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I don't know if it is still a viable event, but there used to be a whitewater derby/race held in North Creek, NY on the Hudson River.

At the very least, a trip report is in order upon your return!

You just exposed my timidity! I thought about it... even paddled downstream a bit that way, but ultimately backtracked and then carried to Fish Pond (via Mud Pond) instead. It looked way too shallow at the time and I didn't want to trash my wood/canvas canoe bottom. I do imagine that early in...

Yes, absolutely. I have never had ‘traffic’ there. The float to Ochre is quite a departure from the pond paddling; it’s an intimate view of the wetland joining the two ponds. Here's what it looks like:

My preference would be to visit St. Regis Pond via two options: 1) Start at the St. Regis Yacht Club off NYS Rt. 30 (there's public parking there) and go through Upper St. Regis Pond, Bog Pond, Bear Pond, Little Long Pond (East) into Green Pond, then into St. Regis Pond. All relatively short...

I just found this and it helps explain buoyancy values: https://www.greatoutdoorprovision.com/blogs/gopc/pfds-101 By these calculations, at my weight of 155# I need 7.75# of floatation. At 7.5# foam buoyancy for my Mustang Khimera vest, I guess it'll just barely keep me afloat! I had better...

Here’s mine. https://mustangsurvival.com/products/khimera-dual-flotation-pfd-md7183?srsltid=AfmBOooLC8I8wbH_DoFTBk0BYrgcdbe-GKnHbkuE1e1d6ibtMczF6QwS I like the absolutely minimal bulk and no interference with paddling strokes. Its only downside perhaps is the small pocket. I can fit my...

Yeah... that appeals to me too. In the past, climbing in the Mont Blanc range, Chamonix, France I became enamored of "tartiflette". Doesn't get any better, and Kevin's meal is in the same vein. La Tartiflette, for 4 people 1 reblochon (cheese) 1 kg of potatos 3 onions 250 gr bacon bits salt...

I thoroughly enjoyed the full video, and like Robin, I was constantly thinking to myself... "could I do this in my wood canvas canoe?" Well, the truth is maybe thirty years ago, and maybe not in my canoes! What an impressive trip and video record of it. Just wow! The YouTube channel...

Great idea. Did you remember to festoon the interior with graffiti?

While taking a break from a wood/canvas canoe restoration- it was too cold for the varnish stripping process- I decided to make an Eastern Screech Owl box. I found some leftover wood and made this. The instructions called for 2" of wood chips inside for nesting, so I put in some shavings from...

I do the same on my 4 cylinder 1958 Mercury Mark 55… although it might only go 100 feet without fuel! It’s on a 15’ mahogany runabout.

Yes, me too. It's on my list though I wonder if the limited area of the ponds will hold my interest for more than an overnight. There's no doubting the appeal of the outstanding backdrop of the Great Range. Here's a nice overview:

Beautiful canoe Robin. Is that the 14’ Fox?

Haha, I also smoked unfiltered Camels! Until I wised up and got healthier. The seat is a mahogany frame and real cane in the 7 step method. The last step (7th) is the binder cane around the perimeter. The case is probably 3/4" x 4"x6". That's a pair of Ash seats in the background.

This is my candle lantern, owned originally by my great grandfather. It's got a thin metal/soldered seam case with a dedicated tube internally for a slender candle. It's about the size of a cigar case. The glass panes hinge on all four sides, and the top and bottom interlock with tiny folded...

Come on man.... you can't just go over to the dark (non-wood) side! Just kidding. For me the aesthetics and feel of my wood/canvas canoes justify the extra effort. My favorite solo shown below is 52 lbs. I'm 73 and fortunately still somewhat agile. I just have to plan my moves a little...

Al, your wool-jacketed canteen fits well with your Duluth style packs! I imagine that when the wool is wetted, evaporation helps keep the water cool. Does anyone remember lister bags? They provided water for a large group and the water soaked canvas kept the water somewhat cool. Our Boy Scout...

My headlamp journey began many years ago one Vermont winter when my pal bought two Eveready headlamps powered by a 9 volt square battery. The thing looked like the classic doctors disc reflector they wore on a headband back in the day. The lens had to be 3" in diameter, and about 2" projection...

I needed a new strap for my Black Diamond headlamp. I guess my big head finally wore out the elastic!! I found this young guy in California and decided to buy from a small business instead of the big box store and was pleased indeed when I received the new strap (and he included an extra as a...