This early in the year the campsites will be cleaner. Sloppy campers are the main reason bears area problems. I had my tent ripped into once years ago in Lost Bay during an afternoon nap. No harm (but the tent) but freaked out an old girlfriend. The next day there was one on a houseboat nearby and ripped off screen door. Ranger came by and said all campsites in the area were closing. Use common sense as always. Good info above and have a good trip!

Check rivets X2. A friend of mine put a few inches of water in boat then put on trailer and then saw where the water was coming from. Good luck

22 days got result. NOT DETECTED

Muzzy any day over slug gun. It’s like a single shot rifle for me.

MSG you can do without. Some companies offer celery juice and celery powder as a natural preservative to eliminate sodium nitrates. I have not but I will when I use up my current supplies.

Lost Bay x2

That old chimney on Stagies point was my dad’s cabin. We had it from late 50’s to 1985 when the park kicked us out. It sat another 10 years there and then they burned it down. Kinda bittersweet to say the least. The back bay had a 40 ft dock that dad had John Salmi and his brother I believe built. Lots of vacation memories growing up on Kabby and the cabin.

Depending on the time of year I like camping out of the wind most of the time-so east side of islands and protected coves. Wind in the park can be a real issue esp with smaller craft, your boat can take a beating if your not careful. There are unmarked reefs and rocks so be wary at all times. A screen gazebo is a must for me. Also good to have also extra tarps, good rain gear and a radio for weather if phone does not work and a good map.

I like to use 1 bullion cube and 1 TSP beef fat per jar.

One at Fleet Farm, think it’s Hunter’s Speciality. I’ve tried several kinds and all seems to work. A little bit on your rubber boot toe and heel. I swear by it.

Fox urine cover scent.Very good luck with it. Deer ( and cows)actually have followed my trail right to my tree several times. Curiosity scent?

They do charters out of Gils Rock and Bailey’s Harbor I know. Personally I have not. More numerous ones at Algoma, Sheboygan, Port Washington areas. Been to these.

Never fished it personally. Outdoor writer Gary Clancy said in an article once to fish it early and late and at night because of the clear water. Good Walleye lake.

Semi’s out west do it all the time. I thought it was strange.

I use the Leopold quick detach mount on my Omega. You can take scope off/on and it’s always dead on. This is handy for cleaning and when you can’t use it(rules).

Please add.

…DNR knows more than you think.

I hunted 347 very near 603 and saw plenty of deer. Corn would be my guess sad far as not seeing the numbers. I totally agree with Grouse. DNR knows more handsome you think.

Good rain gear,rubber knee boots. Double line all clothes and sleep bag.

Fishing 50-60ft, some 20-30 also worked.

I ended up in Port Washington with Harbor City Charters. Very good fishing.

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I recently bought some from FleetFarm can’t wait to try it.Very reasonable. The best jerky seasoning I have found is High Mountain original blend.

Secure your permit asap.

Thank you all again.Good info! The VNP site is helpful and it gives me an idea on what’s popular too as far as availability. The stone chimney on Stagles pt,West Sphunge Island was our cabin on Kabby.I remember catching a small mouth off the dock in late 70’s and my dad didn’t believe me! They were not around at all back then.

Xplorer,people usually use these forums to communicate,learn and share knowledge.

Ron wrote:

xplorer wrote:
Then why respond to the thread at all???? Because I want to discourage others from giving away their favorites, which also might be my favorites. And because I have as much right to respond to a post as you do.

. So you want others to be”selfish” like you?? We’re talking campsites here.lol I won’t ask for fishing spots or your favorite launch or resort cause I would hate to ruin your day…

Thanks all,good info. Sorry Ron,thanks for being honest lol. I have not camped in VNP in 8 yrs, went to a resort the last couple times- 4yrs ago. I won’t be going there a lot but like to revisit occasionally.

No time period as of yet.I am open to all areas. Wife and I to small group.
Family had a cabin on Kabetogama,have lots of memories and so I like to revisit the area and easier on the wife than BWCA.

I thought maybe people would hold out,perhaps a gps coord. to sway you??
Just kidding. Yes sand and protection from the westerly winds is a high priority for me. I heard N69 was cursed???? LOL

The first thing you have to do is figure out kinda when you want to go and securing your permit. A lot of entry points/dates are already taken. The Ely area is a good starting point with lots of options. For first timers it would not be a bad idea to talk to an outfitter ahead of time and explain what you want to do, they can give you a game plan/ideas/shuttle info etc. and also have an inside lane on permits and help you get one. Use as much of your own gear as possible to save money or if your outfitted you will kinda know what to buy/borrow if you decide this is for you. After you are more seasoned you will want to apply for permits yourself the first day you are allowed to. I know North Country Outfitters in Ely is a good outfitter and we pick up our permits there. There are many good outfitters in Ely,call around for info.
Good luck!

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