Biking & Blading on the Gateway Trail. Meet at 6:00 p.m., leaving 6:15 p.m. at the MN-DNR parking lot in Oakdale, south side of the frontage road, SE corner of Hwy 36 and Hadley in Oakdale. Look for the Rovers signs on the green Ford Explorer. Let Fred know by 5:00 p.m. of the day if your coming in case of weather or other factors. We will head east on the trail. Social ride so go at your own speed.

Fred F.• 651-428-2101 (c) • 651-777-1888 (h)

Biking Before the Tuesday Meeting. Road Biking: Every Tuesday before the Rover meeting (weather permitting). Leaving at 6:00 p.m. sharp(!) from "Ol' Mexico" (Lexigton just north of Larpentaur). So, plan to arrive early to pump up tires, fill water bottles, dress, etc. We will ride 15-25 miles based on group skill and desire, returning 7:30ish to the Como Park Rover meeting site. Everyone welcome! Ride will be canceled if it's raining.

Pat R. • 612-741-0846  |  John F. • 651-699-3806

Ultimate Frisbee Before the Tuesday Meeting. All levels of skill are welcome.  If you haven't played ultimate frisbee before — it's a no-contact game so you don't need to worry about being tackled. | Basic rules | I don't imagine we'll be strict about the timing rules but in order to keep it friendly the no-contact rules will be closely followed. Bring your running shoes and clothes you don't mind sweating in! If the weather is bad, cancellations will be announced on the e-group.

Start time: 6:30 p.m. Location: Between the Midway Park Pavilion and baseball field on Horton Ave.  | map |

Megan C.

Wednesday Night Hikes. This popular weekly activity returns beginning Wednesday, May 5. The hikes will be held at various parks throughout the Twin Cities metro area and will start promptly at 7:00 p.m. The hike location and driving directions will be posted on the Rover’s activities page as the details become available. They are usually posted about 2–4 weeks in advance. We normally hike for about 1.5 hours and cover a distance of 3–4 miles. Please bring water. We hike rain or shine. Most weeks there will be optional socializing after the hike at local ice cream shop or watering hole. No need to RSVP, just show up! Guests welcome, Rover membership is not required for day trips.

We need your help coordinating these hikes — it’s fun, it’s easy! The great popularity and success of the hikes is due in large part to the many Rovers who pitch in and help out. The only requirement is that the weekly coordinators be current members of the Rovers. Great ideas for hike locations are available from the Rover activity archive or Walk On The Wild Side hiking directory. Or just pick your favorite park in your neighborhood. If you are interested, please contact Jack.

Jack G. • 651-247-6490

Beginner Rock Climbing. No experience needed. Lori & Rob will leave town apx 4:00 p.m., get to Taylors Falls 5ish, be ready to climb 5:30.

• What you need to do: Let us know if you plan to attend on any given week.
• What to wear: Clothes that allow full range of motion and you wouldn't mind scuffing up. Light jacket for evening.
• What to bring: You'll want a water bottle & maybe snacks
• Where to meet: Usually Taylors Falls ( Interstate Park) once you've arrived call us and we'll direct or come get you. We usually climb until dusk then go to local bar/eatery.

Watch the Rovers e-group: We may cancel due to weather as late as NOON ON FRIDAY — some weeks we climb at Barn's Bluff in Red Wing, MN. We'll cancel by Wednesday when we plan to be out of town.

Rob C. • 651-230-2277  |  Lori C. • 621-965-5674