Tuesday, June 24, 2008 Tuesday arrived with dark clouds and some rain. After talking to Dad I realized were not going to make it all the way back into Clearwater and out again and make our exit date. We made the decision to back track and head back to B.E.. I was disappointed in not getting back to Clearwater and making the loop but I knew it was the right decision. We broke camp and did some fishing and had good luck with the walleyes. By the time we started to head out toward Gull. late morning, the wind had really picked up and we had white caps on the lake. Keegan and I found it a real challenge to get back to the portage. We had water almost coming over the edge of the canoe and with only 10 yr old power up front we had to battle to get across the lake but we finally made it safe and sound. That is one tough kid!

We went back through the same two portages only to find B.E. was also whitecaps. At the portage getting us into Gull we met this group of friends:

Once back in B.E. Keegan and I hugged the shore and got pushed by the wind backward a couple of times but we finally made it into Gabbro still pretty dry and stronger for the experience. Our intent was to grab a campsite in the B.E./ Gabbro rapids area but all were taken. We ended up paddling all the way to the other end of Gabbro and finding campsite 2135 open. We were tired and it was dinner time so were we about ready to take whatever we found. Wow, what a campsite! On a island with a beautiful view, a fire pit on a cliff looking out over Gabbro and tent pads cushioned by lots of pine needles!! Heaven sent!

Once again Raleigh took off to the opposite side of the island to fish the rock cliffs for walleye. He had good luck and caught several fish. We set up camp and ate a late dinner. While we finished up dessert the boys got to see there first Northern lights display. While it was a bit dim it was impressive nonetheless.