Miami Valley Outdoor Club

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Time:

6:30pm - 9:00pm

Location:

125 Clay Street, Dayton

Description:

Wednesday at 6:30

Where:
Urban Krag Climbing Center
125 Clay Street
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 224-5724

Information:
Meet at the viewing platform at 6:30 pm. After 6:30 the person at the desk can point us out in the climbing area.

Your first time in to the gym you will need to complete a belay certification which takes about 30 to 45 minutes and is a one-time charge of $15.00. Everyone 14 or older must complete a belay certification. If you are under the age of 14 you will need someone who is belay certified to belay for you.
If you are a minor (under the age of 18) you will need to have a parent or guardian sign a waiver for you.

Cost:
The total charges for a first time visit will be:
Belay certification $15.00
Daily pass $12.00
Shoes $4.00
Harness $3.00

Contact Name:

Hank Trimble

Contact Email:

hank.trimble@yahoo.com

Time:

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Location:

Cox Arboretum MetroPark, 6733 Springboro Pike

Description:

Free Environmental Film Series
Cox Arboretum MeadWestvaco Theatre

Films are shown on the first Wednesday of the month, Janary - April, July and August. Enjoy free popcorn and refreshments during the film and stay afterward to share your insight and observations with others during open discussion.

Reservations requested: walk-ins welcome.

Call (937) 434-9005 or register online

BIOMIMICRY is a two-part film based on the acclaimed book Biomimicry: Innovation Inspired by Nature, by Janine Benyus. Learn about the new sciene that studies natures best ideas and then imitates these designs and processes to solve human problems.

Film Length 89 minutes

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Time:

2:00pm - 3:30pm

Location:

Possum Creek MetroPark - 4790 Frytown Rd,

Description:

Join Lindy McDonough and members of the Miami Valley Outdoor Club for this moderatedly paced 1.5 hour hike through woods and prairie, along streams and around fishing ponds and Argonne Lake. See the remnants of a long-gone amusement park nestled among the trees and valleys.

Meet at the Argonne Forest parking lot.

Dogs welcome, but must be on leash.

Contact Name:

Lindy McDonough, 278-1493

Contact Email:

lindymcd46@aol.com

Time:

7:00pm - 10:00pm

Location:

111 E, Monument Ave.

Description:

Spend the evening skating under a beautifully lit canopy. Drink hot chocolate and warm up by the outdoor fireplaces at RiverScape in downtown Dayton.

Admission is $5 and includes the use of ice skates.

For info call (937)278-2607

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Time:

2:00pm - 6:00pm

Location:

Cricket Holler Boy Scout Camp, 6675 Brantford Rd.

Description:

Join MVOC members for 7th Annual Hike & Chili Cook-Off on SuperBowl Sunday. We'll meet and eat in the K-Lodge across the field from the parking lot.

Now is the time to tune-up your chili recipes and mark your calendars for one of MVOCs most popular events of the year. Arrive at 2:00 p.m., plug in your crockpots, and we are off for a hike that lasts about an hour and a half. When we get back, be ready to cozy up to a roaring fire and taste all kinds of delicious homemade, steaming-hot chili. Then vote for the Best, Hottest and Most Unusual. The more chili we have the better. We ran out last year!

If chili is not your specialty, bring a side dish or dessert to serve at least eight to share. Also bring your own table setting.

There is also room for those of you who are not in the mood to hike that day. Bring along a deck of cards, scrabble - any game - and you can wait by the fire for the hikers to return. If you cannot make it to the entire event just come to part of it. Hike begins at 2:00 and eating around 4:00. Come for the hike, the meal, dessert, or just pop in to say "Hi" and check out Cricket Holler.

We will be finished in time to watch the SuperBowl.

Contact Name:

Lindy, 278-1493

Contact Email:

lindymcd46@aol.com

Description:

Because the Chili Cook Off is only two days prior to the regular monthly meeting, it was decided not to have a February meeting at Wegerzyn.

See you at the 7th Annual Hike and Chili Cook Off instead!

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Time:

4:30pm - 5:30pm

Location:

2101 U.S. 40 - East of Taylorsville Dam

Description:

"Get Out and Go Hike"
Every Tuesday Evening
at Taylorsville MetroPark

Join Sharon M and members of the Miami Valley Outdoor Club every Tuesday for a brisk hike at Taylorsville MetroPark, through hilly wooded terrain and along the Great Miami River.

Hike begins promptly at 4:30 and lasts about 1 hour.

Please bring proper shoes for the hike and trail conditions.

Hope to see you there.

Contact Name:

Sharon M, 620-0887

Contact Email:

dmullinsvanoh@aol.com

Time:

6:30pm - 9:00pm

Location:

125 Clay Street, Dayton

Description:

Wednesday at 6:30

Where:
Urban Krag Climbing Center
125 Clay Street
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 224-5724

Information:
Meet at the viewing platform at 6:30 pm. After 6:30 the person at the desk can point us out in the climbing area.

Your first time in to the gym you will need to complete a belay certification which takes about 30 to 45 minutes and is a one-time charge of $15.00. Everyone 14 or older must complete a belay certification. If you are under the age of 14 you will need someone who is belay certified to belay for you.
If you are a minor (under the age of 18) you will need to have a parent or guardian sign a waiver for you.

Cost:
The total charges for a first time visit will be:
Belay certification $15.00
Daily pass $12.00
Shoes $4.00
Harness $3.00

Contact Name:

Hank Trimble

Contact Email:

hank.trimble@yahoo.com

Time:

2:00pm - 3:30pm

Location:

Englewood MetroPark - East - 4361 National Rd (Rt. 40),

Description:

Join Lindy McDonough for this moderately paced, 1.5 hour hike. Enjoy wooded hills, a walk along the Stillwater River and winter waterfalls.

Meet at the Patty Shelter parking lot

Dogs are welcome but must be on leash.

Contact Name:

Lindy McDonough, 278-1493

Contact Email:

lindymcd46@aol.com

Time:

4:00pm - 11:00pm

Location:

Student Union, Wright State University

Description:

The Adventure Summit, sponsored by Five Rivers MetroParks and Wright State University, is one of the largest expositions of outdoor culture, skill and experience in the Midwest.

See Adventure Summit website for complete schedule.

MVOC Volunteers Needed:
Just spend a couple of hours Friday evening or Saturday at the MVOC booth talking with other outdoor enthusiasts and then spend the rest of your time learning about the latest outdoor gear and all kinds of outdoor organizations and hear experts speak on mountain climbing, kayaking, backpacking, cycling and more.

Featured Speaker Friday night is Gary Fisher presenting the program "My Life on Two Wheels." Gary is founding father of mountain biking, a member of the Mountain Bike Hall of Fame, a bike designer and innovator, and a cycling world icon. Enjoy food, music and demonstrations too!

Contact Name:

Lindy McDonough, 278-1493

Contact Email:

lindymcd46@aol.com

Time:

8:00am - 5:00pm

Location:

Student Union, Wright State University

Description:

The Adventure Summit, sponsored by Five Rivers MetroParks and Wright State University, is one of the largest expositions of outdoor culture, skill and experience in the Midwest.

See Adventure Summit website for event schedule.

MVOC Volunteers Needed:
Just spend a couple of hours Friday evening or Saturday at the MVOC booth talking with other outdoor enthusiasts and then spend the rest of your time learning about the latest outdoor gear and all kinds of outdoor organizations and hear experts speak on mountain climbing, kayaking, backpacking, cycling and more.

Featured Speaker Friday night is Gary Fisher presenting the program "My Life on Two Wheels." Gary is founding father of mountain biking, a member of the Mountain Bike Hall of Fame, a bike designer and innovator, and a cycling world icon. Enjoy food, music and demonstrations too!

Contact Name:

Lindy McDonough, 278-1493

Contact Email:

lindymcd46@aol.com

Description:

Valentines Day

Time:

4:30pm - 5:30pm

Location:

2101 U.S. 40 - East of Taylorsville Dam

Description:

"Get Out and Go Hike"
Every Tuesday Evening
at Taylorsville MetroPark

Join Sharon M and members of the Miami Valley Outdoor Club every Tuesday for a brisk hike at Taylorsville MetroPark, through hilly wooded terrain and along the Great Miami River.

Hike begins promptly at 4:30 and lasts about 1 hour.

Please bring proper shoes for the hike and trail conditions.

Hope to see you there.

Contact Name:

Sharon M, 620-0887

Contact Email:

dmullinsvanoh@aol.com

Time:

6:30pm - 9:00pm

Location:

125 Clay Street, Dayton

Description:

Wednesday at 6:30

Where:
Urban Krag Climbing Center
125 Clay Street
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 224-5724

Information:
Meet at the viewing platform at 6:30 pm. After 6:30 the person at the desk can point us out in the climbing area.

Your first time in to the gym you will need to complete a belay certification which takes about 30 to 45 minutes and is a one-time charge of $15.00. Everyone 14 or older must complete a belay certification. If you are under the age of 14 you will need someone who is belay certified to belay for you.
If you are a minor (under the age of 18) you will need to have a parent or guardian sign a waiver for you.

Cost:
The total charges for a first time visit will be:
Belay certification $15.00
Daily pass $12.00
Shoes $4.00
Harness $3.00

Contact Name:

Hank Trimble

Contact Email:

hank.trimble@yahoo.com

Time:

2:00pm - 3:30pm

Location:

Carriage Hill MetroPark, 7821 E. Shull Rd.

Description:

Join Lindy McDonough and members if the Miami Valley Outdoor Club for this moderately paced, 1.5 hour hike through woods, prairies, along streams, a woodland pond and around Cedar Lake.

Meet at the Red Wing Shelter.

Dogs welcome, but must be on leash.

Contact Name:

Lindy McDonough, 278-1493

Contact Email:

lindymcd46@aol.com

Time:

4:30pm - 5:30pm

Location:

2101 U.S. 40 - East of Taylorsville Dam

Description:

"Get Out and Go Hike"
Every Tuesday Evening
at Taylorsville MetroPark

Join Sharon M and members of the Miami Valley Outdoor Club every Tuesday for a brisk hike at Taylorsville MetroPark, through hilly wooded terrain and along the Great Miami River.

Hike begins promptly at 4:30 and lasts about 1 hour.

Please bring proper shoes for the hike and trail conditions.

Hope to see you there.

Contact Name:

Sharon M, 620-0887

Contact Email:

dmullinsvanoh@aol.com

Time:

6:30pm - 9:00pm

Location:

125 Clay Street, Dayton

Description:

Wednesday at 6:30

Where:
Urban Krag Climbing Center
125 Clay Street
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 224-5724

Information:
Meet at the viewing platform at 6:30 pm. After 6:30 the person at the desk can point us out in the climbing area.

Your first time in to the gym you will need to complete a belay certification which takes about 30 to 45 minutes and is a one-time charge of $15.00. Everyone 14 or older must complete a belay certification. If you are under the age of 14 you will need someone who is belay certified to belay for you.
If you are a minor (under the age of 18) you will need to have a parent or guardian sign a waiver for you.

Cost:
The total charges for a first time visit will be:
Belay certification $15.00
Daily pass $12.00
Shoes $4.00
Harness $3.00

Contact Name:

Hank Trimble

Contact Email:

hank.trimble@yahoo.com

Time:

2:00pm - 3:30pm

Location:

Englewood MetroPark South - 9331 Meeker Rd,

Description:

Join Lindy McDonough for this moderately paced, 1.5 hour hike through wooded hills and wide open prairie.

Meet in the parking lot.

Dogs welcome but must be on leash.

Contact Name:

Lindy McDonough, 278-1493

Contact Email:

lindymcd46@aol.com

Time:

4:30pm - 5:30pm

Location:

2101 U.S. 40 - East of Taylorsville Dam

Description:

"Get Out and Go Hike"
Every Tuesday Evening
at Taylorsville MetroPark

Join Sharon M and members of the Miami Valley Outdoor Club every Tuesday for a brisk hike at Taylorsville MetroPark, through hilly wooded terrain and along the Great Miami River.

Hike begins promptly at 4:30 and lasts about 1 hour.

Please bring proper shoes for the hike and trail conditions.

Hope to see you there.

Contact Name:

Sharon M, 620-0887

Contact Email:

dmullinsvanoh@aol.com

Time:

6:30pm - 9:00pm

Location:

125 Clay Street, Dayton

Description:

Wednesday at 6:30

Where:
Urban Krag Climbing Center
125 Clay Street
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 224-5724

Information:
Meet at the viewing platform at 6:30 pm. After 6:30 the person at the desk can point us out in the climbing area.

Your first time in to the gym you will need to complete a belay certification which takes about 30 to 45 minutes and is a one-time charge of $15.00. Everyone 14 or older must complete a belay certification. If you are under the age of 14 you will need someone who is belay certified to belay for you.
If you are a minor (under the age of 18) you will need to have a parent or guardian sign a waiver for you.

Cost:
The total charges for a first time visit will be:
Belay certification $15.00
Daily pass $12.00
Shoes $4.00
Harness $3.00

Contact Name:

Hank Trimble

Contact Email:

hank.trimble@yahoo.com

www.MiamiValleyOutdoorClub.org