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by michael.mast
Sat Jun 30, 2018 3:19 am
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Almost time to begin my first trip!
Replies: 6
Views: 3121

Re: Almost time to begin my first trip!

They did get some rain on the island but no where near as bad as the Houghton area did. I talked to some people that were there over the weekend camping and hiking and while the rains did affect them they were able to work through it. The Greenstone and other trails had their muddy spots but I was e...
by michael.mast
Thu Jun 28, 2018 2:57 pm
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Almost time to begin my first trip!
Replies: 6
Views: 3121

Re: Almost time to begin my first trip!

My first trip to the island did not go as planned but it was still a blast. Driving through Houghton was a challenge but enough roads were open that I was able to get through. My first night/morning at Washington Creek gave me my first moose encounter as I woke up just after 3 to hear one splashing ...
by michael.mast
Sun Jun 17, 2018 7:33 am
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Almost time to begin my first trip!
Replies: 6
Views: 3121

Almost time to begin my first trip!

I hadn't heard of Isle Royale before this February and after I had I started to plan right away and now it's almost time to leave! Monday, June 18, Arrive in Houghton and fly in to Windigo around noon. Get checked in, look around and camp overnight at Washington Creek. Tuesday, June 19, Washington C...
by michael.mast
Sat Mar 10, 2018 3:26 pm
Forum: Gear & Supplies
Topic: What are you spending your REI dividend on? 2018 Edition
Replies: 23
Views: 13912

Re: What are you spending your REI dividend on? 2018 Edition

That's pretty much what I expected to hear. Thanks for the information. I will probably get the Inreach with my dividend later in the month when the 20% off coupon comes out. Between the two the price won't be too bad. It will be good to know that I have it.
by michael.mast
Sat Mar 10, 2018 11:54 am
Forum: Gear & Supplies
Topic: What are you spending your REI dividend on? 2018 Edition
Replies: 23
Views: 13912

Re: What are you spending your REI dividend on? 2018 Edition

I'm a new member here and am planning my first trip in June. As for what to do with my dividend this year I am on the fence about the Garmin Inreach. I know it would be good insurance to have with on my solo trip but I'm not sure it would be worth the investment. Do the park rangers at Windigo and R...