1. If you are new to Algonquin Park dont try to overdo it. Take your time and dont push it. Start off with a couple of days instead of doing a 7 day trip. You’ll enjoy more.
2. Pack only what you need. Dont over pack. You may think you need it but in the long run its one extra thing to carry and that weight can add up.
3. Eat the fresh meat in the first couple of days of your trip and freeze things like burgers, hot dogs. Stuff that freezes well. They will act like ice packs.
4. When going on a backpacking or canoe trip don’t take a cooler with you. Freeze dried foods are great and they dont weigh that much. Also take with you powdered juice mixes instead of premade due to the fact again they are lighter and easier to pack.
5. If you are renting a canoe and you’re going on a trip that has a lot of portages opt for the lightest canoe you can get. It will cost you more but in the long run you will enjoy not having sore muscles after a long day of portages. Featherweight Carbon/Kevlars are some of the lightest canoes you will find.
6. Lastly, enjoy the great outdoors. Take time to look at the scenery. Read a good book, listen to relaxing music on your iPod. Take the time to be alone with nature. If you want go for a quiet paddle at sunrise/sunset. That is the most relaxing time to canoe.
Enjoy your trip!
I am in the midst of planning a trip into the park – thought we could share links on our blogs? Sound good?
http://mungobah.blogspot.com/
Cheers,
Mungo
Yeah not a problem! Thanks!