Video: Da Shack Hammock Group Hang Dec 15th 2018

**InfuriatedMax** · 12-17-2018, 21:58

A group of four of us talked about this hang for a while and struggled with our work schedules. We finally agreed to make the four hour drive even if it was only for one night.

By noon on Saturday we arrived just outside of Iola Wi at Da Shack where plenty of people were already enjoying the hang and the fire. There were so many different hammock set ups spread through out the woods. You guys with the Hot Tents and hammocks have it figured out. Very Nice set ups.

We did have a tenter in our group who enjoyed it all the same. We were glad he made it out camping with us.

Shortly after set up we ate lunch, moved a little firewood and headed out on the Ice Age trail for a short hike. It was so nice to have a trail right at Da Shack and with the weather being 36º we couldn't resist. Great Work putting that in Tumbleweed!

What was great is the fire was always going and there was no shortage of food to eat. From the cornbread to pulled pork, to beef sandwhiches to calzones and so much more. We knew for sure we wouldn't starve.

We spent the rest of the afternoon and into the evening lounging around and grazing on the dishes. Some of us went inside of da shack while others sat and enjoyed the fire. Later in the evening there was a White Elephant gift exchange that many enjoyed. I am looking forward to opening the fresh canned cherries I got from it. Thanks Karla!

As the sun went down a few of us (Myself & Marine AKA Backpacking with a Hammock) had drones there and we put them up to get some video and photos of the hang. I look forward to seeing your video Marine.

and my absolute favorite shot.

The next morning we had to pack up and take the four hour drive home, some of us had to work by noon so we were crunched for time. If you live in Mpls, Ironically the Da Shack hang is closer than the Minnesota Frozen Butt Hang, not by much though. Both are great and worth you time if you get a chance to see them.

We had a great time at Da Shack Hang. Thanks for the good food and good conversation.

I didn't get to film much, but I got some footage of the event if some want to see it.

Lastly the tenter of our group did a short write up of his experience that has a link with a few more pictures if people are interested.
https://www.reddit.com/r/MinnesotaCa...consin_121518/

**Watertooner** · 12-18-2018, 08:48

Thanks for posting the report and video, I-Max. I sent it out to my family to help explain why anyone would want to hang outdoors in the winter. Even if they still don't get it, I'll have some media along with my own memories of a great weekend at Da Shack.

**Shug** · 12-18-2018, 08:50

That looks like a might fine hang.
Enjoyed looking at the video and that cozy cabin.
Shug

**Tumbleweed** · 12-18-2018, 09:24

Hey I-Max, Thanks for posting photo's and video. My wife sends you a great big THANK YOU because she got to see everything even though she could not make it. Excellent drone footage.
T

**KnotAProblem** · 12-18-2018, 09:37

Great hang report. Enjoyed the video and the drone footage gave a great perspective of the event.

Thanks for sharing!

**mountain wanderer** · 12-18-2018, 10:16

Great video! Love the way you worked in the drone shots, great job!

**InfuriatedMax** · 12-18-2018, 12:45

Originally Posted by Watertooner

Thanks for posting the report and video, I-Max. I sent it out to my family to help explain why anyone would want to hang outdoors in the winter. Even if they still don't get it, I'll have some media along with my own memories of a great weekend at Da Shack.

I had a excellent time. My family still questions why I camp in the winter.We are the privilege few.

Originally Posted by Shug

That looks like a might fine hang.
Enjoyed looking at the video and that cozy cabin.
Shug

Thank you, The cabin was a welcomed comfort for sure. It was just a heated cabin with all sorts of food. A Snack Shack so to speak.

Originally Posted by Tumbleweed

Hey I-Max, Thanks for posting photo's and video. My wife sends you a great big THANK YOU because she got to see everything even though she could not make it. Excellent drone footage.
T

It was my pleasure, thanks for hosting and letting me film. You got a nice spot of land there and I appreciate you sharing it.

Originally Posted by KnotAProblem

Great hang report. Enjoyed the video and the drone footage gave a great perspective of the event.
Thanks for sharing!

Thank you, I was excited to get some good shots with the drone. The location didn't disappoint. A refreshing perspective for sure. Backpacking with a Hammock had his drone up there too so I am sure he has some excellent footage as well.

Originally Posted by mountain wanderer

Great video! Love the way you worked in the drone shots, great job!

Thank you, I have been wanting to get some new angles for quite some time now. Been practicing at home with it as of late.

**OneClick** · 12-18-2018, 13:00

I can never see these threads without saying "DA BEARS" in my head.

**Brett** · 12-18-2018, 13:14

Thanks for the footage and pictures I-Max. Couldn't get the Huskey to sit still for that photo, my bad. Still had a blast. Big thanks to Mr. Tumbleweed as always.

**InfuriatedMax** · 12-18-2018, 23:50

Originally Posted by OneClick

I can never see these threads without saying "DA BEARS" in my head.

Just a short drive away from Chicago. We had a few people come from out that way.

Originally Posted by Brett

Thanks for the footage and pictures I-Max. Couldn't get the Huskey to sit still for that photo, my bad. Still had a blast. Big thanks to Mr. Tumbleweed as always.

I did get a good photo with the Huskie performing better. The guys in the background however weren't.

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