by Melanie McManus | Oct 28, 2021 | Minnesota, North Country Trail 2017 – Still Hiking
Last night’s sleep before heading to Strup Lake today was great! Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links (among regular links) to products I own and like, or which I think you might like. This means that, at no extra cost to you, I will earn a commission...
by Melanie McManus | Oct 29, 2021 | Minnesota, North Country Trail 2017 – Still Hiking
Today’s goal was to camp as near to the western terminus as I could. But first, a recap of last night. Yesterday, I hit two high peaks where I was able to get cell service. I checked the weather forecast and saw there was a 50 percent chance of rain from about 10 p.m....
by Melanie McManus | Oct 30, 2021 | Minnesota, North Country Trail 2017 – Still Hiking
I was excited for my trek into Ely today. First, it would cap off this little jaunt on the Kekekabic Trail. Second, it would be mostly a long road walk, which was a welcome thing for me after the tough Kek. And third, when I finished I’d drive to...