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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
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 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 …
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 »
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: Bicycling
Join us at 6:00 pm on Thursday, August 1st to bike a 24-mile loop. 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 every Thursday night through August, alternating between …
Thursday Bike Ride — Saint Paul Brewing, MNView trip details »
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 »
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.
Category: Bicycling
Join us Monday, July 29th 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 …
Monday Evening Bike Ride — Longfellow Grill, Mpls, MNView trip details »
Category: Bicycling
Come join me for a 22.5 mile bike ride on the Sakatah Singing Hills Trail. Meet at Shager Park 3 miles east of Faribault on Hwy 60 at 10:00 a.m. Pull into the park and turn to the right and we will park there next to the Lake. All bikes and fitness levels are welcome. …
Biking — Sakatah Bike Trail, Faribault, MNView trip details »
Category: Paddling, Other Summer Activities
Forecast is for hot weather with a light breeze. Let’s make the best of it by spending a day at one of the best and largest natural beaches within driving distance of the metro area! Long Point (called Sand Point on state park maps) is a sand bar on Lake Pepin accessible via a 0.7 …