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Sep 2021
Mountain Bike Mission Creek
Duluth is one of six gold-level mountain bike ride centers in the world. Join the University of Minnesota Duluth's Recreational Sports Outdoor Program in this exploration of the Mission Creek trail system. Bikes and helmets are available for rent at the Rental Center. All skill levels are welcome. Instruction, bikes and transportation to Mission Creek are provided. Participants meet at the tennis courts outside UMD's Sports and Health Center and should bring a water bottle and appropriate clothing for the…
Find out more »One event on Sep 22, 2021 at 5:00 pm
One event on Sep 29, 2021 at 5:00 pm
One event on Oct 6, 2021 at 5:00 pm
Sea Kayak Sunset Paddle
One event on Sep 22, 2021 at 5:00 pm
One event on Sep 29, 2021 at 5:00 pm
One event on Oct 6, 2021 at 5:00 pm
Witness the last rays of the day glistening on the water and watch the lights come up in the city. A sundown kayak tour on Duluth’s waterfront. Register by noon on Tuesday, October 5. All kayaking and safety gear and instruction provided. Head lamp, clothes and shoes to get wet in and a water bottle are recommended. Meet at the UMD Boat Shed, 1401 St. Louis Avenue on Park Point.
Find out more »Beginner Belay Clinic
The University of Minnesota Duluth's Recreational Sports Outdoor Program presents this belay clinic with specialized instruction for new climbers. The clinic takes place away from onlookers and accomplished climbers on the Inland Wall at the far side of the ice rink in the UMD Sports and Health Center.
Find out more »Great Lakes Beach Sweep
The University of Minnesota Duluth's Recreational Sports Outdoor Program invites the public to join the annual Alliance for the Great Lakes beach sweep to help keep Lake Superior free from trash and litter. To volunteer, meet at the UMD Boat Shed, 1401 St. Louis Ave., on the harbor side of Park Point.
Find out more »Gym to Crag: Top Rope Anchors (Session 1: Placing Protection)
Learn the basics of placing several different types of climbing gear during this University of Minnesota Duluth Recreational Sports Outdoor Program event. The group will focus on placement and evaluation of standard rock-climbing protection in this class designed for beginning climbers looking to become self-sufficient in building their own anchors for top roping, or experienced gym climbers looking to take the first steps to climbing outdoors. No experience is necessary, gear is provided, and additional personal gear is welcome. Register…
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Sunday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Oct 10, 2021
Whoopsa Daisy Farm
An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Sunday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Oct 10, 2021
Visit the animals, play in the sandbox and corn pit, play yard games, walk through Dino Land, go on a scavenger hunt, take a wagon ride and create some arts and crafts. Tickets available at the door.
Find out more »Gym to Crag: Top Rope Anchors (Session 2: Indoor Practice, Connecting 2-4 Piece Anchors)
This University of Minnesota Duluth Recreational Sports Outdoor Program event offers hands-on practice combining two, three and four pieces of protection to create top-rope climbing anchors. Safety at the cliff edge and efficiency/timeliness will also be addressed. Gear is provided; additional personal gear is welcome. Prerequisites: Anchors session 1 or equivalent experience placing climbing protection. Register by noon on the day of the event. Meet at the Inland Wall at the UMD Sports and Health Center. The cost is $5…
Find out more »Take a Kid Hunting Weekend
Getting youth outdoors in pursuit of squirrels, rabbits and other small game is the focus of Take a Kid Hunting Weekend, which runs Sept. 25-26. During the weekend, adult Minnesota residents accompanied by a youth younger than age 16 may hunt small game without a license, although they must comply with open seasons, limits and other regulations. Hunting small game is a way to introduce kids to hunting. Kids learn how to search for game signs, properly handle firearms and…
Find out more »Gym to Crag: Top Rope Anchors (Session 3: Natural Anchors and Outdoor Practice)
This University of Minnesota Duluth Recreational Sports Outdoor Program session combines the first two sessions, adding additional detail about natural anchors. Participants will be placing and connecting anchor points, and setting up simulated and actual top-rope climbs. Gear is provided; additional personal gear is welcome. Transportation to the climbing location is provided. Participants should bring warm clothes, a lunch, snacks and water. Register by noon on Sept. 24. Meet at the outdoor tennis courts by the UMD Sports and Health…
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Saturday, repeating until Oct 30, 2021
An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Sunday and Saturday, repeating until Oct 31, 2021
An event every week that begins at 2:00 pm on Saturday, repeating until Oct 31, 2021
An event every week that begins at 2:00 pm on Sunday and Saturday, repeating until Oct 31, 2021
e-Bike Duluth Guided Tour
An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Saturday, repeating until Oct 30, 2021
An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Sunday and Saturday, repeating until Oct 31, 2021
An event every week that begins at 2:00 pm on Saturday, repeating until Oct 31, 2021
An event every week that begins at 2:00 pm on Sunday and Saturday, repeating until Oct 31, 2021
Explore Hartley Nature Center or Hawk Ridge with an e-bike tour guide. Saturdays and Sundays in September and October. Riders ages 15+ are welcome and helmets are provided. Staff will give bike tutorials and lead small groups on scenic tours. Plan for approximately two hours. Limited space. Call for more details and reservations: 218-206-3659. Tours begin at e-Bike Duluth, 1713 London Rd., Duluth.
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 1:00 pm on Saturday, repeating until Sep 25, 2021
Free Canoeing and Kayaking on Rock Pond
An event every week that begins at 1:00 pm on Saturday, repeating until Sep 25, 2021
Try canoeing and recreational kayaking on Bagley Nature Area's Rock Pond. Provided: canoes, recreational kayaks, equipment and instructors.
Find out more »Gym to Crag: Top Rope Anchors (Session 4: Top Belay Anchor Setups)
This University of Minnesota Duluth Recreational Sports Outdoor Program session introduces ideas for belaying from the top of a climb. It will cover the basics when transitioning from belaying at the base to belaying at the top. The class location is Shovel Point; transportation from UMD is provided. This is not a climbing trip, it is an anchors-building clinic. Gear is provided; additional personal gear is welcome. Prerequisites: Anchor sessions 1 through 3 or equivalent experience. Participants should bring warm…
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until Dec 7, 2021
Women on the Wall
An event every week that begins at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until Dec 7, 2021
An event specifically for all female-identifying people. Meet at UMD's Inland Wall, located on the far side of the ice rink, for inclusivity-focused climbing. Beginners are always welcome. All equipment is provided and female-identifying instructors will be present. No registration necessary.
Find out more »Oct 2021
Bridging the Gap
This event takes all of Duluth’s major bragging points and incorporates them into one race. Participants start above Hawk Ridge, taking in the fall colors and Lake Superior views that Skyline Parkway has to offer. After traversing along Hawk Ridge, participants “Bridge the Gap” with a fun descent down Seven Bridges Road from the Skyline to the waterline. The second half of the course runs along the Lake Superior shoreline with a grand finish in Leif Erickson Park. This run…
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