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- Sun Jan 19, 2020 8:15 am
- Forum: Gear & Supplies
- Topic: New Stove
- Replies: 12
- Views: 6648
Re: New Stove
Since adding a Kovea (they make SnowPeak) to my collection, my poor MSR International now only sees cold weather use. I too imagine the taunts that must occur in my gear bin. I've fired up several brands of isobutane, and could not tell you of any difference. (It's all typically over 32F; I do see t...
- Sun Jan 19, 2020 7:58 am
- Forum: Transportation & Lodging
- Topic: Early Season transport
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3349
Re: Early Season transport
There are no public transportation options available that early. I think most consider the 'first boat' of the Voyageur II (AKA: The Polar Express, for that first trip) to be the 'opening' of the Island. That's May 9th this year; and some years that can even get delayed as ice might still be in the ...
- Sat Jan 04, 2020 7:41 am
- Forum: Trails & Campsites
- Topic: Easy Itinerary
- Replies: 17
- Views: 6391
Re: Easy Itinerary
Consider McCargo to Moskey to Chippewa--three of the top sites in my mind. ^^^ This. Absolutely. When I've helped GPIR staff a trade show here in Minneapolis, we've shared this itinerary with many an 'interested, but not sure' hiker. They've come back the following year to tell us how it went well ...
- Wed Jan 01, 2020 6:10 pm
- Forum: Trip Reports
- Topic: 2020 Trip Log - Post your planned itinerary here!
- Replies: 17
- Views: 9724
2020 Trip Log - Post your planned itinerary here!
Welcome to the 2020 Trip Log! Once finalized as best as possible, post your itinerary, and then look around the list at who may else be enjoying a trip at the same time. It's a great opportunity to make new friends on the isle. If you have questions or want feedback on your planned trip, consider po...
- Sat Oct 05, 2019 12:14 pm
- Forum: Food & Cooking
- Topic: Best stove for new backpacker
- Replies: 19
- Views: 11760
Re: Best stove for new backpacker
I agree with Bobcat1, if it's your first stove, a simple canister model will serve you well on Isle Royale. They are easy to set up and light, and can be used for both heating water, or the occasional pan cooking. Not a huge fan of the MSR series that has one heck of a hot spot; SnowPeak makes some ...
- Mon Sep 09, 2019 5:14 am
- Forum: Gear & Supplies
- Topic: Places to get equipment?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 4111
Re: Places to get equipment?
It depends on where you live. Some cities have outdoor stores (or parts of them) that dedicate themselves to reuse, where you might get a slightly used item for a great price. Then there are discount/liquidator websites, like Sierra, Campsaver Outlet, and REI Outlet. Footwear and backpacks are proba...
- Tue Jul 16, 2019 3:59 pm
- Forum: General Questions and Miscellaneous
- Topic: Family trip planning
- Replies: 37
- Views: 13808
Re: Family trip planning
We did not go for a swim; I was too concerned about the tapeworm risk. Just to clarify for those that might wonder, the tapeworm found on Isle Royale (which transfers between moose and wolves, and humans would be considered "aberrant intermediate hosts") is an ingestion risk. The eggs wou...
- Sun Jul 14, 2019 7:59 am
- Forum: Transportation & Lodging
- Topic: Handing mail to Voyageur ll?
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1606
Re: Handing mail to Voyageur ll?
While I can't say if they are obligated to do it, I've certainly seen them take mail from folks standing on docks before... perhaps just because the crew are really nice folks and it's not a huge imposition to just put the mail in the bag after they embark or disembark passengers and gear. The stand...
- Sat Jul 06, 2019 6:00 am
- Forum: Trails & Campsites
- Topic: 2 Night Backpacking Trip - Help!
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3247
Re: 2 Night Backpacking Trip - Help!
Welcome to the forum! Two nights makes for a pretty tight itinerary, but there are a couple options. Here are a few, listed from most extreme/difficult to easy: -Hike the Feldtman Loop. Your first day is from Windigo to Siskiwit, day two is Siskiwit to Feldtman, and day three is Feldtman back to Win...
- Mon Jul 01, 2019 5:46 pm
- Forum: Trip Reports
- Topic: TR: 6/22-6/27 2019 : Greenstone Trail RH to Windigo (3MC-WCB-HL-SLD-WC)
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3492
Re: TR: 6/22-6/27 2019 : Greenstone Trail RH to Windigo (3MC-WCB-HL-SLD-WC)
Thanks for the TR! Awesome you got to see plenty of moose - some trips are like that! Also, in the cabin they have two copies of the Isle Royale Manual from some guy who has been there a lot, it has all sorts of interesting information, definitely peruse it to get excited about your trip, learn fun ...
- Tue Jun 25, 2019 8:33 pm
- Forum: Gear & Supplies
- Topic: Blisters
- Replies: 13
- Views: 7951
Re: Blisters
Like others note, prevention is key, and liner socks do wonders for me.
If you do get a blister that's rough though, I reach for the leukotape or even Tegaderm.
If you do get a blister that's rough though, I reach for the leukotape or even Tegaderm.
- Sun Jun 23, 2019 11:28 am
- Forum: Canoeing, Kayaking & Fishing
- Topic: Landing a kayak at Chipp. Harbor?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4133
Re: Landing a kayak at Chipp. Harbor?
The dock faces pretty much south, and is a "T" configuration. You'll want to approach from the East (toward the big lake) and come in just on the right of the shrubs. (Just out of view on the left in this picture.) IsleRoyale-1000470.jpg I was there a just over a week ago; the water is up ...
- Mon Jun 17, 2019 8:47 am
- Forum: Weather and Bugs
- Topic: Bugs and best weather reports
- Replies: 5
- Views: 4681
Re: Bugs and best weather reports
Welcome to the forum! Yes, "bug dope" is the generic term for insect repellent of your choice. I personally use a cream based lotion since it travels well in a backpack, and can be applied in a very targeted manner. A headnet is also a good safety item, but I've only used them while in cam...
- Fri Jun 14, 2019 6:58 pm
- Forum: Wildlife
- Topic: More on the Black Wolf found dead
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1975
Re: More on the Black Wolf found dead
Talked with Rolf on the boat yesterday as the Voyageur II sailed the south shore to Windigo. I had no idea that a black coat is genetic trait gained from mating with American domestic dogs a while back, and is a single gene. Turns out if a wolf holds both chromosomes, it will have a shorter than ave...
- Fri Jun 14, 2019 6:53 pm
- Forum: Weather and Bugs
- Topic: Status of flies and mosquitos now?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 4140
Re: Status of flies and mosquitos now?
Just returned yesterday. Mosquitos are out, but not horrible. The nights in the low to mid 40s really helped.
Didn't see a single black fly, but heard from someone they saw a couple. None-the-less, not a bad hatch, yet.
Didn't see a single black fly, but heard from someone they saw a couple. None-the-less, not a bad hatch, yet.