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by Mdskpr
Tue Jul 30, 2024 8:49 am
Forum: Trip Reports
Topic: TR 5/24/23 - 5/28/23 Feldtmann Loop
Replies: 17
Views: 9689

Re: TR 5/24/23 - 5/28/23 Feldtmann Loop

Great reports, thank you for sharing. I'll be doing the same trip in reverse, but am so looking forward to the beauty and solitude. This will be my second trip and I'm hoping to see the moose that evaded me the first go-round.
by Mdskpr
Thu May 30, 2024 3:42 pm
Forum: Weather and Bugs
Topic: August Weather
Replies: 7
Views: 4449

Re: August Weather

Aug '22 I wore everything I had (wool T, wool long sleeve, fleece, puffy, & raincoat) one night at Moskey...and I was still chilled.

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by Mdskpr
Wed May 15, 2024 4:30 pm
Forum: General Questions and Miscellaneous
Topic: Guys who caused the Mt. Franklin Fire Charged
Replies: 6
Views: 3839

Re: Guys who caused the Mt. Franklin Fire Charged

I'm glad they caught them. Their negligence impacted my '22 trip. Still had a great time, but not what I'd spent a year planning.

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by Mdskpr
Tue May 14, 2024 6:30 pm
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: First timer looking for feedback
Replies: 16
Views: 6007

Re: First timer looking for feedback

In '22 I did the end to end, with a few different camp site. As others have said, Windigo to he tower is in the tunnel, but you're on IR, so you won't care. Stayed at Island Mine and had a relaxing first night. S. Desore for a water refill and over nighted at Hatchet. Then off to Todd Harbor, one of ...
by Mdskpr
Tue Mar 26, 2024 6:28 pm
Forum: Trip Reports
Topic: 2024 Trip Log - Post your planned itinerary here!
Replies: 13
Views: 10102

Re: 2024 Trip Log - Post your planned itinerary here!

Name: Mdskpr Hometown: Warrenton, VA Arrival Date: September 1 Departure Date: September 7 Coming From/Via: Houghton via seaplane Itinerary: Windigo>Island Mine>Siskiwit Bay>Feldtmann Lake> Windigo>>Huginnin Cove>Windigo Notes/Other: Did Windigo to Rock Harbour in 2022, Feldtmann Loop in 2024 ...
by Mdskpr
Mon Jun 05, 2023 7:36 am
Forum: General Questions and Miscellaneous
Topic: Pre-Taping Feet?
Replies: 5
Views: 3480

Re: Pre-Taping Feet?

I've taped, but with leukotape, I'd recommend taping a few days before hitting the trail. The tape seemed to meld to the skin better with warmth and time. I hiked IR last year with sock liners and darn tough wool socks without issue.

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by Mdskpr
Fri May 26, 2023 8:45 am
Forum: General Questions and Miscellaneous
Topic: GMRS Communcation
Replies: 3
Views: 1979

Re: GMRS Communcation

When I was there last year, I didn't see anyone with a radio.

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by Mdskpr
Tue Aug 09, 2022 7:58 pm
Forum: General Questions and Miscellaneous
Topic: Post Hike Showers
Replies: 6
Views: 3370

Re: Post Hike Showers

Thank you for all the replies!

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by Mdskpr
Mon Aug 08, 2022 11:35 am
Forum: General Questions and Miscellaneous
Topic: Post Hike Showers
Replies: 6
Views: 3370

Post Hike Showers

I'll be arriving on IR in 12 DAYS! So excited :D . Quick question as I gather, sort and resort my gear. Showers at RH, what's the current price and are towels included for the price? What to make sure I pack accordingly. I've read the 2022 Greenstone, but there's no mention. Thanks!
by Mdskpr
Sun Jul 31, 2022 6:09 pm
Forum: Gear & Supplies
Topic: trail runners and socks
Replies: 6
Views: 4739

Re: trail runners and socks

I wore darntuff wool socks with ingeni liners with my tail runners in Dolly Sods recently. Feet were wet most of 3 days without a single blister or hot spot.

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by Mdskpr
Sun Jul 31, 2022 6:06 pm
Forum: General Questions and Miscellaneous
Topic: Is new store in Windigo open yet?
Replies: 13
Views: 5412

Re: Is new store in Windigo open yet?

So if Windogo store isn't open, where do I get fuel upon arrival?

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by Mdskpr
Tue Jul 12, 2022 10:35 am
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Zero day options: Todd Harbor or McCargo Cove and Why
Replies: 5
Views: 2285

Re: Zero day options: Todd Harbor or McCargo Cover and Why

Bobcat & S_R_L...thank you for your feedback. I'd prefer the solitude aspect and time to enjoy the island.
by Mdskpr
Tue Jul 12, 2022 8:28 am
Forum: Trails & Campsites
Topic: Zero day options: Todd Harbor or McCargo Cove and Why
Replies: 5
Views: 2285

Zero day options: Todd Harbor or McCargo Cove and Why

I fly into Windigo on AUG 20 and depart Rock Harbor on AUG 27. My itinerary is: W>SLD>TH>MC>LC>RH. I have a zero day built in and am looking for a preferred zero day location: Todd Harbor or McCargo Cove...and why. All feedback from those who have been is greatly appreciated.
by Mdskpr
Tue Jun 28, 2022 8:05 am
Forum: Gear & Supplies
Topic: Normally hang between the trees, but...
Replies: 4
Views: 3494

Re: Normally hang between the trees, but...

Thanks for the feedback. For this trip I’ll have a Warbonnet Superfly tarp that is plenty for coverage and with doors, can be pulled closed if it rains.


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by Mdskpr
Fri May 27, 2022 10:31 am
Forum: Gear & Supplies
Topic: Normally hang between the trees, but...
Replies: 4
Views: 3494

Normally hang between the trees, but...

I'm normally a hammock camper, but after reading the many postings of hammock use in IR, I'll become a ground dweller for this trip (Aug 20-27, 2022). I'm considering a 1-P tent or a Paria Breeze mesh tent & tarp combo (https://www.pariaoutdoorproducts.com/products/backpacking-tent-breeze-mesh-tent ...