Past Trips—2002

Use these pages as a reference for trips you would like to coordinate. The first name of the trip coordinator is listed, but the other contact information has been removed for privacy/security. If you would like more information about a particular trip, just ask around at a meeting and you should be able to find the person. Or send an e-mail and we’ll try to help.

12/31 SOCIAL EVENT
New Year’s Eve Party. Bring your own beverages and food item to share. Call for directions.

Trip Coordinators: Torsten M. & Ed S.

12/29 DAY TRIP
Hiking at Louisville Swamp. Meet at the trailhead at 11am and hike for a couple hours on Sunday. | info & directions |

Trip Coordinator: Scott M. & Scott S.

12/27 EVENING TRIP
Ice Skating. Friday at John Rose Oval in Roseville. Public skating starts at 8pm and goes until 10pm. Admission is $4 and skate rental is available for those needing skates. We will be skating on the outdoor track, not the indoor rink. Please call or e-mail if you have further questions. | website |

Trip Coordinator: Louie T.

12/22 DAY TRIP
Hiking at Louisville Swamp. Call for details.

Trip Coordinator: Scott M.

12/11 EVENING HIKE
Hike Lighted Trails. Meet at 7pm at French Regional Park in Plymouth. Possibility of going to Chili’s afterward for cocoa/coffee. | DIRECTIONS |

Trip Coordinators: Jodi & Scott S.

12/4  EVENING HIKE
Hiking at Local Parks and Trails. Meet at 7pm at Locke County Park & Rice Creek West Regional Trail in Columbia Heights. | DIRECTIONS |

Trip Coordinators: Jodi & Scott S.

11/29  DAY TRIP
Hike/Ski Tamarack Nature Center. The day after Thanksgiving...skip the mall and join us for some fresh air and exercise at this beautiful nature center just 20 minutes north of St. Paul. Meet at 11am at the visitor center for a one to two-hour hike. We’ll X/C ski if trails are groomed (Minnesota ski pass required). No entrance fee and free parking. Unfortunately, no dogs allowed. Lunch and socializing afterwards. | DIRECTIONS |

Trip Coordinator: John

11/28 – 11/29 
Camping at Itasca State Park. Eat Thanksgiving leftovers, bike, hike, ski during the day. Camp out and watch the Aurora Borealis which will be at the peak of its 11-year cycle. More goofing off the next day. Might stay until Sunday, depending on the weather/sentiment. Dogs welcome.

Trip Coordinator: Aaron

11/24  
Broomball. Beginning Sunday Nov. 24 at 1 p.m. (on dirt until we get ice). Located one block south of County Road B on Lexington Avenue in St. Paul. Hopefully every other Sunday — it is highly encouraged to sign up for the broomball e-group to keep up on potentially shifting dates and locations. Brooms provided. Soft soled shoes recommended and protective equipment highly encouraged (helmet, shin pads, knee pads). Lots of fun required!

Trip Coordinators: Debra G.

11/20  EVENING HIKE
Hiking at Springbrook Nature Center. Meet at 7:00pm at the trailhead. Admission and parking are free. | map | website |

Trip Coordinators: Jodi & Scott S.

11/16  SEMIANNUAL EVENT
Adopt-a-Highway Cleanup. We did a very thorough job picking up trash last Spring and will do a “less intense” pick-up this fall. Bring a fanny pack, water bottle, and gloves. Meet at 10am at the intersection of Goose Lake Road (County 202) and 109th Avenue North in Champlin. Pizza afterward at Angeno’s.

Trip Coordinator: Basil L.  | MAP |

11/13  EVENING HIKE
Hiking Lighted Trails at Elm Creek Park Reserve. Meet at 7pm at the visitor center. Daily ($3) or annual ($27) parking sticker is required and enforced in Three Rivers Park District.  | DIRECTIONS |

Trip Coordinators: Jodi & Scott S.

11/7 – 11/12 
Zion National Park, Utah. Four to five days backpacking.

Trip Coordinator: John

11/6  EVENING HIKE
Hiking Lighted Trails at French Regional Park. Meet at 7:00pm at the visitor center near the main park entrance.

Trip Coordinators: Jodi & Scott S.

11/1 – 11/3  ANNUAL HALLOWEEN TRAIL CLEARING TRIP
Trail Clearing on the Border Route Trail. Staying at Heston’s Resort on Gunflint Lake next to the Gunflint Section of the Border Route Trail. Excellent food and lodging plus the best sauna on the lake. The sections that we’ll be doing maintenance on will include the Border Route from the High Cliffs at the west end of Gunflint Lake to Bridal Falls on the east end. If we have enough people, we’ll also do a sweep of the Bryce Breon Trail along the shore of Loon Lake. On Saturday evening we’ll enjoy the hospitality of Barb and Greg Gegas, the owners of Heston’s and personal friends of many of us. Barb is famous for the food that she prepares for this annual trip. Estimated cost: $55. Deposit: $55. Cost includes transportation, lodging, plus breakfast and lunch for three days, as well as dinner on Saturday.   | FULL TEXT |

Trip Coordinators: John E. & Ed S.

10/23  EVENING TRIP
Hiking Lighted Trails. Meet at the visitor center at Elm Creek Park Reserve in Maple Grove at 7pm and hike the lighted trails. Daily ($3) or annual ($27) parking sticker is required and enforced in Three Rivers Park District.

Trip Coordinators: Jodi & Scott S.

10/18 – 10/21 
Canoeing in the BWCAW. Four-day trip heading out of Ely. Route TBD. Leaving Friday morning, returning Monday evening. Breakfast and dinner provided. Canoes can be rented at Piragis, if needed. Basic camping skills helpful. Estimated cost: $50. Deposit: $10. Max trip size:8.

Trip Coordinator: Jim

10-18 – 10/20 
Biking — See Fall Colors. Biking 40+ miles/day (shorter routes also planned) to catch the peak colors. Ride Saturday near Plum City and Sunday between Red Wing and River Falls. Camping Friday and Saturday nights at Nugget Lake State Park near Plum City, WI. For those who think it’s too cold for camping, you can stay at a motel or B&B nearby.

Trip Coordinators: Pat R. & Doug N.

10/17 – 10/20 
Backpacking on the Border Route Trail. Hike ~27 miles in three days from Crab Lake to Clearwater Lake. Camp at Sock Lake and Rose Lake. Unknown trail conditions, but reports of some blowdown. Estimated cost: $50 – 60. Deposit: $25. Max trip size: 4.

Trip Coordinator: Tom H.

10/16  EVENING TRIP
Hiking Lighted Trails. Meet at the visitor center at French Regional Park in Plymouth at 7pm and hike the lighted trails.

Trip Coordinators: Jodi & Scott S.

10/4 – 10/6 
Canoe/Kayak the Lower Namekagon. One night of camping on the river (experience required). This is a relatively flat section of the river — nothing too strenuous. Leave Friday night, camp in the area and be on the river early Saturday morning.

Trip Coordinator: Maggie P.

Trip Coordinators: Jodi & Scott S.

Trip Coordinators: Jodi & Scott S.

9/28 – 9/29  SEMIANNUAL EVENT
Fall Extravaganza. Save the date for this year’s fall extravaganza at Interstate State Park in Wisconsin. Deadline to sign up: 9/24/02
| DETAILS | AGENDA |

9/20 – 9/27 
Six-Day BWCAW Canoe Trip. We will travel into a remote part of the BWCAW, the Cross River. There will be very few mosquitoes and very few people. The nights will be cool and the days warm and filled with fall colors. There will be lakes and narrow river channels with beaver dams and the choice of the best campsites. Estimated cost: $75 – $100. Deposit: $50. Max trip size: 6

Trip Coordinator: Mike

9/20 – 9/22
Fall Trip to the National Forest Lodge (Near Isabella). Peak colors, canoeing, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking. Estimated cost: $135 includes lodging and meals (provided by the lodge). Deposit: $75. Max trip size: 35.

Trip Coordinator: Francine A.

Maggie is interested in renting the log home at the National Forest Lodge this weekend as well and is looking for others who may be interested. The cost is $175.00 per person for the weekend which includes food (they do all the cooking and cleaning. The meals provided are from Friday night dinner through Sunday lunch. It’s a beautiful home that sleeps ~8 people. The Superior Hiking Trail is nearby and there is also canoeing/kayaking on the Stoney river. Contact Maggie ASAP if interested.

9/20 – 9/22 
Trail Maintenance on the Border Route Trail. Pigeon River section. Leave Friday evening, returning late Sunday night. Camping at Otter Lake, doing ?? between the Swamp River and the Otter Lake junctions. Good overlooks above the Pigeon River Valley. This end of the trail connects with the Superior Hiking Trail so we would like to keep it in good condition. Good food, good scenery, great people!. Estimated cost: $55. Deposit: $55. Max trip size:9.

Trip Coordinator: Ed S.

9/19 – 9/22 
BWCAW Canoe Trip. Moderate canoe trip for three days. Leave Thursday evening, return late Sunday night. Estimated cost: $50. Deposit: $25. Max trip size: 9. More information TBA.

Trip Coordinator: Doug N.

9/18 – 9/22 
BWCAW Canoe Trip. Intermediate-level canoe trip for four nights. Leave early Wednesday, returning Sunday evening. Estimated cost: $100. Deposit: $30. Max trip size: 6. More information TBA.

Trip Coordinator: Terry K.

9/15 – 9/22 
Isle Royale Canoe Trip. For experienced canoe campers only. Starting at McCargo Cove, canoe around east end of Isle Royale on bays of Lake Superior to Daisy Farm. Plan B in case of rough seas: Portage through inland lakes to Malone Bay or Chippewa Harbor. Estimated cost: $250. Deposit: $168 for ferry to McCargo Cove (due ASAP). Max trip size: 6. Isle Royale National Park

Trip Coordinator: David B.

9/15  DAY TRIP
St. Paul Classic Bike Tour. A 31-mile or 15-mile bike tour around St. Paul starting at The University of St. Thomas at 7am. Proceeds benefit the St. Paul Neighborhood Energy Consortium. Payment must be received by 8/28 for group registration. Make checks payable to NEC and send to Ven (e-mail for address). Cost: $23

Trip Coordinator: Ven  |  SPNEC website

9/13 – 9/15 
Sea-kayaking on the Wisconsin River. Leave Friday evening, return Sunday night. Paddle 20 – 25 miles over the weekend, camping on a backcountry site Saturday night. We’ve paddled this river valley other years and these portions of the river were scenic! There are usually a lot of sand bars to camp on. There is an extra kayak if you need one.

Trip Coordinator: Basil L.

8/31  SOCIAL EVENT
Keep the Celebration Going! Join newlyweds Terri and Mike for a picnic at Basset Creek Park in Crystal from 12pm to 3pm. Bring your whole family for volleyball, tennis, bocce ball, soccer, or softball. Kids will enjoy the playground.

8/31 – 9/2 
Mountain Biking / Whitewater Kayaking / Hiking in Wisconsin. Leave early Saturday morning, set up camp, and go mountain biking on CAMBA trails in Wisconsin. Sunday morning we will drive to Brule to go kayaking. Ten kayaks have been reserved — if more than 10 people want to go kayaking, you can make your own arrangements or go biking or hiking on Sunday instead. Monday we will be biking and/or hiking again. We will be camping at Two Lakes, a National Forest campground on a Lake Owen (no showers). For dinner, we will plan to get groceries in town and grill if time permits, otherwise go to a local bar to eat. Carpooling and tent sharing are a MUST, as there will be limited space. Estimated cost: $60. Deposit: $30 ($15 if you are not kayaking). Max trip size: 16.

Trip Coordinators: Amy E. & Jodi S.

8/27  SEMIANNUAL EVENT
Gear Swap. Starting at 7pm the semiannual gear swap will take place before, during, and after the regular Tuesday meeting at Como Park. | DETAILS |

8/24 – 9/2
Backpack the Sierra High Route in Kings Canyon National Park. The Sierra High Route is the classic cross-country route through the high Sierras. We will do the section from Mather Pass to Kings Canyon. Most of the time we will be off-trail at elevations above 10000'. This is a difficult route: quite a bit harder and more dangerous than a typical backpacking trip. Previous backpacking experience and excellent physical conditioning are required.

More information

Description of last year’s trip over a different part of the High Route

Trip Coordinator: Jeff T.

8/21 – 8/25  
BWCAW Canoeing. Enter at Sawbill Lake and canoe for four days. Deposit: $20. Max trip size: 9.

Trip Coordinators: Scott M. & Frank T.

8/15 – 8/18 
Three-Day Pannier Trip. Beginners welcome. Fully loaded, self-supported 3-day trip from Rice Lake State Park (SP) to Sakatah SP to Nerstrand Big Woods SP, back to Rice Lake SP (average 38 miles per day). Leave Thursday at 6pm, return Sunday evening. Estimated cost: $50. Deposit: $20. Max trip size: 8   | ROUTE |

Trip Coordinator: Tom M.

8/17  DAY TRIP
Day of fun at the Renaissance Festival. Meet at the fountain at the main gate at 8:30am. Estimated cost: $16.95 at the gate or $14.95 in advance.  | website |

Trip Coordinator: Scott M.

8/12 – 8/19  
Canoeing/Biking in Biwabik. Either camp or stay in villas depending on number of people. Leave early Saturday, return by 2pm Monday. Estimated cost: $100 – $125 for food, gas, rooms.

Trip Coordinator: Sharee M.

8/11  SOCIAL DAY TRIP
Bayfront Blues Festival in Duluth. Blues lovers! Come to Duluth to the Bayfront Blues Festival. Sunday only to hear Tommy Castro and Blues Traveler. Meeting place TBD, carpooling desired. Leave at 8:30 am, returning around midnight. Cost: $20 for ticket; may be purchased at Ticketmaster.

Trip Coordinator: Joanie J.

8/11  DAY TRIP
Road Bike Ride (30 / 50 / 70 miles). Meet at 10am at the Long Lake Park boat launch (694 and 35W). We will stop at a restaurant for lunch. HELMET REQUIRED. Call with questions.

Trip Coordinator: John

8/10  DAY TRIP
Bike St. Paul. We’ll take the same 31-mile route as the St. Paul Bike Classic — but you you get to keep your $25! This route features the highlights of St. Paul — everything from parks and lakes to several stunning views of the Mississippi River and even a little-known trail through historic Swede Hollow. Meet at 9:45am at the parking lot off of Lexington Avenue, one block north of Horton and just south of the Como Lake pavilion. Please be ready to ride at 10:00. Bring money as we’ll have lunch after the ride. HELMETS ARE REQUIRED!

Trip Coordinator: John

8/9 – 8/11 
Canoe Camping on Upper St. Croix. Canoe down the upper St. Croix River near Grantsburg, Wisconsin. Camp on the river Saturday night. We may drive up Friday night and camp to get an early start. Must bring your own canoe or one from the cage. Beginners are encouraged on this trip. Deposit: $20. Max trip size:6.

Trip Coordinator: Tom J.

8/9 – 8/11  
Day Hiking/Camping at George Crosby Manitou State Park. Interested in NSTT hikes? Day trips on Saturday and Sunday, returning Monday evening. Meet at the campsite — please notice that this is a backpack campsite and is about a half-mile from parking area. If there is a lot of interest it is possible to reserve another campsite. Est. cost: $35. Deposit: $20. Max trip size: 6. Sponsoring organization: NorthStar Trail Travelers.

More information about these two NSTT events:
Split Rock Lighthouse  |  Gooseberry Falls

Trip Coordinator: Feifei

8/8– 8/11  
Beginner BWCAW Canoe Trip. Learn the basic skills of canoeing and portaging in the BWCAW. Very rustic camping. We will go to a lake a week before the trip and practice portaging, canoeing, and go over what to pack. Maximum trip size 6. Estimated Cost: $50. Deposit $20.00.

Trip Coordinator: Louie T.

8/8  SOCIAL EVENT
Saints Game. Tailgate party at the Saints game. Bring your own beverage and something to share. Meat and plates provided. Meet at last row in Saints parking lot (west end) at 5:00, returning whenever. I do not have tickets into the game. They can be easily purchased in the parking lot. Estimated cost: $8.00 for ticket. I need someone to pick up and bring my gas grill.

Trip Coordinator: Peggy S.

8/4  DAY TRIP
Road Bike Ride. 45-mile ride called “Stillwater Bound.” Meet at 10am at Lake Phalen Beach House in St. Paul. We will stop somewhere to buy lunch. Call with questions.

Trip Coordinators: John & Barb T.

8/3  DAY TRIP
5k Road Race (Running/Walking). Little Canada 5k race (3.1 miles). Entry fee includes t-shirt and a free pancake breakfast following the race. A troop of bag pipers from Thunder Bay often entertain also. Estimated cost: $12 - $16. Just show up on race day or contact John for an entry form.

Trip Coordinator: John

8/3  DAY TRIP
Canoeing on the Crow River. 15-mile float on relatively flat river. Bring a lunch and beverages. We will put in at Lake Rebecca Park Reserve and take out at Crow Hassen Park Reserve. Meeting time TBA. Possible BBQ afterward. Max trip size:16.

Trip Coordinators: Tom M. & Mike S. (the elder)

7/27  DAY TRIP
Beginning Fastwater Canoeing. Learn the basic techniques needed for paddling faster rivers with rapids or obstacles in the water. Location: St. Croix and Banning State Park. You should already be comfortable in a canoe on flat water. Meet at Forest Lake Conoco at 8am, returning 6pm.. Estimated cost: transportation and lunch. Deposit: $5. Max trip size:8.

Trip Coordinator: Hank W.

Basic Orienteering Skills Course. Learn basic compass and topographic map-reading skills during the short program presented by the Minnesota Orienteering Club at the meeting on July 23. If there are enough people interested in learning more and practicing those skills, there will be an outing on Thursday, July 25 at Lake Elmo. Minimum Trip size: 10. Estimated Cost: $10 for parking fee, map, and rental of compass/whistle if you don’t already have one.

Trip Coordinator: Torsten M.

7/20  DAY TRIP
Bike to Stillwater. From Mahtomedi High School, bike to Pine Point on the Gateway Trail, then south to Stillwater for lunch, then west back to Mahtomedi. About 20 miles. Meet at Mahtomedi High School at 9:30am. Bring money for lunch.

Trip Coordinator: Ven

7/20  DAY TRIP
Day hike at Afton State Park. Meet at 10:30am in the parking lot of Afton State Park (follow the park road to its very end) or at the REI in Roseville at 9am for carpooling. It’s a beautiful park with a fair amount of hills, prairie, woods, and nice overlooks of the St. Croix River (lake). I plan to hike about 10km (~6 1/2 miles, 3 - 4 hours). Bring enough water (2 qts) and a small lunch. Car permits are required and can be obtained at the park office ($4 daily, $20 annual). | Afton State Park |

Trip Coordinator: Torsten M.

7/20 – 7/21 
Weekend Canoeing on the North Fork of the Flambeau River. Leave Friday evening at 6pm and camp in Flambeau Forest. Paddle about 22 miles and camp at a backcountry site. This is supposed to be a very scenic forest.

Trip Coordinator: Basil L.

7/14  DAY TRIP
Mountain Biking at Afton Alps. Meet at 10am at the golf course parking lot at Afton Alps Recreation Area. Afton has trails for various skill levels, but at least some mountain biking experience is recommended. The course snakes its way up and down the ski slopes and in and out of the woods. There are trails that they call “citizen” and more difficult loops marked as “expert,” but all the trails are challenging with steep hills and sharp turns. Each rider is expected to bike at a speed within his or her skill level. Helmets are not only required it would be insane not to wear one. Estimated cost: $7.00.

Trip Coordinator: Bill D.

7/13 SOCIAL EVENT
Discover Fridley BBQ Party. Fridley is a well kept secret. Let’s discover its splendors and wonders with a barbecue at my house. We’ll meet there after the hike at Willow River State Park — 5pm, or it may be earlier. Bring your own beverages, something to grill, and something else to share. Bringing chairs will be welcome. Max trip size: 30. Call for directions.

Trip Coordinator: Tom J.

7/13  DAY TRIP
Willow River State Park Day Hiking/Biking. It’s a beautiful park with miles of hiking trails. Bring a picnic lunch and explore. The waterfalls are magical — you can walk through and sit under the rushing water. It’s an outstanding place just 20 minutes from St. Paul. Meet at 10am at the parking lot by the swimming area. Or, if you would like to carpool, meet at REI in Roseville at 9am. Estimated cost: $10 per car for a park pass or $30 annual Wisconsin Parks pass. Park information and directions: Willow River State Park

Trip Coordinators: Robin M. & Anne D.

7/12 – 7/14
Bridge Building. Build bridge over Stump River to replace damaged one on part of the Border Route Trail. Leave Friday evening, returning late Sunday night. Meet at the 4th Street Garage. Cost: $55.

Trip Coordinator: Ed S.

7/12 – 7/13 
Nature Hike in Pennington Bog. Pennington Bog is a virtually undisturbed tract of coniferous forest, providing critical habitat for a diverse array of plant species. A wide assortment of beautiful and unusual plant species grows beneath a dense canopy of white cedar, balsam fir, and black spruce. The forest floor can be easily damaged from visitor use, given the wet nature of the forest community. Also, abundance of orchids. Pennington Bog is a Scientific and Natural Area that requires a permit (limited number issued) from the DNR. Plant photographers frequent the Bog. It is near Bemidji in Beltrami County. Where we stay and what other activities will be decided by the people on the trip. Max trip size: 5.

Trip Coordinator: CathyH.

7/11  DAY TRIP (evening)
Mountain Biking at Lebanon Hills. Meet at 6:30pm at Lebanon Hills Regional Park in Eagan for mountain biking on rolling hills. Ride at your own pace. Helmets are required.

Trip Coordinator: Amy E.

6/29– 6/30  
Fourth Annual “Summer in the Sticks” and 40th Birthday Party for Lori Askelin! Join us in the Northwest ’burbs for biking, hiking, inline skating, swimming, volleyball, BBQing, camping…and a game of horseshoes! We’ve reserved the horse camp again at Elm Creek Park in Maple Grove for Saturday night — so don’t worry about that long drive home! Bring something for the grill and something to share. There’s a grocery store and a meat market nearby. Estimated cost: $5 for the group campsite, plus whatever food and beverages you bring. 9:30am start, beach at noon, BBQ at 6pm.

Trip Coordinators: Jodi & Scott S.

6/23  POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Canoe Minnehaha Creek. Look at all the fun lawn ornaments in people’s back yards. 10am start in St. Louis Park and end by Minnehaha Falls. Bring a barrel if you want to go over the falls. Bring a lunch. Rover canoes are available to check out from the cage

Trip Coordinator: Louie T.

6/22  DAY TRIP — FUNDRAISER
Volleyball Marathon Fundraiser (Niemann-Pick Disease). Fun ½ day of volleyball on seven sand courts. Silent auction. Niemann-Pick
is a rare genetic degenerative disease. Most children who have the disease
do not live past their teens. 10am – 4pm. Meeting place is at BeBops Sports Bar and Grill 1009 109th Ave Ne. (in Blaine — just west of Central Avenue on 109th) Estimated cost: $20.

Sponsoring organization: Niemann-Pick Disease Foundation

Trip Coordinators: Terri S. & Mike T.

6/22  DAY TRIP
Bike Ride — Afton Area. Multi-level bike ride, 24-mile or 43-mile route. Both start and end at Selma’s in Afton. Bring money for lunch/ice cream afterward. Meet at the park-n-ride on Como and 280 at 9am or in Afton across from Selma’s at 10am. Call with questions. HELMETS ARE REQUIRED!

Trip Coordinators: Tom M. & Jodi S.

6/22  DAY TRIP
Hiking at Lebanon Hills Regional Park. Meet at park entrance on Pilot Knob Road. Bring a lunch. Park information and directions: Lebanon Hills Regional Park

Trip Coordinator: Scott M.

6/21– 6/23 
BWCAW-type Canoeing Near Ely. Leave Friday evening after work and return Sunday night. This is a short two-day route just outside of the BWCAW and does not require a permit or reservation fees. Route starts at Bass Lake and exits at Fenski Lake.

Trip Coordinator: Basil L.

6/21– 6/23
Day Hike and Camp at Jay Cooke State Park. The park has unique geology and should still have spring wildflowers. Drive up Friday evening or Saturday morning, hike round the park on Saturday, or sit in the sunshine. Saturday night BBQ and watch the stars. Sunday depart Jay Cooke State Park and slip across the border to Wisconsin on the way home and see some BIG waterfalls in Amnicon Falls State Park or a 165 ft fall in Pattison State Park (either park is only 13 miles from Superior and a short hike). Estimated cost: $24. Chicken provided for BBQ if others bring the corn, butter, salt & pepper, charcoal, and lighter fluid. Deposit: $25 (due 6/19). Max trip size:7. Admission to Wisconsin State Parks is $10 per car.

Trip Coordinator: Elisha P.

6/16  DAY TRIP
Hiking and Picnic at Lake Maria State Park. Two to three hours of hiking through the woods followed by grilled burgers and brats (tough day!). Lake Maria State Park is about 50 miles Northwest of the Twin Cities.

Trip Coordinator: Ven

6/15  DAY TRIP
Biking on Cannon Falls Trail. Meet at Park-n-Ride at 9:30am or at the trailhead at 11am. Take Highway 52 South to Exit 280 into Cannon Falls (one hour south of Minneapolis). We will have a late lunch in Red Wing. If it rains, this trip will be rescheduled. Cost: $2 trail fee, plus lunch money. HELMETS ARE REQUIRED.

Trip Coordinators: Tom M. & Judy

6/15  DAY TRIP
Bike on the LRT North/LRT South Loop. 37-mile loop, 30 miles on crushed limestone, 7 miles on paved road. Leisurely pace with a stop about half way for lunch at Dairy Queen. The limestone trails are flat, the paved road has some hills. Either a mountain bike or a hybrid bike will work fine on these trails. Meet at 10am at the parking lot at 8th Avenue and Excelsior Boulevard in Hopkins. Bring money for lunch or bring your own lunch/snacks.

Trip Coordinator: Susie H.

6/14– 6/16  
Beginner BWCAW Canoe Trip. Same as above but shorter. For those who have employers who think work is more important than fun and relaxation, this trip will be leaving Friday after work returning late Sunday. Put-in will be somewhere near Ely, location TBD. Deposit: $20. Get your deposit in soon to guarantee your spot on this trip.

Trip Coordinators: Scott & Jodi S.

6/13 – 6/16 
Beginner BWCAW Canoe Trip. Learn the basic of canoeing in the beautiful Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Prior to the trip, we will go out to one of the local lakes and practice some basic portaging techniques, canoeing, and packing a Duluth pack. Leave Thursday night after work, one relaxing layover day, return Sunday evening. Put-in location TBD. Deposit: $20. Get your deposit in soon to guarantee your spot on this trip.

Trip Coordinator: Louie T.

6/8  DAY TRIP
Mountain Biking and/or Inline Skating at Elm Creek Park. We plan to mountain bike but there are paved trails as well if you’d rather skate (or bike on pavement). Beginners welcome, the trails are pretty flat and wide with some single track as well. The Father Hennepin Festival is going on this weekend, so afterward, join us to check out the events there and BBQ at our house afterward (pot-luck). Meet at 11am in the Northwest corner of the Champlin movie theater parking lot on 114th Avenue North and Highway 169.

Trip Coordinators: Scott & Jodi S.

Weekends in May  ANNUAL EVENT
Trail Clearing on the Border Route Trail. One canoe-in trip, others are backpacking. First-time participants must attend a training session. Cost: $55.

Trip Coordinator: Tom H.

5/25 – 5/27
Canoeing the Cloquet River. Indian Lake to Island Lake (35 miles). Canoe camping on a relatively remote, scenic, wildlife rich section of the Cloquet. Last year we saw no other canoes on the river in three days. The river runs through an assortment of habitats giving excellent and varied scenery. Basic river canoeing and wilderness camping skills are needed. This section has eight named Class I and II rapids, all runnable but with well marked DNR maintained portages for those who prefer to walk. The route has several DNR canoe campsites and, depending on water levels, lots of sandbars that are suitable for camping. Aluminum canoes are not recommended unless you intend to portage all the rapids.

Details and Registration  |  DNR Route Description

Trip Coordinator: Hank W.

5/24– 5/27  ANNUAL EVENT
Intro to Backpacking (1 of 4). Memorial weekend backpacking trip on the Superior Hiking Trail. Leaving Friday late afternoon, returning Monday evening. Meeting place: REI Roseville. Max trip size: 8

Meet at least twice before trip to cover backpacking basics.

Trip Coordinator: Tom H.

5/24– 5/27  ANNUAL EVENT
Intro to Backpacking (2 of 4). Memorial weekend backpacking trip on the Superior Hiking Trail. Leaving Friday late afternoon, returning Monday evening. Meeting place: REI Roseville. Max trip size: 8

Meet at least twice before trip to cover backpacking basics.

Trip Coordinator: Scott S.

5/24– 5/27  ANNUAL EVENT
Intro to Backpacking (3 of 4). Memorial weekend backpacking trip on the Superior Hiking Trail. Leaving Friday late afternoon, returning Monday evening.

Trip Coordinator: Chris F.

5/24 – 5/27  ANNUAL EVENT
Day Hiking/Camping at Cascade State Park. Drive up Friday and set-up camp. Day trips on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. Return Monday evening. Max trip size: 15. Estimated cost: $45

Trip Coordinators: Paul A. & Candace M.

5/18 DAY TRIP — SEMIANNUAL EVENT
Rovers Adopt-a-Highway Cleanup. Need eight to ten people to do semiannual highway cleanup. Rovers’ adopted highway is County Road 202 located on the edge of Elm Creek Park in Maple Grove. Pizza afterward for volunteers! Meet at 10am, should be done by 2pm.

Trip Coordinator: Basil L.

5/17– 5/19
HOSTEL TAKEOVER! Biking, Hiking, Canoeing, Birding, etc. in and around Itasca State Park. Stay at the luxurious Youth Hostel. Biking on trails and/or roads around the park. Mountain biking available at Rainbow Resort as well. Canoe rental is available at the park. BBQ and campfire in the evening. Saturday meals and Sunday breakfast and lunch provided. Estimated Cost: $45. Deposit $31. Grand opening of the new visitor center

Trip Coordinators: Louie T. & Jodi S.

5/17 – 5/19  ANNUAL EVENT
Trail Clearing — Mechanized. Trail clearing with chain saws and brush cutters Border Route Trail. Camping on Arrowhead Trail at Otter Lake. Eat in town. Leave Friday evening, returning late Sunday night. Meet at the 4th Street Garage. Cost: $55.

Trip Coordinator: Ed S.

5/15 – 5/19
Backpacking on Isle Royale. Easy to moderate, 8–10 miles per day, exploring the western end of the island. Meet in the Twin Cities or in Grand Portage Wednesday morning, return Sunday evening. Participants are responsible for their own food and gear. Estimated cost: $100 for ferry to island. Deposit: $30.

Trip Coordinator: Jeff T.

Weekends in May
Trail Clearing on the Border Route Trail. One canoe-in trip, others are backpacking. First-time participants must attend a training session. Cost: $55.

Trip Coordinator: Tom

4/12 SOCIAL EVENT
28th Annual Viennese Ball in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. This is a wonderful formal dance event (see flyers). We do a series of Waltz classes prior to the event. Reservations have to be in the first week in February. Tickets sell out in two days! Call or e-mail ASAP.

Trip Coordinator: Demi M.

4/19 – 4/21
Trail Clearing — Powered. Trail clearing with chain saws and brush cutters along swamp river section of the Border Route Trail. Leave Friday evening, returning late Sunday night. Estimated cost: $60. Max trip size: 10

Trip Coordinators: Ed & John

4/20 DAY TRIP
Beginners Backpacking at Afton State Park. Get ready for backpacking season and join us for a hike at Afton State Park carrying a full load. Camp if you’d like, but you’re on your own — we’re staying at a nearby B&B. Meet at the visitor center (time TBD). We’ll be using a backpacking stove to cook a late lunch (provided). Estimated cost: $5

Trip Coordinators: Scott & Jodi

4/28 DAY TRIP
Road Bike Ride. Rovers alternative to the Ironman. 30, 60, and 100-mile road bike ride. 8am start at Fleet Farm in White Bear Lake, meet in Marine on St. Croix for Lunch (don’t forget to bring money!)

Trip Coordinator: Tom H. • 763-391-0774

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