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Summer...and the living is easy with the Friars.

OUR 2025 CAMPING SEASON IS SET!

Email us if you have questions about any of our summer activities.

Things you should know:

  • We count on volunteers to help run and organize trips. Please take your turn to volunteer if you are able!

  • Campfire wood is provided for all trips. For the sake of forests everywhere, do not transport wood to our camping trips.
    It must be purchased in or within 10 miles of state parks.

  • All TENT camping trips cost $35-45 per person, which includes campground camping fees, firewood and coffee for breakfasts. Unless a trip leader is indicated, all other meals and meal prep are on your own. A trip leader indicates that Friars will provide meat for Saturday night dinner -- please consider bringing a side dish to share.

  • Pets are not allowed on our trips. Neither are children.

  • We do not supply adult beverages on our trips except coffee, tea, milk for breakfasts. Because everyone's preferences and habits vary widely, we ask that you bring your own beverages. 

  • We start our trips on Thursday night (easier to get those reservations!).

  • We have a sign-up sheet for each trip for participants to help with garbage disposal, meal prep and clean-up. We all stay happier that way!

 

Note: most state parks require a daily entrance permit for your car. Annual/daily park permits are not included in the trip price and are the responsibility of each participant.

Kettle Moraine State Forest - South Unit

North of Eagle, WI, near Ottawa, WI

June 12 - 15, 2025

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This beautiful forested and glaciated part of Wisconsin has numerous hiking trails and nature trails, mountain biking and more. 

Trip Leader: open

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Lake Kegonsa State Park

Stoughton, Wisconsin
 

July 10 - 13, 2025

Lots of hiking, bird-watching, bicycling the area roads, as well as a swimming area and a spacious group site with a big fire pit!

Group Site B

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Chain O'Lakes 
State Park​​​​​​​​​​​​ 

Albion, Indiana

August 14 - 17, 2025

There are nine connecting lakes in this beautiful state park, with canoes and kayaks for rent, fishing (you'll need a license), 23 miles of forested trails, and a charming Nature Center.

Group Site D

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Potawatomi
State Park​​​​​​​​​​​​ 

Door County, Wisconsin
 

August 28 - Sept. 2, 2025

Who will be the "keeper of the fire" on this camping trip to beautiful Door County, WI? It's a bit farther from Chicago so we'll be using the long weekend wisely -- relaxing, wandering around the art shops and distilleries and eateries of Door County. 

Group Site

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Potato Creek
State Park​​​​​​​​​​​​ 

North Liberty, Indiana
 

October 9 - 13, 2025

Our cabins are modern with heat, 2 bedrooms plus roll-away beds and a spacious common area/kitchen. Choose either a 2- or 3-night stay.

Cabins 

Price: TBD

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