Cape Jones Expedition
Yearly Archives: 2022
49 posts
I was still a little bleary eyed as I crawled out of the back of my Jeep. Our camp, on the shore of Longue Pointe, was still quiet. We were a lonely arrangement of Jeeps on the rocks above the receding morning tide. A few of the team were just […]
The Copper Harbor Lighthouse is located at the tip of the Keweenaw peninsula of Michigan. However with the road being closed, there’s only one way to arrive there, by boat. Join DaViking and I as we attempt to get to this obscure destination. The Copper Harbor State Marina Boat Launch […]
Following our helicopter flight over The Straits of Mackinac, we settled into seats at one of our favorite watering holes, The Key Hole Bar and Grill. Energy buzzed as the line of customers grew outside. Aaron hustled out from behind the bar to take our drink orders. He was everywhere […]
This unmarked site, Devil’s Washtub, makes for an exciting find along the Lake Superior shoreline near the tip of the Keweenaw peninsula. Brendan, our hotel concierge, along with Will told us about this unique blowhole rock formation. It’s located along M26 near Mohawk, Michigan. Two miles west of Copper Harbor. […]
Fort Wilkins, already one hundred years old in1939, had been crumbling at the tip of the Keweenaw Peninsula. This fort was brought back to life with Donald W. Dow leading the team. The captivating story of Donald W. Dow and the restoration of Fort Wilkins gave me a better insight […]
Rock Island is known as “Wisconsin’s Best Kept Secret” and “The Jewel of Arts and Nature.” Located in Lake Michigan, north of the Door Peninsula, DaViking (my husband, Chuck) and I decided to travel on three ferries so we could learn about this mysterious, rustic state park. In true fashion, […]
***Sorry the trailer is Sold*** $11,250 This Flyer Pursue is perfect for taking your camping up a notch. Whether you are heading to a campground, or making it an off-road trek. This unit easily sleeps two inside. The front curb side slide out kitchenette is fast and easy to set [...]
DaViking, my husband, Chuck, and I found this spot two years ago. This brass ring embedded on 8th Avenue in Manitowoc, Wisconsin caused us curiosity. What happened here? Join me as I attend Sputnikfest! (September 10, 2022) This annual festival celebrates the first space craft to reenter Earth’s atmosphere, well […]
I have always been fascinated by the story of the Titanic! Last month my husband, Chuck, and I found the grave of William Edward Minahan located in Green Bay, Wisconsin at Woodlawn Cemetery. His captivating story deserves recognition, as does all who have lived. Our fluid lives often take turns […]