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| Ongoing | Buy your Minnesota State Parks permits at REI | $ |
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State Park permits available at REI. |
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| Sign up any time. | Get this calendar by email! | Free |
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Sign up for REI gearmail and get our classes and events emailed to you each month. |
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| Ongoing | Run In and Recycle (Shoe Recycling Program) | Free |
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Recycle your old shoes at REI Bloomington and REI Maple Grove |
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| ongoing program | PEAK Kids' Leave No Trace Presentations | Free |
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A fun way to teach kids the Leave No Trace environmental principles whether they're out camping or playing in their local park.
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| ongoing | Group Climbing at the REI Bloomington Pinnacle | $ |
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Plan your own private group climbing session. The REI Pinnacle and expert belay staff offer a unique chance for team building and adventure! |
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| Click the link below for details | Open Climbing | $ |
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No experience needed! REI's expert staff will guide and support you through an exhilarating climb to the pinnacle's summit. |
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| ongoing | REI Community Room Available for Rent | $ |
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Groups can now rent the REI Bloomington Community Room space. Most availability is weekdays during the day and weekends. |
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| Ongoing | Donate your old bike at REI | Free |
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Bring an old bike to donate for Full Cycle, a non-profit that helps homeless youth by giving them free bikes to fix up and ride. |
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| 2009 | REI Gives: 2009 Twin Cities Area Grant Recipients | Free |
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2009 Twin Cities Area Grant Recipients |
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| 11/1/2009 6:00 AM | The New Lyndale Bridge is Open | Free |
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The new Lyndale bridge officially opens on October 31st, 2009. |
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| 11/1/2009 10:00 AM | Purchase a Cross Country Ski Package at REI & Receive a Free Entry to the REI Tour Event | Free |
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Thinking of purchasing a new ski package this year? Purchase a ski package at REI and receive a free entry to the City of Lakes Loppet's REI Tour - a non-competitive ski through Theodore Wirth Park. Offer valid Nov. 1 - Dec. 31, 2009. |
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| 11/1/2009 10:00 AM | REI Member Discount for City of Lakes Cross Country Ski Loppet Events | $ |
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Are you a member of REI and interested in registering for any of the City of Lakes Loppet Cross Country Ski Events? REI members receive 15% off. Offer valid Nov. 1st - Dec. 31st, 2009. |
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| 11/1/2009 11:00 AM | Register for the Turkey Day 5K at REI | $ |
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Start your Thanksgiving feast with a healthy first course! This festive holiday tradition starts with a morning fun run and walk for people of all ages. Register at any local REI store now - November 25th and you'll receive an REI coupon! |
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| 11/3/2009 7:00 PM | Marmot Presents Beth Rodden's Weather Transition Workshop | Free |
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Join us for an inspiring presentation from Beth Rodden, world renowned climber, who will share her wisdom on dressing to be comfortable in colder weather conditions. |
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| 11/4/2009 6:00 PM | Open Climbing Class on the REI Pinnacle | $ |
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Climbing class that is open to all climbers including those under 14 years old. |
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| 11/4/2009 7:00 PM | Heart of the Continent Expedition Presentation | Free |
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The largest expanse of public green space in North America makes up the Heart of the Continent. This presentation will bring to life the 350 mile canoe and portage voyage of nine land managers and conservation stakeholders on a mission to promote and celebrate the conservation of the spectacular international public lands we are privileged to have. |
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| 11/5/2009 7:00 PM | Inland Sea Kayaker Meeting | Free |
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Stop in to learn more about the Inland Sea Kayakers! |
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| 11/7/2009 1:00 PM | Intro to Geocaching | Free |
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Join REI expert staff at Carpenter Nature Center for an afternoon of geocaching fun! |
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| 11/9/2009 6:30 PM | Intro to Ice Climbing & Mountaineering | Free |
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Curious about ice climbing? Or are you thinking about making the transition from rock climbing to ice climbing, or how about challenging yourself to climbing a mountain? |
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| 11/10/2009 7:00 PM | MN Off-Road Cyclists Monthly Meeting | Free |
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Stop in to learn more about the MN Off-Road Cyclists (MORC). |
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| 11/11/2009 7:00 PM | Minnesota Speleological Survey Monthly Meeting and Presentation | Free |
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Come and learn about caving in Minnesota! |
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| 11/12/2009 7:00 PM | Dressing for the Outdoors Women's Workshop Presented by GORE-TEX Outerwear | Free |
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Dressed improperly in cold weather, a woman's body can experience heat loss in key areas. Come learn layering techniques and how certain fabrics can keep you warm and comfortable. Every participant receives a free goodie bag and a chance to win lots of other great prizes! |
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| 11/14/2009 11:00 AM | Electronics Recycling Day at REI Bloomington | Free |
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Electronics can be dropped off to be recycled in the back of the REI Bloomington parking lot free of charge. TV's have a small fee. Event runs from 11am-3pm. |
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| 11/14/2009 1:30 PM | Doctors Without Borders - Put Your Ideals Into Practice | Free |
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Medical and nonmedical professionals are invited to join us for a presentation to learn more about how you can join Doctors Without Borders' pool of dedicated aid workers. |
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| 11/16/2009 7:00 PM | Kayak Repair and Maintenance | Free |
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Putting your kayak down for its long winter's nap? Join Inland Sea Kayakers to learn about some simple maintenance you can do now so your boat is ready to go next spring. |
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| 11/17/2009 6:30 PM | Ride to Cure Diabetes Kick-off & Info Night | Free |
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Learn more about being a part of the team that moves us towards a cure with every mile pedaled and every dollar raised. Event runs from 6:30 - 8:30pm. |
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| 11/18/2009 6:00 PM | Open Climbing Class on the REI Pinnacle | $ |
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Climbing class that is open to all climbers including those under 14 years old. |
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| 11/18/2009 6:30 PM | MN Nature Photographers Monthly Meeting | Free |
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This months presentation topic is "Winter in the Badlands". |
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| 11/19/2009 6:00 PM | MN River Valley Audubon Chapter Auction and Bake Sale | Free |
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Get some of your holiday shopping done, have fun and help raise money to support a variety of environmental education projects. |
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| 11/20/2009 9:00 AM | REI Holiday Hours | Free |
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Holiday Hours start on November 20th, click the link below for exact dates and hours. |
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| 11/23/2009 7:00 PM | SHiFT Forum | $ |
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Come find out more about this local non-profit. |
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| 11/24/2009 6:30 PM | Twin Cities Trout Unlimited monthly meeting | Free |
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Join the TCTU on the fourth Tuesday of each month. |
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| 11/26/2009 8:15 AM | Turkey Day 5K | $ |
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Start your Thanksgiving feast with a healthy first course! |
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| 11/26/2009 10:00 AM | REI is Closed on Thanksgiving | Free |
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REI is Closed on Thanksgiving |
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| 11/27/2009 8:00 AM | Black Friday Special Promotion | Free |
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The first 300 customers at each REI retail store on Friday, November 27th will recieve an REI Reusable Shopping Bag and an REI Gift Card valued at either $5, $25, or $100! |
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| 11/30/2009 6:30 PM | Intro to Snowshoeing | Free |
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If you ever thought about getting into snowshoeing, this is a great introduction to the sport! |
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| 12/1/2009 7:00 PM | YMCA Camp Menogyn Info Night | Free |
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Learn more about this amazing wilderness tripping camp for teens. |
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| 12/2/2009 6:00 PM | Open Climbing Class on the REI Pinnacle | $ |
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Climbing class open to all climbers over 14 years old. |
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| 12/3/2009 7:00 PM | Inland Sea Kayaker Meeting | Free |
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Stop in to learn more about the Inland Sea Kayakers! |
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| 12/5/2009 9:00 AM | Scratch & Dent Sale at REI Bloomington | Free |
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Shop at REI's Scratch & Dent sale for great deals on used and damaged merchandise. This sale is at REI Bloomington only. We will be open at 9am for this sale due to special holiday hours. |
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| 12/7/2009 7:00 PM | Venturers Ski-'n-Snowboard Club Info & Sign-up Night | Free |
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Learn more about this non-profit co-ed snowboarding and skiing group that's fun and affordable for youth grades 8-12. |
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| 12/8/2009 7:00 PM | MN Off-Road Cyclists Monthly Meeting | Free |
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Stop in to learn more about the MN Off-Road Cyclists (MORC). |
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| 12/9/2009 6:00 PM | Women's Specific Climbing Class on the REI Pinnalce | $ |
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REI offers an introductory women's specific climbing class for women over 14 years old. |
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| 12/10/2009 6:30 PM | Intro to Cold Weather Camping & Hiking | Free |
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Camp out in the cold and snow? Of course! |
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| 12/11/2009 12:00 PM | Sandstone Ice Festival | Free |
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Welcome in the Winter with the Sandstone Ice Festival, December 11-13. The Ice Festival celebrates its fifth year returning with ice climbing clinics and gear demos, winter camping , snow shoeing, and skijoring. |
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| 12/15/2009 7:00 PM | The Science Behind Magic In Creating Beautiful Ice Luminaries | Free |
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Join us to learn how to make truly beautiful ice luminaries. The expert volunteers from the City of Lakes Luminary Loppet will be on hand to share their secrets on how they construct over 1,000 ice luminaries for this event. |
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| 12/16/2009 6:00 PM | Open Climbing Class on the REI Pinnacle | $ |
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Climbing class open to all climbers over 14 years old. |
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| 12/16/2009 6:30 PM | MN Nature Photographers Monthly Meeting | Free |
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The annual holiday program will feature the end of year competition for best photographs. |
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| 12/21/2009 7:00 PM | Inland Sea Kayakers Presentation | Free |
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Join Inland Sea Kayakers for their show and tell program. |
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| 12/22/2009 6:30 PM | Twin Cities Trout Unlimited Monthly Meeting | Free |
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Join the TCTU on the fourth Tuesday of each month. |
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| 12/23/2009 6:00 PM | Family Climbing Class on the REI Pinnacle | $ |
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REI offers an introductory climbing class for families. |
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| 12/28/2009 7:00 PM | SHiFT Forum | $ |
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Come find out more about this local non-profit that supports people in mid-life who seek greater meaning in life and work. |
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