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  • CIWC FREE Outdoor Adventures Class - March 14, 2026

    • March 14, 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Holliday Park, 6363 Spring Mill Rd, Indianapolis, IN

    CIWC FREE Outdoor Adventures Class

    March 14, 2026, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

    Open to the Public

    Holliday Park, 6363 Spring Mill Rd, Indianapolis


    The Central Indiana Wilderness Club will present a FREE Outdoor Adventures Class to help you get started with your backpacking, paddling, and biking adventures. This event is open to the public, on Saturday, March 14th from 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM at the Holliday Park Nature Center.

    Ever wanted to try backpacking and other outdoor adventures but didn't know how to get started? This class is perfect for both novice and experienced adventurers.

    Learn backpacking basics including choosing a backpack, packing your pack, preparedness and safety, and “Leave No Trace” principles and practices. Learn about trail gear like tents, sleeping bags, water filters, backpacking stoves and more. Talk to our experienced club members at our information stations and demonstration area about all our backpacking, hiking, biking, and paddling adventures.

    Opportunities to sign-up for our beginner backpacking trips will be available at the event.

    The CIWC has been offering affordable outdoor adventure trips since 1982. For over 20 years the club has presented its annual backpacking class, now expanded to include biking and paddling. Join us on adventure 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, Grand Canyon, and Canadian wilderness.

    The Central Indiana Wilderness Club is a not-for-profit volunteer-run club founded for the purpose of providing reasonably priced wilderness adventure trips for its members. Membership is open to anyone interested in experiencing the great outdoors.

    Don't miss this FREE class! Contact Dave Sherman (ciwcinfo@gmail.com) with questions.


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  • CIWC Monon Trail Bike Ride - March 22, 2026

    • March 22, 2026
    • 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
    • Quaker Park 17501 Dartown Road, Westfield, IN 46074
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    We will ride about 20 miles from Quaker Park to the end of the Monon in Sheridan and back.
    Difficulty Level: Moderate
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  • CIWC Helen Link Daffodil Gardens Tour and Lunch - April 11, 2026

    • April 11, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
    • Goethe Link Observatory property 8034 Observatory Lane Martinsville IN 46151
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    Tour a "naturalized daffodil garden" that was started in the 1940's by Helen Goethe, a nurse and botonist and wife of astronomer Dr. Link, located on the observatory property, owned by Indiana University. Managed by the Indiana Daffodil Society who will have members there to answer questions. Easy walk through several acres of daffodils. Great opportunity for nature photographers. Observatory will likely be open to public. Finish up with lunch at Gather A'Round BBQ Restaurant in Martinsvile IN
    Difficulty Level: Easy
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  • CIWC Day Hike the Fairfield and Templeton Creek Trails at Mounds State Recreation Area on Brookville Lake - April 24, 2026

    • April 24, 2026
    • 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
    • Meet at Templeton Creek Trailhead/Shelterhouse Parking near the entrance to the Mounds SRA at Brookville Lake Templeton Creek Trailhead, Templeton Creek Rd, Brookville, Indiana; GPS 39.49591, -84.95761
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    CIWC Day Hike the Fairfield and Templeton Creek Trails at Mounds State Recreation Area on Brookville Lake -

    April 24, 2026

    April 24, 2026, at Meet at Templeton Creek Trailhead/Shelter house Parking near the entrance to the Mounds SRA at Brookville Lake Templeton Creek Trailhead, Templeton Creek Rd, Brookville, Indiana; GPS 39.49591, -84.95761

    Open to the Public

    Time: 3:30 pm Meeting | 3:45 pm Departure | 6:00 pm Return

    Trip Leader: Nancy Myers

    We will carpool to the Fairfield Trailhead on the east side of the Fairfield Causeway and hike south to the Templeton Trailhead, about 4 miles. This is hike 1 of 3 consecutive hikes at Brookville Lake. You may participate in 1,2, or all 3 hikes. If you complete all 3 hikes, you will have completed the Adena Trace Trail.

    Transportation Plan: This is a one-way hike that requires voluntary shuttling. Details will be worked out at the designated meeting location.

    Required Gear/Clothing: These trails are rated moderate by the DNR. They may be slick, muddy, rooty, and may have fallen trees over the trail. Wear sturdy hiking footwear. There will be creek crossings, including one that requires stepping on concrete pilings. Bring at least 1 liter of water and be prepared for falling evening temperatures and possible rain.

    Cell Service Availability: Spotty

    Emergency Exit Plan: Call 911 for serious accidents. Return to vehicles as needed.

    Questions? Contact: ciwcinfo@gmail.com

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  • CIWC Day Hike the Wolf Creek Trail at Mounds State Recreation Area on Brookville Lake - April 25, 2026

    • April 25, 2026
    • 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Meet at the Brookville Dam Spillway Parking. Brookville Dam Spillway/Tailwater Parking, Brookville, Indiana. GPS 39.43690, -85.00192
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    CIWC Day Hike the Wolf Creek Trail at Mounds State Recreation Area on Brookville Lake - April 25, 2026

    April 25, 2026, at Meet at the Brookville Dam Spillway Parking. Brookville Dam Spillway/Tailwater Parking, Brookville, Indiana. GPS 39.43690, -85.00192

    Open to the Public

    Time: 8:30 am Meeting | 8:40 am Departure | 6:00 pm Return

    Trip Leader: Nancy Myers

    We will carpool to the gravel parking area on the west side of the Fairfield Causeway and hike the Wolf Creek Trail south to the Dam Spillway Parking. The Hoosiers Hikers Council gives 11 miles for Wolf Creek. The Brookville Lake DNR property map says 16.5 miles. I estimate the trail to be 14 miles. This is hike 2 of 3 consecutive hikes at Brookville Lake. You may participate in 1, 2, or all 3 hikes. If you complete all 3 hikes, you will have completed the Adena Trace Trail.

    Transportation Plan: This is a one-way hike that requires voluntary shuttling. Details will be worked out at the designated meeting location.

    Required Gear/Clothing: This trail is rated rugged by the DNR. It may be slick, muddy, rooty, and may have fallen trees over the trail. There will be multiple creek crossings. Wear sturdy hiking footwear. Bring 3 liters of water and be prepared for falling temperatures and possible rain. Each hiker should carry a whistle and the Ten Essentials, including their own emergency first aid kit and any personal meds required for a 24-hour period. Although we are hiking along the reservoir, it is generally inaccessible from the trail. Creek water can be filtered, but it may be very silty or muddy. Bring a lunch, multiple snacks for a full day of hiking, and electrolytes. An extra pair of socks in a sealed bag is recommended.

    Cell Service Availability: Spotty

    Emergency Exit Plan: There are NO ROAD CROSSINGS on this trail. It is important that each hiker is prepared for unexpected bad weather and/or delays as there are no buildings or shelters along this trail. Assistance or evacuation by an emergency team will not be immediate. There is a side trail at about the midway point that can be used for emergency evacuation. It is over 2 miles on Midway Trail to a parking area. We will NOT have a vehicle there, but the Midway trail is an option for emergencies near the middle of our hike.

    Questions? Contact: ciwcinfo@gmail.com

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  • CIWC Day Hike four trails at Mounds State Recreation Area on Brookville Lake - April 26, 2026

    • April 26, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Meet at Templeton Creek Trailhead/Shelterhouse Parking near the entrance to the Mounds SRA at Brookville Lake. Templeton Creek Trailhead, Templeton Creek Rd, Brookville, Indiana; GPS 39.49591, -84.95761
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    CIWC Day Hike four trails at Mounds State Recreation Area on Brookville Lake - April 26, 2026

    April 26, 2026, at Meet at Templeton Creek Trailhead/Shelter house Parking near the entrance to the Mounds SRA at Brookville Lake. Templeton Creek Trailhead, Templeton Creek Rd, Brookville, Indiana; GPS 39.49591, -84.95761

    Open to the Public

    Time: 9:00 am Meeting | 9:15 am Departure | 4:00 pm Return

    Trip Leader: Nancy Myers

    This is a one-way hike of 4 trails. We will car pool to the small Bonwell Trailhead parking. If not enough spaces, we will park at the Brookville Overlook Recreation Area Parking. We will hike north about 11 miles to the Templeton Trailhead. We will be hiking the Bonwell, Eagle, Woodland, and Garr Hill trails. This is hike 3 of 3 consecutive hikes at Brookville Lake. You may participate in 1, 2, or all 3 hikes. If you complete all 3 hikes, you will have completed the Adena Trace Trail.

    Transportation Plan: This is a one way hike that requires voluntary shuttling. Details will be worked out at the designated meeting location.

    Required Gear/Clothing: These trails are rated moderate by the DNR. They may be slick, muddy, rooty, and may have fallen trees over the trail. There will be multiple creek crossings. Wear sturdy hiking footwear. Bring 3 liters of water and be prepared for falling temperatures and possible rain. Each hiker should carry a whistle and the Ten Essentials, including their own emergency first aid kit and personal meds. Bring a lunch, multiple snacks for a full day of hiking, and electrolytes. An extra pair of socks in a sealed bag is recommended.

    Cell Service Availability: Spotty

    Emergency Exit Plan: Call 911 for serious accidents or emergencies. We will have several road crossings and parking areas on this hike. Our longest trail section will be the 5 mile Woodland trail between the south end of the Scenic bike trail and the Garr Hill Boat Ramp parking area. We will NOT have a vehicle at either of those locations. It is important that each hiker is prepared for unexpected bad weather as we may be 5 miles from one of our vehicles.

    Questions? Contact: ciwcinfo@gmail.com

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  • CIWC Bike the Nickel Plate Trail - May 9, 2026

    • May 09, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Richey Woods Nature Preserve Parking Lot 10410 Hague Rd, Fishers
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    Bike Riding
    Difficulty Level: Easy
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  • CIWC Pennsy Trail Ride and Lunch - June 27, 2026

    • June 27, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
    • Pennsy Trail (Irvington) Ellenberger Park Pool Parking Lot
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    Ride 42 miles round trip between Irvington and Greenfield along the Pennsy Trail, a former railroad bed paved trail
    Difficulty Level: Moderate
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  • CIWC Climb Kilamanjaro - October 15, 2027

    • October 15, 2027
    • 7:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    • Arusha National Park Tanzania
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    CIWC Climb Kilamanjaro - October 15, 2027

    October 15, 2027, at Arusha National Park Tanzania

    Open to the Public

    Time: 7:00 AM Meeting | 7:07 AM Departure | 11:30 PM Return

    Trip Leader: Wendy Ann

    Co-Leader: Tyler Brinson

    Quick trip up and down the mountain - must be fast

    Transportation Plan: We will meet in Tanzania that morning. Arrange own transportation.

    Required Gear/Clothing: Layers

    Cell Service Availability: No Service

    Emergency Exit Plan: Zoleo

    Questions? Contact: ciwcinfo@gmail.com

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