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ZUKIWORLD Events and Activities Forum => ZUKIWORLD 'The Fall Classic' => Topic started by: ebewley on May 15, 2021, 05:02:20 PM
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Zukiworld Fall Classic 2021 - Bend, OR
November 19th – 21st
Hello Adventure Enthusiasts!
Here's a rough itinerary, a couple of requests, and instructions for those that are planning on coming on this year's ZUKIWORLD FALL CLASSIC! The first thing to do would be to read over the previous adventures and see if you're up to being cold and dirty for three days and to see if this trip would be something that would interest you. Ok - Here's the roughed in schedule! Please note that depending on weather and other conditions, we may not do all of the items listed below. If I have you on 'the list' you'll receive an email with specific coordinates to base camp and other information. If you haven't received an email and are planning on attending, please send me an email at ebewley[at]zukiworld.com
2021 Itinerary
Thursday:
-- Meet at Gordy's Truck Stop 2PM (Gas & last minute Grocery) Leave 2:30PM
-- Drive around the South side of Paulina towards camp.
-- Get to Camp in Afternoon
Friday:
-- GET UP EARLY to visit the A6 war plane crash site. (Stop in Christmas Valley for Lunch, probably)
-- Camp and Have a Chili Potluck & Social around 6PM
-- Optional Night ride
Saturday:
-- Wake up! - ZW Geo Cache
-- Loop South to take in Thompson Reservoir area, see the Bootleg Fire area, Winter Rim (sites in-between)
-- Stop at Cowboy Dinner Tree for those that have reservations around 6PM, others drive on and perhaps eat at one of the two fine
establishments in Ft Rock Diner/Bar
-- Campground shenanigans
Sunday:
-- Wake up (again) & break camp - Pine Mountain Radio Towers
-- Get to Bend and Disperse/Disband 5PM
Requests / Instructions:
1 - Send and email to me ebewley[at]zukiworld.com letting me you're attending (please include a cell number type of vehicle, where you are coming from and how many will be in your group)
2 - Watch this thread for more information. (A list of attendees will be generated in this thread as verification that we know you're going)
3 - An email will be sent to those that are attending with finalized details including specific meeting locations, times, maps, etc...
4 - It most likely will be very cold. (bring what you need to survive AND enjoy yourself)
5 - Have a 200 mile range with your vehicle.
6 - Bring an arm load of fire wood to help out or means to gather some firewood on our way to camp.
7 - Suzuki mfg vehicle or special guest.
8 - Trailers, motor-homes, & campers are a NO-NO, this event is about the elements and simple camping, If you need to haul, consider dropping off in LaPine and driving your adventure rig from there.
9 - If you bring a dog, make sure it is well behaved or you may be asked to camp far, far away from the group.
10 - We'll be using FM radios and the MURS channels. We may switch to FRS channels to accommodate but no one will have a CB.
11 - Chili Potluck is where each person brings a can of chili to throw into a big pot. AND A SIDE ITEM THAT YOU'LL SHARE
We'll provide the cooking you bring the chili.
Thanks, Eric .
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Rim Butte, China Hat, Skylight Cave, maybe a hot spring
I have never been disappointed by any of the places that we go but I have heard about these spots and not yet been.
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Hey Doug - Let's incorporate some of those spots. Rim Butte is tough that time of year because it's been under snow the last few years.. We'll find some cool stuff though, I've been scouting the area. :)
-Eric
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I would surely love to come join this! I just don't know about the 2-3 days driving each way...
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I would surely love to come join this! I just don't know about the 2-3 days driving each way...
That would be quite a haul...
-Eric
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Will we start off in a campground or in Bend? I have stayed out there a couple of times when we were working in Prineville. Hard to pass up the brewery, when in Bend. Lot's of good food options in Bend too.
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Base camp is out near the Fort Rock area. The wife and I usually try to make a pit stop in Bend on the way down or the way back. I agree lots of great places to eat and drink in Bend.
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as someone who is new here, is this a base camp and travel out each day and return to base camp, or is it moving camp each night?
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Hello There! When we first started doing this we dig a wagon-train adventure that is to say, we would break camp each day and camp somewhere new each night as we traveled along the land. However, I'd say for the last 10 years or so, we've camped at a single location and did day-trips to and from this spot. We intend to do that again this year. There is a thread in this sub-forum that has a lot of stories from over the years and you can see what to expect from that... -Eric
as someone who is new here, is this a base camp and travel out each day and return to base camp, or is it moving camp each night?
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The "Event" will start at basecamp near Ft. Rock. Having said that, a lot of the time people will go in groups to Bend a day earlier and enjoy before driving out as a group. This can be preferred if one is unsure of how to get to camp. (We'll have really good instructions and it's pretty easy, don't worry.... :) ) -Eric
Will we start off in a campground or in Bend? I have stayed out there a couple of times when we were working in Prineville. Hard to pass up the brewery, when in Bend. Lot's of good food options in Bend too.
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As always; I'll be there! I should be rocking the Timberdrone Frontier/Equator again this year. Not sure if I'll have Luke this year, as he'll be busy at OSU...
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Ok, it's time to put some form to this event... For people that are thinking about going, what in Central Oregon would you like to do? I can throw a poll if we think that'd help. Doug threw out some good suggestions of " Rim Butte, China Hat, Skylight Cave, maybe a hot spring " anything else on people's mind?
-Eric
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Mason and I will be there.
GX470 or Sidekick.
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My brother and Sister in-law came over yesterday and I helped them order a bunch of stuff from Low Range for her sidekick. She is trying to get me to install everything before the trip.
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Very cool! I've got some things to straighten out too after the Jarbidge trip. Mainly, the fans... oh, the horrid fans.
-Eric
My brother and Sister in-law came over yesterday and I helped them order a bunch of stuff from Low Range for her sidekick. She is trying to get me to install everything before the trip.
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YAY!
So happy you are going to be there... I hope you can bring the Sidekick so I can drool over the rack. :)
Will you let the MVC crew know at the Wallery's meeting if that happens this week?
-Eric
Mason and I will be there.
GX470 or Sidekick.
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I just called Cowboy Dinner Tree. They have lots of availability on Friday and a fair amount of availability Saturday night. If that becomes part of the plan, we will need to reserve ahead of time.
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YAY!
So happy you are going to be there... I hope you can bring the Sidekick so I can drool over the rack. :)
Will you let the MVC crew know at the Wallery's meeting if that happens this week?
-Eric
You like my rack ehh?! 😂
Yes, we'll discuss this tonight at the MVC meeting! 👍
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I'll be there ... in something Suzuki related
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Great.. it'll be good to see you. :)
I'll be there ... in something Suzuki related
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8) I'm Coming! Can't wait. Stoked to see everybody there!!
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8) I'm Coming! Can't wait. Stoked to see everybody there!!
Excellent!
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Hey Adventure team! To accommodate those that would like to do the Cowboy Dinner Tree on Saturday, we'll loop through the Freemont forest / Winter Rim area and drop down into the place for dinner. We'll shoot for being there at 6p but please realize that things can go sideways in the hills and we could be delayed. So, if you want to eat at the Cowboy Dinner tree on Saturday... please make a reservation for your party after that time. At this point, I don't think I'll be doing it but I do know there are several that will be. We'll regroup at camp Saturday evening and continue with the shenanigans.
Friday will be the traditional Chili Pot Luck around the camp fire. Please bring a can of chili and a side to share...
More info coming soon.
Thanks, Eric
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Just FYI; it looks like the fort rock restrooms are closed :o :police:
https://stateparks.oregon.gov/index.cfm?do=v.notices&parkId=31
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After a mere 11 months, I finally managed to edit the footage from last year's fall classic trip.
If you're new to this, the video will give you a good idea of what to expect:
https://youtu.be/tzQcTco0Qqo
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Cowboy Dinner Tree is totally booked for Saturday. If there are existing reservations, it may be possible to join them. So has anyone made reservations?
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I read somewhere about having a pitching in on dinner for one night? Is that still a thing or just fiening for ourselves
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I read somewhere about having a pitching in on dinner for one night? Is that still a thing or just fiening for ourselves
Hey Justin! I know Eric's still working out the details...we were considering a Saturday night visit to Cowboy Dinner Tree, but it sounds like they may already be full. I can't speak for others, but I will probably pass on doing any sit-down dining on this trip. We will see an itinerary post from Eric soon with more details. You can check out the itinerary from previous years to get a general idea for what we will be doing each day.
Sometimes we do a chili or stew feed (everybody brings a can of stew/chili and we throw it all in one big pot). Sometimes part of the crew has dinner at the Fort Rock Diner. There will also be a stop for supplies and fuel at some point at Christmas Valley, so you can re-stock if you're short on food for the weekend.
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Hey gang, Cassie and I (and likely our new dog Daphne) will be there. Can’t wait!
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Zukiworld Fall Classic 2021 - Bend, OR
November 19th – 21st
Hello Adventure Enthusiasts!
Here's a rough itinerary, a couple of requests, and instructions for those that are planning on coming on this year's ZUKIWORLD FALL CLASSIC! The first thing to do would be to read over the previous adventures and see if you're up to being cold and dirty for three days and to see if this trip would be something that would interest you. Ok - Here's the roughed in schedule! Please note that depending on weather and other conditions, we may not do all of the items listed below. If I have you on 'the list' you'll receive an email with specific coordinates to base camp and other information. If you haven't received an email and are planning on attending, please send me an email at ebewley[at]zukiworld.com
2021 Itinerary
Thursday:
-- Meet at Gordy's Truck Stop 2PM (Gas & last minute Grocery) Leave 2:30PM
-- Drive around the South side of Paulina towards camp.
-- Get to Camp in Afternoon
Friday:
-- GET UP EARLY to visit the A6 war plane crash site. (Stop in Christmas Valley for Lunch, probably)
-- Camp and Have a Chili Potluck & Social around 6PM
-- Optional Night ride
Saturday:
-- Wake up! - ZW Geo Cache
-- Loop South to take in Thompson Reservoir area, see the Bootleg Fire area, Winter Rim (sites in-between)
-- Stop at Cowboy Dinner Tree for those that have reservations around 6PM, others drive on and perhaps eat at one of the two fine
establishments in Ft Rock Diner/Bar
-- Campground shenanigans
Sunday:
-- Wake up (again) & break camp - Pine Mountain Radio Towers
-- Get to Bend and Disperse/Disband 5PM
Requests / Instructions:
1 - Send and email to me ebewley[at]zukiworld.com letting me you're attending (please include a cell number type of vehicle, where you are coming from and how many will be in your group)
2 - Watch this thread for more information. (A list of attendees will be generated in this thread as verification that we know you're going)
3 - An email will be sent to those that are attending with finalized details including specific meeting locations, times, maps, etc...
4 - It most likely will be very cold. (bring what you need to survive AND enjoy yourself)
5 - Have a 200 mile range with your vehicle.
6 - Bring an arm load of fire wood to help out or means to gather some firewood on our way to camp.
7 - Suzuki mfg vehicle or special guest.
8 - Trailers, motor-homes, & campers are a NO-NO, this event is about the elements and simple camping, If you need to haul, consider dropping off in LaPine and driving your adventure rig from there.
9 - If you bring a dog, make sure it is well behaved or you may be asked to camp far, far away from the group.
10 - We'll be using FM radios and the MURS channels. We may switch to FRS channels to accommodate but no one will have a CB.
11 - Chili Potluck is where each person brings a can of chili to throw into a big pot. AND A SIDE ITEM THAT YOU'LL SHARE
We'll provide the cooking you bring the chili.
Thanks, Eric .
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Updated itinerary is at the top of the thread now... first post...
thanks, Eric
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Is base camp gonna be at fort rock? I'm gonna be coming up Friday afternoon.
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Will need directions to base camp please? Will be coming up Friday afternoon
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Will need directions to base camp please? Will be coming up Friday afternoon
Hey Justin, if you've contacted Eric you should be receiving (or have already received) an email with coordinates for camp. Shoot me a message if you need more details and I will make up a map for you. It's pretty easy to find, just a 20 minute drive from Fort Rock.
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Hey Justin, if you've contacted Eric you should be receiving (or have already received) an email with coordinates for camp. Shoot me a message if you need more details and I will make up a map for you. It's pretty easy to find, just a 20 minute drive from Fort Rock.
I have not heard from him for directions yet. Still needing. Thanks
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I have not heard from him for directions yet. Still needing. Thanks
Hey Justin, I sent you a PM.
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I will be expecting ... A BEAVER MOON!!
November 19: Beaver Moon
The Micro Full Moon occurs when the Moon is closest to its apogee. This month's Full Moon is also known as a Beaver Moon, after beavers that build their dams around this time of year.
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Great time out there, and a big thank you to all who helped make it happen!
I’d like to order up one of those fancy diesel air heaters we saw in use. Are any of them better than the others? Any info is appreciated
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Hey Joe - here's the one I got off of Matt's recommendation. There are a TON of very similar units on Amazon so shop for price and availability. The text..
12V 5KW All-in-One Air Diesel Heater LCD Switch & Remote Control 1 Outlet for Car Boat Caravan SUV Trucks
APPLICATION-This diesel heater can be widely used, such as Trucks, Pickup, Van, Bus, Car, SUV, Boat, Caravan, Forklift, Electric Tricycle, Engineering Vehicle, Yacht etc...
REMOTE CONTROL-The vehicle can be preheated by the remote control, it will provide smooth, automatic room temperature control with temperature pre-set facility, the control range is up to 30 meters
CONVINIENT-The air heater is easy to use and maintain, can be used indoors, just plug in the power supply, the applicable voltage of the product is 12V
DESIGN-The diagnostic system is very powerful, the intelligent overheating sensor can prevent the heater from running dry and it's fully electronic microprocessor control
STANDARD ACCESSORY-With a complete mounting kit - including all mounting screws, LCD switch, 5L tank, Air filter, Remote Controller... which means all installation kit and instruction are included, making it easy to install and use