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2026 Fall Wingnight Camping and Potluck

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BWCA

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04/28/2026 06:15AM

Come out and celebrate the 25th Anniversary!

We have wingnight weekend booked for 9/25 - 9/27 at the barn site at Baker Park private group campsite. Located in Medina, mn.

Marshview Group Campsite

Meet up with new and old BWCA enthusiasts for tales around the campfire, potluck, prize drawings, camping and more!

Large Group Camping Site - Plenty of room to spread out. Generally a few spots for hangers under the barn.

Friday - Group Campsite reservation starts at 3pm (If you plan to arrive promptly at 3pm, reach out for code). Evening bond fire. Camping.

Pot Luck: 1pm Saturday. Followed by Door Prize drawing! (It is rare that anyone leave empty handed). Barn has some electricity for crockpots.

Saturday evening bond fire and banter and camping.

Sunday - checkout by 1pm.

Drop an RSVP and subscribe to the thread to keep up to date.

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Tony

05/02/2026 11:31AM

Got it on the calendar thanks for setting this up Adam

Tony

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LindenTree

05/02/2026 11:43AM

I'm hoping to make it.

May the rivers be crooked and winding, and your portages lonesome, leading to the most amazing view.

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ducks

05/03/2026 07:49AM

This is always a good time with great people. It’s fun to catch up with old friends and meet new ones. Bruin his hoping for some other kids to make it this year. He’s heard stories from his older sisters of the fun they had playing, exploring, and building forts with the other kids when they were younger.

Ride EZ

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UPBoy

05/04/2026 04:41PM

Added to the calendar. I'll be there.

Pretty sure I haven't heard all the stories yet.

UP Boy

I can only hope that when I die, my wife does not sell my fishing equipment for what I told her I paid for it

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Canoearoo

05/12/2026 02:35PM

ducks: "This is always a good time with great people. It’s fun to catch up with old friends and meet new ones. Bruin his hoping for some other kids to make it this year. He’s heard stories from his older sisters of the fun they had playing, exploring, and building forts with the other kids when they were younger. "

My kids still talk about that even as adults! They had a blast

Life jackets float, you don't!

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BWCA

Administrator

07/15/2026 08:51PM

Topping

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Kat

07/15/2026 10:00PM

Was planning on a solo trip on 9/21 so not sure where this get together takes place and am interested in possibly attending

James

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Jefflynn06

07/15/2026 10:03PM

I've not been to a wingnight before so I have no idea where Baker Park is located. City? State?

Two Paddle

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BWCA

Administrator

07/15/2026 10:15PM

Medina, Mn

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Cricket67

07/18/2026 03:33PM

I fully intend to attend the potluck. Always enjoy sharing stories!

"In wilderness is the preservation of the world" - Henry David Thoreau

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dogwoodgirl

07/18/2026 05:22PM

I'll be missing it this year- I do my radio show on TheNorth1033.org on the 26th. Tune me in from 6-9pm, I'll provide a good campfire soundtrack!

~On to Fort Chipewyan before the snow flies!

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MN_Lindsey

07/18/2026 06:18PM

Might work out this year to come! :)

“The Wilderness holds answers to more questions than we have yet learned to ask.” - Nancy Newhall

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nctry

07/19/2026 04:36PM

Good reason to come home to Minnesota!! Then head to the sugar beet harvest…

Nctry

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straighthairedcurly

07/19/2026 10:00PM

My normal work conflict has been removed so I am planning to come.

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Hawbakers

07/21/2026 07:54AM

Hello! It has been too long since I've seen some of you. I'm putting this on my calendar! See you then!

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inspector13

07/22/2026 09:43PM

Hawbakers: "Hello! It has been too long since I've seen some of you. I'm putting this on my calendar! See you then!"

Please come. I will be there depending on when I get help clearing the dead Balsams, and now wind downed previously alive trees.

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nctry

07/24/2026 06:29PM

Steve… we shoulda had the camp out up at your place!!! I hope you can make the campout!!! I go from there to my sugar beet driving job… I sure miss Minnesota, but it sounded like a good year to not be there.
And… Karen? Wow!!!!!! Awesome! And Beth… pretty cool you can make it. Now I’m hoping Adam doesn’t back out! Haha!

Nctry

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nctry

07/24/2026 07:12PM

So… not being real active sitting on a cactus… is John Galt still active here? He was a fun guy to get to know at a Wing Night a few years back.

Nctry

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BWCA

Administrator

07/26/2026 08:24AM

nctry: "So… not being real active sitting on a cactus… is John Galt still active here? He was a fun guy to get to know at a Wing Night a few years back."

Hi Ben, I am not sure how active he is on the site, but I have been texting with him, and will check if he is coming down.

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inspector13

07/28/2026 12:30PM

See you then Ben!

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nctry

08/08/2026 02:09PM

Thanks Adam…

I sure hope more new people can come… even for the day on that Saturday for the festivities! It’s a great place to put names to faces and find out why nctryben gets the ugliest canoer award year after year… it’s awesome too to see everyone in their element pitching tents instead of being intense… often times folks have brought their canoes and found places to paddle trying out each others rides, paddles and techniques. But truthfully… just hanging out and sharing stories and such, enjoying campfires, eating well… it’s very relaxing and a great time. Meeting Adam you’ll quickly see why he’s so popular. He acts like he owns the site or something… oh wait…
Clear the date(s) we’d love to have new blood… the mosquitoes always enjoy that… not usually a deal that late in the year…
See you all there…

Nctry

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Hawbakers

08/10/2026 08:52AM

inspector13: "
Hawbakers: "Hello! It has been too long since I've seen some of you. I'm putting this on my calendar! See you then!"

Please come. I will be there depending on when I get help clearing the dead Balsams, and now wind downed previously alive trees.

"

Ok, now I have to come, for sure!

Yes, I understand. We have also lost trees on our property due to the Spruce bud worm. It seems sometimes we are lumberjacks. Hahaha. We are heating with wood in the winter months but order precut birch from a local vendor.

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inspector13

08/15/2026 08:04PM

Hawbakers: "
inspector13: "
Hawbakers: "Hello! It has been too long since I've seen some of you. I'm putting this on my calendar! See you then!"

Please come. I will be there depending on when I get help clearing the dead Balsams, and now wind downed previously alive trees.

"
Ok, now I have to come, for sure!

Yes, I understand. We have also lost trees on our property due to the Spruce bud worm. It seems sometimes we are lumberjacks. Hahaha. We are heating with wood in the winter months but order precut birch from a local vendor. "

We even have more in common now. My sister moved to the far north
eastern portion of Lakeville, and are now looking over my parents.
Are you still in Farmington?
I love Whitetail Woods in Empire Twp. I haven't seen a better rehab of prairie. Really nice park!

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BWCA

Administrator

08/31/2026 08:02PM

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MN_Lindsey

09/08/2026 09:12PM

MN_Lindsey: "Might work out this year to come! :) "

A wilderness trip presented itself for this weekend, so going to take it! Enjoy everyone!

“The Wilderness holds answers to more questions than we have yet learned to ask.” - Nancy Newhall

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Cricket67

09/08/2026 09:45PM

MN_Lindsey: "
MN_Lindsey: "Might work out this year to come! :) "

A wilderness trip presented itself for this weekend, so going to take it! Enjoy everyone!"

Good for you...bummer for us. I have a permit for Lake Kawishiwi for the 27th, but plan on attending the potluck to get me even more pumped up for my 3rd annual fall solo trip.

Have a great time!

"In wilderness is the preservation of the world" - Henry David Thoreau

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Cricket67

09/08/2026 09:54PM

Quick question - curious if anyone who bought any of the granite gear packs from boji last year would be interested in selling? I just didn't have the cash on me last year otherwise I would have taken part in the feeding frenzy.

"In wilderness is the preservation of the world" - Henry David Thoreau

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bombinbrian

09/14/2026 12:57PM

I’m running for the MN House this year and have the Northwoods Gala on Saturday night, but would love to attend for a bit.

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Stumpy

09/15/2026 12:25AM

Maybe I'll walk in

As a dog returneth to his vomit, so a fool returneth to his folly

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straighthairedcurly

09/15/2026 07:15AM

Unfortunately I will miss again this year. My brother and I had to push back our Border Route Challenge to the 26th instead of this week. Have fun everyone!

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LindenTree

09/15/2026 11:47AM

I will be there Friday nite and most of the day Saturday, may even stay Sat nite.

May the rivers be crooked and winding, and your portages lonesome, leading to the most amazing view.

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Hawbakers

09/19/2026 02:02PM

LindenTree: "I will be there Friday nite and most of the day Saturday, may even stay Sat nite."

That is my plan as well! Looking forward to it! Getting my gear ready today. See you soon!

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KevinL

09/19/2026 06:47PM

I'll be up Friday night, see you all then.

KevinL

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TuscaroraBorealis

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Moderator

09/23/2026 06:49AM

I have a trip in through North Fowl starting on Saturday so, I won't make this get together. If the current fall colors around Babbitt & Ely are any indication, I should hit very near peak colors up there - looking forward to trip but, will miss seeing/visiting with all the wonderful folks who attend.

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pswith5

09/23/2026 10:21AM

Anyone considering gear swap/ give-away? I think I remember that in the past.?

Without the bad times, the good times wouldn't seem so good.

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UPBoy

09/23/2026 01:09PM

I was thinking of bringing some rain gear. Anyone interested? Mostly XL size.

I can only hope that when I die, my wife does not sell my fishing equipment for what I told her I paid for it

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BWCA

Administrator

09/23/2026 07:48PM

I will be giving away some BWCA swag for sure (something for everyone) and probably bring out some other stuff I have to give away.

Sorry Cricket no packs, but if you need to borrow something just let me know.

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inspector13

09/23/2026 09:03PM

I'll miss you T.B. have a good trip.

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ducks

09/24/2026 09:26AM

inspector13: "
I'll miss you T.B. have a good trip.

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I agree on both points. It’s always good chatting with TB.

I will most likely be there, and with one of the ducklings (19 year old). Bruin (7) wants to stay home with big duckling (21) because there weren’t other kids to play with the last 2 years.

If anyone is bringing kids let me know so I can let the smallest duckling know.

Ride EZ

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Cricket67

09/24/2026 09:45AM

I start a Kawishiwi Lake solo the next day, going to drive up early early Sunday, but will be there for the potluck Saturday to get me fired up.

Adam, I may be interested in borrowing a granite gear pack for this trip. I think it would have more capacity than my REI backpack I have been using and I'm trying to single portage for at least the back half of my trip. I'd appreciate it if you brought it along so I could at least try it out. I may also take a look at what sawbill has for packs and rent one of theirs...trying to make a point of giving them some business even if I don't really need to.

T.B., bummed you won't be there but have a great trip! I think you may be right and we'll both get to experience some great fall colors!

UPboy - I may be interested in some raingear at that's my size. Specifically I don't have a good pair of rainpants and it looks like rain for the first few days of my trip. Thanks!

"In wilderness is the preservation of the world" - Henry David Thoreau

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CarolynS

09/24/2026 05:32PM

I hope to stop by Saturday on my way to western MN. See you then!

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BWCA

Administrator

09/25/2026 06:27AM

Looking forward to seeing/meeting everyone! Looks like a great night for a fire. Tomorrow it looks like we may get some rain in the afternoon, but it sounds like the system may fizzle out like it did yesterday.

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timatkn

09/25/2026 07:12AM

Have fun everyone! It’s my Dad’s 80th Saturday and I’ll be heading south to Iowa for his party.

T

“Many go fishing all their lives without knowing that it is not fish they are after.” Henry David Thoreau

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BWCA

Administrator

09/25/2026 10:50AM

If anyone is planning to arrive promptly at 3ish, drop me a line to get the code for gate.

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Tony

09/25/2026 01:55PM

First one here! Glad the gate was open waiting for everyone else to show up come on guys and gals.

Tony

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pswith5

09/25/2026 08:59PM

My plan is to get moving fairly early tomorrow ( Saturday) if anyone needs anything..forgot anything
.let me know. I will do my best to check e-mail before I leave. ..see you by 10 ??

Without the bad times, the good times wouldn't seem so good.

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BEARnMOOSE

09/25/2026 10:46PM

Anyone interested in checking out a CCS dynema tarp and DutchRidgeline? I could make a quick stop before and after grandma's 100th bday.

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ducks

09/26/2026 11:31AM

A nasty stomach bug has hit our house so I’m staying home. I was looking forward to catching up and meeting some new people. Have a great day!

Ride EZ

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BWCA

Administrator

09/26/2026 03:55PM

Wingnight 2026 Crew

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quark2222

09/26/2026 06:08PM

Good looking group. Apparently one of the men attending didn't get the memo that all males must wear a hat and females are not allowed to wear one. Hope that all of you have a great time!

Tom

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inspector13

09/26/2026 06:57PM

But shorty after that picture I receive the BWCA Pom Winter Hat.
Thanks to Adam for organizing this get together! I hope you campers get some dry time tonight to enjoy some camaraderie around the firepit.

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KevinL

09/27/2026 12:52PM

Home and unpacked. Thanks again Adam and the entire BWCA.COM crew for a great weekend.

I'm a Cyclone fan Dick, but I'd like to take this opportunity to say, How bout them Hawks!

KevinL

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Hawbakers

09/27/2026 01:31PM

Thanks to everyone for coming and thank you Adam for another great Wingnite! It was a pleasure to see everyone and hang out around the fire and chat! I had a great time!

I was the last to leave and had to pack up my tent a little wet, so now it's on the clothesline drying.

FYI, Adam. As I was leaving, the family who had parked near the barn did return from their walk. The kids were excited to show me their collection of acorns. A nice family from Corcoran. I waited for them to finish and was able to lock up the gate as I left.

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nctry

09/27/2026 02:39PM

Thank you Adam… sad to see such a small turn out. But it was fun nonetheless.

Nctry

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LindenTree

09/27/2026 05:17PM

I got home Sat evening after driving in the rain 1/2 the way. IT was 60 degrees and nice in Duluth with nary a look of rain. I'm used to it being the other way.
Great to see everyone, and thanks Adam.

May the rivers be crooked and winding, and your portages lonesome, leading to the most amazing view.

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adam

Moderator

Moderator

09/27/2026 06:34PM

Always a pleasure gathering with some of the finest people! The stories, knowledge, humor, and food made for a great weekend!

We hope many members new or old make it next year!

And keep an eye our for mini-wingnight's in the metro or start one in your area. Drop me a line and I will happily send along for some swag.

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butthead

09/28/2026 09:22AM

Looks like a bunch of gezzers there! Pete mesaged me to say hi so I figured I'd post an update. Cathy and I spend a lot of time traveling around mostly western mountain states.

Beartooth Pass around 10000 feet. Yes snow in August!

Spent this past weekend at Road America driving the Sunset Cruise
Sunset Cruise at RA

Grandkids now 20 and 15 years old both tall! We keep busy! Best to all my old paddling friends!

butthead, KenM

"never underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups" George Carlin

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Zulu

09/28/2026 02:01PM

Thanks for the update Ken. Happy you are well and traveling.
We did Beartooth Pass the first day it opened this Spring. Also visited Oregon for first time too.
I couldn’t make it to Wingnight either. I miss everyone. Hope to see some at a mini wing! Take care!

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inspector13

09/28/2026 06:02PM

It's great to hear from you butthead and Zulu.
Hey Tony, I looked it up and that Duluth cider maker was only new to me. It is Wild State, and they are indeed in the Lincoln Park area.

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KevinL

09/29/2026 03:23PM

inspector13: "It's great to hear from you butthead and Zulu.
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Nice to hear from you both.

KevinL

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Tony

09/29/2026 06:36PM

inspector13: "
It's great to hear from you butthead and Zulu.
Hey Tony, I looked it up and that Duluth cider maker was only new to me. It is Wild State, and they are indeed in the Lincoln Park area.

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I have been to that cider company quite often and that and Duluth cider are both good.

Tony

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