2024 XXXI Annual PA-MD Extreme Trip
Ex-treme (ek-streme) adj.
1. Most remote in any direction; outermost or farthest 2. Being in or attaining the greatest or highest degree; very intense 3. Extending far beyond the norm 4. Of the greatest severity; drastic
Trip preview:
If you are in for an adventure we have a challenge for you! The itinerary of this year’s one and only Extreme trip will be focused on the central Upper Peninsula of Michigan – a hiking, and exploring paradise. Interested in rafting across a crystal clear spring and watch massive trout 80’ below? It’s called Kitchitikipi and we’re going there. Like waterfalls? We’re going to get up close and personal to some really amazing ones! Interested in adventure? How about an epic hike in the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore to see Cathedral Rock, and hunt for Petosky stones on the shore of Lake Superior! Have the courage for cliff jumping? – you’ll get LOTS of chances on this trip in several locations! Like wilderness canoeing? We’re going on a trip in the Sylvania Wilderness on the pristine Manistique River where we should have the river all to ourselves. Ever hiked across an underwater land bridge to explore an island in Lake Superior? Are you a music enthusiast? We’re gonna have a hillbilly jamboree you won’t soon forget! Like fishing? You’ll have opportunity to catch your big one, so better bring your rod and reel! We’re going to do just that, and so much more! So come along and you will have joined an elite group and will live your life going forward in a whole new way. Nothing can take these experiences away from you. Come and enjoy the thrills, the revelry, and the camaraderie among a certain kind of unusual people the Extreme Trip breeds – overcomers. You’re invited…GET PREPARED, and Be There… Bonzai!!!!!!
COST
$120 per person. Note: this trip is partly underwritten!!!
Payment, signed registration, signed release, and proof of insurance due by June 15, 2024 to help in making reservations and confirming vehicles required. No late registrations will be accepted. Trip may be limited to people registered on a first come, first serve basis based upon drivers and vehicles available.
Please make payments to Kirk Bailey, 5838 Shannon Rd., Hartford, WI 53027 (by cash, or check, or by Paypal: @kirkbailey1, or by Venmo: @Kirk-Bailey-3)
Itinerary NOTE: All times and events subject to change!!!!!
24 July (Wed) 11 a.m. SHARP!! Meet at the Bailey Ranch, 5838 Shannon Rd., Hartford, WI then depart for Michigan, setup camp at the Meyer’s in Rapid River, swim, evening campfire, games
25 July (Thu) Kitchitikipi Springs - Palms Book SP, Fayette Historic SP, swim at Indian Lake SP, walk out as far as we can without swimming into Lake Michigan (Big Bay De Noc)
26 July (Fri) MARATHON DAY - Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore hiking, Cathedral Rock, descend and climb 300’ Grand Sable Dunes, Lake Superior cliff jumping/swimming/Petosky hunting, Munising area waterfalls, Hwy 2 Community Drive in Theatre (evening)
27 July (Sat) Laughing Whitefish Falls, Presque Isle Park cliff jumping, hike under water land bridge to Little Presque Island in Lake Superior, Dead River Falls hiking/cliff jumping, Hillbilly Jamboree (evening)
28 July (Sun) Break camp, Canoe in Seney Wildlife Refuge on the Manistique River, Awards, Extreme Dinner, arrive back at 8 pm
Trip limitations:
Must be at least 8-17 years old to participate. (Parent attendance requested for those under 10 years old. Those 18 years or older desiring to participate please contact Kirk Bailey for consideration as a group leader). Attendee must not be afraid of water, nor heights, and must be prepared for some strenuous physical activity and carrying their own water (at least one group prep hike is required for new Extreme trip attendees under 13 years old).
What to bring:
Pair of cheap tennis shoes or water shoes for canoeing, hiking boots, shammy or towel, mosquito/black fly & sun protectant, snacks for trip, warm weather clothes, rain poncho, jacket or sweatshirt for cool nights, swim suit (one piece for ladies, please), travel games, bible, wide brim hat, sleeping bag for warm weather, air mattress or sleeping pad, water bottle, energy bars, day pack, flash light with new batteries, beret from past extreme trips, cooling towel, beret from past extreme trips, spending money ($15), camera (opt).
Things that will be provided: Chaperones, recreational equipment, passes/tickets, camping fees, first aid kit, food, food prep/storage gear, tents, transportation.
Ex-treme (ek-streme) adj.
1. Most remote in any direction; outermost or farthest 2. Being in or attaining the greatest or highest degree; very intense 3. Extending far beyond the norm 4. Of the greatest severity; drastic
Trip preview:
If you are in for an adventure we have a challenge for you! The itinerary of this year’s one and only Extreme trip will be focused on the central Upper Peninsula of Michigan – a hiking, and exploring paradise. Interested in rafting across a crystal clear spring and watch massive trout 80’ below? It’s called Kitchitikipi and we’re going there. Like waterfalls? We’re going to get up close and personal to some really amazing ones! Interested in adventure? How about an epic hike in the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore to see Cathedral Rock, and hunt for Petosky stones on the shore of Lake Superior! Have the courage for cliff jumping? – you’ll get LOTS of chances on this trip in several locations! Like wilderness canoeing? We’re going on a trip in the Sylvania Wilderness on the pristine Manistique River where we should have the river all to ourselves. Ever hiked across an underwater land bridge to explore an island in Lake Superior? Are you a music enthusiast? We’re gonna have a hillbilly jamboree you won’t soon forget! Like fishing? You’ll have opportunity to catch your big one, so better bring your rod and reel! We’re going to do just that, and so much more! So come along and you will have joined an elite group and will live your life going forward in a whole new way. Nothing can take these experiences away from you. Come and enjoy the thrills, the revelry, and the camaraderie among a certain kind of unusual people the Extreme Trip breeds – overcomers. You’re invited…GET PREPARED, and Be There… Bonzai!!!!!!
COST
$120 per person. Note: this trip is partly underwritten!!!
Payment, signed registration, signed release, and proof of insurance due by June 15, 2024 to help in making reservations and confirming vehicles required. No late registrations will be accepted. Trip may be limited to people registered on a first come, first serve basis based upon drivers and vehicles available.
Please make payments to Kirk Bailey, 5838 Shannon Rd., Hartford, WI 53027 (by cash, or check, or by Paypal: @kirkbailey1, or by Venmo: @Kirk-Bailey-3)
Itinerary NOTE: All times and events subject to change!!!!!
24 July (Wed) 11 a.m. SHARP!! Meet at the Bailey Ranch, 5838 Shannon Rd., Hartford, WI then depart for Michigan, setup camp at the Meyer’s in Rapid River, swim, evening campfire, games
25 July (Thu) Kitchitikipi Springs - Palms Book SP, Fayette Historic SP, swim at Indian Lake SP, walk out as far as we can without swimming into Lake Michigan (Big Bay De Noc)
26 July (Fri) MARATHON DAY - Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore hiking, Cathedral Rock, descend and climb 300’ Grand Sable Dunes, Lake Superior cliff jumping/swimming/Petosky hunting, Munising area waterfalls, Hwy 2 Community Drive in Theatre (evening)
27 July (Sat) Laughing Whitefish Falls, Presque Isle Park cliff jumping, hike under water land bridge to Little Presque Island in Lake Superior, Dead River Falls hiking/cliff jumping, Hillbilly Jamboree (evening)
28 July (Sun) Break camp, Canoe in Seney Wildlife Refuge on the Manistique River, Awards, Extreme Dinner, arrive back at 8 pm
Trip limitations:
Must be at least 8-17 years old to participate. (Parent attendance requested for those under 10 years old. Those 18 years or older desiring to participate please contact Kirk Bailey for consideration as a group leader). Attendee must not be afraid of water, nor heights, and must be prepared for some strenuous physical activity and carrying their own water (at least one group prep hike is required for new Extreme trip attendees under 13 years old).
What to bring:
Pair of cheap tennis shoes or water shoes for canoeing, hiking boots, shammy or towel, mosquito/black fly & sun protectant, snacks for trip, warm weather clothes, rain poncho, jacket or sweatshirt for cool nights, swim suit (one piece for ladies, please), travel games, bible, wide brim hat, sleeping bag for warm weather, air mattress or sleeping pad, water bottle, energy bars, day pack, flash light with new batteries, beret from past extreme trips, cooling towel, beret from past extreme trips, spending money ($15), camera (opt).
Things that will be provided: Chaperones, recreational equipment, passes/tickets, camping fees, first aid kit, food, food prep/storage gear, tents, transportation.