There aren't any 'jump off' sites at Opeongo, no. There are 2-3 sites within spitting distance of the put-in however. I don't imagine they're heavily used except by people doing the same thing you are.

Thanks for replying - I was really hearing the crickets chirp on this post! The good news is this was the final video of the trip, so I'm done for now. My next camping trip is actually coming up soon and I do intend to make videos for it as well (having learned a few things I think), but I'll try to pace myself ;) 

In all my trips in Algonquin only four have been in a canoe. With a wife and a dog and a baby I can feel the pressures of a canoe calling, but my solo trips will always and forever be done in a kayak. I love it too much to change. So I hear you - you couldn't get me out of my kayak either.

Yeah, it's a carbon fiber paddle - a Werner Kalliste bent shaft to be specific. I'm always really careful with it when I'm using it to push, pole, or getting in/out of the kayak, so no I haven't been worried. That being said, a paddle doesn't have to be mistreated to break, sometimes it just happens.  I've so far neglected to take a backup paddle on any of my trips and gotten away with it, but there will come a day when I'll regret that choice!

@Martin: Yes, that's a Titan kettle. I've been quite happy with it since it joined my gear a couple years go. 
Re: twig stoves. I've never used any twig stove except my Bush Buddy but I can't imagine there are massive differences between models. If you've already tried three different ones and not liked any of them, I'm thinking twig stoves probably aren't your thing. Was it something specific about those stoves you didn't like? 

@Kellycamps: That was definitely an unusual experience to say the least, but solo camping probably does lead to extra wildlife encounters just because you're quieter. Although I spent enough time talking to the camera on this trip to scare off plenty!

I've not seen that issue with my stove (kicking off sparks/embers) but it's a problem that solves itself. In windy conditions there's no chance I could have it up on a table like this in the first place. I'm sure you can tell from the video that it's a very calm morning - there was no cause for concern. 

@RCShevalier: Thanks for the feedback. I'm not sure if I spent much time talking about my travel plans this time around, but I'll see what I can do. Another suggestion to talk about my gear and how I pack? Hrm. I did film a number of videos talking about that sort of thing (for my website, not specifically for trip reports) so I'll see if I can incorporate some of those. Yes - scenic videos with the original sound would be good, you're right. I hope I took some, because otherwise that was a grave oversight!

@Martin: entirely accidental I assure you ;). I intentionally bought this particular hat a size too small. It hurt like hell for about two months until it stretched out properly, but it fits on my head like it's screwed on - I've never had it blow off, including during water taxi rides. 

Day 2 will include the close encounter with the moose video some of you have probably seen on facebook. Once I find time to work on Day 2. 

Hey folks, 

I've taken a stab at a video trip report this time. Day 1 is up at http://www.kayakcamper.com/opeongo---shippagew.html 

Having never done a video report before, I learned a lot while putting this one together. I would appreciate feedback about what you enjoy, but also what you don't, about this video. Constructive criticism is appreciated so I can improve! Having watched my own video a couple dozen times while creating it, my own comments are:

1. If I can't get my SLR to reliably focus for filming video, don't use it for filming video. 
2. Less talk, more music and scenery
3. Shorter

I can't fix the occasional out-of-focus video for the other days of this trip since it's already been shot, but numbers 2 and 3 I'll do something about. 

Any and all feedback is appreciated!
 

Good read - thanks. While some folks' lack of respect for their fellow campers can be frustrating, try not to let it get to you. If it weren't for your beautiful photos which shout "I'm really happy to be here" I'm not sure I'd be convinced you had a good time ;)

I've got this "what if" scenario running through my head now thanks to this thread, especially since I'm scheduled to spend a night on Shippagew on my upcoming trip (which has only one reservable campsite). I think I'll just head back to Big Trout if someone's squatting on my site, especially since I'll be out there alone. It's not worth attempting anything else. 

Pfft - you and your logic. Just because something makes sense doesn't mean that's how it's been done ;)

It's not that I don't revisit lakes - I do all the time. But I try to book routes that have me camping on at least one lake I've never camped on before. Booking a trip to finally put a pin in big, beautiful Lavieille? Awesome! Booking a trip where the goal is Crow Bay? Not so much, ignoring that it would be the same route either way of course. It makes sense in my head.

Fine then. I'll still book a trip with a couple nights on Lavieille, and then I'll portage into Animoosh to get a new pin that way. Except I don't recall hearing anything that exciting about Animoosh. You barely mention it in your own trip report and you camped there!