We're planning our first official trip of the season- to North Manitou Island. It's a small, remote place off the cost of Leland in Michigan's northern lower peninsula. 8 miles long by 4 miles wide with 20 miles of shoreline.
There is a ferry that takes you straight to the island, and we'll be bringing our kayaks with us to paddle around. Since it's so remote, this week will be spent double checking our gear list and figuring out how to make everything waterproof.
Bobby decided to test out his beloved kayak in the pool...
And, for scientific purposes, also wanted to find out what would happen if he flipped in Lake Michigan...
As you can see... we'll have some waterproofing to do... But I'll leave that up to him while I focus on the food and fun!
Still making menu decisions (after all, we're all about the gourmet backpacking!). It will definitely involve fresh caught fish, if we're lucky. If not, a backup plan is necessary.
My only regret about this trip is that Scout can't join us. The island doesn't allow dogs, since they feel it disturbs the wildlife (fair enough). He's definitely coming on the next trip, though!
Will keep you posted with trip updates! Can't wait to share our photos and thoughts after next weekend!
Happy Thursday!
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