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He Jim, I pry off my gunnels, and learned many years ago the noise drove me nuts, especially on a trip. Also, my paddles ( often softer than my gunnels ) would dent and show signs of wear. I solved this by adding a leather or cord wrap ( cord wrap preferred by me ) on every paddle I own. I...

I really enjoyed the videos Glenn. My go to paddle is a guide model for the exact reasons mentioned in the videos, one can choke up as well use them for shallow waters, ( Wisconsin River back waters ), and deeper waters one can experience tripping on back country lakes in the north country. I...

Wow Kahel, you are creative and talented! Good on ya! Bob.

Wow, those are some very nice looking tools! I wrap mine in cordage also. I use my small forest axes every week, and a times a large double blade. Thanks for posting, I really enjoy pics like these from axes that are used for real. loved the pics! 👍

Snapper is correct Glenn. I used a match coat all the time a decade ago. I ran the timber hard late fall through winter. I would hunt, hike and sleep with mine. Yup, take a nice blanket, wrap up in it with the blanket over your head, cinch at the waist with a belt, or sash of some sort and...

I have ( and still do ) use this method for fire starting for canoe tripping and lighting my wood stove while in winter camp. I see temps from low 90’s to well below zero. I soak my cordage in canning wax. Keeps jute dry, takes a spark very well, cold or hot weather, easy to get a fire from...

Awesome Post Robin ... stuff like this really speaks to me. I have often thought bout making one - jsut not sure how to start - so many ideas in my head. Would have two doors with screens, and aluminum poles to make portage somewhat reasonable. I hate summer tents - my CCS1 is about as tenty...

That might work for me ... where are you thinking of meeting Bill?

JohnSand, I have been in similar situations at sea ... I appreciate your post. I have been in those pop up squalls ... and nearly hit at anchor by a large water spout. Unnerving to say the least. Bob.

I am like Snapper in the knots I use most often. Bowline, taught line hitch, truckers hitch and half hitch cover almost all of what I need. They are super simple to tie and importantly to untie, even when wet and under a load. The function of each hitch is important, but to me it is equally...

I am thinking about it. I would have my Dog Jake with me. I would be interested in meeting up with others from this board. Bob.

Years ago I was traveling in WCPP. I went in with a buddy, we split up soon after entering together and were to meet agin 3 weeks later with some others who were flying in. There had been a lot of rain prior to our start and I found my route was rife with muddy/mucky portages. There was also a...

Good luck with your sale. Having had panther products in the past, I I can say their canvas and stitching is second to none. Your lodge looks like it is excellent shape. 700 bucks with stove and frame is an extremely reasonable asking price. Bob

Snapper, Sounds heart breaking losing a chance at a beautiful property like described. Good luck with your search, I hope find a nice quiet place. Jake and I spend a lot of time in winter camp. The kind of solitude winter gives is something I wish I had words to adequately describe. As to...

In early winter, late fall I use my winter camp as a base for deer hunting. It is so nice to have fresh bread, hot coffee and warm venison stew out in the timber. Now that deer season is over, Jake and I will spend a lot of our time at winter camp ... until about March or April and then wood...

This post is a mess, trying to do it from winter camp and my phone is not cooperating! Anyway, we are going to spend 3-4 hours here, then will hike back to the house for breakfast ... after sipping wood stove made hot chocolate and reading for while. There is a simple joy of watching the sun...

Well, the primary gun deer season is over and Jake and I needed a bit of a timber romp so this morning we hiked up to winter camp.

Well, the primary gun deer season is over and Jake and I needed a bit of a timber romp so this morning we hiked up to winter camp. It was single digits this am with a bit of a wind chill. Man it feels good to get into the tent and crank up the wood stove.

That paddle looks exceptional … I can not wait too the final finish product … it is truly amazing!

Man I love Sycamore but that paddle … WOW!!