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- Mon Mar 10, 2014 5:47 pm
- Forum: Wildlife
- Topic: Rolf's presentation at Canoecopia
- Replies: 9
- Views: 5408
Re: Rolf's presentation at Canoecopia
Not only did man interfere with the mine shaft, but in the 80's man also introduced the parvo virus (via a boater with a dog) to the island that in essence removed 2/3 of the genetic variability in the existing wolves. While there is no way to know for sure, that change probably greatly increased th...
- Mon Jun 21, 2010 8:15 pm
- Forum: Transportation & Lodging
- Topic: Our first trip
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3230
Re: Our first trip
Welcome to the forum! Yes you can shower at Windigo. The showers are timed and cost $6 per 5 minutes. The cost for the shower includes the use of a towel and small bar of soap. There are no storage lockers. You can check with the snack bar/gift shop, they may be able to hold things for you for a fee...
- Wed Jun 16, 2010 9:22 am
- Forum: General Questions and Miscellaneous
- Topic: National Park Passport
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2635
Re: National Park Passport
Yes, you can get it stamped in Rock Harbor. Also Windigo, and the visitors center in Houghton.
- Sat Jun 12, 2010 9:43 am
- Forum: Gear & Supplies
- Topic: Topo for Garmin
- Replies: 4
- Views: 4513
Re: Topo for Garmin
The 24K maps are pretty good. I did not buy it but did get to see one in a product demo. I decided that since I always carry the TI map as a back-up, I really did not need the 24K version for my Garmin. $130 is a bit excessive.
- Fri May 14, 2010 4:03 pm
- Forum: Canoeing, Kayaking & Fishing
- Topic: Never Been in a Kayak Before
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4000
Re: Never Been in a Kayak Before
A basic lesson can make a world of difference. I have done a lot of kayak instruction, and the difference a few hours in the kayak can make is amazing. It would also do a lot to build your confidence which is at least half the battle. Just my 2 cents, but I would take the intro lesson.
- Wed Apr 21, 2010 5:31 pm
- Forum: Wildlife
- Topic: Report on latest IR Wolf/Moose numbers!
- Replies: 8
- Views: 4350
Re: Report on latest IR Wolf/Moose numbers!
In excess of 2000 at one time.Whoah... 510 Moose is a low number? What has it been in the past?
- Wed Apr 14, 2010 7:50 pm
- Forum: Transportation & Lodging
- Topic: How's the food on Ranger III?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 8138
Re: How's the food on Ranger III?
+1!!!!!!!The Suomi is the greatest. I love that place.
- Fri Mar 26, 2010 9:58 pm
- Forum: General Questions and Miscellaneous
- Topic: Showers at Windigo
- Replies: 15
- Views: 7214
Re: Showers at Windigo
Windigo showers and concessions usually open about a week after Rock Harbor. They tend to close earlier as well.
- Fri Mar 26, 2010 1:09 pm
- Forum: General Questions and Miscellaneous
- Topic: Showers at Windigo
- Replies: 15
- Views: 7214
Re: Showers at Windigo
Generally they open around Memorial Day weekend. But it can be earlier or later depending on the staff the lodge has available.
- Fri Mar 26, 2010 8:45 am
- Forum: General Questions and Miscellaneous
- Topic: Showers at Windigo
- Replies: 15
- Views: 7214
Re: Showers at Windigo
Yes Labor Day!! ![Embarassed :oops:](./images/smilies/icon_redface.gif)
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- Thu Mar 25, 2010 3:00 pm
- Forum: General Questions and Miscellaneous
- Topic: Showers at Windigo
- Replies: 15
- Views: 7214
Re: Showers at Windigo
Yes, the showers will be closed. They close Memorial Day Weekend. But look on the bright side, everyone else on the boat ride home will be just as smelly as you so no one will notice!
- Fri Mar 19, 2010 2:24 pm
- Forum: General Questions and Miscellaneous
- Topic: IR Visitation
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3166
Re: IR Visitation
One of the biggest drops came a couple of years ago when the Winona was unable to make trips to the island because of low water levels in Superior. That eliminated most of the "day users" from making trips.
- Sun Mar 14, 2010 8:38 pm
- Forum: Trails & Campsites
- Topic: East Feldtmann Trail
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3594
Re: East Feldtmann Trail
I was out there last May and spent some time looking for the old trail, but did not have any luck. The area is very overgrown at this point.
- Mon Mar 08, 2010 12:58 pm
- Forum: Gear & Supplies
- Topic: "What are you spending your REI dividend on?" 2010 edition
- Replies: 23
- Views: 10976
Re: "What are you spending your REI dividend on?" 2010 edition
I just did this and it says that dividends won't be calculated until March 14.Dividends come out on 3/22 (so I was told). If you go on REI's site and enter an order, your Dividend amount should come up. Don't complete the order if you don't need anything.
- Sun Mar 07, 2010 2:24 pm
- Forum: General Questions and Miscellaneous
- Topic: We are looking for some feedback
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3841
Re: We are looking for some feedback
Great idea! It would be nice to have some alternatives to the candy bars, and any food other than dehydrated/trail food is always wonderful after a week on the island. I like your idea of the wrap sandwiches, and although I am not a vegitarian, I think that option would be important to offer for a l...