island – The Park Pilgrim

Spaces & Places

Guest Post by Anna (an appreciator of place)

May 16, 2020

Anna and I grew up together. We spent a good chunk of our childhood climbing trees, exploring nearby fields and woods, and running around in nature. Although currently separated by miles (and a border), Anna and I regularly enjoy telling each other about recent outdoor adventures. This is her story.

Being in nature has changed … Read more

47 Parks

Isle Royale Recap

June 9, 2017March 12, 2019

Countdown:

2 more parks to go!

Length of Stay:

1 very full day, plus another morning at the visitor center on the mainland

High:

Being on a remote island on a sunshiney day

Low:

Too short (I had the option to spend the weekend, but the Lodge was expensive and I didn’t have Clarence with

47 Parks

Isle Royale is one of the least visited national parks in the United States. It’s no wonder, given the fact that it is extremely difficult to get to. A seaplane would have taken me directly to this island in the middle of Lake Superior, but would have cost a pretty penny. I opted for a … Read more

Guest Post by Anna (an appreciator of place)

Isle Royale Recap

Pristine Wilderness