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Lakeshore Logbook – Stu Whipple

Lakeshore Logbook – Stu Whipple

As part of our 50th Anniversary celebration, we are collecting and sharing the stories of people connected to the islands, whether they are park guests, former residents or former park employees. This is the 24th in our series called “Lakeshore Logbook,” a collection of memories provided by former National Park Service employees. Living and working in the park on a day to day basis, they’ve experienced a lot to be sure. We hope you enjoy their perspectives. C. Stuart (Stu) Whipple worked as Stockton Island Ranger in 2011 and 2013.After a long career teaching at the university level, Stu...

Where in the park is Neil? The week 8 answer is at Little Sand Bay

Where in the park is Neil? The week 8 answer is at Little Sand Bay

As part of the celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, we’re going on a virtual tour with Neil Howk, a man who has spent decades exploring the islands and teaching people about what makes them special. He knows the islands like the back of his hand. At the eighth stop on our digital tour, Neil is at Little Sand Bay on the mainland. You will find a brand new visitor center and outdoor exhibit building operated by the National Park Service and a campground operated by the Town of Russell. It’s located on Little Sand Bay Road, 13 miles north of Bayfield....

Where in the park is Neil? The week 6 answer is Oak Island

Where in the park is Neil? The week 6 answer is Oak Island

As part of the celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, we’re going on a virtual tour with Neil Howk, a man who has spent decades exploring the islands and teaching people about what makes them special. He knows the islands like the back of his hand. At the sixth stop on our digital tour, Neil is on Oak Island. The island rises to 1081 feet above sea level, making it one of the tallest points in the national lakeshore. The island is a little more than 5,000 acres in size. It’s located directly off-shore from the Red Cliff Reservation at 46.9297° N,...