Overnight Trips for 2001:

Feb 9-11

Mississippi Headwaters Hostel Winter Trip (X-C ski, hike)

Annual winter trip to HI-AYH Mississippi Headwaters Hostel in Itasca State Park. A yearly favorite to a pristine location. Cross-country skiing on over 30 miles of groomed trails, hiking, snowshoeing, and various indoor and outdoor activities. (We always hope for good snow, but remember last year? Even bicycling is possible.) Check out the HI-AYH website: www.himinnesota.org, then click on Mississippi Headwaters Hostel.
Leader: LeAnn Cummins

Feb 14-26

Hiking Trip to New Zealand

Hiking along the Milford and Routeburn Track in the Southern Alps of New Zealand. Magnificent! Trip Leader: Floor Kooyman

Mar 27 - Apr 8

Natchez Trace Tour

The Trace ride starts at the Father Ryan House overlooking the Gulf in Biloxi (read: fancy place) and heads west to Port Gibson just north of Natchez. After spending two days at a B&B in Port Gibson, we will make our way along the Trace and stay at more pedestrian places until we reach the hills of Tennessee. There we will again luxuriate at two B&B's before packing our gear.
Leader: Mary Wingfield.

May 11-13

Bikin' N Brainerd Trip

Spend Mother's day and the fishing operner weekend on rides in the "North Country", and experience the unique setting, sumptuous meals, and the personal attention of Lost Lake Lodge. Bike among the tall pines of Upper Gull Lake near Nisswa where hidden in the forest is one of the "Top 25 Resorts in the Midwest". Trip Leader: David Gepner

May 11-13

Spring Loomis Mountain Bike Weekend - Cable, WI

Jerry Loomis getting his bike ready to go to his "Spring 2001 Jerry Loomis Mountain Bike Weekend" in the woods outside of Cable, Wisconsin! Jerry says that Saturday and Sunday, May 12 and 13 are the times for bikers to enjoy the Chequamegon Area Mountain Bike Association Off-Road Bike Trail System. Rides for all levels. HQ at Alpine Inn. Tony Anthonisen and Dave Erick.

Jun 22-24

Velo Trempealeau - Summer - Whitehall, WI

Last year many of you accepted the invitation to join us to "explore countrysides from the sun-kissed bluffs, secluded valleys, and curving green hills to gold-crowned prairies best experienced from the vantage point of a bicycle seat." Whether you joined us last year or just heard about the amazing vistas and scenery, you are summoned to come to discover the area that "truly captures the heart and soul of our rural American heritage."

Jun 29 - Jul 1

Western Exposure - MN - Alexandria, MN

Experience Lake Country! Alexandria is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy the beauty of inviting lakes, lush green rolling hills and peaceful pastures. We invite you to see what treasures our countryside offers. Ride where the glaciers traveled leaving beautiful and varied terrain. See where the vikings landed making the world famous Kensington Runestone. We'll stop in Lake Carlos State Park. Don't forget your swimsuit, there will be opportunities for a refreshing dip. It will mainly be on back roads with low traffic or roads with a good shoulder.
Trip Leaders: Susan Walsh and Dave Erick

Jul 18-21

Friendship Tour 2001 - Wisconsin

Escape to Wisconsin next July and experience four days of absolutely gorgeous biking in Northwestern Wisconsin! Friendship Tour 2001 will be a fully-supported, 4-day TCBC bicycle tour along scenic country roads, and features two days of riding through the heart of Birkie country and the Chequamegon National Forest.

Jul 28-31

Northern Exposure - MN - Biwabik, MN

Experience Superior National Forest. You can choose to ride 1, 2, 3, or 4 days of this series - no pre-registration. At the leader's briefing receive a full color brochure of maps for the Mesabi Trail and the city. This area is hilly to rolling terrain with several lakes. There is a mixture of deep forest and open wilderness, and we'll ride over the continental divide on "the roads where the dogs sleep" because there's so little traffic! Trip leaders: Dave Erick and Kristine Poelzer

Aug 10-12

Weekend On Wheels (WOW) - Winona, MN

This will be based at Winona State University this year.  Both mountain bike and road bike routes will be a part of the 2001 WOW.  Initial plans include a Friday ride from the Twin Cities to Winona.  With any luck, Saturday dinner will be held on a Mississippi Riverboat.

Aug 16-19

Bicycle Duluth with Tom & Dona Devine

Four glorious days of biking in Duluth. We will bike from Duluth to Two Harbors for lunch and back one day. Duluth to Carlton (for lunch) on the Munger Trail on another plus 2 other days of riding the back roads of Duluth. Bernie Kalkenbrenner (Duluth resident) has come up with a couple of good routes for the other two days. You will be on your own for accommodations. Come for 1 day or come for all 4. It's not the same weekend as the "Blues Festival" so it should be easier to make reservations. Watch for details about meeting times and places in the July Ride Schedule. Leaders: Tom and Dona Devine

Aug 17-19

Southern Exposure - MN - Mankato, MN

You can choose to ride 1, 2, or 3 days of this series - no pre-registration necessary. Arrive 20 to 30 minutes prior to each days' depart time for the leader's briefing & to receive a full color brochure of maps for local paved trails and the city. You can choose either the B or A/B distance/terrain option. The B routes are designed for a social group of cyclists to experience the smooth pavement of the trails & low traffic roads that feature a variety of scenery through wilderness areas, wooded ravines & vistas overlooking charming small towns. The A/B routes are training favorites of the local racing cyclists that include various climbs and turns provided by the two river valleys as well as traightways begging to be hammered. Mankato is about 1 1/2 hours (80 miles) southwest from the Twin Cities. You can choose to "motel it" or stay at a nearby campground. Experience the Minnesota River's bend.
Trip leaders: Dave Erick and Kristine Poelzer

Sep 2-9

Big Thrills in the Black Hills

Black spruce, hills, and Spearfish Canyon, oh my. Enjoy the wonders of this sacred land after the Winnebagos go home. Mileage is variable (maximum of 60 mi/day) with half the days involving looped routes from our places of abode. Accommodations include B&Bs, lodges and cabins. Leader: Mary Wingfield.

Sep 7-9

Bikin' N Brainerd Trip - Fall Edition

Spend a fall weekend on rides in the "North Country". Experience the unique setting, sumptuous meals, and the personal attention of Lost Lake Lodge. Only 150 miles north of the metro you will bike among the tall pines of Upper Gull Lake near Nisswa where hidden in the forest is one of the "Top 25 Resorts in the Midwest". Trip Leader: David Gepner

Sep 28-30

Velo Trempealeau - Fall - Arcadia, WI

Last year many of you accepted the invitation to join us to "explore countrysides from the sun-kissed bluffs, secluded valleys, and curving green hills to gold-crowned prairies best experienced from the vantage point of a bicycle seat." Whether you joined us last year or just heard about the amazing vistas and scenery, you are summoned to come to discover the area that "truly captures the heart and soul of our rural American heritage."

Oct 12-14

Fall Loomis Mountain Bike Weekend, Cable, WI

This is mountain biking at its best! The "Fall 2001 Jerry Loomis Mountain Bike Weekend" in the woods outside of Cable, Wisconsin! Trip Leaders: Tony Anthonisen, Dave Erick, and Kathy Dukinfield.

Oct 19-21

Root River Romp IV

Enjoy the trails and roads in southeastern Minnesota. Trip Leader: Mike Beadles