Post by: Sage Bromax on October 21, 2016, 07:27:33 AM
When: Memorial Day Weekend May 26-29, 2017
Where: Overnight in Lone Pine on May 26
Meet at Swansea ghost town trailhead 0900 May 27 – 36.5245, -117.905
Camping Saturday night at 9800’ elevation, 36.6414, -117.9232 (or nearby)
Camping Sunday night at 7700’ elevation, 36.552, -117.796 (or nearby)
What: Historic salt trams (36.608, -117.854) and mining town (36.538, -117.795)
Who: Fifteen vehicle limit due to space, time and cat herding limits
Things we will see:
Salt trams:
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Post by: lutsie on October 21, 2016, 07:34:17 AM
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Post by: Celt on October 21, 2016, 08:10:48 AM
Post by: Sage Bromax on October 21, 2016, 09:27:10 AM
I'm all over that trip, just don't make us wear name tags.... ::)!
Bar code tatoos. >:D
Post by: Jayrat on October 21, 2016, 09:43:11 AM
Post by: Sage Bromax on October 21, 2016, 09:50:36 AM
Here are some links to info about the area:
http://justruns.com/test/places-we-visit/california/south-eastern-sierrainyowhite-mountains/saline-valley-salt-tram/
http://www.codectest.com/2016/offroading-the-inyo-range-swansea-to-salt-tram-to-cerro-gordo-owens-lake-lone-pine-buttermilk-trail-in-bishop
http://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/swansea-cerro-gordo-road?referrer=everytrail
http://www.gbr.4wdtrips.net/4x4/swansea.html
http://deathvalleyjim.com/2014/05/06/saline-valley-salt-tram/
http://www.owensvalleyhistory.com/saline_tramway3/page50c.html
Post by: valentin36 on October 21, 2016, 05:03:27 PM
Post by: Celt on October 21, 2016, 06:40:41 PM
Bar code tatoos. >:D
Do we have to bring a full body bug suit and single malt too?? In all seriousness, this looks like it's shaping up to be a really nice trip. I'm thinking about going up a day or two before and camping up at or near Whitney Portal then can jump down to Lone Pine for the meet up. Heck even the night before meet up for pizza and beers at Lone Pine Pizza. For anyone who hasn't experienced Lone Pine Pizza, well you haven't experienced it.
Post by: RikRong on October 21, 2016, 09:55:33 PM
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Post by: JFanaselle on October 22, 2016, 07:13:10 AM
Post by: Celt on October 22, 2016, 07:34:12 AM
Since this isn't official yet, I'm unofficially saying I'm 100% in O0
Looks like a great trip. Dang if it doesn't catch the end of GONE.
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Or, you could go to this event and save the fuel money and convoy out to GONE with me the next year..........
Post by: EJsarus on October 22, 2016, 08:36:39 AM
Post by: Toro on October 22, 2016, 09:23:08 AM
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Post by: RikRong on October 22, 2016, 10:13:19 AM
Or, you could go to this event and save the fuel money and convoy out to GONE with me the next year..........If I'm here in '18, I'll still convoy with you. This is something I've been trying to get to for a long time. I also already have a reservation with a few other people for a condo.
This trip looks awesome, I might have to make a mini trip out there sometime.
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Post by: Ghost65 on October 22, 2016, 11:02:05 AM
Post by: FrankB on October 22, 2016, 06:07:54 PM
http://www.sccxterra.com/smf/index.php?topic=767.0 (http://www.sccxterra.com/smf/index.php?topic=767.0)
There was also an earlier trip in 2007 (and probably some others) but all those picture threads are gone.
Post by: Ghost65 on October 23, 2016, 07:31:21 AM
For anyone interested in a bit of SCCX history in this area, here is a thread from the Pictures forum:
http://www.sccxterra.com/smf/index.php?topic=767.0 (http://www.sccxterra.com/smf/index.php?topic=767.0)
There was also an earlier trip in 2007 (and probably some others) but all those picture threads are gone.
That's a great link Frank...wonder how things look "now?"
Post by: JeffBett on October 24, 2016, 08:29:34 AM
Post by: steve c on October 24, 2016, 10:34:21 AM
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on October 26, 2016, 08:18:19 AM
Post by: RBduffer on October 27, 2016, 11:27:12 AM
But just in case... sign me up on the down low ;)
Post by: Ghost65 on October 27, 2016, 12:14:17 PM
Thanks for arranging Tony... :D
Post by: Sage Bromax on October 27, 2016, 05:02:00 PM
A) Rig requirements:
1) Good clearance, or thick skid plates (having both is preferred)
2) In generally good mechanical order
3) Good recovery points front and rear – in case we need to drag your mall-crawler chassis over some rock outcrops (see item #1)
4) Communications of some variety, in descending order of preference – ham VHF, FRS, CB, horn, whistle, smoke signal, sign language
B) Driver requirements:
1) Good attitude, especially when A3 is occurring
2) Generally self-sufficient
3) No whiners
C) Navigator/passenger requirements – driver’s responsibility:
1) Good attitude, and definitely when A3 is occurring
2) Generally self-sufficient
3) No whiners
The current plan is as follows: Saturday we will be travelling from Swansea up to our first camping site. This is the reverse, or tougher, way as gravity won’t be helping rigs get down ledges or obstacles (if there are any). It shouldn’t be too difficult, but it is a gain of 6,000 feet in less than ten miles (~15 road miles). We will NOT be hard-charging this trip. Saturday will be devoted to getting to the crest of the Inyo Mountains and finding the ideal camping site. If we depart Swansea by 1000 I expect we will be in camp by 1400, if not sooner. There will be plenty of time to stop for pictures, check out the geology, and be amazed at the ingenuity and determination of the folks that built the salt tram. We will be surrounded by “wilderness” and there are lots of hiking and exploring opportunities. Just watch out for light-headedness, over-exertion, dehydration, and other signs of altitude sickness. Sunday will be a drive along the crest south to the salt trams (~7 road miles) where we can spend a couple of hours exploring and having lunch. Then it is on down the road (~7 more road miles) to Cerro Gordo ghost town. Note that the crest trail is a shelf road in many places, and can cause severe (even debilitating) sphincter contractions. Those with weak dispositions should be medicated or blindfolded and muffled. We will camp east of the ghost town Sunday night. Monday, we will explore the town for a couple of hours, and then head back to pavement and home. The last section of dirt road from Cerro Gordo down to Hwy 136 is ~6 road miles long, but you drop almost a mile in elevation as well.
Location information: http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/inyo/recarea/?recid=21880
Friday night accommodations – you are on your own. I am staying in Lone Pine at the Comfort Inn. If you are in the vicinity and want to meet up for dinner, that would be great. Rooms are going fast, as it is Memorial Weekend. Alternatively, you could get up early on Saturday and drive directly from home to the trail head meeting at 0900.
Please post your number of persons/vehicles and send me a confirmation PM. Also note what type of comms you have or intend to use on the trip. I will be putting together a comm plan. There will be no name tags.
Post by: Sage Bromax on October 27, 2016, 05:05:33 PM
Currently confirmed attendees:
1) Sage Bromax
2) Knightrider + 1
3) Celt + 2
4) Sitt + 1
5) fathead + 2
6) Jayrat + 2
7) SCUBA_Dale + 1
8 ) Lemans aka Fire Ninja +2
9) JFanaselle + 2
10) occupantX
11) CAWoody+1
12) lutsie + 3
13) Steve C.
Post by: Celt on October 27, 2016, 05:35:47 PM
Bug-Man?
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Post by: CAWoody on October 27, 2016, 07:35:54 PM
Post by: occupantX on October 27, 2016, 07:58:21 PM
I'll bring biltong
Post by: FrankB on October 27, 2016, 08:04:41 PM
But what about:
Bug-Man?
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This guy is going to show up in pretty much every SCCX thread from now on, isn't he?
Post by: Jayrat on October 27, 2016, 08:29:22 PM
Post by: Sage Bromax on October 27, 2016, 09:15:52 PM
Put me on the wait list.Done
Post by: Celt on October 27, 2016, 09:28:59 PM
Thanks for setting this up Tony! looking forward to this :)
I'll bring biltong
Hennie, I think you should put your camp spot right next to mine that way I can help you protect that Biltong from anyone trying to five finger discount it.
Post by: Celt on October 27, 2016, 09:32:05 PM
This guy is going to show up in pretty much every SCCX thread from now on, isn't he?
HAHAHAHAHA........ Bug-Man and his peanut gallery advice lurks in the shadows.
Post by: lutsie on October 28, 2016, 11:53:50 AM
+3 for me
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Post by: PainRoller on October 29, 2016, 03:57:15 PM
Be sure to read and follow the SCCX Xcursion Guidelines. In addition, here are a few of mine for this trip:
A) Rig requirements:
1) Good clearance, or thick skid plates (having both is preferred)
2) In generally good mechanical order
3) Good recovery points front and rear – in case we need to drag your mall-crawler chassis over some rock outcrops (see item #1)
4) Communications of some variety, in descending order of preference – ham VHF, FRS, CB, horn, whistle, smoke signal, sign language
B) Driver requirements:
1) Good attitude, especially when A3 is occurring
2) Generally self-sufficient
3) No whiners
C) Navigator/passenger requirements – driver’s responsibility:
1) Good attitude, and definitely when A3 is occurring
2) Generally self-sufficient
3) No whiners
The current plan is as follows: Saturday we will be travelling from Swansea up to our first camping site. This is the reverse, or tougher, way as gravity won’t be helping rigs get down ledges or obstacles (if there are any). It shouldn’t be too difficult, but it is a gain of 6,000 feet in less than ten miles (~15 road miles). We will NOT be hard-charging this trip. Saturday will be devoted to getting to the crest of the Inyo Mountains and finding the ideal camping site. If we depart Swansea by 1000 I expect we will be in camp by 1400, if not sooner. There will be plenty of time to stop for pictures, check out the geology, and be amazed at the ingenuity and determination of the folks that built the salt tram. We will be surrounded by “wilderness” and there are lots of hiking and exploring opportunities. Just watch out for light-headedness, over-exertion, dehydration, and other signs of altitude sickness. Sunday will be a drive along the crest south to the salt trams (~7 road miles) where we can spend a couple of hours exploring and having lunch. Then it is on down the road (~7 more road miles) to Cerro Gordo ghost town. Note that the crest trail is a shelf road in many places, and can cause severe (even debilitating) sphincter contractions. Those with weak dispositions should be medicated or blindfolded and muffled. We will camp east of the ghost town Sunday night. Monday, we will explore the town for a couple of hours, and then head back to pavement and home. The last section of dirt road from Cerro Gordo down to Hwy 136 is ~6 road miles long, but you drop almost a mile in elevation as well.
Location information: http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/inyo/recarea/?recid=21880
Friday night accommodations – you are on your own. I am staying in Lone Pine at the Comfort Inn. If you are in the vicinity and want to meet up for dinner, that would be great. Rooms are going fast, as it is Memorial Weekend. Alternatively, you could get up early on Saturday and drive directly from home to the trail head meeting at 0900.
Please post your number of persons/vehicles and send me a confirmation PM. Also note what type of comms you have or intend to use on the trip. I will be putting together a comm plan. There will be no name tags.
No whining and opps for butt clinching - can't wait! >:D
Post by: JFanaselle on October 31, 2016, 10:16:34 AM
Post by: chrishaynesusa on October 31, 2016, 03:39:07 PM
Glad you all have a target. :)
Post by: Celt on October 31, 2016, 06:19:55 PM
Did not realize I was so universally celebated in SoCal.
Glad you all have a target. :)
Don't be that full of yourself. You placed that target firmly on your shoulders all by yourself.
Post by: Sage Bromax on January 09, 2017, 06:40:48 AM
Post by: Celt on January 09, 2017, 07:23:52 AM
Just a New Year's reminder - this trip is still on. :D
Just a reminder to the New Year's reminder.... I'm still in!!!!
O0 lol 8) :D
Post by: JFanaselle on January 09, 2017, 10:49:49 AM
Post by: knightrider on January 14, 2017, 08:15:36 AM
Post by: Celt on March 01, 2017, 03:55:29 PM
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on March 01, 2017, 08:41:52 PM
Just booked a campsite on the 25th in Lone Pine. Giddy up Bat Man this is gonna be an awesome trip!!!!!
Was it actually Lone Pine Campground, or was it one of the many others? I still need to book somewhere...
Post by: Celt on March 02, 2017, 04:42:01 PM
Was it actually Lone Pine Campground, or was it one of the many others? I still need to book somewhere...
Yes, it's the Lone Pine Campground. I would recommend anyone that is looking into camping in that area start checking for available sites in the area. Mt. Whitney is a huge draw starting around the time of this trip and it can be very difficult to get anything. I was actually going to look into Whitney Portal because I like that area so much but I didn't want to have to worry as much about bear proofing everything.
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on March 02, 2017, 09:23:40 PM
Post by: Celt on March 03, 2017, 05:03:41 AM
Booked...Site 8!
Nice, I was thinking about goin into Lone Pine Pizza for some vittles that night so I don't hafta do no cookin. If you have never been to Lone Pine Pizza, well you have never been there.
Post by: Sage Bromax on March 03, 2017, 06:46:53 AM
:o ::)
NOT!! This is not one of those trips. However, if folks are in town by then, pizza and beer sounds like a great idea. 8)
Post by: Celt on March 03, 2017, 05:02:11 PM
I was planning on having a mandatory dinner on Friday night where I will hand out the laminated name tags, communications plans, verify ham radio licenses, and perform vehicle minimum equipment and safety inspections. Then there will be a two hour briefing to go over the details of every turn and angle in the trail, using PowerPoint combining available still and drone photography. There will be a time-stamped sign-in and sign-out sheet. >:D
:o ::)
NOT!! This is not one of those trips. However, if folks are in town by then, pizza and beer sounds like a great idea. 8)
LONE PINE PIZZA!!! I'll be your Huckleberry!
Post by: mark1107 on March 11, 2017, 10:16:22 PM
That quote below is why I ran away from this club, and I'm glad to see it's flushed down the toilet! Have fun guys!
Make sure you hit the bristlecone pine forest and drive down the back side for a gorgeous view of Death Valley.
I was planning on having a mandatory dinner on Friday night where I will hand out the laminated name tags, communications plans, verify ham radio licenses, and perform vehicle minimum equipment and safety inspections. Then there will be a two hour briefing to go over the details of every turn and angle in the trail, using PowerPoint combining available still and drone photography. There will be a time-stamped sign-in and sign-out sheet. >:D
:o ::)
NOT!! This is not one of those trips. However, if folks are in town by then, pizza and beer sounds like a great idea. 8)
Post by: mark1107 on March 11, 2017, 10:35:46 PM
Post by: mark1107 on March 11, 2017, 10:49:08 PM
Post by: mark1107 on March 11, 2017, 10:54:39 PM
Post by: Celt on March 12, 2017, 04:40:21 AM
That quote below is why I ran away from this club, and I'm glad to see it's flushed down the toilet! Have fun guys!
I really wanted to make a comment about that as I'm sure others do too. It's better for campfire talk with a cold beer and not mandatory single malt, oh wait dangit I started to go there. I digress, you are absolutely right and I think you would find just about any run we go on these days is very relaxed without much in the way of rules other than having a good attitude!
Post by: JFanaselle on March 13, 2017, 10:38:24 AM
Second, I can't agree more with Celt. I've heard many horror stories myself about previous things, and I'm happy that we've become a more laid back group since those times. I can't even remember the last time there was any drama around these parts! Runs tend to be very laid back, and the leaders of each trip are tasked with setting the expectation and limits for each trip. Some are designed for the newbies among us, who are just looking to socialize and get their tires a little dirty. And others (like this one) are designed for seasoned individuals who don't need much in the way of rules or instruction to contribute to a good time for all.
Anyway, great to see you posting up again! Maybe I'll get a chance to meet you and see you around. :D
Post by: Sage Bromax on March 30, 2017, 06:20:17 AM
Post by: Jayrat on March 30, 2017, 07:33:57 AM
Two months to go. ;)HELL TO THE YA
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on April 24, 2017, 11:27:10 AM
Post by: Sage Bromax on April 24, 2017, 11:33:20 AM
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on April 24, 2017, 11:35:35 AM
I anticipate that the temperature where we will be camping Saturday & Sunday will be high 70s in the day, mid 40s at night. When we are 10 days out, I will be able to get a better forecast.
LOL, I think I can pull my connections with the Weather Channel 10 days out as well...was just wondering what the temperatures are average for that area.
Post by: Sage Bromax on April 24, 2017, 11:41:11 AM
Post by: Jayrat on April 24, 2017, 12:02:56 PM
Post by: Sage Bromax on April 24, 2017, 12:08:15 PM
Post by: Celt on April 24, 2017, 04:44:29 PM
The we could be camping in the snow! It will keep the beer cold! >:D
Shoot, that's what I'm talkin bout Jack!
Post by: CAWoody on May 03, 2017, 09:32:48 AM
Post by: Celt on May 03, 2017, 10:32:33 AM
HOLY CRAP! I just went online to look at hotels for Friday night. You'd think we were staying at some resort. I got one of the last two rooms at the Comfort Inn in Lone Pine and it's $167 per night. I looked at the $40 and $69 motels in Olancha and got scared away by the traveler pictures showing mold and filthy and tattered towels. If you are looking to stay over night in the area, i suggest you hit it soon. Otherwise you may end up in Lancaster.
I might could fit you in at my campsite Woody.
Post by: Sage Bromax on May 03, 2017, 10:47:56 AM
Post by: steve c on May 03, 2017, 11:22:02 AM
I won't be able to swing it.
Post by: Celt on May 03, 2017, 12:05:25 PM
Tony, please strike me from the list.
I won't be able to swing it.
Whut............... That ain't right. >:(
Post by: JFanaselle on May 03, 2017, 02:37:05 PM
Tony, please strike me from the list.
I won't be able to swing it.
My son is going to be very upset with you Steve.
J/K - he's not coming on this trip. But I can assure you that you'll be missed. (and yes, he is still talking about you. He wanted to call you on the phone yesterday and chat lol)
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on May 04, 2017, 08:48:01 AM
Post by: RBduffer on May 04, 2017, 09:03:09 AM
Try to have fun without us.
Post by: Sage Bromax on May 04, 2017, 11:14:06 AM
So we're about 3 weeks out! Should we begin the food discussion? Are we pot lucking it, or are we on our own?This is an "on-your-own" trip. If you choose to bring or make something to share, that is entirely up to you. But I expect every vehicle to be self-sufficient on this trip. ;)
Post by: knightrider on May 04, 2017, 04:01:33 PM
Post by: Celt on May 04, 2017, 04:37:59 PM
I'm going to bring fresh salmon that I caught the night before while ice fishing on the north pole.
Did you have it flown in because you are a pilot? >:D :o
lol
Post by: Celt on May 04, 2017, 04:58:35 PM
I need to drop out for an other engagement, not a better one for sure, just an other one :'(
Try to have fun without us.
What the heck Duffman? First the Winter Mojave Rd and now Cerro Gordo. I'm seeing a distinct pattern here......
Post by: Ghost65 on May 04, 2017, 06:43:47 PM
I'm going to bring fresh salmon that I caught the night before while ice fishing on the north pole.
I remember that...lol
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Post by: Celt on May 04, 2017, 06:51:24 PM
So we're about 3 weeks out! Should we begin the food discussion? Are we pot lucking it, or are we on our own?
I can bring MRE's if you want??
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on May 04, 2017, 07:35:32 PM
Post by: Celt on May 04, 2017, 08:33:32 PM
Sounds fun! Let me bring my dried cow dung so we can carry fire along with us from camp to camp!
I'm somehow thinking this is going to be a really fun trip......
Post by: Sage Bromax on May 04, 2017, 08:51:21 PM
What the heck Duffman? First the Winter Mojave Rd and now Cerro Gordo. I'm seeing a distinct pattern here......Nilda has him on a short leash. I hear some guys like that sort of thing! >:D
Post by: Jayrat on May 07, 2017, 11:37:02 AM
Just Started reading about where we're headed ,
Pretty Cool
https://www.amazon.com/Ghost-Towns-California-Hidden-History/dp/076034082X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1494182034&sr=8-1&keywords=ghost+towns+of+california
https://www.amazon.com/California-Ghost-Trails-Mickey-Broman/dp/0935182217/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1494182190&sr=8-2&keywords=california+ghost+towns
Post by: Sage Bromax on May 10, 2017, 07:27:41 AM
Post by: Jayrat on May 10, 2017, 07:45:44 AM
Yesterday I spoke with Robert, one of the caretakers at Cerro Gordo and they will be expecting us Monday (Memorial Day) at around 10 a.m. They will open the buildings up and give us a tour. He says the nights have been down in the high 30s, low 40s but it should be warming up. There is not much snow left and it should be gone when we get there. They are all set for supplies so he suggested at least a $10/vehicle donation would be appreciated. I think we should step it up to $20 per vehicle.I can't wait,
Thanks for setting this all up Tony O0
Post by: Sage Bromax on May 10, 2017, 08:50:29 AM
Post by: JFanaselle on May 10, 2017, 09:17:57 AM
I also just noticed I'm listed as "+2" on the list. It will just be the wife and I, so please change to +1. We are also staying at the Comfort Inn on Friday night and will be in the Lone Pine area most of the day on Friday exploring. As far as comms, I'm HAM only these days. It's too hard to juggle two microphones on the trail, so no CB for me.
Post by: CAWoody on May 10, 2017, 07:18:11 PM
Post by: Jayrat on May 10, 2017, 08:33:53 PM
Post by: Jayrat on May 10, 2017, 08:35:03 PM
Here is the current trip roster and waiting list. I expect that, over the course of the next seven months, we will have a couple of people with scheduling conflicts so people will move up from the waiting list.
Currently confirmed attendees:
1) Sage Bromax + 1 + dog
2) Knightrider + 1
3) Celt + 2
4) Toro + 4
5) Sitt + 1
6) fathead + 2
7) Jayrat + 2
8) SCUBA_Dale + 1
9) Lemans aka Fire Ninja
10) JFanaselle + 2
11) occupantX
12) CAWoody
13) lutsie + 3
14)
15)
Wait list:
1)
2)
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on May 10, 2017, 08:38:28 PM
Post by: Sage Bromax on May 11, 2017, 06:57:17 AM
I believe Fire Ninja is planning on bringing the family band with him, so add +2 to himWill do.
Post by: Jayrat on May 11, 2017, 09:58:34 PM
Post by: Celt on May 11, 2017, 10:07:51 PM
Post by: Sage Bromax on May 12, 2017, 07:24:16 AM
Dibs on Tail Gunner >:DPosition is yours. Thanks for stepping up.
Post by: Celt on May 12, 2017, 07:29:48 AM
I additionally found this info on fuel in Lone Pine and copied the least expensive place. I bet since it's a holiday weekend they will bump it up another .10-.15 per gallon.
Shell 350 S Edward St, Independence, CA 93526 Get Directions $2.889
Lone Pine:
$3.59 Chevron 1900 S Main St near CA 136
$3.09 Mobil 380 N Main St & E Willow St
$3.09 Shell 403 N Main St & Statham Way
Post by: Sage Bromax on May 12, 2017, 08:18:25 AM
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/swansea-cerro-gordo-scenic-drive
"Rugged backway to Salt Tram Station and Cerro Gordo Ghost Town
This is a tougher alternate route to Cerro Gordo Ghost Town. The road climbs rapidly through a corridor through the Inyo Mountains Wilderness and runs along the ridge atop the Inyo Mountains. Great views, wildflowers and historical mining structures. Located in Inyo National Forest.
Steep, narrow and rocky in places. Last part of the route is a narrow shelf road. Prone to washouts and rock slides. Suitable for aggressive stock SUVs with high clearance, low range and skid plates. "
Everyone should bring at least two bundles of wood, one for each night. It is going to be cold at night, so the more wood the better.
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on May 12, 2017, 08:31:30 AM
There should be plenty of room for firewood. Extra fuel should not be needed. The loop is 35 miles off-road, according to this site:I will bring 2 extra bundles... You know how I feel about the mornings...
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/swansea-cerro-gordo-scenic-drive
"Rugged backway to Salt Tram Station and Cerro Gordo Ghost Town
This is a tougher alternate route to Cerro Gordo Ghost Town. The road climbs rapidly through a corridor through the Inyo Mountains Wilderness and runs along the ridge atop the Inyo Mountains. Great views, wildflowers and historical mining structures. Located in Inyo National Forest.
Steep, narrow and rocky in places. Last part of the route is a narrow shelf road. Prone to washouts and rock slides. Suitable for aggressive stock SUVs with high clearance, low range and skid plates. "
Everyone should bring at least two bundles of wood, one for each night. It is going to be cold at night, so the more wood the better.
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Post by: Celt on May 12, 2017, 09:38:22 AM
I will bring 2 extra bundles... You know how I feel about the mornings...
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HAHHAHAHAH, true that 1st winter Mojave Rd. you were like a frozen lizard on a rock until the fire got going and the sun hit us.
Post by: Sage Bromax on May 12, 2017, 10:36:08 AM
INCIDENT RADIO COMMUNICATIONS PLAN Date/Time Prepared
10-27-16 1300
Ch # Function Channel Name RX Freq (MHz) RX Tone (kHz) TX freq (MHz) TX Tone (kHz) Remarks
1 Convoy Primary Trail Frequency 146.5350 none 146.5350 none Main group channel
2 Convoy Backup Trail Frequency A 146.4750 none 146.4750 none Fallback channel in case above channel is too busy
3 Convoy Backup Trail Frequency B 462.6625 none 462.6625 none FRS CH 5 - Fallback channel in case above channels are too busy
4 Convoy Backup Trail Frequency C 462.6875 none 462.6875 none FRS CH 6 - Fallback channel in case above channels are too busy
5 Convoy Backup Trail Frequency D 27.1250 none 27.1250 none CB CH 14 - Fallback channel in case above channels are too busy
6 Travel - Hailing National VHF Simplex 146.5200 none 146.5200 none Wilderness Protocol and general hailing
7 Travel - Hailing National UHF Simplex 446.0000 none 446.0000 none Wilderness Protocol and general hailing
8 Distance Victorville repeater 146.9400 none 146.3400 91.5 Open repeater
9 Distance Randsburg repeater 145.3400 none 144.7400 100.0 Open repeater
10 Distance Ridgecrest VHF repeater 146.6400 none 146.0400 none Open repeater
11 Distance Ridgecrest UHF repeater 447.0200 none 442.0200 123.0 Open repeater - Linked to Trona VHF
12 Distance Trona repeater 146.9700 none 146.3700 123.0 Open repeater - Linked to Ridgecrest UHF
13 Distance Silver Peak (Bishop) repeater 146.9400 none 146.3400 103.5 Open repeater by Bishop
14 Long Distance Silver Peak WIN rptr 444.6000 none 449.6000 100.0 WIN system linked repeater, system covers several states
15 Long Distance Ridgecrest WIN system rptr 147.9750 none 147.3750 100.0 WIN system linked repeater, system covers several states
16 Long Distance Ridgecrest WIN system rptr 448.8000 none 443.8000 100.0 WIN system linked repeater, system covers several states
17 Long Distance Victorville WIN system rptr 448.9000 none 443.9000 162.2 WIN system linked repeater, system covers several states
18 Long Distance Palomar WIN system rptr 449.0800 none 444.0800 100.0 WIN system linked repeater, system covers several states
19 Long Distance Hemet WIN system rptr 446.8600 none 441.8600 100.0 WIN system linked repeater, system covers several states
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Prepared By: Incident Location: Rendezvous at Swansea, CA on HWY 136
Sage Bromax County: Inyo State: CA Latitude: 36.5245 N Longitude: -117.905 W
Use the minimum power level necessary for clear communications.
Use repeaters for initial contact, or in case of emergency. When within range, switch to a simplex frequency.
The WIN system is mostly UHF. See complete listing and site location map here: http://batchgeo.com/map/dd38a77a78536badb47ce3eeaef65c0a
Post by: JFanaselle on May 12, 2017, 11:12:00 AM
Post by: Sage Bromax on May 12, 2017, 11:42:17 AM
I expect a laminated copy of this com plan delivered to me by hand in a manila envelope the night before the run >:DOn orange cardstock?
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on May 12, 2017, 12:06:10 PM
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Post by: Celt on May 12, 2017, 01:27:25 PM
Hopefully we'll get a 15 min briefing as well.
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I still ain't wearin no name tag................................. I wonder what other requirements are such as mandatory HAM? Single Malt? Metal window screening? Bug suit? 4 spare tires? So many questions swirling around in my head.
Post by: JFanaselle on May 12, 2017, 02:10:38 PM
On orange cardstock?
Canary please
Post by: Celt on May 12, 2017, 03:42:39 PM
Canary please
Rebel
Post by: Sage Bromax on May 12, 2017, 08:58:00 PM
Canary pleaseHow about teal? Or puce? Maybe veridian, it would make Otho so happy.
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Post by: Jayrat on May 12, 2017, 10:33:49 PM
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Post by: SCUBA_Dale on May 13, 2017, 01:37:49 PM
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Post by: steve c on May 17, 2017, 12:00:34 PM
I may be back in if you'll have me. Should know today whether I can get a half day on Friday or not.
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on May 17, 2017, 12:16:44 PM
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Post by: Sage Bromax on May 17, 2017, 12:22:19 PM
Dale, I am going up Thursday - just because I can.
Post by: JFanaselle on May 17, 2017, 01:38:48 PM
On that note - should we pencil in a time for dinner as a group?
Post by: Sage Bromax on May 17, 2017, 02:10:02 PM
Post by: CAWoody on May 17, 2017, 03:49:32 PM
Post by: Celt on May 17, 2017, 05:12:40 PM
Folks in SD... What time were you thinking of heading up on Friday?
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I'm gonna try and leave around noon, just gotta give the boy a note to play hookey.
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on May 18, 2017, 10:19:47 AM
Post by: Sage Bromax on May 19, 2017, 07:38:28 AM
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on May 19, 2017, 07:47:45 AM
One week to go. Weather is looking great. Lone Pine temps projected to be 90oF/60oF, so figure we will drop 20oF due to elevation.
Have you ever used a tent heater at the elevations we're going?
Post by: CAWoody on May 19, 2017, 07:54:16 AM
Post by: Sage Bromax on May 19, 2017, 08:03:02 AM
Have you ever used a tent heater at the elevations we're going?No. And I am taking my tent cot instead of the ShiftPod this trip.
Post by: Jayrat on May 19, 2017, 08:12:31 AM
where is everybody staying Friday ??
Post by: Sage Bromax on May 19, 2017, 08:27:11 AM
Post by: steve c on May 19, 2017, 09:15:33 AM
Post by: Celt on May 19, 2017, 12:16:55 PM
Have you ever used a tent heater at the elevations we're going?
Tent heater............. BAH!
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on May 19, 2017, 12:23:09 PM
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Post by: Celt on May 19, 2017, 12:50:14 PM
The wife is with me this trip, and the more comfortable I can make it for her, the more she'll come along
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So telling her to do jumping jacks and pushups to get warm wouldn't be the best option.
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on May 19, 2017, 12:53:48 PM
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Post by: Celt on May 19, 2017, 12:54:09 PM
I'll let her know you said that, so when someone gets smacked, it won't be me.
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Heh Heh Heh!!! Hey truth be known it was Jayrat who told me to say that.
Post by: JeffBett on May 19, 2017, 01:29:06 PM
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on May 19, 2017, 01:53:04 PM
Can't wait , I should be leaving San Diego around 10:00
where is everybody staying Friday ??
We're leaving San Marcos @10, and staying at the Lone Pine Campground
Post by: Jayrat on May 19, 2017, 08:12:42 PM
We're leaving San Marcos @10, and staying at the Lone Pine CampgroundCelt is trying to blame the Canadians again , but it isn't true EH!
Post by: steve c on May 19, 2017, 08:34:44 PM
Post by: Sage Bromax on May 19, 2017, 09:39:41 PM
I got the approval for a half day on Friday! I'm in for this trip!
WooHoo!!
Post by: Celt on May 20, 2017, 07:02:53 AM
I got the approval for a half day on Friday! I'm in for this trip!
That's what I'm talkin bout!
Post by: Jayrat on May 20, 2017, 10:42:50 AM
Currently confirmed attendees:
1) Sage Bromax
2) Knightrider + 1
3) Celt + 2
4) Toro + 4
5) Sitt + 1
6) fathead + 2
7) Jayrat
8) SCUBA_Dale + 1
9) Lemans aka Fire Ninja +2
10) JFanaselle + 2
11) occupantX
12) CAWoody+1
13) lutsie + 3
14) Steve C.
Post by: Celt on May 21, 2017, 09:03:23 AM
Post by: Jayrat on May 21, 2017, 12:56:56 PM
if you haven't been there it's worth the visit.
Post by: Toro on May 21, 2017, 07:20:53 PM
Im going through a career change and this trip falls right smack in the middle of it...actually this past 2 months has fallen right smack in the middle of it. I still need to wrap up some loose ends.
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Post by: Sage Bromax on May 22, 2017, 06:46:17 AM
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on May 22, 2017, 07:42:38 AM
I dunno bout you guys but I'm getting pretty excited about this trip.
We're extremely pumped. Ready to just power down for a few days and relax with some awesome people.
Post by: Sage Bromax on May 23, 2017, 01:30:52 PM
Currently confirmed attendees:
1) Sage Bromax
2) Knightrider + 1
3) Celt + 2
4) Sitt + 1
5) fathead + 2
6) Jayrat + 2
7) SCUBA_Dale + 1
8 ) Lemans aka Fire Ninja +2
9) JFanaselle + 2
10) occupantX
11) CAWoody+1
12) lutsie + 3
13) Steve C.
Post by: RikRong on May 23, 2017, 02:28:00 PM
Anybody with extra time, check out Randsburg it's only 1.3 miles off Hwy.395This is a town that time forgot.
if you haven't been there it's worth the visit.
Post by: CAWoody on May 23, 2017, 06:02:41 PM
This is a town that time forgot.
No, Randsburg is a town where people go to be forgotten.
Post by: Jayrat on May 24, 2017, 12:01:33 AM
Last Name:
First Name:
Screen Name:
Call Sign:
Class of Bourbon:
Post by: Celt on May 24, 2017, 04:18:38 AM
So, I have all of our name tags written out :
Last Name:
First Name:
Screen Name:
Call Sign:
Class of Bourbon:
Have you checked everyone's HAM license to make sure it's valid?
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on May 24, 2017, 11:09:08 AM
Have you checked everyone's HAM license to make sure it's valid?Can I bribe you with a delicious ham to skip over my license validation?
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Post by: Celt on May 24, 2017, 05:26:48 PM
Can I bribe you with a delicious ham to skip over my license validation?
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A HAM SAMMICH makes up for just about everything!
Post by: Sage Bromax on May 25, 2017, 06:23:59 AM
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Post by: steve c on May 25, 2017, 08:29:31 AM
Need to know what to pack!
Post by: knightrider on May 25, 2017, 09:24:47 AM
Post by: steve c on May 25, 2017, 09:33:04 AM
hard to predict due to all the weather stations are in the valley below and we will be at 9800/7800 ft. average is 3 degree drop for every 1000 ft of elevation gain, weather at 3000ft is going to be 85/55. I would say bring clothes...
Interesting. I hadn't considered "clothes"
I will bring them.
Post by: Sage Bromax on May 25, 2017, 09:37:34 AM
Post by: Celt on May 25, 2017, 10:32:05 AM
Probably into the 30s at night. Bring your fur-lined jock strap. :o
Interesting. I hadn't considered "clothes"
I will bring them.
Yes, that would be a good idea. The bears man think of the bears!
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Post by: Celt on May 25, 2017, 07:49:54 PM
Post by: Jayrat on May 25, 2017, 07:58:57 PM
Crimony $3.15.... I bet by this weekend it will go up .10 more a gallon because of the holiday weekend.the NEWS says highest since memorial 2015
Post by: Celt on May 25, 2017, 08:17:26 PM
the NEWS says highest since memorial 2015
Yeah and wait until moonbeam's ingenious gas tax hike goes into full swing. Were really going to feel the pinch on everything.
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on May 25, 2017, 08:22:19 PM
Yeah and wait until moonbeam's ingenious gas tax hike goes into full swing. Were really going to feel the pinch on everything.Time to join the AZ Xterra Club...
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Post by: Celt on May 25, 2017, 08:48:57 PM
Time to join the AZ Xterra Club...
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Cactus Pete over here..............
>:( :D >:D O0
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Post by: SCUBA_Dale on May 26, 2017, 07:03:37 AM
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Post by: Celt on May 26, 2017, 07:05:34 AM
Grilling at 7am? Awesome.
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I had that smoker rolling by 0600.... Dem bones gonna be good!
Post by: Sage Bromax on May 26, 2017, 07:12:52 AM
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Post by: Jayrat on May 30, 2017, 09:55:08 PM
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Trees
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Sign
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Fire
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Road & truck
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Wood thingy in nature
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iPhone Stuff
EDIT: photos re-touched and oriented for your Canadian viewing pleasure...
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