Leaving day is always very bittersweet for me. I just love it up in the BWCA so much but it is always nice to get a shower and to see people again. We covered the portages fairly quickly as the group had gotten pretty good at portaging only in a couple days. I was very proud of them. We passed a few groups just coming in and we wished them well on their way. We got back to the Poplar landing and loaded up the cars. I always like jumping in the water and cleaning up before the long ride home. Its just nice to get in to some dry clean clothes for the ride back. We stopped at Subway on the way back and got in some fresh food which was nice for a change and reflected on another great trip during the ride back. This was the best trip weather wise I have had so far. 60s to 70s and sunny every day exept for half of our lay over day. The bugs were not bad at all either which was a blessing. The fishing was a little poor which is a bummer for my brother and I because that’s what we like doing best but still all in all a great trip. All the new comers loved it and want to go again so that’s always a good feeling. Also. Really enjoyed having a dog with as well. Not as much maintenance as I would have thought but she just a small dog and pretty well behaved so she was a good addition as well. 

Until next years trip I guess we'll just be dreaming of those days when we can sink a paddle and a line into that clear blue water up North and let all the stress of life drift away.

Thanks for reading I hope you enjoyed!