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Get ready for spring and outdoor climbing with a night of climbing at Vertical Endeavors at 7:00 p.m. If you are new to climbing, we will have experienced climbers to get you started and belay you. Wednesdays are half price admission for Rovers members ($6.50). If you need to use Rovers gear (harness and shoes) …
Join us for TC Swing’s 1st Sat Swing Dance / Ballroom & Swing Anniversary Special Mixer at Social Dance Studio. Beginning swing lesson at 7:30 p.m. Cha cha lesson at 8:00 p.m. Live music from the Vic Volare Quintet 8:30 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. All ages welcome. Social Dance Studio is located at 3742 23rd …
We’ll leave at 6:00 p.m. sharp from my house for the 5 ¾ mile hike around Lake Harriet and back. If you’re late, we’ll be hiking counterclockwise around the lake and you could catch us by the rose gardens at Roseway Rd & East Lake Harriet Blvd on the NE corner of the lake. Feel …
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 9:00 a.m. to set up and prepare the meal. We will be done about 12:45 p.m. Estimated cost: $15 to cover cost of food. Max trip size: 15. Suzanne M.
Winter is almost over, Spring is near – let’s get together to either mourn or celebrate! Arrive anytime after 7:30 p.m. Bring your beverage of choice and either an appetizer or dessert. (let me know what you are bringing). Contact Karen to RSVP and get directions. Karen G. Trip report
Hey, birders (and those people just interested in a good story)! Ghost Bird is a feature length documentary about an extinct giant woodpecker, a small town in Arkansas hoping to reverse it misfortunes, and the tireless odyssey of the bird-watchers and scientists searching for the “Holy Grail” of birds, the elusive ivory-billed woodpecker. A panel …
Enjoy one of the last days of winter on the slopes at Afton Alps (snow dependent). Tailgate BBQ for lunch. Bring a lawn chair, something to grill, something to drink, and something to share. I will provide the grill and charcoal and a coleman stove. Meet at the parking lot in front of the Meadows …
16-hour class, starts at 8:00 a.m. Hands-on and practical sessions will be held outdoors regardless of weather. Location: Sand Dunes State Forest, Sherburne Co. Snowmobile Club Trail Shed, Zimmerman, mn. Sign up info at www.trailpatrol.org Send them your payment of $100. Rebates of $40 available upon request to me if you were a Rover last …
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Kiting is very wind and weather dependant. Exactly where we will be will depend upon where the wind is coming from. Might be moved to Thursday evening if the wind forecast is not good for Wednesday. Please email or call if you plan to come. Beginners welcome! Estimated cost: $0. …
Snow Kiting on Mille Lacs Lake. Fleet 8 organizes a large yearly kite event / race across Mille Lacs and back. Come out and give kiting a try! Leave early Sat morning. We’ll stay at a local motel on Saturday night. Come back Sunday evening. Cost of registeration for race not included in estimated trip …
Meet in the Chalet around 6:45 p.m. and we’ll head out to the hill at 7:00 p.m. The cost is $12 for 2 hours of snow tubing. If you can’t make it by 7:00 p.m., just look for us on the hill at the top of the lift. Bring your friends! Estimated cost: $12. Jane …
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Kiting is very wind and weather dependant. Exactly where we will be will depend upon where the wind is coming from. Might be moved to Thursday evening if the wind forecast is not good for Wednesday. Please email or call if you plan to come. Beginners welcome! Estimated cost: $0. …
Like to paddle, rock-climb, backpack, camp, bike, or hike? What about skiing, snowshoeing, snowboarding, and winter camping? Looking for some “adventure buddies”? The Minnesota Rovers organizes low-cost (and free!) opportunities to enjoy the outdoors all year round. Come see a sampling of Minnesota Rovers fun throughout the year and learn what they can offer you! …
This trip will fill – sign up soon! DEADLINE – MUST sign up and pay deposit by December 1. Drive up Friday afternoon or evening (approx. 6 hour drive – it’s okay to arrive as late as midnight – we will arrange for someone to meet you to hike 1/2 mile across West Bearskin lake …
Winter Sampler Weekend – YMCA Camp MenogynView trip details »
Visit Minnesota’s national park in winter!! Days will be lengthening and temps will warm a bit as we set off towards Canada from the Ash River Visitor center. Trip will leave Thurs and we’ll spend 3 days and cover 15 miles or so. Current Itinerary (subject to change once the group is formed): Thursday – …
Voyageurs NP Winter Trek – Cruiser Lake TrailView trip details »
Join us for winter camping at a state park north of the cities. Location depends on condition of ski trails. This trip is especially suitable for beginners as we will camp in the car campground. Call Basil for more details and for help with equipment and clothing choices. Max trip size: open. Basil L.
Ski or snowshoe on the most fun candlelight tour of all, Book Across the Bay, with 1,000 luminaries and bonfires along the 10-kilometer course on Chequamegon Bay between Ashland and Washburn, Wis. We’re staying a short walk from the finish at an old church/retreat center in Washburn. We’ll also visit the ice caves near Cornucopia …
A four-day jaunt, snowshoeing the BWCA in winter. Camp in canvas tent with wood stove for warm nights. Sleds for pulling gear (provided). Good food and cheer for 4 people. Make one camp, take day trips from there. Experience not required. Moderate difficulty. Trip leader has assorted gear to help outfit people. Route TBD. Estimated …