The goal of this event is to encourage ALL Rovers, young and seasoned, new and not so new, to join each other for the program and socializing at the bar. Although we meet and socialize EVERY TUESDAY – this is an evening where you can count on more people going to the meeting and/or bar …
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Paddling and Folk Music Festival
Join me for a day of paddling followed by the first Yellow River Folk Music Festival at Fort Folle Avoine in Danbury, WI. For more info visit www.theforts.org. We will put in at Jeffries Landing on Big Yellow Lake and paddle around the Lake through the channel to Little Yellow Lake. After a stop for …
Paddle, Bike, Walk, and Socialize in South Minneapolis!
Join fellow Rovers in a “Your Choice” July 4th! See below for all of the available fun options. Chris and I are coordinating a paddle down Minnehaha Creek. Meet at Gray’s Bay in Minnetonka at the canoe/kayak parking lot at 7:30 a.m. to float down Minnehaha Creek. Bring your own water craft. We will be …
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Hiking at Hyland Lake Park Reserve in Bloomington
Meet at the Visitors Center at Hyland Lake Park Reserve. The hike will start at 7:00 p.m. We will hike for approximately 90 minutes and 4 miles. (The park web site has a link for getting directions.) For those who are interested and want to continue the evening, the Bloomington Fete at the nearby Normandale …
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Sail Pepin
Sail Pepin for the day on a 35′ sloop. Arrive about 8 out about 9, in about 4. Stop at Liberty Cafe on the way back. No exp. neccessary. Estimated cost: $61. Deposit: $61. Max trip size: 6. Geoff S.
Warrior Dash Mudrun
Join fellow MN Rovers in a mudrun involving obstacles such as hurdles, trenches, walls, valleys, etc. I assume this run is no more than 5k or 3.1 miles though it doesn’t actually say. This race is held at Afton Alps in Hastings, MN. You must register through the Warrior Dash website. Estimated cost: $60 if …
Basic Wilderness First Aid Course
In an effort to encourage our members to obtain Basic Wilderness First Aid certification, the Border Route Trail Association and the MN Rovers Outdoors Club have located a woman who is willing to teach the class for a very reasonable sum. This will be a 16 hour course held from 9:00AM to between 5 and …
Family-Friendly Camping at Carver Park Reserve
Stay one night or two. This is a great opportunity for those with kids to bring them out and introduce them to camping. If you don’t have children borrow a niece, nephew, or a friend’s kid/s! Cage items are available if needed. Carver Park Reserve is a beautiful park on the far side of Lake …
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Hiking at Lone Lake Park and Bryant Lake Regional Park
Meet at 7:00 p.m. at the Lone Lake Park Lower PLAY AREA parking lot in Minnetonka. Located on Shady Oak Rd., Minnetonka, North of Crosstown 62. The hike will leave the lower parking lot at Lone Lake Park at 7:00, hike the park’s 1.5 loop trail through a wooded area and prairie grass section. We …
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Whitewater State Park Camping along with the 1st Annual Parsnip Pull
Spend a weekend at one of Minnesota’s best parks. Also participate in the 1st Annual Parsnip Pull. The event will pull wild parsnip from campsites and trails in the park. Wild parsnip is a noxious weed that can cause severe blisters, discolored skin and sensitivity to light. It is common all over Whitewater. The 1st …
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Rock Climbing on the North Shore
Join us for climbing along the North Shore in Minnesota. We will spend at least one day climbing at Palisades Head over Lake Superior. Based on interest, we may also climb at a different climbing area, including Shovel Point, Carlton Peak, or Mystical Mountain Zone. We’ll camp Finland campground about 3 miles west of Hwy …
Hiking at Reservoir Woods in Roseville
We’ll begin hiking at 7:00p.m. rain or shine at Reservoir Woods in Roseville. Bring your mosquito repellent because they’re out in full force! Park in the lot on Larpenteur Avenue about 2 blocks east of Dale Street. The lot is on the North side of Larpenteur and is next to the off leash dog park. …
Hike and Romeo and Juliet at Lake Harriet
Take a hike – and then see “Romeo and Juliet“! Meet at 12:35 p.m. at the corner of East Lake Harriet Boulevard and Roseway Road (near the Lake Harriet Rose Gardens). I’ll wear my Rovers cap. 2.8 mile hike will leave at 12:45. We’ll return at 1:45 in time to find a spot for “Romeo …
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Hike and Opera Under the Stars
The Minnesota Opera is performing “La Boheme” outdoors at the Lake Harriet Bandshell at 7:30! Hike around Lake Harriet and then settle down with a blanket and your picnic dinner for a cultural evening. If you want to hike, meet at 5:50 near the entrance to the “Bread and Pickle” (formerly, the Refectory?). Look for …
Wreck Diving along the North Shore
Join us for scuba ing two amazing shipwrecks along the shore of Lake Superior. Each participant will have to have their own gear and tanks, either their personal gear or rental. The temperature of the water will likely be in the range of 36-48 degrees F, so bring an appropriate exposure suit. One shipwreck is …
Slow and Go Bike Ride
Every Friday morning from May 3 to early October. Bike ride on trails in and around the Twin Cities. Speed: About 10 mph. Distances: 10 to 20 miles. We stop for lunch. Non-members are welcome to check out our club on any day trip. Helmet required. Contact Dennis for more information. Dennis W.
Hiking at Lake Elmo Park Reserve
Moderate pace around Eagle Point Lake. Distance will be 3.8 miles. Meet at 7:00 p.m. at the first parking lot on the left after park entrance. Washington County park sticker required or $5 daily entrance fee. Address is 1515 Keats Ave N. Lake Elmo, MN 55042. Park phone number is 651-430-8370. Consider a cold beverages …
Second Tuesday Social
The goal of this event is to encourage ALL Rovers, young and seasoned, new and not so new, to join each other for the program and socializing at the bar. Although we meet and socialize EVERY TUESDAY – this is an evening where you can count on more people going to the meeting and/or bar …