Saturday, August 2 - 8:15am - 9:00am -Yoga
Free Yoga every Saturday morning from 8:15 to 9:00a.m.. The instructor is former Midwest Mountaineering employee, Andy Lear. The store opens at 9:00, but a manager will let you in between 8:05 and 8:15a.m. Thrifty Outfitters
Monday, August 4 - 6:30pm BWCA: Everything You Need to Know
Find out everything you need to know about paddling in the BWCA. Bear Paulsen, General Manager at Northstar Canoes, will share his knowledge of permits, routes and general wilderness tripping techniques. He'll give you hints on avoiding the crowds whether you're base-camping or traveling daily. He'll also share ways to avoid the two most threatening parts of canoe country – bugs and bears. Expedition Room, Midwest Mountaineering
Monday, August 4 - 6:30pm - Climbing 101
Take yourself to new heights and learn the ropes through hands on experience in our Climbing Cave. Learn the basics of bouldering, top roping and what you need to know to get started in this invigorating sport from our very own expert climber Carolyn Hansen. All equipment provided. Wear comfortable clothing!
Pre-registration recommended – limited to 10 participants. Cost $5, no refunds. Minimum age 15. 612–339–3433 Climbing Cave, Midwest Mountaineering
Wednesday, August 6 - 5:00pm – 7:30pm - BIC SUP One Design Challenge Minneapolis Race Series
The concept for the BIC SUP One Design Challenge is simple – Participants paddle around a short race course, all using the same BIC SUP 12’6" WING board, which event organizers provide for participants to use. Top finishers advance to a finals and a winner is crowned, but for newbies the real accomplishment lies in the journey, not the podium. On top of the fitness, fun and socializing, all participants are entered into a drawing to win a 12’6" WING from BIC Sport, the same stable, user-friendly board used for the races. We provide the board, paddle, etc. – just show up ready for fun and competition! All skill levels welcome. Entry fee $30.00. Pre-registration required. 612–339–3433 Want to put in some practice before race day? Boards are available for rent ($30.00) 7 days a week.
One Design Challenge Minneapolis Race Series Schedule:
June 25th 5:00 – 7:30p.m.
July 9th 5:00 – 7:30p.m.
July 23rd 5:00 – 7:30p.m.
August 6th 5:00 – 7:30p.m.
More: bicsuponedesign.com
Lake Nokomis near the main (northwest) beach
Saturday, August 9 - 8:15am – 9:00am - Yoga
Free Yoga – every Saturday morning from 8:15 to 9:00a.m.. The instructor is former Midwest Mountaineering employee, Andy Lear. The store opens at 9:00, but a manager will let you in between 8:05 and 8:15a.m. Thrifty Outfitters
Wednesday, August 13 - 6:30pm - Bouldering Divas
The second Wednesday of every month is now the all women, ONLY women, evening of bouldering in the Cave! Carolyn Hansen will be on hand to answer questions and help provide a fun and relaxing atmosphere. All abilities welcome from the, "I've never done this before", to those who want to set routes, and everyone in-between. Pre-registration recommended – limited to 10 participants. Minimum age 15. Climbing shoe rental is $3. 612–339–3433 Climbing Cave, Midwest Mountaineering
Thursday, August 14 - 6:30pm - Evidence of Bigfoot
Brent Harring has been an amateur bigfoot investigator since 2006 and has explored the subject extensively, focusing on the work of four scientists: Grover Krantz of Washington State University, Henner Fahrenbach of the Oregon Regional Primate Center, John Bindernagel of British Columbia, and Jeff Meldrum of Idaho State University. In addition, Brent affiliated with the amateur Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization (BFRO) and attended six BFRO field expeditions from 2008-2010 in WY, WI, MI, and MN. He studied forensic tracking in Gardiner, MT last October with Jeff Meldrum and Jim Halfpenny. During his presentation, Brent will discuss evidence of bigfoot, the Great Ape Hypothesis, and “bigfooting” as a recreational outdoor pursuit. Expedition Room, Midwest Mountaineering
Friday, August 15 - 8:00pm - River Bassin' Tournament Check-in
Tournament check-in here at Midwest Mountaineering. A catch-photo-release tournament series for paddle-powered anglers who enjoy wild waters! The River Bassin Trail is designed to give anglers of all skill levels a chance to compete in a family-friendly environment on the nation's wild river waters. These waters are often neglected and seen as unimportant. This eco-friendly trail hopes to bring attention back to the rivers and the wildlife and beauty they behold.
Awards: River Basser of the Year, River Bassin Team of the Year, Young River Basser, Top Female, Big Fish, First Catch
Tournament details facebook.com/riverbassintrail
Registration (Register as a team or individual. Prices from $20 to $100. Midwest Mountaineering
Saturday, August 16 - 8:15am - 9:00am - Yoga
Free Yoga – every Saturday morning from 8:15 to 9:00a.m. The instructor is former Midwest Mountaineering employee, Andy Lear. The store opens at 9:00, but a manager will let you in between 8:05 and 8:15a.m. Thrifty Outfitters
Saturday, August 16 - River Bassin' Tournament Day
Tournament details above: Friday Check-in - Return to Midwest Mountaineering at 3:30 to check in for scoring, food and fellowship. Midwest Mountaineering
Monday, August 1- 6:30pm - Divas Climbing 101
Women, take yourself to new heights and learn the ropes through hands-on experience in our Climbing Cave. Wear comfortable clothing and get ready to soar! All equipment provided. Instructed by Carolyn Hansen. Sign up early because these classes are popular! Pre-registration recommended – limited to 10 participants. Cost $5, no refunds. Minimum age 15. 612–339–3433 Climbing Cave, Midwest Mountaineering
Tuesday, August 19 - 6:30pm - El Camino De Santiago
St. James Way, or as the Spanish call it; El Camino de Santiago, is a famous pilgrimage starting in the Pyrenees of France and ending on the northwestern coast of Spain. It can be backpacked – but is different than most hikes in the U.S. since you can stroll through quaint historic towns, stop for coffee and pastries, and experience a unique combination of culture and nature! Join our employee, Haley Diem, who completed 500k of the trail in 2012 to discuss her experience, and provide tips for those who might be interested in walking the Camino for their next European adventure. Expedition Room, Midwest Mountaineering
Thursday, August 21 - 5:00pm – 9:30pm Customer Appreciation Party
Four years ago we hosted a party to celebrate receiving the 2010 Retailer of the Year award from Backpacker Magazine and SNEWS. Since everyone had such a blast, we've decided to make the party an annual event. This time we're not celebrating an award, but we are still hosting a party to say THANK YOU to everyone that helps make us successful. Stop by and join us for brats, burgers, vegie burgers, potato salad, cake, juice, specialty beer and spin the wheel prizes! Visit with Midwest Mountaineering staff and with Midwest's outdoor enthusiast community. Save the date … join us for both The North Face Speaker Series and Midwest Mountaineering's annual Customer Appreciation Party!
5:00 – 7:30pm: Annual Customer Appreciation Party - look for coupons in an upcoming email newsletter for free specialty beer, juice, brats, burgers, veggie burgers, potato salad, cake and spin the wheel prizes! Our way of saying thanks to you for supporting us!
8:30 – 9:30pm: North Face Speaker Series party for the attendees of the Alex Honnold presentation. Alex Honnold is one of the most recognizable icons in modern rock climbing. Alex is best known for his daring free-solo ascents, in which he climbs thousand-foot cliffs without a rope or harness of any kind. Free-soloing has allowed Alex to scale mountains in hours that would normally take climbers days to complete. Come see the new film, Relativity of Risk, then hear the story behind it as Alex speaks live and answers questions from the audience. Midwest Mountaineering
Saturday, August 23 - 8:15am - 9:00am - Yoga
Free Yoga – every Saturday morning from 8:15 to 9:00a.m.. The instructor is former Midwest Mountaineering employee, Andy Lear. The store opens at 9:00, but a manager will let you in between 8:05 and 8:15a.m. Thrifty Outfitters
Saturday, August 23 - 9:00am – 12:00pm -Try Before You Buy Kayak & SUP Demo
Test-paddle kayaks and stand up paddleboards with our expert staff. There will be no canoes at this demo. We bring the boats, paddles, and personal flotation devices. You come dressed to play! No pre-registration required. Would you like to play, but can't on this day? Take a look at our paddlesports demo schedule. Bryant Lake Regional Park, Three Rivers Park District
Thursday, August 28 - 6:30pm - Climbing 102
Climbing 101 clinic is a prerequisite for this clinic. Carolyn Hansen will provide this opportunity to expand your technical skills and help prepare you for more advanced climbing. We'll review knots, commands, and belaying, along with more in-depth explanations and uses of climbing gear. Don't worry; we will still have time to climb! Pre-registration recommended – limited to 10 participants. Cost $5, no refunds. Minimum age 15. 612–339–3433 Climbing Cave, Midwest Mountaineering
Friday, August 29 - 7:00pm Free Film Night – Red Gold
The Bristol Bay Region of southwest Alaska is home to the Kvichak and Nushagak rivers, the two most prolific sockeye salmon runs left in the world.Two mining companies, Nortern Dynasty Minerals and Anglo American, have proposed an open-pit and underground mine at the headwaters of the two rivers. This film is produced by Felt Soul Media and Trout Unlimited Alaska, and is a one-hour documentary film on the proposed mines and land use issues, told through the voices of commercial, subsistence and sport fishermen of Bristol Bay, Alaska. Red Gold is the winner of the Director’s Choice for Best Documentary at the Telluride Mountain Film Festival.Expedition Room, Midwest Mountaineering
Saturday, August 30 - 8:15am - 9:00am - Yoga
Free Yoga – every Saturday morning from 8:15 to 9:00a.m.. The instructor is former Midwest Mountaineering employee, Andy Lear. The store opens at 9:00, but a manager will let you in between 8:05 and 8:15a.m.. Thrifty Outfitters