Thank you, this is great!

Thanks, I was wondering about that.

Thanks!

What about swimming in any of the inland lakes? Which ones are good for that?

Thanks for all the good information. It will help me to get prepared. I appreciate the feedback!

Thanks so much! I am becoming more excited and less apprehensive as I read people's feedback. I have almost a year to try out gear, and after reading your response I have decided to take advantage of that time to work out any bugs and help make the trip more enjoyable.
I appreciate your thoughts!

Thank you for your feedback. I will take your advice to become familar with my equipment! I believe this forum will be a big help to me as I plan my trip.

Thanks again!

Hi, I am thinking about doing a solo trip next Summer. Anybody have any thoughts about this to share or suggestions for me. I am a 49 year old woman, in good physical condition, and have a good amount of hiking/kayaking/outdoor experience and little, but some, backpacking experience. This seems like ...