EXPERIENCES
At the end of the day we remember the experiences we’ve had with others, not the things. Friendships new and old. Impactful moments when we’ve stepped out of our usual routine into something special. Forward Outdoor is here to create memories that stick.
SOCIALS
Forward Outdoor is about building community, and providing events that get us out into the world. Sometimes it’s a relaxed group bike ride that ends in ice cream, an outdoor-themed trivia night at a beer garden, or a clinic on how to navigate with a compass. We mean business when it comes to preparation and safety, but we’re not above a costume-themed cafe crawl on bikes.
FIELD TRIPS
Want to just show up and join a small crew? Each week we put together pre-planned trips with a max of 12 people to go explore something fun within an hour of Milwaukee. We meet at our HQ next to Amorphic Brewing in Riverwest, gear up, then hit the road! Come alone or bring a friend, everyone is welcome.
All UPCOMING SOCIALS & FIELD TRIPS
Mel’s River Run
Mel's River Run
Date April 26, 2025Time 8:30 am - 3:00 pmPrice $45
It's time for the Mel's River Run fundraiser! Forward Outdoor will be assisting with kayak rentals, with a portion of proceeds going directly back to Mel's!
Please see the Mel's River Run signup page for de...
Please see the Mel's River Run signup page for de...
Milwaukee River Cleanup – Kern Park
Milwaukee River Cleanup - Kern Park
Date April 26, 2025Time 9:00 am - 12:00 pmPrice Free
Come join us for the big 30th Annual Milwaukee Riverkeeper Spring River Cleanup! We've adopted a section of the river by Kern Park just south of Capitol Drive in Riverwest.
We'll meet at the pavilion/bathrooms at Kern Park (3614 N Humboldt Blvd) and spread out from t...
We'll meet at the pavilion/bathrooms at Kern Park (3614 N Humboldt Blvd) and spread out from t...
MKE River Kayaking Section 6: Thiensville
MKE River Kayaking Section 6: Thiensville
Date April 27, 2025Time 10:00 am - 4:00 pmPrice $55
Relax and let the current guide you.
Our river kayak adventures are self-guided and almost all are beginner-friendly. We provide the kayak, gear, and a shuttle ride ups...
MKE River Kayaking Section 8: Glendale
MKE River Kayaking Section 8: Glendale
Date May 3, 2025Time 9:00 am - 5:00 pmPrice $55
Relax and let the current guide you.
Our river kayak adventures are self-guided and almost all are beginner-friendly. We provide the kayak, gear, and a shuttle ride ups...
MKE River Kayaking Section 3: Saukville
MKE River Kayaking Section 3: Saukville
Date May 4, 2025Time 9:00 am - 5:00 pmPrice $55
Relax and let the current guide you.
Our river kayak adventures are self-guided and almost all are beginner-friendly. We provide the kayak, gear, and a shuttle ride ups...
Collective Outdoor: Kayak & Yoga
Collective Outdoor: Kayak & Yoga
Date May 8, 2025Time 5:30 pm - 7:00 pmPrice $55
We’re teaming up with Collective Flow for another Collective Outdoor experience—this time on the water! Join us at Lakeshore State Park in downtown Milwaukee for a special evening that blends gentle yoga with a guided kayaking adventure in the calm waters of the par...
Sunset Kayaking – Lakeshore State Park
Sunset Kayaking - Lakeshore State Park
Date May 8, 2025Time 7:00 pm - 8:30 pmPrice $45
Join us for a peaceful evening paddle as the sun dips below the Milwaukee skyline. This beginner-friendly kayaking outing launches from the calm inlet at Lakeshore State Park and offers a front-row seat to golden hour over Lak...
MKE River Kayaking Section 1: West Bend
MKE River Kayaking Section 1: West Bend
Date May 10, 2025Time 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Relax and let the current guide you.
Our river kayak adventures are self-guided and almost all are beginner-friendly. We provide the kayak, gear, and a shuttle ride ups...
MKE River Kayaking Section 7: Brown Deer
MKE River Kayaking Section 7: Brown Deer
Date May 11, 2025Time 10:00 am - 4:00 pmPrice $55
Relax and let the current guide you.
Our river kayak adventures are self-guided and almost all are beginner-friendly. We provide the kayak, gear, and a shuttle ride ups...
MKE River Kayaking Section 6: Thiensville
MKE River Kayaking Section 6: Thiensville
Date May 17, 2025Time 9:00 am - 2:00 pmPrice $55
Relax and let the current guide you.
Our river kayak adventures are self-guided and almost all are beginner-friendly. We provide the kayak, gear, and a shuttle ride ups...
MKE River Kayaking Section 7: Brown Deer
MKE River Kayaking Section 7: Brown Deer
Date May 18, 2025Time 10:00 am - 3:00 pmPrice $55
Relax and let the current guide you.
Our river kayak adventures are self-guided and almost all are beginner-friendly. We provide the kayak, gear, and a shuttle ride ups...
MKE River Kayaking Section 2: Newburg
MKE River Kayaking Section 2: Newburg
Date May 24, 2025Time 10:00 am - 5:00 pmPrice $55
Relax and let the current guide you.
Our river kayak adventures are self-guided and almost all are beginner-friendly. We provide the kayak, gear, and a shuttle ride ups...
MKE River Kayaking: Section 3: Saukville
MKE River Kayaking: Section 3: Saukville
Date May 25, 2025Time 9:00 am - 5:00 pmPrice $55
Relax and let the current guide you.
Our river kayak adventures are self-guided and almost all are beginner-friendly. We provide the kayak, gear, and a shuttle ride ups...
MKE River Kayaking Section 4: Grafton
MKE River Kayaking Section 4: Grafton
Date May 26, 2025Time 9:00 am - 5:00 pmPrice $55
Relax and let the current guide you.
Our river kayak adventures are self-guided and almost all are beginner-friendly. We provide the kayak, gear, and a shuttle ride ups...
MKE River Kayaking Section 7: Brown Deer
MKE River Kayaking Section 7: Brown Deer
Date May 31, 2025Time 9:00 am - 5:00 pmPrice $55
Relax and let the current guide you.
Our river kayak adventures are self-guided and almost all are beginner-friendly. We provide the kayak, gear, and a shuttle ride ups...
Learn to Paddle with Milwaukee Riverkeeper
Learn to Paddle with Milwaukee Riverkeeper
Date May 31, 2025Time 10:30 am - 2:30 pmPrice $25
We're excited to partner with Milwaukee Riverkeeper on a Learn to Paddle event! MRK's own Leah Holloway will lead participants on a journey from Thiensville to Brown Deer on the Milwaukee River. Includes both land-based and on-the-water instruction for the novice paddle...
MKE River Kayaking Section 6: Thiensville
MKE River Kayaking Section 6: Thiensville
Date June 1, 2025Time 9:00 am - 5:00 pmPrice $55
Relax and let the current guide you.
Our river kayak adventures are self-guided and almost all are beginner-friendly. We provide the kayak, gear, and a shuttle ride ups...
MKE River Kayaking Section 10: Milwaukee
MKE River Kayaking Section 10: Milwaukee
Date June 7, 2025Time 10:00 am - 2:00 pmPrice $55
Relax and let the current guide you.
Our river kayak adventures are self-guided and almost all are beginner-friendly. We provide the kayak, gear, and a shuttle ride ups...
MKE River Kayaking Section 9: Shorewood
MKE River Kayaking Section 9: Shorewood
Date June 8, 2025Time 10:00 am - 3:00 pmPrice $55
Relax and let the current guide you.
Our river kayak adventures are self-guided and almost all are beginner-friendly. We provide the kayak, gear, and a shuttle ride ups...
MKE River Kayaking Section 5: Mequon
MKE River Kayaking Section 5: Mequon
Date June 14, 2025Time 10:00 am - 1:00 pmPrice $55
Relax and let the current guide you.
Our river kayak adventures are self-guided and almost all are beginner-friendly. We provide the kayak, gear, and a shuttle ride ups...
PRIVATE FIELD TRIPS
Looking for a private trip for your crew from the office, a birthday party, or a bachelor/ette party? Check out our Private Field Trips.