With Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge covering over 14,000 acres, there are more than 45 miles of trails to discover! Join us on our beginner hiker series as we explore the trails together. No prior experience needed, and no special equipment required.
Date and Time: Saturday, August 10th from 9:00-10:30 am
Location: Wilkie Trailhead - 7701 County Road 101 E, Shakopee, MN 55379
Registration Information: 10 walk in spots available and 15 spots open for voluntary registration through Linktree Select the program to be taken to the sign up.
Activity Level: Medium-active, we will walk a good walking pace and make some stops.
Meet Us: Wilkie Unit Trailhead parking lot. Please consider carpooling with others in your party due to limited parking.
What to Bring: Good walking shoes, water, and bug spray/sunscreen if you have it. Monitor weather forecast and be prepared for the temperature and precipitation. A cancellation notice will be sent via email to registered participants in the event of severe weather. If you are not registered, please monitor our website, SignUp, or MeetUp page.
Accessibility: There are no restrooms or water located at this trailhead. This walk takes place on flat terrain with varied surfaces ranging from paved to natural surface. Depending on seasonal trail conditions, trails may not be suitable for strollers or wheelchairs. There are no benches or rest areas along the route.
Program Leader: This program is led by refuge staff.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is committed to providing access to these events for all participants. Please direct all requests for sign language interpreting services, close captioning, or other accommodation needs at least ten business days before the event to Oscar Hernandez at oscar_hernandez@fws.gov.
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Event location name
Wilkie Trailhead
7701 County Road 101 EShakopee,55379MN