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by michigandave
Wed Aug 24, 2016 9:34 am
Forum: General Questions and Miscellaneous
Topic: Proposed user fee increase
Replies: 18
Views: 8539

Re: Proposed user fee increase

It wouldn't hold me back from going. They've got to keep pace with fees at other parks, plus it's a small price to pay when you look at the big picture of all the other costs (transportation etc) when you plan a trip there. Or I'll tag along with Donk_67 :) .
by michigandave
Fri Aug 31, 2012 6:52 am
Forum: Other Places and Parks
Topic: Grand Island, Michigan 2012
Replies: 0
Views: 1127

Grand Island, Michigan 2012

I had the opportunity to head up there solo for 4 days, 3 nights July 26-29th, 2012. First of all, the weather was perfect....70's & 80's during the day, mid 60's at night and I never used my deet, but I did use my mosquito net at night with my hammock. Good information is available at this link...
by michigandave
Fri Aug 31, 2012 5:12 am
Forum: Other Places and Parks
Topic: Porkies 3 nighter?
Replies: 5
Views: 4212

Re: Porkies 3 nighter?

In Jujne of 2011 we did a 3 night 4 day trip to the Porkies, utilizing the rental cabins and had a great time. The rental cabins all have rustic sites within a quarter to half mile away. Here's our route: Lake of the Clouds overlook down to Buckshot cabin along the Superior shore, next day head down...
by michigandave
Tue Jul 31, 2012 5:16 am
Forum: Trip Reports
Topic: TR: 5/14-5/21, 2012 [Daisy-McCargoe-Chippewa-Moskey-3 Mile]
Replies: 7
Views: 4949

Re: TR: 5/14-5/21, 2012 [Daisy-McCargoe-Chippewa-Moskey-3 Mi

Grand Island was awesome and a great place to go on my first 4 day solo hike. I couldn't ask for any better weather! I'm starting to work on a trip report that I'll post in the "Other Places-Grand Island" topic. Unfortunately, the park service has closed the Northeast (aka Freighter View) ...
by michigandave
Tue Jul 24, 2012 11:09 am
Forum: Trip Reports
Topic: TR: 5/14-5/21, 2012 [Daisy-McCargoe-Chippewa-Moskey-3 Mile]
Replies: 7
Views: 4949

Re: TR: 5/14-5/21, 2012 [Daisy-McCargoe-Chippewa-Moskey-3 Mi

Great trip report! I've followed the blackcoffeeatsunrise for a couple years and really enjoy them. Last year my daughter and I used your Porkies trip as our guide when we were there in June 2011. Next month we're heading to S. Manitou and using your wife's guide too. In 2 days I'm leaving for Grand...
by michigandave
Sat Mar 10, 2012 7:15 am
Forum: Other Places and Parks
Topic: Pictured Rocks!
Replies: 34
Views: 18736

Re: Pictured Rocks!

My buddy and I did the trip this past October 2012. We went from Log Slide to Munising Falls (37.5 miles, 2 1/2 days) and really enjoyed it. We had planned on an extra day, but when we got to our last nights site at Cliffs, it wasn't too impressive and the thought of pasties, Keewanaw Amber Ale and ...
by michigandave
Sat Mar 10, 2012 7:00 am
Forum: Gear & Supplies
Topic: What are you going to use your REI dividend on? 2012 edition
Replies: 26
Views: 14895

Re: What are you going to use your REI dividend on? 2012 edi

Last year I got a great pair of Asolo boots with my rebate, coupon and some cash that have carried me well. This year my wife is claiming the rebate, unless I can get to the mail first :lol: .
by michigandave
Thu Dec 22, 2011 6:28 pm
Forum: General Questions and Miscellaneous
Topic: Training or shakedown trail suggestion SE Michigan
Replies: 4
Views: 2731

Re: Training or shakedown trail suggestion SE Michigan

I do the overnight to Blind Lake a couple times a year at Pinckney and it really is a great trip. Since you go to Highland Rec Area, another 10 minutes east on m-59 puts you at Pontiac Lake. The outer loop is about 9 miles and there's some nice climbs that will give you a workout. Trails are in pret...
by michigandave
Sat Nov 05, 2011 10:25 am
Forum: Other Places and Parks
Topic: What are your winter plans?
Replies: 5
Views: 2739

Re: What are your winter plans?

Back to snowshoeing for the winter to keep me in somewhat decent shape. I've got a couple state recreation areas within 15 minutes of my house giving me plenty of options for 3-12 mile loops. Sometimes I'll pack the tarp and stove and take a nice break midway through my trip. I'm going to try a snow...
by michigandave
Fri Sep 16, 2011 4:52 pm
Forum: Food & Cooking
Topic: Good Trail Food site
Replies: 3
Views: 4465

Re: Good Trail Food site

Try the "Bangers and Mash" from Pack-it Gourmet. Best rehydrated potatoes in the world!!! I also liked the berry-berry breakfast smoothies, but my daughter thought they tasted more like crumbs in dirty water. Tons of protein too. For cocktails, the moonshine margarita and the mudslide were...
by michigandave
Sun Mar 27, 2011 11:45 am
Forum: Gear & Supplies
Topic: What are you going to use your REI dividend on? 2011 edition
Replies: 12
Views: 6326

Re: What are you going to use your REI dividend on? 2011 edi

I took advantage of my dividend last week and bought a pair of Lowa Zephyr boots. Between my dividend and the member coupon, it cost me $100 bucks! Can't wait to get out on the trail soon.
by michigandave
Sat Feb 19, 2011 6:25 pm
Forum: General Questions and Miscellaneous
Topic: Isle Royale National Park: Foot Trails and Water Routes
Replies: 2
Views: 2338

Re: Isle Royale National Park: Foot Trails and Water Routes

I picked the new edition of Jim's book through his website before Christmas and he wrote a nice note to me in the front of the book. I highly recommend the book for anyone planning a trip to ISRO. The maps are detailed and the written trail guides are a great information resource.
by michigandave
Fri Jan 14, 2011 8:52 am
Forum: General Questions and Miscellaneous
Topic: Fun with Google Earth
Replies: 11
Views: 7397

Re: Fun with Google Earth

Thank you for putting together such a complete guide to the Island. Google earth never ceases to amaze me! I'm looking forward to spending some time with it in planning out my 2011 trip to ISRO.
by michigandave
Fri Dec 24, 2010 7:36 am
Forum: Gear & Supplies
Topic: Handheld GPS units on IR
Replies: 11
Views: 7610

Re: Handheld GPS units on IR

Back in June I purchased my GPS and decided on the wrist mounted Garmin Foretrex 401 GPS (http://www.rei.com/product/790321 $200). I had a met a hiker on the Manistee Trail who was using one and I was sold. Note, this unit will show your speed/distance/time/compass/elevation/ position and tracks onl...
by michigandave
Wed Dec 15, 2010 8:54 am
Forum: Other Places and Parks
Topic: Porcupine Mtns one of 10 Best State Parks
Replies: 12
Views: 5012

Re: Porcupine Mtns one of 10 Best State Parks

After browsing the forums, researching and consulting with my 12 year old daughter on where she wants to go next, I purchased "Porcupine Mountains: Wilderness State Park, A Backcountry Guide for Hikers, Backpackers, Campers, and Winter Visitors" (Jim DuFresne, author). We've since booked a...