Join the MN Rovers team by registering at www.ruggedmaniac.com and experience the fun and challenge of a muddy obstacle course at the Wild Mountain Ski Area. We’ll be in the 9:00 a.m. wave. Obstacles do include hopping over fire, climbing walls, running through mud, etc. All obstacles are optional, however, except you can’t win if …
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Crystal Cave Sleepunder
Crystal Cave (Spring Valley, WI) is hosting their 2013 sleepunder! There will be caving expeditions all weekend (including commercial tours, wild caving, door-to-door trips, digging), dinner in town (at your own cost), and a bonfire. Camping is free and you can camp above ground or below. You must bring your own caving gear. New cavers …
Paddle the Nakegon River
I will be having some elective surgery that will keep me out of the boats for 6 weeks or more. I would like to propose a paddle/camp on the Namakagon River in Wisconsin for the first or second weekend in June. I will do two breakfasts and one dinner for all.You bring snack lunches. I’m …
Backpacking on the Superior Hiking Trail
Spring is a great time to be on the SHT with the forest coming to life again after a long winter and I’m looking forward to having a few fellow Rovers join me on this backpacking trip. The route will probably be around the Lutsen/Lake Agnes area. (18-20 miles) We will leave Thursday by late …
Hiking at Wirth Park
Dog-friendly hike. Come to beautiful Wirth Park, just west of downtown Minneapolis, where there’s an extensive trail system. We’ll hike trails around Wirth Lake and through the nearby woods in the southern half of the park. Meet at 7:00 p.m. in the Wirth Beach parking lot (located on Glenwood Av, just east of the intersection …
Weekend Canoeing on the Crow River
Overnight canoe trip on the Crow River in Hennipen County. Leaving on Saturday at 7:00 a.m. and returning Sunday at 4:00 p.m. We will paddle about 20 miles over the weekend and camp at a DNR campsite on the river. You will supply your own food. I have an extra canoe if you need it. …
Beginner Rock Climbing at Interstate Park
Beginner’s rock climbing day trip to Interstate St. Park on the Minnesota side. This trip is open to all climbers, but is limited to 6 beginners (unless we get some help from other experienced climbers). Rovers will provide gear including helmets, harnesses, and shoes to beginners. Please contact Sarah (prefer e-mail) before the trip so …
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Mountain Biking — CAMBA Festival of the Trails
Weekend of mountain biking for all levels on single-track trails in the Cable/Hayward area of NW Wisconsin. Fun, food, and prizes too! Over the past few years Chequamegon Area Mountain Bike Association (CAMBA) has added over 70 miles of new single track mountain bike trails to the 300 miles of mapped CAMBA trails in NW …
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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. < id="birding0529">
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. < id="birding0522">
Bicycling & Paddling in Trempealeau County, WI
Camp, Bike, and Paddle in the Driftless Area of southwest Wisconsin (near Winona), where 382 miles of paved rolling backroads yearn to be ridden. Camp at Pietrek County Park on the Trempealeau River. Arcadia Boiler Dairy Days is a small town festival, 5 miles from our campground, which will provide optional entertainment opportunities throughout the …
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Root River Trail Biking/Camping
Camp at Isinours State Recreation area. Right on the trail 1/2 mile from the Old Barn Resort. Several camp sites including walk in sites. Opportunities for multiple bike rides. Hiking, canoeing, tubing, ropes course. Many lodging opportunities for those who don’t want to camp. Estimated cost: $50. Jerry C.
Hiking and/or Biking Ice Age Chippewa Morraine Area in Wisconsin
Arriving on Friday at 6:00 pm at Blue Moose Restaurant (dinner on your own) on west side of Hwy 53 exit for Bloomer WI, approximately 2 hours from Bloomington, MN. After dinner, leave for the cabin near New Auburn WI. For those that would arrive later, detailed instructions can be given to find the lake …
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Hiking at Fort Snelling State Park
Meet in the interpretive center parking lot at 7:00 p.m. We will hike the 3.5-mile Pike Island loop that goes through the woods and follows along the rivers. We should finish around 8:30 p.m. We hike rain or shine, so bring your rain gear. Bring bug repellent and water also if you’d like. Note: You …
Beginner Rock Climbing
Beginner’s rock climbing day trip to Interstate St. Park on the Minnesota side. This trip is open to all climbers, but is limited to 6 beginners (unless I get some help from other tech leaders). Rovers will provide gear including helmets, harnesses, and shoes to beginners. Please contact (prefer e-mail) me before the trip so …
Weekend River Canoeing/Camping
Weekend canoeing/camping on a river within 100 miles of the cities. We will canoe approx. 20 miles over two days on a river with a safe water level, and camp at a DNR campsite along the river. Trip difficulty is modeate to easy. Leaving time is Saturday May 18 at 7:00 a.m. and return time …
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. < id="birding0516">
Mountain Bike Ride/Race in NW Wisconsin
The Cable Area Off Road Classic consists of two courses, an 20-mile and a 25 mile point-to-point mountain bike ride/race in and around the Chequamegon National Forest, Sawyer and Bayfield County Forests including some of the famous nationally recognized CAMBA trails, the Best in the Midwest & the Cable Area of Northern Wisconsin. Leave Friday …