Cross Country Ski Meetups, Winter, 2012
February Social and Presentation, February 8, 2012
Quiet Sports Expo at the Boat Sport and Travel Show, February 17-26, 2012
Wilderness First Aid Training, 2012
Backpacking Seminar, March 10, 2012
April Social and Presentation, April 18, 2012
Winter, 2012,Cross Country Ski Meetups
Whenever snow conditions look good within an hours drive of Indianapolis, we will get together for a day ski. We will announce the location a few days before and meet there. No cost (sometimes park entrance fees) but in most cases participants will need to furnish their own skis. Contact Deb or Nicole if interested.
February 8, 2012, February Social and Presentation
Location: Holliday Park, 6363 Spring Mill Road, Indianapolis, IN
6:30 PM – Social Time, 7:00 PM - Presentation
Did you ever wonder how the Central Indiana Wilderness Club got started? In 2012 CIWC is celebrating its 30-year anniversary as a not for profit club. But, are you aware that our roots come from a "for-profit" business? Who's idea was that? What did the business actually do? How did the club actually form and what was it like in those early days? How is today's club similar and how is it different? What types of trips did they take? Come to our meeting on February 8 to learn the history of our very unique organization. Long-time member, past officer, board member and trip leader Linda Elliott will tell this fascinating story. You won't want to miss this one.
February 17-26, 2012, Quiet Sports Expo, Boat Sport and Travel Show
Location: Indiana State Fairgrounds, Indianapolis, IN
The time is drawing near for the start of the third annual Quiet Sports Expo. The Central Indiana Wilderness Club is excited to play an active role in this event and hope that each of you will participate.
During the show, there will be a large booth designed to host outdoor organizations and give them a place to talk to the public and pass out information. We will staff our corner of this booth to share with the public and can even sign up new members! This chance to reach out to the public will provide an invaluable opportunity to showcase our amazing organization. By volunteering for 2-3 hour sessions, you will have a chance to interact with the public and share your love for the out-of-doors. As a volunteer, you will receive a daily pass to the QSE event
and free parking.
A second volunteer/educational opportunity comes in the form of 20-30 minute small stage presentations, which take place over the course of the 10-day event. With the diverse range of quiet sports that each of you feel passionate about, this is a chance for you to educate event goers about your special topic. At the Christmas party, we compiled a tentative list of interested presenters. To solidify your presentation plans you will be hearing from Bob Hart and/or Mark Kaley (QSE organizer), MKaley035@Renfroproductions.com soon. If you want to be added to the presenter list, please contact Bob Hart as soon as possible.
With these two volunteer opportunities, you might consider tying them together by scheduling them on the same day. Just imagine a full day of hanging out and mingling with like-minded people? Check out the show schedule at: www.quietsportsexpo.com.
When you go to the show web site you will see that Rob Kesselring is one of the main speakers for the 10-day expo. His expertise is in canoe adventures, arctic and BWCA exploration, workshops and seminars, and much more. CIWC has been instrumental in bringing Rob to Indy and feel strongly about your benefit from interacting with him. Check out his info at: www.robkesselring.com. On his web site you will find bio and canoe trip opportunities. Here is another fun link: www.youtube.com/watch?v=1TrMB36teeQ to the video clip we watched at the Christmas party.
Another notable event taking place at the expo for 2012 include a Monday focus on scouting. The plan is to offer stations around the show floor that focus on scout skills. Be sure and tell your scouts about this event. It would be awesome to have an extra strong presence on this day so we hope many of you will make plans to be at the show on Monday, Presidents' Day. (CIWC is working to obtain club T-shirts which we can all wear during the Expo. This will enhance our visibility as a group).
Wilderness First Aid Training Opportunities
Location: Indiana University Outdoor Adventures:
February 25-26, April 14-15, and May 19-20, 2012.
To find out more, visit
http://imu.indiana.edu/iuoa/trips.shtml.
Location: Earlham College, Richmond, IN:
May 7-8, 2012
To find out more, visit
http://www.earlham.edu/wilderness-first-aid.
SOLO (Stonehearth Open Learning Opportunities) is a nationally recognized training school for wilderness and emergency medicine. To find other Wilderness First Aid Classes around the country sponsored by SOLO, visit http://www.soloschools.com.
March 10, 2012, Backpacking Seminar
Location: Holliday Park Nature Center, 6363 Spring Mill Road, Indianapolis, IN
Time: 9:30am until 1:30pm
Cost: FREE - no registration required
The Central Indiana Wilderness Club will present a FREE backpacking
class which is open to the public. Spread the word about this
great opportunity!
Topics will include selecting pieces of gear (hiking boots, sleeping
bags, tents, packs, clothing and accessories), learning about
"minimalist" backpacking, how to "pack" a backpack, trail safety,
water treatment, stoves and cooking, first aid, staying comfortable,
and backcountry ethics such as "Leave No Trace."
Ever wanted to try backpacking but didn't know how to get started or where to go? This class is perfect for both novice and experienced backpackers, and a good place for anyone to pick up and share new ideas.
The Central Indiana Wilderness Club has been offering affordable backpacking trips (as well as other adventures) since 1982. For over 20 years the club has presented its annual backpacking class. Come to this class and get on board to take backpacking trips as close as southern Indiana, or as far away as you can imagine. The presenters are seasoned adventurers with experience in places such as the Appalachian Trail, Colorado Rockies, Yosemite National Park and more. Don't miss this FREE class!
Contact Alex Moon with questions.
April 18, 2012, Social and Presentation
Location: Holliday Park, 6363 Spring Mill Road, Indianapolis, IN
6:30 PM – Social Time, 7:00 PM - Presentation
John and Elizabeth Hasenmyer will be speaking about their experiences thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail in 2011. Traversing more than 2100 miles, The Appalachian Trail is one of America's most popular long-distance trails. Come and hear about the history of the trail, some of the people they met, places they stayed and other adventures along the way.