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Category: Hiking
We’ll hike 3.35 miles on a paved loop trail around lovely Cleary Lake. Approximately 2- 1/2 hours, an average to leisurely pace or break up into like-minded groups. Leashed dogs & strollers welcome. The trail should be clear except 3 short distances where cross country ski trails intersect. We’ll check out new beaver activity, possibly …
Category: Snowshoeing / Hiking
Please join us for a hike this Sunday, January 4, 2026, at 10:00 am in front of the Longfellow Grill located at 2990 W River Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN. The path along the River Pkwy has been plowed but remains snow covered. I plan on a 3.5 mile hike at a moderate pace. Grippers recommended. Please …
hiking — Longfellow Grill, Minneapolis, MNView trip details »
Category: Snowshoeing / Hiking
Please join us for a neighborhood and River Parkway hike from the Eagles 34, 2507 E 25th Street, Mpls on Monday, January 5, at 6:00 pm. We will meet at the front of the Eagles. The hike will be 2- 3 miles. Please bring headlamps and strongly consider wearing grippers on your shoes. There is …
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: Cross Country Skiing
Join us for a XC ski adventure! We plan on skiing the hiking club trail (minimum 5.3 miles). We may ski more if conditions are good. You can skate or classic ski (We’ll be classic). Bring lunch or a snack and we’ll find a good spot to eat along the way – or we may …
XC Skiing — William O’Brien State Park, MNView trip details »
CanceledCategory: 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 …
Trip FullCategory: Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing / Hiking, Downhill Skiing, Fat Biking, Other Winter Activities
Yea! Permission was granted to increase the trip size! This trip submission replaces the original one. Join us for the 3rd Annual Winter Trip to Northern Pines Camp near Park Rapids MN. This lakeshore camp is not far from trails, rinks, and ski areas. 5 meals are provided with a Saturday build your own bag …
More Outdoor & Indoor Winter Fun — Northern Pines Camp,Park Rapids, MN, MNView trip details »
CanceledCategory: 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 »
Category: Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing / Hiking, Other Winter Activities
Annual Cross-Country Skiing and Snowshoeing and Nature Education at Deep Portage Environmental Learning Center. We have secured President’s Weekend this year (Feb 13-16) so you have the option of making this a long weekend! Come to Deep Portage Environmental Learning Center in Hackensack (north of Brainerd) for a pleasant weekend of winter fun. Activities include …