What to do when traveling on the Ice

1 Be cautious when crossing with snow cover, makes cracks harder to see

2 Don't travel on ice at night

3 4inches of ice is safe to walk on 

4 What happens if i fall through the ice?

Stay calm

focus on your breathing

call for help

always let someone know where you are going

get out of wet clothes right away.

Midwest Outdoor Symposium 

May 20-22 2022

Forest Glen Preserve - Georgetown IL

truenorthexp.com/events/midwest-outdoor-expo-and-symposium

Annie Nelson talks on her book- Thru Hike the superior hiking trail.

Get medical help if you think you have frostbite or and changes or color changes to your skin.

Dress properly

Don't let your water filter freeze

Pack emergency clothes and gear

Re-check the weather

promotemichigan.com- for all your MIchigan trips and getaways. A Special thank you to Dianna Stampfler for allowing us to use her web site on Michigan pathways.

RavenRisingllc.com- For alpine foods and Steripen ultra from Katadyn

Hiking Lessons

1 You can't give up in the middle of the trail

2 There will always be that voice in your head that say's " I can't"

3 You are only strong as your weakest link

4 positive attitudes will help you with every step you take

5 If you aren't strong you will burden others if you're not prepared

6 No need to rush, when you rush you will make a mistake

7 Every minute learning will be a good day spent.

Challenge yourself in the new year by hitting the trails early and getting your 100 miles on the NCT.