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A Weekend Up North

Luke and I packed up the car late on a Friday afternoon, got Patronus ready, then headed out for another trip to northern Michigan. Both of us were ravenously hungry after a long day of work, so we made a pit stop at Burger King along the way. Luke got…

Posted on September 11, 2019November 26, 2019 by Kristy by Kristy

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A Summer Backpacking Adventure

Patronus and I pulled in to the parking lot for the trailhead just after 3:00 P.M. After taking some time to get our packs situated, we made our way to the edge of the lake where the trail begins. We had a 7 mile hike ahead of us before we…

Posted on July 28, 2019November 26, 2019 by Kristy by Kristy

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A Weekend in Northern Michigan

Luke, Patronus, and I headed up to northern Michigan to spend fourth of July weekend with our friends, Matt and Amanda and their two dogs. We spent Friday just hanging out, catching up, and relaxing with a bit of stargazing thrown in for fun. I was amazed at how clear…

Posted on July 9, 2019November 26, 2019 by Kristy by Kristy

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Summer Camping + Hiking with Patronus

It was hot and sunny on the afternoon when Luke, Patronus, and I loaded up our car and headed out for a weekend of low key camping. There was still at least an hour of daylight left when we finally reached the campground. I decided to set up our tent,…

Posted on June 15, 2019November 26, 2019 by Kristy by Kristy

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Camping at Wilderness State Park

Wilderness State Park is located in the northern part of Michigan's lower peninsula, near Cross Village and Mackinaw City. Its campgrounds stretch along the coastline of Lake Michigan. In addition to several hiking trails within the park, it is also located near the North Country Trail. My friends and I…

Posted on June 11, 2019November 26, 2019 by Kristy by Kristy

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Backpacking the Potawatomi Trail

The Potowatomi Trail is a beloved destination for hikers, backpackers, trail runners, and cyclists, offering over 17 miles of hilly trails in a quiet area of southeast Michigan. Ironically, when you look at it on the map it appears as if you're going through Hell [Michigan]. Admittedly, unless you're in…

Posted on April 24, 2019November 26, 2019 by Kristy by Kristy

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Our First Anniversary: Day Hiking + Touring Eloise Psychiatric Hospital

I crawled out of bed two hours before I actually wanted to, shuffled into the kitchen, and brewed myself a cup of coffee. By nature, I am a far cry from anything that could even close to resemble a morning person. It was the morning of our first wedding anniversary,…

Posted on November 6, 2018November 26, 2019 by Kristy by Kristy

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Exploring Maybury State Park

I awoke to a smiling Patronus in my face at 10:00 A.M. on the morning we had planned to visit Maybury State Park. Apparently he did not forget the night before, when I told him we were going to go on another adventure. The two of us were all ready…

Posted on October 31, 2018November 26, 2019 by Kristy by Kristy

Silver Lake from Potawatomi Trail in Fall

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Hiking the Crooked Lake Trail

After weeks of patiently waiting for the trees to transform from lush and green to firey shades of red and yellow and orange, it was finally time for Patronus and I to head out on an adventure together, just the two of us. It was already almost 1:00 P.M. by…

Posted on October 31, 2018November 26, 2019 by Kristy by Kristy

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Sleeping Bear Trip Report: Pretzels and Beer in Bellaire, MI

Early on in the planning process, we decided having a day to relax before making the drive home would be best, so the third and final segment of our trip to the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore was visiting Short's Brewery in nearby Bellaire, Michigan. After a scenic hourish-long drive,…

Posted on September 26, 2018November 26, 2019 by Kristy by Kristy

Overlooking Lake Michigan from South Manitou Dunes

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Sleeping Bear Trip Report: Backpacking South Manitou Island

The morning we departed for our backpacking trip to South Manitou Island in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore proved to be a bit of a scramble. Due to the gale warning issued for Friday morning, the ferry was unable to run until the following day, so our only option…

Posted on September 25, 2018November 26, 2019 by Kristy by Kristy

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Sleeping Bear Trip Report: Camping in Glen Haven

When we arrived at the D. H. Day Campground in Glen Haven, the first thing we did after registering for our site and setting up our camp was to go check out the beach, which was only about a 5 minute walk away. Our original plan had been to spend…

Posted on September 25, 2018November 26, 2019 by Kristy by Kristy

Backpackers on South Manitou Island

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Sleeping Bear Vlog

Video journal of my weekend backpacking trip to South Manitou Island in Michigan. Sleeping Bear Trip Report If you’re interested, you can read the rest of my trip report to South Manitou Island by clicking on the links below. Part One: Planning Part Two: Camping in Glen Haven Part Three:…

Posted on September 22, 2018November 26, 2019 by Kristy by Kristy

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Patronus’ First Camping Trip

After months of preparation, the time for our first backpacking trip was finally upon us. (more…)

Posted on June 20, 2018November 26, 2019 by Kristy by Kristy

Finishing 51 Mile Bike Ride in Northern Michigan

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Zoo-De-Mack Weekend

Last Friday, my friend Erin and I packed up the car and headed up to Mackinaw City for the 29th Annual Zoo-De-Mackinac weekend while the guys enjoyed the houses to themselves for the weekend. The highlight of the event is a scenic 51 mile bike ride through the northern part…

Posted on May 21, 2018November 26, 2019 by Kristy by Kristy