Gauging Interest: Pismo Beach May 2010 Return of the Flying Land Rovers

[LandRonB]

To the Top: Trip Sheet (updated 05/20/10)

 

Ok, this is the official trip sheet for our upcoming NCLR Annual Gathering @ Pismo Beach May 21-23, 2010.

 

Before this May 21-23 trip, I need attendees to respond to the following questions below by Sunday May 16; will help further complete planning/head-count; thanks:

 

1) Your eta arrival to Pismo

 

2) Are you camping or staying in a hotel; if camping, can you bring a bundle of wood?

 

3) Need a head-count if interested in Friday's "Colorado Style Chili (Beef) Dinner by "the Chef" $10 per person. Bring cash and pay the Chef. No salad and drinks provided. Details will be provided by the Chef - need a head count for now.

 

4) Also need a head-count Sat's BBQ Baby Back Ribs (Pork) Dinner w/Bacon & Maple Baked Beans & Cobbed Corn by "the Chef" $20.00 per person. This sounds good! No salad and drinks provided. Bring cash and pay the Chef.

 

5) Some folks already responded, but if you have not, indicated if you want Lutz to pick-up a flag pole for you @ discounted price = $5 ea (required by Ocean SVRA). Bring cash and pay Lutz.

 

6) Anyone interested in hitting Garcia Ridge Saturday morning; led by very our Lutz who runs a Hummer tour; http://www.pacificadventuretours.com; I am going - wouldn't want to miss this; leave camp 9am and be back by noon; time for lunch and wheeling on the sand.

 

7) And interested in joining a going away toast to our friend DCProven Sat night; David and his family are going back to Spain this summer (will do this late Sat e.g. 10pm to allow folks to do their wheeling, finish dinner and poss late comers to get to Pismo e.g. Discochef). BYO favorite libation for the toast.

 

Trip Details (Print this)

 

Trip Planner: RonCT110/Lutz

 

Trail Leader: None. This is an NCLR gathering similar to the MORG @ Hollister. No trip leader. Ea person is responsible for their action and need to abide by Oceano SVRA park rules and regulations: http://ohv.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=1215

 

Date/Time: May 21-23, 2010. Fri-Sun

 

Brief Trail Description: Welcome to Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area (SVRA). Formerly Pismo Dunes SVRA, this sand dune complex is geologically unique and also provides an impressive playground for off-highway enthusiasts from throughout the United States. Oceano Dunes also offers visitors other recreational activities such as swimming, surfing, surf fishing, camping, and hiking: http://ohv.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=1207

 

Meeting Location: Eucalyptus Campground; look for Lutz - he is going to be there Friday afternoon.

 

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b113/lutzg/pismo.jpg

 

Directions to Oceano Dunes and Eucalyptus Campground:

 

Use this address for your vehicle GPS: 100 Pier Ave, Oceano, CA.

 

Or take:

- North or South Interstate 101.

- Take the Grand Avenue exit.

- Turn right (heading west).

- Approx 2 miles turn left on Pacific Coast Highway intersection

- Approx 1 mile turn right on Pier Avenue intersection (light).

- Aprox. ½ mile is the entrance to Oceano, SVRA (100 Pier Ave)

 

Here's an aerial view of this SVRA park: http://www.classiccalifornia.com/dunesmap.htm#

 

As you can see in the aerial view, there's the "Pier Ave" ramp (100 Pier Ave); follow Pole 1, 2, 3....

 

Use the map Lutz provided to get the camp - after Pole 6 and before Pole 7 (Competition Hill), turn towards camp.

 

Detailed Plan:

 

Meet @ Eucalyptus Campground Friday May 21 around 3pm & up

 

o Fri, May 21 - Optional Colorado Style Chili Cooking by the Chef $10 per person, or BYO food

o Setup tent, camp fire, etc...

 

o Sat, May 22 - Optional Wheeling @ Garcia Ridge; leave camp by 9am and be back by noon

o Lunch BYO

o After lunch, Return of the Flying Rovers in Pismo

o Optional BBQ Baby Back Ribs (Pork) Dinner w/Bacon & Maple Baked Beans & Cobbed Corn by "the Chef" $20.00 per person, or BYO.

o Nigth Run.

o Big camp fire, and toast to DCProven arouund 10pm

 

o Sun, May 23 - More wheeling on Pismo

o Check out noon say our good-byes

 

Radio Requirements: CB 7 (FRS7 if you don't have a CB)

 

Fees (yes); Make your reservation: http://www.reserveamerica.com/camping/Oceano_Dunes_Svra/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=CA&parkId=120065&topTabIndex=CampingSpot

 

Vehicle Requirements: Stock Land Rovers welcomed, but best with high clearance 4x4 vehicles. Air down to the recommend psi for your tires/vehicles while on the beach; for example, I'm running 255/85/16 KM2s on my RRC - going down between 10-15 psi. Also make sure your vehicle is in working condition.

 

Required Safety Equipment: fire extinguisher and CB to call out for help

 

Required Recovery Equipment: Strong recovery points (front and rear), Hi-lift Jack and/or ARB air jack (at least one vehicle carry one), winch (at least two vehicles equipped)

 

Misc Equipment: shovel, first aid kit, repair tools (to suit your vehicle), tire gauge and tire pump, and sand ladders.

 

Weather Forecast and Trail Conditions: mostly sunny; windy highs in the 60s lows in the 40s at night; 0-10% chance of rain.

 

Expected Trail conditions: Will check as we get closer to the date.

 

Clothing Suggestions: warm weather but bring layers as it gets cold at night.

 

Property Information

Oceano SVRA Ranger Station

928 Pacific Blvd.

Oceano CA

805-773-7170

Call 911 for emergencies

 

Entrance to the Park

100 Pier Ave.

Oceano, CA

 

Nearby Towing and Repair Services info: Steve's Towing 805-474-6435

 

Gas/Service Station Locations in the area: several especially on Grand Ave

 

Other Info:

Bring your camera and extra batteries, tent/sleeping bag if camping, extra garbage bags (hopefully for those who ordered - I will have the Trasharoo bag by this time), sunscreen, GPS Unit optional certainly map of the area and compass, drinking water (primitive camp - no drinking water avail), nights might be cold - bring extra blanket and warm clothing/fire wood, Full size spare/repair kit.

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Original Gauging Interest 03/26/10

 

I think the trip to the Mojave in May is going to be rescheduled (if I am reading Brenton's post re: lack of interest).

 

If the trip to the Mojave is still on, we can still do this (drive is short enough from the Bay Area) on alt weekend in May so doesn't conflict with the Mojave trip.

 

With that said, wanted to know if anyone would be interested in a wknd trip to Pismo Beach, CA in May (date to be determined)

 

Might not want a repeat (lol) of the Flying Land Rovers in 2006 (due to broken motor motors, etc..) or may be you do (scared?); Certainly beach camping, camp fire, cook-off, and wheeling in the sand are in order. And maybe even do some surf casting.

 

Like to also try the setup of Maxtrax https://www.maxtrax.com.au on the sand; used them during the Shaver Lake Snow Run this year and proved to be useful.

 

Be great to line up the Chef or wanna be Chef like me to do a cook-off!

 

Certainly, my portable fridge can keep fresh meat/fish frozen till we do the cook-off on Saturday.

 

Check this video out by Keptin (sound track from CCR "Fortunate Son")(turn up the volume): http://kep1.com/images/Site%20Media/Videos/Pismo%202006%20Low%20Quality.wmv

 

Pics from Keptin's site:

http://memimage.cardomain.com/ride_images/1/2832/1881/7078440464_medium.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.com/ride_images/1/2832/1881/7078440467_medium.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.com/ride_images/1/2832/1881/7078440468_medium.jpg

 

You might see a Flying Camel (Oscar's vid):

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Or see a flying LR3 for that same thrilling reason (Oscar's vid):

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Don't be scared; let's do it; post if you are interested, what wknd in May would be good, how many people are you thinking of bringing and would you be intersted in a cook off either being a cook or doing the eating (lol).

 

Like to get a beverage, food/restaurant sponsor and if succesful this - we can make it do again next year or make it an annual event similar to the Annual Shaver Lake Snow Run seems to be a popular annual event now.

 

TGIF

 

Ron

NCLR Director of Affairs

[AA Journey]

Hi Ron,

 

I am interested and open for any weekend in May but I will prefer the second weekend of May. Hopefully we can get a large enough group for this trip. That will be a lot of fun. i go there once a year and it is a fun place to 4wheel.

[DiscoChef]

The week of the 15th may work for us. And Ron, I could be your kitchen...goffer

[Gotrovr]

stay away from Memorial Day weekend

 

I'm most likely in with 2 rovers

[Jantiz]

I may be able to talk my wife into spending the weekend out there as well. Depending on which weekend ends up being chosen.

[wineryrover]

Those pictures of years past brought back some good memories! I will check the schedule, but as Will said, I would stay far away from Memorial Day weekend.

[DPittl]

Sounds fun. Have never been to Pismo with the Rover...I might be able to on the 15th

[lutz]

stay away from Memorial Day weekend

 

I'm most likely in with 2 rovers

 

Don't have to worry its sold out already.

 

I'M in for anytime in May and if you guys like we can do a inland trail to break up all the sand action.

[LandRonB]

I am looking at wknd of May 21-23. Discochef and a few said they have other committments on May 15-16 wknd so perhaps May 21-23 seems like the next best. Pls post if this is a good wknd for you or not (still want to count lost opp if thsi is not a good wknd for you) so we can get ahead count.

 

Thanks!

[AA Journey]

I am still in. That weekend works.

[ColinB]

I am in!!

[Gotrovr]

good to go May 21-23

[Jantiz]

Can't make any guarantees but I am definitely interested. The Army drives my schedulle and it's not always cut in stone wether I'll be off or not

[LandRonB]

Ok, I just went to the Reserve America site and booked 2 days stay May 21-23 @ Pismo Oceano Dunes; I suggest you do the same:

 

http://www.reserveamerica.com/camping/Oceano_Dunes_Svra/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=CA&parkId=120065&topTabIndex=CampingSpot

 

$10 per day x 2 + 8 reservation fee; my confirm # is "2-11309205"

 

I will put together a trip sheet shortly; so far we have the following:

- Will

- Antonio

- Collin

- Jantiz - depending on work scheduile

- Robb

- Enrique aka Discochef

- Lutz

Anyone else?

 

Important info re: "Oceano Dunes SVRA":

- the campsites are on the beach in the OHV area.

- Four wheel drive vehicles are recommended.

- Each vehicle entering the park under it's own power must have an individual reservation number. Vehicles on trailers do not need a reservation.

- Due to the popularity and nature of this park, there is no space available for parking additional cars.

- Fees include entry for 1 vehicle and 1 legally towed vehicle per reservation. Four wheel drive vehicles are recommended.

- Vehicles on trailers do not need a reservation.

- Reservations available Year Round through ReserveAmerica.

- Reservations can be made up to 2 days prior to any arrival date.

- No overnight extra vehicle parking available outside of Oceano campground.

- Due to tide and beach conditions, check-in is as tides allow on your arrival date. CHECK-OUT TIME IS 6:00 P.M.

 

Let the planning begin! Who wants to have a cook off?

 

Perhaps we can get 2-3 folks who wants to show off their cooking skills.

 

Perhaps interested "folks" who wants to sample the food and cast their vote can ea chip in e.g $10-20 (tell us if this makes sense Enrique and other chefs) for the ingridient cost. Ea participating Chef div up the funds. We can have a themed food e.g. Paella. Let me know what you guys think of the idea?

 

General Agenda:

Friday Check-in

BYO Dinner

Bring firewood

 

Saturday

BYO B-Fast

Wheeling on the Sand (or optional inland wheeling "Garcia Ridge" lead by Lutz)

BYO Lunch

Wheeling on the Sand

Chef Dinner Cook Off (TBD)

 

Sunday

BYO B-fast

Lunch/Check-out

Saturday BYO breakfast

[lutz]

good to go

[SLOHybrid]

I will show up on Saturday for a while to say hi to everyone.

[Jantiz]

Ok, looks like I'll be off that day barring last minute emergencies. Reservations made for 21-23. I'm bringing a friend with me from work who recently bought a P38, but we're planning to have him drive one of our Militray Hummers to scout the place and plan on how we can use the park to offer deep sand driving classes later on to the rest of our soldiers.

[lutz]

hey Luis glad to see ya coming i can bring out a humvee in the afternoon if you need a extra one.Right now the sand is packed down but should be nice and soft in may.theirs lots of practicing getting off high center and doing brake throttle modulation down in a winches eye.

[AA Journey]

I am in.

 

I am not much of a cook but willing to chip in for the ingredients. I will make the reservation this weekend.

[MrVideo]

It looks like all the stars are aligning just right where I and the whole family can attend this outing. Just paid for my reservation for the 2 nights. Looking forward to hanging out for a weekend. Susan has also volunteered to pitch in with the cooking duties. I guess all we need now is a list of what to bring and how much. Definitely bringing the HD camera on this trip.

[Jantiz]

hey Luis glad to see ya coming i can bring out a humvee in the afternoon if you need a extra one.Right now the sand is packed down but should be nice and soft in may.theirs lots of practicing getting off high center and doing brake throttle modulation down in a winches eye.

 

That would be sweet, Lutz. Brake modulation is an acquired skill when driving the Mil spec hummer. The guys will be more than happy to see another Hummer with an experienced driver to tour the park with!

[DPittl]

Looks like I'm out, have to work down in San Diego the 22nd... Next time!

[ColinB]

Just got my reservations. Can't wait!

[LandRonB]

Awesome Colin!

[LandRonB]

First step - who can be there early Friday (noon or after) to pick a spot for our large group? A good spot I remember was up the dunes where we camped last, and near the restrooms.

 

I won't be checking in till later afternoon (after work) reason I am asking if someone can pick the spot for our group. Be great to have our spot picked out before night fall.

 

Reminders:

 

Did you all make your reservation? Pls do so otherwise you can get ticketed w/o a reservation on the Dunes.

 

Also familiarize yourself to Oceano Dunes (Pismo) OHV rules: http://ohv.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=1215 absolutely no drinking and driving. If you do, going ask you to leave and if any resistance, not afraid to call Park Law Enforcements.

 

I am not saying a "dry" trip (I enjoy a cold beer as much as the next guy to me); let's do the alcohol drinking when our vehicles are parked, keys put away, and settled in camp.

 

Besides, this is NCLR sanctioned trip and drinking and driving is not condonned club rules.

 

And speaking of rules, this was just approved Jan this year "The regulation now requires a whip and flag for all vehicles in the dunes". In past, it was optional now it's required: http://ohv.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=25980

 

Now that I got the rules out, and important that we all understand them, let's continue the planning, and let's have fun! :beerchug: