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Jim J Solo Inukshuk Offline Posts: 1195 Location: Fort Wayne, IN Joined: Apr 6^th, 2007	Re: The Doldrums Reply #30 - Oct 11^th, 2019 at 2:48pm	Quote Print Post
	I've missed Q for a couple years now. We've been doing some arctic trips though. But one of the best trips I done was last summer hiking the John Muir Trail. It's just beautiful and enough of a challenge to feel like a feat. Kind of a shorter version of a bigger thru hike, but 3 weeks instead of 3 months. I thinking it's time to return to Q next year.


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TomT Inukshuk Offline Posts: 1052 Location: Chicago Burbs Joined: Aug 26^th, 2007	Re: The Doldrums Reply #31 - Oct 13^th, 2019 at 4:38am	Quote Print Post
	Mad_Mat wrote on Oct 8^th, 2019 at 8:30pm: "Something. Anything." its not Quetico, but it does have some portages (You need to *Login* or *Register* to view media files and links) edit?usp=sharing I enjoyed reading this account. It's something I would love to do but not solo. I'm not versed in river travel so would have to go with experienced people. I'm also not so sure I would handle all that grayness and constant wind. Then there's the insects. But, the adventure factor would be very high and that really appeals to me. Kudos to you for doing it solo. I am curious what bear protection you brought? Did you ever use the sat phone? Thanks for the write up and pics. As for me and the doldrums - I'm thinking of getting a new stove and maybe a pot along with an Inreach at Copia. I'm reading Farley Mowat again! His WWII memoir "And No Birds Sang" is really well done. Highly recommend! I've read a few of his books long ago (1980's) and will soon order a few more. Just a fabulous writer and lover of all things nature. I'm also thinking of a route for next years "Pierna or bust!" trip. I'm thinking North Bay through Shade Lake and take the Yum Yum portage into Kahshahpiwi. Layover on Sark to have time to scout a route for the bushwhack to Pierna. On the way out I'd love to camp on Irene Lake and maybe explore the no names to the north. Then take the bog portage out of Kahsh back home. I think 12 nights should be fine. So, I've got THAT to daydream about.


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mpeebles Inukshuk Offline Posts: 598 Location: Fond du Lac, WI Joined: Feb 26^th, 2018	Re: The Doldrums Reply #32 - Oct 13^th, 2019 at 2:52pm	Quote Print Post
	Speaking of doldrums. I'm out in San Diego for a while dog sitting for the kids so I have some time on my hands. On the plus side I'm getting in some nice hiking up and down the hills AND we managed to catch a lobster, my first ever! Ahem....forgot to mention the weather. I took Opasquia off of this years list as I have one or two folks going along who have never done this type of tripping and I thought it might be a bit much. Still trying to decide between another trip into WCPP or head into Atikaki. The WCPP trip would be Burntwood/Dutch R/Thicketwood/Sabourin R/Little Bigshell/Bigshell. This year we went from Bigshell to Young. I have no clue yet as to where I'd go in Atikaki but have contacted Blue Water Aviation in Bisset, MB and got some info from them. Also in contact with Manitoba Parks for info. I'll try to hook up with Martin sometime this winter and talk about Atikaki as well. Hopefully will see ya'll at Copia and we'll be talking there as well. Anyway, something to do till I get back home and head up to the land to do some hunting. Somehow, I agreed to babysit for two days next week but I might have to subcontract that out. Some folks like winter/fall/summer/spring. I like the rut. Later.......


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TomT Inukshuk Offline Posts: 1052 Location: Chicago Burbs Joined: Aug 26^th, 2007	Re: The Doldrums Reply #33 - Oct 13^th, 2019 at 8:51pm	Quote Print Post
	I sure am envious of you retired folks. I'm looking at YOU Mike, Jim, Lynda, Rich, Rich, Neal, and soon another Mike. Oh well, I can daydream with the best of 'em. Here's something to look at. Shug did a hike on the Superior Hiking Trail and when finished stopped in at the Angry Trout restaurant in Grand Marais. Here's a look at what he had. (You need to *Login* or *Register* to view media files and links)
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Old Salt Inukshuk Offline Posts: 4871 Location: Crossville, TN Joined: Jun 17^th, 2004	Re: The Doldrums Reply #34 - Oct 13^th, 2019 at 9:11pm	Quote Print Post
	You left out some of the colorful characters who comprise QJ. The Angry Trout serves up some awesome whitefish, lake trout, herring, and smelt depending on the season. When local fish are not available, they serve fresh Alaskan sockeye salmon. You can’t make a bad choice. Don’t overlook the Dockside Market next door. They have smoked salmon and all of the Lake Superior fish. For a “to go” lunch, you cannot beat their fish wraps. Retirement is just a matter of finding another way to live...


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mpeebles Inukshuk Offline Posts: 598 Location: Fond du Lac, WI Joined: Feb 26^th, 2018	Re: The Doldrums Reply #35 - Oct 14^th, 2019 at 12:40am	Quote Print Post
	This is a good phase of my life


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portage dog Inukshuk Offline Posts: 533 Location: Virginia Joined: Oct 26^th, 2010	Re: The Doldrums Reply #36 - Oct 14^th, 2019 at 9:14pm	Quote Print Post
	The Angry Trout has excellent fare! Worth a stop for sure. Stop at the Dockside Fish Market and pick up some Walleye Dust for your spice kit - a great compliment to those Quetico marble eyes, fried, baked or grilled! pd


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Mad_Mat Inukshuk Offline Posts: 1548 Joined: Apr 21^st, 2003	Re: The Doldrums Reply #37 - Oct 14^th, 2019 at 10:05pm	Quote Print Post
	" I'm not versed in river travel so would have to go with experienced people." Tom, if you went on an outfitter trip, it wouldn't matter. They would likely pair you with a more experienced paddler, and most will give some ww training before you hit the gnarly stuff. All you need is the time and money - arctic trips run about $10,000 Canadian, plus the cost to get up there. Doing it myself was about half that. somebody else asked if I did get a sheep - I did get a half curl ram, just barely legal - it was the first legal ran I saw in 11 days scouting and 8 days hunting - since he was only a little bighorn, I named him "Custer"


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mpeebles Inukshuk Offline Posts: 598 Location: Fond du Lac, WI Joined: Feb 26^th, 2018	Re: The Doldrums Reply #38 - Oct 15^th, 2019 at 3:54am	Quote Print Post
	Twas me on the sheep question. Congratulations !


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azalea Inukshuk Offline Posts: 1084 Location: North Carolina Joined: Jan 13^th, 2004	Re: The Doldrums Reply #39 - Oct 17^th, 2019 at 12:44pm	Quote Print Post
	solotripper wrote on Oct 11^th, 2019 at 2:02pm: [quote author=ldonley link=1570534269/27#27 date=1570800831] They make hard rubber 00 Buckshot/Slugs that hurt like hell but do no long term damage. You want that bear to FEAR humans and leave the area. ... That extra hurt from non-lethal rounds would have probably driven it far off. Bears are smart. Once they relate humans to pain, they'll steer clear. Good for the humans, better for the bear as nuisance bears get killed by the game wardens. I have long wondered why a product hasn't been developed that when consumed would make a bear temporarily but quickly very uncomfortably sick. It seems places like Yellowstone are constantly dealing with bears coming into parks foraging for food. Such a product would teach them park food is not a desirable item.


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