Outwoods, being a strictly volunteer, non-profit organization, is a vehicle for the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and allies (GLBTA) community and their friends in Minnesota and adjacent states to publicize quality, enjoyable, non-competitive, outdoor recreational activities. The best way to learn about Outwoods and meet other people is to come on a trip. However, there is no person or committee that plans activities; trips happen when individuals submit their listings to the newsletter. T …

Minnesota Inner City Outings (MN ICO), part of the North Star Chapter of the Sierra Club, provides inner city youth with an introduction to outdoor adventures including dayhikes, backpacking, canoeing, camping, and skiing. In conjunction with community agencies, MN ICO leads small groups of youth on, what is for many, their first outdoor experience. MN ICO provides the volunteer leaders with training in outdoor recreation and safety as well as all the equipment needed for the trip, while the age …

This is a group for anyone who wants to bicycle (or tricycle) on level trails for short distances with lots of rests. I have arthritis in my knee and was sad because hiking was banned by my doctor. But he also wants me to lose weight! My bicycle no longer feels stable so I found something called the Terra Trike which feels very stable and comfortable for me. I can ride limited distances -- only 4 or 6 miles for now is just fine for me. Although I would like to get up to 10 miles. I am 66 years o …