Minnesota Walking Clubs
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North Central Region AVA
25 66th Way NE
Fridley, MN 55432
Bonnie Johnson
(763) 571-8041
nc_rd@ava.org
NorthStar Trail Travelers
3951 Russell Ave. N
Minneapolis, MN 55412
Peter Cartwright
(952) 854-4911
nstt.org
info@nstt.org
Riverbend Striders Volksmarch Club
1709 Linda Ln
North Mankato, MN 56003
Earl von Holt
(507) 625-5375
walkminnesota.org
eavonholt@charter.net
Pelican Rapids CC Walking Club
22950 St Hwy 108
Pelican Rapids, MN 56572
Joseph Hilber
(218) 863-1075
home.att.net/~prccwc/
hilber@att.net
Central Minnesota Volkssports
2810 Island View Ct
St. Cloud, MN 56301
Lois Head
(320) 252-7348
walkminnesota.org
LMHead@StCloudState.edu
Twin Cities Volkssport
1366 Birchcrest Dr
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Eugene H. Schutte
(651) 429-6938
geocities.com/tcvwalking/
ehschu@msn.com
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Now it's easy to enjoy self-guided tours through some of the most beautiful scenery that nature has to offer. In one handy book, Hiking Minnesota provides 100 of the best day hikes from all over the Land of 10,000 Lakes. It features many of the most popular as well as least-known hiking trails throughout the state, including routes along the Lake Superior shoreline at the tip of the "arrowhead" in the northeast, the Land of Lakes region in the northwest, the St. Croix River Watershed in the center of the state, the Mississippi River Valley in the southeast, and the prairie and farmlands in the southwest. Every hike includes an easy-to-read map that shows the trail's distance, approximate hiking time, difficulty rating, and points of interest along the way; descriptions of the area's history, terrain, flora, and fauna; and important park information, such as hours and dates of operation, facilities available, applicable rules, permits required, directions to the trailheads, and a contact address and phone number. There's also a convenient trail finder that summarizes essential information about each featured path.
Minnesota Walking Clubs
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Hiking Minnesota: A Guide to the State's Greatest Hiking Adventures Sample 40 of the finest trails the North Star State has to offer. From the headwaters of the Mississippi to the glacial Lake Agassiz plain, Minnesota's diverse landscape showcases rolling hills, vast prairies, dense forests - and more than 15,000 lakes and ponds. View the spectacular waterfalls, gorges, and canyons of the nationally known Superior Hiking Trail, step back into Native American history alongside the quarries of Pipestone National Monument, or see bald eagles and other wildlife in Bear Head Lake State Park.
Look inside to find:
* Hikes suited to every ability.
* Directions to the trailheads.
* Comprehensive trail descriptions with mile-by-mile directional cues.
* Difficulty ratings and average hiking times for every featured hike.
* Information on fees and permits, contacts, events and attractions, restaurants and accommodations, and canine compatibility. Minnesota Walking Clubs Click on title or image for more info and price This all-new hiking guide covers Minnesota's distinct areas of terrain and habitat - the northern arboreal forests, the western prairies, the deciduous forests, and the southeastern Mississippi River bluffs. These diverse areas offer a wide variety of hiking experiences, flora and fauna, and spectacular vistas. Ranging from easy walks of several miles to daylong outings, these hikes take advantage of Minnesota's extensive and well-maintained state and national parks. Bonus destinations of historical importance or scenic value also are described. Each chapter includes driving directions to the trailhead, a topographic map, trail mileage and estimated hiking time, a trail description with safety notes, and stories of the human, natural, and geological history you'll encounter along the way. Minnesota Walking Clubs Click on title or image for more info and price 50 Circuit Hikes: A Stride-By-Stride Guide to Northeastern Minnesota Filled with tempting trails and intriguing trailside lore, this comprehensive guide introduces hikers of all abilities to the unique natural beauty of northeastern Minnesota. Choose a hike to match your mood, time frame, and skill level.
* Over 225 miles of spectacular scenery to choose from: Lake Superior vistas, woodland trails, hidden waterfalls, rocky outcroppings, wildly dashing rivers.
* Trails in six counties: Pine, Carlton, Aitkin, St. Louis, Lake, and Cook.
* Each hike is a loop (or circuit): every step takes you to new territory; no cars to jockey between start and finish points.
* Hikes for all ages and abilities: families, weekend walkers, hard-core hikers.
* From quick strolls (30 minutes) to all-day outings; mostly in the 1-3 hour range.
Whether it's a wilderness trek or a city trail, each walking adventure in 50 Circuit Hikes is outlined with superb detail:
* Ratings for length and difficulty: 10 easy hikes, 18 moderate, 12 difficult, 10 strenuous.
* Detailed maps including complete directions to the trailhead (with GPS coordinates) and parking facilities.
* Stride-by-stride milepost information accurately describing landmarks so you can easily keep your bearings.
For pre-hike preparation or on-the-trail exploration: a wealth of natural history information on geology, plants, and animals you're likely to see; guidelines for safe hiking, plus points of special interest. Minnesota Walking Clubs Click on title or image for more info and price Take a Hike - Minneapolis and St. Paul: Hikes within Two Hours of the Twin Cities The landscape of Minneapolis and St. Paul is a mix of lakes, rivers, expansive wetlands, evergreen forests, and grassy prairies. Because of the abundance of scenery around the city, hiking in the Twin Cities is more than just a trek around the town. Hiking enthusiast and local Jake Kulju shows you the best hikes in and around Minneapolis and St. Paul. All hikes within the guide take less than 2 hours to reach by car, with details on public transportation options and clear directions on how to reach the trailhead. Jake has compiled lists of his favorite hikes, including:
* Best River Hikes
* Best Lake Hikes
* Best Historical Hikes
* Best Hikes for Families
* Best Metro Hikes
* Best Nature and Wildlife Hikes.
Let Jake show you all the worthwhile hikes, from short, flat routes suitable for families to the more advanced hikes. Each hike profile contains practical information including point-by-point trail navigation, contact information, facilities, fees, parking instructions, and an easy-to-use map for each trail. Minnesota Walking Clubs Click on title or image for more info and price Family fun begins here! Grab this book and head outdoors for great hikes that are fun, easy and entertaining. Mary Bauer has assembled terrific hikes with accompanying scavenger hunts that kids will love.
Special Features:
* bonus booklet for children to check off their finds and a magnifying ruler for up-close looks at insects, leaves and butterflies
* 21 great Minnesota hikes the whole family will love
* trivia questions and scavenger hunts for each hike
* all the details that parents want including directions, tips on where to eat and stay, and what else to do in the area. Minnesota Walking Clubs Click on title or image for more info and price The Best Hikes of the Twin Cities Amid the Minneapolis-Saint Paul area is a vast collection of lakes, parks and trails. So it stands to reason that there are some spectacular hikes available to anyone who appreciates fresh air and pictorial views. Kate Havelin has found the best of the best and collected them into one convenient book. As an added feature, she's included a few great trails for night hikes, too. Minnesota Walking Clubs Click on title or image for more info and price 60 Hikes within 60 Miles: Minneapolis and St. Paul The decisive guide to day hikes in the Twin Cities' area just got better. Updated maps, new hikes, new photos, and brand-new trailhead coordinates - provided as UTM and Latitude/Longitude formats - make Tom Watson's authoritative guide to Minneapolis and St. Paul's best hiking even more useful than before. For readers who asked for actual driving mileage and wheelchair accessibility, each hike now contains that information in the Key At-a-Glance information box. Minnesota Walking Clubs Click on title or image for more info and price Gentle Hikes: Minnesota's Most Scenic North Shore Hikes Under Three Miles Gentle Hikes shows you where to go for the best North Shore hikes under three miles. With this book, you have details on over 45 hikes and 15 picnic sites at your fingertips. Such details are useful for everyone but they are indispensable for those with small children, seniors, families with a range of physical abilities or people with physical challenges. From Duluth to the Canadian Border, these great hikes are inviting everyone. Minnesota Walking Clubs Click on title or image for more info and price Great Minnesota Walks - 49 Strolls, Rambles, Hikes and Treks Follow in the footsteps of the early voyageurs, ramble beside river rapids, trek through tall trees, or savor a scenic overlook as you discover some of Minnesota's finest walking trails. Walkers of every age and ability will find trails covering all corners of the state. Minnesota Walking Clubs Click on title or image for more info and price Guide to the Superior Hiking Trail The Guide to the Superior Hiking Trail provides an impressive amount of information for those wishing to "day" or "through" hike the Superior Hiking Trail. Its excellent maps and trail descriptions combined with a plethora of geological, historical and cultural information make this a "must have" for anyone considering visiting the SHT. In this guide the trail is broken down step-by-step with great hints, tips and ideas as to what to see where and when to go. Minnesota Walking Clubs Walking sticks are helpful for maintaining balance, maneuvering, and reducing stress on the back, knees, legs, and feet. The Walking Sticks Store stocks numerous inexpensive hand carved walking sticks. Some of our walking sticks include useful features such as a compass, a thermometer, or a camera-binocular mounting screw, and others can be separated into three pieces and stored in a compact carrying case. easyfuncandlebiz.com
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