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    IL-6th Annual Windy City Winter Hang- Jan 3,4,5 2020



    Here is the official sign up:

    https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets...NhqHSk3y7JuvKE

    What is it? Blustery cold and windy temps kept at bay with fire, friends, food, and feathers alongside the I&M Canal near McKinley Woods in Channahon, IL.

    Directions are here.

    Trails are good for pulks if there is snow.

    How do I get there? For those who are new and coming out for the first time, the site we frequent is like 3.2 miles from Channahon State Park, from the parking,lot, walk up to the trail by the lock tenders house, turn left, (kinda southwest direction), hike over the bridge, go thru the tunnel to a small parking lot, proceed through that onto the trail. it will be blacktop for about the first mile, then changes to crushed limestone, continue on the trail, pass up the bridge that takes you into McKinley woods, past the gazebo on the river, then watch for a take off from the trail that goes to the left, there is an old CCC 3 sided log shelter with a fire place, a brick pit outhouse, no water pump.

    Meals: Friday night meal is BYOM (Bring your own meat!). There will be a fire setup for cooking whatever meat you got. Food will be shared on Saturday Night potluck style. Bring a quantity that is reasonable. There is always left overs. For a theme, I was thinking of WI/IL blend (sausage and cheese?) because we are what we eat! All other meals will be on your own.

    Fees: $6/person/night + firewood donations (We will buy a half face cord of oak). Bring cash, there is no one paying ahead of time. The ranger will find you.
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    Get lost in the woods and find yourself again. A vacation,to me, is working with your hands and surviving because of the fruits of your labor. In the business world I teach;in the natural world I learn.

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    Get lost in the woods and find yourself again. A vacation,to me, is working with your hands and surviving because of the fruits of your labor. In the business world I teach;in the natural world I learn.

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    Wouldn't miss it!!......spreadsheet appears to be view only??

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    Ugh. I tried to fix that! All good now?
    Get lost in the woods and find yourself again. A vacation,to me, is working with your hands and surviving because of the fruits of your labor. In the business world I teach;in the natural world I learn.

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    Wow, year 6 already? Two years ago was the coldest temps I've ever camped in, and I think we had a high of 50 last year. Wonder what it will be this year. Looking forward to it.

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    If the temps aren't to low (I still only have fall gear) I may venture out for one night. I'll keep you posted

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    Quote Originally Posted by canoehang View Post
    If the temps aren't to low (I still only have fall gear) I may venture out for one night. I'll keep you posted
    Tell me what you need and I’ll provide it.
    Get lost in the woods and find yourself again. A vacation,to me, is working with your hands and surviving because of the fruits of your labor. In the business world I teach;in the natural world I learn.

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    I'm hoping to make it out again this year. Always a good time!

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    A tentative yes for right now
    To only step where others have stepped means not to have your own adventures. Live, Love, and Adventure so you may leave your own foot prints!

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    i will be there woohooo

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