I had a conflict so couldn't make the meeting last night. An idea for a day hike is Ogemaw Hills area just north of West Branch. We were out West last week...
12 people showed up for the meeting last night. 2 were coming to a hiking club meeting for the 1st time. The hiking books owned by the clubs were available...
Announcing the first ever scheduled group hike for our club. Here the beta: 1) When? Saturday, 4/14/07 starting at 9 a.m. 2) Where? meet at the main...
Here the link to the forum I talked about at the meeting where I got an incredible response about finding a mountain to climb with my soon to be 5 year old:...
For all you LSPP fanatics, here is a link to a web-camera and weather station located at Montreal River Harbour, about 10 km south of the park boundary: ...
I really wanted to make the meeting on Wednesday, but I had other commitments. I can help out with anyone that wants to plan a trip in the Rockies, Pacific...
Jim - Wow! Sounds like you have some great stories and pics. I, too, was unable to make the meeting and am new to the club (last Wednesday would have been my...
We are set to hike this Saturday at 9am at Pine Haven. The weather is supposed to be, well, interesting (low of 30, high of 39 w/ rain and snow). Sounds like...
I didn't hear from anyone that wanted to cancel the hike for tomorrow so we are still a go. Also, the weather forcast has improved. Low 30, High 51, only a...
Reminder from: midlandhikingclub Yahoo! Group http://groups.yahoo.com/group/midlandhikingclub/cal Hike at Pine Haven Saturday April 14, 2007 9:00 am - 11:00 am...
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Fifteen hikers and two dogs braved temps in the 30s to make our first group hike a success. I'm trying to post the photos but so far have not been able to do...
For those curious about the new trails/facility called Whiting Forest on Eastman Road in Midland between Sugnet and St. Andrews (near the library and Center...
Fellow Ground Pounders: To review a 2,800-word trip journal and 3 photo albums (247 pictures) from the Michigan Bush Rats' March 1-6, 2007 winter-camping and...
Fellow Swift-Water Canoeists: To learn more about the Michigan Bush Rats' 684-km, Lake Superior-to- Arctic Ocean Canoe Expedition, the first half of which is...
Hey all, I've just made arrangments to fly (w/ spouse and 2 kids age 10&14) to Portland, Oregon, going out on 6/9 and returning on 6/22. Any advice on special...
I just joined up today and am looking for central michigan folks for hiking, camping, and backpacking if you are game. (I love to do all three) Weekend or...
Jeremy- Welcome to the club. Our next meeting is on June 13th at 7pm at the Chippewa Nature Center. Hope to see you there. In the meantime, if you have a...
All: I am new (very new) to backpacking and have a question for you all. I am not sure of the terminology, but I am in need of an "add-on pack" that can...
I've got one you can borrow Joe. It is an add on "pouch" or "pocket" that you attach to your compression straps. When is your trip? It is big enough to put...
Joe: I'm not sure if there's a specific product that is meant to attach to your pack, but what I sometimes do when need additional space is to lash a...
Hey Joe, Not sure about an "add-on" pack...but my son and I have strapped extra stuff sacks on the back of our packs. Also, when on a week long trip, we...
If you enjoy multi-day hikes but young kids make it difficult/problematic, consider renting llamas. Most places rent llamas for $20-40/day, llama orientation...
Our next meeting is at 7pm on Wednesday June 13th at the Chippewa Nature Center. Who would like to talk about/present on a place they have hiked or backpacked...
A few of us are planning a 25-30 mile fast-paced dayhike probably on the Midland to Mackinaw Trail. The plan is to average 3 m.p.h. or faster (including a few...
Hi Roy, I most likely will be around that weekend so I can probably do it. Keep me posted. As far as speaking at an upcoming event, I can probably do it in...
We have amended not only the date but also the length of the upcoming advanced dayhike. The hike will now be this Saturday, June 9th. We will start at around...
Roy: I am planning on attending the meeting and would be interested in speaking about my recent trip to the Pecos Wilderness in NM. Thanks, Joe Aspiranti ... ...