ADV Ride and Skills camp

Our Fall 2025 ADV Ride and Skills Camp with Great Lakes Adventure Coach is a two day event for all levels of adventure motorcycle riders. This event requires you to have your own adventure or dual-sport bike. Our first day will be devoted towards training and bike setup. The second day will focus on applying what we learned into action out on the trails. This event is designed to empower Veterans to overcome prior service challenges by forging meaningful connections that are fueled by a mutual desire for off-road adventure. 

Ride takes place in northern lower Michigan during the fall.  Based at the Whiskey Creek Campground.

Address: 5080 Sippy Rd Custer, MI 49405

*Rustic campsites provided.

This event is led by Corey Parlin. Corey has raced and ridden most of his life. He is a regional Motocross rider and was a top 20 GNCC and Enduro Racer. Now, he shares his passion by helping others. His teams ramp up process is designed to empower you and outfit you with the tools you need to succeed.  

Expertise Background:

• 1996 Amateur National Champion 200A 
• Multi-time District 14 Champion Offroad 
• 2-time Jack Pine Enduro Grand Champion 
• Honda Mechanic for Hall of Fame rider Scott Summers 
• Top 20 GNCC and NEPG rider •Certified Triumph Instructor 
• Open A MX 
• Former Professional Test Rider 
• Professional Riding Coach teaching the new form and technique which is evolving constantly. 

If you're approved as a participant on our Veteran Tour, the only expense you are responsible for are, logistics to and from the event.  These tours are all-inclusive, meaning your meals, lodging, and training will all be provided. The cost of this event is covered by our generous donors and sponsors who want to enrich your life with this adventure and thank you for your service. 

CLICK ON THE BUTTON BELOW TO APPLY

• Veteran Status (Copy of DD214)
• Road Legal Adventure or Dual-Sport Motorcycle w/ at least 50/50 offroad tires for mixed terrain
• Current Insurance for your Motorcycle
• Valid Motorcycle Endorsement
• Valid AMA Membership
• 2025 Michigan ORV Tags

       Riding Gear 

• Helmet: ADV or Dual-Sport type with goggles or a visor (DOT, ECE or Snell rated).
• Jacket: Abrasion-resistant with armor at elbows, shoulders and back. Ventilation and waterproofing recommended.
• Pants: Reinforced knees and hips with CE-rated armor. Durable textile or leather; consider waterproof overpants.
• Riding Boots: Off-road or ADV boots with ankle, toe and shin protection. Stiff sole for standing on pegs.
• Gloves: Off-road or ADV gloves with knuckle and palm protection. Good grip and flexibility for technical terrain.
• Eye Protection: Goggles is using a dirt-style helmet. Tinted or clear visor options for varying light.
• Armor (optional but recommended): Chest protector, knee braces, neck brace and/or armored pressure suit for more technical terrain.

At Great Lakes Adventure School, we believe that adventure motorcycle riding is more than just a sport—it’s a way of life. Whether you’re a beginner looking to gain confidence on two wheels or an experienced rider ready to tackle more challenging terrain, our expert instructors are here to help you ride with skill, safety, and confidence.

Located in the Great Lakes Region of Michigan, we offer hands-on training designed to equip you with the techniques needed to handle a variety of off-road and adventure riding conditions. Our courses cover everything from basic bike control to advanced terrain navigation, ensuring you’re prepared for whatever the road—or trail—throws your way.

Whiskey Creek Campground is located on 226 beautiful wooded acres and surrounded by 22,000 acres of Manistee National Forest with 100's of miles of trail systems. It's the perfect place to ride!

Guests can arrive to Whiskey Creek Campground after 2pm EST on the afternoon of Friday Oct. 17th. 

Friday:

• 7pm - Orientation Dinner and Campfire

Saturday:

• 8am - Breakfast at the Whiskey Creek Clubhouse
• 9am - Registration Opens 
• 9:30am - Training Starts
• 12:30pm - Lunch at the Whiskey Creek Clubhouse 
• 1:30pm - Back to Training
• 4:30pm - Training is Finished 
• 4:45pm - Ride Around the Whiskey Creek Property, (2 loops). (1) Single Track, (1) Adventure 2 track
• 5:45pm - Ride Finishes
• 6:30pm - Dinner at the Whiskey Creek Campground
• 8pm - Campfire
  

Sunday: 

• 8am - Breakfast at Whiskey Creek Campground
• 9am - Dual sport and ADV Ride around the Custer/Ludington/Baldwin Area. (2) loops - (1) Dual Sport, (1) ADV, (they will merge and be the same at times)
• 12:00pm - (lunch to be determined along the loop)
• 3pm - Ride Finishes at the Whiskey Creek Campground
• Pack up and Head Home

We DO NOT offer counseling or therapy, we are Veterans just like you!  Our mission is to give Veterans a opportunity to experience the adventure of off-road motorcycle riding in a way that has helped our prior service journey, "Throttle Therapy".  We aim to share each one of our stories in hopes to build connections and provide resources to Veterans in need.  Riding motorcycles with friends is all about reducing stress and building fellowship, that is the environment we hope to create.