What we’re about
Looking for a way to connect or find new people in the Michiana area? This group is for you. From hiking to meditation, we have an eclectic mix of opportunities to get out and be social.
About us Rick is your organizer and has enjoyed bringing people together since he was about seven years old. His hometown is closer to Michigan City so myself, Rhonda and many other wonderful event organizers will be creating events for this area. I am an introvert who understands the importance of a good balance of social activities and solitude.
Rhonda started organizing in 2018 while working full time and caring for her parents.
We do encourage people to host events if they would like to, there are just a few guidelines for that. We already have several event organizer who offer different events to bring more opportunities to get out and be social. We don’t have a lot of rules just remember to be patient and kind to one another.
When we are in nature, we encourage everyone to make space for silence. It’s about being social but also enjoying nature. Be present.
We are an offshoot of Rick’s group, if you are not already a member. They have a lot of wonderful events.
Check out Rick's Hiking & Fun Group on Meetup https://www.meetup.com/ricks-hiking-fun-group
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- A Hike and Swim thru the New Beaches of Beverly Shores, and a Goblin DinnerRick's house, Beverly Shores, IN
Start time is 2p ET, 1pm CT
note: my wife is recovering from a recent knee replacement, and does not want to be disturbed, so please use the restroom and fill up with water before you get to our house.
there are restrooms at the Marathon station or the South Shore train station at the corner of Broadway & US 12 coming in. there are also modern restrooms at Lakeview Beach, which is about a block to the west of our starting point at Broadway Beach. we thank you for your consideration.
we are really just using my house for parking.
This event is being held jointly with Rick's Hiking and Fun Group
https://www.meetup.com/ricks-hiking-fun-group/dear friends--
we invite you in these precious lingering days of summer to a pleasant afternoon on the beach, in an exciting new land that did not exist as little as three weeks ago.
i went down to Broadway Beach last Thursday for a walk and a swim, and started going east from the stairs. as i approached the iron seawall that was the limit of the sand as late as last month, i was astonished to see more beach ahead of me as far as i could see!
i went farther, stopping a couple times for a refreshing swim in the 72 degree waters, till i came to this decade's prior eastern beach limit, and still more beach stretched ahead of me till a rock outcrop blocked my farther view.
i haven't explored beyond yet ... but that's what we will do on next week's hike. i will go with till the first seawall, where we will stop for a swim and some conversation on the flatish, semi-comfortable rocks with natural shade even at midday ... and after that Rhonda will lead you into the semi-unknown!
we will continue east to see how long the new beach lasts, and if there are any reasonable ways to get up to the road from there, then we will return either on a loop with the road, or back along the beach whence we came to Broadway Beach, then to our vehicles, and an early dinner at The Goblin and the Grocer http://www.goblinandthegrocer.com/ in beautiful downtown Beverly Shores.
be sure to check the weather beforehand, and dress appropriately. http://www.weather.com/weather/tenday/Beverly+Shores+IN+46301 , which, i imagine will be a swimsuit and flip-flops so you can go in the water, which is now in the low 70's. it is a bit rocky entering the Lake, so you might want to bring water shoes.
bring along enough water (one quart minimum), a hat with a brim, sunscreen, etc.
looking forward to a walk, a mid-September swim, and a venture into the mildly unknown!
hope to see you there,
Rick
directions & parking instructions:
avoid the intersection of IN 49 & US 12 because of summer traffic jams; take IN 49 north to US 20; go east; turn left on CR 300 E (Kemil rd), then right on US 12, then left onto Broadway (traffic light opposite National Park campground); continue about 3/4 mile, and turn left at Marne, go to 11 w Marne--a gray, three story house set back rather far from the road.
street parking is not allowed in Beverly Shores, but you can park in the off-street spaces in front of the house to the east of us (towards Broadway); pull straight into the spaces and park as close together as you safely can; DO NOT block anyone in, or block any driveways!
do not park in my driveway unless i tell you to.
once you have parked, come to my front porch and take one of the parking permits there. put it in your car window facing the road.
if all spaces are taken, call me at 773-415-0428.
