Sat AM hike at Gale Woods Farm + Mi Pueblo – Mound

Join us for a hike over the hills, through the woods, and along the shore of Whaletail Lake at Gale Woods Farm! Along the trail, you may see chickens, cattle, sheep, guard dogs, cats, and a llama.

Following the hike(optional), join us for a late lunch/refreshments at Mi Pueblo Mexican Bar & Grill, 2281 Commerce Boulevard, Mound, MN
https://mipueblomn.com/about-us/

We will hike approximately 6 miles at a medium pace (~19-20 minute miles) over 2-2.5 hours, We will stop a few times to enjoy the scenery and hydrate. All of the trails will be non-paved trails with uneven terrain that varies with gravel, sand, mud and dirt. There are several hills on this trail and a few are steep.
For an extra workout, CONSIDER BRINGING YOUR PACK! This is optional, but I will be wearing my pack for this hike.

Protective clothing or DEET spray should be considered for potential ticks and mosquitoes that are active at this time of year.

Bathrooms: there are modern bathrooms and drinking water in the visitor center, but none along the trail.

Parking is FREE.

IMPORTANT: Please honor your RSVP and if your plans change update your status to Not Going at least 24 hours in advance, even if you are on the Waitlist.

HIKE AT YOUR OWN RISK: By signing up for this event, you agree to assume personal responsibility for all risks associated with this event, and release the organizers, event hosts, and other members of the venue, from any liability.
Furthermore, all participants are expected to adhere to the guidelines agreed to when signing up for Meetup: https://help.meetup.com/hc/en-us/articles/360002897532-Usage-and-content-policies-Rules-for-using-Meetup

Sorry, no dogs, +1s or children allowed on this hike.
Due to consideration of the farm animals, dogs are not allowed at Gale Woods.

We will meet in front of the visitor center – by the chickens.
See you there!