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Welcome aboard!

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This weekend is going to be a great opportunity to catch the very last camping trip of the season and witness the life cycle of trees as they change their verdant summer canopy into a crazy fall colors. And! we might just get in time to witness this nature phenomenon: https://www.americanforests.org/fall-foliage-map/

This campsite gem is located only one and half an hour from Chicago. Situated in the semi-wooded area, nested in a close proximity to hiking trails, rivers, and biking tails. The nighttime is perfect for stargazing!

There is an abundance of places in the area to explore, as the site is located 13 miles from downtown St. Joseph and 13 miles from downtown South Haven. It's conveniently close to the SW Michigan Makers’ Trail (Wineries, Breweries, Distilleries: https://makerstrail.org/) and about 4 miles from a small beach (Hagar Park/Beach) on Lake Michigan (not counting big beaches at St. Joseph and South Haven).

 

Hiking trails for hiking lovers:

• Sarett Nature Center (9 Miles Away): 6 Miles of Trails: https://sarett.org/

• Van Buren Trail State Park (10 Miles Away): 14 Miles (Rails to Trail): https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/parksandtrails/details.aspx?id=354&type=SPTR

• Harbor Shore Fitness Trail (13 Miles Away): 12 Miles: https://www.harborshoresresort.com/harbor-shores-unveils-nature-fitness-trails/

 

Options for avid paddlers:

• Rivers/Lakes Access, South Haven Kayak Launch (Black River) (Rentals) 123 Dunkley Ave, South Haven, MI 49090

• Benton Harbor Kayak Launch (Paw Paw River, St. Joseph River) (Rentals) 485 Graham Ave #365, Benton Harbor, MI 49022

• Paw Paw Lake Launch:
  Westside: 4643 Wil-O-Paw Dr #4585, Coloma, MI 49038
  Eastside: 5778 N Watervliet Rd, Watervliet, MI 49098

 

Biking trails for the two wheels enthusiasts: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/ParksandTrails/Details.aspx?id=353&type=SPTR

 

Additional good-to know items:

• The agenda for the weekend will be posted closer to the event

• We have max of 16 spots

• We start and end every day with a communal campfire

• Dogs are allowed

• REI link to camping essentials: https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/family-camping-checklist.html

 

Pricing:
$40 unless you are annual Pine Point Member (then it's $35). To secure your spot, please send your electronic payment to Pine Point via Zelle to "pinepointskiclub@yahoo.com" and add the trip name in the notes.

Post any questions or comments on meetup and I'll look forward to be camping with you.

 

Magda - Trip Leader