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SAVE THE TENTATIVE DATE: March 6, 2027 for QAS 2027 from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Farm Bureau Pavilion at MSU


QAS 2026 was a good year for the Symposium. Over 920 paid attendees, 200+ students and youth, 106 exhibitors and their staff, as well as sponsors, volunteers, speakers, and guests, such that over 1500 people filled the Pavilion. 

Did you enjoy the day, thinking "these are my people," and wish that you too could be part of the team leading this event and all the work of the Quiet Adventures Society? Soon,  we will be issuing a call of new applicants for the Board of Directors. Keep your eyes on this page. Send a message to info@quietadventures.org if you might be interested.

QAS 2026 Official T-shirt by Daylight Brand  Order  HERE 

Introducing the official 2026 Quiet Adventures Symposium tee by Daylight Brand!
Designed by artists with your love for the outdoors in mind, this tee is amazingly soft, and will stay soft - wash after wash. Our shirts won't shrink either, so it'll be your favorite tee until you can get another QAS shirt next year.  

20% of all online sales will be given directly to QAS to support effort to protect and promote environmental stewardship and activity. 

Quick note* this tee is REALLY dark BROWN. 
It might look black on your screen, but trust us, it's not. 
Fits as expected, see size chart for measurements.
Order Tshirt HERE 

New for 2026 was the Paddling Film Festival on Feb. 27 at the Hannah Center
 



We showed a selection of this year's 2026 Paddling Film Festival World Tour brought to you by Drift and Roam Events and Quiet Adventures Society.
There were 6 Films including the award winners for Best Canoeing Film, Best Instructional Film, Best Short Film, Best Documentary, and a Special Jury Mention.  Over 100 people joined us there. 
Congratulations to Peter Frank!

Peter was honored with the Verlen Kruger Award for 2026.  A key accomplishment was  completing the Great Loop, going clockwise, in about 488 days of determined paddling and portaging. Checkout his journey at Peters Voyage on Facebook and follow him at his Facebook page Capn Frank.  His voyage follows in the paddles of Verlen Kruger and others. We heard about this incredible journey at QAS 2026. Here is the basic map of his route, as found on his Facebook page. 


 
Winter is here and Spring fast approaches. Here are some things to check out! 
The Verlen Kruger Legacy is sponsoring the Hugh Heward Challenge on April 25th! Join in the fund paddling on the Grand River. Check it out here 
Paddle Antrim had a great Festival event in September 2025 and registration is open for Paddle Antrim 2026.  Become a MI Paddle Steward and learn about invasive species. 

The Power of Water offers trips and skills building for sea kayaking, white water, and SUPs. Check out all the options at The Power of Water.  Check out their new online effort, the Connected Paddler. 

Visit  Experience Jackson and check out all the options for outdoor activities in the Jackson Region. Download their trail guides and then go check out Waterloo Recreation Area with many miles of nature trails to hike or try out the Falling Waters Trail.

Michigan Department of Natural Resources also has information on many types of trails throughout the state. Go here for the interactive map feature and select the type of non-motorized trail to include in your adventure! Many cross-country ski trails, snowshoe trails and more! 

For water trails, visit MI Paddle Stewards website. This is an excellent source of information on the more than 3,000 miles of water trails throughout the state of Michigan.  Check out the Hiawatha Water Trails along the south shore of Lake Superior or head south to the Kalamazoo Water Trail, with over 120 miles. 

All along the North Country Trail there are hikes and volunteer efforts, welcoming participants to maintain the 4800 miles of hiking trail across 8 states. The local Chief Noonday Chapter would love you to join in the fun and posts suggested hikes on their website. Visit the NCT Association offices at 229 East Main Street, Lowell Michigan. 

The Lansing Oar and Paddle Club is found on Meetup and at wordpress. Paddling and hiking events are scheduled throughout the year. Check it out! 
 
The Northern Forest Canoe Trail is a great destination to explore around and outside the Great Lakes. Maine has incredible rivers, lakes, and shoreline. Visit their event calendar or check out the Trip Planner for your adventure in the North East. 

There are many outfitters and guides in Michigan and the region. Among those who were at QAS 2026 are Woods and Water, Pedal Across Lower Michigan, Tulip City Paddle Tours, Motor City Paddle Club and Kayak Rentals,  and The Power of Water.  Check out their websites for US and worldwide adventures. 

The folks at the Tri County Bicycle Association TCBA organize fun rides and safety classes, so look for tours and more on the Events Page. Sign up for the Northwest Tour June 10-14 out of Traverse City.  

The DALMAC rides  over the Labor Day weekend were a great success, in 2025, with people getting out and making new friends, enjoying the beauty of Michigan. Keep up to date with DALMAC 2026, check out the video series on all things DALMAC . Registration open for  2026. Become at Volunteer.

Adventure team 906  sponsors many events and also gets kids out and riding, gaining confidence and enjoying Michigan on bikes. This includes a group in the Lansing area! 

The League of Michigan Bicyclists will be focusing on Advocacy and support for efforts throughout the state of Michigan. Become a member and get that Ride Calendar!  Sign up for email news 

Join Adventure Credit Union in volunteering and supporting local groups and events, including the Lansing Food Bank and Friends of Grand Rapids Parks. 


Please note: We do not sell or share our contact lists; anyone who offers you our exhibitor list or other contacts is SPAM or worse! 

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