TEST HIKES ARE DESTINATION HIKES

NOT IN 2023

This is a unique and beautiful destination to hike and has often provided a very challenging mid-season Test Hike.  Those that are there to test their progress will get their answer.  Those that come for the beauty and enjoyment will not be disappointed.

It is also a weekend travel opportunity and becomes a bonding experience for our travelers.  No fee for Cairn Stone training program teams and only $30 for Guests.

AN ORGANIZED TRIP

Bus travel from Niles, MI and a block of rooms in Madison, WI are options.  Price and details will be available months before this event.

JUNE 10, 2023

Located just off M-131 north of Mancelona, MI.  This is also a unique and beautiful wilderness hike right here in Michigan.  This was our first Test Hike location in 2004 and remains popular with our Cairn Stone vets.

As a weekend travel opportunity it provides a chance for our hikers to bond, an important ingredient for the trip experience.   No fee for Cairn Stone training program team members (PNW &TP) but a $30 fee for guests. 

 DECLARATION FORMS

MUST BE SUBMITTED to participate in a Test Hike.  (See Test Hike Documents below: "Jordan River Valley Test Hike").

ADDITIONAL HOTELS (Kalkaska)

ALL SEASONS

NORTH COUNTRY AMERICAN INN

AUGUST 19, 2023

 Located in the Manistee National Forest near Cadillac, MI.  A challenging and beautiful course along the meandering Manistee River.  This is a beautiful destination hike and the final Test Hike for extreme hike candidates.  Always a popular destination hike for those wanting to enjoy the pristine beauty while hiking a less challenging distance.   [MAP to Trailhead]

This is a weekend travel opportunity and an important  bonding experience for our Pacific Northwest trekkers.   

No fee for Cairn Stone training program team members and only $30 for Guests.