Icon of the North - Kevin Callan

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Nick Meekhof

Nick Meekhof is a farmer, writer, and lifelong adventurer and he is coming to QWS! When he's not planting apple trees or writing about Michigan's recreational opportunities, he can be found exploring the rivers, forests, and small towns all throughout the Great Lakes State, finding hidden gems in unconventional places. His current goals include kayaking 100 Michigan rivers, swimming in Lake Michigan during every month of the year, standing at the exact four corners of the state, and visiting as many Michigan breweries as possible. To see Nick's favorite 16 ISLANDS IN MICHIGAN YOU’VE NEVER HEARD OF (AND SHOULD VISIT), click More below.

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Kevin Callan

Kevin Callan returns to QWS with stories to tell and laughs to share. Kevin is the author of thirteen books, including the best selling “The Happy Camper” and the most reviewed “Wilderness Pleasures: A Practical Guide to Camping Bliss”. On a regular basis, Kevin presents across North America and has been a key speaker at all the major canoe events for over 25 years. What's not to like?

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Jared Munch at QWS

On 5/20/15, Jared Munch set out to paddle a stand up paddleboard around Lake Superior. On 7/29/15, he completed the 1,350 mile journey. If you think you might like to hear the rest of the story, he will join us at QWS in March.

Jared is a whitewater paddling instructor for the University of Minnesota Duluth's Recreational Sports Outdoor Program.

Photo by Kyle Lehman

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Cliff Jacobson

Cliff Jacobson, a member of the American Canoe Association (ACA) Hall of Fame, will be back to share stories and show you how to paddle and camp like a pro. Cliff has written over a dozen books and he will be selling many at his exhibit space.

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