Hello! I am Duane, an avid backpacker & hiker.
I went to Isle Royale my first in 1983 and have returned dozens times. Most of my trips have been for 10 to 14 days and once for 23 days. I have hiked every trail and visited every campground accessible by foot multiple times.
During all that hiking, I found myself offering guidance to others who asked, earning the moniker, the “Yoda of Isle Royale.” The other name was “Michigan Dad,” which earned a chuckle from more than one person.
I’m Beth, long-time UP resident and outdoor person.
As Duane said, we have been to Isle Royale multiple times and at various times of year for extended times. Like Duane, I have hiked all trails multiple times, and I have learned from all our mistakes.
The Birth of Wise Old Man
Over time, we came to realize that we do have something to share. Thus the Wise Old Man was born. “He” is the collective voice of both of us and all of the people who contribute in the multiple forums available via the Wise Old Man organization.
Email us at wiseoldmanofisleroyale@gmail.com