BWAC Spring Orientation Moves to Online

Dear BWAC Members and Friends,

BWAC is less than one month away from our first spring trip, and a world away from plans and hopes launched in January. BWAC leadership now meets virtually, and the 2020 spring crew orientation will be online. Plan to log in on April 9th at 6:00 p.m. for trail and club presentations. Enjoy a few moments imagining yourself in the wilderness, whether you will be visiting the trail this spring or in the future.

Minnesotans have been social distancing since mid-March, and now “Stay Home MN” is in effect for at least the coming two weeks. While many of us are thinking creatively about how to go forward with BWAC spring trips, we also are aware it would be irresponsible to risk the safety of our members or of the people and businesses we will encounter if we leave home.

Planning for a month from now, or for two days from now, is difficult. BWAC has canceled the early May condo overnight and day trip to the Powwow Trail. Overnight trips are not canceled as of today, but doing so is a possibility. Anyone registered for a trip may cancel without penalty and receive a trip credit or full refund, or choose to use your fee to make a tax-exempt donation to the BWAC 501(c)(3). Contact me or your crew leader if you have made a decision or would like to discuss.

BWAC and U.S. Forest Service representatives met this past Monday and discussed campsite restoration and safety concerns along the Powwow Trail. You, the BWAC advocates and volunteers, are truly bringing back the Powwow for hikers today and into the future. The trail will be there when we are ready and able to visit.

Thank you for your support. Stay safe and well.

Sincerely,

Susan Pollock and the BWAC Leadership