Date: September 13-15, 2024
Theme: “Kink In Space” – Where the only limit is your imagination, and in space, no one can hear you… celebrate!
52+ Years of Atons: Join us as we embark on a galactic journey, marking over half a century of unity and fun. Prepare for a weekend that’s out of this world!
Lodging: 3 days and 2 nights in our communal space cabins, accommodating up to 18 adventurers. Remember, cabin selection is on a first-come, first-serve basis, so dock early!
Meals: Enjoy a cosmic array of meals from Friday night dinner to Sunday brunch, including a formal banquet on Saturday night. Plus, intergalactic snacks!
Optional Early Arrival: Touchdown on Thursday, 9/12, for those eager to explore the terrain early. You’re responsible for your food until Friday dinner.
Embark on adventures across meals, games, discussions, and play spaces. Explore nature trails, enjoy the tranquility of space, or connect with fellow spacefarers. Our dungeon and play spaces are open for those looking to explore new frontiers.
Pack your space gear – sleeping bags, toiletries, a flashlight for exploring alien landscapes, and essentials like insect repellent and sunscreen.
To adhere to state park rules pets, non-prescription drugs, and public nudity are not allowed.
RVs and Tents: Due to state park regulations, we cannon accommodate RVs and tents in the group center space.
All vehicles will need a 2024 Minnesota state parks vehicle permit to enter the park. The cost is $7 per day permit, or $35 for a year-round permit, if you don’t already have one. (We encourage you to get a year-round permit so you can enjoy more of Minnesota’s beautiful state parks. Permits can be purchased online or at any state park, or you can but it on-site as you drive into the park.
Age Verification: By joining the Atons Gopher XXIV Run, you certify that you have orbited the sun at least 21 times. Remember, space travel is for adults!
Substance Policy: Keeping Our Space Safe
We want our interstellar journey to be safe and enjoyable for all. Please understand that bringing nonprescription drugs aboard our spacecraft is strictly prohibited. Let’s keep our cosmos clear!
Liability: Navigate at Your Own Risk
Embarking on this space odyssey means acknowledging that the Atons of Minneapolis and the MN DNR aren’t responsible for any space anomalies. This includes injuries, damages, or lost items, whether caused by space pirates, asteroids, or your own spacewalks. Let’s all float safely!
Check back here soon for the social hour sign up list.
Visit our TeeSpring store to order our 2024 Run Shirts. Shirts are available in multiple style and colors. The shirt will be mailed to you.
Ad Deadline: Sunday, September 1st, 2024
Ad Submission: Email your ad file
to run@atons.net. Include “Run Ad” and your club or business name in the subject.
If you cancel your reservation before August 15, 2024, we will refund your registration cost minus the PayPal processing fee. If we cancel the Run, we will refund registrations, including PayPal processing fees.
The Atons of Minneapolis is a leather social club for gay, bisexual, and men who have sex with men, along with our friends. The club is dedicated to promoting a positive image of leather through social activities. We seek to foster both the unity and diversity of the leather communities and work to encourage local, national, and international fellowship.
Founded in 1972, the Atons are one of the United State’s oldest continuously active Leather/Levi social fraternities.
The Atons are a proud member of the Mid-America Conference of Clubs
The Atons are a proud sponsor of Minnesota Leather Pride.
All are welcome at our events. And that means you.
