|
climb512
Mar 28, 2002, 11:29 PM
Post #51 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: May 19, 2001
Posts: 468
|
thats it, ny for you. we have some of the best trad and we have only camp slime. the only parking where you can leave your car overnite is in the lot past the bridge.
some great bars in town,bachus is my favorite about 200 brands of beer!
|
|
|
|
|
liquid
Apr 1, 2002, 4:00 AM
Post #52 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Mar 26, 2002
Posts: 6
|
hello all,
very new to the RC.com scene.. but have some expirence on the rock. climbed on the westcoast last summer abit but never saw the potetial here in the north east. i was trying to find some info on the gunks and came across this wonderful and highly informational site.
i'm a definate on the gunks trip and have been wanting to hit the west coast again this summer and i'm basing this on my descision.
what's the word on the camping?
from what i hear camp slime is closed.
thanx
.liquid.
|
|
|
|
|
alpinebunny
Apr 1, 2002, 4:47 AM
Post #53 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Mar 14, 2002
Posts: 14
|
Hey guys,
I did some investigating regarding camping. I found a great web site for the Gunks. Go figure, its simply called "gunks.com"
Any way it seems there are a couple of campgrounds with facilities about 10 min. away in Gardner.
Yogi Bear Campgrounds, (Yogi is my hero!!!:))Well he's not my hero any more, he went Hollywood. Yeah all the perks but at $41 a night, 3 night min, he can stay in Hollywod. SEE YA!!!
845-255-5193
Hidden Valley (after all, we do need to be kept away from the general public )
845-338-4616
Sites are on a river, this is the best one in my opinion.
1 tent W/2 people, 1 car. $22
additional adults, same tent, $6 each,(spooning always allowed, right Adam?)
kids 12& under $3,
additional cars $2.
Additional tents, $22 and we can have as many on one site as we want!
Hot showers and laundry facilities and a store.
There's a 3 night min for the holiday.
I have a 10' X 18' tent, I will share to help lower cost. PM me on this.
If I don't hear different from any one by 4/20/02 I will reserve a site for the weekend and people can pay as they come in. I will put directions to the campground in the forum after I reserve the site. PM me with your opinions.
Bunks in the Gunks
not a campground, more like a hostle
$45 per night
845-255-1527
New Peltz Hostle
didn't hear from them yet.
845-255-6676
Redpoint
Guest House, $110 per night, up to 6 adults, breakfast included
845-678-9500
[ This Message was edited by: alpinebunny on 2002-04-08 08:53 ]
[ This Message was edited by: alpinebunny on 2002-04-08 08:56 ]
|
|
|
|
|
jules
Apr 2, 2002, 7:01 PM
Post #54 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Dec 1, 2001
Posts: 3099
|
I'd like some feedback on a possibility that is being presented to us currently...
The Concord, NH Boys and Girls Club (including its Hopkinton branch) has a fairly active outing club, which is always looking for trips and activities to participate in. Several of us from rockcliming.com (myself, vaness, orestes1724, lawnboy, napoolari, yoyojen, sarahb) are members, and very interested in attending this gathering. We range in age from 13 to 17. There would be probably eight of us and two adults.
We have discussed it, and there a good chance that we would be able to take a group road trip out and spend the weekend in the area. However, I was kind of concerned about several things.
The director at the Hopkinton teen center has ropes, harnesses, and essentially everything for a toprope setup; but only two of us have leading experience, and none of us have ever climbed trad before.
Also, I have my doubts about whether you all would appreciate have a bunch of kids around for the weekend.
I'd basically like to know, honestly, whether we would be able to do much climbing with what we have and if we would be welcome. There would be no use in going if not; and we have alternatives, so it's not like we would be terribly upset.
Thanks,
-Jul
|
|
|
|
|
fiend
Apr 2, 2002, 7:28 PM
Post #55 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: May 25, 2001
Posts: 3669
|
I know that I wouldn't mind. I don't know the Gunks at all but I'm sure there will be a few TRs set up here and there.
I'm sure you could join a couple here and there and do some multi-pitch as a threesome as well. But I can't speak for everyone else
|
|
|
|
|
yoyojen
Apr 4, 2002, 10:17 PM
Post #56 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Jan 1, 2002
Posts: 406
|
yeah im with jul on that one. i mean how many of u seriously wouldnt mind a bunch of kids there. I mean i would love to go and get better it sounds like tons of fun
|
|
|
|
|
rrrADAM
Apr 4, 2002, 10:29 PM
Post #57 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Dec 19, 1999
Posts: 17553
|
I have plent of gear, and even extra stuff for extra climbers. (i.e. harness, ATC, etc...)
Mark and I will gladly lead and set up some TRs for your friends Juliana.
~Adam
|
|
|
|
|
kagunkie
Apr 5, 2002, 5:02 AM
Post #58 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Dec 14, 2000
Posts: 731
|
Good to see that people are actually going to come. Yeah for shure bring the kids, theres plenty of easy topropes that are very convenient. Although you might have to wait your turn for the most popular routes. A good time is shure to be had by all.
|
|
|
|
|
joerockclimbs
Apr 8, 2002, 12:24 PM
Post #59 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Mar 28, 2002
Posts: 45
|
Been heading up there almost every weekend. Say when and I should be there.
|
|
|
|
|
gilthanass
Apr 8, 2002, 3:05 PM
Post #60 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Jan 20, 2002
Posts: 99
|
alright, I really want to go to this, but I have a few questions first. Does anyone know how long of a drive it is from Toronto Ontario? I have my own rope, so I could set up TR, but I have not traded yet, so I was wondering if anyone was going that would lead some routes for me to clean for them (or, even better, give me a few pointers on how to trad? Yeah, I just don't want to go to the gunks and be TRing the whole time.
Steve
|
|
|
|
|
alpinebunny
Apr 8, 2002, 3:59 PM
Post #61 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Mar 14, 2002
Posts: 14
|
Check out my post page four, I edited it with the camping info.
Pm me if you have any questions.
Marie
|
|
|
|
|
bigevilgrape
Apr 9, 2002, 3:13 AM
Post #62 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Nov 4, 2001
Posts: 922
|
dang, i want to go but i don't think its possible even if i could find a ride i don't think my parents would be too keen on it, they are a tad paranoid and protective.
I hope everone has a good time
|
|
|
|
|
outhere
Apr 15, 2002, 4:56 PM
Post #63 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Jan 23, 2002
Posts: 93
|
Your 19 years old man!!Tell your parents to get the corncob out of their asses.
|
|
|
|
|
climb512
Apr 23, 2002, 1:13 PM
Post #64 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: May 19, 2001
Posts: 468
|
from toronto, a solid 7 hours more like 8. I am coming from rochester, you are more than welcome to meet here and follow or car pool.
Camping is still going to be camp slime. It is right there and is first come first serve.The others have shut down or are over priced and suck. I will get there thurs evening and pitch 2 tents. Any one else who gets in please do the same.See you all in a month.
|
|
|
|
|
sidsl
Apr 26, 2002, 7:18 PM
Post #65 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Apr 26, 2002
Posts: 1
|
So this is going to happen May 24-26? Has anyone decided on a definite camp spot yet? Can't wait to see you all there!
|
|
|
|
|
rrrADAM
Apr 26, 2002, 7:28 PM
Post #66 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Dec 19, 1999
Posts: 17553
|
I think that Marie (alpinebunny) is going to get a campsite or two at the Hidden Valley Campground. They said that we can put as many tents as we want on each site.
Some people replied to her post regarding this, so just those who replied will be there. For those who aren't staying there, or didn't see the post in this Forum, it's "first come first served" on the busiest weekend of the Spring for camping.
Good luck, or send a PM to Marie to reserve a spot.
[ This Message was edited by: rrradam on 2002-04-26 12:32 ]
|
|
|
|
|
k2exp2010
Apr 28, 2002, 6:54 PM
Post #67 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Aug 17, 2001
Posts: 159
|
I'm on my way up. What's camp slime like? I've never camped there.
I can come up early and help set up. Let me know what you need help with!
|
|
|
|
|
climb512
Apr 29, 2002, 9:19 PM
Post #68 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: May 19, 2001
Posts: 468
|
camp slime is cool, right there at the cliffs, no amenities, its free. last year while busy, camp slime didnt fill up until saturday. Hidden Valley Ive heard is fine, but a bit of a drive to the preserve. Wherever we all end up, we'll pick a meeting spot each morning. There is always Baccus in the evenings.
[ This Message was edited by: climb512 on 2002-04-29 14:24 ]
|
|
|
|
|
lostangel
Apr 29, 2002, 9:38 PM
Post #69 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Jul 27, 2001
Posts: 444
|
I like June.
|
|
|
|
|
k2exp2010
Apr 30, 2002, 12:58 AM
Post #70 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Aug 17, 2001
Posts: 159
|
anyone bring their dog(s)?
are dogs allowed at camp slime?
|
|
|
|
|
tim
Apr 30, 2002, 1:08 AM
Post #71 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Apr 4, 2002
Posts: 4861
|
Is the date solidly set for Memorial Day weekend? My GF and I are going to be meeting in Montreal but it's not SOOO far to drive (i.e. for me to meet her) that I couldn't do so and mosey back down through the Dacks, Gunks, and her brother's place in PA. I will have to propose this and see if she's down, if there is any snow left in Tuckerman's we may go skiing instead
|
|
|
|
|
k2exp2010
Apr 30, 2002, 5:20 PM
Post #72 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Aug 17, 2001
Posts: 159
|
check the site right before you leave to see if it's solid, but it looks like it's on so far.
or, you can call me if you like a few days prior to the weekend and i'll let you know. PM if you want to do that.
|
|
|
|
|
fiend
May 5, 2002, 11:25 PM
Post #73 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: May 25, 2001
Posts: 3669
|
Hmm, is camp slime not closed? I thought that was stated somewhere in this post but now I can't find it.
I've been told that it's definately closed, but that's 3rd hand info.
|
|
|
|
|
rrrADAM
May 6, 2002, 10:57 AM
Post #74 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Dec 19, 1999
Posts: 17553
|
Camp Slime shouldn't be closed. It's just pretty small, no fires, and will be full for the weekend since it's free.
|
|
|
|
|
fiend
May 7, 2002, 2:33 AM
Post #75 of 103
(13685 views)
Shortcut
Registered: May 25, 2001
Posts: 3669
|
Ok, so I've been talking to a few people that are coming to the Gunks for the meet but are a little unsure of where they're staying and how to find everyone.
Since people will be coming in on different days and staying in different places I think it would be handy to pick a convenient place and time for everyone to meet in the mornings so that we don't all have to wander around the crag asking everyone if they are "insert silly rc.com userID here".
Any ideas?
Side Note: the person I talked to is positive that Camp Slime is shut down for good, maybe I'll surf on over to www.gunks.com and check it out.
|
|
|
|
|
|
The Gunks "Get-Together"
[
