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Category: Hiking
This will be an approximately 6 mile/2 hour hike around Hyland Lake Park Reserve during the 70th Anniversary Celebration Weekend. We will keep to the unpaved trails as much as possible. We will meet at the Sunnyside Picnic Area shelter. Only thunderstorms would cause a cancellation. Dogs with well-behaved owners welcome. Non-Rover members need to sign …
Moderate Length Hike — Hyland Lake Park Reserve, Bloomington, MNView trip details »
Category: Bicycling
10 AM bike ride coinciding with the Rovers 70th Anniversary celebration. Two loops are planned: a 10 mile loop and 19 mile loop. Bicycle EITHER or BOTH routes consecutively. Both routes will be leaving from Sunnyside Picnic Area. There is ample parking in multiple lots near the Visitor Center/Sunnyside Picnic Area. Bring water, sunscreen, snacks/lunch …
Biking at 70th Anniversary Event — 2 loops- Hyland Park, Bloomington. , MNView trip details »
Category: Other Summer Activities
Assuming that each night is clear, I will set up a telescope on Friday and Saturday night, during the Rovers 70th Anniversary Weekend at Hyland Park in Bloomington. We can view the Moon, as well as some clusters, bright nebulae and the Andromeda Galaxy. Later, around 11pm Saturn will also rise above the trees and …
Astronomical Viewing at 70th Anniversary Weekend — Hyland Park Bloomington, MNView trip details »
Category: Paddling
This will be associated with the Rovers 70th anniversary, but you need not attend that to come. The moon will be waxing, a few days from full. Moonrise is at 6:52, but sunset is not until 8:12. Meet at the Bush Lake boat launch at 7 and we will have an enjoyable paddle under the …
Category: Bicycling
The annual BAM (Bicycling Around Minnesota) is in the Iron Range area this summer from August 15-18 and is an organized, supported, 4-day bike tour. We are making it into a Rover trip so Rovers that are going can connect if they wish and perhaps encourage others to sign up also. Registration and all of …
Bicycling Tour — Minnesota’s scenic Iron Range, MNView trip details »
Category: Bicycling
Join us at 6:00 pm on Thursday, August 15th to bike a 20-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
As of now it looks like rain, but I’m hoping that will change. Biking from Utepils Brewing. Meet at the parking lot at the corner of Thomas and Glenwood at 6. I’m expecting to do the ride out the Luce line trail to Medicine Lake and back, so about 15ish miles. Please text if …
Category: Bicycling
Join us Monday, August 12th 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 …
Cycling — Longfellow Grill, Minneapolis, MNView trip details »
Category: Hiking
We want to particularly encourage new or potential Rovers who haven’t been on a Rover trip yet to join us for a hike. This is the easiest way to get involved with Rovers. Veteran Rovers also welcome. Two-hour hike down Nine Mile Creek to Minnesota River and back. This will depend on the state of …
New Member Hike — Nine Mile Creek, Bloomington, MNView trip details »
Trip FullCategory: Camping, Paddling
This is a kayak camping trip to Lake Namakan in Voyageurs National Park. We will launch on the morning of August 11 from the Ash River Canoe and kayak launch. From there we will paddle to Junction Bay on Lake Namakan. We have that campsite for 1 night. August 12 we will break camp and …
Kayak Camping — Voyageurs National Pk, MNView trip details »
Trip Full Wait List OpenCategory: Backpacking
Pre-Trip Planning Meeting: July 27, 7:00 PM This trip is open to 2024 participants in the Rovers’ Beginner Backpacking Program. After completing the six Education classes and a Beginner Backpacking day hike, come practice backpacking with an overnight trip at a State Park! We will hike 4-5 miles to a campsite, set up camp, and …
Category: Backpacking
Pre-Trip Planning Meeting: July 25, 5 PM, via Zoom This trip is open to 2024 participants in the Rovers’ Beginner Backpacking Program who have (or will have) completed a one-night practice trip. This two-night experience on the hiking trail is designed to practice skills and build confidence in trip planning, packing and carrying a full …
Beginner Backpacking Program: Two-Night Practice Trip — Superior Hiking Trail, MNView trip details »
Category: Bicycling
Join us at 6:00 pm on Thursday, August 8th to bike a 15-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
Biking from Hopkins this week. Meet at 6pm at the Minnetonka Regional Trail Terminus (44.92605,-93.41082). Plan on 15-18 miles. Please text if you’re running late.
Join us Monday, August 5th at the Longfellow Grill, 2990 West River Parkway, Minneapolis at 6:00 pm for a Monday evening bike ride. This planned ride will be 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 Grill …
Biking — Longfellow Grill, Minneapolis, MNView trip details »
Category: Bicycling
Please join us for a 60-mile bike ride that goes by many lakes and parks all on paved trails! You are welcome to turn back before the end to make it a shorter ride by retracing the route. The route goes from Medicine Lake, along the Medicine Lake Regional Trail, to Elm Creek Park Reserve, …
Long Bike Ride — Medicine Lake, Plymouth, MNView trip details »
Category: Backpacking
Pre-Trip Planning Meeting: July 29, 7:00 PM This trip is open to 2024 participants in the Rovers’ Beginner Backpacking Program. After completing the six Education classes and a Beginner Backpacking day hike, come practice backpacking with an overnight trip at a State Park! We will hike 4-5 miles to a campsite, set up camp, and …
Category: Hiking
Are you interested in the Border Route Trail? Join us in front of the Longfellow Grill with a plan of hiking 4 miles at a moderate pace. We would like to share information about the Border Route Trail (BRT) from those that have either hiked the trail or worked on trail maintenance teams. Bring your …
Informational Hike — Longfellow Grill, Mpls, MNView trip details »