I finally got around to putting some video together from my solo 4 day trip to Grand Island, Michigan off of Munising in the UP. Had perfect weather (70's and 80's), no bugs and my pick of the prime campsites on the island. I was using the first hammock I'd ever bought, a Texasport Hobo 2 for $20 at our local surplus shop, along with my Kelty 30 bag and my trusty Noahs 12 tarp. I've since upgraded my insulation and hammock. Also doing my research and looking for a sil tarp.
Another thing: Didn't see alot of people (except for a few hours on Saturday during the Grand Island Trail Run) while I was there, even though it was a Thursday to Sunday trip. Probably met 4 backpackers total and a guy in his 60's named Steve who'd been there 10 days with a Schwinn LeTour 10 speed modified with a old school frame backpack over the rear tire...kind of eccentric by I met him on my last day as he was vacating the Driftwood site.
Grand Island is a bargain too. $15 covers the pontoon ride over and your access fee. Doesn't matter how many days your there, it's the same price either way. Never had a problem finding a hanging spot and you can camp off trail if you want. All the established sites have fire pits, benches, bear pole or vault and it's own outhouse with a view! Firewood is plentiful and the park service stockpiles it near the campsites. Trails are easy walking too and the views amazing...especially Pictured Rocks across Munising Bay. Video is kind of long (like this post). Enjoy
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