Quick San Rafael Swell Expedition: May 11-13

[frieed]

I can take him down and on the trail as well... that is if he can be seen in a Jeep....

 

[sixstringsteve]

haha, thanks guys. I'll probably send him with Frieed if he decides to come, as his car has 5 seats and 4 are open. And Frieed is the man. Although the Pink Floyd may sway him towards the WJ...

 

[sixstringsteve]

my brother is out, he couldn't get work off in time. Thanks for the offer though guys.

 

[frieed]

as his car has 5 seats

 

[sixstringsteve]

I consider anything with 4 wheels a car, sorry.

 

[mustang_boy2001]

so for the camp site i know that arches makes you pack your stuff out is this like arches or is it a bury it in the ground place? my mom would like to know

 

[Kevin B.]

No restrictions that I know of in that regard, but it's still a good thing to bury your "stuff" deep, and ziplock the soiled toilet paper to throw away later.

 

[frieed]

that's ok, Jessica still fusses me 'cause I tend to call it the "truck"

I consider anything with 4 wheels a car, sorry.

 

[GAR]

We're not going to be able to make this trip. sorry. I was gone all week on a last minute work trip and my wife is gone next week so we need some home time. I hope you guys have fun!

 

[sixstringsteve]

No restrictions that I know of in that regard, but it's still a good thing to bury your "stuff" deep, and ziplock the soiled toilet paper to throw away later.

x2. You're good to bury your poop, but don't bury the toilet paper. Put it in a bag and carry it out with you. There is a pit toilet at swasey's cabin.

 

[sixstringsteve]

We're not going to be able to make this trip. sorry. I was gone all week on a last minute work trip and my wife is gone next week so we need some home time. I hope you guys have fun!

Sorry to hear that. Some other time.

 

[sixstringsteve]

A few reminders from Tread Lightly:

* Whenever possible, use existing campsites. Camp on durable surfaces and place tents on a non-vegetated area. Do not dig trenches around tents.
* Camp a least 200 feet from water, trails and other campsites.
* Pack out what you pack in. Carry a trash bag and pick up litter left by others.
* Repackage snacks and food in baggies. This reduces weight and the amount of trash to carry out.
* For cooking, consider using a camp stove instead of a campfire. Camp stoves leave less of an impact on the land.
* Observe all fire restrictions. If you must build a fire—use existing fire rings, build a mound fire, or use a fire pan. Use only fallen timber for campfires. Do not cut standing trees. Clear a 10-foot diameter area around the site by removing any grass, twigs, leaves and extra firewood. Also make sure there aren’t any tree limbs or flammable objects hanging overhead.
* Allow the wood to burn down to a fine ash, if possible. Pour water on the fire and drown all embers until the hissing sound stops. Stir the campfire ashes and embers until everything is wet and cold to the touch. If you don’t have water, use dirt.
* Detergents, toothpaste and soap harm fish and other aquatic life. Wash 200 feet away from streams and lakes. Scatter gray water so it filters through the soil.
* In areas without toilets, use a portable latrine if possible, and pack out your waste. If you don’t have a portable latrine, you may need to bury your waste. Human waste should be disposed of in a shallow hole six to eight inches deep at least 200 feet from water sources, campsites or trails. Cover and disguise the hole with natural materials. It is recommended to pack out your toilet paper. High use areas may have other restrictions, so check with a land manager.
* Following a trip, wash your gear and support vehicle to reduce the spread of invasive species.

 

[Kevin B.]

x2. You're good to bury your poop, but don't bury the toilet paper. Put it in a bag and carry it out with you. There is a pit toilet at swasey's cabin.

Or get good and dehydrated, and eat lots of cheese.

 

[bitshifter]

I'm going to bring my new CleanWaste toilet w/ a pop-up privacy tent and extra waste kits. The waste kits are a bit expensive, but if you want to use , I'll be charging $5 a kit (that's not much more than the cost of the kit). I haven't tried it yet, so we'll see how it works, but I'll plan to use any facilities we come across, if possible. I think for the easy trail, I think I'd like to extend the loop into Cathedral Valley road, with Buckhorn wash as an alternate (if I'm remembering the names right), but we'll definitely figure out where everyone wants to go most.

 

[sixstringsteve]

Even though it's just a quick weekend getaway, I'm excited. It's been too long since I"ve been camping. We'll see you all (except Kiel) at 5:30 at Cabelas. I'll be in the southeast parking lot.


I'll be bringing my dog. He is very friendly to other people and dogs. I may also bring a few of my 22s to do some shooting along the way.

 

[Kiel]

The wife got back late last night from a business trip not feeling to hot, so If you see us, you see us. I will try to keep the thread updated. Thanks for the invite

 

[sixstringsteve]

No worries kiel, do what you gotta do.

 

[Kevin B.]

Headed out for some last minute shopping, see you all at Cabelas.

 

[sixstringsteve]

as a reminder, please bring the following:

- a bundle of firewood
- all the tools you need to change your tire (including a spare)

See ya in 2 hours

 

[mesha]

Where the heck is everbody?