Wintergheddon

[Verissimus]

I know there was a move to get this nailed down BEFORE it happened, so having missed the Nov. meeting, what happened with this? We know anything yet?

[jamoni]

VERY interested...

[cauldron]

I'd like to go this year. Two in a row I've missed so far.
I'll bring the whiskey

[PistolPete]

I'd like to go this year. Two in a row I've missed so far.
I'll bring the whiskey

We decided we're going to shoot for MLK weekend at Cuivre River again this year. Look forward to more information after we get the event all approved with corporate.

[jamoni]

Getting ready!

[cauldron]

I packed boots and a coat and a tent and a friend and a road flare and a cooler and a BOB and a heavy sleeping bag and another bag and a blanket and long johns and mittens and a saw and a SPAZ12 and a pillow and goggles and beer and beer goggles for later, and bourbon and wool socks and a foam pad and a chair and a hatchet and a lighter and some cotton balls and a fuzzy sweater and a pocket knife and some blue phone cord some pie irons and a brick of cheese and a sled and a water bottle and another blanket and a hat and a balaklava and a pair of gloves and some pocket warmers and a zippo and a coconut and cocoa mix and hard candies and a whistle and sunglasses and advil and a jacket!!!!!!!

but... you know... if I can't make it, no biggie.

[Impus]

Soooo.... Jan 20-23rdish? 2012? Cauldron's bringing whiskey? I can call for an airport pickup?

[jamoni]

I can come get you on my mountain bike.

[cauldron]

Soooo.... Jan 20-23rdish? 2012? Cauldron's bringing whiskey? I can call for an airport pickup?

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is on Monday, January 16, 2012

I will bring whiskey

[Israel]

I packed boots and a coat and a tent and a friend and a road flare and a cooler and a BOB and a heavy sleeping bag and another bag and a blanket and long johns and mittens and a saw and a SPAZ12 and a pillow and goggles and beer and beer goggles for later, and bourbon and wool socks and a foam pad and a chair and a hatchet and a lighter and some cotton balls and a fuzzy sweater and a pocket knife and some blue phone cord some pie irons and a brick of cheese and a sled and a water bottle and another blanket and a hat and a balaklava and a pair of gloves and some pocket warmers and a zippo and a coconut and cocoa mix and hard candies and a whistle and sunglasses and advil and a jacket!!!!!!!

but... you know... if I can't make it, no biggie.

I've got my hammock and pseudo-jaeger!

All I need is all my little toe-mies

[cauldron]

So I can make it on Saturday. Friday night is a big metal show with three bands... and I can't miss that. I mean I can, but I'll get like fired or something... maybe.

Sylvia cannot make it camping, but I am bringing another person with me. She does not bake bread or have other super powers.

and whiskey. lots of whiskey.

edit: this is happening the weekend after friday the 13th right??

[jamoni]

I'm coming, and Jesse wants to go, too!
Kate says "no way". Something about it being too cold, only an idiot etc etc.

[Ogami the Undead]

I'm in for sure. I also want to hike around the park a bit more than I have before, but that will depend on how shitty the weather is. I'm also going to try and get all my stuff into one bag, so I can prepare for an actual bugging out situation.

[Hudson974]

No Wintergheddon for me this year, gotta stand in a buddy's wedding.

[drewder]

No Wintergheddon for me this year, gotta stand in a buddy's wedding.

If you are just standing, won't a cardboard cut out work?

See everyone there again this year.

[isotek]

Im down provided I can locate some transport assistance since I no longer drive.

[drewder]

Im down provided I can locate some transport assistance since I no longer drive.

I will probably have you covered on that. Since I will be in your neck of the woods the night before. Want to crash at my pad Thursday night?

[PistolPete]

From crypto:

All: Wintergheddon is only 2 weeks away, so its time to get things in motion.

Leaving Friday, 13 Jan
Returning Sunday, 15 Jan

The current weather prediction for our weekend is 30 and snowing, both
days. Thats a recipe for heavy thick snow, so plan accordingly.

The game plan will be like last year: convoy out from the city
early-ish in the morning on Friday. If we have a westerly contingent
that doesnt want to rally from the south side, we can stop by Bass Pro
in St. Charles to pick them up.

We'll break camp on Sunday, have the traditional Wrecking Of The
Denny's, come home, and have the ZS meeting Sunday night. That gives
you Monday on MLK day to recover if you get that day off.

I need to tell the park rangers approx how many we're going to have
this year so please reply soon if you're gonna head out with us.

[crypto]

Here's my gear list this year:

Winter Camping means a lot more stuff to bring.

Whos bringing an axe/saw this year? Some years we have 10 axes, some years we dont have any!

I'm not sure if I'm going to adjust fire on my list due to the possibility of wet snow. Maybe just add rain pants, because my outer layer parka is pretty damn waterproof.
















Wintergheddon equipment list:

Shelter:
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Tent
heavy tent stakes
tent footprint
nylon tarp(s)
Winter sleeping bag
closed cell sleeping pad


Food + water gear
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Water filter
water tabs OR small saline bottle full of bleach
Stove
Messkit w spork
Water bottles + cup
Water storage bags
cleaning/scouring pad

Fire and light making gear
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Headlamp
Knife with firesteel
backup knife
multiple cig lighters
tinder box
compass
Hatchet/axe/saw
sharpening puck for hatchet

Misc:
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2-way radio(s)
toiletries bag
TP
poop hole shovel
wet wipes
camp chair

Clothing:
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socks
undies
base layer
mid-layers
winter coat
light gloves
hat
sunglasses
boots
balaclava



Food
----
Egg beaters
Oil
Hot sauce
sausage
biscuits
Mountain Houses
steaks
steak seasoning
spice wheel
bullion cubes
coffee/tea/drink packet bag
meat log
cheese log
candy

[Israel]

I will be bringing an axe, saw, shovel, and mattock and carry what is lacking to camp.

[crypto]

axe, saw, shovel, grappling hook, oar, shield, bottle opener, wire cutter, can opener, wrench, ruler, and mattock

Fixed that for you.

[cauldron]

I am hosting a Metal show Friday. I'll be driving down Sat morning (late)

I can bring a saw, ax, shovel, and a bucket.

I want to buy a sled and try it out for hauling stuff to camp, and then see if it works for wood hauling. one of the heavy black sleds for ice fishing.

[jamoni]

Is anyone bringing an actual full sized axe? With my elbow issues, I can't really use a hatchet, so I may just bring my big axe.
Also, I'll be bringing files and sharpening stones, so we have that covered.

[crypto]

Mike, Ive got that axe-hatchet puck thing that works pretty well, Just bring the file and skip the stone.