#107: Isle Royale National Park

Dear Bob and Sue: A National Parks Podcast

Matt and Karen Smith

Places & Travel, Nature, Personal Journals, Society & Culture, Science

5 • 1.2K Ratings

🗓️ 2 February 2023

⏱️ 51 minutes

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Summary

Isle Royale National Park is a serene, isolated wilderness in the middle of Lake Superior, making it the least-visited national park in the contiguous United States. Despite its remote location, those who make the journey are rewarded with breathtaking scenery, fascinating wildlife, and a chance to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of daily life. In this episode, we delve into the details of visiting Isle Royale, including transportation options, various activities to experience, and the best time of year to visit. We also discuss the available accommodation options, the ideal length of stay, and provide insights into the rich history of the park. Whether you're an avid outdoor enthusiast or simply seeking a peaceful escape, Isle Royale National Park has something to offer. Here are links where you can find more information about Isle Royale National Park: · On this site you can learn more about the project to study the wolves and moose on the island · The park’s webpage with links to all the transportation options for getting to and from the island · Information about the Isle Royale Queen IV boat from Copper Harbor, MI · Check out the park’s entire website here Our Patreon account is now up and running with bonus content. Follow this link to check it out. Don’t forget to check out our new online merch store and www.dirtlander.com. Subscribe to The Dear Bob and Sue Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen, and if you’ve enjoyed our show, please leave us a review or rating on Apple Podcasts. Five-star ratings help other listeners find our show. Follow us on Instagram at @mattandkarensmith, on Twitter at @mattandkaren, on Facebook at dearbobands, or check out our blog at www.mattandkaren.com. To advertise on The Dear Bob and Sue Podcast, email us at [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:27.0	And I just remember when we walked on to the dock
0:31.0	and we saw the boat.
0:33.0	I was expecting one of those big car fairies
0:36.0	like we have in Washington State.
0:38.0	Yeah.
0:40.0	So the Voyager 2 is a 65 foot aluminum passenger vessel
0:45.0	that carries a 46 people.
0:47.0	Okay, so literally I was expecting like one that would carry hundreds of people.
0:51.0	It was almost like, what's the Gilligan's Island boat the minute?
0:55.0	It was almost like we were getting on the map.
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1:00.0	For a three hour crew.
1:01.0	Yeah, because you can't see the island once you take off.
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