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Canoeing
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Rear view across water towards Billy Mac and another of The Gang paddling a canoe on a lake. The men have changed into a reserved set of travel clothes so are prepared to catch the train for Duluth at Ranier.
1910
Greene, Howard
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Entering Batchewaung Lake
1911
The Gang lifting their canoes through a narrow, shallow passage into Batchewaung Lake. The passage is lined with rocks. One of The Gang is leaning on a paddle and standing on the rocks.
William MacLaren with Supplies
1910
William MacLaren, known to The Gang as Billy Mac, standing with camping supplies including a bedroll, a jug, and a box. A few of his travel mates are sitting behind him.
Burntside Lake Campsite
1911
The Gang at their camp in a shady spot by Burntside Lake. The canoes are in the water on the left.
Carl in a Canoe
1911
Young Carl paddling his canoe on the water. A tree-lined shore is in the background.
