Post by: silverfox on March 20, 2019, 09:16:15 PM
So here is the general plan.
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last update be at the Cochrane A&W at 830 Saturday March 30th
We will head out to Waiperous and run out to Margaret Lake. A nice easy ride accessible for pretty much all Jeeps. We will stop at Margaret Lake where we will fire up the stoves and put some heat to some fine grub (Chili in case the title of the run confused you.).
Now here are some important details. If you are coming, then post up here. Also post the number of people in your rig. We need some food solid number so we know how much Chili to make.
For those of you that were around for the thanksgiving run years ago you will recall we did dinner for 40 out at Margaret and it was a great day. While we can’t replicate the past we can surely make some new memories for this one.
This is an open run so if you have friends that would like to make the run then please invite them out.
So some things that you need to know and think of bringing.
- Chairs (if you wanna sit bring a chair)
- Chili - if you want to put your Chili up against the SilverFox Boiler Maker Chili then please do, the more the merrier. Just give us a sense of how much you can bring.
- Dry fire wood. If you can bring a few sticks of dry firewood it makes it easier to have a nice fire or two to hang around.
- Drinks. If you want something to drink then be sure to bring it. No booze on the trails though so don’t bring it.
This is a family friendly run so bring the kids the wife/girlfriend the dog the family goldfish whatever you want we won’t judge (ok we probably will judge a little bit)
Please post up and let us know what if anything you can/want to bring. There is no expectation to bring anything other than a good attitude and a desire to have a good day but if you can then here are some things that we would want/need.
Chili - make your best and bring it out for people to try
Chairs - if you can bring an extra or two then great
Fire wood
Cutlery - plastic spoons work for me
Bowls - paper chinette works for me I am not washing dishes in the bush
Hillbilly napkins (rolls of paper towels)
Buns - some nice bread to go with the Chili
Cookstove - something to heat the Chili with
Garbage bags
That’s kinda all I can think of off the top of my head.
I will bring a big ole pot of Chili and my burner and propane to heat it with.
So far here is the list.
SilverFox and 2 passengers
- Chili
- Cookstove
- Propane
- Bowls
- Spoons
- Garbage Bags
Let’s make this one epic. Looking foreword to seeing you on the trails.
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Edit: I added the date and time - Rob
Post by: Vinman on March 20, 2019, 09:36:45 PM
I’ll bring the following:
- 20lb propane bottle and see if I can find the splitter, if not I’ll bring a 5 lb bottle as well
- couple of chairs
- the ezee-up shelter
- some nice fit cut-offs for firewood
- folding table
- garbage bags
- some type of food item yet to be determined
Post by: Immortal on March 20, 2019, 09:48:33 PM
We'll bring buns
Might be able to sneak a folding table in as well.
Post by: slanktapper on March 21, 2019, 08:51:03 AM
Post by: hps4evr on March 21, 2019, 10:27:02 AM
Post by: The Machinist on March 21, 2019, 11:08:48 AM
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Post by: GoChris on March 21, 2019, 12:07:25 PM
Post by: Anton on March 21, 2019, 02:37:09 PM
Will bring:
A flat or 2 of drinks
Fire wood with hatchet.
Buns, shredded cheese, pack of plates, cutlery and paper towel and bags.
Post by: SwampSinger on March 21, 2019, 03:13:57 PM
have fun and keep all 4 on the floor
Post by: slanktapper on March 21, 2019, 09:00:17 PM
Post by: specialk on March 22, 2019, 08:25:17 AM
Post by: silverfox on March 22, 2019, 10:24:08 AM
9 Rigs with 19 potential people and here is a list of what we have covered so far.
Looking good.
I figure we will meet in Cochran at A&W for 8:30 am and roll out from there and air down at the gravel pit unless someone has an alternate plan.
Here is list as I see it so far. Lemme know if I am missing anyone. I have only put folks on the list that have replied to this thread, I see a few others had replied on the initial thread so please post up here if your coming.
SEE UPDATED LIST FURTHER DOWN IN POST.
Post by: slanktapper on March 22, 2019, 11:22:50 AM
I'll bring some drinks, Costco flat of pop probably, some red solo cups, maybe some other snakes I'll see what I can fit in the little TJ
EDIT: I'll bring my chains as well. It's supposed to snow all Wednesday and Thursday out there with only a high of +2 and +4 on the 29th and 30th.
Worst case we can have a few people pulling people up to the 1 or 2 hills out there. My only concern really is the hill on the way out, as we all know it's north facing and has a few dips that make taking a run at it not the easiest thing to do. Rather not turn anyone away too.
Post by: Vinman on March 22, 2019, 07:10:17 PM
Post by: hps4evr on March 23, 2019, 12:02:59 AM
Post by: FiEND on March 23, 2019, 06:21:51 AM
Me + 1
we can bring firewood and snacks.
Post by: specialk on March 23, 2019, 08:15:42 AM
I'll bring some drinks, Costco flat of pop probably, some red solo cups, maybe some other snakes I'll see what I can fit in the little TJ
I would leave the snakes at home. It will too cold for them.
Post by: The Machinist on March 23, 2019, 08:44:08 AM
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Post by: Vinman on March 24, 2019, 10:15:02 AM
Post by: FiEND on March 24, 2019, 11:24:27 AM
Post by: slanktapper on March 24, 2019, 08:33:36 PM
11/0 Monday
8/-1
3/-4 with snow Wednesday
7/-5
10/-3
11/-3 Saturday
Pack boots...
Post by: specialk on March 24, 2019, 09:41:48 PM
Post by: Vinman on March 24, 2019, 10:04:56 PM
Well flip flops are not in the cards... it is march/april on Alberta after all
It is March/April in Alberta, bring snow shoes for the morning and flip flops for the afternoon
Post by: Kulana on March 25, 2019, 06:42:12 PM
We will bring turkey chilli if that's aloud :D and fire wood
Post by: silverfox on March 26, 2019, 08:37:54 AM
Updated for recent posts. Let me know if you see something that needs correcting.
Most recent weather says sunny with a high of 10......so who the hell knows.
I figure we will meet in Cochran at A&W for 8:30 am and roll out from there for 9:00 and air down at the gravel pit unless someone has an alternate plan.
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Post by: Palu0807 on March 26, 2019, 09:18:55 AM
Post by: slanktapper on March 26, 2019, 11:23:55 AM
Post by: Anton on March 26, 2019, 12:07:39 PM
Anton&Dylan.
Post by: silverfox on March 26, 2019, 02:08:33 PM
I will defer to Exec if you think we can still add a few.
Looking forward to a great turnout for a great day.
Post by: Rubi55 on March 26, 2019, 05:57:44 PM
Could bring some snacks, firewood and drinks
Post by: silverfox on March 26, 2019, 06:02:42 PM
Hey everyone. New to this group, but not new to wheeling. If you think you had room for 1 more rig it would just be 2 of us and a doggo. Would love to meet some new faces in the wheeling communitySure what the hell
Could bring some snacks, firewood and drinks
Welcome aboard
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Post by: FiEND on March 26, 2019, 06:48:13 PM
Post by: rws on March 27, 2019, 06:23:15 AM
Post by: slanktapper on March 27, 2019, 08:04:59 AM
Looks like I'm late to the thread but back in town and should also be attending. Will unload jeep at ATV unloading area just inside Forest Reserve and catch the caravan going by, say 9ish?
I think the plan is to leave Cochrane by 9. But if you want to chill at the ATV staging you should see the 16 jeeps rolling in..
Post by: rws on March 27, 2019, 08:35:40 AM
I think the plan is to leave Cochrane by 9. But if you want to chill at the ATV staging you should see the 16 jeeps rolling in..
Sounds Good. Shawn, was looking at the spreadsheet, not really a shortage of anything. What needs bringing?
Post by: silverfox on March 27, 2019, 08:40:51 AM
Sounds Good. Shawn, was looking at the spreadsheet, not really a shortage of anything. What needs bringing?
I think we are good Ron....not looking like a shortage of anything......just your sparkling personality will do.
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Post by: Anton on March 27, 2019, 09:38:14 AM
Post by: slanktapper on March 27, 2019, 09:48:53 AM
This is going to be my first big outing with you guys. Beside past Jeep 101. Is there a certain way we will be lined up? Be divided into groups, lvl of exp, equipment etc?
TBD, Logically we'll probably put SilverFox out front followed by the other 2 with chili, then kevin and vinman with cookers/propane behind them. That way they can power through to the lake and set up. The rest will just cruise on in :)
If the hills are bad we'll leave a member at the top of each hill to spot/pull, but i can't see that being needed at this point. Safety is always key :)
Post by: Anton on March 27, 2019, 12:38:08 PM
Post by: slanktapper on March 27, 2019, 01:49:50 PM
Post by: GoChris on March 27, 2019, 02:10:40 PM
Post by: silverfox on March 27, 2019, 02:12:38 PM
I will try and find some snack or something to bring, no clue.
Don't stress it, looks like we are going to have more than we need. Just come and enjoy.
Post by: slanktapper on March 27, 2019, 08:14:23 PM
South ghost staging immediately after the end of the paved hwy 40 or at the Y on Waiparous valley road.
We could do the Waiparous creek staging area too frist right after the Waiparous creek camp ground before the gravel pits too
Post by: silverfox on March 27, 2019, 08:17:12 PM
Sean the gravel pits had active operations this weekend, so not a good place for 16 jeeps.
South ghost staging immediately after the end of the paved hwy 40 or at the Y on Waiparous valley road.
We could do the Waiparous creek staging area too frist right after the Waiparous creek camp ground before the gravel pits too
I am just on my way home from work and stopping at grocery for Chili supplies. I have a few thoughts will post up tonight when I get settled.
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Post by: silverfox on March 27, 2019, 09:48:04 PM
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Post by: silverfox on March 27, 2019, 10:23:39 PM
We will be meeting in Cochrane at the A&W for 8:30 please arrive gassed up and ready to roll out for 9AM.
A couple of things to know if this is your first run with us. Safety above all else.
In order to insure that everyone is capable of enjoying their day to the fullest there are some things to address.
Your Jeep must have,
- Front and rear recovery points
- at minimum you need All Terrain, or Snow Tires (not all seasons)
Also members of the Club will do an inspection of your rig to insure that there is nothing glaring that would prevent you from enjoying your day (bald tires, broken suspension parts, lack of adequate recovery points) if we deem your rig to not be trail worthy unfortunately we will have to ask you to refrain from joining us. This is both for your safety and enjoyment as well as the safety and enjoyment of others.
If you are a non member of Calgary Jeep Association ("CJA") you will be asked to sign a Waiver. The reason is simple, offroading is not without risks......regardless of the risk level of the trail and this one is an easy to moderate trail (depending on the snow/ice conditions) there is always the chance of breakage. If this isnt acceptable to you feel free to decline joining us, no harm no foul.
Some things to think about,
- We are going into the foothills...there will be snow, ice, mud, horseshit (plenty of bullshit) so bring and or wear intelligent footwear.
- bring gloves and a coat it may be warm in your rig but we often get out and in often, also in the event we need to assist someone with a hill climb or get them unstuck its all hands on deck and help each other....that's how we do things.
- be prepared to be out there for the day, trail conditions, mechanical issues etc happen we could be out there later than anticipated
- normally I would say bring some food (granola bars or protein bars whatever)but i think we will be good on the food front.
- be respectful to each other, this will be a great day of camaraderie, food, wheeling and general tomfoolery
- listen to the members about driving the trails, there is literally 100 plus years of wheeling experience on this run (most of that is Ron) and the guys all want you to enjoy the day
- if you are uncomfortable doing a portion of the run (unlikely as this is a pretty straight forward run) then say so, any one of us will happily spot/guide/talk you through it.
- no booze or weed on the trail..........this is non negotiable
Ok the logistics
We will roll out of Cochrane and head out to Waiperous as a group, we will be stopping at the info post just after the first cattle gate on Waiperous road and seperating into two groups. The primary group will be the rigs carrying the food, stoves, tables etc. I will be in this group and I will have my favorite trail leader with me. Kev thats you, I like nothing better than staring at the arse of the Warthog all day. We will head out from the info post and stop at the trail head to air down and then head out to the lake to set up in anticipation of all your arrivals.
The second group will roll out behind us and likely air down in the same spot, I would ask Rob if he is cool leading this group.
I think that should about cover it. If I have missed anything there are wiser people on here that will chime in, hell there are even a couple of dumber ones that will likely chime in.
With a little forethought and some respect and consideration this will be a great day.......weather looks good and my chili is fabulous (biased opinion of course).
Oh, one last thing. If you aren't on the list above then we aren't expecting you and didn't plan on feeding you. So if there are folks thinking of joining then say so.....otherwise bring a pb and j sammich.
Looking forward to a great day.
Fox
Post by: hps4evr on March 27, 2019, 11:03:38 PM
Post by: Rubi55 on March 28, 2019, 08:59:06 AM
Post by: slanktapper on March 28, 2019, 09:50:13 AM
Wasn't on the list above. Checking to see if we can still join?Yeah he gave you the all clear in this post (http://forum.calgaryjeep.com/index.php?topic=32070.msg194695#msg194695) 16 isn't too much and we're splitting into 2. no more though!
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I would ask Rob if he is cool leading this groupYep for sure.
Post by: Rubi55 on March 28, 2019, 10:07:56 AM
Sounds like it's going to be a great day. I may have a table I could bring if we need 1 more
Post by: rws on March 28, 2019, 10:57:22 AM
We still use waivers? Anyone have any?There were some in the "Business Box" that I gave to Vince after my 10 year stint as the business guy. We should probably discuss this on the private side.
Post by: silverfox on March 28, 2019, 12:33:18 PM
Wasn't on the list above. Checking to see if we can still join?
Yup your good.
Happy to have you aboard
Post by: Milan on March 29, 2019, 10:48:05 AM
Post by: silverfox on March 29, 2019, 10:55:45 AM
Looks like I may go if you guys do not mind another JK. Mark should be joining me as a passenger.
Sure what the hell
Anyone know if there is an aircraft carrier on Margaret that we can park on?
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Post by: silverfox on March 29, 2019, 11:13:50 AM
Here is what I have below........please correct if something isn't right
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Post by: The Machinist on March 29, 2019, 12:45:55 PM
Haha, not sure if we will need them. I’ve got about 2 gallons of chilli here, maybe enough for 15 people?
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Post by: silverfox on March 29, 2019, 12:47:42 PM
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Post by: SwampSinger on March 29, 2019, 12:50:26 PM
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Post by: slanktapper on March 29, 2019, 03:21:21 PM
2 Milan will cancel
Post by: Kulana on March 29, 2019, 04:50:37 PM
Post by: Palu0807 on March 29, 2019, 06:12:19 PM
Post by: Milan on March 29, 2019, 08:23:10 PM
1 what in the actual frackWhaaaa? I actually put the front sway bar disconnects on for this. I hope to learn a bit of driving off-road with a Jeep that I do not think is any good. Have faith.
2 Milan will cancel
Post by: Milan on March 29, 2019, 08:23:44 PM
Post by: silverfox on March 29, 2019, 09:28:38 PM
Shawn. You have a PM... ;)
Replied...no worries amigo
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Post by: hps4evr on March 30, 2019, 07:07:32 PM
Thankyou to everyone who came out, we had a big group.
Big thanks to those that cooked the chili, set-up the lunch and anyone that brought snacks.
The sun was out, great day to catch up with new and old friends.
Thanks again everyone. We will do this again, hopefully an annual event.
Post by: Immortal on March 30, 2019, 07:22:34 PM
Yes, thanks everyone for the day, we lucked out with the weather.
Post by: Vinman on March 30, 2019, 07:33:16 PM
Always good to see new people leave with a smile on their face!
Post by: rws on March 30, 2019, 09:30:15 PM
Post by: The Machinist on March 31, 2019, 08:23:07 AM
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Post by: silverfox on March 31, 2019, 09:33:36 AM
I can’t think of a better way to spend a beautiful day like that than how we did...some old friends and some new ones, some food, the amazing Alberta foothills and of course Jeeps.
I want to thank all that came and gave me the best day of 2019 so far.
Thanks to all that brought food and gear and thanks to Rob for shepherding the crew safely in and out.
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Post by: Milan on March 31, 2019, 12:30:25 PM
Post by: FiEND on March 31, 2019, 11:50:06 PM
Post by: Anton on April 01, 2019, 06:38:24 AM
Anton&Dylan.
Post by: Kulana on April 02, 2019, 06:34:14 AM
Post by: slanktapper on April 02, 2019, 07:47:26 AM
Thanks to all of you for making this a great first ride with the club. You guys are very welcoming and believe it or not it was a positive experience for Rhonda. She actually made it to the lake and back without getting out and walking. ;D
Glad you had a good time! and that's what it's all about. Hope to see you at the meeting on the 17th!
Perfect event, I definitely think this should be an annual thing!
Post by: Immortal on April 02, 2019, 06:16:33 PM
Perfect event, I definitely think this should be an annual thing!
So glad you spelled that correctly.
Post by: slanktapper on April 03, 2019, 09:04:00 AM
So glad you spelled that correctly.
no you aren't