What we’re about
What we are:
Michigan Adventurers Club is a 501(c)4 non-profit whose mission is to enhance health and build friendships through our adventures together while exploring nature and discovering interesting places.
Meet with local outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy the wonderful state of Michigan! Activities include (though are not limited to) hiking, camping, kayaking, canoeing, yoga, rock climbing, biking, cross country skiing, skating, and many other adventures.
This group welcomes all. As we have grown, we have gained many members, organizers, friends and memories! If you enjoy the activities listed here, bring your experience and enthusiasm and come join us for an awesome adventure!
What we are not:
A political / opinion / argument platform. Friendly 2 way conversations are great, but not one sided domineering of conversations and/or ranting.
A dating site - do not join and start messaging someone you've never met in person and had conversations with. If they aren't receptive or responsive, leave them alone. Members can mutually build relationships, starting at events.
Members that do either of the above are banned
We look forward to meeting you at our events.
If you have any questions or concerns, please be sure to contact the Organizer/Co-Organizers and we will be happy to address them for you. Thanks and hope to see you on an adventure soon!
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Hiking at Highland Rec (12ish miles, 5ish hours)Please use link in details, Please use link in details, MI
Link to meeting spot:
https://goo.gl/maps/thpm4Zcy9Kt63pzi6
Hike starts at 9:45 SHARP -- so get your butt there earlyTHE PLAN:
An eclectic jaunt through a mish-mash of trails in what I feel is the most interesting park in southeast Michigan. The hike will be done at a moderately fast pace (~3ish mph) with multiple small stops along the way. The hike will have a decent amount of (Michigan) elevation change -- and we will be climbing some of the things labelled as mountains* in the park.THE MEETING SPOT:
We are meeting at the mountain bike parking lot on Livingston road just west of Duck Lake road. This is NOT the main entrance to Highland Rec.COSTS:
This is a state rec area so you need a Michigan Recreation Pass. If you do not have one, then it is likely a ranger will put a $19 ticket on your car -- paying that gets you the Rec Pass.DOGS:
Allowed with leashesBATHROOMS:
At trailhead and one more along the wayFURTHER QUESTIONS?:
Feel free to post underneath or message me directly. However, kindly note that panicked last-minute questions trying to find the meeting spot will likely not be answered. Just give yourself extra time and enjoy the company if you arrive early -- we are fairly nice people.See you on the trail,
Charlie* In this park, anything over 1100 feet is called a mountain...
Release of Liability:
The organizers of the Michigan Adventurers Club are volunteers and not professional guides. The function of the organizer is only to organize this event. Each person who signs up for and participates in an event is responsible for his or her own safety and the safety of his or her guests.By signing up for and participating in this event, or any other Michigan Adventurers Club event you are acknowledging that you are aware and have made your guests aware of the risks, dangers, and hazards associated with this activity and freely accept all such risks, dangers, and hazards, and fully assume responsibility for your own safety, and further agree to release and discharge the organizers of this event from and against any and all liability arising from your and your guest’s participation in the group activities.
- OCC Highland Lakes Campus walk about and updateOakland Community College north parking lot off Hospital rd, Waterford, MI
This is a “call-to-action” event that will include information about The OCC (Oakland Community College), Highland Lakes Campus property and its future use. The campus is closing and the land being sold off. Community leaders want to save the green space, not see more housing developments. (The Luellen R Woughter Nature Reserve is located on this property)
Schedule:
1:00pm: meet for an update on the state of the property.
1:15pm: short easy walk of the grounds (1 mile on campus sidewalks and parking lots)
2:00pm: 3 mile hike (with options to turn back sooner) through the Luellen R Woughter Nature Reserve.
More information can be found at the this conservation groups website. COWLmich.orgDirections to the meeting place: From M59 turn south on Hospital Road, drive 1 ¾ miles to Woodland Drive (North parking lot entrance for Oakland Community College) From Union Lake Road: Turn left on hospital road, drive ¾ of a mile and turn left onto Woodland Drive (North parking lot entrance for Oakland Community College)
Click the Google map attached to this meetup to be directed to our exact parking lot location.There will be a gathering at the Redwood bar and grill (Best ribs and soup in town), after the event, for food and conversation.
This is a link to the petition to save the Luellen R Woughter Nature Reserve
https://chng.it/wfnWGRQWDfDisclaimer:
By signing up for and participating in this event, or any other Michigan Adventurers Club event you are acknowledging that you are aware and have made your guests aware of the risks, dangers, and hazards associated with this activity and freely accept all such risks, dangers, and hazards, and fully assume responsibility for your own safety, and further agree to release and discharge the organizers of this event from and against any and all liability arising from your and your guest’s participation in the group activities. - 2025 Petoskey State Park Camping / Kayaking / Hiking / Biking Weekend!!Petoskey State Park Campground, Petoskey, MI
** See updated Next Steps below **
What:
Join us in June 2025 for a camping / kayaking / biking / hiking weekend in Petoskey! It's a great location to do all the things we like!When:
Thursday June 19th to Sunday June 22nd. Jan, Emma & Skye the dogs and I will be there for the week or more, join us for more days if you want to.Where:
We'll be staying at the Petosky State Park Campground. It's right on lake Michigan and close to hiking, biking and kayaking. It's also a short bike ride to Petoskey to have a drink, eat and shop.Activities:
We'll schedule hiking, biking, kayaking and visiting the town of Petoskey and/or Harbor Springs. There's also the historic Petoskey Brewery adjacent to the park! A specific activity schedule will come closer to the event date.Feel free to join some, all or none of the activities; it's up to you.
Next Steps:
We're now within the reservation window to get a campsite for this event and you can book a site here.There are 2 campgrounds: Tannery Creek and Dunes.
- We're staying in #89 in Tannery Creek.
- If Tannery Creek is full or no tent sites, book at Dunes.
Questions:
Feel free to post in the comments or contact me directly through Meetup for topics I haven't covered hereDisclaimer:
By signing up for and participating in this event, or any other Michigan Adventurers Club event you are acknowledging that you are aware and have made your guests aware of the risks, dangers, and hazards associated with this activity and freely accept all such risks, dangers, and hazards, and fully assume responsibility for your own safety, and further agree to release and discharge the organizers of this event from and against any and all liability arising from your and your guest’s participation in the group activities.
