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Title: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Hodgey1 on July 14, 2019, 11:22:11 AM
Our group is less than two weeks from Our trip to the Alwaki area of Kipawa. Having read many posts here over the last few years, I see a lot of you take at least one day, or part of the day to take a tour and explore. This is my 5th trip and I have not done really any exploring...... My bad. I find relaxing in between the best fishing times very enjoyable.

I am contemplating taking a day off this year and going on a boat-a-bout ;D My question to all of you is, if you were going to take a day to explore, where would you suggest I go? As a side note, I do enjoy swimming, so a sandy area to swim might be nice.

I have been up through the shoot and not sure the name of the area, but i went once up past whispering pines to the right across that lake and through a bit of a river type passing that took me to another larger body of water that had some sandy areas.
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Jay Thomas on July 14, 2019, 04:34:44 PM
I have read on this forum that many folks who took the time to visit Le Canal have been very happy they did. According to Google, Le Canal is between 12 and 13 miles north west of Alwaki (run the west side of Ile McKenzie and then go north east from Ile Clermont).

Jay
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: crackers42 on July 14, 2019, 05:42:57 PM
Up through hunters lake then around through north river damm and back around up to hunters point then turn around and back through turtle camp

Other side of north river dam has some sand beaches for a swim
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: T-Bone on July 14, 2019, 06:07:07 PM
Quote from: crackers42 on July 14, 2019, 05:42:57 PM
Up through hunters lake then around through north river damm and back around up to hunters point then turn around and back through turtle camp

Other side of north river dam has some sand beaches for a swim

x2. Good little trip there. Watch the rocks at Grants Pass.
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Rico on July 15, 2019, 07:16:33 AM
Quote from: T-Bone on July 14, 2019, 06:07:07 PM
Quote from: crackers42 on July 14, 2019, 05:42:57 PM
Up through hunters lake then around through north river damm and back around up to hunters point then turn around and back through turtle camp

Other side of north river dam has some sand beaches for a swim

x2. Good little trip there. Watch the rocks at Grants Pass.
x3. I've done this trip several times. You will not be disappointed.
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: son of melvin on July 15, 2019, 01:28:57 PM
One vote here for a trip to the abandoned church at Hunter's Point.  Very cool spot.  Head to Whispering Pines but this time go to the left instead of right. 
Along the way as you head NW there are a few beaches on your right hand side.  They are all nice but one of them is particularly inviting, you'll know it when you see it  :D

Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Fort Wisers on July 17, 2019, 06:41:49 AM
Another vote for the old church, we did it a few years ago by canoe (starting at the bearn road bridge) and tent camped on the large beach @son of melvin is referring to. Time permitting, we’ll do this trip again. Here’s our trip report from that adventure:
http://kipawafishingforum.net/index.php?topic=434.0

Canal bay is also great and the little island just south west of the opening to canal bay offers a great beach for swimming and excellent docking for your boat.
A little further east of canal bay, heading north of ile fox and going up the channel towards 3 seasons camps is an interesting boat trip as well, just watch for rocks and shallow spots, especially just as you enter the channel near ile fox.
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: T-Bone on July 17, 2019, 08:26:43 AM
The proposed trip by Crackers would include a stop at the church (Hunter's Point).

We did the Canal Bay trip last year and stopped at the island near the entrance for lunch. Nice spot...quite a few people there it seemed though. Has grills, port-a-jons (I think my buddy Zbas called them 'thundershacks'), nice swimming area, good docks.

Canal Bay is cool...should go see it on one of your trips this year.

Won't be long now. Leeches pre-ordered, pick-up time scheduled, all gear packed and ready. All we need to do now is get the food.

8...
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Hodgey1 on July 17, 2019, 12:12:37 PM
That's a lot of great input! I will consult with my posse on their thoughts. The canal and church both sound like something I want to do.

Thanks everyone for chiming in!
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Ozzy30 on July 17, 2019, 12:28:05 PM
If heading to the church watch turtle dam.  Might be calmer now but was pretty fast when I went through a few weeks ago.
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Hodgey1 on July 17, 2019, 01:40:43 PM
I need a map showing all these cool places :-\ Oh and the areas of outdrive concern :(

Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: T-Bone on July 17, 2019, 02:06:53 PM
Lot's of places on this map with 'outdrive' concern, but waaaaay too many to mark-up.

(http://i64.tinypic.com/35d57at.jpg)
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Hodgey1 on July 17, 2019, 02:14:29 PM
Nearly Perfect T. Thanks.

Is there a way to make that Google map public and interactive, so that others could add sites and points of interest to it?
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Hodgey1 on July 17, 2019, 03:14:28 PM
I created this as a possible way/Beta test for people to add points of interest and of concern. If you are google map savvy at all, this should be easy "I hope".

Here is a collaborative map I created on Google Maps, please follow link and add any points of interest or concern to the map. I will post at the "Sticky" Landmarks and destinations thread also.

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing (https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing)
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Hodgey1 on July 17, 2019, 03:36:45 PM
Quote from: Hodgey1 on July 17, 2019, 03:14:28 PM
I created this as a possible way/Beta test for people to add points of interest and of concern. If you are google map savvy at all, this should be easy "I hope".

Here is a collaborative map I created on Google Maps, please follow link and add any points of interest or concern to the map. I will post at the "Sticky" Landmarks and destinations thread also.

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing (https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing)

I've added some of the locations, all of you have mentioned to me and seems pretty simple to add locations.
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Gordo2270 on July 17, 2019, 04:59:21 PM
Quote from: Hodgey1 on July 17, 2019, 03:14:28 PM
I created this as a possible way/Beta test for people to add points of interest and of concern. If you are google map savvy at all, this should be easy "I hope".

Here is a collaborative map I created on Google Maps, please follow link and add any points of interest or concern to the map. I will post at the "Sticky" Landmarks and destinations thread also.

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing (https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing)

sent uou a request to share map....can't add any points

Gord
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Hodgey1 on July 17, 2019, 08:16:26 PM
Quote from: Gordo2270 on July 17, 2019, 04:59:21 PM
Quote from: Hodgey1 on July 17, 2019, 03:14:28 PM
I created this as a possible way/Beta test for people to add points of interest and of concern. If you are google map savvy at all, this should be easy "I hope".

Here is a collaborative map I created on Google Maps, please follow link and add any points of interest or concern to the map. I will post at the "Sticky" Landmarks and destinations thread also.

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing (https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing)

sent uou a request to share map....can't add any points

Gord

Sorry everyone, I had to change a map setting to allow anyone here to edit, please try again.

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing (https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing)
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Gordo2270 on July 17, 2019, 08:45:34 PM
Quote from: Hodgey1 on July 17, 2019, 08:16:26 PM
Quote from: Gordo2270 on July 17, 2019, 04:59:21 PM
Quote from: Hodgey1 on July 17, 2019, 03:14:28 PM
I created this as a possible way/Beta test for people to add points of interest and of concern. If you are google map savvy at all, this should be easy "I hope".

Here is a collaborative map I created on Google Maps, please follow link and add any points of interest or concern to the map. I will post at the "Sticky" Landmarks and destinations thread also.

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing (https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing)

sent uou a request to share map....can't add any points

Gord

Sorry everyone, I had to change a map setting to allow anyone here to edit, please try again.

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing (https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing)

working   great job
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Hodgey1 on July 18, 2019, 10:38:55 AM
Wow, some people have been busy. 63 views and probably 50ish additions! I think we've stumbled on a winner of a concept. If you haven't yet looked, please do. Thanks to whom ever is doing the adding and embracing the concept, it will be very helpful to me, not knowing the Lake as well as some of you.

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing (https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing)

Once proved out to work well, I will add to the sticky "Landmarks and destinations" started by @Greg.
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Captain Hali on July 18, 2019, 11:21:14 AM
Hodgey1, great idea and job on the map. Thanks.
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Paul on July 18, 2019, 12:44:30 PM
Great Map
Helps us newbies exploring Kipawa
Good timing for my trip next week to TBL

Safe Travels!
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Gordo2270 on July 18, 2019, 02:55:17 PM
Quote from: Hodgey1 on July 18, 2019, 10:38:55 AM
Wow, some people have been busy. 63 views and probably 50ish additions! I think we've stumbled on a winner of a concept. If you haven't yet looked, please do. Thanks to whom ever is doing the adding and embracing the concept, it will be very helpful to me, not knowing the Lake as well as some of you.

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing (https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing)

Once proved out to work well, I will add to the sticky "Landmarks and destinations" started by @Greg.

Maps looking great....one spot I can't find that I saw in a video is Sawmill Bay...any idea

Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: T-Bone on July 18, 2019, 03:11:02 PM
In 20-years going to Kipawa and being part of (3) generations of this Board I've never heard a location called 'Sawmill Bay'. Doesn't mean it is not real, but maybe just referred to as another name.

Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Gordo2270 on July 18, 2019, 03:27:37 PM
Quote from: T-Bone on July 18, 2019, 03:11:02 PM
In 20-years going to Kipawa and being part of (3) generations of this Board I've never heard a location called 'Sawmill Bay'. Doesn't mean it is not real, but maybe just referred to as another name.

T-Bone

here is video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgUre6mBHjQ

I can't find it also and did a lot of searching

Gord
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: puckster_guy on July 18, 2019, 04:22:20 PM
Great map Hodgey. I only know as far as Grindstone. Awesome fishing between Red Pine and there. It's good to see areas you guys talk about. One of these days I'll pack a couple of bottles of gas and a tent and check out some of these places.
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: RHYBAK on July 18, 2019, 04:27:40 PM
I'm sure all of us have our own name for certain fishing spots to keep them secret and that might be the case here.

Like lost Lake
Or Lake X

Or Lake Noneofyourbusiness
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: T-Bone on July 18, 2019, 07:27:55 PM
If I put the name of some of our spots out there it would get removed from the Board.  :o
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: RoK on July 19, 2019, 09:43:30 AM
Great map. Thanks! Perhaps the admins can pin this so its always present.
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Ira on July 19, 2019, 10:49:23 AM
This will be a great help for us, as we're heading to Kipawa for the first time next year. Now we'll at least have an idea of what folks are talking about.

Thanks!!
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: T-Bone on July 19, 2019, 11:06:53 AM
Well, it's pretty clear they're going through North River Dam to get there as they mention getting into Lac Audoin. I'm familiar with most of Lac Audoin, but not so much that SE area off the tip of Turtle Island. My guess is the bay NE of Grant's Pass, but I've never fished there and have never heard of it referred to it as Sawmill Bay. I guess Wayne could confirm...he's on the Board from time to time.
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Gordo2270 on July 19, 2019, 01:22:46 PM
Quote from: T-Bone on July 19, 2019, 11:06:53 AM
Well, it's pretty clear they're going through North River Dam to get there as they mention getting into Lac Audoin. I'm familiar with most of Lac Audoin, but not so much that SE area off the tip of Turtle Island. My guess is the bay NE of Grant's Pass, but I've never fished there and have never heard of it referred to it as Sawmill Bay. I guess Wayne could confirm...he's on the Board from time to time.

T-Bone

yes i think you are correct...

thanks

Gord
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: T-Bone on July 19, 2019, 02:08:56 PM
I would caution this 'topo map view' as illustrated does NOT include many of the islands I know are present...some of them small...some not so small. This could throw you off if you're trying to use this for navigation or from a "near this area" perspective, but in total this map has a LOT of information on it to go by.
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Hodgey1 on July 19, 2019, 02:26:06 PM
Quote from: T-Bone on July 19, 2019, 02:08:56 PM
I would caution this 'topo map view' as illustrated does NOT include many of the islands I know are present...some of them small...some not so small. This could throw you off if you're trying to use this for navigation or from a "near this area" perspective, but in total this map has a LOT of information on it to go by.

Good points T.

This map is beyond helpful to me, I have heard/read about all these place and never have a clue where the heck they are in relationship to Alwaki. Thumbs way up to all of the contributors so far!

Somebody please call Google or Canada and have them update the satellite images please :D

Map Link: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing (https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing)
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Fort Wisers on July 19, 2019, 02:52:25 PM
Wow, wow, great work! Nice idea in the first place @Hodgey1
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: GregL on July 19, 2019, 03:04:04 PM
Quote from: Hodgey1 on July 19, 2019, 02:26:06 PM
Quote from: T-Bone on July 19, 2019, 02:08:56 PM
I would caution this 'topo map view' as illustrated does NOT include many of the islands I know are present...some of them small...some not so small. This could throw you off if you're trying to use this for navigation or from a "near this area" perspective, but in total this map has a LOT of information on it to go by.

Good points T.

This map is beyond helpful to me, I have heard/read about all these place and never have a clue where the heck they are in relationship to Alwaki. Thumbs way up to all of the contributors so far!

Somebody please call Google or Canada and have them update the satellite images please :D

Map Link: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing (https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing)

I was in the same boat Hodgey1!! not now thanks to your idea.. good man!! Thank you to all the contributors!
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: T-Bone on July 19, 2019, 03:04:25 PM
Hodgey is full of something...that's for sure...but this is an award-winning idea....way overdue and so useful to all. Dare I say, an inspired idea, an award winning idea. First Bleue on me at Au Bercail a week from now...

I just left a message for Canada...hope to get a call back here shortly.  :o

Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Hodgey1 on July 19, 2019, 03:27:29 PM
Quote from: T-Bone on July 19, 2019, 03:04:25 PM
First Bleue on me at Au Bercail a week from now...

Sweet...………….. Blue me Please!

Thanks everyone for the nice comments, Google has made it pretty easy for us.
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: crackers42 on July 19, 2019, 05:41:07 PM
We actual have a top map that includes “most” sicken rocks that unfortunately are known by locals because we have taken off a pro or bottom end on them

Will try to look locate it as there are a few up through Audoin and quite a few puckster up past red pine

Whatever you do when you go through north river stay way to the left before audoin and stay to the left up through the river
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Hodgey1 on July 19, 2019, 08:27:45 PM
Quote from: crackers42 on July 19, 2019, 05:41:07 PM
We actual have a top map that includes “most” sicken rocks that unfortunately are known by locals because we have taken off a pro or bottom end on them

Will try to look locate it as there are a few up through Audoin and quite a few puckster up past red pine

Whatever you do when you go through north river stay way to the left before audoin and stay to the left up through the river
Thanks @crackers42, let me know if you find it.

Please, anyone with information/maps/memories of Prop-Buster & other hazards in the lake, mark them best you can on the collaborative map project. Also, anyone who may not be tech savvy, with information that they would like added, I can do it for you.

This is a valuable map for non-residents of the area, particularly, for possibly reducing damage to camp and private boats. For those tech challenge, please send me whatever information you want added and I will do it for you.
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: smitty55 on July 20, 2019, 12:06:32 AM
Quote from: T-Bone on July 19, 2019, 02:08:56 PM
I would caution this 'topo map view' as illustrated does NOT include many of the islands I know are present...some of them small...some not so small. This could throw you off if you're trying to use this for navigation or from a "near this area" perspective, but in total this map has a LOT of information on it to go by.

That's the first thing I noticed too, for example the small islands as you go through the shortcut aren't there and after going up Turtle chute it doesn't even show the right side of the island as water. A member on fish-hawk set up a similar resource for shore fishing spots. For sure no one should even think about using this for anything but putting a name to an area of the waterway. Apart from that it's a great resource for members here to access, wtg Hodgey.

Cheers

Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Hodgey1 on July 20, 2019, 10:29:17 AM
Quote from: smitty55 on July 20, 2019, 12:06:32 AM
Quote from: T-Bone on July 19, 2019, 02:08:56 PM
I would caution this 'topo map view' as illustrated does NOT include many of the islands I know are present...some of them small...some not so small. This could throw you off if you're trying to use this for navigation or from a "near this area" perspective, but in total this map has a LOT of information on it to go by.

That's the first thing I noticed too, for example the small islands as you go through the shortcut aren't there and after going up Turtle chute it doesn't even show the right side of the island as water. A member on fish-hawk set up a similar resource for shore fishing spotsFor sure no one should even think about using this for anything but putting a name to an area of the waterway. Apart from that it's a great resource for members here to access, wtg Hodgey.

Cheers
Thanks @smitty55 , I completely agree with you and @T-Bone pointing that out. My idea for this, was never intended to be for true navigation, more about pointing out points of interest and areas of concern.

Like I had mentioned before, part of my living is map making for a utility, using GIS software. If I can get my hands on a Good scalable USGS type map, I will transfer the data on to it, then scan it on my large format scanner at work and post here for all to use and download.

Hidden gems under the water worry me for both camp boats and my own. I would really like the mapping to morph into marking areas of prop concern as much as anything. I have labeled two spots I have encountered while at Kipawa on the map, that have no markers. One is a small island just east of Alwaki, on its west side are rocks that come up close to the surface. The other is at Grant Pass. If you look at the rocks there on the east side, there’s gray paint from my Lund........ >:(

I know the Owners of the Outfitters, Like Alwaki and Kipawa Lodge, could benefit from a map showing danger zones. I will speak to Brian while there next week and collaborate on marking up a map with his vast knowledge of the area. I will PM Kipawa Lodge and make the same request, I know this isn’t the right time of the year, cause they’re both busy folk, but at least get the seed planted as a winter project possibly.
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Greg on July 21, 2019, 05:41:16 PM
I love it, thanks for this Hodgey!

I will try to put on some "prop buster" rocks I am aware of also.

Greg
(just back and still tired... trip report in the works)
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: smitty55 on July 21, 2019, 08:58:49 PM
Quote from: Greg on July 21, 2019, 05:41:16 PM
I love it, thanks for this Hodgey!

I will try to put on some "prop buster" rocks I am aware of also.

Greg
(just back and still tired... trip report in the works)

I hope your reports contains another turtle chute run, some good hazards there if not on plane.

Cheers
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Greg on July 21, 2019, 09:21:25 PM
Ha, it will, I will try to get the video from my buddies phone, it looked great.   

We went through the chute at least 5 times this week - I caught the trips largest walleye up there with a 24 inch measure... got a picture of that also...

We had 2 newbies this week - they were like "whhhhaaaat are you about to do?   whaaaat are you doing?"  then zoooom and it was over.

Wind played a pretty nasty part also - went up there Thursday evening, wind was strong and hit a strong gust and turned the nose a little to the right... made me pucker a little...  Brian at Alwaki did tell me one of the local cottagers close to the chute took some dynamite to it to help out a little.
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: smitty55 on July 21, 2019, 11:18:31 PM
Quote from: Greg on July 21, 2019, 09:21:25 PM
Ha, it will, I will try to get the video from my buddies phone, it looked great.   

We went through the chute at least 5 times this week - I caught the trips largest walleye up there with a 24 inch measure... got a picture of that also...

We had 2 newbies this week - they were like "whhhhaaaat are you about to do?   whaaaat are you doing?"  then zoooom and it was over.

Wind played a pretty nasty part also - went up there Thursday evening, wind was strong and hit a strong gust and turned the nose a little to the right... made me pucker a little...  Brian at Alwaki did tell me one of the local cottagers close to the chute took some dynamite to it to help out a little.

Dynamite!!! Wow I guess you'd have to be a local to get away with that. If I recall there's one huge boulder at the top that would be a good target.

So I'm looking forward to your report and the chute run.
For those that haven't seen this yet or enjoy the rerun like I do, here's Greg's 2106 run after visiting Lac Audoin and heading back to Alwaki.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=4&v=LrNQbZimFmc

Cheers
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Gordo2270 on July 21, 2019, 11:29:18 PM
Quote from: smitty55 on July 21, 2019, 11:18:31 PM
Quote from: Greg on July 21, 2019, 09:21:25 PM
Ha, it will, I will try to get the video from my buddies phone, it looked great.   

We went through the chute at least 5 times this week - I caught the trips largest walleye up there with a 24 inch measure... got a picture of that also...

We had 2 newbies this week - they were like "whhhhaaaat are you about to do?   whaaaat are you doing?"  then zoooom and it was over.

Wind played a pretty nasty part also - went up there Thursday evening, wind was strong and hit a strong gust and turned the nose a little to the right... made me pucker a little...  Brian at Alwaki did tell me one of the local cottagers close to the chute took some dynamite to it to help out a little.



Dynamite!!! Wow I guess you'd have to be a local to get away with that. If I recall there's one huge boulder at the top that would be a good target.

So I'm looking forward to your report and the chute run.
For those that haven't seen this yet or enjoy the rerun like I do, here's Greg's 2106 run after visiting Lac Audoin and heading back to Alwaki.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=4&v=LrNQbZimFmc

Cheers

Guys

Can you copy and paste the you tube video to the map...i would but not sure of the location

thks

Gord
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Hodgey1 on July 22, 2019, 07:58:25 AM
Quote from: Gordo2270 on July 21, 2019, 11:29:18 PM
Can you copy and paste the you tube video to the map...i would but not sure of the location

Done Gordo. Click on the Turtle Chute marker to open and see the link.
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Hodgey1 on July 22, 2019, 08:09:02 AM
Quote from: Gordo2270 on July 21, 2019, 11:29:18 PM
Can you copy and paste the you tube video to the map...i would but not sure of the location

Gordo, you just came up with another benefit to the collaborative map! I posted the video link of @Greg  running the chute and now I'm thinking of taking some photos of points of interest and concern and posting them also.
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: T-Bone on July 22, 2019, 10:58:41 AM
Cool add to the map, for sure. I would contend though that anyone not intimately familiar with both the chute and the channel into or out of Lac Audoin take it a LOT slower than Greg. A foot or two off the proper line and you'll take out a skeg and maybe a transom going at that speed...or any meaningful speed really. I speak from experience. Someone may see that video and think it's ok for them to go through there like that.

If I were in Greg's boat that day I would have asked him politely to take it easy...it's thrilling, but the risk would be too high for my taste. I just think we need to be careful when sharing information like this...err on the side of caution.
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: CaptainCrappie on July 22, 2019, 12:49:31 PM
Amen T-Bone!  Never in my wildest dreams would I ever do that!  I've hit stuff a time or two just idling around that necessitated a skivvie check. My gonads are not considered a size large enough to do that!

C.C.
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Greg on July 22, 2019, 01:16:06 PM
I agree also - I was taught by a 25 year veteran of Kipawa who's father-in-law worked on the lake and was a lifer who taught him.

If you are not sure slow down and take it easy - put someone at the front of the boat (with good polarized sunglasses) and watch your Sonar/GPS for sudden depth changes regularly.

I've gone through the chute at least 10 times each season - if not 12 or 14 times - and I would never call myself an expert but I am definitely experienced... And in some cases - being up on plane gives you more room - to slow down in that area could cost you that skeg or lower end.  Find the balance you are comfortable with and drive with confidence.

Lots of drone videos of me going through the chute (birds eye view) are available - I put the link in last year's trip report - I just haven't uploaded any to You Tube.

Greg
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: smitty55 on July 22, 2019, 01:32:01 PM
Quote from: T-Bone on July 22, 2019, 10:58:41 AM
Cool add to the map, for sure. I would contend though that anyone not intimately familiar with both the chute and the channel into or out of Lac Audoin take it a LOT slower than Greg. A foot or two off the proper line and you'll take out a skeg and maybe a transom going at that speed...or any meaningful speed really. I speak from experience. Someone may see that video and think it's ok for them to go through there like that.

If I were in Greg's boat that day I would have asked him politely to take it easy...it's thrilling, but the risk would be too high for my taste. I just think we need to be careful when sharing information like this...error on the side of caution.
The one problem with that is that you absolutely need to be on full plane or else barely putting or you will more likely end up banging bottom, specially with a larger boat. I keep thinking back to that day when a large inboard got towed in to Alwaki without a lower unit when he tried to go through the chute at too low a speed.
I totally agree that one would want to learn the run first, but also need to realize that sometimes going slower can actually be more of a risk with your boat sitting lower in the water. Of course all of this can be dependent on water levels.

It would be good to hear Greg's take on this.
Edit: Looks like I was hitting post just as Greg was replying.

Cheers
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Fort Wisers on July 23, 2019, 06:48:35 AM
Hey gang,
Should a link to this new map be included in the pinned "Lake Kipawa Map" thread?
Just a thought.....
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Hodgey1 on July 23, 2019, 07:17:48 AM
Hey @Fort Wisers ,

It's my thought to use the current thread and hyper link as a beta test. Then once it all seemed to work and make sense, to then add the link to the Sticky threads.

I believe this map is working well "so far" and going to be a benefit to many as a resource for all the cool destination to be found within Kipawa!

Map Link: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing (https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing)
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Fort Wisers on July 23, 2019, 07:33:10 AM
Morning @Hodgey1,

Yeah that makes sense. Before we return to camp I’ll see if we can dig out some photos that might be of use to you as well as per one of your previous posts.
Keep up the great work! It is indeed working well.....
Cheers
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Hodgey1 on July 23, 2019, 07:45:24 AM
Quote from: Fort Wisers on July 23, 2019, 07:33:10 AM
Morning @Hodgey1,

I’ll see if we can dig out some photos that might be of use to you as well as per one of your previous posts.


Thanks FW, its Map Geek Fun  8) Please do look for photos, they would be a great addition to locations.
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Fort Wisers on July 23, 2019, 09:21:19 AM
Quote from: Hodgey1 on July 23, 2019, 07:45:24 AM
Quote from: Fort Wisers on July 23, 2019, 07:33:10 AM
Morning @Hodgey1,

I’ll see if we can dig out some photos that might be of use to you as well as per one of your previous posts.


Thanks FW, its Map Geek Fun  8) Please do look for photos, they would be a great addition to locations.

Good map geek fun indeed!
Leaving for camp in a few minutes! When we get back I'll start adding as per our conversation.....
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: GregL on August 13, 2019, 10:01:07 AM
This is awesome!.. When I get time I'm going to put these way points into my graphs! If anybody has compatible gps units , I think I can figure out how to export them so you can just import them into your units as well :)
Title: Re: Landmarks and destinations
Post by: Hodgey1 on August 13, 2019, 05:14:22 PM
Unless someone objects, I will post this map link into the Sticky Topic “key Landmarks and Destination” I think it will be very useful, for all that frequent Kipawa.

Map Link: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing (https://drive.google.com/open?id=1i0q7_FP8SmDyGalN6TGk9qZ1u8gHmX-I&usp=sharing)