Sioux Hustler Trail Loop....BWCA Wilderness...Northern Minnesota

[@ThisRightSideUp]

I add to comments. Your videos draw me in as though I were there. Especially since I once spent 6 months in the BWCA and Quetico. Thank you!!!

[@shugemery]

Thankee. So peaceful up there. Especially weekdays.

[@HanaleiSurfrider1]

Thanks Shug, for taking us all along with another fine video from the wild and wooly outdoors!

[@shugemery]

HanaleiSurfrider1 Whoooooo Buddy and mahalo.

[@STANDupPhilosopher73]

Shug my friend you really have a nack for making your viewer's feel like we are there with you, thanks for taking us along.

[@shugemery]

Overgrown That tickles me to hear that.

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[@RobClaypool]

Man this video inspires me to get back into backpacking...great demenour, positive attitude, and love of life is conveyed in this video....great info too...thank you!

[@TheKro16]

Shug seems like a good person so it definitely helps relay that message.

[@AugustHawk]

The vibrant colors of the ground cover behind Alex at 2:19 really lit up my screen. Beautiful mosaic of yellows and greens freckled with autumn browns.

[@shugemery]

AugustHawk You are right....I went and looked. The whole trip was so vibrant.

[@april906outdoors3]

Yes, those are moose vertebrae! I was on a Moosewatch expedition on Isle Royale, MI, in May. Our objective was to hike off trail in search of moose bones. We found two moose carcasses, so now I know them when I see them. Thanks for taking us along on this cold, windy, but great trip, Shug!

[@shugemery]

Exciting to see...and juggle those big bones.

[@lckeeper1]

Great trip, Shug! Thanks for taking us! Can't wait to get out with that lil chill in the air and colors on the leaves!....Aaaaaaaaand thanks to you, I finally watched Sling Blade in its entirety. Darn good flick, and I would have never watched it if not for you. You inspire in all you do!

[@shugemery]

lckeeper1 I reckon we done made friends.....

[@nohill4climber]

A fine walk in the woods that was. Really nice. Thanks for showing us around!

[@shugemery]

nohill4climber Another fine walk in the woods forthcoming)))))

[@DennyRec]

That would have been a wonderful hike and sights were breath taking. Thank you so much for sharing. Please thank your two friends also.

[@shugemery]

Denny Rector Aye.....mighty fine.

[@hikewithjeff]

Shug I was in BWCAW this past Sunday through Saturday in all that snow and wind. We paddled from Mudro north into Canada near Friday Bay on Crooked Lake then down Crooked and Basswood back to Mudro. The low was 30, we had wind and rain on Sunday-Wednesday with snow on Tuesday and Wednesday. Sun on Thur and Friday though. What a great paddle in the Fall in Ely! Should have met up! Its a two day drove for us from the Smokies here in Tennessee.

[@boggycreekbeast]

Hiking, hammocking, camping, deer legs, blue collar varmints and gorgeous scenery! Excellent video, Shug! :)

[@shugemery]

boggycreekbeast It was a backwoods treat.

[@jhamersmidt1983]

Thanks for the mention and keep the videos coming you are what keeps me going in all the bad thats around. Thanks

[@jasonmcintosh2632]

Thanks for the video. It got me out this weekend (April 30th, 2016) to just hike out to the cascades, spend the night and hike back. Being spring, the water was really flowing. All of the rocks that you showed had water pouring over them. Having gone in the fall, you only got to see a trickle. On the other hand, you probably didn't have to walk through 50 mud holes.

[@shugemery]

+Jason McIntosh Love it.

[@MrBluoct]

The view from camp Blue inspiration for sure Thanks dr. Shug Always enjoyable Poptarts..neverstalecause theywereneverfresh

[@shugemery]

Finn Green Oh no....these were crispy fresh))))

[@jcwagers77]

Thanks for sharing your hiking adventures with us. I always enjoy watching you have a good time. I'll be looking forward to your next adventure. Thanks for all the hard work you put into making the videos for us!

[@shugemery]

jcwagers77 Thankee for that. Off for 9 day backpacking trip next week.

[@zccg]

Hey there Shug. Because of your video, I went and hiked the Sioux Hustler Trail this past weekend. It is everything you described and more. That is one beautiful trail that more people should go see. Thank-You for shooting your videos, they give me ideas on where to go hiking. Keep up the good work. Cory

[@shugemery]

Wonderful trail that.

[@ScottVeirsinVA]

Beautiful view there at the lake front. Love that morning glow.

[@TheshowoflifeMe78]

Love the shot of the beaver at sunrise. Beautiful

[@shugemery]

The Show of Life Productions It was a mighty fine moment.

[@mikeb7690]

Loved the vid! I've hiked hundreds of miles in Northern Minnesota and the trail crews are amazing!!!! Thank you for recognizing them, they don't get enough credit for sure!

[@shugemery]

Mike black They are heroes))))) We have some terrific trails.

[@DoktorHaggis]

What a lucky man you must be to live in a land of such beautiful places. I have to leave Germany and move to Minnesota immediately. What a beautiful nature!! Just carry on! Wowbagger

[@shugemery]

DoktorHaggis 'Tis true! Danke.

[@TomahawkSmith1]

Great video, Shug !!! That's a good videos with look at the scenery, and trip you look like you enjoyed everything but the cold.. But that all part of it. Thanks for sharing...!!!!

[@shugemery]

***** It was a bone deep chill.....

[@mat-ventures]

Beautiful to see that beaver in the morning sunset at 10:57! Thank you for sharing! :)

[@predcaller]

Great trip Shug, thanks for taking an old man along. I've done my share of trail work, cutting out blow downs. We used horses and mules to pack the tools in, but the back packers sure appreciate it.

[@shugemery]

predcaller Those who clear are true heroes)))))

[@kevinbradleygardeningandou9767]

Great trip, beautiful area, dang rivers flowing north when they should be flowing south. Thanks for sharing.

[@shugemery]

Kevin Bradley Crazy to see that....

[@kenwr7774]

I am of the opinion that every hiker needs to do "AT LEAST ONE TRAIL MAINTANANCE TRIP EVERY 22 MONTHS" the Trail keeper guys are the unsung heros of every great hiking trip.....

[@Box--sy4wm]

Looks like another great trip in a very amazing place. Thanks for sharing it. I was at the end of the Gunflint Trail last week canoeing on Seagull, Alpine, and Ogish Lakes while you were hiking. A very beautiful time of year up there. On the way up, we stopped at Judy's Cafe in Two Harbors (you stopped there in one of your other videos) and had an amazing breakfast. Thanks for the recommendations for places to go. Looking to add the Sioux Hustler Trail to the short list of things.

[@shugemery]

Ben F Judy's...fine steak and eggs. They are so matter-of-fact there. Sounds like you had a right goodie of a trip!

[@mat-ventures]

Beautiful camp site at 6:05, Shell Lake! Whoooooo buddy! I loved the trail passing on the beaver dam too, but it looks tricky!

[@Loner2012AT]

Fun video Shug, thanks for taking us all along.

[@shugemery]

Loner2012AT Y'elcome!

[@teec3385]

Always enjoy your wild camps buddy, full of enthusiasm my friend. Excellent..!! Beautiful place, Terry UK

[@timothyciarlette8250]

Fun trip, love your enthusiasm, thanks.

[@shugemery]

***** I thankee.

[@Mechanicalmayham]

Thanks for bringing us along.

[@shugemery]

Mechanicalmayham Y'elcome.

[@steveinthethumb6441]

Great video; beautiful country. Looking forward to your next adventure. Good to see those young fellows keeping up with you. lol

[@shugemery]

Steve InMichigan We all took point at some point. Glad they were tuckered out too....

[@RallohE]

Man that looks like a fine trip. BEAUTIFUL TRAIL pal ... really fine. That Alex is hard core hiking in Drover boots!! Dang I'd be all crippled up trying that! Loved the Moose bone juggling! Thanks for sharing pal ... just what a feller needs to see if he can't get out himself!

[@shugemery]

***** His dogs hurt a bit at the end...but warm. He is waiting to get some hiking boots.

[@FatPat512]

Darn Shug, I'm living vicariously through you lately and I'll tell you what it is giving me the bug! It's highs of 80's still here in Texas, waiting for those chilly temps still but I'll get my ass out soon. Like i said before man, great camera work, really loving these recent videos. Happy trails Shug.

[@shugemery]

FatPat512 The heat hangs down your way I reckon. Thanks for the good words.

[@todd.tapper]

Thanks for sharing Shug! I can't tell you how much I have learned from watching your clips. All your tips and a lot of trial and error are all culminating in a thru-hike of the AT next year. Thanks again...hanger for life!

[@shugemery]

Todd Tapper Trial and error is the key....thankee and carry forth.

[@jumpship5378]

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[@panzerabwerkanone]

Great video, just getting around to watching this one. Great work keeping up with your younger companions. You are my hero! I doubt their combined ages comes close to your over half century on this great world of ours.

[@karold79]

I did that in September before about half of those blowdowns were cut, Talk about a great work out! Awesome to see this in video form.

[@shugemery]

Brock Jenkins Bet that was a tough go. Awesome trail for sure.

[@karold79]

***** Definitely was a great time. Since there was only two of us it made it very interesting finding the trail, Had do the old have one guy sit and wait while the other guy fanned out desperately looking for anything that made us know there was a trail. Between the loon/heritage portage to Pageant It took us about four hours. I think that made it better though, what we attain too easily we esteem too lightly and what not right?

[@wetcanoedogs]

super video!..i have been down the Little Sioux many times since the 1980's on my way to LaCroix and i always wondered what it was like back in the woods. except for the portage trails and some short walks around the forest in the camp sites a canoe tripper has no idea what it's like away from the shore line. thanks for the look!

[@shugemery]

wetcanoedogs Wonderful trail for sure.

[@hardrockcharlie1]

Looks like a beautifull trail. Great hike thanks for taking us along. Hope to get out to the Little Garnd Canyon of PA for some BPing & hammock hanging in early November. Can't wait!

[@shugemery]

hardrockcharlie1 I hope you do get out there. Off on my annual trip with hickory....Whooooo Buddy.

[@KdawgCrazyOutdoors]

Another great adventure Shug. Thanks for taking us along. Nice to see the new WBBB XLC out in the wild. Good thing you guys were out right after the trail was cleared. It's nice to just enjoy the trail without worrying that your lost half the time. I've been on trails like that. I like the adventure but the last thing I want to do is get lost on a solo hike. Whooooo buuuudddy. Oh and I'm "Liking" the video in comment form. Keep up the great work brother.

[@shugemery]

KdawgCrazy Thanks...that clearing made all the difference in hike ease! Whoooooo Buddy)))))

[@jamie7378]

Thanks for sharing. I love a good primitive trail and this is a nice one. Those beavers are industrious critters. Can't wait for your trip down south.

[@shugemery]

jamie7378 One more week until we go!!!

[@bakemixndash]

i really enjoyed this trail video. i can't wait to find some time to watch a few more of yours. I went to bwca back around 1996/96 with my loving uncle, who passed away about five years ago. He also took me to Zaleski State Forest in Ohio where I live. i also went with him to Glacier, Yellowstone, and RMNP. This video eagerly makes me wanna hit the #trails again in honor of my uncle. you are funny too btw. thanku for sharing. i just subscribed.

[@shugemery]

Louie Wood, Jr Whoooooo Buddy)))))

[@virginiacopeland108]

We really enjoyed it, wish we could have been there. All secure in sector 10, Clark and Virginia.

[@jaxshooter771]

So in the last week or so my little one has been able to watch some Shug vids. We are getting ready to section hike the AT. She can't seem to go to bed without checking out some Shug vids. Very entertaining! Keep it up!

[@shugemery]

John Pace That means a lot to me. I thankee. Feel like a cartoon!

[@MrMultiskennedy]

Lovin' the camera work on this and other video -- where I especially like the ground-level fly-overs...really magical tundra down near the forest floor and the mushrooms. So cool to see these things close up.

[@shugemery]

+Steve Kennedy Thankee.

[@b1gje55e]

Shug, I ordered 3 Packit Gourmets for a 4 day 3 night outing. I got the Market Pasta Puttanesca, Texas State Fair Chili, and the Bangers and Mash. Ate the Puttanesca the first night, very good. The Bangers and Mash the second night, amazingly good. Never got around to the Chili, caught some bass that night. Thanks for suggesting them to me. I live about 45 mins away from the Packit Gourmet factory/warehouse/office in Austin. Too bad they don't sell them there.

[@shugemery]

b1gje55e Good to hear. I has Puttenesca on this trip last night. Love their meals the best.

[@thebiggameken]

***** I'm also a huge fan of Packit Gourmet. I know you like sweets Shug, so I'm wondering what's your favorite Packit Gourmet desserts? Mine are Pumpkin Cheesecake and Banana Pudding...in that order.

[@Patriot36]

Alex sometimes looks at Shug like he's a rack of lawn tools at Sears...lol. They're lucky to have you around man! I kinda felt like I was along for the ride on that one. Great stuff!

[@shugemery]

Patriot36 I was Team Leader and drove 'em hard..... Whoooooo Buddy))))) Old Man Walking!

[@texaslonestarrider]

Felt like I was along with you, except for it's warmer here in Texas! Thanks for sharing my friend!

[@shugemery]

lonestarrider Hope you wore your warm stuff....thank you.

[@needleisure7335]

Wow. That is some sure- enough fine woods to hike through. The scenery looks awesome. I could tell the wind was a howling. The vid went by quick tho. Keep up the great vids.

[@shugemery]

need leisure Wind was relentless! Thankee.

[@Robjmar7]

beautiful trail video....thanks so much

[@shugemery]

+RS Marett Yessir.

[@mat-ventures]

Awwww that sunset at 21:25, that's the life right there!

[@Cands528]

👍beautiful area and out with the guys.. Cool beans!

[@shugemery]

Stanley Sprow Whoooooo Buddy)))))

[@Sebastopolmark]

That thar was a fine video and looked like a GREAT trip. Thank you Shug Shug Shugity Shug Shug - In the first person!!

[@robtimberlake7326]

Shug, you would be a blast to go camping with man. Great humor and knowledge and your vids are always entertaining as well. Keep cranking them out man. You have a new fan buddy!

[@shugemery]

Rob Timberlake Whooooo Buddy)))) Thanks.

[@jadeuru]

So lovely. the leaves and moss, I was like "ooo go back to that rock" and you did haha so pretty! Man it looked cold though.

[@shugemery]

***** It really was. We were in awe the whole walk!

[@TripleAAA53]

SURE miss HIKIN' in the PINEY WOODS !! Thx Shug for the VID !!

[@shugemery]

20mm Off with Hickery this week for 8 days)))))

[@byronwilliams7422]

Thanks Shug, I could not get out but this really helps!

[@shugemery]

Byron Williams My pleasure!

[@gen2-x364]

Nice video Shug. Some really nice scenery.

[@shugemery]

GEN2-X We were stunned by those woods.....

[@kenwr7774]

some of what you have gone thru reminds me of the "Bob Marshal Wilderness"....I love that you have gotten of the beetttenn path.....

[@shugemery]

Ken WR The beaten path is passé

[@guyfihi]

Hi Shug, I'm watching this video again and it occurred to me as you were talking about your hiking poles and how cold it was that carbon fiber hiking poles don't feel as cold as the metal ones. I bought a pair of carbon fiber poles from CostCo about a year ago for $30. They have flip locks and are very similar to the Black Diamond carbon fiber poles from REI which cost $160, probably made in the same factory in China. Don't know if they still have them because so much of their stuff is seasonal, but I've had good luck with them.

[@shugemery]

It is not the poles that are cold...it is the cold wind on the hands! My Black diamonds have served me well...though CF is good stuff.

[@RasBuyaka]

whoo buddy that sure is some pretty country. thanks for sharing!

[@shugemery]

RasBuyaka It smelled good too....truly!

[@steveriebe8714]

Looks like it was a great trip Shug. I've got to try hammock camping someday.

[@shugemery]

Steve Riebe I thankee...

[@oldguy537]

enjoyable journey Shug , thanks for sharing .. I would love to see a beaver in action , nothing like that here in Oz ..

[@shugemery]

Tony Hard to actually ever find them working...stealthy workers.

[@adeb59]

nice one mate good to see you again FROM STRATFORD UPON AVON UK

[@shugemery]

will ross Cheers and thankee....

[@latitude918]

Excellent video Shug! I know where I grew up in Michigan they have Rolos, love those things. Looks like you had a great time. You should post a "whats in my pack" video for this trip. I'd love to see what clothes you brought for the shoulder season in Northern Minnesota.

[@shugemery]

latitude918 Maybe I might....but off on a trip with hickery soon so must prep.! Still could though.

[@latitude918]

Hickery!? I know what that means...LINVILLE GORGE! I look forward to another trail report video from the Hickery Brothers. Take your time on that "whats in my pack" video. No need to rush for lil 'ol me :)

[@biggles1024]

You sure moved from summer to winter like weather quickly. Wow! Looks like it was a great trip. I especially like the shots where the camera was just skimming the ground. I hope you won't mind if I try that, when I get a video camera that is. Cheers, b.

[@shugemery]

biggles1024 It sure did change quickly. Whoooooo Buddy)))))

[@ohiohamguy]

Great video, that looks like awesome trail.

[@shugemery]

ohiohamguy Truly that trail is magical.

[@outdoortrip4345]

Great video and what a trail!

[@shugemery]

Outdoor Trip 43 Whooooo Buddy and thankee.

[@danwatts8002]

Shug's on the move!!! It's hiking season. Whoa buddy!

[@shugemery]

Dan Watts Yes it is...off in a week for 9 days!

[@danwatts8002]

***** Can't wait for that episode. Been thinking on the war bonnet...Should I pull the trigger?

[@Nebulax123]

Going to Linville for the first time on the 19th for a week. Looking forward to it.

[@shugemery]

***** You are gonna love it! Stay vigilant.

[@treatjoseph]

I can't wait for the next video, very entertaining and informational, I'm hooked. The wind would have been tough to take though. Wind, 35 deg. and some humidity and my teeth start chattering. A small piece of open cell foam over the mic should help with the wind buffeting the mic.

[@shugemery]

Joe Treat I do have a piece to put over but it never will stay on as I carry my camera in a leg pocket and it always detaches when I grab it. It was soooo windy.

[@donkellogg7512]

Another fine viewing of an excellent looking walk through the woods. Reckon I'll have to get myself up there to the BWCA one of these days soon... I'm thinking you should have this vid classfied "Top Secret" as you're giving away all the secrets sector 7 has to offer. Before you know it, the area will be overrun with flat landers and gasp, Michiganders. It'll be chaos. There'll be anarchy on the trail. :-)

[@shugemery]

Don kellogg Haaa....I think remoteness keeps folks away. We were the Anarchy)))))

[@tullysika]

Fantastic video as usual.

[@shugemery]

Malcolm Robertson Whoooooo Buddy)))))

[@TheHBHikerBoyScout]

Great hike man! Beautiful area. Take care, David

[@shugemery]

HB Hiker Whoooooo Buddy)))))

[@logancummings2748]

That is a beautiful trail

[@shugemery]

Logan Cummings Truth!

[@davidhelfrich6487]

Shug, you have done it again! I had a plan even did a bunch of research. After watching your vids and the nagging thought of not being satisfied till I had one of my own. I bought a cuben fiber tarp with doors from Hammock Gear.

[@shugemery]

***** It feels like your hand is empty when you hold it...so light.

[@davidhelfrich6487]

***** I can't wait, dropping over a pound of pack weight with changing out one item.

[@SlvrChkn]

Cool, I just got my WBBB lefty in the mail a few days ago. Had to have the lefty! Tried the spam singles on my last trip... just don't think we were made for eachother! Thanks for the vid!

[@shugemery]

SlvrChkn Them there singles ain't for everyone!

[@grantfussell6592]

that trail is amazing

[@shugemery]

Grant Fussell It truly is...heading up closeby in the morn....

[@yahoodlums]

Awesome job, Shug! (Yes, I used 'awesome'!!)

[@shugemery]

ray dollars Whoooooo Buddy)))))

[@sanantoniospurs9]

morning beaver is my favorite

[@joesneon]

VERY COOL VIDEO SHUG!!!!!!! THANKS BUD!!!!

[@shugemery]

joesneon Y'elcome Joe!

[@Pawoodsman]

That would have been great getting somewhere absent of manmade sounds. Awesome hike Shug

[@shugemery]

Pawoodsman So true.....

[@Zoltoks]

I have 2 BWCA videos and just posted version two just a few hours ago....I miss the BWCA your video makes me want to go back so badly!

[@shugemery]

+Zoltoks Yeah....the BWCA is a right goodie for sure.

[@johndoolittle100]

+shugemery recommendation for a spring hike, April?

[@shugemery]

+JohnandKatrina Doolittle It could be icy and really muddy in April. Still snow as well. Reckon it depends on how bad you want it.

[@johndoolittle100]

+shugemery maybe the superior would be a better option.

[@shugemery]

+JohnandKatrina Doolittle ....www.shta.org/Conditions.php

[@atommachine]

That was a THHpeCKTacleaer Journey and a bit THspooooky too ;) thanks for the great filming once again!

[@shugemery]

atommachine Too funny!!!!

[@RickBarnwell]

Another outstanding video from the piney woods! Was hoping I would get a notification about a new Shug camping video soon and here she is! I recently uploaded a video from a weekend trip on the Appalachian Trail and I threw some Whooooo Buddies in there for you, Shug, I couldnt help myself, hope you get a chance to check it out! Thanks for being you. Maryland loves Shug!

[@shugemery]

Rick Barnwell Whoooooo Buddy)))))...I'll check that out!

[@rogernuffer]

I've done a lot of backyard camping in my Warbonnet XLC and had it out on the trail a couple of times. Next week I'll try it with the winter cover. I'm concerned about condensation so I might be poking the head out. Our ellevation is a bit more than yours. We'll be between (depending on where we are going) 5,000-9,000 feet in either central washington or northeast Oregon. Looking at single digit night temps. Should be good.

[@shugemery]

***** I always get moisture with a cover.....bug net is a bit better for me. Enjoy that XLC.

[@weskanoy8392]

Holy Jeez. I just HAPPENED to check shugemery Channel just in case he's posted a trip this week. Whooooo Buddyyyy!! Eleven minutes ago. It was meant to be. I was meant to watch this video and I'm going to. Right now. Whoo buddy.

[@markglist]

INDIVIDUALLY WRAPPED ROLOS AT WALGREENS $4.19 A BAG always love yopur videos, thanks.

[@shugemery]

markglist Yeah! Thankee......

[@tenminutetokyo2643]

markglist Diabeters.

[@juliedrakeArtist]

You make me feel happy :)

[@shugemery]

Julie Drake For that....I am happy.

[@crazycarlsju]

I appreciated the comments near the end regarding the cairrrrns and saw'd logs. I'm thinking of hiking the trail solo this autumn...Did y'all encounter any moments whereby your path wasn't certain?

[@shugemery]

+crazycarlsju Take a good map for sure. Not many trails up there but it does cross portages.

[@mpakirk]

The beavers are crazy!!

[@shugemery]

Crazy hard workers too!

[@johniac7078]

fun video! BTW: I think we have mini Rolo pack in Massachusetts.......my wife said so and she is always right : )

[@shugemery]

Tactical Priority I gotta hunt those down. Got Rolo Fever.

[@Patriot36]

A long video just in time for dinner! Woohoo buddy!!!

[@shugemery]

Patriot36 My longest yet!

[@sydmaverick9906]

My good friend and I are doing a 3 night 4 day hiking trip on the souix hustler trail starting Thursday Sept 22. Any camp sites you would recommend? We have both been to the bwca a bunch of times. This will be our first trip on the souix hustler trail. Going to be at the trail head EARLY!!

[@shugemery]

All the really good sites are on the east side of the loop and I think all are really good sites. Roll on and have fun. Keep in mind it is a 7 mile spur trail in up to the loop.

[@CampfireTalk]

I like it! I kept thinking about how that one would be good to hit before I'm 6 feet under. You think in the summer there are loons calling out there? Loved all the moss and the fairy goodness of that trail. Sioux Hustler is the stuff! All secure

[@shugemery]

CampfireTalk Oh yes....the loons were mute but normally having a loon party. Hope all is good. I am in the Southland and eating country ham))))

[@jkreese83]

Are you still using the XLC? I have one and I can't decide whether to take the bug net or not to the Gorge Rat Gathering. There's not a bug problem now. But I want that shelf when I'm sleeping at night! Good hammock.

[@shugemery]

+Jordan Reese Yes I do......mainly in bug season or when the mood hits. I have many hammocks and like to sitch around.

[@MrWinger1951]

Another great vid, thanks Shug. I'm headed to the Foothills Trail in South Carolina soon, you should check it out. How does Alex manage to walk comfortably in those boots? We call them s*** kickers around here!

[@shugemery]

MrWinger1951 They were warm and dry for him. He was a little foot sore.

[@87jstep]

fun video to watch just beautiful scenery. I want to know where you get your quilted skull caps I have searched the web and must not be putting together proper phrase. Thanks so much.

[@shugemery]

87jstep That is a BlackRockGear.com down beanie. Just love mine.

[@rls303]

That went by far too fast, Great video Shug, Thank you

[@shugemery]

***** Sadly...for us too. It was a right goodie.

[@weskanoy8392]

Shell Lake Campsite is great. Man, Minnesota is nice!

[@shugemery]

Wes Kanoy It sure was.