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Snap Judgement
(kthompson) - MLife

Locale: Eel River Valley
Trinity Alps, Thur. night camp info. on 10/05/2011 22:08:25 MDT Print View

http://tinyurl.com/Bridge-Camp-Campground-Info

We'll be needing a big chunk of this campground.
Snap Judgement
(kthompson) - MLife

Locale: Eel River Valley
Trinity Alps, Morris Meadow Octoberfest on 10/06/2011 06:36:46 MDT Print View

October 20-23 2011

Just 2 weeks away!!

Does anyone need anything before we go?
Eli .
(Feileung) - F
Forecast Link on 10/06/2011 15:37:19 MDT Print View

Am I correct that this is Morris Meadow?

http://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=40.96797434499278&lon=-122.95306205749512&site=eka&unit=0&lg=en&FcstType=text
Chris C
(cvcass) - MLife

Locale: State of Jefferson
Re: Forecast Link on 10/06/2011 16:18:19 MDT Print View

That looks like the correct location for Morris Meadow.
Matthew Black
(mtblack) - M
Pack liners on 10/06/2011 17:08:53 MDT Print View

I have numerous trash compactor bags if anyone wants/needs one for a pack liner (white, 2.2ozs).
Snap Judgement
(kthompson) - MLife

Locale: Eel River Valley
Re: Trinity Alps, Morris Meadow Octoberfest on 10/07/2011 06:39:22 MDT Print View

Bring your unneeded gear for an impromptu yard sale at the trailhead.
Snap Judgement
(kthompson) - MLife

Locale: Eel River Valley
Re: Trinity Alps, Read on 10/07/2011 06:44:33 MDT Print View

Anyone bringing a dog with them?

My friend Deon will be bringing Kuma.

I may be bringing Tigger.


Pot smoking and drinking will be tolerated as long as everyone can behave themselves.

I realize that to some the above line is an oxymoron.
David Lutz
(davidlutz) - M

Locale: Bay Area
"Trinity Alps, Morris Meadow Octoberfest" on 10/09/2011 10:51:07 MDT Print View

I will be leaving the East Bay on Thursday afternoon and returning on Sunday.

Anyone need a ride?

Ken - If I end up with carpool partners, we'll pick up a permit. If I come up alone, I'll probably turn up in camp without one.
John Abela
(JohnAbela) - M

Locale: www.hikelighter.com
Re: Trinity Alps, Morris Meadow Octoberfest on 10/09/2011 15:24:52 MDT Print View

Anybody bringing a MLD Trailstar??
The Idemonster
(idester) - MLife

Locale: MidAtlantic
Re: "Trinity Alps, Morris Meadow Octoberfest"-Dave Lutz on 10/09/2011 18:31:08 MDT Print View

Returning when on Sunday?
Steven Paris
(saparisor) - M

Locale: Pacific Northwest
Trinity Alps, Morris Meadow Octoberfest on 10/09/2011 19:38:08 MDT Print View

@John:

I'm pretty sure I'm in for the trip, and if I do make the drive down, I'll be bringing my Trailstar.
David Lutz
(davidlutz) - M

Locale: Bay Area
"Trinity Alps, Morris Meadow Octoberfest" on 10/09/2011 20:21:28 MDT Print View

Doug - PM sent......
Snap Judgement
(kthompson) - MLife

Locale: Eel River Valley
Trinity Alps, Morris Meadow Octoberfest on 10/10/2011 07:16:08 MDT Print View

Let the countdown begin...

10

Edited by kthompson on 10/10/2011 19:59:53 MDT.
John Abela
(JohnAbela) - M

Locale: www.hikelighter.com
Re: Trinity Alps, Morris Meadow Octoberfest on 10/10/2011 07:33:50 MDT Print View

@saparisor: I'm pretty sure I'm in for the trip, and if I do make the drive down, I'll be bringing my Trailstar.


That would be sweet. I just want to see how much room is actually underneath one of those things. Could set it up at the initial parking area if you do not want to take it on the trail.

I am going to be bringing a 0.34 cuben fiber tarp for my main tarp, but I was planning on bringing my "HMG Echo II" and a "TarpTent Rainbow Solo" for anybody who might want to check them out and/or use either of them for the trip.

Also, if anybody wants to carry/use it, I have the 'JetBoil Sol Ti' sitting around gathering dust, you are welcome to use it. I can supply fuel.

I also have a ZPacks Blast 26 if anybody cares to give it a try. It is somewhere around 3,000 cu in (50 Liters) and a smidgen over 6 ounces. It has the removalable stays if you need them for the extra weight (max should be around 25lb bpw). Hopefully I will be able to get all of my gear for the trip into my Zero, if not, than I will need this pack, but hopefully I will not.

Just let me know ahead of time if I should bring any of those items.



@Kat P: I bought a bag of that mac-and-cheese-and-chili... my turn to share :-D


@Ken: I probably missed this in a previous post... but are bear canisters required? (you know why I ask this ;)

@Matthew: Thanks for not abandoning me on our last hike. I should do better this time... it will not be 50+ degrees hotter than I am use to - like it was on the last trip :-) Oh, I finally found one store in all of Humboldt that actually has the mini-bic lighters... so I will be sure to get your little blue one back to you!

@Jim Carr: I will be nice to finally meet you!
Snap Judgement
(kthompson) - MLife

Locale: Eel River Valley
Re: Trinity Alps, Morris Meadow Octoberfest on 10/10/2011 13:50:11 MDT Print View

No bear canisters required. There are bear around though. Pack wisely.
Snap Judgement
(kthompson) - MLife

Locale: Eel River Valley
Re: Trinity Alps, Morris Meadow Octoberfest on 10/11/2011 06:30:17 MDT Print View

09
James Winstead
(James_W) - F

Locale: CA
Party Car III on 10/11/2011 14:29:44 MDT Print View

Updated party (car) list: (Thursday +/-5:00pm departure from SF)

SF-
Jim McDaniel------->
Jim(Eli) Scoggins---------> "The J Team" from now on?
Myself--------------->
Matt Black

East Bay-
Cameron? (haven't heard from, but possible)

OUT:
Mat Bokariza, thanks for the heads-up.(Still coming, just not party vanning it)
Kat, Got the PM, thanks for the notice (Still coming, just not party vanning it)

Starting to look like 4. keep me updated at winsteadla-AT-gmail.com with any changes.

Edited by James_W on 10/12/2011 09:14:39 MDT.
Matthew Black
(mtblack) - M
Re: Re: Trinity Alps, Morris Meadow Octoberfest on 10/11/2011 22:06:29 MDT Print View

No problem, John. Most of us go with partners for safety and the camaraderie. It's important to not lose track of people. This time we'll probably have clusters strewn the entire length of the trail as everyone finds their pace.

It was sunflower seeds topping toasted couscous. I could not remember that for the life of me. Great dish.
Snap Judgement
(kthompson) - MLife

Locale: Eel River Valley
Re: Trinity Alps, Morris Meadow Octoberfest on 10/12/2011 06:21:08 MDT Print View

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Snap Judgement
(kthompson) - MLife

Locale: Eel River Valley
Re: Trinity Trip, Who's Going on 10/12/2011 06:32:45 MDT Print View

These little trips have been some of the best of what BPL has made possible for me. Wow! I never imagined that this little trip would gather so much attention. The guest list is getting pretty long. I would like everyone on the list to give me a heads up (PM) as to your intent. I will have to make sure I have enough room for Thurs. night so please let me know if you are in for that as well.

As always I am looking forward to meeting some new BPL faces. Has been an exceptional group. Better in person than on the forums.

Bring your ideas for things that can make the annual GGG even better.

Here is the list of interested parties. LET ME KNOW IF YOU ARE PLANNING ON BRINGING SOMEONE WITH YOU.

Kat P.-confirmed
Cameron Kennedy-confirmed
Marc Eldridge-confirmed poss.+1
Tyler Fisher-confirmed
Matthew Black-confirmed
Jay Wilkerson-confirmed
Details and +1-confirmed
Nathan Matthews-confirmed Fri. arrival
Erik Dietz-confirmed
James Winstead-confirmed
David Lutz-confirmed
Deon Becic-confirmed Fri. arrival
Jim McDaniel-Guest of honor. confirmed
Jim Carr-confirmed
Jacob D.-confirmed Fri. arrival
Matt Bokariza-confirmed
Eric Lundquist+1-confirmed
Eric E.-confirmed
Joshua Billings-Fri. arrival
Jim(Eli) Scoggins-confirmed
Adam Criswell-confirmed Fri.
Dave Wage-confirmed
Jennifer Ross-confirmed
Chris Cassata-Fri. arrival
Chris Piechel-Sat.
John Abela-confirmed
Ron Moak
Steven Paris?

Thanks in advance for your help and speedy replies. Once confirmed either way I will edit the above list.


EACH CARLOAD GET YOUR OWN PERMIT.

Edited by kthompson on 10/16/2011 20:01:42 MDT.