Island Light House

Boaters will be happy this lighthouse is there to protect them from crashing into the island on those foggy mornings

Woody

Woodpecker in action as it harvests for grub

Target Acquired

The woodpecker seems to have found its prey

Shore to Oar

Canoers who docked at Daisy Farm last night

Crew Part II

The remaining canoers from Daisy Farm

The Oarsmen

Four men head out on the final leg of their Isle Royale trip to Rock Harbor

Carry On

Through the rich forests I continue my trek alone

Hidden Hike

If you're not careful the trail can get as lost as you

Forest Glow

Sun seeps through the crowded canopy to light the forest floor

Head Rest

I rest my back against this sturdy tree

Moss Covers Tree

Moss returns as the victor in this natural fight of the ages

Ranger III

The largest piece of machinery owned by the National Park Service

Moss Covers Rock

The unexpected victor wins again

Stop and Look Around

Always reminding myself to stop, rest, and look around

Ice Bath

Refreshing to the eyes, stinging to the flesh

Perimeter Path

The trail hugs the borders of the island and Lake Superior

Island Nations

Tiny islands off the major Island

Pine Home

A spider seems to have made camp on this tough branch

Bark

Beauty is easy to ignore. So stop and appreciate it now

First Rest

My first break of the day. So many cranberries were consumed here

Wounded Warrior

The elements have beaten this resilient tree without mercy

Worn

New pants are now old pants.

Weary

The marred face of a man on a journey of epic proportions