Recent content by dcloots

I video 80% of my trips and my equipment package is very simple.....a Go pro, Iphone and an old Sony Handycam that I bought from the Sony refurbishment center online. I recently added a DJI Mavic Mini 3 pro which is a huge learning curve for me. Every time I send it up I either forget to...

This Campfire tent looks like an enlarged Baker Tent which is very intriguing. Really nice set up Robin. Looks cozy as ever.

I can not see the pictures either so my curiosity of the new seat design is getting the best of me.

I have watched their videos many times. They were quite busy for quite some time including inland waters. The Malamute is a beautiful dog.

This is exactly what I am thinking. I have been eyeballing the Old Town Big Water 132 but my research is in its infancy. My son enjoys salt water fishing and I am considering ways to get us both out on the ocean safely while still being able to realize usage of the many campsites offered by...

Glenn there is no definitive track or trail other than the MIT is 375 miles of coast line which provides for over 200 campsites in coordination with private land owners allowing members to use their land. A paddler would need to map out there own route based on their abilities.

I have an insane urge to paddle the Maine Island Trail. I do not own a sea kayak or any kayak for that matter, however I do have 5 canoes sitting in my garage. I may not be the smartest man, however I do believe I am smart enough not to attempt some of the far reaching islands on the trail...

Most of the campsites on Chesuncook Lake are part of the Penobscot River Corridor. The Caribou Checkpoint is normally the gate that you come across when putting in on Lobster Trip and the other checkpoint entering the North Maine Woods from the west would be 20 Mile Checkpoint. I am sure...

Sounds like your boy first trip was a success! There is no cheating when it comes to a first trip.....the cabin rental was probably what made them feel extremely comfortable on their first trip. Glad you have those memories with your boys!

Its a great lake to visit for sure. Hopefully there wasn't too much boat traffic. I thought that I may have recognized the campsite that you based camped at but then I wasn't sure unless the firepit was relocated. Looks like the weather treated you both well. Great canoe kits and great...

Its hard to tell exactly what is going on with your particular canoe but I would have to agree with the others that the original vinyl layer was painted over for aesthetic reasons. I have restored multiple royalex canoes with cold cracks up the ying-yang and used g-flex epoxy to repair those...

Great trip report. I enjoyed reading about this adventure and the details that you shared. Quick question....were there any small flying flesh eaters....😂

Great thread and after reading through this thread I believe I need to tackle this project at some point. The comfort element is paramount and I couldn't agree more that the flat seats are just not cutting it for me anymore. Appreciate you sharing this Jim!

I think this season is the season to make an attempt at encouraging my wife to join me on a canoe trip. I have tentative plans to travel with my son, daughter and my wife to Lobster Lake. I have paddled many lakes in Maine and have paddled the West Branch a bunch, but I have never been to...

I purchased Duluth pack sewing plans and looked them over. The plans all seemed greek to me and will require more understanding and education, but I know someday I will sew some interesting things, however at the moment I am thankful for your warning. I have enough going on right now to not...