This hill is about a mile from our house. I assume by its location that the top of the hill is the top of the dune that leads directly down to Lake Michigan. I wouldn't know, I haven't been to the top, but if it doesn't, its close.
We drive by it regularly and the gate to it is locked, but there's a sign above it that mentions a motorcycle club. There are a few acres of empty land.
We've wondered about this area for months. Some friends of ours finally explained the situation. It seems there are hill climb competitions all over the USA. There are two hills - this one- and one in Ohio, that are used for the championship hill climb. They alternate every other year, so riders only get to ride up this hill in one competition every two years IF they make it to the championships. Its a race from the gate at the bottom on your dirt bike to the people standing at the top. Not everyone makes it.
Brandon's buddy and family were attending. We had thought about going with them for the experience, but we had company and were enjoying them. We decided to drop Brandon off, and oh did he have fun. They sat close enough to the starting gate that when the dirt bikes took off, they got sprayed. Our friends were talking about how it was nice that it was dry, there have been years where you sit there and get caked in mud. Nice.
Brandon had a great time. Thanks for giving him the experience. Maybe in two years we'll all join you!
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