Here's some of Stumpy's posts about BWR 2005 that he left at another BB...this is in three parts as the God in the Machine sez one post is too long!

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Brushcrashers Jamboree 2005
by Stumpy
Date & Lake will be revealed in 2004, in time for permit reservations. Until then crash some brush, discover lakes, and save up your tales of portaging adventure. This will be an informal meeting on a very secluded (no portage trail to it) Quetico lake. Any takers???
- Stumpy -
Posted on Feb 24, 2001, 7:20 PM



bushwackers jamboree 2005
by Stumpy
Just a reminder, its still in the plans. Bushwackers Jamboree coming to a lake not near you in 2005.
- Stumpy -
Posted on Sep 20, 2001, 10:47 PM



Bushwackers Jamboree 2005
by Stumpy


I have heard from a few of you regarding this idea. Here it is again...I am inviting fellow Bushwackers to join me on a remote Quetico -NO-NAME- lake. Some questions this has brought up have gone along the lines of who, what, where, when, why etc. I'll try to answer these.
WHO: Whoever reserves their permits in time and is
tough enough to get there. I'll be there alone or with a friend.
WHAT: Just a gathering of people to exchange bushwacking stories and to check out the fishing and one more lake.
WHERE: I will reveal that in 2004. It will be a very
remote, no-name lake in the middle of Quetico. (with no portages to it)
WHEN: Probably mid June (when bugs are bad and voyagers are also) 2005.
WHY: Because I can never quench my thirst to see another lake.
WHY (for you): To meet Stumpy. Who is Stumpy? I am the guy who's been to Dettbarn and
beyond. Our last canoe trip we went from Prarie Portage to Cutty Lake our first day with standard weight Grummans and canvas packs. We set up camp in daylight.
I've been canoeing Quetico every year since
1975 and been to over 400 lakes. I haven't worn bug repellent since 1976. I have many stories to tell, but clicking on the internet does not make you worthy to hear them. See you in 2005 if your good enough.
- Stumpy -
Posted on Sep 23, 2001, 6:17 PM



Love "out of the way " lakes
by Stumpy
1---I would say no, there are not many of us that go into these remote lakes.

2--On lake names, it's hard to tell. Some of the names are very old, however, Goodier Lake is named on some old maps I have from the 50's and guides I've talked to who worked at the old lodges on Basswood Lake referred to Goodier by name. However, if you have connections with the map company you have a chance at naming the lakes as in the case of Bill Rom, Jr. naming Rom Lake after bushwacking into there many years ago.

I would not consider Goodier Lake a bushwack as there are portage trails all the way there. Try a lake like Dettbarn if you want a real bushwack!

If you look further back on this board a few pages you will find reference to a "bushwacker's jamboree 2005".
I have had this in the plans for a couple of years and periodically post information on it. It will be a chance for like-minded adventurers to gather and enjoy the wilderness. Take care Bo and maybe I'll see you in 2005. Stumpy
Posted on Nov 17, 2001, 7:11 PM



Bushwhackers Jamboree 2005...... Survey....
by Stumpy
I'm almost afraid to ask it but...How many of you are considering going?
How many will consider a very long(MILES) bushwhack..?
Posted on Dec 13, 2001, 8:18 PM



Two weeks to go....scouting lakes.
by Stumpy
In 2 weeks I'll be heading into the middle of Quetico...checking out potential lakes for the Bushwackers Jamboree 2005.
Anyone else going in the last week of June ?
If you spot the "Babe Ruth" face, say hello.



Stumpy
Posted on Jun 6, 2002, 10:01 PM

Bushwhackers...I Think I've Found Our Lake.!
by Stumpy
Not to be revealed until late in 2004, of course but I have found a good location for Bushwhackers Jamboree 2005.
Fits all criteria:
Remote
No Name
No Trail
Lots of campable shoreline
Near center of park
Fishing? That's a secret
See you there in 2005, Stumpy
Posted on Jul 21, 2002, 8:47 PM

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