Who must do the Test Hikes? Only elite hikers wishing to take on a very difficult hike at our destination.. For those not required to test it is simply a wonderful destination hike. There's no fee for those currently in our training program and a modest fee will be charged for others.
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)
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.
Trip Description, Itinerary and paper forms for Test Hike participation.
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