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Let’s stay active during the darkest and most intensive carb-loading time of the year! For three consecutive Sundays (Dec 19, Dec 26, Jan 2) we’ll X/C ski or snowshoe wherever snow conditions are best, either in the Twin Cities or within 1+ hours of town. If there is no snow to chase, we’ll hike. Plan …
Join us for caroling at a Minneapolis nursing home, a hike around Lake Calhoun, a pot luck dinner, and perhaps more music into the evening. Meet at my house at 1:30 p.m. to carpool to nursing home. Max group size of 20. Please RSVP. Max trip size: 20. Melissa H.
Join us for a beginner winter camping trip to a state or county park north of the cities. We will be camping in the regular car camp ground or a group camp site so you will be able to bring extra clothing and camping gear along. The purpose is to have as much as you …
Join us for the first Saturday Swing Dance at the Social Dance Studio. There will be a lesson from 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. and dance from 8:30 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. Live holiday music by the Jaztronauts. Note: this will NOT be at Tapestry but the Social Dance Studio which is located at 3742 …
All are welcome, birthdays are just an excuse to get together. Meet at Karen’s house anytime after 7:30 p.m. Bring your beverage of choice and either an appetizer or dessert. (let me know what you are bringing so we don’t have too many desserts). Contact Karen to RSVP, get directions, and to let her know …
Sixth Annual October/November/December Birthdays CelebrationView trip details »
Cook and serve a noon meal to people in need at Wesley United Methodist Church in downtown Mpls, at 101 E. Grant St. Arrive at 9:00a.m. to set up and prepare the meal. We will be done about 12:45p.m. and will then either go for a hike or to a movie depending on people’s interest, …
Join Rovers to watch the Saturday presentation of the “Best of” from the The Banff Mountain Film Festival shown as part of the Midwest Moutaineering Outdoor Adventure Expo. The films feature a range of styles and themes, including climbing, skiing, kayaking, biking, adventure, culture and the environment. Purchase your ticket before the evening and meet …
Want to check out our club? The Outdoor Adventure Expo’s fifty plus exhibitors can help you find your true passion for the outdoors. Check the Special Events page for more information. We need volunteers to help staff our booth. Please contact Shelly G. to sign up for a 2-hour time slot – all you have …
Midwest Mountaineering Outdoor Adventure ExpoView trip details »
Get your 10,000 steps (and then some) in for the day! Join me on a 6.2 mile hike around Lake Katrina at Baker Park Reserve. (It will probably take two hours or so.) You’ll be pleasantly surprised at the beauty of Baker Park – marsh, fields, forest (basswoods, oaks, cottonwoods, elms, maples). Bathrooms available along …
Come and join us for this annual event. The 5.3 mile hike will start at 4:00 p.m. and the potluck dinner will start after the hike at 6:00 p.m. Come for both the hike and dinner or just the hike or just the dinner. Bring a food item to share with others and a beverage …
Join us to get ready for ski season for pole hiking/Nordic walking at Elm Creek Park Reserve. Meet at the chalet at 7:30 p.m. Please e-mail if you plan on coming so we know to look for you! More details … Jodi& Scott S.
Hike Lighted Trails at Elm Creek Park ReserveView trip details »
Hike the hills of the south end of Theodore Wirth Park including Birch Pond and the Quaking Bog. Meet at the Wirth Lake Beach House, 3200 Glenwood Ave N, Minneapolis at 2:00 p.m. Bring water and rain gear. Facilities limited to an outhouse at the parking lot. Dogs on leashes are welcome. Audrey S.
Come see a sampling of Rovers fun throughout the year as we host an “Intro Show – Lite” at Midwest Mountaineering. This is an opportunity for non-members to find out more about Rovers, or for members to see the slide show from September’s Intro Show and to tell prospective members what you love about our …
Join us to get ready for ski season for a weekly hike at French Regional Park. Meet in front of the Visitor Center at 7:30 p.m. Please e-mail if you plan on coming so we know to look for you! More details … Jodi& Scott S.
Hike Lighted Trails at French Regional ParkView trip details »
Come celebrate Halloween on Saturday, October30, from 6:00 p.m. until whenever. Costumes encouraged but not required. Bring a dish to share and your favorite beverage. To RSVP and get directions, call Laura. Estimated cost: $0. Laura A.
Celebrate the seasonal transition by joining us for a late afternoon day hike. Afterward, we’ll gather for a hike-in bonfire and potluck. Bring acoustic instruments, charms to cast into the fire, and a little repast for feasting. Costumes and/or masks are practically a must. Location revealed to initiates. Rover membership not required. Estimated cost: 0. …
Day Hike, Potluck, and Ritual Samhain BonfireView trip details »
Autumn is here, and it is an opportunity for us appreciate Hyland Lake’s beautiful forests and prairie in yet another season! We’ll leave from the Visitor’s Center at 2:30 p.m. for a hike of 1.5 to 2 hours. Note that we may hike on trails that dogs are not allowed on. Bring your rain gear …
This popular trip returns after a one year hiatus. Experience the distinct call of a sandhill crane — once heard it will not be forgotten. Join us for a day trip to Crex Meadows, one of the premier wildlife viewing places in Wisconsin, located about 75 miles north of the Twin Cities. As always, Rover …
Sandhill Crane Viewing — Crex Meadows, Grantsburg, WisconsinView trip details »