Are you or your family looking for new places to explore, some company to hike with, or just a reason to be outside? Join 815 Outside on adventures around Winnebago County to enjoy nature, get active, and meet new people. All events are free and open to all ages and abilities. Click on an event to learn more, and be sure to RSVP!
Lunchtime Loop at Wester Park
This is part of our City Hiking Series where we explore our beautiful city one step at a time! Wester Park is located across the street from Burpee Museum. Park […]
Find out more »Rockford, IL 61103
Sunset Hike at Funderburg Forest Preserve
Let's hike into the sunset this late March evening! Park in the lot and we'll have a quick info session before we venture into the woods, pass the creek, hike […]
Find out more »Rockford, IL 61102 United States
April Fools’ ‘Hike of Pranks’
Mother Nature is the ultimate prankster and April Fools' Day is her favorite holiday. So this year, 815 Outside is celebrating the big day with a gentle "Hike of Pranks." […]
Find out more »Rockford, IL 61102 United States
Lunchtime Loop at Tinker Park
Park along the little road that leads to the "barn." If all the spots are taken, there is another parking lot just around the curve. After you park, walk behind […]
Find out more »Rockford, IL 61102
Beyond Soup: A Cautionary Tale
We at 815 Outside are big believers in the pre-hike. That's when we go out a couple days before our scheduled public hike and make sure the trails are safe. We used to pre-hike one, two -- sometimes three! -- weeks ahead of the hike. But now we pre-hike as close to...
Got Skepticism? Great! Independent Thinkers Make Excellent Hikers!
Most people naturally possess a "healthy skepticism." We at 815 Outside welcome and encourage independent thinkers! But we don't want you to be cynical about our free hikes. They are truly for you, your friends and family, your neighbors and the people you have yet to...
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