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BWCA Solo Kayak Trip – Preparing for the Boundary Waters
This June, I’m heading into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness for a solo kayak trip. Here’s how I’m preparing — gear, food, permits, and mindset.
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Two Nights of Winter Camping in Nicolet National Forest ❄️
I spent two nights winter camping in the Nicolet, and the weather had other plans. Here’s what I packed, what worked, and what I’d change.
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A Fall Guys Weekend at Mauthe Lake
The weekend of September 20, 2025, we loaded up after work and headed to Mauthe Lake. A perfect fall camping weekend with the kids.
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Kickapoo River Fall Colors Paddle – Adventure Journal
October 10–12, 2025 — MadCityPaddlers Annual Fall Colors Trip on the Kickapoo River. One of the most scenic paddles in Wisconsin.
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