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This is a trip with an outfitter, Living Adventures. We will be kayaking and camping in the Apostle Island National Lakeshore. Carpool to Bayfield on July 11. Begin paddling early on July 12, spend 5 days and 4 nights kayaking and camping in the Apostle Islands. We will visit sea caves, shipwrecks, lighthouses, and likely …
Come and join us for a weekend of rustic camping, paddling & hiking at Schoolcraft State Park. This state park is located right on the Mississippi River just west of Grand Rapids, MN. We also plan on taking a 1.5 hour tour of the Hill Annex Mine. Estimated cost: $18 + food/fuel. Deposit: $15. Max …
Camping at Less Visited MN State Park SeriesView trip details »
The Minneapolis Riverfront straddles the Mississippi where the river winds through downtown. Combining the eastern side of downtown with portions of the Northeast and Southeast neighborhoods, the Riverfront is one of the most dynamic areas in Minneapolis. This hike includes the Stone Arch Bridge, Nicollet Island, and Boom Island Park. We hike rain or shine. …
Leaving Friday after work and returning Monday. We will be camping out of canoes/kayaks. I will purchase and cook food-will need to know any food alllergies asap. The Flambeau River is located about 4 1/2 hours NE of the cities in Wisconsin. Estimated cost: Campsite and shared food. Deposit: None. Max trip size: 4-6. Cynthia …
Paddling and Camping on the Flambeau RiverView trip details »
Sail the beautiful and scenic Apostles Fourth of July Weekend. Beautiful 40′ sloop. Relaxed trips. Learn to sail. Leave Thursday afternoon, board early evening. Wind determines where we go, but usually includes short hikes, swims (for the brave-hearted). Music provided by sails, waves, and boat. Prefer no drinking unless a glass of wine or beer …
Join us for a hike at Fort Snelling State Park on Pike Island, where the Mississippi and Minnesota rivers converge. Generally the trails are excellent, but due to flood conditions this spring we may encounter some mud – come prepared. We will leave at 7:00 p.m. from the Visitor Center at the end of the …
We will explore the back channels of Medicine Lake which are very pretty with many birds and other wildlife. Put in at the small beach on the right just past the boat trailer parking. There are kayak and canoe racks and a small building with a sign for the shuttle stop at the beach. If …
Road bikers, please join me Sunday morning for a 27 or 33 mile classic hill ride in St. Paul and Mendota. This is the Twin Cities Bike Club ride ‘Gears, Tears, and Fears’ featuring 8 or 9 of the biggest hills in the area. This is a great training ride, and fun, too. We won’t …
We will put in at 2:00 p.m. and ride as a group with supervision 2.5 hours to the takeout point. You need not be an expert rafter. Beginners are welcome. For a complete description, check the Minnesota Whitewater website. We will need to be at the put in location at 1:00 p.m. It is approximately …
The Summer Dance Series will highlight a different dance style every Thursday night for the next seven weeks at Landmark Plaza Park, on 5th and St. Peter. They will kick off the summer with a social swing dance. Dance instruction with Arthur Murray Dance Studio will begin at 6:00 p.m. with live music by the …
A 127-acre City of Fridley park with mostly unpaved trails thru prairie, woods, and wetlands with a floating boardwalk. Meet in parking lot at 7:00 p.m., we will hike until 8:30 p.m. No pets allowed, rain or shine, bring rain gear and bug stuff. Membership not required so bring a friend. Optional socializing afterwards at …
Day sail Pepin, eat later at a restuarant in Red Wing. Lunch on the lake, at anchor usually. E-mail, will fill quickly. Estimated cost: $49/person. Deposit: $4$/person. Max trip size: 6. Geoff S.Trip report
Looking for a mix of all paddling experience levels for five days, four nights. Putting in at entry point #47 Lizz Lake off of the Gunflint trail, through Poplar Lake. Possible loop routes. Moose viewing has been good around the Horseshoe Lake area for me in past years. Lots of daylight to enjoy this beautiful …
This is a trip to the BWCA and enjoy the wilderness with limited exertion, a get-away trip to decompress – to enjoy the scenery and relax. Leave Twin Cities late afternoon on Thursday, camp out at Temperence River State Park, enter Lake Kawishiwi (entry point 37) on Friday; come out on Monday and head home. …
Join us on one of the longest days of the year to hike the prairies and forests of Hyland Lake Park Reserve! Meet in front of the Visitors Center (tan stone building). We will start promptly at 7:00 p.m. and hike until approximately 8:30 p.m. We hike rain or shine; bring rain gear, if necessary, …
Hiking at Hyland Lake Park Reserve in BloomingtonView trip details »
Join us on a week-long adventure, paddling and camping down the Mississippi River starting at Lake Itasca. We will camp Sunday night at Itasca SP and then paddle and camp along the Mississippi until we get just past the Northernmost point. We will camp the last night at Lake Bemidji State Park. This is not …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is hosting a day of Outdoor Family Fun from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. as part of National Get Outdoors Day. The DNR has asked the Rovers to help kids practice casting, bait hooks, take fish off, and assist with the educational fishing games. Fort Snelling is the place …
Outdoor Family Fun Day at Fort Snelling State ParkView trip details »
Please join us for camping, hiking, paddling, mountain biking, swimming, and fishing at McCarthy Beach State Park, located well off-the-beaten-path about 200 miles from the Twin Cities. There are 18 miles of hiking trails and easy access to both Side and Sturgeon Lake right from the campground. This park features a great beach, several lakes, …