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Weekend canoeing/sea kayaking on the St Croix or Mississippi rivers. Leave Saturday 6:00a.m. and return Sunday afternoon. We will paddle about 20 miles in two days an camp along the river. Estimated cost: Divide transporation costs. Max trip size: open. Sponsoring organization: North Star Sierra Club Basil L.
How about loading up a Sunday morning with a hearty breakfast then burning off the calories with a 7-mile hike at Afton State Park to view fall colors? Meet at 9:00 a.m. at the Sail Away Cafe in Afton for breakfast. Carpool (or not) to Afton State Park at 10:15 a.m. Meet at the visitor …
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 arrive later, detailed instructions can be given to find the lake house.
Hike-Bike-Kayak/Canoe Wisconsin Ice Age Chippewa Morraine AreaView trip details »
Fall Color Cruise on the Cannon River! We will put in at Faribault and take out in Dundas. I
Meet 10:00 a.m. in Plum City at the trout pond across from Mollie’s on Main. We’ll bike about 50 miles to Lake Pepin and back on the Fall Fresh Art Tour weekend. Shortcuts are possible, but hills are unavoidable in this Bluff and Coulee country (with spotty cell reception), just over an hour east of …
Relish autumn in southern Minnesota! We will be at a group site at Minneopa State Park (just outside Mankato). What is there to do? Bike the Red Jacket Trail, Sakatah Trail, or other trails around Mankato (a bronze “Bicycle Friendly Community”). Paddle the Minnesota River. Hike at Minneopa or nearby Flandrau. This will be one …
Bored of MN single pitch climbing? Had enough Pieces of Pie and Pieces of Cake? Come join us in Colorado’s Front Range for some of the best rock and mountain climbing a quick hop from Lindbergh Terminal can get you. Ryan and Sarah are inviting you to come visit them at their home in Lyons, …
This is Rovers’ fall “welcome & check us out trip” for everybody who likes the outdoors and wants to know what Rovers is all about even before becoming a member. It will take place at Whitewater State Park this year. You’ll be able to experience that we accommodate all skill levels from beginners to advanced …
Fall Extravaganza at Whitewater State ParkView trip details »
Join me for a weekend of colorful, cool and bug free (hopefully) days of backpacking on the Superior Hiking Trail. We will be covering the distance from Silver Bay to Co road 6, which is about 18 miles. We will be backpacking for three days going in on Friday and coming out on Sunday, with …
No more biking before the Tuesday meeting, so let’s try Monday Nights at different locations. Meet 6pm Monday at the JCC in St Louis Park at the end of Cedar Lake Road (4330 Cedar Lake Rd S). We’ll bike a 16+ mile loop around the Chain of Lakes, including Cedar, Isles, Calhoun and Harriet. Sunset …
We’ll spend 9 days backpacking the very beautiful and challenging wonderland trail which circumnavigates Mt. Rainier in Washington. This is a 93-mile trail with 22,000 Ft. elevation gain/loss. This is an experienced backpacker trip only. We’ll have 2 food caches which will make the 10 mile average days easier. Estimated cost: $684.50. Deposit: $152.50. Max …
Backpacking the Wonderland Trail, Mt. Rainier National Park, WAView trip details »
Let’s meet at 6:00 p.m. down at the boat launch at Fish Lake Regional Park. Free parking, free admission to the park. We’ll plan to hike for 2+ miles at a moderate pace. Afterwards we can head to Chez Arnaud French Bakery off Bass Lake Road for desserts and espresso. Questions? Call or email before …
Hiking at Fish Lake Regional Park in Maple GroveView trip details »
Drive up Friday night after work, and hike 5-9 miles Saturday and Sunday on the SHT in the Temperance River/Lutsen area. If the group is interested we may plan a shorter hiking day Sunday and do some rock climbing on the way home. Beginners welcome. Estimated cost: $25 (gas and food). Deposit: . Max trip …
Come join us for hiking, biking and paddling in Ontario, WI. We have reserved 2 campsites at Wildcat Mountain State Park, where we can fit two tents per site. Biking on the Sparta/Elroy bike trail. Canoe rentals and shuttle service in the Village of Ontario to paddle the Kickapoo River. Meals will be on your …
Get down and get dirty on a trail maintenance trip. It’s fun, it’s great exercise, it makes you feel good, and the scenics and camaraderie are unbeatable. And hey, as proof, I even met my wife on a trail construction trip! We welcome you to join us at the edge of the BWCAW for the …
Fall is a great time to experience the BWCAW! We will enter at entry point 50 on the east side via the Gunflint Trail. We will canoe / portage 4 lakes on the way to base camp at Long Island Lake. From there we will day trip to area lakes. The portages are easier as …
Find out more about Rovers and/or see what we’ve been up to lately at the Spring Intro Show at 7:00 p.m. at REI in Bloomington. Visit the Special Events page for more information.
Westwood Hills Nature Center in St. Louis Park is hosting a Mushroom Hunt for Giant Puffballs, Hen of the Woods, and Sulfur Shelves. The afternoon will end with a small mushroom sampler plate. Plan to hike on and off trail; dress appropriately with good shoes. The program runs from 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., so …