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climber_chick
Jul 23, 2002, 7:06 AM
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Hey-i am going to joshua tree this winter for rock climbing. is there anything in specific that i should take? i have never been to cali in the winter. peace out
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floof
Jul 23, 2002, 7:27 AM
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You should take a Floof
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rickoldskool
Jul 23, 2002, 8:07 AM
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J-tree in the winter can easily get down into the 20's and 30's. dress warm.
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a4naught
Jul 24, 2002, 3:31 AM
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Yeah, warm hat and gloves (obviously you'll have to take off the latter when you climb!). And something that cuts the wind like a wind shirt or windbreaker for on the climb. Got down for belaying? Although I've only been once to JT and plan to do more like yourself in winter once the fry pan is cooled off, it was cold as heck mid-March. Like...COLD! By about mid day, wasn't too bad, but couldn't feel my fingies or toes for the whole morning. Oh, and, even mid-March, on weekends camping fills up by at least Friday, so go midweek or be prepared to play hide and go seek all night with rangers as you try to get a few winks in between driving around avoiding them (they DO regularly patrol, it's so popular and FREE). Just be prepared for chilly willies, big time. It is a desert afterall and folks don't seem to think of the other side of that "feature".
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wallhammer
Jul 24, 2002, 3:53 AM
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quick summary, i arrived in j-tree late one winter evening, temp got below freezing, by 10:00 am i was climbing in a tee shirt, buy 3:00 pm it was snowing with the wind blowing large flakes sideways. chances are the weather will be great, but plan for the unexpected and have a great time!
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rrrADAM
Jul 24, 2002, 4:25 AM
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Most new J-Tree visitors are not aware that there is no water in the park. Bring your own, or fill up at the West Entrance for $.25.
Bring binoculars for viewing the stars at night, as the whole Milky Way will show itself to you at night.
rrrADAM
p.s. I'll bring a "floof".
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crackwhore
Jul 24, 2002, 5:03 AM
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i've got a ropegun if'n ya need it...
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climber_chick
Jul 24, 2002, 5:53 AM
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cool-thanks
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betaflash
Jul 24, 2002, 11:17 PM
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Hey Climber chick,
I have the opp. to spend mucho tiempo in the Monument every winter. It does get cold during the night there and can be quite windy as well, though nothing as chilling as the AK winter. Give us a shout before you head down, and I'll be happy to give you the grand tour!
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climber_chick
Aug 2, 2002, 7:05 PM
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thanks guys
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jt512
Aug 3, 2002, 2:04 AM
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"...in the Monument."
I haven't heard anyone say that in a while!
-Jay
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climber_chick
Aug 9, 2002, 8:26 AM
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really? weird
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crazywacky
Aug 9, 2002, 8:36 AM
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Oh MY GAWD!
Corey and I are going out after Christmas!
Um..is that when you were planning on your trip?
I am "Planning" on leaving the day after christmas, and staying out for 5 days or so...depending on when he has to be back at school.
And I am definitely looking forward to climbing with The Floof-meister again!
Oh, and I'm bringing my son, Nevyn, with me. He'll be 10 by then, and he is looking forward to some serious bouldering.
So, uh, yea.
Maybe we'll see ya'll out there?
Scott
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climber_chick
Aug 9, 2002, 8:54 AM
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coolness! i will be leaving the day after christmas and staying till the 3rd climb on man! maybe i'll see ya out there!
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pushfurther
Aug 9, 2002, 8:54 AM
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um, she's from alaska, and she'll be coming down to cali in the winter. i think she can handle 20 degree temps.
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climber_chick
Aug 9, 2002, 9:32 PM
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lol-20 is somewhat warm for alaska winters. it's usually pretty cold here. my mom hates the winters. where we live, a mountain blocks out winter sun for about 4 months, 3 months, something like that. winter lasts about 5 months. october/november-march/april it's long, but snowboarding keeps me liking it!
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toobigtoclimb
Aug 9, 2002, 9:44 PM
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How much better was Josh when it was a Monument? Those were the good old days.
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fitz
Aug 9, 2002, 10:54 PM
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Climber_chick,
Being Alaska tough might come in handy. On chilly days, a lot of climbers head to Indian Cove on the north side of the park. If you don't mind the cold, you might end up with some of the normal hotspots (ex. Thin Wall), pretty much to yourself.
I always go for a couple of weekdays in August. I don't mind the heat, and it is almost eerie to have all of Hidden Valey to yourself.
Have a nice trip.
-jjf
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climber_chick
Aug 10, 2002, 12:06 AM
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thanks. we are wimps when it comes to heat, not to be spoken for all, but for my family and friends. our little circle dies in 80 degree weather. lol , pretty lame, huh?
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topher
Aug 10, 2002, 12:51 AM
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im planning on going down to bishop in late january, or at the start of feb, and i was wanting to know if the weather is the same there ase it is in j-tree.
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crazywacky
Sep 6, 2002, 5:26 AM
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OK..Looks like I need to update.
I now have 4 possibly 5 people coming out with
me on this trip.
My son Nevyn,
brother Corey,
and a 2 or three friends from the gym
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We are still planning on 27th through 1st.
Probably Hidden Valley Campground maybe moving
to Indian Cove if it gets too chilly. :-)
Anyone else able to come down?
[/body]
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pbjosh
Sep 6, 2002, 5:44 AM
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Except for when I'm doing something stupid, cold and dumb like going to Canada for a bout of ice climbing in -30 degree temperatures (yikes, stupid! I'll have to do it again this year) I usually spend most of my winter in the tree.
I'm always looking for climbing partners midweek and can give you the grand tour. I usually sleep out or in my car in a down bag. I bring a fleece and a down and a beanie and cotton pants and always seem to survive...
IM or email me if you want to climb at jtree pretty much anytime from September til May...
josh
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wlderdude
Sep 6, 2002, 5:57 AM
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I went to J-tree last Feb to get away from those crazzy Winter Olympics.
There is BLM camping just outside the park park that is free and the rangers even have dirrections. So if it is full, you are not out of luck! By camping I mean a big, barren area where thousands of tents could go without touching a single shrub! Not too scenic.
Bring-
WATER BOTTLES
Tape, unless your hands are leather
Trad gear
Don't bother with the guide book, unless you need to find blots to sport climb (they are not too plentiful) or feel the need to put feathers in your cap (if you knw what I mean). Great rock is everywhere. You don't need a book to find it (just to rate it).
Just remeber that desert temps vary, (you probably knew that) so be ready for anything.
I can't wait to go back!
Enjoy.
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looselucy
Sep 9, 2002, 12:30 AM
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ah, BLM land is great, especially if you like to get roudy in the evening. Last time we had a raging bonfire and drum circle, and didn't bother a soul (I think).
Don't forget a warm hat! My ears always get cold from the gusty winter wind.
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mreardon
Sep 9, 2002, 9:09 PM
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Got lots of years at Josh (and did a video on the place). Learned a long time ago that if you are prepared for temps ranging from 20-90 degrees no matter when you go, then you're fine on the clothes. Oh yeah, and rarely a day goes by when the wind doesn't kick in. The good news is that with so much climbing available, you can find an area that suits you (away from the wind, sun, shade, etc.). I recommend a guidebook to the area. There are more than 5,000 climbs, and not always easy to find. If you want to hang with the crowds, then you don't need a guide, otherwise, spend the money and go explore. There are some great lines that rarely get done, and very worth the trip. Lastly, unless your skin is tough, plan on tape (sometimes superglue to patch the flappers), a double rack of cams and a set of nuts will get you up most everything out there. And if you're into bouldering, bring a pad and plan on some world class problems! There are literally thousands of boulder problems available, it's just a matter of how hard you want to climb.
And keep us posted and we'll see if there are a handful who can make it out there with you!
Just my two cents...
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