Iowa list of 10 free outdoor adventure groups that focus on hiking, biking, kayaking, paddle boarding, skiing and snowboarding. Include their name and location area with a brief description and a link to their website and Facebook page
1. Adventure Iowa
- Location: Statewide
- Activities: Hiking, kayaking, biking, skiing, and more
- Description: A Meetup group offering professionally guided outdoor adventures across Iowa, including hiking, kayaking, biking, and skiing.
- Website: Meetup
2. Hiking Central Iowa
- Location: Central Iowa
- Activities: Hiking
- Description: A Facebook group dedicated to hiking in central Iowa, showcasing beautiful trails and organizing group hikes.
- Facebook: Hiking Central IowaFacebook+2Facebook+2Facebook+2
3. University of Iowa Adventure Trips
- Location: Iowa City, IA
- Activities: Canoeing, whitewater kayaking, rafting, sea kayaking, skiing, biking, backpacking, and more
- Description: A program by the University of Iowa Recreational Services offering guided outdoor trips for students and the community.
- Website: Adventure TripsRecreational Services
4. Iowa Explorer’s Club
- Location: Statewide
- Activities: Kayaking, canoeing, hiking, and more
- Description: A Meetup group organizing various outdoor activities, including kayaking and hiking trips across Iowa.
- Website: MeetupFacebook
5. Women Who Explore Iowa
- Location: Statewide
- Activities: Hiking, kayaking, DIY projects, camping, and more
- Description: A Facebook group hosting outdoor adventures, including hikes, kayaking trips, and DIY projects with local women-owned businesses.
- Facebook: Women Who Explore IowaMeetup+3Midwest Weekends+3WhiterockConservancy+3Facebook+1Facebook+1Facebook+1Facebook+1
6. HiYak Adventures
- Location: Statewide
- Activities: Hiking, kayaking, rock climbing, skiing, camping, biking, and more
- Description: A Meetup group offering a variety of outdoor adventures, including hiking, kayaking, rock climbing, and skiing trips.
- Website: MeetupWikipedia+20WhiterockConservancy+20Facebook+20Meetup+1Facebook+1
7. Iowa Kayakers and River Life
- Location: Statewide
- Activities: Kayaking, paddling, and floating
- Description: A Facebook group for kayakers, paddlers, and floaters to share experiences and organize group outings.
- Facebook: Iowa Kayakers and River LifeHorn’s Ferry Hideaway+10Midwest Weekends+10Catch Des Moines+10Facebook
8. Explorer Chicks of Des Moines
- Location: Des Moines, IA
- Activities: Hiking, camping, rafting, kayaking, climbing, and more
- Description: A Meetup group for women travelers who love outdoor activities, including hiking, camping, rafting, kayaking, and climbing.
- Website: MeetupFacebook+17Meetup+17Meetup+17
9. Iowa Outdoors
- Location: Statewide
- Activities: Hiking, camping, and outdoor adventures
- Description: A Facebook group for sharing outdoor experiences, setting up hikes or camping trips, and showcasing the beauty of Iowa.
- Facebook: Iowa OutdoorsFacebook
10. Whiterock Conservancy
- Location: Coon Rapids, IA
- Activities: Hiking, running, and outdoor recreation
- Description: A conservancy offering trails for hiking, running, and outdoor recreation, with no use fee but a suggested donation.
- Website: Whiterock ConservancyWhiterockConservancy
These groups and organizations provide ample opportunities for outdoor adventures across Iowa. Whether you’re interested in paddling serene rivers, biking scenic trails, or hiking through beautiful landscapes, there’s a community or organization ready to welcome you.