June 14th, 2024 - Let the Adventure Begin!


Cindy and I left Crystal Lake around noon today to kick off our Pacific West Adventure!   Heading to Kurt and Brenda Koenig's lake house in Park Falls, WI, about a 5 hour trip from Crystal Lake.   We'll be staying with them for a couple days and then heading west. 


After months of planning, we're finally heading out, very excited for everything ahead.!

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