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Category: Cross Country Skiing
Let’s enjoy this fresh snow the north metro is getting! Meet at the Sucker Lake trailhead at 1:00 on Friday. The trailhead is on the north side of County Road F, just east of Rice Street, in Vadnais Heights. The loop is 3.7k, easy to moderate. It takes me ~45 minutes. You must have a …
XC Skiing — Sucker Lake, Vadnais Heights, MNView trip details »
Category: Cross Country Skiing, Other Winter Activities
Minnesota Nordic Ski Opener, Elm Creek Park Reserve, December 13, 2025 9AM to 3PM Come join in helping at the Minnesota Rovers publicity table, which will be outside near the ski chalet and adjacent to the groomed cross-country ski trail, and also participate in the Minnesota Nordic Ski Opener by skiing or participating in one …
Volunteer & Cross Country Ski — Elm Creek Park Reserve, Maple Grove, MNView trip details »
Category: Climbing
This event is meant for people who want to finally try Rock Climbing and haven’t gotten around to it yet. You do not need experience or gear but will need somewhere around $20 and a good attitude. People who do have experience and/or gear are welcome too but the new climbers will get the majority …
Climbing — Vertical Endeavors Bloomington, MNView trip details »
Category: Hiking
Join Us! We will be exploring Sunfish Lake Park which is considered by many to be the crown jewel of the Lake Elmo park system. Hike Plan: We will hike for about 5 miles within the Park. The terrain is rolling and hike may include some steeper hills. Moderate pace and great workout. Absolutely beautiful …
Hiking & Lunch — Sunfish Lake Park – Lake Elmo, MNView trip details »
Category: Other Winter Activities
Do you want to plant native MN plants in your garden? Or just a nice winter activity with kids? Winter sowing is a technique for starting seedlings outdoors even in our temperate climate. Most seeds will work, even annuals like tomatoes. Some seeds even need that 60 days of cold weather to wake up in …
Category: Snowshoeing / Hiking
Join Us to hike the Northern River Trail Loop which winds through maple forest, white pines and open meadows. We may even see waterfowl and eagles while we hike along the beautiful St. Croix River. MLK DAY – free admission. Hike Plan: We will begin at Afton State Park Visitor Center. We will begin by …
Category: Snowshoeing / Hiking
Join Us! We will be exploring Sunfish Lake Park which is considered by many to be the crown jewel of the Lake Elmo park system. Hike Plan: We will hike for about 4 miles within the Park. The terrain is rolling and hike may include some steeper hills, forested areas and sparkling lakes. Moderate pace …
Hiking — Sunfish Lake Park – Lake Elmo, MNView trip details »