Yes, treat with permethrin! A lot of folks report that it's been sufficient, but somewhere I have a picture of the back of my treated shirt covered with flies, so I do bring bug dope too. But it does certainly help. And always a headnet--easy and lightweight insurance.

Looks a good trip. Have a backup plan if the plane gets significantly delayed--it is the most susceptible to weather delays including fog on the island. But you'll have lots of daylight that time of year. You'll have a sharp descent into, and then a good climb out of Lane Cove--that will be the hard...

Grizzly22 wrote: ↑Tue Jan 12, 2021 8:16 pm ... what gaiters do your use?

Outdoor Research Rocky Mountain High gaiters have worked well for me. They also have a shorter version if you prefer.

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Hopefully it will be operating this year. And just noticed you said June--too early in June could be an issue in a normal year, as the lodge is just getting into full swing around then. Be sure to contact them and verify when your trip gets closer.

There's a few options: (a) Take the "water bus", which is the lodge's tour boat, one-way. See here for the schedule, rates at the bottom: https://www.rockharborlodge.com/sightseeing-schedule . (b) Take the "water taxi", which you must reserve, but you schedule the day and time. h...

I was told a few years ago that there were significant foundation/structural issues with the old (current?) store. My impression was that the intent was replace the old, but not to add a lot to what was there. It will add to the waterfront area, of course. And maybe a real pizza oven :D? Am curious,...

- gaiters. Found them to be invaluable, there's been plenty discussion in the past. Prior to my first backpacking trip, I read that gaiters were a necessary item, so I bought a pair. Never used them and have never carried them since. Can you elaborate on how you find them useful, as I cannot find t...

All good ideas. I also like the idea of using the MV Sandy for one-way trips. The lodge calls it the "water bus" on their page, at the bottom here: https://www.rockharborlodge.com/water-taxi . You could potentially do the Edison Fishery/RH Lighthouse tour, and then hike back from Daisy Far...

... and maybe more in-depth than anybody cares for ... HA! I have a little plastic 1-2 cup cone that's decades old. What I used for years, although I'm pretty sure I never timed the pour(s) or took 3 minutes :D . But never imagined one could write a whole article on it! Don't think I'll go back to ...

Another dumb question has come up though, do you hang bear bags nightly on the island? In the BWCA we did bear canoes. Have to work up the weight for 3 meals a day x10 people x5.5 days now, if we don't have to carry rope and bear bag that helps. Seems odd, but keep food in the tent or shelter. Bigg...

I will say I do miss my down sweater when I don't bring it. Esp. when I have on (1) long sleeve base layer, (2) t-shirt, (3) nylon shirt, (4) fleece pullover, and (5) rain jacket, and am still a wee bit chilled, typically on the shore with a breeze. And feeling like the Sta-puff marshmallow man :). ...

Agree on the hat and headnet. Otherwise it's very close to what I bring for backpacking: - add lower base layer but only 1 pair of pants. Only use base layer in camp and can sleep in them if needed. Will wear base layer/rain pants in camp if convertibles need drying out. - nylon shirt and fleece ins...

I thought I had read somewhere that all mail delivery to the island was via the Ranger III ... FYI, the Voyageur II out of Grand Portage is the official USPS mail carrier. From the videos posted it looked like the stores only stocked the larger cans. I prefer the 4oz cans that nest in my stove kit....

JerryB wrote: ↑Wed Nov 11, 2020 1:48 pm I have one pre-programmed message that i could send after activating the emergency button for another hiker’s benefit: I am fine. Emergency for someone i just assisted. This way, if i come across a hiker with. broken leg, my wife won’t be scared to death.

Good idea!