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River Tubing CHI 2025

Sun, Aug 24, 9am - 6pm CDT (NEW DATE)

Join us for River Tubing on Sunday August 24th! (NEW DATE)
Enjoy a scenic, lazy, and fun-filled float down the beautiful Tippecanoe River in Winamac, Indiana. This 3-hour tubing journey is the perfect way to soak in summer vibes with great company, cold drinks, and outdoor adventure.

We’ll kick off the day at Brooklyn Boulders Chicago at 9:00 AM, where you’ll check in and meet your fellow tubers. We’ll have beers and other beverages ready for you—and feel free to bring your own favorites along too!

    • Round-trip Transportation

    • River Tubing Ticket

    • Beer & Other Beverages

    • 09:00 AM (CST) – Meet at Brooklyn Boulders Chicago

    • 09:30 AM (CST) – Depart for tubing site

    • 01:00 PM (EST) – Arrive at Tippecanoe River

    • 5:15 PM (EST) – Depart back to Chicago

Devil's Lake Climbing Adventure

Sat, Sep 27th, 9am - 6pm CDT

Join us for a Climbing Adventure at Devil’s Lake on Saturday, September 27th!

We’re heading out to explore the stunning quartzite cliffs of Devil’s Lake State Park in Wisconsin for a day of top-rope climbing, community, and unforgettable views.

We’ll start the day at Brooklyn Boulders Chicago, where we’ll meet up and transport you to Devil's Lake State Park. Once we arrive, we’ll head to the CCC parking lot on the East Bluff, get everyone geared up with harnesses, helmets, and shoes, and then hike together to the crag.

Our guides will provide a quick intro covering how to tie into the rope, belay basics, and then it’s go time. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced climber, the area has a wide range of routes—from slabby faces to steep cracks—offering something for every skill level.

We’ll wrap up climbing around 3:45 PM and make our way back to the parking lot by 4:00 PM before heading back to the city.

    • Guided climbing session

    • All climbing gear (ropes, harnesses, helmets, shoes—if needed)

    • Instruction for beginners or tips for experienced climbers

    • A full afternoon immersed in nature with fellow Outsiders

    • Beverages post-climb

    • 9:00 AM -Meet at Brooklyn Boulders

    • 9:30 AM - Depart

    • 12:00 PM – Arriveat CCC parking lot, Devil’s Lake East Bluff

    • 12:15 PM – Gear up + hike to climbing area

    • 12:45 PM – 3:45 PM – Climbing session

    • 4:00 PM – Return to parking lot and depart back to Chicago

    • Comfortable athletic clothes you can climb in

    • Water + snacks and lunch

    • Sunscreen + bug spray

    • Hiking shoes or sturdy sneakers for the trail approach

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