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by jrwiesz
Mon May 30, 2011 8:16 am
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Fire rings and fire wood.
Replies: 10
Views: 6413

Re: Fire rings and fire wood.

Most spots, the rings, are shared communal; a few have elevated grills to use. There is no designated supply of wood, unless some from previous fires had leftovers. There, also, isn't a lot of down stuff to gather. Most of it they, prefer to, let the forest re-cycle. This place isn't a "car cam...
by jrwiesz
Sat May 28, 2011 11:49 am
Forum: Food & Cooking
Topic: Any Food Drop Experience?
Replies: 5
Views: 7603

Re: Any Food Drop Experience?

I would add to my previous post; I always have just mailed my drop to the Isle, the day I leave from home in lower MI.

It has more than enough time to meet me in Windigo, when I'm hiking thru RH. :)
by jrwiesz
Sat May 28, 2011 8:19 am
Forum: Gear & Supplies
Topic: Stove Fuel
Replies: 17
Views: 9632

Re: Stove Fuel

HexFletch may have changed plans; to fly into RH and hike opposite of original plan.

Problem solved, if that is the case, as RH will have the canisters, or Coleman, or whatever.

Perhaps she will return to the forum prior to departure, to let all concerned know. :)
by jrwiesz
Sat May 28, 2011 8:12 am
Forum: Food & Cooking
Topic: Need last minute ideas for uncooked meals
Replies: 5
Views: 4682

Re: Need last minute ideas for uncooked meals

HexFletch take deep breath and breeeeath.

It's all good!

Enjoy your adventure.

I look forward to your report of your trip :D
by jrwiesz
Sat May 28, 2011 8:05 am
Forum: Food & Cooking
Topic: Any Food Drop Experience?
Replies: 5
Views: 7603

Re: Any Food Drop Experience?

I have had food drops the past two years at Windigo; it was just as easy, as you are hoping for. I always use the largest Priority Mail box for my mailing(in the $15-$20 range). Mail to: Isle Royale National Park Windigo Ranger Station C/O Post-mistress Mary Grand Portage, MN 55605 On the box, in se...
by jrwiesz
Wed May 25, 2011 5:31 pm
Forum: Other Places and Parks
Topic: Pictured Rocks!
Replies: 34
Views: 18778

Re: Pictured Rocks!

Picture Rocks is a great place to base camp and do day hikes; first time there last week, but it won't be the last.
by jrwiesz
Wed May 18, 2011 7:28 am
Forum: Other Places and Parks
Topic: Pictured Rocks!
Replies: 34
Views: 18778

Re: Pictured Rocks!

Too late, I'm gone. :?
by jrwiesz
Tue May 17, 2011 11:17 am
Forum: Other Places and Parks
Topic: Pictured Rocks!
Replies: 34
Views: 18778

Re: Pictured Rocks!

So, I'm bringing this thread back to life. Any one have ideas for shuttle services in the area, other than the "Altran" transportation services? To me they seem, not all that accommodating to early season hikers. I am leaving tomorrow for the "Rocks", but only know of this compan...
by jrwiesz
Tue May 17, 2011 10:38 am
Forum: Food & Cooking
Topic: Food ideas needed
Replies: 7
Views: 8653

Re: Food ideas needed

Do all of the above mention methods you have available. Smoke some cuts of beef or venison for jerky, dehydrate leftovers from regular meals, store them all in your freezer after vacuum sealing them. I have dehydrated leftovers, and vacuum sealed them. They keep long enough on the trail, after being...
by jrwiesz
Mon May 16, 2011 11:56 am
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Trails could be tough in Spring
Replies: 27
Views: 9621

Re: Trails could be tough in Spring

IncaRoads is a faster typist than me. :lol:
by jrwiesz
Mon May 16, 2011 11:53 am
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Trails could be tough in Spring
Replies: 27
Views: 9621

Re: Trails could be tough in Spring

I don't ever recall the sound of chainsaws; I did see handsaws in use for trail blockers, ie. shrubs and blow downs. I always hiked in Aug-Sept, never at a park opening time frame; I would think it most likely, that they would use chainsaws for the winter blow downs, and early season clean-up, just ...
by jrwiesz
Sun May 15, 2011 9:15 am
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Water Taxi
Replies: 8
Views: 4195

Re: Water Taxi

tward wrote:The problem is, is that we would still need to get stove fuel. You can't take it on the plane.
Take the boat. :shock:
by jrwiesz
Sun May 15, 2011 8:55 am
Forum: Canoeing, Kayaking & Fishing
Topic: July at Windigo
Replies: 6
Views: 3491

Re: July at Windigo

There are limits to length of stay at each camp as I recall. During that July period, I don't believe one can stay at Windigo for a week, without moving to other camps every other day. Others here may know the exact times of stay permitted, but off hand, I recall the limit may only be two days at Wi...
by jrwiesz
Mon May 09, 2011 9:12 am
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Semi-Experienced Backpackers, Itinerary Help
Replies: 9
Views: 3827

Re: Semi-Experienced Backpackers, Itinerary Help

Just one comment to add to the wonderful suggestions you have already received. Never rule out the weather in any of your plans. Whether it is the "flights", to and from the Isle, or on the Isle. The weather - "The Lady" - controls ones' itinerary. Enjoy the trip, be flexible, yo...
by jrwiesz
Mon May 09, 2011 8:52 am
Forum: Gear & Supplies
Topic: Inexpensive and Good Gear??
Replies: 5
Views: 4682

Re: Inexpensive and Good Gear??

Well, if you make your own gear, try reading Ray Jardines' "Beyond Backpacking". In the last section of the book is a do-it yourself chapter. Make your own tarp, pack, quilt, stuff sacks, gravity filter, etc. All of his gear has the "keep it light and cheap" mentality. His ideas/...