Sleeping Bear Dunes Camping
Registration
Registration is now closed (this event already took place).
Details
When: Friday Oct. 1 - Sunday Oct. 3. Most folks will leave AA early morning Friday to arrive by noon so we have time to set up camp and enjoy the day. There will be a handful of assigned cars leaving later on Friday if you have a morning conflict, but we recommend no later than 12pm to avoid setting up camp in the dark. Several of you have class until 5 - while it won't be fun to get in so late, we'll let you make that final judgement call.
Where: Platte River Campground for our campsite (4 hour drive from AA), and Sleeping Bear Dunes (20 minute drive north from our campsite) on Saturday. We might coordinate a lunch in Traverse City on the way home Sunday for those interested.
Transportation: Once we have a confirmed group we will create a carpool doc to ensure everyone has a ride. If you have a car and are willing to drive, please put that in the document! We are anticipating needing approx. 8-10 cars for the group.
Cost you pay to the Outdoor Club: $60
-Gas (we will reimburse drivers)
-Camping permits
-Car permits
-Entry to the Dunes on Saturday
-Firewood
-Some group gear, e.g. cook gear and water bladders
-Our camping wi$dom
Other costs you are responsible for:
-Food
-Personal gear (e.g. sleeping bag, sleeping pad, tent, backpack)
The UM Rec Center has tons of equipment rentals
The REI in Northville is another option for rentals
Other important information:
-We want this to be fun for everyone, first-time and experienced campers alike! Please reach out and ask us questions if you have them.
-Several folks asked questions about dogs - they are unfortunately not allowed in our group campsite.
-Non-Ross partners are welcome but you must pay $120 instead of $60 when you register on Campus Groups.
-We will put together a suggested gear AND food list.
-We will coordinate a trip to REI to buy camping meals and other necessities, and will also use it as a time to field questions before the trip.
-Refunds will generally not be granted after September 22, 2021, unless the request comes as a result of a dire situation (family death, severe illness, etc.)
We're really looking forward to this trip and sure hope you can join us! ƒî▓ƒìé