HOST: Zach Zuchowicz | Michigan Ambassador

ACTIVITY: Easy Nature Hike

LOCATION: Detroit, MI

SUGGESTED LGBT OUTDOORS DONATION: $10

ACTIVITY FEE(S): $11 for daily pass for any vehicle without Michigan Recreation Passport

MINORS ALLOWED: Yes

DOGS ALLOWED: No

Join in on a fun and easy 2.1 mile hike exploring the Belle Isle Lighthouse and Blue Heron Lagoon loop!

We will be joined by Sean Zera, Wildlife Program Coordinator from Oakland County Parks, who will help point out and explain the species of birds, reptiles, and amphibians we may see on the trail.

This event is family friendly, but due to the intended nature observation, we ask that dogs stay home for this hike.

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To sign up, click the “Register Here” button below and follow the steps. If the event is not listed, check the Deadline to Sign Up date below, or the event may be full.

LIMIT: 20

DEADLINE TO SIGN UP: June 27, 2025

HOST: Zach Zuchowicz | Michigan Ambassador

ACTIVITY: Hiking

LOCATION: Oakland Township, MI

SUGGESTED LGBT OUTDOORS DONATION: $10

ACTIVITY FEE(S): $11 Michigan Recreation Passport required; for daily pass

MINORS ALLOWED: Yes

DOGS ALLOWED: Yes, on a leash

Join us for an enjoyable and fun hike in the North Unit of Bald Mountain State Recreation Area! We will hike 3.8 miles on the white and blue loops of the trail circling both Heart and Carpenter Lake. This is an easy to moderate trail with some slight elevation changes/hills and loose gravel/uneven surfaces. This is a family friendly event and also open to well behaved leashed dogs!

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LIMIT: 15

DEADLINE TO SIGN UP: June 20, 2025

HOST: Mitchell Lapham | Michigan Ambassador

ACTIVITY: Hiking

LOCATION: Kalamazoo, MI

SUGGESTED LGBTQ OUTDOORS DONATION: $10

ACTIVITY FEE(S): Free

MINORS ALLOWED: Yes

DOGS ALLOWED: Yes, on a leash

Start Pride Month off right by joining us on a hike through the scenic and historic Asylum Lake Preserve! You will walk through beautiful lakeside scenery and learn about the history of this preserve on this hike (which should take about 2 hours) trekking down various trails in this park.

The trails here vary from flat pavement by the prairies to small dirt trails, so come prepared. There are some elevation changes here, but nothing too drastic, so this will be a relatively laid-back hike.

This is also a great place to start if you're interested in learning about geocaching! There are currently 9 geocaches scattered throughout the preserve and we will be walking past some of them on our hike.

Parking may be an issue, I encourage prospective hikers to carpool if possible as spaces fill up fast here. There are some additional parking spots across the road if needed.

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LIMIT: 15

DEADLINE TO SIGN UP: May 30, 2025

HOST: Brad Bartman | Michigan Ambassador

ACTIVITY: Hiking

LOCATION: Sparta, MI

SUGGESTED LGBT OUTDOORS DONATION: $10

ACTIVITY FEE(S): Free

MINORS ALLOWED: No

DOGS ALLOWED: Yes, on a leash

The red Pine Trail is part of the North County Trail. It is about an 8 mile trail from Red Pine Road to 22 mile Road. This will be an out and back gorgeous view through the red pine trees with little creeks running through it.

Let’s try to pick up any garbage we find. I try to help out the North County Trail.

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LIMIT: 15

DEADLINE TO SIGN UP: May 16, 2025

HOST: Zach Zuchowicz | Michigan Ambassador

ACTIVITY: Paddling

LOCATION: Milford, MI

SUGGESTED LGBT OUTDOORS DONATION: $10

ACTIVITY FEE(S): $11 for entrance fee

MINORS ALLOWED: Yes

DOGS ALLOWED: No

Join us for a fun and leisurely spring paddle on the beautiful and bountiful Huron River!

While the Huron Water Trail offers 104 miles to explore, we plan to paddle 1.5 miles downstream to downtown Milford before turning around and heading back upstream to our starting point. The Huron boasts a gentle current of about 2-3 MPH and is easily navigable by all ages and skill levels. The planned paddle should take around 2 hours on the water, allowing for some time to pause and enjoy the beauty of the river.

We will start our paddle from Heavner Canoe & Kayak Rental - Proud Lake, so those without a kayak or canoe will have the opportunity to rent them for $35-50 depending on if they'd like a single/tandem kayak or canoe.

See you there!

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LIMIT: 10

DEADLINE TO SIGN UP: May 15, 2025

HOST: Brad Bartman | Michigan Ambassador

ACTIVITY: Hiking

LOCATION: Chelsea, MI

SUGGESTED LGBT OUTDOORS DONATION: $10

ACTIVITY FEE(S): $14 - State Passport fee

MINORS ALLOWED: No

DOGS ALLOWED: Yes, on a leash

This is a DTE Green Trail that is a 5 mile loop. We will be winding through the woods, through the marsh lands, and going up and down hills. There will be some amazing views throughout this trail. This is a popular trail for hikers and mountain bikers so we may see some riders on the trail.

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LIMIT: 15

DEADLINE TO SIGN UP: May 2, 2025

Event Full. Registration closed.

HOST: Brad Bartman | Michigan Ambassador

ACTIVITY: Seidman Hike

LOCATION: Grand Rapids, MI

SUGGESTED LGBT OUTDOORS DONATION: $10

ACTIVITY FEE(S): Free

MINORS ALLOWED: No

DOGS ALLOWED: Yes, on a leash

Let's hike the Seidman Park Red and Blue trail!

This is a 4.2 mile trail winding through the woods, cutting through a creek and some bridges, and is part of the north County Trail. It does have some hills, and it is one of my favorite places within the city.

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LIMIT: 20

DEADLINE TO SIGN UP: April 11, 2025

HOST: Brad Bartman | Michigan Ambassador

ACTIVITY: Hiking

LOCATION: Grand Rapids, MI

SUGGESTED LGBT OUTDOORS DONATION: $10

ACTIVITY FEE(S): Free

MINORS ALLOWED: No

DOGS ALLOWED: Yes, on a leash

This is a fun 3.6 mile moderate loop trail over some hills and bridges. This is one of my favorite places to go! It has easy parking and is dog friendly.

It can be a little muddy in places so a good pair of boots are recommended. The scenery here is very nice. Great opportunity to add a few miles to the 100 Mile Club on Strava!

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LIMIT: 15

DEADLINE TO SIGN UP: March 14, 2025

HOST: Brad Bartman | Michigan Ambassador

ACTIVITY: Hiking

LOCATION: Detroit, MI

SUGGESTED LGBT OUTDOORS DONATION: $10

ACTIVITY FEE(S): $11 Entrance Fee

MINORS ALLOWED: Yes

DOGS ALLOWED: No

Hike Belle isle lighthouse and blue heron lagoon 2.1 mile loop trail.

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LIMIT: 15

DEADLINE TO SIGN UP: February 28, 2025

HOST: Brad Bartman | Michigan Ambassador

ACTIVITY: Hiking

LOCATION: Norton Shores, MI

SUGGESTED LGBT OUTDOORS DONATION: $10

ACTIVITY FEE(S): $10 Entrance Fee

MINORS ALLOWED: Yes

DOGS ALLOWED: Yes, on a leash.

Hike, 3.2 miles through the woods onto the beach up and down some hills this hike is absolutely gorgeous

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LIMIT: 20

Event full. Registration closed.

DEADLINE TO SIGN UP: February 7, 2025

HOST: Brad Bartman | Michigan Ambassador

ACTIVITY: Hiking

LOCATION: Saugatuck, MI

SUGGESTED LGBT OUTDOORS DONATION: $10

ACTIVITY FEE(S): Free

MINORS ALLOWED: No

DOGS ALLOWED: Yes. Must be on a leash.

Join us for a 2.2 mile hike with about 230 feet of elevation through the dunes. This is one of my favorite hikes to do this time of year. I love to see the ice in Lake Michigan. The hike is mainly sandy and can be a little muddy in places.

The hike starts out with hiking through the woods into the dunes, onto the beach, and then back into the woods.

Gorgeous wildlife and scenery.

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LIMIT: 15

DEADLINE TO SIGN UP: January 17, 2025

HOST: Brad Bartman | Michigan Ambassador

ACTIVITY: Hiking

LOCATION: Hell, MI

SUGGESTED LGBT OUTDOORS DONATION: $10

ACTIVITY FEE(S): MI State Passport or pay to park($14) *Free to walk or bike in

DEADLINE TO SIGN UP: December 26, 2024

MINORS ALLOWED: No

DOGS ALLOWED: Yes. Must be on a leash.

Limit: 10

Join us for a 6.4 mile scenic loop featuring water and surrounding woodlands in the Pickney Recreation Area.

It has a great trail with boardwalks but still bring hiking boots for mud and plenty of water. (Hike can be found on all trails) will be taking a walking pace and taking water and snack breaks as need by the group.

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HOST: Marie-Grace Brabandt | Michigan Ambassador

ACTIVITY: Bonfire Yard Games

LOCATION: Shelby Township, MI

SUGGESTED LGBT OUTDOORS DONATION: $10

ACTIVITY FEE(S): Metro Park yearly or day pass

DEADLINE TO SIGN UP: June 7, 2024

MINORS ALLOWED: Yes

DOGS ALLOWED: No

Limit: 15

This will be a relaxing meet and greet evening next to a bonfire with games and fun conversation. This event is for us to have a nice relaxing fun evening. There with be a bonfire, corn-hole, Frisbee, and any other games you may want to bring and share. It's located on nice property, so we can take a nice evening stroll. Bring your marshmallows, graham crackers and chocolate for those amazing smores and any other foods you may want to cook over the fire. Please bring your own beverages and snacks.

No alcohol Please!

Registration closed

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HOST: Travis Turrell | Michigan Ambassador

ACTIVITY: Tie-Dye in the Park

LOCATION: Grand Rapids, MI

SUGGESTED LGBT OUTDOORS DONATION: $10

ACTIVITY FEE(S): Free

DEADLINE TO SIGN UP: April 19, 2024

MINORS ALLOWED: Yes

DOGS ALLOWED: Yes. Must remain leashed.

Limit: 10

Let's tie-dye in the park!

Dye, rubber bands, gloves and (1) cotton T-shirt will be provided.

Registration Closed

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HOST: Travis Turrell | Michigan Ambassador

ACTIVITY: Snow Shoeing

LOCATION: West Olive, MI

SUGGESTED LGBT OUTDOORS DONATION: $10

ACTIVITY FEE(S): $8 for 3 hour rentals

DEADLINE TO SIGN UP: February 8, 2024

MINORS ALLOWED: Yes

DOGS ALLOWED: No

Limit: 10

Join us for snow shoeing or cross country skiing.

Let's explore the miles of groomed paths that the park has to offer!

*Event is weather dependent, if there isn't snow on the ground, we'll plan for a nice hike through the park.

Registration Closed

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