Winding waterways, beaver dams, tight turns, and a chance to see a moose. This is just a small portion of what Hog Creek has to offer. Some use Hog Creek as an entry or exit for a route through the BWCA, we used it as a way to get to our destination of Perent Lake.Continue reading “Hog Creek to Perent Lake: A Destination Lake”
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Camping on Kawishiwi: Baby’s First BWCA Trip
August of 2020, we embarked on an adventure of great mystery. We had no idea what to expect, BWCA with a baby? Were we crazy? No… just ambitious. But ambition did not get the better of us. Through careful planning and thorough packing, we managed to have a very successful trek. Here’s how… Why Kawishiwi?Continue reading “Camping on Kawishiwi: Baby’s First BWCA Trip”
Don’t Rock the Canoe: Getting Babies & Toddlers on the Water
Being the Minnesotan that I am, one of my favorite activities is canoeing. Being in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, it makes sense! Any parent would understand that sharing your passions with your kids is priceless. But some of our passions are a little more difficult to accomplish with kids in tow. Difficult is notContinue reading “Don’t Rock the Canoe: Getting Babies & Toddlers on the Water”
Clove Lake: A Boundary Waters Beginner Lake
So, you’ve decided to tackle a trek in the great Boundary Waters Canoe Area and Wilderness? That’s great! But where are you going? There are about 80 or so entry points to choose from. Finding the right lake can be a daunting task for a first timer. I was lucky enough to begin my adventuresContinue reading “Clove Lake: A Boundary Waters Beginner Lake”
Safety Tips for Toddlers in the Wilderness
Bringing our kids on new adventures is such a rewarding experience! Watching them discover the wilderness is so neat. But you don’t want that heartwarming experience to turn into disaster. Here are some tips to keep your grand adventure from turning into a nightmare. Life Jackets First things first: Puddle Jumpers are not life Jackets.Continue reading “Safety Tips for Toddlers in the Wilderness”
Tettegouche: An accidental Trip
Well…. Not every trip can go according to plan. The Original Boundary Waters Trip Plan So here is what was supposed to happen: Pack the Rogue while Scott finishes some last minute work Leave midmorning and arrive at BWCA Entry point Larch Creek by 3pm Set up camp and have s’mores as a treat forContinue reading “Tettegouche: An accidental Trip”
