Join us for a few days of fun camping and paddling July 16-18, 2026. Just 45 minutes north of Grand Rapids!  DETAILS ON FLYER BELOW

Camp reservations:  Reserve online through Sandy Beach newaygocountymi.gov (pick Sandy Beach option) or call 231-689-7340 off season or 231-689-1229 starting May 1.  The Oakes Cabin is where coffee/bonfires and Friday night potluck will be.

Please register here for equipment rental (if needed), group campsite (if preferred), or simply attending.  This gives us a headcount.

If you want to just go canoeing/kayaking on Friday, that is fine also. Optional dinner out Thursday night 7:00 pm place TBD.

Registration  Potluck this year will be entirely of items brought by attendees, so no charge for food.  Rentals of Kayaks are $35 and canoes $50.  Rustic group campsite is $30/site for two nights.  If canoeing with two people, one will register for attending and canoe and the second person for attending only.  Ditto if two people sharing the Group campsite.

Trip leaders are Lynne Black lynneblack@tds.net and Cherie Fuss cheriefuss@yahoo.com 

Event flyer with details: Sandy Beach 2026 flyer.jpg

Campground Map:  Sandy Beach Campground Map.pdf 

Fenn V

Summer Fun at Craig's Cruisers

Tuesday July 28, 2026  5pm - 8pm

5730 Clyde Park Ave. SW Wyoming, MI 49509

Group discount including 3 Attractions of your choice (Mini golf, Go Karts, Zip Line, Laser Tag & More (Excludes Trampoline park & Slide Zone_

• Buffet with pizza, soft drinks, ice cream & more - open 3 hours (5pm - 8pm)
• $10 credit card for Arcade
• Transporation not included 
• Easy drive from Grand Rapids
• Registration Deadline: July 24th 6pm

Minimum of 10 people needed for event

Discount pricing package NOT available for Walk Ins

Trip Flyer:Craigs Cruisers Flyer.pdf

★ Trip Leader: Karen Hartley youngathart.k@gmail.com 616-745-2175

Howard Christensen Nature Center

Kent City     Sat, Aug, 01, 2026 (10:30am - 11:30am)

Join us for a scenic hike at HCNC!  We are planning a leisurely hike on the trails, approx. 2-3 miles. 

HCNC offers  a great variety of trails for visitors of all levels of ability.  see trail map: trailmap hcnc.pdf

Located in Kent City, its a 30 minute drive from Grand Rapids. If you are driving to HCNC from the south, use the 1st drive; If you are coming from the north it's the 2nd drive.  the 2nd drive. Optional lunch after the hike at the Brick Haus Brewery in Sparta. 

Hope to see you there.  Trip leader: Vicki Finkler  616-570-3822 finklervickie@gmail.com

Overseas Adventure Travel

Peru - Machu Picchu and Sacred Valley

Ecuador - Galapagos Island Cruise

Begin Registration on WM Ski Club site

Complete Registration on O.A.T Call Center

Call OAT Reservations: 1-800-955-1925.

Open Monday – Saturday 9am-7pm EST.

Reserve the 10/29/26 departure for Machu Picchu and Galapagos

Mention the group code: G6-30784 and promotional code DOBE 523

Mention Greg Bremer 3280791 for additional $100 off

Base Price: $8,385

Early Sign-up Discount available

Contact Greg Bremer for more information

616-450-4359

Machu Picchu and Galapagos.pdf

2026 - OAT-Peru.pdf

TAOS, NM- IKON Resort

January 9-16 2027

• 7 Night Lodging - Snakedance Lodge- condo units with kitchens

• 2 Bedrooms - 2 Bath (1 King bed & 2 Double bed rooms)

• Slopeside Location- at the base of Taos Ski Valley steps away from Lift 1

• On premise Market & Sandwich Bar
• Hondo Restauran & Bar (next door)

Air Transportation Roundtrip GRR to ABQ

• Ground tranfer via private charter to/from ABQ and Taos Ski Valley- includes snacks, beverages & driver gratuity

Social Activities & Amenities

• Welcome Reception hosted by property
• Mid-week group dinner
• Trip souvenier for each guest
• Condo Baggage Handling
• Ski Week Lesson program- pricing TBD

2027- Taos Trip Flyer.pdf

For questions about trip details: Call or email Christina Morales (616) 345-9003 christinapm@gmail.com

For technical issues related to your registration: email Camille Weatherholt at camille.weatherholt@gmail.com

                            Selva Val Di Gardena Ski Trip

January 29 – February 6, 2027

Extension February 6-10 to Croatia

               7 nights / 6 days Skiing/Riding Total -$4,900

Price does not include:

• Lunch
• Rental skis/boards (more details to follow)
• Baggage fees may apply (1 bag free)
• Lift Tickets

Ski only Includes:

• 7 nights lodging at Residence Hotel - Selva
• 2 meals per day (Breakfast and Dinner)
• 1 Social Event
• Complimentary use sauna and pool
• Round Trip Private Group Transfer Munich to Resort
• Air package from/to Grand Rapids to Munich
• Single rooms available upon request

Extension Includes:

• One-way Selva > Rovinj > Ljubljana
• Air from Ljubljana to GRR
• 4 Star accommodations for 4 nights - Hotel Eden Rovinj
• Breakfast and dinner included with hotel package
• Single rooms available upon request
• Daily guided tours

2027 Euro.pdf

Registration through West Michigan Ski club opens July 15 and will include options with airfare and extension.  Deadline for registration September 1.

Estimated Cost

Ski Only no air – $2,500

Full trip with air – $4,900

Cancellation Fee:  $300 plus any non-recoverable costs incurred

For questions about trip details: Call or email Greg Bremer:
(616) 450- 4359  bremergr2112@gmail.com

For technical issues related to your registration: email Camille Weatherholt at camille.weatherholt@gmail.com

Whitefish, Montana

March 20-27, 2027

• 7 Night Lodging - The Lodge at Whitefish

• Viking Lodge Hotel Room/400 sq ft (King bed or 2 Queen beds)- traditional hotel-style room connected to the main lodge via skybridge; includes gas fireplace, microwave, mini-fridge, soaking tub + walk-in shower.

• Main Lodge Studio/600 sq ft (King bed or 2 Queen beds)- larger open-layout units with sitting area, balcony/patio, wet bar, 4pc bath; dbl vanity, soaking tub, walk-in slate shower

• Lakeside location with private shuttle and ski-bus service to Whitefish Ski Resort & downtown Whitefish

• Ground transfer via private charter to/from FCA; approx 30 minutes) 

Social Activities & Amenities

• Welcome Reception hosted by property & guest souvenier
• Hotel Portage
• Indoor Pool & Hot Tub, Out Door Hot Tub & Sauna, Patio & Firepits
• On-site Restaurant & Bar- discount for group breakfast service
• Access to Club room with wet bar for scheduled group activities

Group Lift Tickets available (*not included in ground package)

• 5 day Adult $500
• 5 day Senior (65-69) $430
• 5 day Super Senior (70+): $195
• additional lift ticket options available through travel agent upon request (e.g. 2-3 day)

2027- Whitefish Trip Flyer.pdf

For questions about trip details: Call or email Christina Morales (616) 345-9003 christinapm@gmail.com

For technical issues related to your registration: email Camille Weatherholt at camille.weatherholt@gmail.com

Group Lift Tickets available (*not included in ground package)

• 5 day Adult $500
• 5 day Senior (65-69) $430
• 5 day Super Senior (70+): $195
• additional lift ticket options available through travel agent upon request (e.g. 2-3 day)