Burn-off those turkey/tofurkey calories

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

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Burn-off those turkey/tofurkey calories for a brisk hike around two city lakes. If you'd rather be outdoors than stand in shopping lines at the mall, this hike is for you!!!

We will hike lake Harriet and lake Bde Mka Ska (Calhoun) for a total of approx. 7 miles. There will be an out around 4 mile mark for those who don't want to hike the entire 7 miles. Depending on the weather, trails could be icy/slippery.

Where to meet: Meet us by the concession stand at at Harriet lake band shell. We will leave at 08:30am so please arrive on time.

Parking: There is plenty of free (on street) and paid parking (lot) 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 the 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.