Wilderness Orientation: Pictured Rocks National Park Backpacking

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The Lake Superior Coastal Trail is one of the most scenic stretches of backpacking trails. Students should anticipate moderate to challenging hiking, learning to master backcountry skills, and enjoying beaches and primitive camping.

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Passport or equivalent is required.

Details

• Total available spots: 30
• Cost: $575

Experience level recommended

• Wilderness experience

  

• Water activities

  

• Fitness intensity

  

Testimonials

What students are saying about this trip:

“The best week of my life!”

“My personal highlights were connecting with every person on an intellectual level and having solo time next to the beach.”

“Through the reading, I was able to think more deeply about what I want my relationship with God to be.”

Leadership

Matt DeWitt

Gene Hill

Itinerary

Day 1—Trip Orientation, skills clinic, and team building (on campus)
Day 2—Depart for Lake Superior Provincial Park—Begin Backpacking Coastal Trail; Backpack to Robertson Cove
Day 3—Backpack to Mouth of Baldhead River; Rock Jumping
Day 4—Backpack to Rhyolite Cove; Waterfall Swimming
Day 5—Backpack to Warp Bay; Enjoy a beach in the middle of the wilderness
Day 6—Hike to Devil’s Chair – Solo Experience
Day 7—Backpack to Gargantua; Transport to Wilderness State Park CCCC Historic Log Cabins
Day 8—Spend mornings at Sturgeon Bay Beach; Return to Calvin College by 7 p.m.

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