This is a formal open invitation to BBers to join us for the second annual official September Solo Shindig. Last year this was a 'group solo' - participants were Rookie, Beemer01, Beavers and Butthead who journeyed via different routes... meeting up on Insula.

When; September 12, 2006
Where;Meet on Adams Lake BWCAW
Who; Solo paddlers who are seeking a BWCA adventure meeting up with others with similar sized canoes and a similar love of the wilderness.
Why; A reason to solo paddle to a beautiful and isolated lake. Many campsites, so you can camp solo or with a small group. 

Included will be a platyfest around a campfire, fine handmade cigars, lots of camp lore, ideas and stories (which may or may not be factual).

Adams can be reached from either side of the BWCAW so EPs shouldn't be a problem.  Participants can paddle in small groups or purely solo.. or a combination of the two modes. 

Last year's story - (You need to Login or Register to view media files and links)

Bounce back with your interest and intent.

Beemer...  I missed jumping into the fray last year due to scheduling issues.  The trip account was great reading and I vowed to do whatever was necessary if you guys put together another trip.  So, count me in.  I'm entering Lake One on 9/10 and I'll be counting the days.

And now we are five.

The route in from Lake One will be beautiful in September.

See you there!

I'll be looking for ya Red Solo, I've got one too [red canoe].

butthead

Just think of all the repacking you'll get in!
As for acronyms-----well this-----ah----forget it.

"butthead"

And now we are six!

Adams or Bust!

And new we are Seven!   

This will definately be the season's biggest gathering of solo paddlers in the Center of the BWCAW! 

Only 69 days!!!    

or, if you're a "half-empty" type guy...I have to wait 69 days until SSS  

Beavers wrote on Jul 6^th, 2006 at 2:20am:


Only if your canoe is done. 

Might be swinging by Adams to meet you guys, but I'm still working out dates and entry point.  Turning into quite a crowd!

If you see a blue wood and canvas, that's me.  Guaranteed the boat will look better than the occupant!

Looks like I'll be heading in on the 16th - sorry to miss the shindig

ran into two of you on adams near the portage to smite. didn't take any pictures of the trip.  glad you took such nice ones.

canoe_junkie:

Yes there will be an SSS 2007. The board of directors will be meeting on Finger Lake on May 24th to discuss the details.

Are you interested?

Any more plans for the September Solo Shindig 2007 ?

Thanks for the response, but don't think I'll make plans if the trip is not until October.  I've had my fill of cold, wet, windy weather for a while and although October can have beautiful days it is more likely they will be crisp instead.  IC

chinook7642 wrote on Jun 18^th, 2007 at 1:59am:



Of course there will be!!  

I figure the other guys should be good to go until 2045 or so... I might be able to squeeze in a few more years after that.    

This year's September Solo Shindig details:

Where: Long Island Lake
When: October 4th
Who: Any solo paddler who wishes to join us for a great dinner (menu not set yet) and story telling around the camp fire.



Anyone interested please let us know.

canoe_junkie wrote on Aug 3^rd, 2007 at 4:24pm:


I missed my wifes birthday, May 27th 1983 due to a trip to Quetico . I still hear about it to this day 

flp

It's really too bad that you had to burn that snazzy shirt Tom.

I don't think many other guys could pull off a shirt like that though!  

Would be great to share a campfire again in the future...I'll bring the crappy Vodka if you bring the cheap cigars!  

I'll bring the spaghetti, and add a third to the well wishes.
Keep in touch,

butthead

Great! 

Hope to see you there!!!

Lars...I've sent you a private message.

The 'long johns were'nt needed till the last day, but a dry set of raingear would have helped! Lots of wind! It settled down for a super day on Thyursday! Saw the bottom of 'old rookie's' canoe between the white caps on Seagull!

butthead