Women in the Wild MN September is headed north! We will meet at Jay Cooke State park to peep the fall colors!
When:Saturday September 26 leaving Brainerd at 8 am sharp
Where: Jay cooke State Park
Transportation: you are responsible for getting to and from park-let’s connect and see who wants car pool!
What to bring: Lots of water, sunscreen, good shoes, hiking poles, backpack with snacks, a lunch to be eaten by the water, bug spray, sunglasses.
Located just 20 minutes outside of Duluth, Jay Cooke State Park spans 8,900 acres of dramatic St. Louis River gorge. It features over 50 miles of hiking trails and an iconic suspension swinging bridge, offering the perfect mix of rugged wilderness and accessible, breathtaking scenery.
Customize Your Mileage: The park has trails for every fitness level. You can do a leisurely 2-mile walk or tackle the popular 5.4-mile Carlton and Willard Munger loop that takes you through diverse forest and meadow landscapes.
Departing from Brainerd at 8 am sharp. This drive is under two hours, so perfect for exploring out of town for just a day. We will meet at the main parking lot near the visitor entrance. Maps are available for purchase. I have hiked this park and have been able to utilize my all trails app and not lose service within the app
A community meet up for like-minded women interested in moving their bodies in the outdoors. Restore your peace and step into your strength while connecting with women and nature around you. This free monthly meet-up is designed to empower women of all backgrounds and skill levels to embrace the beautiful north central MN wilderness together.
Diverse seasonal adventures. Every month is a fresh opportunity to try something new. Together we will hike, peddle, paddle, try our hand at ice fishing, tapping maple trees, and more.
Our mission is to move our bodies with joy, lift each other up, and tap into the raw, restorative power of the wilderness.
Nature is medicine. We aren’t just getting outside for the great views; we are doing it to heal. Science shows that spending time in nature radically shifts our biology. Being among the trees triggers our bodies to increase Natural Killer cells, a critical type of white blood cell that fights infection. Studies show this type of cell can see an 80% increase lasting up to 30 days!