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1. Sawyer Products SP131 Squeeze Water Filtration System with Three Pouches
- Lightweight, easy to use portable water filter removes harmful bacteria, protozoa, cysts, sediment, and 100% of microplastics; Perfect for outdoor adventures, travel, or emergency preparedness
- High-performance 0.1 Micron absolute inline filter fits in the palm of your hand and weighs just 2 ounces; 100% of Micro Squeeze units individually tested three times to performance standards by Sawyer
- Built-in and removable flip top sports cap; spray water straight into mouth or bottle from included pouch; also fits standard water bottles with 28 mm threads
- Includes one 16-oz and two 32-oz reusable BPA-free collapsible pouches; cleaning plunger, cleaning coupling, gravity tubing, Inline Hydration Pack Adapters, and mesh storage bag w/ hanging loop
- Backed by manufacturer's lifetime limited (independent testing laboratory Hydration, LLC.; Microbiological Report S05-03)
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2. Chota Outdoor Gear Caney Fork Breathable Wader Socks
- Designed for shallow wading, keeps you your lower legs dry from the foot to the knee
- 100% breathable with a 3-mm waterproof neoprene stocking foot to help keep your feet dry and warm
- Skin-out neoprene gasket coupled with nylon cinch strap keeps the top secured and in place
- The intergraded gravel guards keep the sand and grit out of your wading boots
- Total Height 14 inches - Available Sizes: S (5-8) M (8-11) L (9-12) XL (10-13) & XXL (11-14) Shoe Size
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3. [6pcs] Deyard Screen Protector for GoPro Hero 7(Black Only)/Hero 6/Hero 5/2018, Ultra Clear Tempered Glass Screen Protector + Tempered Glass Lens Protector + Lens Cap Cover Accessories
📷 Specifically designed for GoPro Hero 7 Black(Not Compatible with GoPro Hero 7 White/Silver)/ Hero HD(2018)/Hero 5/ Hero 6 Action Camera.📷 Protect screen and lens from daily scratches, dust, scrapes, and normal signs of wear.📷 Only 0.3mm thick; maintains the original touch experience. The ...
5. Paddling Wisconsin: A Guide to the State's Best Paddling Routes (Paddling Series)
- This 12V high-quality replacement power adapter is compatible with the Hitachi Touro Desk 2TB External hard drive.
- The plug fits a US 2-pin wall power socket.
- This power adaptor is designed to meet the power specification of the Touro Desk 2TB External hard drive referred to here - it is the correct voltage, amperage and tip size.
- It meets and exceeds all US safety standard, features overvoltage, overcurrent and short circuit protection to protect your device, and is energy efficient.
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6. Saco River Map and Guide: AMC River Map
- NATIONAL BOOK NETWRK AMC SACO RIVER MAP & GUIDE
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7. WolfWise Pop Up Privacy Shower Tent Portable Outdoor Sun Shelter Camp Toilet Changing Dressing Room
- Funny Iguana Drugs Shirt with "Legalize Marriage Iguana" design - great for Lizard and Iguana fans everywhere.
- Official Yipptee T-Shirt with Legalize Marriage Iguana
- Lightweight, Classic fit, Double-needle sleeve and bottom hem
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8. Canoeing and Kayaking Florida (Canoe and Kayak Series)
- CANOEING & KAYAKING FLORIDA
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9. The Complete Paddler: A Guidebook for Paddling the Missouri River from the Headwaters to St. Louis, Missouri
Used Book in Good Condition
10. Canoe and Kayak Routes of Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington: Including Southwest Washington
Used Book in Good Condition
11. Soggy Sneakers: A Paddler's Guide to Oregon's Rivers
- SAY GOODBYE TO THE YELLOW | Our natural shampoo will help remove any yellowing buildup that may start to occur as your hair picks up particles. Will remove all the excess oils and debris that cause yellowing.
- REDUCES THE DULLNESS | Will help brighten and maintain dry or frizzy strands. Will add life and shine to make those locks stand out.
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- NEUTRALIZES BRASSY TONES | Our rich natural shampoo reduces the brassy color without leaving any residue. Cleanses the scalp to eliminate brassy tones and provides the hair with nutrients and vitamins to make it shiny and brim with health.
- COLOR SAFE FORMULA | Free of sulfates, parabens, artificial coloring and fragrances.
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12. LevelOne Collapsible Silicone Outdoor Camping Kettle (Blue)
Collapsible and Convenient for StorageAluminum Base, Silicone Body, Plastic HandleVarious Color Options Available
13. Stansport Aluminum Percolator Coffee Pot, 9 Cups
- Sport Type: Outdoor Lifestyle
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14. MSR WhisperLite International Multifuel Backpacking Stove
- Multi-Fuel-Burns white gas, kerosene and unleaded gasoline
- Light and Sturdy: Lightweight stainless steel legs offer excellent durability
- Compact: Folds small and fits inside most MSR pots.
- Field Maintainable: Self-cleaning Shaker Jet technology and new, one-piece leg assembly allow fast cleaning and maintenance in the field.
- Includes: Fuel pump, windscreen, heat reflector, small-parts kit, instructions, and stuff sack. (Fuel bottle not included)/Made in Seattle, USA
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15. TOAKS Titanium Long Handle Spoon
Material: Titanium (no coating)Weight: 0.57 oz (16 g)Length: 8 1/2”/ 217mmOrigin: Designed by TOAKS in California and made in ChinaNotes: Long handle and flat head make it easy to reach corners in a bottle.
16. Coleman 2000014870 Water Carrier 5 Gal
Folds flat for compact storage and transport (hook and rope included)Heavy-duty polyethylene carrier resists dents and cracksOn/off spigot removes easily for quick refillingOpening is large enough for ice cubesFolds flat for compact storage and transport (hook and rope included)Heavy-duty polyethyle...
17. SUPERSINGULARITY Premium Dry Bag 30L Waterproof Backpack with Dual Air Valve Inflation and Compression Sack. Gear Bag for Boating, Kayaking, Canoeing, Rafting, Fishing, Hunting, Camping & Beach
PROTECTION IN WATER, SNOW, SAND and DIRT: Strong non-rip and puncture proof tarpaulin with roll-top closure for a secure watertight seal. Because you need your sandwiches to stay safe and dry. And your survival gear. But most importantly - sandwiches.INFLATION and COMPRESSION VALVE: You know what su...
18. BENDING BRANCHES BB Special Performance Wood Canoe Paddle for Everyday Canoers
- UNMATCHED BLADE PROTECTION: Bending Branches’ Rockgard protects the tip of the blade from damage, cracking, and abuse, and prolongs the life of a paddle 6x longer than a paddle without it
- BENT SHAFT PADDLE: Bent shaft canoe paddles are ideal for long touring trips on flat or slow-moving waters. Our 11° bend paddles enter the water quicker and allows you to push more water and get more forward trust, translating into less strain on your body.
- WORLD CLASS QUALITY & DESIGN: Bending branches offers a rustic, natural paddle made from the most beautiful and durable upper Wisconsin wood, sealed with highly protective commercial grade varnish. The result is a highly a sleek, buoyant, sturdy paddle specifically engineered for maximum efficiency with every stroke
- LIGHT & EFFICIENT: Our paddle is substantially lighter than recreational models (22oz (624 g), so you can paddle for days at a time with less fatigue. The tear-drop blade shape is designed for an efficient, flutter free stroke, meaning less wasted effort with inefficient, misdirected strokes
- MADE IN THE USA: As the world’s largest manufacturer of quality canoe and kayak paddles with one of the lowest breakage rates in the industry, we are proud to say we remain a privately held company in Northwestern Wisconsin, staffed by paddling enthusiasts.
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19. MSR Alpine 4 Pot Set
- Strong: Stainless steel offers the ultimate in durability.
- Compact: Efficient nesting design saves valuable pack room
- Multi-Function: Pot lids can be used as plates
- Includes: (1) 1L pot, (1) 2L pot, (1) 3L pot, (3) lids/plates, (1) PanHandler pot handle, and stuff sack
- Weight: 3lbs 2 oz
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Take a look at my Youtube videos. Everything from "Exploring Madeira" and newer is when I bought my GoPro. I borrowed a friends GoPro for a few of the previous videos but it was an older model and I didn't have any accessories, so wasn't as useful. But I bought mine mainly for canoe tripping and I did a ton of research into everything.
GoPro - first you need to decide which GoPro you want. When I bought mine, Hero 7 was the latest model (they now have Hero 8). If you're buying it for canoe tripping, don't even consider the white or silver models, they don't have replaceable batteries, so every time a battery dies you would need to start charging the actual device. No bueno. Now that the Hero 8 is out you could probably find a good deal on the Hero 7. Supposedly they've improved the stabilization even more, but take a look at my videos and you'll see even the Hero 7 Black stabilization is pretty epic.
Batteries - find them on sale. There was a huge deal the other week on Amazon for the double charger with an extra battery, maybe it will be back on sale for Black Friday. But depending on the trip length and what you're using the GoPro for, you should aim to have about 1 battery life per day. If you use it for timelapse etc. you'll obviously go through battery quicker than just the short 1-2min clips. You can also use power banks to recharge the GoPro. I like to have spare batteries for quick changing during the day, then overnight I'll use a power bank to recharge. Right now I have 4 batteries total, and if I'm going out for more than 3-4 days I'll supplement with power banks as well.
Accessories - these screen protectors are cheap and add a little peace of mind that you won't scratch the lens or screen on the back. This accessory pack was an epic purchase... yes it's all cheaply made, but nothing has broke on me yet and it's just such great value. The chest mount is great for POV shots (better than the head mount IMO), the bicycle handle mount is perfect for canoe handles (see the parts of my vid where I flip up the canoe) and the suction mount is great for dash cam type shots. This tripod selfie stick was probably the best accessory purchase though. Can use it with a smartphone or swap the head out and use it with your GoPro. The tripod feet extend for extra stability/support, and it's extremely lightweight and compact... perfect for canoe tripping. I take off the bluetooth remote button so there's no electronic aspect so I can use it underwater.
Other tips - use rocks or a sweatshirt or something around the base of the tripod for extra support and to keep it weighed down. Very important if you're using it fully extended and/or in windy weather. The GoPro can lose a lot of battery life overnight depending on the temperature/climate, so you might consider taking the battery out overnight. Download the GoPro app so you can control the camera through your phone... set up the tripod, frame your shot, and you can start/stop the GoPro remotely. Buy the proper memory card that they recommend from the approved list. Get the biggest memory you can. Once you start recording in 4k you'll see how much data it actually requires.
Probably a lot more I can ramble about but that should be a good start. GoPro Hero 7 Black, extra batteries, power banks, screen protector, accessory bundle kit, and that specific tripod/selfie... should be perfect.
edit: One thing to add, I also bring my iPhone with me. I use the iPhone for pictures and music mostly, but if the GoPro is set up on a timelapse or something it's nice to have a second recording device as well.
Couples of other things just came to mind.
That's all that comes to mind right now.
The Kickapoo river isn’t north country paddling, but it’s a great multi day paddle fairly close to Chicago. There are several outfitters based out of Ontario, Wi that do rentals and shuttles.
There isn’t anything quite like the BWCAW in Wisconsin, but there are great multi-day river trips. The closest thing to the BWCAW is the Sylvania Wilderness on the border of Wisco and the UP. It’s small (30k acres maybe), but you can portage and paddle some beautiful lakes.
St. Croix, Black, Wisconsin, nemekagon, Wolf, and bois brûle are great Wisco rivers to do multi-day paddling trips on. St croix, Black, Wisconsin, and namekegon would be the two I’d recommend for beginner level canoeists.
You’ve got some nice reservoir paddling with campsites on the flambeau and willow river flowages.
“Paddling Wisconsin” is a good source for trip info:
https://www.amazon.com/Paddling-Wisconsin-Guide-States-Routes/dp/0762738286
Went for the first time last Aug 2017 and had a blast. The weather was rain/cloudy though so my experience may be unique in that it wasn't too crowded (forecasts of thunder for the weekend). The difference being that I understand it can be a madhouse in the summer months with good forecasts. I also had all the equipment and truck for transport. No rentals or help from local stores.
http://www.sacobound.com/images/maps/SacoMap.pdf (I refer to #s on this map).
We put in at Saco Bound 2nd site (saco bound landing) cause I couldn't find a free site to park up river. The Saco bound landing parking was like $20 for the weekend. You buy it at their main building. We got off at the Hiram spot (bottom right of the map) which is free parking. This route allows you maximum time on the river while not encountering any portages if your glamping like I do and don't want to carry a ton past the swan falls dam.
The Sand Bar stories are true with a ton of them along the Saco banks - moreso in drier weather. Our wet weather reduced a few. If its super wet out with a lot of preceding rain I would check with the local rental places. It could surge enough to cover all the bars. In the beginning and end there are plenty of sand bars. Near 15 on the map they start disappearing and only appearing again towards the end when it starts getting curvy again. I would camp before 15 your first night - probably a little before. Don't want near 15 to be your last resort just in case its full. Again our weekend had bad weather so there were plenty to go around. If you go on a beautiful weekend i would get an EARLY start to claim a plot before others fill in. Can't guarantee you will get a bar to yourself, but people are generally friendly if not a tad roudy. Aim for a small bar if you want isolation.
Putting in where I did and getting out at Hiram was a solid 3 day trip, starting a late morning Friday and finishing up Sunday afternoon.
If you camp near one of the connecting lake/ponds/swamps MOSQUITOES are everywhere. ENEMY NUMBER ONE. Eaten alive our first night when parked near 15 on the map. Next time I am glamping with a mosquito gazebo so we can get some peace. Second night down the river was much more sane. I also recommend one of these for #2 trips in the woods for mosquito defense:
https://www.amazon.com/WolfWise-Portable-Changing-Dressing-Backpack/dp/B071RHQP6V/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1520992497&sr=8-7&keywords=pop+up+changing+tent
Bring a lot of firewood - has to be Maine sourced. I would see if you can buy some a little further away from the Saco to reduce tourist traps $$$. We were lucky due to the weather that we were able to find some driftwood to add to ours. However, if its a row of popular weekends I expect the river will be picked bone-dry for driftwood and you can't cut fresh wood.
I didn't fish, so can't really help you there. I didn't see too many fish in the water while travelling through, but I don't know if that is an accurate measurement.
Also, I got this after the fact but know it will be useful next time:
https://www.amazon.com/Saco-River-Map-Guide-Amc/dp/1929173199
Let me know if you have any other questions - I found information so sparse when researching it myself that its a joy to be able to share.
Nice. We'll definitely not be carrying 8+ days of water. Probably won't drink straight from the lake either.
I prefer a water filter for camping trips like this. Just scoop up lake water into the 'dirty' bag, attach the filter, and squeeze or let gravity do the work, out comes clean water. This is a great way to eliminate the bacteria (like giardia) from the water, while still using it from the source.
Sawyer Squeeze is the brand/model.
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I'm a light weight backpacker traditionally - so I think keeping weight low in the canoe will be easy. I guess that's until we start adding in the luxuries like chairs and coolers.
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The umbrella is a great idea. I'm gonna look into that one!
14 miles seems about right. (Edit2: Are you solo canoeing? Kayaking?) It really depends on flow, gradient, obstructions, fuck off time etc. The Choctawhatchee River is a sizable river so you shouldn't have to worry about many obstructions and I don't think there are any rapids or anything like that in that area (only substantial ones I can think of are on the Aucilla and Suwannee). There's a great book called Canoeing and Kayaking Florida that I would recommend you check out. I would also point you to FDEP's paddling guide for the river. You can check out all the paddling guides for other rivers here.
I've never paddled the Choctawhatchee but it looks like on google earth that sand banks are abundant, as a solo I would target these towards the end of your day as camp sites if the water level is right. It is legal to camp on floodplain (which beaches would be in) but don't argue if someone comes up and asks why you're on their land just tell them you will be on your way. (This has never once happened to me in my many years of paddling Florida's rivers.)
I will also say, while I haven't paddled this river, I have been to Morrison Spring. You are not going to want to miss that if that's part of your paddle. Make sure you allocate some time to hang there.
I can talk all day about paddling in Florida so if you have any more questions I'd be happy to help.
Edit to add "See this trail" link from FDEP: http://fdep.maps.arcgis.com/apps/MapTour/index.html?appid=d1b432eb3ecf4c9f81c0e7a3e3f8c307
I am on the river often around the St Joseph to Kansas City area. I live in Leavenworth and serve as a river angel here. The absolute best advice I can give you is to join the Missouri River Paddlers Facebook page and start reading. I believe almost everyone who has paddled from the source (Browers Spring in Montana) to the Mississippi is on that page. After joining the page you can set up an itinerary and the veterans and River Angels will pretty much talk you through planning and executing your trip.
I have hosted probably a dozen long distance paddlers as they pass through here. All have been organized through the page. River Angels take people in, feed them, do their laundry, etc. all in exchange for stories and kinship of like minded people.
Also, highly recommend the book by Dave Miller.
https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Paddler-Guidebook-Paddling-Headwaters/dp/1560373253
If you want to get in touch with people that have paddled the entire river, and don't use Facebook, let me know. I can get you in touch with some wonderful people who would share advice.
Chotas!! they hare the equivalent of waders but only go to the knee!! I wear wool socks and chotas anytime I go canoeing. I dislike paddling all day with wet feet so I wear my wading boots and the chotas, great traction, good comfort, good durability, I would not trade that setup for the most expensive pair of waterproof boots in the world for canoeing and portaging.
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https://www.amazon.com/Chota-Outdoor-Gear-Caney-Breathable/dp/B00R5JL8JQ
If you're looking for a whole week trip, shuttling down to Corvallis and paddling the Willamette back up to the pullout in West Linn is a good 5-day expedition. I did it with the Boy Scouts one summer, and except for the one day of unseasonally torrential rain we had a great time. The Willamette River Keepers has a pretty detailed "water trail" map of the river with marked camping locations and points of interest.
I don't know if they're the best books on the topic, but I have these two:
Soggy Sneakers has more whitewater stuff in it, but both have a good number of flatwater trips as well.
We had a clear route and a very still water. There was no way we were lifting that monster over our heads. I bought the collapsible kettle so my girlfriend could make hot tea while we're backpacking but it works perfectly for coffee too! This is the one I got I would recommend it, fairly light and easy to pack.
I really like the sawyer water filter. Whatever you get, the best thing you can do is fill up a 'dirty water' container in the middle of the lake, and use that to refill your gravity filter. Over 5 gallons starts to get tricky to bring back into the canoe. We tend to pour the filtered water directly into a container rather than use a 'clean' bag. Pro tip - if you are boiling water for cooking, you don't need to filter it. Just use that big jug of fairly clean water you pulled from a good distance from shore.
As a pot, a 9 cup coffee peculator works really well for just boiling water. Bonus as it also acts as a peculator - heat water in another pot, then poor over the filter/grinds rather than wait for a full boil to peculate. I'll usually pack a 600ml pot that heats smaller amounts of water and doubles as my coffee cup. Nice to have a single walled cup you can set on the fire grate.
For the morning oatmeal, I just pack in a paper bowl. Easy cleanup in the fire.
Depending on how many days, a canister style stove is hard to beat for groups of four. Longer trips, or trips with more people, a white gas stove starts to work out better. There is an entire cult around building beer can stoves, but they tend to be a bit slow for 4 hungry people.
We tend to do a fair bit of freeze dried foods when we go. A long handled spoon - either from a DQ malt or something fancy titanium works nicely for eating directly out of the bag. No real cleanup.
I'm packing in an $0.88 pizza pan as an aluminum surface to cook fish if it is over the fire, an aluminum foil pouch for in the fire. Semi-disposable Tupperware works nicely to keep crackers from getting crushed in a pack.
Going in this weekend as well. Will be in the bars in Ely the Friday night before. Possibly see you in that corner of the world!
Can you rent one? Also, I bought one of these for an upcoming canoe trip, but have not yet used it yet. It was pretty reasonably priced and got good reviews.
OP, if you are paddling long distance flat water, you will get more bang for your buck with a bent shaft paddle. The bend makes for a much more efficient stroke resulting in you being able to go farther and feel less fatigued. I use this one:
Bending Branches BB Special Canoe Paddle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00404YQCU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_aYBPzbJMXWKEY
I use this paddle on flat spots on rivers here in the southeast. And when rapids come, I bust out my straight one. There Are a bunch out there though, have fun!
MSR Alpine cookset that I'm not going to get.
I love that they're stainless and how well they nest for compact storage. I'd also like the matching frypan.
I know it's not going to happen as I don't get out enough to justify the cost.