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by Kevinl
Mon May 20, 2013 9:09 pm
Forum: Trip Reports
Topic: TR: 5/4-5/12, 2013 [Paddling] [Rock Harbor area] NT Version
Replies: 10
Views: 5992

Re: TR: 5/4-5/12, 2013 [Paddling] [Rock Harbor area] NT Vers

Awesome read. Thanks for the report.
by Kevinl
Thu May 16, 2013 12:56 pm
Forum: Trip Reports
Topic: TR: 5/4-5/12, 2013 [Paddling] [Rock Harbor area]
Replies: 35
Views: 15564

Re: TR: 5/4-5/12, 2013 [Paddling] [Rock Harbor area]

So much awesomeness here! I bet Rock Harbor was both cool and creepy to be the only ones there, like in a ghost town of sorts. Thanks for sharing. I'm glad you got to get there.
by Kevinl
Tue May 14, 2013 10:25 am
Forum: Trip Reports
Topic: 2013 Trip Log - Add your planned itinerary here!
Replies: 50
Views: 24491

Re: 2013 Trip Log - Add your planned itinerary here!

Will do John. I just had to go back a page to check for your first name. Wasn't sure if when I see you I should refer to you as "Wild" or "Junkie." Two days at Chickenbone is a lovely thing. Hope to see you there enjoying it all.
by Kevinl
Tue May 14, 2013 6:17 am
Forum: Trip Reports
Topic: 2013 Trip Log - Add your planned itinerary here!
Replies: 50
Views: 24491

Re: 2013 Trip Log - Add your planned itinerary here!

Name: Kevin Langton Email: kevinjlangton@gmail.com Hometown: Mankato MN Arrival Date: May 27 Departure Date: June 2 Coming From/Via: Grand Portage via Voyageur II Itinerary: May 27: Stay at Washington Creek, day hike to Hugginnin or Feldtmann Lake, or just chill and recalibrate, lie in the grass, li...
by Kevinl
Tue May 14, 2013 6:03 am
Forum: Trip Reports
Topic: 2013 Trip Log - Add your planned itinerary here!
Replies: 50
Views: 24491

Re: 2013 Trip Log - Add your planned itinerary here!

Tom, I have done that trip or similar a few times and absolutely love it. Such a different view of the island. Have a wonderful time.
by Kevinl
Sat May 11, 2013 10:20 am
Forum: Other Places and Parks
Topic: Saint John VI
Replies: 0
Views: 1347

Saint John VI

I just rented a villa for my family for Thanksgiving week. Two-thirds of the island is US National Park, and our place will be neighboring the park, with a long, remote, and completely undeveloped beach (Reef Bay) just below us. I say undeveloped, but apparently there is an outhouse there that was b...
by Kevinl
Sat May 11, 2013 10:07 am
Forum: Canoeing, Kayaking & Fishing
Topic: Fishing pole and case worth the trouble?
Replies: 16
Views: 10749

Re: Fishing pole and case worth the trouble?

I use a telescoping rod, usually a cheap Ugly Stick. Before the days of my NeoAir, I could simply roll it up inside my sleeping pad. Now I can just as easily roll it up inside my tent and never notice it's there while hiking. A few spoons and Mepps, leaders, and a hemostat are all I need. Minimal we...
by Kevinl
Fri May 10, 2013 6:19 pm
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Planning a trip... thoughts?
Replies: 12
Views: 5817

Re: Planning a trip... thoughts?

Your best fishing will probably be at Feldtmann Lake. Don't be afraid to wade out a ways, most likely past the first weeds. I like spoons and mepps spinners. I don't think there are fish in Desor Lake. If fishing is a big part of your journey, consider working some of those inland lakes due south of...
by Kevinl
Wed May 08, 2013 2:51 pm
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Trip possibilities, input welcome...
Replies: 11
Views: 4480

Re: Trip possibilities, input welcome...

While I agree with everything said already, I did Trip A two years ago off the first boat, solo, and had a blast. Didn't see anyone between Windigo and Malone. The first and last days of hiking got long (I think I skipped Hatchet). Last year I did Trip B, in reverse, with a group of relative newcome...
by Kevinl
Sat Apr 20, 2013 4:32 pm
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Intermediate or Whittlesey?
Replies: 4
Views: 2333

Re: Intermediate or Whittlesey?

Hi Tom. You're going to have a lovely trip. I've only stopped at Intermediate long enough to chill and have lunch, never overnighted there. However, I'm content with that, and would choose Whittlesey over Intermediate every time. I love love love Whittlesey. There's just something about it. Now you'...
by Kevinl
Wed Apr 17, 2013 5:17 pm
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Minong Suggestions--end of May
Replies: 8
Views: 3877

Re: Minong Suggestions--end of May

A couple years ago I took the first boat and hiked from Windigo along the Minong, turned south between Little Todd and Todd, and finished my journey at Malone Bay. Most of the hike was done before trail crews arrived, and a storm had knocked down many trees, so that increased my chances of losing tr...
by Kevinl
Fri Mar 08, 2013 7:17 pm
Forum: Gear & Supplies
Topic: What are you spending your REI dividend on? 2013 edition
Replies: 22
Views: 13950

Re: What are you spending your REI dividend on? 2013 edition

Fonix, I've been thinking about the Petzl Nao as well. That dividend will make it a lot easier. I bet we could see each other's glow from opposite ends of the island with those on. :P
by Kevinl
Fri May 27, 2011 1:32 pm
Forum: Canoeing, Kayaking & Fishing
Topic: Kayak portage yoke experience or suggestions?
Replies: 6
Views: 5853

Re: Kayak portage yoke experience or suggestions?

I have a store bought one from Midwest Mountaineering. It looks similar to what John made. It's much easier and more comfortable than not having one.
by Kevinl
Tue May 24, 2011 5:12 pm
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Route suggestions for first timers
Replies: 21
Views: 8823

Re: Route suggestions for first timers

I'm sorry, but as long as we're on the topic, what weirds me out about those open SHT toilets is how my dog is able to watch me. It's downright creepy.