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Stone
12-13-2012, 06:59
MICHIGAN WINTER HANG 2013
Location: Ludington State Park
Dates: January 11th -13th 2013

The cost for camping will be $4 per person per night. Ranger Dan will come on Saturday to take a head count and collect the coinage. For anyone who comes from out of state, there is a park pass that you have to purchase the annual pass cost $29, and the daily pass costs $8/day. Ranger Dan can take care of that on Saturday as well. If you are in state and dont have the pass, the cost is $11 anually (Up $1 from last year).


Going
stone
Boudah
Vulture
sr1355 +1 or 2
Tim B
Lerms
1energy936
Kerrkid
Gargoyle
shogun_8574
Wildcrafter
vampiresmiley


Maybe
TZ Brown

Quote and update as needed!

Looking forward to another great trip with a bunch of great people.

shogun_8574
12-13-2012, 08:24
It's official....I'm going! Better bring your rain gear! :lol:



MICHIGAN WINTER HANG 2013
Location: Ludington State Park
Dates: January 11th -13th 2013

The cost for camping will be $4 per person per night. Ranger Dan will come on Saturday to take a head count and collect the coinage. For anyone who comes from out of state, there is a park pass that you have to purchase the annual pass cost $29, and the daily pass costs $8/day. Ranger Dan can take care of that on Saturday as well. If you are in state and dont have the pass, the cost is $11 anually (Up $1 from last year).


Going
stone
Boudah
Vulture
sr1355
Tim B
Lerms
1energy936
Kerrkid
Gargoyle
shogun

Quote and update as needed!

Looking forward to another great trip with a bunch of great people.

TZBrown
12-13-2012, 08:25
I will be only a maybe at this point.

Lots of travel in January, between Scouts, and the Froze Butt hang for me.

Thanks for taking this on Stone

Lerms
12-13-2012, 09:21
It's official....I'm going! Better bring your rain gear! :lol:

Shogun Think snow not rain. Be positive and do the snow dance. If we get as much precipitation during the winter hang as the fall hang but in a colder form it would be sweet.

wildcrafter
12-13-2012, 11:23
i am in no kids and its just before the semester starts have a small truck will be bringing some wood we will need more hopefully oh and yes i will bring my christmas lights again.

vampiresmiley
12-13-2012, 13:41
I've managed to arrange plans, I am in.

Michael

wildcrafter
12-13-2012, 14:39
snow is melting think white christmas but not till after next thursday

OneClick
12-13-2012, 14:49
It's official....I'm going! Better bring your rain gear! :lol:

The CPC is calling for warm and wet Dec-Jan :mad:

Boudah
12-13-2012, 16:47
Here! :D

Also, i'll be bringing a few of these and may possibly have an extra for the raffle. (see sig)

shogun_8574
12-13-2012, 16:54
Don't get me wrong. I want snow, but you know my track record right?



Shogun Think snow not rain. Be positive and do the snow dance. If we get as much precipitation during the winter hang as the fall hang but in a colder form it would be sweet.

Lerms
12-14-2012, 12:29
Don't get me wrong. I want snow, but you know my track record right?

Yes I know your track record. Although the last few trips I have been on with and without you I had rain. So if my theory is right the combination of you and I at this event means SNOW right.

Vulture
12-14-2012, 18:04
I'm looking forward to my virgin hang with my own WBBB and UGQ combo!! And meeting up with a great bunch of folks, eating and sharing, and having a great time! The weather will just be part of the entertainment. Hope there's a lot of firewood since I'm and admitted pyro!

Vulture
12-14-2012, 18:12
I'd like to bring some food. Interest in chili? Fish and clam chowder? Chocolate bourbon balls?

easy_grounder
12-15-2012, 12:14
I'm a strong maybe. Would like to carpool. Maybe catch a ride with that Kerrkid fella. Updated list:

Going
stone
Boudah
Vulture
sr1355 +1 or 2
Tim B
Lerms
1energy936
Kerrkid
Gargoyle
shogun_8574
Wildcrafter
vampiresmiley


Maybe
TZ Brown
Easy_grounder

Kerrkid
12-16-2012, 08:28
Easy_G, if you end up going we can carpool for sure we can even take that new car of yours....My tires are getting bad we would be slipping and sliding all over the place if we took my car. keep me posted....

Redoleary
12-16-2012, 08:48
I am also a definite maybe.

Going
stone
Boudah
Vulture
sr1355 +1 or 2
Tim B
Lerms
1energy936
Kerrkid
Gargoyle
shogun_8574
Wildcrafter
vampiresmiley


Maybe
TZ Brown
Easy_grounder
Redoleary

gargoyle
12-16-2012, 19:17
I'd like to bring some food. Interest in chili? Fish and clam chowder? Chocolate bourbon balls?

Bourbon is always popular.:D

We should get a food list going again this year.
Chili
Breakfast
Soups
Its all good. And pizza delivered on Friday:thumbup:
I can bring a crockpot of chili, and I'll look for our big coffee kettle (like TZ brought)

I talked to Hassenpfeffer today and he is a maybe. (some of you might remember him from the Manitou trip)

Hasenpfeffer
12-17-2012, 21:49
Got it on the radar. Thanks Gargoyle for the heads-up

Stone
12-18-2012, 08:46
I vote pizza for Friday night, after that I will defer to the group.

The temps are dropping up here, there is a forecast for a big storm later this week. Hoping for a white Christmas and then...let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!!!!!!!!!!

Lerms
12-18-2012, 09:41
If someone can supply the griddle like last year I can supply the Bacon and Eggs or pancakes in your case Stoned.

shogun_8574
12-18-2012, 11:12
Mmmmmm.....Bourbon!




Bourbon is always popular.:D

It won't be like the pizza from that gas station in Mesick though, that stuff was amazing!



Its all good. And pizza delivered on Friday:thumbup:

wildcrafter
12-18-2012, 12:36
i have an electric griddle can do

Lerms
12-18-2012, 12:42
i have an electric griddle can do

Cool I can bring the gas lantern and I'll try to fix the stove. :scared:

If not it may be time to run to the Coleman store. :D

Redoleary
12-18-2012, 13:39
Cool I can bring the gas lantern and I'll try to fix the stove. :scared:

If not it may be time to run to the Coleman store. :D
If ya dont get your stove fixed let me know, I'll bring my coleman suitcase stove. It may or may notstill work?? :D Haven't use it in years.

Kerrkid
12-18-2012, 20:10
I also have a griddle i can bring if u want that way we can cook everything faster...Pizza on friday OK IM in on that just let me know what I owe you stone MMMMMmmmmmm Cant wait. SNOW BABY SNOW!!!!!!!!

Lerms
12-19-2012, 11:06
If ya dont get your stove fixed let me know, I'll bring my coleman suitcase stove. It may or may notstill work?? :D Haven't use it in years.

Mine leaked out of the tank. It was sitting for about 8 years in my Dads storage locker then I finally got it back.

I tried it out at home last year before the winter hang and it worked with no problems. Then at the hang it leaked from the top of the tank. So I re-taped the joint and it held for most of the summer but I don't know how the Teflon tape holds up against the white gas. I may have to replace the tape with an O-ring setup.

The last time I was at the Coleman store at Burch Run the rep told me that I should be able to reorder the whole assembly.

The stove is just about as old as I am if and it still is kicking.

Stone
12-21-2012, 10:17
We ended up with about 4-5" of wet heavy snow with this storm. Good base material. Hope and dance for more of the white fluffy stuff. No not downy goodness! LOL!

gargoyle
12-21-2012, 12:20
The stove is just about as old as I am if and it still is kicking.

If that stove only got lit as much as you do...:rolleyes::lol:

bloomgorge
12-21-2012, 13:54
If that stove only got lit as much as you do...:rolleyes::lol:

didn't you toss your cookies that saturday night when you found out the bromance wasn't going anywhere and he found out that beetle in the parking lot was yours?

sr1355
12-21-2012, 14:43
Looooong Range Forecast for what its worth...

Fri
1/11/2013

high 23°

low 12°

Clearing and cold

Sat
1/12/2013

high 23°

low 11°

Mostly cloudy and cold

Sun
1/13/2013

high 23°

low 10°

Stone
12-21-2012, 15:15
Well at least it will be below freezing this time, maybe.

Lerms
12-21-2012, 16:31
If that stove only got lit as much as you do...:rolleyes::lol:

If it did I think I would have to replace a worn out stove. :D


didn't you toss your cookies that saturday night when you found out the bromance wasn't going anywhere and he found out that beetle in the parking lot was yours?

That was MR.PINK if I do recall. Besides didn't you want to crawl into Stones hammock to spoon for warmth?

Vulture
12-23-2012, 18:43
We should get a food list going again this year.
Chili
Breakfast
Soups
Its all good. And pizza delivered on Friday:thumbup:
I can bring a crockpot of chili, and I'll look for our big coffee kettle (like TZ brought)

I talked to Hassenpfeffer today and he is a maybe. (some of you might remember him from the Manitou trip)

Would it be best for me to bring more chili? Potato soup?

adventuregirl
12-23-2012, 23:59
I work that weekend.... I will try to get it off.... I don't think I will stay the night, I hate being cold..... But maybe I will come up for the day on Saturday, Ludington isn't to far away. Put me down as a maybe....

Stone
12-24-2012, 07:29
I work that weekend.... I will try to get it off.... I don't think I will stay the night, I hate being cold..... But maybe I will come up for the day on Saturday, Ludington isn't to far away. Put me down as a maybe....

They do have small cabins for rent, I believe it is $35 a night.

gargoyle
12-24-2012, 23:19
Would it be best for me to bring more chili? Potato soup?

Bring what you'd like. Last year was a "all day buffet".

Vulture
12-27-2012, 00:34
Thanks, gargoyle. I'm pondering interesting and delicious sides now. This will be my virgin hang with my WBBB 1.7, UGQ UQ and TQ (zero degrees) and tarp. I'm expecting to learn and have fun soon!!

wildcrafter
12-27-2012, 09:02
i am thinking roasted chicken to draw in the raccoons lol

Lerms
12-27-2012, 09:46
i am thinking roasted chicken to draw in the raccoons lol

If we have a big enough fire we could roast a chicken or two. Of course we could go high class and do a tur-duck-en.

wildcrafter
12-27-2012, 10:36
big enough last year to boil water all you had to do was put your bottle on the cement ring

Stone
12-27-2012, 11:49
I have it on good authority that Mr. Pink and his hoopty full of wood will be making the trip north again!!!!!!!!

michigandave
12-27-2012, 16:57
Add 2 more to the guest list: me (michigandave) plus 1 (another dave). Can't get out of town Friday night, so we'll be arriving Saturday morning.
What time is breakfast? I like the idea of the all day buffet..might have to whip up a batch of jambalaya.

Looking forward to my first group hang and finally seeing some snow!

Stone
12-27-2012, 20:54
Add 2 more to the guest list: me (michigandave) plus 1 (another dave). Can't get out of town Friday night, so we'll be arriving Saturday morning.
What time is breakfast? I like the idea of the all day buffet..might have to whip up a batch of jambalaya.

Looking forward to my first group hang and finally seeing some snow!

Whoa, whoa, whoa...That is too many Dave's. LOL!

Breakfast is a part of the all dat buffet....it depends on who wakes up when....

Here is the most up to date list that I am aware of....

Going
stone
Boudah
Vulture
sr1355 +1 or 2
Tim B
Lerms
1energy936
Kerrkid
Gargoyle
shogun_8574
Wildcrafter
vampiresmiley
michigandave + another Dave
Mr. Pink and his hoopty full of wood +1


Maybe
TZ Brown
Easy_grounder
Redoleary


Check the list, and correct if needed....

Boudah
12-27-2012, 23:15
Mr. Pink (Dave) will also be bringing a +1

adventuregirl
12-28-2012, 00:14
They do have small cabins for rent, I believe it is $35 a night.

A cabin hmmm, but how bad will I get mocked? No seriously I don't think I will be able to get it off, had to use a bunch of vacation time because of a nasty flu bug, that I am still fighting. I really want to go though... Have fun guys!

Vulture
12-28-2012, 17:28
Nobody would mock you; it's all fun! Sorry you can't make it. Hope you feel better very soon!

Boudah
12-30-2012, 20:36
Cant wait to get out there and try my new UGQ winter rig!

Thanks again Paul for getting them done well ahead of time! Dammit, they just look super warm!

TZBrown
12-31-2012, 12:48
Good news, and bad

The good news is that I am a go for the hang for sure.....

The bad news is, the cold weather training I was supposed to lead this weekend, and the last weekend of January was canceled due to lack of participants

Stone, I will be bringing your Thread Injector with me

Stone
01-01-2013, 08:29
Here is the most up to date list that I am aware of....Looks like were putting the band back together.

Going
stone
Boudah
Vulture
sr1355 +1 or 2
Tim B
Lerms
1energy936
Kerrkid
Gargoyle
shogun_8574
Wildcrafter
vampiresmiley
michigandave + another Dave
Mr. Pink and his hoopty full of wood +1
TZBrown


Maybe
Easy_grounder
Redoleary

Doubtful
Adventuregirl

otter
01-01-2013, 09:29
All the hangs up north makes me want to move up there

nimbus37
01-02-2013, 20:04
Looks like, barring bad weather for the drive, my wife and I will be up on Saturday for the day and overnight. Had a great time last year and can't wait for next weekend. Hope everyone has a great time and see you all on Saturday!
Mike

Indy138
01-02-2013, 20:11
It is possible i can make it, but if I can it might be on saturday. Sounds like a riot so I hope I can pull it off:)

1energy936
01-03-2013, 01:05
I'm down to throw in on pizza fri what time u fellers meeting there

Lerms
01-03-2013, 10:07
I won't be there until Friday night. Unless I can take Friday off work.

Stone
01-03-2013, 11:01
I'll prby take the afternoon off, and be out there early afternoon.
The Pizza will be from Chuckwagon!

Stone
01-03-2013, 11:03
Here is the most up to date list that I am aware of....Looks like were putting the band back together.

Going
stone
Boudah
Vulture
sr1355 +1 or 2
Tim B
Lerms
1energy936
Kerrkid
Gargoyle
shogun_8574
Wildcrafter
vampiresmiley
michigandave + another Dave
Mr. Pink and his hoopty full of wood +1
TZBrown
Nimbus37 and Julie


Maybe
Easy_grounder
Redoleary
Indy138

Doubtful
Adventuregirl

Boudah
01-03-2013, 20:56
Thinking about taking Friday off and heading up in the AM... but it's just a thought at this point...

Wolverine
01-04-2013, 20:59
Anyone coming up from the Novi area that has room for additional rider? Sorry for pulling the trigger on this at the last moment. Will help with expenses of course. Thanks.

vampiresmiley
01-06-2013, 17:03
The state park campground at Ludington is pretty large -- in what section do we all expect to gather?

Michael

Vulture
01-06-2013, 19:27
http://www.midnrreservations.com/ParkCampMapDisplay.aspx?CID=43
Last year they plowed and we camped around Site 321 in the Beachwood Back area. Stone might have better information.
Notice that there are some trails to the north. Last year a lot of people enjoyed hiking and enjoying the area, which includes a lighthouse on the beach. Might want to bring your snowshoes. Last year they weren't necessary, and that seems to be the case this year as well so far.

Stone
01-07-2013, 06:49
If it is the same as last year, it will be the Cedars Loop that will be open. We will most likely be in the back of the loop. If the weather shakes out as it looks it might, leave the snowshoes, take the canoili.

shogun_8574
01-07-2013, 07:32
If it is the same as last year, it will be the Cedars Loop that will be open. We will most likely be in the back of the loop. If the weather shakes out as it looks it might, leave the snowshoes, take the canoili.

Should I say I'm not coming so the rain will change to snow? :confused:

sr1355
01-07-2013, 07:34
I'm bringing my tanning oil and speedo... When does beach volleyball start???

shogun_8574
01-07-2013, 09:33
When does beach volleyball start???

We'd have to stay at the Beachwood sites for that!



I'm bringing my tanning oil and speedo...

:scared: WOW!!!! Really? :scared:

Lerms
01-07-2013, 10:06
I'm bringing my tanning oil and speedo... When does beach volleyball start???

I was going to ask if you had a down speedo, but I really don't want to know.

One of the guys I work with said its supposed to be nice for the next week or so. My reply was don't tell me that I want it to be cold and nasty for this weekend to test some gear.

Kerrkid
01-07-2013, 10:21
Does anyone know roughly how much snow is still on the ground and can we get back to the parking area for cedars loop?

Wolverine
01-07-2013, 10:38
There is only a couple of inches of snow remaining, and is well packed. Road to Campground area is plowed as well as a couple of the campsites. This according to the Park Office.

Kerrkid
01-07-2013, 10:46
There is only a couple of inches of snow remaining, and is well packed. Road to Campground area is plowed as well as a couple of the campsites. This according to the Park Office.

Perfect thank's for the info.

Wolverine
01-07-2013, 10:53
Michigan Fall Hang the sequel?

Lerms
01-07-2013, 11:35
Got some parts for my stove so I have to replace and test. Also I noticed some talk about hot plates, and griddles can someone bring at least one.

shogun_8574
01-07-2013, 11:36
If so...where's the closest bar so we can get a cheeseburger? Right Stone? :lol:

Wolverine
01-07-2013, 11:46
Anyone have an updated list of hangers that will be making the trip?

Stone
01-07-2013, 12:37
If so...where's the closest bar so we can get a cheeseburger? Right Stone? :lol:

The closest would be STIX, but I dont recomend.
Then there is ChuckWagon, but its jsut a pizza and beer joint.
But there is are bevy of bars in town.

I suspect by the time this weekend rolls aroud there will be very little snow on the ground at all, if any. High temps all week will be in the 40's, and rain for Fri, Sat, and Sun which could change over to snow and sleet in the afternoon. Oh joy!

Stone
01-07-2013, 12:38
Anyone have an updated list of hangers that will be making the trip?

This is the last list that I have....
Here is the most up to date list that I am aware of....Looks like were putting the band back together.

Going
stone
Boudah
Vulture
sr1355 +1 or 2
Tim B
Lerms
1energy936
Kerrkid
Gargoyle
shogun_8574
Wildcrafter
vampiresmiley
michigandave + another Dave
Mr. Pink and his hoopty full of wood +1
TZBrown
Nimbus37 and Julie


Maybe
Easy_grounder
Redoleary
Indy138

Doubtful
Adventuregirl

sr1355
01-07-2013, 13:01
Perfect...:lol:

TZBrown
01-07-2013, 13:08
It may be a bit like the fall hang, but with a real big fire :D

Bring your huge umbrella, for a comfortable night around the fire :lol:

I have 2 hot water pots and will bring them

TZBrown
01-07-2013, 13:12
Anyone coming up from the Novi area that has room for additional rider? Sorry for pulling the trigger on this at the last moment. Will help with expenses of course. Thanks.

I will be heading out from the Fenton area, about 20 minutes north of Novi, probably around noon or so.

Would that work for you Wolverine?

Stone
01-07-2013, 13:15
Its official, I have the afternoon off.

We are going to need a plastic tarp to keep the wood dry, and a boat to keep us from drowning. Dont forget your PFD's! LOL!

sr1355
01-07-2013, 14:48
I should be arriving with Missy around noon... I'll have several tarps, H11, H12, WD11, and Hot House...

Stone
01-07-2013, 15:15
I should be arriving with Missy around noon... I'll have several tarps, H11, H12, WD11, and Hot House...

Thats the same time I'm outta of work. Want to meet somewhere for lunch? And on another note, more tarps??? You just want my money! LOL!

nimbus37
01-07-2013, 15:53
Anyone know if raccoons seek shelter inside hammocks while it is raining, like they do during snow, circa January 2012?

Wolverine
01-07-2013, 16:03
All of the planets have aligned, I'm in for this trip. What are we in need of that I might help?

Lerms
01-07-2013, 16:27
Anyone know if raccoons seek shelter inside hammocks while it is raining, like they do during snow, circa January 2012?

They just want to snuggle. :lol:

sr1355
01-07-2013, 21:02
Thats the same time I'm outta of work. Want to meet somewhere for lunch? And on another note, more tarps??? You just want my money! LOL!

Who? Little old me? Never...:lol:

LakeSuperior777
01-07-2013, 21:30
I'll bring a griddle

Vulture
01-07-2013, 22:50
I'm thinking of baking some Michigan orange and cranberry bread (and butter). I'll bring a dozen eggs as well. And a bottle of scotch. I know... what a combo.

Stone
01-08-2013, 06:55
Here is the most up to date list that I am aware of....Looks like were putting the band back together.

Going
stone
Boudah
Vulture
sr1355 +1 or 2
Tim B
Lerms
1energy936
Kerrkid
Gargoyle
shogun_8574
Wildcrafter
vampiresmiley
michigandave + another Dave
Mr. Pink and his hoopty full of wood +1
TZBrown
Nimbus37 and Julie
Lake Superior777
Odian2
Wolverine

Maybe
Easy_grounder
Redoleary
Indy138

Doubtful
Adventuregirl

Stone
01-08-2013, 06:56
Anyone know if raccoons seek shelter inside hammocks while it is raining, like they do during snow, circa January 2012?

Hangswithraccons will not be there, so keep you hammocks nie and buttoned up.

TZBrown
01-08-2013, 07:30
All of the planets have aligned, I'm in for this trip. What are we in need of that I might help?

Fuel for the all day buffet :)

Possibly rope for tarp setup.

So Wolverine, you have your own transport, and are in?

If that is the case, I may leave earlier and meet Stone, Paul and Missy for Lunch

Where shall we meet, I am always available for lunch :laugh:
Any other takers?

Wolverine
01-08-2013, 07:34
Fuel for the all day buffet :)

Possibly rope for tarp setup.

So Wolverine, you have your own transport, and are in?

If that is the case, I may leave earlier and meet Stone, Paul and Missy for Lunch

Where shall we meet, I am always available for lunch :laugh:
Any other takers?

TZ, I sent you a private message earlier.

sr1355
01-08-2013, 08:04
Lunch... where are we meeting...

TZBrown
01-08-2013, 08:23
TZ, I sent you a private message earlier.

Did not get one, got others from Staiguy.

Pm sent

Lerms
01-08-2013, 08:38
I have 20lb of propane for my newly converted suitcase stove. Also I have 1gal of white gas for fuel for the lantern and as a cooking backup. As of last night the propane burned for about 10min with no problems.

I am also looking at trying to take Friday off as well.

This work thing is really messing up my fun schedule.

Stone
01-08-2013, 08:47
Lunch... where are we meeting...

I leave that up to you guys.....

Jamesport Brewing - Craft Beer and decent pub food.
Lucianios - Italian
Blu Moon - Gastropub style, see $$$$ but always very good
Michaels - Bar Food
Sportsman's - Pub Food
House of Flavors - Decent food and Ice Cream
Old Hamlin - Is staying open for the winter this year. They do luch and diners, voted Best Breakfeast in town, buffet style might be a good spot for Sunday.

Lerms
01-08-2013, 08:50
I leave that up to you guys.....

Jamesport Brewing - Craft Beer and decent pub food.
Lucianios - Italian
Blu Moon - Gastropub style, see $$$$ but always very good
Michaels - Bar Food
Sportsman's - Pub Food
House of Flavors - Decent food and Ice Cream
Old Hamlin - Is staying open for the winter this year. They do luch and diners, voted Best Breakfeast in town, buffet style might be a good spot for Sunday.

Are you still banned from Michaels?

Stone
01-08-2013, 08:58
Are you still banned from Michaels?

LOL!!!!!!^

I dont know, I've been in there a few times with no guff from those swine. But if we go for lunch, they will still be hungover from the night before, and most likley not there.

Lerms
01-08-2013, 09:03
Good BC I want a Ruben Haters sandwich. AKA the other Ruben.

TZBrown
01-08-2013, 09:07
Wolverine will be riding with me, and we hope to make it to lunch about noon

Anywhere is fine with me.

Lerms
01-08-2013, 09:39
At this point I don't think I will be there in time for lunch on Friday. I might get there by the late afternoon if I can. So count me as a maybe for lunch possibly doubtful.

Odian2
01-08-2013, 13:20
Hi guys noobe to the site. I live pretty close and will hopefully receive my new superfly in time so count me in. Not sure what all the happs are. Do we usually do any hiking or pretty much just hunker down? I have copious amounts of car camping stuff so can pretty much bring whatever is still needed. Looking forward to a fun weekend.

Stone
01-08-2013, 14:19
Hi guys noobe to the site. I live pretty close and will hopefully receive my new superfly in time so count me in. Not sure what all the happs are. Do we usually do any hiking or pretty much just hunker down? I have copious amounts of car camping stuff so can pretty much bring whatever is still needed. Looking forward to a fun weekend.

Welcome to the forums!
There are plenty of opportunities to hike around the State Park about 20 miles of trails. Many people take off for day hikes and the such. We take over a section of the campground, so it is like car camping. But, you can wander back in the woods a bit and set up. The Park Staff loves us, and pretty much lets us do as we please, within reason. LOL! We are not confined to actual campsites.
Look forward to meeting you!

Added you to the list.

TZBrown
01-08-2013, 14:29
Odian2 Welcome to the forum, will see you this weekend

Hey Stone Add Wolverine to the list also

Stone
01-08-2013, 14:41
Updated list as of 2:41PM 1/8/13

Going
stone
Boudah
Vulture
sr1355 +1 or 2
Tim B
Lerms
1energy936
Kerrkid
Gargoyle
shogun_8574
vampiresmiley
michigandave + another Dave
Mr. Pink and his hoopty full of wood +1
TZBrown
Nimbus37 and Julie
Lake Superior777
Odian2
Wolverine

Maybe
Easy_grounder
Redoleary
Indy138

Doubtful
Adventuregirl

Wolverine
01-08-2013, 15:28
Yes, this is Michigan, expect a drop of almost 20 degrees from Friday night's 41 to Saturday night's 23.

sr1355
01-08-2013, 16:11
Hi guys noobe to the site. I live pretty close and will hopefully receive my new superfly in time so count me in. Not sure what all the happs are. Do we usually do any hiking or pretty much just hunker down? I have copious amounts of car camping stuff so can pretty much bring whatever is still needed. Looking forward to a fun weekend.

Welcome to the MADNESS!!! Hope to meet you this weekend...:cool:

Redoleary
01-08-2013, 18:29
I'm having some car maintenance done that should be done on Thursday. Barring that not going as planned I'll be there Fri. night hopefully before 19:00. I'm hoping not to jinx myself by moving my name to the "going" list. :)
List Updated

Going
stone
Boudah
Vulture
sr1355 +1 or 2
Tim B
Lerms
1energy936
Kerrkid
Gargoyle
shogun_8574
Wildcrafter
vampiresmiley
michigandave + another Dave
Mr. Pink and his hoopty full of wood +1
TZBrown
Nimbus37 and Julie
Lake Superior777
Odian2
Wolverine
Redoleary

Maybe
Easy_grounder
Indy138

Doubtful
Adventuregirl

Redoleary
01-09-2013, 05:48
Just a friendly reminder for everyone to bring a proper chair. It is car camping so there is some room for luxury here. IIRC last year there was some sort of collapsible bar stool affair that self destructed in pretty short order. :eek::lol:

Stone
01-09-2013, 07:23
Just a friendly reminder for everyone to bring a proper chair. It is car camping so there is some room for luxury here. IIRC last year there was some sort of collapsible bar stool affair that self destructed in pretty short order. :eek::lol:

LOL! That was funny!


There is pretty much little to no snow here in town. The State Park is about the same. I would recomend bringing some boots for the possible mud and such.

Latest Forecast:

Friday: Periods of rain, mainly before 1pm. High near 48. South southwest wind 13 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.

Friday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers. Cloudy, with a low around 42.

Saturday: A 30 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 47.

Saturday Night: A chance of rain and snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 25.

Sunday: A chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 29.

Sunday Night: A slight chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 24.

bloomgorge
01-09-2013, 07:24
Itiwbgiejtia

TZBrown
01-09-2013, 08:52
Itiwbgiejtia

Patrick, I need language lessons from you :laugh:
I will set in the front of the class :)

TZBrown
01-09-2013, 08:55
Lunch... where are we meeting...

I am fully open to suggestions

Sportsmens or Michaels sounds fine, or if you like microbrews Jamesport, Lucianios, italian

best saved for Sunday breakfast
Old Hamlin - Is staying open for the winter this year. They do luch and diners, voted Best Breakfeast in town, buffet style might be a good spot for Sunday.

vampiresmiley
01-09-2013, 09:22
Latest Forecast:

Friday: Periods of rain, mainly before 1pm. High near 48. South southwest wind 13 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.

Friday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers. Cloudy, with a low around 42.

Saturday: A 30 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 47.

Saturday Night: A chance of rain and snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 25.

Sunday: A chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 29.

Sunday Night: A slight chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 24.

I'm glad the forecast has improved somewhat -- hopefully not providing a repeat of the fall hang, but I'm still thinking I'll leave the winter down and opt for synthetics again.

Michael

easy_grounder
01-09-2013, 12:32
Itiwbgiejtia

let me give it a shot. "I think I will be going if everyone just talks in acronyms"

michigandave
01-09-2013, 12:38
I'm really looking forward to this weekend after reading all these posts and checking out the videos from past MI hangs! Can't make it up Friday, but will be rolling in around noon on Saturday for the festivities. Does anyone know when the Ranger makes his rounds for fees so we can settle up? Save us 2 spots!

Stone
01-09-2013, 12:42
I'm really looking forward to this weekend after reading all these posts and checking out the videos from past MI hangs! Can't make it up Friday, but will be rolling in around noon on Saturday for the festivities. Does anyone know when the Ranger makes his rounds for fees so we can settle up? Save us 2 spots!

He'll prby be there about the time that you show up.

michigandave
01-09-2013, 12:45
He'll prby be there about the time that you show up.

Thanks! FYI, I'm bringing along a coleman 2 burner stove & light too.

bloomgorge
01-09-2013, 12:48
let me give it a shot. "I think I will be going if everyone just talks in acronyms"

Awesome!...sad you could figure that out

Lerms
01-09-2013, 13:01
Awesome!...sad you could figure that out

So you're going? Ahttl. Add him to the list. Shall we add any +'s to your reservation?

Stone
01-09-2013, 13:17
Going
stone
Boudah
Vulture
sr1355 +1 or 2
Tim B
Lerms
1energy936
Kerrkid
Gargoyle
shogun_8574
Wildcrafter
vampiresmiley
michigandave + another Dave
Mr. Pink and his hoopty full of wood +1
TZBrown
Nimbus37 and Julie
Lake Superior777
Odian2
Wolverine
Redoleary
bloomgorge + 1 squatch (LOL!)

Maybe
Easy_grounder
Indy138

Doubtful
Adventuregirl


pbgwgtswa
the bg=bloomgorge

Stone
01-09-2013, 14:12
So lunch.....
I can eat at any of these places whenever I want, someone else decide.

sr1355
01-09-2013, 16:04
You decide, you know these joints and whats good..

bloomgorge
01-09-2013, 17:11
So you're going? Ahttl. Add him to the list. Shall we add any +'s to your reservation?

I don't think I'll be making this one. Can't risk people seeing new unreleased designs.

Redoleary
01-09-2013, 18:10
I don't think I'll be making this one. Can't risk people seeing new unreleased designs.

Come on, the main reason I'm going is to see some new unreleased designs! :boggle:

Stone
01-09-2013, 18:27
I don't think I'll be making this one. Can't risk people seeing new unreleased designs.

Come on! I'm bringing my Backcountry Maker-Bot, it's powered by a wood gas stove! LOL!

Stone
01-09-2013, 18:28
You decide, you know these joints and whats good..

You want craft beer or regular?

Lerms
01-09-2013, 21:19
I don't think I'll be making this one. Can't risk people seeing new unreleased designs.

Like who? Nobody brings anything new or unreleased to these things. :D

bloomgorge
01-09-2013, 22:03
I just can't make this one.

Stone
01-10-2013, 06:24
I just can't make this one.

Is it because you dont like me?

LOL!

No problem buddy, we'll see you at the next one.

TZBrown
01-10-2013, 09:19
I just can't make this one.

Just when I was hoping for a language lesson :(

Will miss you ;)..... And you will miss another cotton hammock shelter :laugh:

Lerms
01-10-2013, 09:32
I just can't make this one.

It's cool. We will just have to give you a hard time at the next one. :lol:

bloomgorge
01-10-2013, 10:36
Is it because you dont like me?

LOL!

No problem buddy, we'll see you at the next one.

Well at the last hang i thought i had a woodbooger throwing stones and sticks at my tarp, when i woke up there were a lot of pbr cans around my tarp so I'm not sure who it was now.


Just when I was hoping for a language lesson :(

Will miss you ;)..... And you will miss another cotton hammock shelter :laugh:

I'm just glad its not tyvek again



It's cool. We will just have to give you a hard time at the next one. :lol:

That's a given. I've got some things that need to be done around the house that i would like to do when we have this 60deg day.

I am thinking about a trip in feb to taquamenum falls but i think a few of you may be in CO .

Stone
01-10-2013, 11:42
Latest forecast:
Friday: Rain likely, mainly before 1pm. Areas of fog after 1pm. Otherwise, cloudy, with a high near 50. Breezy, with a south southwest wind 16 to 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.

Friday Night: Areas of fog. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a low around 44. Breezy, with a south wind 15 to 20 mph.

Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high near 46. Breezy, with a south wind 20 to 24 mph.

Saturday Night: A chance of rain and snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 26. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Sunday: A chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 27. Chance of precipitation is 30%.


"Well at the last hang i thought i had a woodbooger throwing stones and sticks at my tarp, when i woke up there were a lot of pbr cans around my tarp so I'm not sure who it was now."
Patrick, if I was throwing things at you, I wouldnt have been hitting the tarp. LOL!

Stone
01-10-2013, 12:32
Lunch....I have made an excutive decsion......
Jamesport Brewing
410 South James Street
(231) 845-2522

http://www.jamesportbrewingcompany.com/


See you guys at noon!

TZBrown
01-10-2013, 14:21
Lunch....I have made an excutive decsion......
Jamesport Brewing
410 South James Street
(231) 845-2522

http://www.jamesportbrewingcompany.com/


See you guys at noon!

I like a decision, exec or otherwise :)

Dblcorona
01-10-2013, 18:17
Definitely watch out for those widow makers with that wind. Have fun guys.

TZBrown
01-11-2013, 07:34
Heading out around 8. In the rain, but at least I get to hang :)

Stone
01-11-2013, 08:51
The rain has all but stopped here. How I am going to get through the next 3 hours as work is beyond me. Cant wait to get into the woods and hang with good friends!

sr1355
01-11-2013, 08:56
Rolling north...

Vulture
01-11-2013, 09:04
Bringing my boxed WBBB, UGQ topquilt and under quilt, and sleeping bag. Testing time! Can't wait!!

michigandave
01-11-2013, 09:05
Argg...you guys are making me jealous since I can't get up there till tomorrow. Doesn't look like the snow will be around so I'm betting that snowshoeing is off.
Looks like high winds 20-24 with gusts to 40 are in the forecast for Saturday. Have a great hang tonight and enjoy the downtime in the woods!

Stone
01-11-2013, 15:10
Lunch was great, saw 1energy, gargoyle, TZ and Wolverine. All packed and on my way to the park soon.

rda22
01-13-2013, 11:26
Great time last night. Really enjoyed meeting everyone, thanks MUCH for the endless fire, chili and fun followed by a toasty hang. Even enjoyed chipping out this morn.

Dave (another Dave)

sr1355
01-13-2013, 17:43
Home and drying gear after another great weekend in the woods with fellow hangers. Great time seeing old faces as well as meeting some new ones too. Saturday was super warm, 50's, so much for a winter hang but we did get some mid 20's last night and woke up to a nice coat of ice on everything... Had a chance to talk to Ludington State Park Unit Manager as well as a few of his staff and they all were impressed with our camping unit of choice...

This was MissyLou's first cold weather hang and she was snug as a bug last night.:cool:

Thanks to everyone that attended, all those that kept us fed, and Mr Pink for his generous truck load of wood again...:D

michigandave
01-13-2013, 18:48
Glad to make it to my first (and hopefully many future) group hangs. Hat's off and a big thank you to all those who organized it. Next time I'm bringing name tags so I remember who's who. I'd never been to LSP, so it was pretty cool going someplace new. Thanks again and happy hangin'

1energy936
01-14-2013, 00:18
Always a good time thanks to everyone!!!

Stone
01-14-2013, 08:29
Great Time, Great People, So So Weather. Its was great seeing ond friends and meeting new ones. Looking forward to the Spring Hang already!

Lerms
01-14-2013, 11:22
Great Time, Great People, So So Weather. Its was great seeing ond friends and meeting new ones. Looking forward to the Spring Hang already!

Wait that wasn't the Spring Hang? :eek:

Had a great time this weekend. Had a lot of fun taking my frozen sheet of sil down yesterday morning.

Good to see everyone and meet some new faces. Hopefully next year we will have more snow.

TZBrown
01-14-2013, 11:52
Drying gear and repacking to leave on Wed for MN and the Froze Butt Hang.

Had a great time as always

Thanks to all who kept us warm with a big fire, and fed us so well. I don't ever lose weight on any of these group hangs :D

Here are a few PHOTOS (http://flic.kr/s/aHsjDBqAD4)

michigandave
01-14-2013, 12:07
Drying gear and repacking to leave on Wed for MN and the Froze Butt Hang.

Had a great time as always

Thanks to all who kept us warm with a big fire, and fed us so well. I don't ever lose weight on any of these group hangs :D

Here are a few PHOTOS (http://flic.kr/s/aHsjDBqAD4)

Thanks for posting those pics from the weekend. Enjoy Minnesota! You should see alot more snow than we did this weekend.

Wolverine
01-14-2013, 13:00
Trip Planing or Trip Reporting? Confused. I posted a link for Pictures under Trip Reporting.

Stone
01-14-2013, 13:05
Trip Planing or Trip Reporting? Confused. I posted a link for Pictures under Trip Reporting.

Usually photos and full reports are put in Trip Reporting. They sometimes end up here during the "thanks for a great trip/nice meeting everyone" comments.

TZBrown
01-14-2013, 13:05
Trip Planing or Trip Reporting? Confused. I posted a link for Pictures under Trip Reporting.

That's where it should be, but I have never done a lot of stuff the right way ;)

Wolverine
01-14-2013, 15:23
Just coming off a Winter Hang euphoria. My Bad.