Twin Cities Hiking Meetup

Please join us for a moderately fast-paced hike on wooded trails, around the ponds and lakes of Lebanon Hills Regional Park in Eagan. We will choose a route from several options, ranging from approximately 4.5 to 5.4 miles in length.

For even more fun, consider joining us for an optional post-hike lunch at Ansari Grill, 1960 Rahncliff Ct, Eagan, MN 55122

Wondering about the pace? Typically it's between a 16 and 17-minute mile. If you don't know how fast that is, please assume it's pretty fast. We provide maps for anyone who might fall behind.

Let's meet up outside the Holland Lake Trailhead Pavilion at 9:15 AM. We will make introductions and get going by 9:17.

No dogs, no kids, no plus-ones.

If your plans have changed and you are unable to attend, please be respectful of others and update your RSVP in a timely manner. Do your part to stay off the dreaded "no show" list.

Confirmed hikers: If your plans have changed, please update your RSVP before 7:00 AM Saturday morning so someone on the wait list can attend. If you are wait-listed: Keep an eye open up until 7:00 AM Saturday to see if you made it onto the confirmed list. In the meantime, if your plans have changed, take yourself off the wait list.

Recommended: Dress for the weather. Layers tend to work well. It may be colder as you start out, but you will warm up during the walk. Bring water as you feel necessary.

Questions: Post questions in the comments section after you RSVP.

Important: ### By signing up for this hike, you assume all responsibility for your safety and well-being and release Twin Cities Hiking Meetup hikers, organizers, events organizers, and members from any (and all) personal injury and property damage liability. ####

PLEASE Note: This hike is challenging as it involves climbing steep hills at a fast pace and is suited for more conditioned hikers seeking a workout. This is NOT suited for beginner or casual hikers. If you fall behind the group, the hike leader will not wait for you, or go back looking for you as everyone else is relying on the leader to keep the hike moving.

We will meet at 9:00 am for a fast-paced hike (approx. 16-16.5 minute miles) at the MTB Trailhead Parking Lot in Murphy-Hanrahan Park Reserve in Savage. We will get going by 9:05, so don't be late. We will hike a route approximately 6 miles in length, depending on the condition of the trails, and the weather. We will hike in light rain, but if conditions look too bad, we will cancel the hike by 7:30 am.
There are restroom facilities and water available. We will start on time if everyone is there, but will only wait five minutes past the hour for late comers.

If your plans have changed and you are unable to attend, update your RSVP in a timely manner so we are not waiting for you at the start and to allow those on the waitlist to attend. Hikers who are no-shows may not be permitted to attend future hikes. Keep your RSVP current.

Questions? Send a message or post your questions in the comments section after your RSVP.

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 hikers, from any liability.

We are moving to Ft Snelling State Park. Hike is at 5:30 pm ct. This is a moderate fitness speed hike, so it's meant to be not too fast, not too slow, 4-5 miles for approximately 1.5 hours. Exact route can change based on path's conditions or just to make things interesting.
Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear appropriate and comfortable footwear. We hike rain or shine (but not if there is a tornado watch/warning, hail, or lightning) Also, if you can't make it -- be nice and cancel as soon as you find out -- at least 24 hours in advance whenever possible.
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.