Do you hear banjos? If so, paddle faster!
Are you going into a stiff headwind? Paddle harder!
Places I Like to Camp
Anywhere! No, really! If I can hang a hammock between a couple trees or there’s a flat enough spot on the ground, it’s home for the night or several. Whether it’s a sandbar on the Wisconsin River, a campsite on the side of a backpacking trail, a Scout camp, or some random state park, if camping’s allowed I will.
About Me
Hi, I’m Al! I like to think of myself as an amateur outdoorsman and occasional conservationist. Really, I just like to be outside as much as possible, whenever possible, especially if there’s a canoe involved!
Sometimes I tell people there’s no such thing as bad weather, just inadequate gear choices.
I also am involved with local Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts serving as an adult leader for both and also as a merit badge counselor.
Blog
BWCA 2018 Part 7
Saturday, August 18 Another mostly cloudy morning to start our last day. We’re not too far from the public access so there’s no rush in trying to pack up camp. After I’ve been up for a while and have had some coffee, I pack up the tarp and hammock before rousing the kids. We’re having …
BWCA 2018 Part 6
Friday, August 17 Evie wakes me up in the middle of the night, wanting an escort on the latrine trail. Canoe country can be spooky at night, especially when the moon’s but a sliver that sets shortly after the sun does. We make the short hike and right away I’m super cold, like teeth chattering …
BWCA 2018 Part 5
Thursday, August 16 I’m up again about 6:30. Thankfully we didn’t fully unpack yesterday as it became apparent that we were moving again today. I heat the rest of the coffee again and then once I’ve got a cuppa then I turn my attention to heating water for a Mountain House Breakfast Skillet and if …
Contact
If you know me in real life, then you probably know how to get a hold of me. But, just in case, you can look me up on Facebook or send me an email. Links for both are on the bottom of the page!