Tag: exploring

  • The Porcupine Mountains:  Western UP

    The Porcupine Mountains: Western UP

    A short three day stay at Hancock City Campground allowed us time to get caught up on some internet work before our trek to the Porcupine Mountains. I also stocked up on supplies here, good call as there isn’t a lot in the way of grocery stores in the western…

  • ‘Day Trippin’ in the UP: Northeastern Edition

    ‘Day Trippin’ in the UP: Northeastern Edition

    As we are staying put a bit longer at each place we are venturing out for day trips. Leaving our trusty home, Ralphie, behind as our base and traveling to nearby areas in the “mini-moose”, aka the 1996 Volvo 960. (Our previous Volvo was “The Moose”). You should expect to…

  • Our First “Boondockers Welcome” Site – Edmore, MI

    Our First “Boondockers Welcome” Site – Edmore, MI

    After leaving Ionia SRA we needed a spot for the weekend as all of the nearby state parks were booked. I signed up for a membership with Boondockerswelcome.com to begin my search while at Ionia SRA. A quick explanation. The website Boondockers Welcome is all about connecting property owners with…