2. If you go in the spring bring double the number of socks you think you need. Your feet WILL get wet and muddy.
3. Don't bother trying to avoid mud...it makes your hike much longer and more difficult. If you hike straight through the mud, things are much easier. (Although your feet are much wetter...see #2)
4. Bring camp shoes so your feet can dry out at night! This was in the recommended list but we didn't listen. Oops!
5. M&M's are worth their weight in gold. Take at least one pack for each day because those "energy pills" get you through the tough hikes.
6. Most campsites have shelters which is much easier than setting up a tent every night. But a tent is good to have for the few campsites that don't have shelters! (East/West Chickenbone, and I'm sure there are others.)
7. Don't filter water in the dark the first time you do it. You won't know if it's brown! (Ours was!)
8. Build up your fitness so you can carry a little extra weight. Extra items (like M&M's, dry socks, Gatorade powder packets, etc.) will make your hike much more enjoyable!
9. Stay away from a female moose if she has a calf. (Gavin's advice - this didn't actually happen to us.)
10. Make sure you bring a weather radio that has enough power to receive signals and doesn't run out of batteries before the end of the week! (Again, oops!)
11. Be sure to add enough "no hike" days to truly enjoy the scenery and nature that Isle Royale has to offer.
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