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Sat - TueApr 25 - May 122020
Beginners WelcomeCanal Boating, Hiking, Sightseeing — Cheshire Ring & Peak District, England
Description:
This is a two-week canal boat trip in the county of Cheshire, in central England, southeast of Manchester. The canal boat will be our moving base of operations, a sort of floating RV with a kitchen, bathrooms, showers and bedrooms. Each day we will cruise down the canal, through the lovely English countryside, for about …
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CampING, HikING, BikING, PaddlING, BirdING, OtherING — Perrot State Park, Trempealeau, WI
Description:
Perrot State Park (https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/parks/name/perrot/) is located on the Mississippi River flyway and next door to the: Trempealeau National Wildlife Refuge (https://www.fws.gov/refuge/trempealeau/) Great River State Trail (user fee) (https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/parks/name/greatriver/) The confluence of the Trempealeau and Mississippi Rivers and Lock & Dam #6 (https://www.mvp.usace.army.mil/Missions/Navigation/Locks-Dams/igphoto/2000752387/) The driftless area of Wisconsin with scenic hills and quiet country roads. This …
Coordinator(s):
Doug H, - heuerd@comcast.net - (952) 297-6114
Fri - SunMay 15 - May 172020
Beginners WelcomeSpring Extravaganza 2020 – ON HOLD — Interstate Park, MN
Description:
EVENT REGISTRATION IS ON HOLD The Minnesota Rovers Board of Directors will decide whether to move forward with a Spring Extravaganza in 2020 and if so, what changes would be necessary. Questions/concerns may be directed to Mike or Sue.
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Canoeing — St Croix River, Interstate State Park, MN
Description:
Join us to welcome the summer paddling season with a day cruise on the St Croix River, located an easy hour east of the Twin Cities, and designated a Wild and Scenic River. That means that we won’t have to compete with motorized boats, that the water will be clean, and that we may even …
Coordinator(s):
Kristina F. - krisfelbeck@gmail.com - (612) 227-5726
Cathy P. - cathy@permepeterson.com - (612) 251-7292
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Astronomy, Hiking, Paddling, Biking **Save the Date** — Long Lake Conservation / Cuyuna State Rec Area, MN
Description:
Join us once again for Rovers Astronomy Weekend, back at Long Lake Conservation Center (LLCC) near McGregor, MN, about a 2.5-hr drive north of the Twin Cities. During the day, enjoy hiking, biking, bird watching and more at LLCC and surrounding parks (activities/schedule TBD). At night, when the stars come out, join member of the Minnesota Astronomical Society …
Coordinator(s):
Suresh S. - sureshks1@msn.com - (612) 910-0444
Canoeing — Upper Mississippi River, MN
Description:
Join us in exploring a lesser known part of the Mississippi River, with relatively shallow water, interesting birdlife, and not a lot of shoreline development. On July 25 we will meet at 10 am at the Clearwater Outfitters in Clearwater, MN and shuttle upstream about 13 miles (towards St Cloud), where we will put in. …
Coordinator(s):
Kris F. - krisfelbeck@gmail.com - (612) 227-5726
Cathy P. - cathy@permepeterson.com - (612) 251-7292
Tue - SatJul 28 - Aug 12020
Beginners WelcomeCamping, biking, paddling, hiking, site seeing. — Sleeping Bear Dunes Nat’l Lakeshore, Empire, MI
Description:
Explore the white sand beaches and forests along Lake Michigan’s shoreline in the little finger of NW lower Michigan. Bike, hike, paddle and swim to your hearts content in this pristine outdoor wonderland. The area boasts the famous dune climb, sugar sand beaches, hiking trails through hilly forests, bike trails, breathtaking outlooks, crystal clear lakes, …
Coordinator(s):
Dori H. - dorihietala@gmail.com - (763) 227-7645
Fri - MonSep 4 - Sep 72020
Beginners WelcomeBoundary Waters Beginner Canoe Camping Trip — Boundary Waters Canoe Area, MN
Description:
This is a beginner canoe camping trip to the beautiful Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA). Haven’t canoed before? No problem! We will get together for at least 2 days on weekends, dates to be determined, before the actual trip to get everyone familiar with the canoes. Don’t have all of the gear? You can borrow …
Coordinator(s):
Adam G. - supernova.gangle@gmail.com
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Sat - SatSep 12 - Sep 192020
Beginners WelcomeHiking, birding, and Alaskan shenanigans — Denali, Talkeetna, and Girdwood, Alaska
Description:
Join me for trip to the Northland. We’ll explore Denali National park and do one day of vigorous hiking up Mount Healy, and another day hiking more moderate trails within the park. Travel to Talkeenta to explore the quaint climbing town and trip cost estimate includes a glacial flight tour. Enjoy the scenic drive to …
Coordinator(s):
K. Johnson - meownow12345@gmail.com - (763) 317-6059
Fri - SunSep 25 - Sep 272020
Beginners WelcomeSave the date – Fall Extravaganza 2020 — Wild River State Park, MN
Description:
Non-members welcome for this overnight trip, check us out! Wildlife, forests, geology and the Saint Croix River make Wild River State Park an ideal location for Fall Extravaganza. Late September produces beautiful weather for camping and sleeping outdoors. Hiking, bicycling, bird watching, paddling, picnicking, star gazing and campfire conversations are typical Rover activities during an …
Coordinator(s):
Brian G. - good0038@umn.edu - (651) 647-1452
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