Adventure awaits in Ishpeming, in the heart of Michigan’s beautiful Upper Peninsula! The Northwoods Navigator Ride is all about exploration, connection, and building confidence on the trail.
Student-athletes and coches will dive into fun, hands-on wayfinding and mapping activities—learning how to navigate trails, read terrain, and explore with purpose.
With onsite camping availalbe on Friday and Saturday, evenings are just as memorable—campfires, laughs with friends, and time to unplug and enjoy the outdoors together.
This experience is included in 2026 registration and is for both North & South Conferences. Student-athletes must ride with a coach from their team and, if camping, have a guardian present overnight.
Camping fees are additional and reservations are required to stay at the basecamp with WI NICA teams but teams and families are also welcome to find other accomodations as needed.
Northwood Navigator Adventure Ride by WI NICA