Trip Planning

Day Hike at Mt. Minnie

By Stacie / February 26, 2023 / Comments Off on Day Hike at Mt. Minnie

It has been a cloudy winter, without much sunshine or much good snow for outdoor recreation. Here in Northern Michigan today on this February Sunday, we are having blue skies, with sunshine to make the snow sparkle. Today was a first visit to the Mt. Minnie Nature Preserve in Honor, MI. This 65 acre preserve…

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lake at sunset

Outdoor Adventuring Over 50 For Beginners

By Stacie / July 13, 2022 / Comments Off on Outdoor Adventuring Over 50 For Beginners

Better late than never Outdoor adventuring over 50 for beginners. It’s not too late to get started! Are you thinking about getting out into nature and planning some new adventures? As two 50-somethings, we hope to share our experiences with you to get you thinking about what is possible. Nothing extreme – just getting out…

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Packing your backpack

Packing a Backpack for Backcountry Camping

By Stacie / March 23, 2022 / Comments Off on Packing a Backpack for Backcountry Camping

Packing a backpack for backcountry camping is an essential skill. By mastering this, you will be able to get out to see more natural places! Backpacking is a great way to stay fit, explore, and get to places most people don’t get to see. Learn how to pack your backpack for backcountry camping in the…

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Packing Your Kayak

Packing Your Kayak for a River Trip

By Stacie / March 23, 2022 / Comments Off on Packing Your Kayak for a River Trip

Wonder how to pack your kayak for a river camping trip? In this introductory video see what we pack and how we fit it in our boats. We recorded this on location at the Canoe Harbor State Forest Campground in Grayling, MI on the Au Sable River. Packing your kayak for a river trip is…

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