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by Tightlines01
Mon Apr 24, 2017 7:42 pm
Forum: Trip Reports
Topic: Spring 2016 (Second Boat) West End Runcation
Replies: 6
Views: 4164

Re: Spring 2016 (Second Boat) West End Runcation

You sir give new meaning to Beast Mode.


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by Tightlines01
Thu Apr 20, 2017 5:21 pm
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: McCargoe to Daisy Farm: decisions, decisions
Replies: 5
Views: 3268

Re: McCargoe to Daisy Farm: decisions, decisions

I think he meant should I hike past west chicken bone lake Ritchie and Moskey to Daisy or east chickenbone campground along the ridge to the fire tower and down to Daisy...not which one to stay at (ignore if I'm wrong).... If that's what you meant, My vote would be to go past east chickenbone lake a...
by Tightlines01
Wed Apr 19, 2017 10:35 am
Forum: Transportation & Lodging
Topic: Campground in Grand Portage
Replies: 29
Views: 17148

Re: Campground in Grand Portage

Thanks Ingo, I checked and they are starting to book up already... trying to decide whether to pull the trigger on Judge Magney or hold out for the Marina/Casino camp ground. To those who've been at both, any choice which you feel is better? The drive is short enough the next day that I'm not horrib...
by Tightlines01
Sun Apr 16, 2017 7:30 pm
Forum: Transportation & Lodging
Topic: Campground in Grand Portage
Replies: 29
Views: 17148

Re: Campground in Grand Portage

It's always worth a call to the motel. Don't rely on online booking sites. A lot of those folks really like hikers and I've never been disappointed. I've gotten plenty of last minute bookings up there that way. Also the state parks in MN are top rate and not expensive. God I love it up there. The f...
by Tightlines01
Mon Apr 10, 2017 10:45 am
Forum: Transportation & Lodging
Topic: Campground in Grand Portage
Replies: 29
Views: 17148

Campground in Grand Portage

Hey all, 8th trip to the Isle for me, but the 1st time coming from MN this year. Excited to try the Voyager as so many always have good things to say about it, but I'm a bit surprised about the lodging options (at least for my intended time frame).... I realize I'll be going during peak season for t...
by Tightlines01
Fri Apr 07, 2017 10:28 am
Forum: Trip Reports
Topic: 1st timer, GRT: Wi-HL-LC-RH; 6/ 20 -23 /16
Replies: 10
Views: 5284

Re: 1st timer, GRT: Wi-HL-LC-RH; 6/ 20 -23 /16

Loved the report.... Some serious miles each day, props! With mileage like that you'll be able to see lots of the island in your next trip...
by Tightlines01
Thu Mar 23, 2017 6:18 pm
Forum: Transportation & Lodging
Topic: How long is layover at Windigo for Voyager?
Replies: 7
Views: 4348

Re: How long is layover at Windigo for Voyager?

I kind of figured that'd be the response... I'll likely have everything for the outbound trip I need. I'll have to hope for a quick layover on the return as my twin boys will want a souvenir reward. Is there much of a selection of shirts or Isle gear in MN if we don't have time on the return trip? S...
by Tightlines01
Thu Mar 23, 2017 9:45 am
Forum: Transportation & Lodging
Topic: How long is layover at Windigo for Voyager?
Replies: 7
Views: 4348

How long is layover at Windigo for Voyager?

Hey all, This summer will be my 8th trip to the island, but first time leaving from Grand Portage. I'll have taken all the commercial vessels after this :D My route is to get dropped off at McCargoe and picked up at Malone a few days later. The question I started wondering about is how long is the l...
by Tightlines01
Tue Mar 14, 2017 10:20 am
Forum: Trip Reports
Topic: 2017 Trip Log - Add your planned itinerary here!
Replies: 24
Views: 13793

Re: 2017 Trip Log - Add your planned itinerary here!

Name: Andy Waldron Email: Tightlines01(at)Gmail.com Hometown: Kentwood, MI Arrival Date: Sat 8/12/17 Departure Date: Thurs 8/17/17 Coming From/Via: Grand Portage, MN via VII Itinerary: 12th - stay at McCargoe and explore the mine 13th - Todd Harbor 14th - Hatchet Lake 15th - Malone Bay 16th - Malone...
by Tightlines01
Thu Mar 02, 2017 1:34 pm
Forum: Pictures
Topic: Guess What Campground?
Replies: 312
Views: 95955

Re: Guess What Campground?

Lake Ritchie canoe? Looks like Ritchie to me but not the hike in campground.


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by Tightlines01
Thu Feb 09, 2017 10:25 pm
Forum: Transportation & Lodging
Topic: Access to pack on Ranger III
Replies: 7
Views: 4206

Re: Access to pack on Ranger III

The ranger III has a large supply of board and card games you can borrow. Some snacks are a good idea, I believe they also have Dramamine onboard also.


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by Tightlines01
Wed Jan 25, 2017 5:17 am
Forum: Canoeing, Kayaking & Fishing
Topic: Towing in Rock Harbor
Replies: 10
Views: 5781

Re: Towing in Rock Harbor

In the past, Candy Peterson (wife of a wolf/moose researcher) has done a talk at Daisy Farm on Wednesdays, I believe. Highly recommend if she's still doing it next year. Check at the R.H. visitors center when you get there. Also, a day hike up to Mt Ojibway is great--about 5 miles round trip from D...
by Tightlines01
Mon Jan 23, 2017 5:52 am
Forum: Gear & Supplies
Topic: Gaia GPS for smartphones
Replies: 7
Views: 4743

Re: Gaia GPS for smartphones

Great info all. Thanks so much. Any and all feedback welcomed while I decide. This year may just be a heavy pack year with GPSr, phone, battery charger, and Delorme till I try everything out on the island to determine what works for me. I just don't know I have the confidence to go without something...
by Tightlines01
Mon Jan 23, 2017 5:37 am
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Possible Itinerary and Dates - Feedback?
Replies: 9
Views: 3681

Possible Itinerary and Dates - Feedback?

I've been right around that time frame a couple times. Should be good weather for you... Many schools in MI have extended their year this year due to new regulations. I think you have a good chance of going without many high school groups which will reduce the population a lot. The bugs shouldn't be...
by Tightlines01
Mon Jan 23, 2017 5:26 am
Forum: General Questions and Miscellaneous
Topic: The Isle Royale Curse
Replies: 8
Views: 3554

Re: The Isle Royale Curse

7 amazing trips in 7 straight years. My tradition.... playing the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald as I just come into Munising MI when I first see Gitche Gumue. Works every time!


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