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During this series for active aging adults, participants will meet our on-site educators and listen to guest presentations. All programs include pastries, coffee and tea upon entry. Sit back and enjoy your snack during an exciting and informative program, then wrap up with time to explore the Outdoor Adventure Center exhibits.
In November, discover how to hike and camp in this hands-on workshop, with activities geared toward seniors. This session will cover equipment, preparation, safety and more for both day and overnight trips.
Presenter Rodney Cole is an avid hiker, with experience hiking on seven of America's long trails as well as three in Europe. Cole learned the basics of hiking in the Boy Scouts and refined those skills during his service in the Army and Army Special Forces, where he often spent a week or more living out of his backpack.
Note: This presentation is two hours long and involves hands-on audience participation.
Preregistration is required. Cost is $8 per person.
Register for Senior Brunch: Introduction to Hiking and Camping.
1801 Atwater Street, Detroit, Michigan, 48207Start: November 12, 2026 9:00 AM
End: November 12, 2026 12:00 PM
During this series for active aging adults, participants will meet our on-site educators and listen to guest presentations. All programs include pastries, coffee and tea upon entry. Sit back and enjoy your snack during an exciting and informative program, then wrap up with time to explore the Outdoor Adventure Center exhibits.
In November, discover how to hike and camp in this hands-on workshop, with activities geared toward seniors. This session will cover equipment, preparation, safety and more for both day and overnight trips.
Presenter Rodney Cole is an avid hiker, with experience hiking on seven of America's long trails as well as three in Europe. Cole learned the basics of hiking in the Boy Scouts and refined those skills during his service in the Army and Army Special Forces, where he often spent a week or more living out of his backpack.
Note: This presentation is two hours long and involves hands-on audience participation.
Preregistration is required. Cost is $8 per person.
Register for Senior Brunch: Introduction to Hiking and Camping.