We'll take in the fall colors and explore the hilly hiking trails of Pike Lake on a moderate 2-mile walk, including an optional climb up the observation tower, then we visit the historic Copper Dock supper club for a traditional Wisconsin Friday Night Fish Fry. Location may change depending upon weather conditions or other factors. […]

Enjoy the fall colors on a peaceful paddle down the upper Milwaukee River, without any of the work! Just show up and we’ll transport you and a kayak or canoe upriver, then you float down at your own pace to end at your car, and we take care of the rest. Got your own kayak […]

Forward Outdoor and Collective Flow bring you Collective Outdoor : a new winter wellness series. Join our two local businesses as we collaborate to bring you mindful, outside adventure in Milwaukee during the winter: February 9: Hike & Yoga March 9: Hike & Breathwork April 6: Hike & Meditation In this series, Forward Outdoor will do what […]

Forward Outdoor and Collective Flow bring you Collective Outdoor : a new winter wellness series. Join our two local businesses as we collaborate to bring you mindful, outside adventure in Milwaukee during the winter: February 9: Hike & Yoga March 9: Hike & Breathwork April 6: Hike & Meditation In this series, Forward Outdoor will do what […]

Forward Outdoor and Collective Flow bring you Collective Outdoor : a new wellness series. Join our two local businesses as we collaborate to bring you mindful, outside adventure in Milwaukee: February 9: Hike & Yoga March 9: Hike & Breathwork April 6: Hike & Meditation In this series, Forward Outdoor will do what they do best, […]

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 upstream—so all you have to do is float back down to your parked car at your own pace. No loops, no backtracking, no hassle. It’s the perfect way […]

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 upstream—so all you have to do is float back down to your parked car at your own pace. No loops, no backtracking, no hassle. It’s the perfect way […]

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 details on how to sign up, this page is just for kayak rental. When: Saturday, April 26, 2025 Times: First […]

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 there. We'll have garbage bags and gloves. Please arrive […]

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 upstream—so all you have to do is float back down to your parked car at your own pace. No loops, no backtracking, no hassle. It’s the perfect way […]

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 upstream—so all you have to do is float back down to your parked car at your own pace. No loops, no backtracking, no hassle. It’s the perfect way […]