This Summer's Grand Adventure -- Fortune Bay Expeditionary Team Campfire

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This Summer's Grand Adventure

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Pathfinder

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Date Posted: 19:05:41 05/04/05 Wed

The time has come to commit to this summers great Fortune Bay Expedition. Crossing the big Lake to Wisconson, by way of the island chain. This will be a great time.

RSVP with Pathfinder pathfinder@fortunebaycompany.com

June 23rd to the 28th.

Click here for more info. http://tinyurl.com/d8ryv

Expedition Itinerary

Start - Historic Town of Fayette, Michigan

We will spend the day relaxing at Fayette State Park, exploring the town and surrounding recreation area. We will launch from Fayette and travel to Poverty Island

Camp Alpha

Set up camp alpha on Poverty Island, we will explore the island and the exterior of the abandoned Poverty Island Light House. We will also record our visit through multiple mediums.

The Abandoned Poverty Island Lighthouse

Rock Island State Park

The main body will break up into exploration teams and hike around the Rock Island State Park. Land Features to be explored include many trails. Members will record their exploration with GPS, marking features and trails. Time permitting a team may kayak to Washington Island.

Return to Fairport, Michigan

The team will paddle straight back to Fairport, Michigan while hopping islands.

Summary

This expedition is suited for intermediate paddlers with open water experience, and members should prepare for course by hiking and kayaking an average of 5-8 hours per week and practice open water rescue skills for 2 months before the course. All members should consult with their physician before considering this trip. Members will be required to paddle around 14-19 miles per day. It is recommended that all members arrange to team up with a partner for the trip. The team will offer opportunities for paddlers to practice rescue and open water skills. GPS usage and open water navigation should be practiced before embarking on the expedition.

There is no cost for the expedition.

YOU MUST RSVP WITH PATHFINDER

If you are interested, contact Pathfinder for more information

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