I am also toying with a IR visit this summer. Can't land on if I want to hike or paddle... but mihgt not be able to get the trip to work either. The fingers area is amazing. I passed blake point on a mild cool morning. Waves were about 1-foot high. If you are honestly looking for a paddling partner,...

From a kayaking point of view, there is a long list of things I would not go without. First thing is (like everyone else) rain gear. I like the ultra cheep crap from Wal-Mart because I never feel bad about ripping a hole through it. Second would have to be neoprene socks. I circumnavigated in five d...

Here is a slick way I've found to portage gear and a Kayak at the same time. Get a cheep or worn out climbing harness. They are made of nylon straps and have a lot of gear loops attached to them. I use cheap beaners from Wal-Mart and clip one on each drybag, then attach the cliped bags to the belt....

"HiddenPines", I paddled around the entire island about 6 years ago. I've also done several trips on Lake Michigan and other Superior trips. I've been paddling about 11 years. With Isle Royale I'd give you the following advice. First, know your limits. If you can roll your boat well in win...