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I use the Backroadmapbooks for here in Canada. I also search for camping on crown lands on the internet. I also talk to people in parking lots that have a rig that looks like they might have some good ideas. Usually with paper maps and landmarks to get around.

I Carry Nikon a D7300 and a D5300 I have been using Nikon for a long time and Still have 3 film bodies and a bunch of glass that works with both the 7300 and the film cameras. My thoughts on new camera, look for the features you want and make the best body selection you can within your range. I...

Welcome to the board. I spent most of my younger years in Western Michigan (GR). Now I am way west and a bit north. Then just keep going north cross the bridge. A little bit of everything. Though the Keweenaw was one of my favourite places to explore. The Upper Lower has gotten a bit more...

I had not thought about Coconut oil. That is a great idea. Will test it out in cooking before next trip. Manteca leads me to thinking I need to make tortillas and sopes on the next trip, I already have the cast iron griddle. Tequila yes that is in there too, but usually in its original...

A good read. I live in an area with both active black bear and cougar. I have only seen one bear when I was not in a car. I was on my bike ride to work and we shared a bit of trail together. I stopped, got off my bike put it between us, let him know I was there, He looked back but kept...

1. Check site, for suitability, animal sign, etc. 2. Pee 3. Just me and I have range text wife to let her know all is good. 2. Pitch tent, if it is just me it is a little thing if it is the family it is a small building. If son is with me. he sets up the inside of the tent. This configuration...

I have a set always in the kitchen box, salt, pepper, garlic powder, pepper flakes, and cinnamon all in original bottles. These get me through anything I need spur of the moment. But if I am planning a trip and a more extensive menu, I have a lock and lock that I put more spices in based on...

Waxed cotton duluth #2 for canoe trips for me. But on the roof I am using different size drybags, and boxes though I have not worked it all out yet. I found wind driven rain got under the flaps of the Duluth packs no matter what. On another note, @Road, the Isle Royale pack is one I really...

Shayd, Welcome from another new person on the board. Looks like a nice ride. I have been on VI for about 9 years but finally am having time to get more off the beaten path. Any recommendations, especially lower or mid island would be great.

Was wondering about that, Time to go to ebay.

I keep thinking an analog compass on the dash would be a nice thing to have. Something a little more than the window mount thing my grandfather had in his old Buick. The big steel box it would be mounted in would cause some issues I would think. I am not sure what would work, if anything, but...

I use a combination of repackaged and small store bottles. I always bring a bottle of Cholula and a bottle of Valentina, you see I live in a divided house. There are a variety of refillable resealable squeeze bottles that I had from backpacking, I use these for what ever the menu calls for...

New to the board. Have been on the island for almost 10 years have settled in Sooke. Looking forward to finding new places to explore and new ideas. Still working on bring my old Jeep back to complete life.

Cannot wait.

Hi all, My name is Jim. 1) Just finished a bunch of work and need to get a new photo. 2) Southern Tip of Vancouver Island BC, Canada 3) 97 Jeep XJ, mostly stock but renewed steering and suspension. 4) Novice overlander to the overland part. Avid back country paddling and hiking

Hey Jeremy, Will second, third? The things already mentioned. There is some amazing things to see North of Nanaimo as well. Though I am partial to south Island (Port Renfrew, Avatar Grove, Jordan River.) Do you surf? I would recommend coming through Port Angeles in Washington it will...