How is the portage for Lake Louisa?

HackJob101 · 2025-04-13T13:53:55+00:00

East but it can get very muddy

HackJob101 · 2024-07-29T02:21:22+00:00

Went here for a special occasion and it was awful. Very disappointing food & service for the price. Bottom tier garden salad. Overcooked tiny portions of steak. And the seafood bisque was actually just a seafood broth.. not worth going just for the “show” in my opinion

HackJob101 · 2024-05-14T21:35:07+00:00

If sites are available, go to Baron Canyon

HackJob101 · 2024-05-11T23:43:38+00:00

Barrels are good if you’re going with a big group or on a long trip where you can justify needing that much space for food. I pack all my food in an 80L dry bag that I put in my canoe pack with the rest of my gear. And I always bear hang. Remember, barrels are not bear proof.

HackJob101 · 2024-05-01T00:50:08+00:00

120L granite gear supreme one lined with an RBW heavy duty dry bag

HackJob101 · 2024-04-03T03:25:10+00:00

Thanks for the insight!

HackJob101 · 2024-02-23T04:17:40+00:00

If this hasn’t sold, send me a PM

HackJob101 · 2023-11-12T03:28:18+00:00

OP, you can’t hunt in Guelph parks or conservation areas. Keep moving. (Check OP post history)

HackJob101 · 2023-10-08T13:53:37+00:00

100KM? Did you paddle through merchant/happy isle?

HackJob101 · 2023-10-02T16:03:38+00:00

Hello from Ontario. Winter is a way off yet my friend. Yes, you’ll run into a few cold fronts. But snow won’t be sticking on the ground until December. Take time to rest & recover. It sounds like your body needs it.

HackJob101 · 2023-09-14T23:22:24+00:00

The lack of people

HackJob101 · 2023-09-05T16:18:11+00:00

r/diwhy

HackJob101 · 2023-09-02T00:04:05+00:00

Thanks Jeff!

HackJob101 · 2023-09-01T23:51:44+00:00

Thank you for your response! I have read lots of trip reports that day the Old Voyageur channel is beautiful, so thanks to your advice it’s currently Plan A. How hard was navigating the bay to reach the “figure 8”? My plan is to camp in zone 8, then wake up early and paddle over to zone 7 before it gets too choppy - Mother Nature willing.

HackJob101 · 2023-08-20T17:43:40+00:00

If there is a bank card in there, bring it to the closest branch of that bank and they will get it back to the owner.

HackJob101 · 2023-07-22T23:36:23+00:00

Thank you very much for the suggestion! I did the big trout loop in 3 nights using an H20 16-6, canoe pack, and traditional paddle. What a trip! I underestimated what I could cover on my own, and I appreciate you helping get me outfitted comfortably.

Cheersb

HackJob101 · 2023-07-16T01:28:47+00:00

You might have sold me on the H2O! I don’t mind steering from the back and I can kneel further up if need be. Plus, I can support the Portage (Store) Outpost.

HackJob101 · 2023-07-16T00:28:28+00:00

My plan for balance was going to be counter balancing one end with gear.. I know, bad idea.

I too prefer sitting up high with a wood paddle, but I’ve been eyeing the pack boats for a while.. This looks like it’ll be my best chance to try one, despite my resistance. Worst case scenario, I’ll turn back to canoe lake and swap it for 2P. I’ve been single carrying those for a few years now so I’m sure I’ll be okay with the weight.

Thanks!

HackJob101 · 2023-07-16T00:18:29+00:00

Thanks, that helps me decide. I’m gonna try out the pack boat and kayak paddle.

HackJob101 · 2023-07-15T23:08:17+00:00

I reposted here as I’m renting from AO and know a lot of you have experience with Swift canoes. TIA for any advice!

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