Midwest Krawlers

Jr. Krawlers! Chili Supper and Marshmallow Roast
2024-11-02 15:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Kansas Rocks Recreation Park KRRP, 2051 130th Street, 2051 130th St, KS, 66754
Hey Jr. Krawlers before the snow falls let’s have a chili dinner with s’mores for dessert!!
We will learn how to build a proper fire (and fire safety) for the best s’mores!!
This event is limited to Jr. Krawlers Members (and their sponsors).
The location is To Be Announced.

Winching & Wheeling (Self-Recovery Skills) Class
2024-11-02 09:00 - 15:30 | Kansas Rocks Recreation Park KRRP, 2051 130th Street, 2051 130th St, KS, 66754
Come down to Kansas Rocks Recreation Park ( KRRP ) at 10:00 am for Winching & Wheeling. We’ll cover winching & recovery from 10:00 – 12:00. Afterward, we’ll go wheeling in the park from 12 to about 4:30 or so. The class is free to paid club members, but you will have to pay admittance to the park ($25 per rig + $5 for each passenger) & sign a waiver for them.
Bonus: If you bring your Jr. Krawlers, we’ll have some activities for them to do during class, and then we’ll have a chili supper cooked on site by our Overlanding Chef, Brendon Hale, followed by S’mores at the campfire (and some fire safety tips).
If you’d like to drive down with a group, we will meet at Target at 151st and 69 Hwy to caravan down. We will roll out at 8:30; be fueled up, have your lunch, and bring plenty of water for the day.

MWK Fall Krawl at Hot Spring ORV
2024-10-25 08:00 - 2024-10-27 17:00 | Hot Springs ORV, 2100 Millcreek Rd,, Hot Springs, Arkansas, 71901
Join us for our annual Fall Krawl at Hot Springs ORV Park. Over 1200 acres of mild to wild trails. Now featuring 4 Jeep Badge of Honor trails!
Click the photo below to reserve your campsite or cabin and passes now!!

KRocks Creepy Crawl
2024-10-19 08:00 - 2024-10-20 17:00 | MO

October Club Meeting
2024-10-09 16:00 - 19:00 | Side Pockets in Blue Springs, 1237 MO-7, Blue Springs, MO, 64014, United States
Social hours from 5-7, meeting from 7-8.

Winching and Wheeling Class (Self-Recovery Skills)
2024-10-08 09:00 - 15:30 | Kansas Rocks Recreation Park KRRP, 2051 130th Street, 2051 130th St, KS, 66754
Come down to Kansas Rocks Recreation Park ( KRRP ) at 10:00 for Winching & Wheeling. We’ll cover winching & recovery from 10:00 – 12:00. Afterward, we’ll go wheeling in the park from 12 to about 4:30 or so. The class is free to paid members, but you will have to pay admittance to the park & sign a waiver for them.
Bonus: If you bring your Jr. Krawlers, we’ll have some activities for them to do, and if you want to stay after, we’ll have a chili supper, brought to you by our Overlanding Chef, Brendon Hale, followed by S’mores around the campfire!
If you want to drive down with the group, we’ll meet at Target at 151st and 69 Hwy to caravan down. We will roll out at 8:30; be fueled up, have your lunch, and water for the day!

Ouray in the Fall
2024-09-22 08:00 - 2024-09-28 17:00 | Ouray, Colorado
We will be heading out to Ouray, Colorado to hopefully see the Aspen groves change, some wheeling, and some great food in the area. Weather and conditions permitting, we are hoping to complete Last Dollar and Ophir Pass, Poughkeepsie Gulch, Black Bear Pass, Imogene Pass, Corkscrew, Hurricane, and Colorado Pass. Last time we took the Wrangler, this time we are taking the Gladiator. The Evens and us have our reservations made. If this is something that peaks your interest, join us! Hoping to have at least one group of 10 or so. If needed, there are plenty of trails to break up into a couple smaller groups. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions!

MWK to Tuttle Creek OHV
2024-09-21 - 2024-09-22 | Tuttle Creek ORV, 8399 Secrest Rd, Randolph, Kansas, 66554
Let’s hit the trails at Tuttle and have a great time. Chiefs don’t play until 7:20pm.

September Club Meeting
2024-09-11 16:00 - 19:00 | Paul & Jack’s, 1808 Clay St, North Kansas City, Missouri, 64116
Social time is 5-7 pm, regular meeting at 7 pm. We will have one of our Sponsors, Ryan, with Maxed Out Trucks speak and be available for any questions you might have. Our meeting will start with a moment of silence in honor of those that lost their lives and loved ones on 9/11.

KRocks Adopt a Trail
2024-09-07 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-05-04 08:00 - 17:00 | MO

SMORR Labor Day Run
2024-08-31 08:00 - 2024-09-02 17:00 | SMORR, 5722 State Highway K, Seymour, MO, 65746, United States

Sunday Night Ice Cream Run
2024-08-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Summer Salt Ice Cream, 4051 Somerset Dr, Prairie Village, KS, 66208, United States
I’ve been MIA for quite some time and figured I’m overdue for some ice cream. Never been here before, but they have plenty of parking available. There are two stores, but the main ice cream shop is at 83rd and Mission ( 4051 Somerset Dr, Prairie Village, KS 66208)

Dari-B Ice Cream Run
2024-08-25 13:00 - 15:30 | Dari-B, 901 Isley Blvd, Excelsior Springs, MO, 64024, United States
Ice cream run this Sunday 8/25!!!!!!!!!! We all know it has been HOT. I want to take a run to historic Excelsior Springs, MO to visit the Dari-B. We will meet at the QuikTrip in Pleasant Valley (just West of I-35).
We will roll out at 2:30 pm, and we’ll be on Channel 16 on the GMRS.
QuikTrip Pleasant Valley
8600 Pleasant Valley Road
Pleasant Valley, MO 64068

Overlanding for Beginners
2024-08-24 09:00 - 11:00 | Built 2 Rock Offroad, 29901 E Hanna Rd, Buckner, MO, 64016, United States
Brendon Hale will be teaching an informational class on basic beginner overlanding gear, including cooking equipment and methods, sleeping gear, basic ground tents, food storage, and power stations. If you are interested in some off road/off grid camping, I’ll share my experience and hopefully help you prepare for your next journey. Also, if you have a great setup that you want to show off to others, please come by and show us what you have! I will also be demonstrating some simple meals/desserts, so you’ll be able to see how to make it and have some to try, as well. Brian Ropcke has offered his property to allow us to hold the class, which we greatly appreciate!
Bring a comfortable lawn chair!

Sunflower Trail Ride 2024
2024-08-17 08:00 - 2024-08-18 16:00 | Kansas Rocks Recreation Park KRRP, 2051 130th Street, 2051 130th St, KS, 66754
Details of this event will be published in the very near future.

August Club Meeting
2024-08-14 16:00 - 19:00 | Johnny’s Tavern – Raymore, 716 W Foxwood Drive, Raymore, MO, 64083, United States
Social hour from 5:00 – 7:00 pm.
Meeting starts at 7:00 pm!
See you there!!!!

July 2024 Club Meeting
2024-07-10 16:00 - 19:00 | Jefferson’s – Lenexa, 14944 W 87th St, Lenexa, Kansas, 66215
Our club meeting for July, 2024 will be held on July 10, 2024 at Jefferson’s in Lenexa, KS. Social hour will be from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm, and the meeting will start at 7:00 pm. We hope to see you there!

Welcome to Wheeling
2024-07-07 08:00 - 16:00 | Kansas Rocks Recreation Park KRRP, 2051 130th Street, 2051 130th St, KS, 66754
RESCHEDULED!! Due to wet trail conditions, this event has been postponed until July 7, 2024.

We will be going out to KRocks to do green and blue trails. This will be a perfect time to learn how to get off the pavement and experience this sport. This is perfect for the newbies!! Depending in attendees and weather we hope someone will also step up and take an advance group as well.

MWK Twin Mountains Trip (Quinton, OK)
2024-06-28 12:00 - 2024-06-29 20:00 | Twin Mountains Off-Road Park, N4300 Rd, Kinta, OK, 74552, United States
Twin Mountains Offroad Park is another park we believe to be new to the club event list. Brian Ropke is organizing this trip, and his plan is to head down Friday afternoon and camp at their primitive campsites and be ready to wheel Saturday morning. We’ve been told there is RV camping available at True Grit RV Park just down the road. The park has signage for easy, moderate, and difficult trails. The park is approximately 900 acres near Quinton, Oklahoma and is open from 9:00 am until dark.
I couldn’t find a website, but they do have a facebook group.
Click here for directions.

MWK Goes to Branson
2024-06-20 18:00 - 2024-06-23 11:00 | Branson Convention Center, 200 S Sycamore St, Branson, MO, 65616
For the 2024 Year there will be a Jeep Branson Event and Expo. The event begins on 6/20/24 with a Kickoff party at the Branson Ferris Wheel and cruising on the strip. Fantastic events including Off-roading and Obstacle Course Experience at TexPlex Offroad Park, Show & Shine contes, and outdoor concert and more!

June Club Meeting
2024-06-12 16:00 - 19:00 | Paul & Jack’s, 1808 Clay St, North Kansas City, Missouri, 64116
The June, 2024 club meeting will be held at Paul and Jack’s in North Kansas City, MO. Social hour is from 5:00 to 7:00 pm, and the meeting will begin promptly at 7:00 pm.

SMORR Memorial Day Run
2024-05-24 08:00 - 2024-05-27 17:00 | SMORR, 5722 State Highway K, Seymour, MO, 65746, United States
We will be in our usual spot over on the west side in the primitive camping area. Bring your tent, your lawn chairs and all that goes with it. We will hit the trails starting Friday morning, bring your food. The cafe will be open. Club will provide pizza Saturday evening. Drinks on your own. Make sure to bring cash for your admittance fees for the park, Brandon doesn’t do credit cards.

MWK Go Topless Day
2024-05-18 10:00 - 16:00 | Longview Lake Shelter #2
Join The Midwest Krawlers for National Go Topless Day! This year we will be having a picnic style event held at Longview Lake Shelter #2.
In order to not get to many of one thing, if your last name begins her would be a nice guideline:
A-E bring Chips
F-J bring a type of salad
K-O bring a type of cookies
P-T bring a type of side dish
U-Z bring a fruit dish
We will meet up at the parking lot behind Hy-Vee and Westlake Ace Hardware off of Ward Rd and Third St at 10am. We will cruise out at 10:30am! I will post a photo and details of the route we will be taking so there is no confusion.
After our short cruise to the shelter, we will provide lunch (look for announcements soon of what is being served) and some great games for a grand time! There will be cornhole, sand volleyball, a small baseball diamond, horseshoe and a lot of photo opportunities!
Make sure to bring your lawn chairs, sunscreen and some beverages. This is a family fun event so bring the kiddos and let’s have a great day!!
If you cannot go topless, no worries! Still come out and have fun! No need to cut your rig apart and make it topless to join in on the fun! As long as you apart of the Midwest Krawlers you are invited!

Club Meeting - May 2024
2024-05-08 17:00 - 20:00 | Side Pockets in Blue Springs, 1237 MO-7, Blue Springs, MO, 64014, United States
Come hang out with your wheeling buddies for dinner and a quick meeing. As usual, there will be great raffle prizes!
We’re trying out a new venue this month! Come check out Side Pockets in Blue Springs!
Social hour begins at 5:00 pm, and the meeting will begin promptly at 7:00. See you there!!!

MWK Goes to MOORE in Springfield
2024-04-19 08:00 - 2024-04-20 17:00 | MO
The Moore Expo is the Midwest’s premier event for adventure travel enthusiasts and a club sponsor. This action-packed expo offers educational seminars, industry expert interactions, and an impressive display of gear and accessories.
We will be departing from Belton on Friday April 19th at 8am heading down to Springfield to attend the MOORE Expo. There is camping available at the expo, local hotels or you can make the trip to SMORR. There is a Moore to SMORR Course put on by Midland that in years past has been amazing. All who show interest in this activity will be placed on a group chat and we can make our plans that also include wheeling and the Rally!
Tickets for the MOORE Expo can be purchased at https://sdmgtickets.com/moore-expo-tickets/
Paid club members if you hop over to our MWK Business page, there is a special savings for you!

What the Duck's that Button?
2024-04-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Duck Donuts, 12130 State Line Rd, Leawood, 66209, United States
How about we have a informal meet up for some of our new off roaders who are wanting someone to go over their rigs and show what all the buttons are for, with a in depth explanation of how they all work and when to use them, learn how to disconnect your sway bars, information about airing down and any other questions you may have. We can have some yummy donuts and coffee before we get started. If any veteran off roaders would also like to come and teach your valuable knowledge – please join us!

Club Meeting - April 2024
2024-04-10 17:00 - 20:00 | Paul & Jack’s, 1808 Clay St, North Kansas City, Missouri, 64116
Club meeting at Paul and Jack’s this month! Come for social hour(s), raffle prizes and info!!!
See you at Paul and Jacks!
Social hour starts at 5:00 pm
Meeting starts at 7:00 pm

MWK Learns the Ins & Outs of the Woods
2024-04-06 11:00 - 14:00 | Burr Oak Woods Conservation Area, Blue Springs, MO, 64015, United States
Meet at Minsky’s Pizza (2201 NW State Route 7 Blue Springs, MO 64014) at 11:00 am for lunch with the club, then go to Burr Oak Woods Conservation Area for a one hour class starting at 1:00 pm to learn about what is safe to touch while in nature. There will be live animals to see and a presentation given by a Naturalist at Burr Oak Woods. This event is designed with Junior Krawlers in mind, but ALL paid members are welcome.

MWK to Vandyz Offroad Park
2024-04-06 07:00 - 20:00 | Vandyz Offroad Park, 8615 State Hwy CC, Steedman, MO, 65077
This is the official re-schedule of the January trip that had to be postponed due to trail conditions.
