4 Day Solo Canoe Trip in Algonquin Park /Smoke Lake to Bonnechere Lake...Episode 1

[@kellycamps1477]

Molly is a very good canoe dog and she clearly loves the adventure. Glad to see someone else who likes cowboy coffee. Great video.

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Mollie is a great canoe Pooch... Thanks for watching Kelly

[@OxInTheWild]

I have only had one chance to come to Canada to canoe and it's been way too long ago. I was in Ontario as well, but not that part. I was near White Otter Lake and Attikokan. I love listening to and watching the loons. They quickly became my favorite bird. Your video is making me want to come back north.

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

There is always room for visitors in the North of Ontario... hope you make it back some day

[@4BlessingsFarm]

Great video, alot of beautiful scenery. Thanks for sharing

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Hi 4Blesings... Thanks for sopping by and supporting

[@KilldeerSurvival]

Boy that last camp site sure was set up. Beautiful views. HOW THAT'S LIVING!👋😁 God bless ya brother. 🙏

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks Killdeer It was a great site forsure... In Part 2 there is a camp site that is literally full of bear crap... Dennis

[@vicki4801]

I agree it was busy for the opening week this year. A lot of folks anxious to be on the water after the long winter, permits pushed back a couple of times, then pushing into the long weekend- the opening of the canoe season for so many, seemed to make for a log jam of canoeists, and the portage you were walking is a popular one. That said, I've been on those same lakes as you in September and not encountered another paddler. Last year we were on a 10 day trip in May (going in and out from an access point on the west side) and only saw other paddlers over the weekend portion of that trip. In 'busier' months we try to go mid-week to mid-week to beat the weekend crowds. Once, we were there in July, paddling in on a Tuesday, and Ragged Lake was empty as we paddled past campsites on the way through!! Moreso than that for us, we try to go in to more remote access points off of the highway 60 corridor. We've actually been the only car in the lot a few times :) I wanted to compliemtent your morning series @ 19:50. That was really nice, captured the feeling of the morning on the lake sweetly. Thanks. (Oh, and remember, no cans in the park, probably not a good idea to have them in your video either? )

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Hi Vikki. Thanks for dropping by and watching. you support is appreciated. I agree that I did go at a busy time forsure and the adventure was nothing less than spectacular. Honestly I was not aware of the can ban because as I mentioned in the video, I do not frequent Algonquin Park... I'm more of a crown land camper. However. I am and have always been a responsible camper (Pack it it... Pack MORE out) has always been my motto. Hope to see you back again... Dennis

[@DestinationsChronicles]

This isn't a solo adventure, you have Mollie with you and, yes, she does set off the cute alarm!! 😉 Enjoy the sun on your shoulders while you can! Mollie sleeps with you in the hammock? Love it! Wish I could take my boxer out on the water, but boxers are notorious for disliking water. Thank you for taking me along on your journey!

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Hey thanks so much for dropping by. I do appreciate it. You are right. Mollie makes a great companion and yes she is quite comfy in the hammock. Thanks again... Dennis

[@Jacksirrom]

impassably icy a week earlier and your dog is eagerly getting in the water, nice. crocs 4 ever, one of the all time footwear greats

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Mollie does not care if it is cold... me on the other hand... no way

[@AOKUrbanHomestead1]

Wow, that was awwsome. Can't wait for more

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Hey AOK... Thanks for taking the time to visit... so much Appreciated... Dennis

[@thecamocowboyoutdoors5693]

Well Dennis , I can see why this video is doing so good. One of the best I've seen. Beautifully shot and beautiful scenery! And yes, the steak looked delicious!

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks Camo... I appreciate the support. thanks for watching... Dennis

[@bankbeaterzoutdoors6185]

Good morning Dennis. 4 days 4 lakes? Ya I'm envious lol. I thought you got hooked up at the first camp site, but that second one? Get out. Thanks for taking us. ~Ken~

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Hey there Ken... Thank so much for watching... That was a fun trip especially for my first ever solo trip... the second episode was also a good watch... Dennis

[@chipwoods8323]

Thanks for documenting your trip. I was introduced to canoe tripping in the early 60’s at Onondaga Camp near Minden ON. We spent a lot of time in Algonquin and were always taught to never leave a trace. It’s disappointing to see hanging ropes, pans, grills etc left by previous campers. I haven’t been in the park for many years but wherever I go, I try to take out more than I brought in.You have a very special canine companion!

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks for sharing and yes Mollie is an awesome canoe partner... thanks for watching Chip

[@FortyBelowLife]

Great video! Amazing scenery! I love getting outdoors and playing in nature. Thanks for sharing and taking us along, Molly is so cute! Love the spatula you made😊

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks Guys... Appreciate the support and your time to watch... Dennis

[@mustang774]

What a wonderful adventure. Beautiful area. I've watched a few videos from these lakes before and now I am recognizing some of the portages and campsites. Love the Hennessy Hammock. That is what I use in many of my trips. Some great looking meals there too. I'm more of a crown lands camper too. I don't want to see other people when I'm camping.....Take care, Bluefin.

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Hey Bluefin... Thanks for watching. If you watch enough of these videos from various creators... you will never need to leave the couch... But I don't recommend that... get out and enjoy.

[@joysteward8785]

What a great trip, thanks for taking us with you 👍🌞

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks Joy... Mollie offers you a support hug... Thanks for watching... Dennis

[@Dublin12158]

Great video...thanks for sharing

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks for watching Colin. I appreciate the support... Dennis

[@Amablakrose]

I enjoyed watching this video. The camping grounds looks awesome and relaxing. Stay blessed

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks Ama. Appreciate the support

[@markmatheson603]

Just found the channel. I like it! Thanks for sharing

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Hi Mark... thanks for checking out my Channel... will return... Dennis

[@KirkHermary]

Wow my friend those are some scenic places on the water and land alike. As to which I would choose I think paddling around the peninsula instead of portaging. Great video brother!

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

And Paddle the peninsula I did. It was no nice. I would hev missed it if I portaged

[@KirkHermary]

@@CanoehoundAdventures I really like taking those detours and finding neat scenery, hidden trails, etc. 👍🏻

[@TylerWoodBushcraft]

Man dennis that canoe looks awsome very beautiful up there i cant wait for part 2

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks Tyler... it was so much fun

[@kristingrounds4163]

Great video!!! Algonquin park is so pretty I will get there one day!!!

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

You should!

[@TheHappyCanadian]

What a great video. I haven't been to Algonquin Park since 2004 & I do remember the lakes especially the ones that you mentioned. That is a fantastic chair & hope the rain wasn't to bad. 🙂

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks Man. Appreciate the visit and the comment. that was a very cool chair and well... the rain was the rain...lol... Dennis

[@NatureBound]

Just found your channel, looks like you had a great time. gotta love tons of bear scat at your camp lol. wow a timmies in the middle of Algonquin, now that's camping in style. I live in Bonnechere on the east, south east side of the park and i didn't know there was a Bonnechere lake in the park. Oh man that steak looks soooooooo good. Thanks for taking us along, looking forward to watching some more. Cheers Eric

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Hey there Nature Bound. Thanks for watching and for you support... Yup there is a Bonnechee Lake in Algonquin and it is a lovely lake... Dennis, Canoehound Adventures

[@truenorthangler]

Beautiful country up there brother. I used to camp at Lake of Two Rivers before the kids came along. Thanks for sharing your trip.

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks Man. Glad your enjoyed it. Part 2 will be up on Friday

[@SpicyLady]

Aww, so cool canoeing Sir, i love that hobby

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks for the View Spicy Lady , your support is appreciated

[@StyNorth]

Absolutely great video!!! Day two, awesome water conditions, great campsite, Great dinner, no fishing!? Loved every minute of the two times I watched it! That area looks so much like Boundary Waters Canoe Area in Northern Minnesota I thought I was in my old paddling grounds. The BWCA restricts the number of paddlers allowed in the area so you don't see very many folks and campsites are very dispersed. I would, at times, not see another person for 2 to 4 days. I can't wait to see Episode 2!!!!!!!! BTW: I bet Molly makes a great bunk warmer :)

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks Sty for watching...just posted part 2 just in time for the lunch rush. Hope you enjoy it my friend... Loved your mail Haul Video... Andy is awesome... Dennis

[@tannercooper7523]

Man, That environment looks epic, cant wait for part 2 brother.

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks TC...Appreciate the support as always... Part 2 likely on Thursday

[@lovelylisawarriorqueen7923]

Looks so relaxing and peaceful, I think Molly approved.

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks Lisa. I appreciate the support. Mollie did have a great time.

[@Woodswalker1965]

That last campsite was epic, and the meal👍🔥🍻

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

You know Wade... nothing like a Prime Steak on a canoe trip.. Dennis

[@nibimocs]

Out of shape man with his dog on a canoe trip. What's not to like about that? ;-) ... Enjoyed this and looking forward to part 2. thanks for taking us along.

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Hey Man... Thanks so much for watching. I really appreciate the support... How is your canoe coming along with the repairs?... Dennis

[@nibimocs]

@@CanoehoundAdventures the repairs haven't really started yet. Jim had to order cloth and epoxy. Expects to receive it this week. In the meantime, he has it mostly sanded ready to start glassing once he has everything.

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

well hope to see you out in you canoe at some point this summer... at least he loaned you one but it is never the same as having your own baby ;-)

[@nibimocs]

@@CanoehoundAdventures Definitely not the same as having my own baby ;-) ... haven't had a chance to paddle yet anyway. Lousy weather and bad timing on the few nice days we have had. Don't know if I'll get a chance to even paddle the loaner at this rate.

[@tjmorrison1909]

Love your channel !

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks Thomas... I appreciate you dropping by and watching... Dennis

[@paddlehooked4687]

Heading out that way in the morning. Seems like we’ve done a lot of the same trips. Last spring I stayed at the same site you and some friends were at in Noganosh on the island, if I recall, you guys made a nice bow saw which was still there. I picked up a mesh from Grand Trunk that has a floor and goes around my hammock so my dog is with me but not in the hammock. Something you may want to consider, although Molly looked awfully comfy with you in the hammock. Thanks for sharing!

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Have a great trip. Pretty cool that the Bow saw was still there. Bear Island is a great campsite

[@MrTatts64]

Looks like you both had a great time there Dennis. Nice one mate :)

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks Andy. I appreciate the support

[@FreakofNature1]

Enjoying steak on a throne, love it! Great video!

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Yes Stesk On the Throne... I still dream of that moment

[@618bushcraft]

Ah, Algonquin Park! I've seen Mr. Joe go there a lot and I'm just as jealous watching your video as I was the first time I saw footage of Algonquin, beautiful!!!! I really want a canoe but I just don't think it'll be able to happen this year.

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks 618 appreciate the visit... Algonquin is an awesome place but it is just a little to populated for my liking

[@BURNWOODBUSHCRAFT]

awesome trip man! now that's a big steak! oh man. good stuff!

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks Burnwood... not only was it a big steak but it was delish. thanks for dropping by and for supporting my channel

[@aboley5]

Can't wait to get out!

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks Aaron. Sorry, this comment slipped through the cracks somehow so I thought I would thank you for watching... better late than never... Dennis, Canoehound Adventures

[@REAPERMILITIAOUTDOORS]

Awesome man beautiful out there. Yeah alone is better but like ya said for safety reasons also handy lol.👊💀

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

u know it for sure Reaper Thanks for taking the time to visit and watch... just uploaded part 2... Dennis

[@Matthiasoutdoorliving]

HI, I am new here, and I been meaning to get out on a lake, and I will keep watching

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Hi There . Thanks for the visit. if you ever find the opportunity give canoeing or kayaking a try...

[@OpenAirOutdoors]

I couldn’t agree with you more about the crown land thing. Isn’t that prospector 14 just a fantastic boat? I got mine trimmed in ash with the adjustable seat, a purchase I’ll never regret. But those foot pegs, I wish I had them. On those all day paddles I can just imagine the extra comfort!

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

I absolutely love my canoe... so comfortable, manuverable and light... Certainly the best canoe I have ever owned... Thanks for watching. Dennis

[@stevenhogg7869]

Great content on your channel. Molly's a great camping partner!!!

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks for watching. Yes Mollie is a special dog and she does make a great Partner on my trips

[@bucktalesoutdoors7566]

So much to like about this video Dennis. I get what you say about being alone in wild places, but you were able to capture the essence of the park without a lot of human interaction. Interesting to me that the people you did encounter on your second portage were all “older types” . Guys that appreciate the wild and the beauty of nature ( harvesting that burl some some cool project no doubt) Cowboy Coffee w/ Fireball, thick juicy steak, a beer a day..... now that’s roughing it in style. Thanks for sharing ....oh yeah, love the new canoe.

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks for the support Buck Tales. It is truly appreciated. This was a great little trip to shake off the winter spring blues... FYI the second part of the video will be out on Friday

[@bucktalesoutdoors7566]

Canoehound Adventures looking forward to it.

[@AFamilyOutdoors]

Awesome canoe, short carry or not first time I had to Portage I would die! Nice to see the wildlife when you go. Thanks for sharing

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks Man, I appreciate the support as always.... Dennis

[@RedefineLiving]

My dog loves my canoe. Man I really need to do an adventure soon. Looks fun man.

[@RedefineLiving]

Killer camp spot.

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Hi There. Thanks for the visit and for watching my video. Part 2 will be posted on Friday. Your support is appreciated. Dennis

[@dwrivers47]

Hi Dennis, new sub. I’m the ‘buddy’ from Jason Eke’s last YT Algonquin video. Enjoyable video, keep up the great job. By the way, love Molly!

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Hey Derek... Thanks for dropping by. I appreciate the support. You guys looked like you had a great time and your baking skills killed it... I need to get me one of those outback ovens...Dennis... AKA, Canoehound

[@BeastlyIronworks]

Oh my God brother so many comments I can do on this fantastic video! I don't even know where to start. The view, your canoe, the fact that your out of shape, or threat poor Mollie had to wait for her steak! Misbehaving daddy. Lol. Great video brother I want to see more!

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks Dave for the comments and the support. I really appreciate it.... Part 2 on Friday... Dennis

[@EverythingSpicy]

We've done the rifle river here in Michigan

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

I will certainly need to check that out

[@jimfraser9898]

going to have a steak on the Barbie tonight for sure!

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

sounds like aplan to me

[@jeffersoneinstein9641]

That looks like an awesome time for sure and the good news is, the pack will keep getting lighter the better you eat :} Thank you Dennis, take care

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks for the visit Jefferson. Your support and YT friendship is much appreciated... Friday part 2 will be posted.

[@SieraTheChosenOne]

Great!

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thank you. Your support is appreciated... Canoehound

[@Bwizzle89]

Nice 👍

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks for the visit

[@DrenalinAdventures]

Nice video Dennis. Cheers.

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks Scott... loved the trip you and griff did... looked way more intense than my trip...lol

[@MrTatts64]

There you go Dennis. Topped your grand in a couple of days :)

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks Andy. Sorry, this comment slipped through the cracks somehow so I thought I would thank you for watching... better late than never... Dennis, Canoehound Adventures

[@cephasmcpher67peteroutdoorspip]

I live in the States and have never been to Algonquin but I have seen enough videos of the park that I actually RECOGNIZE some of the sites and portages from one video to the next. . lol. But I never get tired of it. Some day I'll get off the waters down here and travel north. Do you have to be a Canadian Resident to access Crown Land?

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Hi Peter... Thanks for watching and for your support. Algonquin is a beautiful place, and to camp there, everyone needs to purchase a camp day use permit from one of the several park offices.... as for actual Crown Land Camping... no permit is required but if you are fishing, be sure to have a valid Ontario Fishing Licence... Dennis... AKA, Canoehound

[@leegrubb6753]

Looks like you two ad fun! IMHO: I wish your partner had a life vest on. ENJOY!!!

[@leegrubb6753]

Sorry did I miss her vest?

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Itry to put a life vest on Mollie anytime we are going more that 50ft from shore. but on that note... she is an incredible swimmer

[@walt9940]

Let grab a coffee, and I'll join you on this one. :)

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Hi Walt... thanks for watching. I really appreciate the support... Dennis, AKA, Canoehound

[@inthewoodswithbigfoot3941]

Awesome trip and canoe Brother! Thanks for sharing! I sent you an e-mail.

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Thanks Jon... I will get back to you by email tomorrow with a few questions so I can get you pricing

[@inthewoodswithbigfoot3941]

@@CanoehoundAdventures Thanks Man! No great rush.

[@roberthansen8483]

What size & brand of double paddle are you using. I’m alway slopping water in my canoe

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Werner is the brand and i believe it is a 220 length... I still get drips in my canoe though but not a lot.

[@roberthansen8483]

Thanks so much. I really enjoy your program. I’m 70, second year of canoeing in Alberta. Venturing into Saskatchewan this year

[@RonOrud]

You need hammock lessons fro Shug. He knows how to stay warm.

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Been there , done that... Shug has been a guest on my show a couple of times. Thanks for watching Ron

[@RonOrud]

@@CanoehoundAdventuresI know he was on at least once. Your lack of underquilt had me figuring you were going to ha e a cold night.

[@xjeepmanx]

Just got my sportspal.last week. Do you have any good spots in Niagara area.

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Hi Xjeepmamx... in Niagara we only have day paddle ventures... not really many overnight opportunities. That is why I head north so often.

[@xjeepmanx]

@@CanoehoundAdventures heading to byng provincial park tomorrow for first trip...I have a cabin near south river .hoping the black flies die off soon so I can get there

[@bilbilya]

i would paddle !

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

And you should Paddle...

[@jackrogers2468]

thats a steak and a half boy

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

Mine... all mine...Mmmm

[@BuhhaDog]

Am to big I’ll would knock canoe down

[@CanoehoundAdventures]

You would be surprised... the canoe is built for bigger bodies