Upcoming Events

Crucible Club Hikes (Social Hikes)

No registration needed - Free and open to all

2026 Dates Will Be Announced Soon

2026 CRUCIBLE HIKES

  • Waterloo-Pinckney Trail

    April 18, 2026

    The Waterloo-Pinckney Crucible is a 22 mile self-supported endurance hike along the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail.

    The Crucible Map

    Participants will have 12 hours to complete The Crucible hiking route. Aid stations will be at four to six mile intervals where the Crucible Crew will be posted with log books. Each hiker will receive an event T-Shirt the morning of the event and a patch upon completion of the hike.

    Tickets go on sale December 31 at midnight, and are $70 each. Click HERE to purchase tickets.

    Camping will be available at the event site.

  • Jordan Valley Pathway

    October 3, 2026

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    The Jordan Valley Pathway Crucible is a 20 mile loop near Elmira, Michigan.

    The Crucible Map

    Participants will have 12 hours to complete The Crucible hiking route, and will receive a patch if successful. Hikers will also receive an event T-Shirt during registration the morning of the event. Check points will be at 5-7 mile intervals where our Crucible Crew will be posted with log books.

    Rustic camping is available at the event, suitable for tents and small RV’s. There are no trees for hammocks.