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It was a surprise to me too. About five years ago, before there was a nest on the lake I saw an eagle. He was perched in a tree on the...

There is an eagle nest right down the lake from me and I've seen them bringing sticks to repair the nest many times. This morning the...

Thanks for the input Gamma. Following my progress is one of the main things she's looking forward to. This is a small trip, only 3 days...

In my experience, the inReach (nice malapropism, Rusty) doesn't have to be intrusive. Mine is typically along for the ride and only...

Thanks for the tips, y'all! I already use the USGS National Map all the time to plan trips or outdoor activities. I also just enjoy...

You can still order plain paper topo maps from: gotrekkers.com More than one person I met on my trip was astounded that I was...

Haven't done many pre-work paddles this year, mostly due to the dog's arthritis and harmful algal blooms. Managed to get out this...

Matawin River, Quebec Secret fishing spot, upper laurentians, Quebec Headless moose, Ashuapmushuan River, Quebec.

Silver Beach, Lake Michigan yesterday after the cold front blew the rain away (60 mph gusts, 14 foot waves). This is the calm after the...

Photo snapped of me and my Starfire at the Ozark Rendezvous last Thursday on Current River. Beautiful paddle and met some great folks...

There was a little frost on the hull yesterday when I started out in the fog, but it warmed up quickly. There is a buck in the fog that...

Visited by aliens last week on the Yellowstone river.

I have been to Poland pond, beautiful place.

Satellite enabled GPS on a smartphone via Gaia is certainly useful in the wilderness. I’m adept with map and compass, but Gaia saves...

Most of the good trips in the western US and Canada have no phone coverage. A Sat phone is about the only useful device. I go on trips...