Recent content by Newtown Mark

Temagami right after ice-out. Eye of Quebec in the fall.

Just came back from a long snowshoe walk in the woods. Beautiful. But I'm ready to paddle!

I had a good season. Trained for the ADK 90, plus a one week trip to Temagami. So, figure 600 + miles.

I've been thinking about this trip for 3 years, but good trip reports are hard to find, so this report is a great resource. Many thanks. My plan is to do it in the fall of 2026. A couple of questions: Did you need any permits? Any concerns about leaving your truck unattended for so long?

The further I get from "civilization" the safer I feel.

I'm in. Paddling solo and can transport one other boat. Meet you at the Sherman Town Park.

Exactly what I'm looking for. Thanks.

I'm trying to get some intel on the Eye of Quebec / Manicouagan Reservoir. I would like to do a spring 2026 circumnavigation of the island. Looks like about 120 miles. Local info all talks about paddling the reservoir with sea kayaks, but I would prefer using my PBW Rapid Fire. Anyone...

I was lucky enough to paddle the area the second year it was open to the public, well before it became such a zoo. Wife and I spent 5 days there and only spotted 2 other boats.

My most immediate issue is adjusting my plans to account for an age-related decline in ability. I know what I'm doing, I have the experience and knowledge. I'm just not as capable as I used to be. Getting old sucks.

For short trips, I have a small round cooler that was designed to nest inside my food barrel. I pack it with frozen food and eat as things thaw. For longer trips, larger soft-sided coolers seem to work well.

Looks like a blast! Thanks for posting.

I had a couple of brief conversations with Dan before ordering some of his excellent gear. He seemed like a good guy and I like to support small niche businesses. I hope someone continues CCS. And I hope Dan had a good last paddle.

I love Conover's focus on the old school ways of sustained wilderness living and travel and the development of the skills needed to stay out for long periods of time. While I like to practice the skills, my life (family, work, etc) does not allow the time for long term trips. Plus, as I age...

I carry by barrel about 50 yards from camp and tie it loosely to a tree with some paracord. Then I hang a large, loud cow bell from the paracord. The idea (theory; never been tested) being that any creature attacking the barrel would start the bell ringing and either scare them off or wake me...