Do we have any details on the upcoming run yet? Anything to entice some new faces out for a weekend?
John
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We'd love to see you there. Always room in someone's truck.
Andrew & I had lunch with Jim a couple of days back. Jim has to head eastward for some family matters in the next few days so he's not going to be able to host this year's event. :( :(
But, it looks like we'll be moved into our new home in Armstrong by then, so we'll try and work something out. Details to follow about camping spots and actual routes, but Jim suggested we explore "Hunters Range" which is the set of hills between Enderby, Mable Lake and Sicamous, to the north. I've got some maps, and Google-Earthed it and there appears to be lots of places to explore in the area.
Anyone else have familiarity with the north Okanagan backwoods? We're open to ideas...
Dave
Andrew & I had lunch with Jim a couple of days back. Jim has to head eastward for some family matters in the next few days so he's not going to be able to host this year's event. :( :(
But, it looks like we'll be moved into our new home in Armstrong by then, so we'll try and work something out. Details to follow about camping spots and actual routes, but Jim suggested we explore "Hunters Range" which is the set of hills between Enderby, Mable Lake and Sicamous, to the north. I've got some maps, and Google-Earthed it and there appears to be lots of places to explore in the area.
Anyone else have familiarity with the north Okanagan backwoods? We're open to ideas...
Dave
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Hi Dave,
Hope the move is going well, I'm sure it will take quite a few trips/loads to get everthing moved!
So I'm guessing the Okan. Trip is still a go?
Some will be heading up on Friday, some on Saturday? Meeting spots?
What kind of head count have we got so far??
Maybe everone could post their intentions..........
cheers,
Andy
Hope the move is going well, I'm sure it will take quite a few trips/loads to get everthing moved!
So I'm guessing the Okan. Trip is still a go?
Some will be heading up on Friday, some on Saturday? Meeting spots?
What kind of head count have we got so far??
Maybe everone could post their intentions..........
cheers,
Andy
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Bill E.
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Hey gang, I won't be coming on the Greystokes run this year unfortunately. It is just too close to the Moab run on the following weekend- need the prep time. Sorry I would have loved to check out Pam and Dave's new digs. For those who haven't been to the Greystokes area I highly recommend it, should be a great trip.
Bill
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Okanagan run cancelled/postponed
Sunday, 9 PM, although we're currently living out of boxes, we're moved in, and I finally got the Internet working.
However... Since Jim is away in Montreal, and we're barely moved in, and Greystokes is closed to motor vehicles except for the main FSR, and I haven't yet had time to scout the area, I think it would be prudent for you guys to plan a local run next weekend, and I'll try and do an Okanagan run up here before the snow flies... or maybe in the spring. I just don't think we can properly pull it off nexst weekend with Jim out of town.
Sorry, but I think it should be cancelled, and perhaps that Hale creek run everyone's been chatting about would be a good alternative...
thanks, Dave
However... Since Jim is away in Montreal, and we're barely moved in, and Greystokes is closed to motor vehicles except for the main FSR, and I haven't yet had time to scout the area, I think it would be prudent for you guys to plan a local run next weekend, and I'll try and do an Okanagan run up here before the snow flies... or maybe in the spring. I just don't think we can properly pull it off nexst weekend with Jim out of town.
Sorry, but I think it should be cancelled, and perhaps that Hale creek run everyone's been chatting about would be a good alternative...
thanks, Dave
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Akira99,I'm interested in maybe going, I've been waiting to see you guys come through the Okanagan, however I've never been on a trip like this and was wondering what all is involved.
Looks like this trip might not come off as scheduled. Too bad but keep your eye on the schedule as we will certainly do it again sooner or later. Could you be somewhat more specific in your question. Is it the whole camping thing that you are not familiar with? We will try and answer your questions here in the forum but another good source of info would be to take a look at the photo gallery on this site and read some of the trip reports to get an idea of what we get up to.
John
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Akira99,
We have a pretty diverse group who have varying interest in off road activities. Everything from: am I going to encounter actual dirt ? :shock: : to how many times will I need the winch? :twisted:. We like to think that we do different runs that appeal to all of these tastes. Some of our regular trips are not very well described for people like yourself, this is because they have become old hat to alot of us. I think we should put better descriptions of the trips difficulty level so as not to scare individuals off unnecessarily. Anyway, in regards to Greystokes area you can expect the following: deactivated and heavily eroded mountain and alpine dirt roads with sections of large rock and boulders that could damage the underside and lower extremes of stock height vehicles. Most of the going is easy twisty driving through forest and picturesque alpine meadows. As a group we help each other through the difficult obstacles and there is no shame in getting stuck or taking an alternate way around. There are no real "cliffhanger" situations that would be encountered but some steep rock ledge decents will be found. Camping is generally in open meadow areas and near lakes or streams when possible. Self sufficiency in regards to food, water and cooking facilities is the norm unless you have made arrangements with other individuals ahead of time or the club has food offered as part of an event. As for equipment, winches and lockers are not required but a proper recovery strap or two along with a strong attachment point at the front and rear of your vehicle are absolutely a must. Airing down your tires significantly improves traction in most situations and it is recommended, watch for when others air down and ask for advice on pressure for your vehicle. Proper etiquette dictates that you get your equipment, boots, feet, gloves etc. dirty in recovery of your vehicle before you ask for extra equipment from other participants. A tug from another truck is always freely offered and don't feel bad about asking. If your uncomfortable with a particular task or section of trail, tell someone and we can have someone spot for you. There is an endless list of stuff you can buy to make your life easier off road but apart from a spare tire and a decent jack the group is usually happy to help out. As you gain experience you will see what extras are worthwhile. Radios are nice but not a must. CB radios help out for short range communication and many trucks are so equipped. VHF radios are gaining in popularity with our group but require the user to hold an operater's license. Around camp most of the time we're a quiet group with music played not too loudly or too late at night. :oops: Booze is well accepted at camp but frowned upon out on the trail for safety reasons. :( Recreational drugs are treated with discretion, in other words we don't admit they exist :? :roll: Pets and kids are always present and are welcome as long as they are leashed. :wink:
Bill
We have a pretty diverse group who have varying interest in off road activities. Everything from: am I going to encounter actual dirt ? :shock: : to how many times will I need the winch? :twisted:. We like to think that we do different runs that appeal to all of these tastes. Some of our regular trips are not very well described for people like yourself, this is because they have become old hat to alot of us. I think we should put better descriptions of the trips difficulty level so as not to scare individuals off unnecessarily. Anyway, in regards to Greystokes area you can expect the following: deactivated and heavily eroded mountain and alpine dirt roads with sections of large rock and boulders that could damage the underside and lower extremes of stock height vehicles. Most of the going is easy twisty driving through forest and picturesque alpine meadows. As a group we help each other through the difficult obstacles and there is no shame in getting stuck or taking an alternate way around. There are no real "cliffhanger" situations that would be encountered but some steep rock ledge decents will be found. Camping is generally in open meadow areas and near lakes or streams when possible. Self sufficiency in regards to food, water and cooking facilities is the norm unless you have made arrangements with other individuals ahead of time or the club has food offered as part of an event. As for equipment, winches and lockers are not required but a proper recovery strap or two along with a strong attachment point at the front and rear of your vehicle are absolutely a must. Airing down your tires significantly improves traction in most situations and it is recommended, watch for when others air down and ask for advice on pressure for your vehicle. Proper etiquette dictates that you get your equipment, boots, feet, gloves etc. dirty in recovery of your vehicle before you ask for extra equipment from other participants. A tug from another truck is always freely offered and don't feel bad about asking. If your uncomfortable with a particular task or section of trail, tell someone and we can have someone spot for you. There is an endless list of stuff you can buy to make your life easier off road but apart from a spare tire and a decent jack the group is usually happy to help out. As you gain experience you will see what extras are worthwhile. Radios are nice but not a must. CB radios help out for short range communication and many trucks are so equipped. VHF radios are gaining in popularity with our group but require the user to hold an operater's license. Around camp most of the time we're a quiet group with music played not too loudly or too late at night. :oops: Booze is well accepted at camp but frowned upon out on the trail for safety reasons. :( Recreational drugs are treated with discretion, in other words we don't admit they exist :? :roll: Pets and kids are always present and are welcome as long as they are leashed. :wink:
Bill