We woke on our second day of winter camping to sunny skies and warm weather.  It was a great day to be out exploring around Hoist Bay on Basswood Lake.  We set off in search of firewood and a little exercise.  Along the way we encountered dog teams out on a run and talk about how this bay was used back in the logging days.
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On a sunny Friday afternoon we head off into the Wood Lake entry point on the Fernberg Road.  Our goal for the evening is to set up camp in Hoist Bay which is on the South side of Basswood lake.  This is BWCACAST’s first winter camping trip. We have a canvas tent and a titanium stove for our shelter.  With our sleds loaded up with warm gear we trudge across frozen lakes and snow covered portages into the night.

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