We did it. We conquered our first overnight trip in the BWCA. Even if it was only for about 28 hours. Monday, when we finally got our first ‘weekend’ days off, we headed out. We hitched a ride with another group who was headed to the drop in at East Bearskin (lake). From there we paddle the length of that lake, portaged to Alder lake, and finally portaged to Canoe lake where we met up with one of our co-workers, Mike K., who was on a solo trip. We had great weather and were surprised by the ease of the journey, which makes us more excited and confident about our next venture.
Along the way we saw a loon fishing from about 10 yards from the boat. When we arrived Mike was just getting back from a hike to Johnson falls, which he was gracious enough to return to and then be our guide. That portage, which we only hiked, was about 230+ rods (1 rod = 16.5 feet…who knew?!), but well worth it. With the late thaw, the water was rushing from the three-tier waterfall. Beautiful. When we returned to campsite we made up a tortilla-less (oops) burrito meal. And ended with a relaxing campfire.
However the next day was a bit different. Kirsten woke up with an infected finger. And the wind was gusting. It also looked like it might rain. Fortunately, the wind was at our backs, which it rarely is; and the rain held. So we had to cut the trip a bit short to get the finger looked at, but overall a pretty smooth ride home.
Next time we’ll be out longer, and get more pix. But until then enjoy these below.
Along the way we saw a loon fishing from about 10 yards from the boat. When we arrived Mike was just getting back from a hike to Johnson falls, which he was gracious enough to return to and then be our guide. That portage, which we only hiked, was about 230+ rods (1 rod = 16.5 feet…who knew?!), but well worth it. With the late thaw, the water was rushing from the three-tier waterfall. Beautiful. When we returned to campsite we made up a tortilla-less (oops) burrito meal. And ended with a relaxing campfire.
However the next day was a bit different. Kirsten woke up with an infected finger. And the wind was gusting. It also looked like it might rain. Fortunately, the wind was at our backs, which it rarely is; and the rain held. So we had to cut the trip a bit short to get the finger looked at, but overall a pretty smooth ride home.
Next time we’ll be out longer, and get more pix. But until then enjoy these below.
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The photo of Will raising his hand standing next to the canoe. That is my new backgroud on my Zune.
You should see if Ken has planned his yearly Boundary Water trip yet. That picture could be you (plus us).
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