Teds Posted February 26, 2014 Report Share Posted February 26, 2014 Have fun. I won't be able to swing it this year. Hopefully next year. Say Hi to Shayne and Sandra for me. They were a lot of fun to talk with on the DV trip last year as they are traveling around the world. In case you haven't seen this, here is their Camel Trophy 110 coming down Mengel Pass: [video=vimeo;63510816] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco2Guy Posted February 26, 2014 Report Share Posted February 26, 2014 I will say "Hi" to the Young's, and we may be camping with them. Last year they were staked out near the CT obstacle course, and probably will again this year. Once we have a final head count on vehicles, I'll let him know and see if we can all camp together. The Lizzybus will be with them too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco2Guy Posted March 2, 2014 Report Share Posted March 2, 2014 If you want to sign up for classes you better do it quick! They released the schedule this morning, the 1/2 day driving classes are already full and the marshalling courses are filling up. Here's my schedule: Friday, May 16, 2014 9:00 AM Overland Driving Skills & Awareness 11:00 AM Camel Trophy Skills 1:00 PM Camel Trophy Skills 2:00 PM Daily 4WD Vehicle Maintenance 3:00 PM Camel Trophy Skills 4:00 PM Is There a Book in You?—NEW Saturday, May 17, 2014 8:00 AM Advanced Tires: Tread, pressure and traction—NEW 10:00 AM Tech Essentials: Tire Repair 1:00 PM I Think We've Been Walking in Circles: Basic compass skills + field and map bearings 3:00 PM Vehicle Marshalling Skills - COED 4:00 PM Tech Essentials: Survey of Vehicle Tool Kits Sunday, May 18, 2014 Visit Exhibitor area I didn't schedule any classes this day. My family will be visiting for a bit and it's a good recoup day before heading out to the Mojave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LATEAPEX Posted March 2, 2014 Report Share Posted March 2, 2014 I just registered for my classes also... Looking like we are going to end up going to most of the same classes as you, except Elizabeth will be shooting off to some women's specific courses occasionally. Bummed the terrain driving courses filled up so fast ;-/ I registered immediately after the email hit my inbox and they were already full. I talked to Shayne a couple weeks ago and he is thinking that he might not make it this year because of business drama? He did suggest that we get there early and rope off an area large enough for the group because it fills up fast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AA Journey Posted March 2, 2014 Report Share Posted March 2, 2014 Just signed up for the classes as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco2Guy Posted March 2, 2014 Report Share Posted March 2, 2014 Is the caravan still at 4 trucks? Brenton Sean & LizAntonioAlyson If we want a better camping spot at OE, we could drive to Bakersfield (4 hours away) Wednesday after work instead of leaving early Thursday morning. They open the gates at noon on Thursday, so we could get there mid afternoon instead of later in the evening. I personally like that idea because we'll have lots of light when we get there to find and setup camp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LATEAPEX Posted March 2, 2014 Report Share Posted March 2, 2014 I think Bill MIGHT caravan out with us and will return on Mojave road. Is the caravan still at 4 trucks? Brenton Sean & LizAntonioAlyson If we want a better camping spot at OE, we could drive to Bakersfield (4 hours away) Wednesday after work instead of leaving early Thursday morning. They open the gates at noon on Thursday, so we could get there mid afternoon instead of later in the evening. I personally like that idea because we'll have lots of light when we get there to find and setup camp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco2Guy Posted March 2, 2014 Report Share Posted March 2, 2014 Ok cool. Haven't seen him on here so I wasn't sure what his plan is. Sean, would you mind keeping Bill (and us) updated on travel plans? One thing about leaving on Wed. that I forgot about last night, is that it's my girlfriend's birthday party that night. So if there is a consensus to leave that night, I'll probably leave the Bay Area around 10pm. This week I'm going to go over the route for Mojave and see which areas would be good campsites. Are there any places in particular anyone wants to see while we're out there? Long diversions, like the Kelso Depot, would take a while to get given the tight return schedule. But it shouldn't be a race to the end either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LATEAPEX Posted March 2, 2014 Report Share Posted March 2, 2014 Ya he is not a forums guy but I will keep him in the loop. I do not have a preference as to what to see on the trail since I haven't been there since NCLR 09? I just remember camping at some petroglyphs and volcanic rock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AA Journey Posted March 2, 2014 Report Share Posted March 2, 2014 I will meet you guys over there. I plan to leave Sunday 5/11 and meet my friend at the Grand Canyon. We are going to explore the area and head over to the event early Thursday. I will see if we can get a good camping spot. For the Mojave trip, i have no preference either. I never been there so don't know what to expect. Do we know what time we are planning to head out on Sunday? Depending of what time we leave the event on Sunday, i might sign up for a class early in the morning. Oh, did you guys sign up to films and lunch? I think you need to sign up if you plan to watch the films they will be showing at night. I am not sure about the lunch, you might have to pay for it but I signed up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DHappel Posted March 3, 2014 Report Share Posted March 3, 2014 I've registered, but haven't yet signed up for classes. I'll try to get that taken care of tonight. Man, they make it complicated enough! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco2Guy Posted March 3, 2014 Report Share Posted March 3, 2014 Your best bet at this point is to go straight to the registration list page. Don't bother planning out your days on their empty sheet. I spent an hour or so doing that only to throw it away in the first 10 seconds of actually registering the classes. Get an idea of what you want and select the first ones you see available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LATEAPEX Posted March 3, 2014 Report Share Posted March 3, 2014 I went directly to the registration page also.. I did register for the lunch spots in case i wanted to go that route but didnt do any movie spots figuring after a day of SCHEDULE it would be nice to un-wind in the eve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco2Guy Posted March 3, 2014 Report Share Posted March 3, 2014 Oh, I'll have to go back and add the lunches just in case. This morning I added the Walkabout breakfast and a couple classes for Sunday afternoon. What does everyone have scheduled for Sunday afternoon? Just trying to get a rough departure time that works for everyone. I'll pack before heading to the breakfast on Sunday. It's 3 hours to Laughlin, and (some of us) will need to refuel and get last minute supplies. Figure another hour to get on the trail and find a camp site after that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LATEAPEX Posted March 3, 2014 Report Share Posted March 3, 2014 Ya my idea was to consume provided meals when possible and save stuff for Mojave return. Currently i have: Exhibitors Host "Walkabout Breakfast" (Details) Sunday Lunch Options (Details) GPS: The basics (Details) Overland Cooking Demo (Details) Tech Essentials: Auxiliary Lights for Overland Vehicles and Bikes—NEW (Details)3:00 PM - 3:50 PM Celebration BBQ At The Main Lodge I can skip whichever is necessary to get out of town when needed... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DHappel Posted March 3, 2014 Report Share Posted March 3, 2014 Here's my schedule:FRIDAY9-11, Recovery Techniques with a winch 1-3, Recovery Techniques without a winch 3-4, Keeping your gear organized on the road 4-5, Basic Winching (may skip out on this if it's too basic, but wasn't a lot else in this slot anyway) SATURDAY8-10, Advanced Driving, water and computers can mix 10-12, Tech essentials, tire repair 1-3, Rolled Vehicle demo - what to do next 3-4, Vehicle marshaling 4-5, AZ Backcountry Discovery Route SUNDAY10-11, Overland Driving Skills and Awareness 11-12, AK by motorcycle 2-4, Advanced Tires, tread, pressure and traction I figured in a fair bit of 'down time' for cruising the Camel Skills area and the vendor areas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GraemeWare Posted March 3, 2014 Report Share Posted March 3, 2014 Here's my schedule:FRIDAY...1-3, Rolled Vehicle demo - what to do next Uhhhh, after you've rolled your vehicle, don't you call the insurance company and hope you didn't let coverage lapse? Regards, Graeme Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DHappel Posted March 3, 2014 Report Share Posted March 3, 2014 See, I thought the first step was to scream 'hoy Sh!t somebody get me out of here!' At least that's pretty much what I did when I was 18 and rolled my car in a ditch after falling asleep at the wheel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LATEAPEX Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 Hey Brenton, Do you know if Mojave is requiring reservations for a group to pass through the trail? I am assuming it is going to be a busy two weeks for Mojave with Expo going on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco2Guy Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 I've already let Danette Woo know about our travel dates. She's the Environmental Compliance & Special Park Uses for the Mojave National Preserve. She said to send in a new application, referencing our unused one from last year to avoid the fee. Right now we're under the 7 vehicle limit, but Shayne might join us as well as a friend of his. That might put us over, so I want to have it and not worry, even if we stay under the limit. Is everyone going to OE also going on the Mojave Road coming back? Work's been crazy this week (and today is my birthday) so I won't get much done after work tonight. If anyone wants to talk about Mojave this Saturday at the meeting/fundraiser, I'll bring my book and maps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LATEAPEX Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 Happy Bday! I want to talk about Mojave but i will not be in town this weekend ;-( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRover Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 I've already let Danette Woo know about our travel dates. She's the Environmental Compliance & Special Park Uses for the Mojave National Preserve. She said to send in a new application, referencing our unused one from last year to avoid the fee. Right now we're under the 7 vehicle limit, but Shayne might join us as well as a friend of his. That might put us over, so I want to have it and not worry, even if we stay under the limit. Is everyone going to OE also going on the Mojave Road coming back? Work's been crazy this week (and today is my birthday) so I won't get much done after work tonight. If anyone wants to talk about Mojave this Saturday at the meeting/fundraiser, I'll bring my book and maps. Ah... another March birthday! Happy Birthday Brenton! Mine is next Tuesday! -Erin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LATEAPEX Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 Make that Three! Mine is on the 25th Ah... another March birthday! Happy Birthday Brenton! Mine is next Tuesday! -Erin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DHappel Posted March 6, 2014 Report Share Posted March 6, 2014 oh - thanks for reminding me; Michele's is on the 16th. Better stay on top of that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlysonH Posted March 6, 2014 Report Share Posted March 6, 2014 Yes, I'm still planning to return with the group through Mojave and can leave the expo after 2pm on Sunday. Getting there, departing Bay Area Wednesday night sounds good. I heard all the good camping spots are gone by 2pm Thursday and if we want spots together, earlier is better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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