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 (4+)
See all- 2025 Petoskey State Park Camping / Kayaking / Hiking / Biking Weekend!!Petoskey State Park Campground, Petoskey, MI
** 5/26 Update: Event Activities Published **
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.
The Activities are all posted as Meetup Events.. Take a look and signup for the ones you are going to attend. Be sure to read and follow the direction especially for KAYAKING and SKYBRIDGE. There are advance steps required to attend with the group
Next Steps:
- Sign up for activities so we be ready for the right sized group
- 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. - 2025 Petoskey State Park Camping - Friday Bike RidePetoskey State Park Campground, Petoskey, MI
This activity is part of the MAC Camping Event to Petoskey, Michigan and 4+ hours from the Detroit Area. All are welcome to join even if not camping.
What:
Bike the Little Traverse Wheel Way*, approximately 20 miles total, possibly more based on what the group want, with the option to turn around and return to camp at any time.When:
Friday, June 20th 10 AM . Approximately 2 - 3 hours base on riding more or stopping at places.Where:
Meet before 10am at camp site #152. Note: This is in the Tannery Creek campground. If you're camping in the Dunes Campgound, ride the 5 minutes or so to site 152 or be waiting where the Dunes campground driveway intersects State Park Rd. If no one is there, we'll keep riding. **Make sure your bike is ready to ride and you have what you need to keep your bike going; tools, patch kit, spare tube. Etc. Snacks, water.
Notes:
- * Due to the recent ice storms, trees are down. The route may be changed prior to the ride, we may possibly run into downed trees
- ** If you're riding but not camping in Petoskey SP, leave a comment in this activity a day or more before the ride so you can park in the main lot and we'll meet you. If there's no comment about this, or it's less than an hour before the ride, we'll keep riding.
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. - 2025 Petoskey State Park Camping - Friday DinnerBar Harbor, Harbor Springs, MI
This activity is part of the MAC Camping Event to Petoskey, Michigan and 4+ hours from the Detroit Area. All are welcome to join even if not camping.
What:
Dinner at Bar Harbor in Harbor Springs! Harbor Springs is a Michigan gem! Beautiful setting to walk or bike, scenic views and shopping.When:
Friday, June 20th 6pm - ??.Where:
Make your way into Harbor Springs to Bar Harbor by 6pm, including finding parking. We'll get seating for whoever is there at 6pm. Given the size of the place and that its a summer Friday, some may end up sitting separately.Seating with the reserved group will be limited to (20) and will be closed the week before. Others may come and sit independently.
Notes:
- We're not coordinating rides from the campground. Post a comment and work out with others if you want to share a ride. Same with rides back.. some may choose to stay and walk around Harbor Springs, make sure you have a ride back.
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. - Hiking in Waterloo Rec -- 6ish or 12ish milesNeeds location
Meetup location:
https://goo.gl/maps/ygKPWawQWXNKDrCd9
We leave at 9:45 SHARP -- that means get your butt there early!THE PLAN:
A seemingly random hike through some of the most remote trails in Waterloo Rec. We will do two 6ish-mile loops on/around the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail -- the first loop take you back to the cars. The hike will be done at a moderately-fast pace (~3 mph) with some small breaks along the way.TRAILHEAD LOCATION:
I-94 Exit 150 (Mt. Hope Rd). Go north on Mt. Hope for about 0.8 mile and the parking lot will be on the left. The parking lot looks like this:
https://goo.gl/maps/ck17mtxJyZR3JcTG9WATER:
It will be hot. If you are doing 12 mile, bring at least 3 liters of water.DOGS:
yes, on a leashBATHROOMS:
None along the trail -- just trees.COSTS:
If you have a Michigan Recreation Pass: nothing.
If you do not have a Michigan Recreation Pass: $19 (and a Michigan Recreation Pass included so you don't have to pay again... until the next time you renew tabs on your car)OTHER QUESTIONS:
I will be happy to answer any non-last-minute questions. However, last minute panicked questions because you are lost will likely not be answered. So, factor in to your drive some extra getting lost time.See you on the trail,
CharlieBY THE WAY...
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.
