The Woods

More Hiking Back to Ponds.

This summer, I plan to spend more time hiking back to remote lakes that are more off the beaten path. I have found that summits are often crowded, and while they give great views, hiking mountains is tiresome and seeing lots of people takes away from the solitude I prefer in the wilderness.

 Chain Ponds

Solo Camping in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

The UP looks like a nice place to explore, with all the sand and woods. Probably a lot like the area around Chase Lake in the Western Adirondacks or Moose River Plains, only larger and flatter.

Groundhog Hunting 2011 Pennsylvania

I saw a ton of ground hogs when I was out in that part of Western Pennsylvania a few years back. They really are kind of a nuisance to farmers, as they dig holes in their fields.