Space: limited to 10 participants
Cost: $250/person; please select to sleep in the bus or tent when registering. The bus is open to the first 6 registrants
REGISTER by September 22
The Walking Space Queer Walk is a safe, inclusive space designed to inspire and connect participants in a nature-drenched, adventure-driven weekend. Here, our shared queerness acts as a connecting point to deep relationships and transformative experiences. Through our guides, Andrew and Ian, and Associate Conference Minister Rev. Kevin Brown, you will be given access and led through outdoor adventures, and activities built to give you agency in a space not always welcoming to queer folks. Physical and mental blocks will present themselves while you walk and participate in the weekend activities. These can be unpredictable but invaluable in what they reveal about yourself, during the walk, but also after your time with Walking Space.
The trail we use in Southeastern Minnesota is called the Root River Trail. It is a repurposed train track bed and usually used by bikers. It is entirely paved and mostly flat, making it accessible to most people of varying ability, as we plan to walk 4-7 miles each day. The trail is nestled along the Root River and the ancient, picturesque bluffs that have stood for millennia.
At each stopping location, participants are housed in either our one-of-a-kind hostel on wheels, the Bunk Bus, or private tent. The campground has bathrooms and showers for participants to use.
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Each bunk area has a narrow twin spring mattress, outlet, light, and privacy curtain. Bedding, a pillow and a towel are provided – you are more than welcome to bring your own. A small locker or drawer is provided for each participant to use for their belongings. The bus has air conditioning and heat when needed. There is a small kitchenette and seating area for relaxing and congregating.
Andrew Boddicker and Ian Zahren staff Walking Space which Andrew founded. Walking Space invites you to flow with your footsteps.
This event is underwritten by the Pilgrim Point Legacy Funds.