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climb512
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Memorial Day Weekend
How about a rc.com get together at the gunks this spring for all us in the northeast. Its a bit chilly yet, but in a few months it'll be warming up and the gunks is a great place!
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Jan 23, 2002, 11:49 PM
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i'd love to... how's about april or may?
(march is RRG in kentucky...)
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kagunkie
Jan 23, 2002, 11:55 PM
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Great idea I'm there.
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kagunkie
Jan 23, 2002, 11:58 PM
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Who els, c'mon now dont be shy. The Gunks isn't that hard to find now.
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I should be there for a week sometime in May. The only problem is transportation...
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Jan 24, 2002, 7:51 PM
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i'll be there
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jeffe
Jan 30, 2002, 12:35 AM
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sounds great
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Feb 10, 2002, 1:29 PM
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let us know when and where to meet
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jumaringjeff
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I'll be there with bells on...
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gilthanass
Feb 10, 2002, 4:34 PM
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where is the gunks?
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clymber
Feb 10, 2002, 5:18 PM
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the gunks are about 8 hours southwest of you in new york. its a must for all climbers
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gilthanass
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In that case if it is may or after, and there is anyone going from my area willing to pick up a hitch hiker then I am there.
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zlipper
Feb 13, 2002, 6:01 PM
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make it in june when everyones out of classes and all that fun stuff if its then i can make it up
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Feb 13, 2002, 7:32 PM
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Sounds super cool. How are the camping accomodations around the 'Gunks?
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Trapps tenting area is the traditional and closest campsite. Its actually on the preserve land and as close to the crags as you can get without needing a portaledge. The downside to 'Camp Slime' is that space is limited and campfires are not allowed.
There are other places such as the DEC multi-use area or commercial campsites but the tenting area is my preferred site.
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kaptk
Feb 14, 2002, 9:26 AM
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I've heard a lot about the Gunks and would like to climb there. I work at a camp in Maine for the summers and will going through New York on my way there. I will probably be going up some time near the middle of May.
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Feb 14, 2002, 2:04 PM
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Why wait? This time of the year can be the best at the gunks, good friction and no crowds, besides its all south facing so you are in the sun, i am there this weekend, and also for the get together.
jay
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Late May would be great for Karen and I, as we're working in Maryland till then, so we can hit The Gunks "get-together" on the way to the one in SLC.
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Feb 23, 2002, 6:49 PM
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I could make late May too and may be able to give a ride to another Ontario climber.
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zlipper
Feb 23, 2002, 9:43 PM
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i can make late may as well meaning after the 25th thats the best for me but what do i matter
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Sounds Great!! May is a great time to be at the Gunks. Let me know when you're all going to be there. I'll see if I can find out some campground info etc. when I go up on Monday.
Deirdre
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Feb 23, 2002, 10:25 PM
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I could make it in May if I get a ride ...
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kaptk
Feb 24, 2002, 1:32 AM
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May 27th is Memorial Day, so a lot of people will probably have a three day weekend. How about planning it for May 25-27.
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Feb 24, 2002, 1:42 PM
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Star... Karen and I can give you a ride up. And Dark... Bring 'fiend' with you, that way he can go with us to the one in SLC also.
Oh yea... Gonna heve the "Right Coast to Left Coast Road Trip", and maybe 'fiend' can come with.
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climb512
Feb 24, 2002, 5:54 PM
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I think memorial day weekend would work great.The gunks will be jammed that weekend,but it is not a small area. April is less crowded. not sure on the status of camp slime (last year was supposed to be the last season), we could go to binky's creekview a private campground where they allow fires, rest rooms and showers. we should get a count in the next month or so and i can set it up with the camp sites.
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If we get some definate dates set up I might be able to make it.
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rrradam/fiend: I could do that if you wanted fiend, PM me on it.
Some people are asking for dates so how about we make it a choice between the last two weekends in May, at present the 4th week seems favoured unless someone has objections to post. If that is agreed then we can check on the Binky's/Trapps camping option.
PS The 3rd weekend is a Canadian long weekend so will likely be fairly busy also.
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zlipper
Feb 25, 2002, 3:40 PM
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i might need to grab a ride on the way up as well but ill let you know
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rrrADAM
Feb 25, 2002, 6:16 PM
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I should be able to give you a ride up from MD zlip.
Dark... If you can give fiend a ride to the gig, I can take him to SLC. PM him on it.
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darkside
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rradam: I've PM'ed him and can give him a ride to the Gunks....for that matter I could give him a ride to SLC, but they really be pissed at me at work the next day. Oh well, I'll just have to carry on as weekend warrior, not road warrior.
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kaptk
Feb 26, 2002, 7:21 AM
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Memorial Day weekend is the best for me. I may be stopping at the PA get together on my way there and that will probably be set up for the third weekend in May. I am trying to take full advantage of my time between school and work.
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alpinebunny
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Sounds great!!! How do I find out when it will actually happen? Ravens_Wing_Jim is going to be moving out here to the east coast this spring. In my very neighborhood! What a lucky girl I am! We both want to go. Somebody let me know the date.......... Pretty Please
Thanks
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climb512
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I think that Memoerial day weekend will work the best for all. If you want to email me or pm with a count, I can go from there with a campground and number of sites. So let me know how many in your party and if you want a site. I think its 15 a nite. Camp slime is always free if you can get in,it could be crowded that weekend.
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The Gunks is GREAT!!
The Gunks is RRRADAM's favoriate climbing spot so far and we have climbed a lot of different areas!! We will be there as long as our job in Maryland stays on schedule. Something to look forward to!!
Kay
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alpinebunny
Mar 18, 2002, 5:27 AM
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This is going to be incredible for me
I am a virgin to real rock. (What a first experiance..."The Gunks")
New to meeting anyone from RC.com (I am really looking forward to meeting Adam and Karen...I would have burned the picture too! Are you sure it was drool?... Hangerlessbolt,Tobigtoclimb,Nikegirl,Crazy, you guys crack me up! ROFLMAO)
And Hangerless singing all the way up the rock, with Tobig in harmony (That is if Hangerless comes at all. I mean with that rebound thing 'n' all)
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zlipper
Mar 18, 2002, 12:53 PM
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NO NOT MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND
thats only the weekend of the biggest concert in the USA as of now. and im going its a 2 day event ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh well we'll find out if i get tickerts or not last year they sold out in 22 min
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miagi
Mar 18, 2002, 8:54 PM
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I wish i could come Driving time is 10 hours from Ohio
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climb512
Mar 18, 2002, 9:22 PM
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Here is the camping information and directions. Just call and make your reservations.
phone: (845) 658-9142
web: www.creekviewcampgrounds.com
Conveniently located just 15 minutes from the best climbing on the east
coast. Come stay with us and enjoy our climber-friendly atmosphere. We have
lots of campsites, and a large open field for group camping. We have
trailer sites with full hookups. You can rent a trailer by the day, week, or
month. Our men's and women's rooms have great hot showers. $15.00
per campsite (2 people), and for each additional person, it is $7.00 . Individual
campers on the open field will pay just $7.00 . Our future plans include
building a campstore and rock gym for those rainy days. And when you are
feeling sore, enjoy a soak in the 6-person jacuzzi which will soon be up and
running.
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climb512
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Camping problem. We may be limited to "camp Slime" The ex-creekview manager has left and says the campgrounds future is not certain. I get no answer on the phone. AMC is supposed open a new campground, but that has been in the works for a couple years and is having zoning problems. I will update as i know more.
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So it looks like I'll be putting in an appearance, when exactly is Memorial Day weekend?
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Last weekend in May... The 25th to 27th I think.
Woo Hoo... fiend is gonna do the cross country, eh ???
Scroll down here for the Itinerary.
rrrADAM
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Mar 23, 2002, 3:31 PM
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Yessir, fiend is gonna do the cross-country
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Fiend: Remember your ID 'cause if you can't get over the border, the QEW is a long hike home as I head to the Gunks
Then I get to do the X-country
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Are there going to be any boulders/crashpads at the gunks?
I'd love to get some bouldering in.
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Mar 27, 2002, 3:16 AM
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Hey Fiend,
I'll be there with my crashpad, although I'll probably be off doing some trad, anyone is welcome to use it.
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jules
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I've been looking into this whole thing, and there is a good possibility that I'll be able to go.
I'll have to arrange everything for me and my mom, and I'll have to pay all expenses myself... but I think it'd be worth it.
I've got a few questions:
1) Is there a certain time or anything that everyone is going to meet? I'd hate to drive five hours (and thirteen minutes!) and be all alone.
2) ACCOMODATIONS-- Is there somewhere we can park our van and just sleep in there? (Remember, I'm going to have to pay for any of this, so I don't have much to work with.)
If not, where can I find camping information?
3) GEAR-- I only have shoes and a harness. Will I be able to use someone's ropes, etc?
Hope I can make it... if not, have fun, guys!!
-jul-
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rrrADAM
Mar 27, 2002, 7:11 PM
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You can climb with Karen, Mark, and I, I have all the gear, and even an extra harness for you mom. And I'm sure any other climber will let you climb with them. If they don't, I'll sic 'fiend' on them.
rrrADAM
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fiend- remember what they say about bouldering in the gunks....like jerking off in a hore house..
On the camping and gear issue, there will be plenty of gear to share, I have extras of everything.
camp slime is it. it is a first come first serve basis. as we get closer to the date we can figure out whos going to be there first and set a couple tents up. I have two and will pitch both.
As for sleeping in cars and vans, it is against the rules, but we have car camped many times in the trapps parking lot. as long as you have nothing set up outside the vehicle.
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Last time I was there... All the pull out parking was posted 1 hour only, and they were ticketing.
Parking was either at the lot past the bridge, or befor the hairpin at the visitors center.
Seems like finding a campsite upon arrival is gonna suck.
rrrADAM
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Sound cool. After a day of climbing we can all get sloppy at the bars!!! If anyone needs a partner that weekend, let me know. I'm pretty local.
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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!
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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Been heading up there almost every weekend. Say when and I should be there.
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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
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Check out my post page four, I edited it with the camping info.
Pm me if you have any questions.
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bigevilgrape
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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
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Apr 15, 2002, 4:56 PM
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Your 19 years old man!!Tell your parents to get the corncob out of their asses.
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climb512
Apr 23, 2002, 1:13 PM
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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.
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Apr 26, 2002, 7:18 PM
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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!
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rrrADAM
Apr 26, 2002, 7:28 PM
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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.
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k2exp2010
Apr 28, 2002, 6:54 PM
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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!
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climb512
Apr 29, 2002, 9:19 PM
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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.
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lostangel
Apr 29, 2002, 9:38 PM
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I like June.
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k2exp2010
Apr 30, 2002, 12:58 AM
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anyone bring their dog(s)?
are dogs allowed at camp slime?
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tim
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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
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k2exp2010
Apr 30, 2002, 5:20 PM
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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.
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May 5, 2002, 11:25 PM
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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.
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rrrADAM
May 6, 2002, 10:57 AM
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Camp Slime shouldn't be closed. It's just pretty small, no fires, and will be full for the weekend since it's free.
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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.
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rrrADAM
May 7, 2002, 10:45 AM
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There's a kiosk at Uber Falls, and the country store at the bottom of the hill going to The Gunks. We could meet there.
Also, Marie (alpinebunny) was going to make reservations as per her thread in this Forum.
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climb512
May 7, 2002, 12:03 PM
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Camp slime is open,dogs are allowed. I will be there thurs night late(5/23) look for a green tent. Uber Falls sounds like the meeting place each morning for anyone staying else where. Not too early though. 8 am works for me.Plus there is a place to post notes for any late risers where we are all climbing at. I climb in a green Paul Smiths College Hockey hat. I have a tattoo on my right arm of a cliff scene with a blue cam in it. Cant wait, it'll be a blast. Any of the Canadians coming down want to meet in Rochester and car pool or follow its cool. Just remember its not the QEW and 72mph will get you pulled over. I love the Q, last weekend it was 85 mph all the way.
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tim
May 7, 2002, 2:09 PM
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You guys going to be there all weekend? I think I have convinced my girlfriend that we should show up for one day. I've been meaning to try and kill myself on the Dangler
(I'd actually be just as happy to climb some garbage route to the GT Ledge or the top, and rig shots from there... should be a zoo on Memorial Day weekend, but at least some of the hardmen should be out, too.)
If UberFall each morning around 8am is solid, I shall look forward to meeting you fine folks. Any distinguishing markings or such that folks plan to wear? I'll probably bring my cowboy hat (for the sun, y'know).
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lostangel
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I am probably going to be able to make it to this, I will know by the end of this comming weekend, if I do the thing is I wont be there til about 1am sat morning, and I would leave around 5 monday night, hopefully I dont wake anyone up setting up my tent.. I live in altoona so if anyone needs a ride...
What do you mean camp slime is perminately shut down? just for that weekend? I stayed there last weekend..
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lostangel
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..If I don't find anyone to go with, I will probably be makeing the 6hr trip by myself... all I really have are the ness. clips and a harness..
Did I mention I have no clue what I am doing?
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rrrADAM
May 7, 2002, 3:07 PM
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I see that sign, Altoona, on I80 once a year as I usually work the nuke near Berwick, Pa.
Great country out there 'lostangel'.
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lostangel
May 7, 2002, 3:51 PM
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Whenever you are out this way hollar at me!! I can always up for a climb
Also a note, I have a 4 room tent, one room tent, lots of camping gear and a tag-along-camper w/bathroom shower and tub that sleeps 6, (its not one of thos e big @ss ones either, its just put together really well.. When I was there last weekend I took the tent, and it worked out really well at camp slime..
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May 7, 2002, 4:21 PM
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sorry, the camp slime closed thing was my fault, I've been told that it's closed, but I guess my source was wrong
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We (my mom and I, and possible one more) will be arriving somewhere between noon and 3:00 on Saturday (I don't plan very well). Frankly, we have no idea whatsoever what we're doing or where we're going, so some sort of rendezvous later in the day would be helpful. We've done no planning except that we'll be leaving on Saturday morning, so our schedule is fairly flexible.
Just keep us updated...
-Jules
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May 7, 2002, 6:05 PM
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Oh, and as for distinguishing features...
I'll be the kid in the jeans and a blue bandana.
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climb512
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Lets get a head count and where everyone is staying for the weekend. just to mention the day passes are going up not sure when. wouldnt suprise me if they do for the holiday weekend. rumour has it they are going to 8 bucks for weekday and 10 on the weekend.
i will be at camp slime, arriving thurs afternoon.
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lostangel
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10 for a weekend day! Thats Insane! Exp since the Gunks is going to be packed in the first place, so people are going to half to wait for routes. I am debating about the trip because I wont get there til 1am sat, and whos to know if I will find a place to pitch my tent...
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climb512
May 11, 2002, 1:55 AM
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relax, its not know when,or foresure how much yet.these are speculations and it was a heads up. and last year memorial day while busy it wasnt horrible. we climbed everything we wanted. only had a wait on the 3rd pitch of high e and then on madam g's wulst. by sunday afternoon it cleared out pretty good if memory serves me correct.
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lostangel
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haha well I hope your memory is good, cause my car isnt comfortable... If it is crowded, look in the parking lot, Dianna (me) will be the one sleeping on the hood of a lil red car.
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lostangel
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OH my car has "lostangel" on the handels and a RC.com sticker on the back (lostangel is the name of my car.)
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climb512
May 11, 2002, 1:24 PM
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we've car camped plenty down there.
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k2exp2010
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I'm showing up Friday night. I'll check Slime to see if there is room. If not, we'll try to find some place to camp out. It may be some car-camping for a night.
I'm coming up from Northern Jersey so anyone needing a ride, let me know. I have room for 2 more people.
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outhere
May 13, 2002, 3:30 PM
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Wooooohoooo. Cant wait!!
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climb512
May 19, 2002, 4:06 PM
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anyone planning on being there thursday?
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I was going to be there Thursday night, but I forgot about a few things I needed to take care of in town on Friday. Hey climb512, can ya save me a spot?
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i will set up tent in the middle of the site we can move it to fit a couple others in as well.
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New Paltz, NY
05.26.2002 - Sunday - Scattered Showers
Anyone bringing an umbrella?
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k2exp2010
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I've put together a simple roster list at:
NeoGecko: Gunks Gathering Roster
It's a portion of code I'm using for another project but I thought it might be worth it to use for this gathering. It's not a permission list. It doesn't dictate who can and cannot go, but it would give us all a general idea of how many people to expect.
If it is taken seriously, I will run a report with the status and post the results a day before the event.
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Do we have a set time and place to meet?
I have a feeling that its going to be a maddhouse and it might be good to have some way for us all to find each other. Meeting at the deli at 9:00 is good but if someone is late they might miss out. Maby a secondary meeting place might be good, like the kiosk on undercliff road to look for messages and the uberfall wich is just a hundred yards away. Just hope everyone knows that these two places are THE meeting place to find a partner at the gunks. I dont have any RC,COM stickers but if there were some around it might be good too.
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i think a morning meeting at 8-830 in the uber falls at kiosk is a good place. plus anyone can leave a note there pointing people in the directions where everyone is climbing. 9 am is a late start, for me. i like early, but to each there own. see you all down there.
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8:30 at the Deli sounds good, leave by 9. For those running late, check the BB at the kisk near Uber Falls.
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I trust all of you that are there are having a great time. Unfortunately, I am delayed in my trip to Maine so I wasn't able to be there this weekend. Maybe I can set up something with someone on my way home from camp in August.
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climb512
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I hope everyone that made it had a good time. My son and I climbed most of Saturday in the Madam G's area. Unfortunately we had to take off for home that night. Suprised that it was not all that crowded, not at all like last year. camp slime had plenty of sites. Well, sorry to have missed everyone.
Scott
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