He then transported Katie, Osten and I to a campsite that was recommended by two teachers who were on the portage path and we set up lunch while he went back to get Lindsey and Anders. It was very close to the portage area so it was PERFECT. We spent some time exploring again and were thinking about swimming but the chill in the air wasn't enticing enough. As we were finishing up our lunch, two canoers asked if they could claim the site for their evening camp. We quickly abandoned the island and Brad once again taxied us to the portage area. This time it was Anders' turn...it was a great test for him and he did it, but he was very tired and sore when it was done. I think it gave him a newfound admiration for his strong Dad.
Back to camp where to lounged, played cards, fished, read, witteled, prepared dinner and kept seeing sweet little creatures around camp. The chipmunks, the snake, a grouse, red squirrels, loons, small mouth bass, crayfish, flies (argh), mosquitos (not as bad as those pesky flies) and later during an evening paddle/fish, we spied a painted turtle sunning itself on a log.
Another campfire, some star gazing and it was again off to bed. Great day in the BWCA.
trying out the rapids area near Alpine Lake
Discovering we needed to paddle to the portage
doing a Beat Box Battle on the island in Alpine Lake
Momma and daughter in matching shades
Katie hanging out by the portage spot
Lindsey aka "the whitteler"
Osten checking out the sharpness of the spear
Playing Tenzi...so fun
catching and releasing a small mouth
the painted turtle hanging out on a log
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