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EXAMPLE: Day 2 (13 miles): Little Trout Lake, p. 376 rods, Little Indian Sioux River, p. 32 rods, river, p. 32 rods, river, p. 12 rods, river, rapids, river, rapids, river, p. 70 rods, river, p. 40 rods, river, p. 34 rods, river, p. 35 rods, river, p. 120 rods, Otter Lake. You will find this day to be a sharp contrast to the prior day of paddling on large lakes… etc.

EXPLANATION: On the second day of this route, you will paddle across Little Trout Lake and then portage 376 rods to the Little Indian Sioux River. You will follow the river to Otter Lake, negotiating eight portages and some rapids along the way. You will make camp on Otter Lake at a campsite that is marked by a red dot on the map. Comments about the day’s route follow the outlined sequence of lakes, rivers, and portages.

Most of the routes suggested are “loops”—they begin and end at (or within walking distance of) the same location. There is no need for car shuttles between two points. Other routes start at one entry point and end at another entry point far enough away to necessitate a shuttle. The name of each route indicates whether the trip is a “loop” (The Eddie Falls Loop) or requires a “shuttle” (The Three Rivers Route). If a shuttle is required, drop off your vehicle at the end of the route prior to starting the journey. That generally works better than scheduling a predetermined pick-up time at the end of your trip. If your parked vehicle is waiting for you, you won’t be under any pressure to arrive at a particular time. Make sure to park in approved areas, lock your doors, and remember which hidden pack pocket holds your keys.