8-11-18 “TRESSPASSER WILL BE VIOLATED”

Yes that is what the sign said and exactly how it was spelled as we entered Lehman Camp.

We met Kevin and Kathleen who were gracious hosts, especially seeing they had never met us before. Kevin showed us around. The first thing we saw was a very lovely old barn covered with vines. He said it is not uncommon for them to come home to multiple people sitting in front of the barn with their easels set up painting this beautiful barn. I can see why. I was enthralled with it myself.  He told us they held their wedding reception in this barn many years ago.

We saw a few of the cabins. They are rustic.  No plumbing, but most had comfortable looking bedding. The Lehman family has owned property for many years on the water of the east side of Washington Island. Lehman Camp was a Girls Dance Camp in the early 1900s.  Several of the cabins still are standing. The family is trying to repair and preserve them the best they can.

The beach is all rock like most in this area.  The water was crystal clear. It was an easy walk to get there.  Just lovely.  I bet sleeping there is wonderful with the sound of the surf hitting the rocks.

The house is unique with mostly beds lined up for sleeping many people in one area and seating in another. It has a modern kitchen and bathroom, but outside next to the deck is a not so modern wood fired hot tub.  Love it.

Kevin and Kathleen let us take the Jeep back to the Harbor where they will pick it up in the morning.  No worries about it getting stolen, because it is an island with no bridge. Where would they go.

We had a lovely visit to Washington Island and met some wonderful folks. Thank you Lehman Family for sharing your little piece of heaven with us.

Thanks for reading,

Karen and Scott

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