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Category: Hiking, Bicycling, Camping, Paddling, Other Summer Activities
Join us at beautiful Lake Carlos State Park, near Alexandria. We will be at the Lakeview group camp, which is right next to the lake with a shelter, flush toilets and a potable water spigot. “Sculpted by ancient glaciers, Lake Carlos State Park contains a tamarack bog, marshes, woodland ponds, and lakes. A variety of …
Hiking, bicycling, camping, paddling, swimming… — Lake Carlos State Park, MNView trip details »
Category: Bicycling
Biking from Hopkins. It’s getting dark sooner, so I’m starting at 5:45 this time. I’m planning to take the MN river bluffs trail, which is an out and back, and it is partially on crushed gravel, which sounds much worse than it is. Plan for around 16ish miles. meet at the Minnetonka Regional Trail Terminus …
Let’s celebrate the end of summer with a fun day trip up north! We will carpool to Jay Cooke State Park for a morning hike (about 3-4 miles), stop for a picnic lunch, and then go whitewater rafting on the St Louis River. On the way home, we’ll stop for dinner at the Lazy Bear …
Hiking & White Water Rafting — Jay Cooke State Park and St Louis River, MNView trip details »
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Let’s visit Big Bay State Park on Madeline Island in Wisconsin, from Sunday, Sept. 1 until Friday Sept. 6, 2024. On the eastern side of Madeline Island, the largest of the Apostle Islands archipelago, Big Bay State Park features picturesque sandstone bluffs along 4 miles of Lake Superior shoreline. The park also has a 1-mile …
Hiking, Biking, Paddling, Exploring — Big Bay State Park (Madeline Island), WIView trip details »
Category: Bicycling
You are invited on a 30-mile bike loop through some nice woods and along the Minnesota River on both sides. We will meet at the Bloomington Ferry Unit of the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge parking lot (44°47’59.0″N 93°23’13.3″W) which is LOCATED HERE . Please be ready to ride at 9:20. (the timing is so we …
30 Mile Bike Ride — Bloomington Ferry Unit Trailhead , MNView trip details »
CanceledCategory: Camping, Paddling
This approximately 58 mile paddle from Phoenix Park in Eau Claire, WI to Reads Landing at the Mississippi River confluence follows the Chippewa River and offers quiet, wide rivers, bluffs, wetlands, and plenty of sandy beaches. Perfect for a 3 day-2 night trip. Start at Phoenix park in Eau Claire. There are plenty of sand …
canoe/kayak camping — Chippewa River – Eau Claire to Mississippi River, WIView trip details »
Category: Hiking, Backpacking, Camping, Paddling, Climbing
I will be starting my southbound hike on the Appalachian Trail next year in the beginning of September. I thought it would be a good idea to make the start of it a Rover’s trip. We will be flying into Bangor, rent a car, and drive to the Katahdin stream campground. Depending on how many …
Hiking/Camping — Baxter State Park, Millinocket, MEView trip details »
Join us at 6:00 pm on Thursday, August 29th to bike an 18-mile loop. All bikes and fitness levels are welcome. Saint Paul Brewing is in the old Hamm’s Brewery overlooking Swede Hollow at 688 Minnehaha Ave. East, St Paul, MN 55106. Meet in the East parking lot behind the distillery! Text if you’re coming …
Thursday Bike Ride — Saint Paul Brewing, MNView trip details »
Category: Bicycling
Biking from Utepils this week. Meet at the parking lot at the corner of Glenwood and Thomas. Last time parking was horrendous, but there were plenty of spots on Glenwood, both before and after Thomas. I’m looking to try a different route this time. We’ll call it an adventure. About 16 miles, casual speed. Sent …
Category: Hiking
Please join me for a walk around Lake Como right after the Tuesday night Rovers meeting. All paces are welcome. It’s about 1.6 miles around. You can let me know ahead or just let me know at the meeting. We will meet at the parking lot near the Lake Como Pavillion after the meeting. I …
Walk Lake Como after Rovers meeting — Lake Como, St Paul;, MNView trip details »
Category: Bicycling
Join us Monday, August 26th at the Longfellow Grill, 2990 West River Parkway, Minneapolis at 6:00 pm for a Monday evening bike ride. This planned ride will be approximately 20 miles over two hours (10-12 mph). The planned route has yet to be determined but will be on bike trails. The parking at the Longfellow …
Biking — Longfellow Grill, Minneapolis, MNView trip details »
Category: Hiking
Join us for a hike on grass/wood chip trails around the woods and wetlands on the Main and Marie properties. Plan for the possibility of mosquitoes and ticks. Unfortunately, dogs (except service dogs) are not allowed on these trails. The walk will take about 1.5-2 hours. I will cancel if there are storms. Meet me …
Hiking — Dodge Nature Center – Marie/Main property, MNView trip details »
Category: Bicycling
Join us at 6:00 pm on Thursday, August 22nd to bike a 13-mile loop. All bikes and fitness levels are welcome. Saint Paul Brewing is in the old Hamm’s Brewery overlooking Swede Hollow at 688 Minnehaha Ave. East, St Paul, MN 55106. Meet in the East parking lot behind the distillery! We intend to bike …
Thursday Bike Ride — Saint Paul Brewing, MNView trip details »
Category: Bicycling
Weirdly, the weather looks good on Wednesday for a change. We’re going from Hopkins this week. Meet at the Minnetonka Regional Trail Terminus (44.92605,-93.41082) at 6pm. Text if you’re running late.
Category: Bicycling
Pam is otherwise occupied this week, so I’m in charge. Meet at the Longfellow grill (2990 W River Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN 55406) at 6. I don’t have a route picked yet, but it will be somewhere in the 15-20 mile range. Please text if you’re running late.
Category: Hiking, Bicycling, Camping, Paddling, Climbing
Mark your calendars for the Minnesota Rovers’ 70th Anniversary Celebration! Date/Time: Saturday, August 17th (with camping available from Friday, August 16 – Sunday, August 18) Location: Hyland Lake Park Reserve, 10145 Bush Lake Rd, Bloomington, MN 55438 Picnic: Sunnyside Picnic Area Camping: Hyland Park’s Sumac Knoll Group Site https://www.threeriversparks.org/location/hyland-lake-park-reserve Celebration/Picnic Details Activities will be planned …
70th Anniversary Celebration Weekend — Hyland Lake Park Reserve, Bloomington, MNView trip details »
Category: Other Summer Activities
Sailing on Bde Maka Ska August 17, 2024, from 1-3 pm at Minneapolis Sailing Center, 3010 E Bde Maka Ska Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN 55408 No experience or swimming skills are required because these sailboats have lead keels and are basically untippable! This activity is great for people of all ages and abilities. Learn to sail or …
Category: Other Summer Activities
Are you coming to the 70th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday for the potluck and evening entertainment? Come a little early and participate in a fun activity testing your knowledge and thoughts about Leave No Trace, a Conservation philosophy. We will talk about situations in the outdoors and what might be the best way to minimize …
Leave No Trace Activity — Hyland Park Reserve Bloomington, MNView trip details »