I had my second heart incident a few weeks ago and after 45 years it looks like I won't be going to Quetico anymore: no complaints it was a nice run. I have also had both hips and a kneecap replaced. I will try to post a picture but not sure if I have the technical know how.

I have six new paddles; four bent shaft, three new packs; two Granite Gear and one Camp Trails, about 40 books on canoe camping, about 120 new, packaged Rapalas, a smallmouth print, two small tackle boxes, and 115 Boundary Water Journals (31 years worth, 88-18 with six issues missing; Summer 88, Spring 89,Winter 97, Fall 15, Summer 18), $460 total ($4 each if you buy them all), if I have to split them, prices will vary based on age. If you want to buy the set, please get back to me before Canoecopia begins.

I will be in my van from noon until 5PM in the parking lot at Canoecopia Saturday. My phone is 847-212-5726. I will do my best to be fair with you and I will expect the same courtesy.

I live in Lake County, IL and if you live close by or are passing through and can't make it to the show, contact me after the show if there are camping or fishing items you may be interested in.

I have over 2000 hard baits, 5000 flies, 35 fly lines for sale.

Will - I live in Gurnee. Would love to pop over and see what you have if you’re available one evening. Roger

Good luck with the sale and hope you’re able to enjoy other things.

Sorry to hear you have to move on from wilderness canoe tripping. I guess we all will have a last trip at some point. What Granite Gear packs/models do you have and how much do you want for each of them? Are they both brand new?

Sorry to hear but congrats on a great run. I'm interested in that dark, longer paddle. Can I get the specs on that? Thanks.

Hi Roger, I live in Wildwood, between Gurnee and Grayslake. My kids went to Warren and I coached football there. Let me know when you want to come over to look at stuff or go fishing on Valley Lake across the street from my house when the weather warms up.

I am sorry I didn't list prices with the original post; here goes,

Black Granite Gear Traditional Pack, #4, New, $110.00

Green Granite Gear Superior pack, New, $150.00

Used Camp Trail Tripper Pack , $60.00

2 Harmony Bent shaft Vapor paddles with Carbon power face, 48" $90 each

Sawyer New Straight shaft 54" $60.00

Sawyer Used Straight shaft 58" $40.00

2 unknown Manufacturer bent shaft Paddles 48" each, one used $50.00, one new $80.00

2 Plano 3600 Tackle pack with 2 boxes each, $20.00 each

New in-box Rapalas, one third off current Bass Pro price, discontinued items (Risto Raps, etc.) varied prices

Smallmouth print $8.00

Various Books, 2/3 or 1/2 off Current Cover Price

I may be interested in the camp trail pack. Would you consider shipping?

What do you want for the packs? Willing to ship?

I would rather not ship if I can sell them in person. I am an admitted troglodyte and would have to get a grandchild to help me through the shipping process.

Thanks for the quick response! Unfortunately unable to make canoecopia this year as my wife is in the hospital. Best of luck with both your health and your sales!

shouldertripper: "Thanks for the quick response! Unfortunately unable to make canoecopia this year as my wife is in the hospital. Best of luck with both your health and your sales! "

If they are still available, I will sucker one of the young whippersnappers to help out Grampa!
Prayers on the way for your wife.

WillVan56: "Hi Roger, I live in Wildwood, between Gurnee and Grayslake. My kids went to Warren and I coached football there. Let me know when you want to come over to look at stuff or go fishing on Valley Lake across the street from my house when the weather warms up. "

I'm in Grayslake off of Center Street and am the Scoutmaster of the Scout troop chartered by Wildwood Park District. Sorry to hear of your health troubles. Some of my Scout families live on and near Valley Lake, I'm sure you probably know them.

Do you have any purpledescent tail dancers? Every one I've ever bought and brought to canoe country has stayed there....
Which books do you have? Always looking to add more to my Sig (and others) collection.

I was at Jones Island on Grayslake an hour ago. I did a flyfishing class at the Wildwood Park District last fall. Sorry no extra purpledescent tail dancers. I do have a number of Sig's books for sale at 50% off their current price.

Any Rapala Minnow Raps in your stash?

WillVan56: "I was at Jones Island on Grayslake an hour ago. I did a flyfishing class at the Wildwood Park District last fall. Sorry no extra purpledescent tail dancers. I do have a number of Sig's books for sale at 50% off their current price. "

I'll send a text from a 224 number tomorrow to talk more about the books and maybe arrange a peek at your lure stash.

preacherdave: "Any Rapala Minnow Raps in your stash?"

Yes, 7 of them, all #9, 3 perch, 2 shad, 1 silver, and 1 purpledescent. I would like to sell as a lot, what is your offer?

WillVan56: "

preacherdave: "Any Rapala Minnow Raps in your stash?"

Yes, 7 of them, all #9, 3 perch, 2 shad, 1 silver, and 1 purpledescent. I would like to sell as a lot, what is your offer?"

$40

preacherdave: "

WillVan56: "

preacherdave: "Any Rapala Minnow Raps in your stash?"

Yes, 7 of them, all #9, 3 perch, 2 shad, 1 silver, and 1 purpledescent. I would like to sell as a lot, what is your offer?"

$40"

No, I will probably be listing on ebay, but thanks for responding.

Still interested in the new Granite Gear Superior One. Also interested in a couple silver Rapala 7 or 9 Taildancers if you have any. I will be at Canoecopia. I will call you - try tomorrow.

RoundRiver: "Still interested in the new Granite Gear Superior One. Also interested in a couple silver Rapala 7 or 9 Taildancers if you have any. I will be at Canoecopia. I will call you - try tomorrow."

I have no #7 or #9 Taildancers for sale, Both GG packs are being looked at Thursday by a local guy. I will let you know if he takes them.

Thank you. Please do let me know.

mirth: "

WillVan56: "I was at Jones Island on Grayslake an hour ago. I did a flyfishing class at the Wildwood Park District last fall. Sorry no extra purpledescent tail dancers. I do have a number of Sig's books for sale at 50% off their current price. "

I'll send a text from a 224 number tomorrow to talk more about the books and maybe arrange a peek at your lure stash."

Sorry, work got in the way of fun yesterday. I'll try to connect with you tomorrow before the weather comes, otherwise it'll be at 'Copia.

mirth: "

WillVan56: "Hi Roger, I live in Wildwood, between Gurnee and Grayslake. My kids went to Warren and I coached football there. Let me know when you want to come over to look at stuff or go fishing on Valley Lake across the street from my house when the weather warms up. "

I'm in Grayslake off of Center Street and am the Scoutmaster of the Scout troop chartered by Wildwood Park District. Sorry to hear of your health troubles. Some of my Scout families live on and near Valley Lake, I'm sure you probably know them.


Do you have any purpledescent tail dancers? Every one I've ever bought and brought to canoe country has stayed there....
Which books do you have? Always looking to add more to my Sig (and others) collection."

My oldest son messaged me asking me not to sell about 14 books in the picture he would like to have them. He wanted all of the Sig Olsen books.
I still have about 25 books available. If you would like to come over, look over any of the stuff that's left, and talk Canoeing or fishing, please don't hesitate.

WillVan56: "I had my second heart incident a few weeks ago and after 45 years it looks like I won't be going to Quetico anymore: no complaints it was a nice run. I have also had both hips and a kneecap replaced. I will try to post a picture but not sure if I have the technical know how.

I have six new paddles; four bent shaft, three new packs; two Granite Gear and one Camp Trails, about 40 books on canoe camping, about 120 new, packaged Rapalas, a smallmouth print, two small tackle boxes, and 115 Boundary Water Journals (31 years worth, 88-18 with six issues missing; Summer 88, Spring 89,Winter 97, Fall 15, Summer 18), $460 total ($4 each if you buy them all), if I have to split them, prices will vary based on age. If you want to buy the set, please get back to me before Canoecopia begins.

I will be in my van from noon until 5PM in the parking lot at Canoecopia Saturday. My phone is 847-212-5726. I will do my best to be fair with you and I will expect the same courtesy.

I live in Lake County, IL and if you live close by or are passing through and can't make it to the show, contact me after the show if there are camping or fishing items you may be interested in.

I have over 2000 hard baits, 5000 flies, 35 fly lines for sale.
"

WillVan56: "I had my second heart incident a few weeks ago and after 45 years it looks like I won't be going to Quetico anymore: no complaints it was a nice run. I have also had both hips and a kneecap replaced. I will try to post a picture but not sure if I have the technical know how.

I have six new paddles; four bent shaft, three new packs; two Granite Gear and one Camp Trails, about 40 books on canoe camping, about 120 new, packaged Rapalas, a smallmouth print, two small tackle boxes, and 115 Boundary Water Journals (31 years worth, 88-18 with six issues missing; Summer 88, Spring 89,Winter 97, Fall 15, Summer 18), $460 total ($4 each if you buy them all), if I have to split them, prices will vary based on age. If you want to buy the set, please get back to me before Canoecopia begins.

I will be in my van from noon until 5PM in the parking lot at Canoecopia Saturday. My phone is 847-212-5726. I will do my best to be fair with you and I will expect the same courtesy.

I live in Lake County, IL and if you live close by or are passing through and can't make it to the show, contact me after the show if there are camping or fishing items you may be interested in.

I have over 2000 hard baits, 5000 flies, 35 fly lines for sale.
"

I will not be in my van for the whole 5 hours, I will be in the show and answer my phone (847-212-5726) between noon and 5 Saturday to meet any interested
parties at my van. Thank you for understanding.

pastorjsackett: "Sorry to hear but congrats on a great run. I'm interested in that dark, longer paddle. Can I get the specs on that? Thanks. "

It is a Sawyer, 58 inches long, I do not have the weight.

mirth: "

WillVan56: "Hi Roger, I live in Wildwood, between Gurnee and Grayslake. My kids went to Warren and I coached football there. Let me know when you want to come over to look at stuff or go fishing on Valley Lake across the street from my house when the weather warms up. "

I'm in Grayslake off of Center Street and am the Scoutmaster of the Scout troop chartered by Wildwood Park District. Sorry to hear of your health troubles. Some of my Scout families live on and near Valley Lake, I'm sure you probably know them.


Do you have any purpledescent tail dancers? Every one I've ever bought and brought to canoe country has stayed there....
Which books do you have? Always looking to add more to my Sig (and others) collection."

Sig books are gone. : - (

I will not be at my van for the whole 5 hours. Please call me at 847-212-5726 between noon and 5 PM if you want to look at anything and I will meet you at my van. Thank you for understanding.

WillVan56: "

pastorjsackett: "Sorry to hear but congrats on a great run. I'm interested in that dark, longer paddle. Can I get the specs on that? Thanks. "

It is a Sawyer, 58 inches long, I do not have the weight.

This paddle is gone.


"

Two nice thing happened to me this week. I found out am going to Quetico with my son and 2 grandsons in June. My son let me know he will not allow me to portage anything and he has a Sat phone in case there is a medical emergency. The second good thing was I met RoundRiver from this site who bought a pack from me and we talked canoe camping for a half hour.

WillVan56: "Two nice thing happened to me this week. I found out am going to Quetico with my son and 2 grandsons in June. My son let me know he will not allow me to portage anything and he has a Sat phone in case there is a medical emergency. The second good thing was I met RoundRiver from this site who bought a pack from me and we talked canoe camping for a half hour.
"

Both sound very nice! I'm stoked that you'll get an opportunity to go on another trip this year with your son & grandsons. If you'd like, I have an InReach that I'd be happy to lend you all for your trip.

Bummer about the Sig books, but I'm glad you found a new home for them. If I can keep the distractions under control I will try to connect with you soon to see what you have that may be of interest & chat canoe camping too.

mirth: "

WillVan56: "Two nice thing happened to me this week. I found out am going to Quetico with my son and 2 grandsons in June. My son let me know he will not allow me to portage anything and he has a Sat phone in case there is a medical emergency. The second good thing was I met RoundRiver from this site who bought a pack from me and we talked canoe camping for a half hour.
"

Both sound very nice! I'm stoked that you'll get an opportunity to go on another trip this year with your son & grandsons. If you'd like, I have an InReach that I'd be happy to lend you all for your trip.


Bummer about the Sig books, but I'm glad you found a new home for them. If I can keep the distractions under control I will try to connect with you soon to see what you have that may be of interest & chat canoe camping too.
"

My son will be getting the Sig books next time he is in town along with some other equipment he might be able to use. Looking forward to connecting with you and talking canoe tripping.

vandolomieu: "My son will be getting the Sig books next time he is in town along with some other equipment he might be able to use. Looking forward to connecting with you and talking canoe tripping. "

Grayslake paddlers unite! Drop me an email if you ever want to get together to paddle.

WillVan56: "Two nice thing happened to me this week. I found out am going to Quetico with my son and 2 grandsons in June. My son let me know he will not allow me to portage anything and he has a Sat phone in case there is a medical emergency. The second good thing was I met RoundRiver from this site who bought a pack from me and we talked canoe camping for a half hour.
"

You beat me to it Will. Jumped on tonight to say thank you for selling the pack, and that it was a pleasure to meet you. Oh, and thank you for the unexpected bonus to grab one of the lures! As I mentioned it hits me a bit whenever I see these posts of selling gear because someone can no longer do canoe trips ... because I know that some day that will be me, as well. It is encouraging that your son will be your sherpa and enable you to join them in the Quetico - especially with the desire to have you teach your grandson how to fish.

As long as I can do trips that pack will make it through some beautiful areas, and be a part of the stories to come. Take care Will. Again it was a pleasure meeting you.

WillVan56: "Two nice thing happened to me this week. I found out am going to Quetico with my son and 2 grandsons in June. My son let me know he will not allow me to portage anything and he has a Sat phone in case there is a medical emergency. The second good thing was I met RoundRiver from this site who bought a pack from me and we talked canoe camping for a half hour.
"

Awesome news, sounds like a great plan!

T

timatkn: "

WillVan56: "Two nice thing happened to me this week. I found out am going to Quetico with my son and 2 grandsons in June. My son let me know he will not allow me to portage anything and he has a Sat phone in case there is a medical emergency. The second good thing was I met RoundRiver from this site who bought a pack from me and we talked canoe camping for a half hour.
"

Awesome news, sounds like a great plan!


T"

Sounds like a great trip with family.