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The Minneapolis/St. Paul Backpackers Meetup Group

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Saint Paul, MN, US

1,459 members · Public group

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What we’re about

COVID-19 Policy:
We take our health and your health seriously. All Trips will include precautions specific to that activity from your Trip Leaders.

We ask all participant who have a fever, or flu-like symptoms to stay home

This group welcomes backpackers of all levels, from beginner to long-trail alumni, to share their interests, expertise and enthusiasm for backpacking. Our group is centered in the Twin City metro area but welcomes members from broader MN and surrounding states as well.

The agenda is up to you. We always welcome input and trip ideas from all of our members.

We share, discuss and learn about equipment, techniques and experience to make living in the wilderness comfortable, safe and fun.

WE MAY EVEN GO BACKPACKING!

We label our backpacking trips as "Base", "Intermediate", or "Advanced" so members can pick events they are ready for. See below for trip level descriptions.

Links to helpful information:
Trip Difficult Rating: Comparison Chart
Past trip summaries
Trip Difficulty Rating: Descriptions
Helpful Information for Backpackers
Suggestions for Trip Leaders

Upcoming events

1

Sat, Oct 25 · 8:30 AM CDT
Hike and Dine Luce Line State Trail (Orono)
Luce Line Trailhead, Luce Line Trail, Plymouth, MN, US
Let's meet to hike the Luce Line State trail for a total of ~7 miles.

After the hike we will dine at Blackwater coffee and cafe.

Depending on the weather, trails could be icy/slippery.

Where to meet: Meet us at the Luce Line State Trail parking lot off of Stubbs Bay Road S.

Time/distance: This hike will cover 7 miles and take 2-2.5 hours.

Parking: There is plenty of free parking in this area.

Recommend to bring: Water, high-energy snack, dress according to weather. Ice-grippers and hiking poles are needed for snowy days.

The usual: No Kids, No Dogs, No +1's: Only registered members may attend.

This event is jointly hosted by Minneapolis/Saint-Paul backpackers meetup and Hardy hikers meetup group so there will be more attendees than what you see here. Please signup on only one event.

Important: ### By signing up for this hike, you assume all responsibility for your safety and well-being and release Minneapolis/Saint-Paul backpackers, organizers, events organizers, and members from any (and all) personal injury and property damage liability. ####
8 attendees

Past events

370

Organizers

Ken and 15 others

Members

1,459

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