Zion Fest June 18 & 19 2011

Hey Don, sounds great! I was actually leaving the dates a bit flexible (we haven't booked yet) in the hopes of getting a little feedback like you just gave me as to when folks might come early or stay late. Sounds like staying late is the way to go & it let's us join for the Sunday barbeque, awesome.

Bummer we can't join you Sunday for Das Boot/Subway, I'll be looking to get Laura in there for sure, or at least the Subway. And wasn't Paul (always fun to learn someone's actual name) talking about a Misery venture? Also on my possible list, love to do that again.

Revealing my "new member-ness", how would I find Paul's PM info?

Any thoughts on your possible "more difficult stuff" on the 21st & 22nd? I'm curious to see some of the cool Zion canyons I haven't yet seen, but wasn't sure if you were thinking stuff like Telephone or Heaps.

Thanks!

Click on ststephen's name. Over on the left of the screen below the date a response was posted. If you click on the name it takes you to their profile page. Once there on the left hand side of the screen you will see where you can send him a PM.

My name is Chere' (shuree) so there another one you can add to your list. See you in June.

Ha, thanks Chere, rats, I should have figured that one out.

We're looking forward to it, thanks for everyone who's worked to set it up!

@Pubalz: you're in on my Subway! There's one slot left. If the permit works out we can split up the group and meet up where Das Boot joins back in.

@The Good Cop: welcome! We haven't figured out things for sure yet for Monday and beyond so I can't promise what will happen. But I think your odds are best at finding some folks to hook up with if you come for the BBQ and stay Mon-Fri vs. leaving Zion on the Fri when most of us are just arriving.

Makes sense & sounds good, I'll try to swing it that way. Also it sounds way more fun!

WORD TO THE MOTHERLAND! It's official.......keep me on for the Sunday and I will take the PLUS 1 if it's still available. BIG WORM (aka my husband) is totally stoked to go. Paul- let me know if this works.

Excellent news Alison! Your husband fills it up. We now have:

1. Paul (me)
2. Robin
3. Aaron
4. Jon (friend from Santa Cruz)
5. Jack (Jon's son)
6. Chere
7. Alison
8. Alison's Husband
9. Erik
10. Don
11. Pubalz
12. Pubalz's Daughter

We may split up at the start to allow some folks to do Das Boot, but we won't know for sure until the day before. If we do we'll try to time it to minimize waiting where the routes join up. Also we'll have some car shuttle logistics to work out. But, I'm stoked!

Whoa! Alison and hubby!!! Right on. This should be fun.

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Whoa! Alison and hubby!!! Right on. This should be fun.

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I'm looking forward to seeing you guys!!!!!

Yes! Just call him FAT BOY or BIG WORM.....hehe! We are from Texas- the land where everyone has nickname. Or call him RON...it's all good. Will be great to see everyone as well!

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Excellent news Alison! Your husband fills it up. We now have:

1. Paul (me)
2. Robin
3. Aaron
4. Jon (friend from Santa Cruz)
5. Jack (Jon's son)
6. Chere
7. Alison
8. Alison's Husband
9. Erik
10. Don
11. Pubalz
12. Pubalz's Daughter

We may split up at the start to allow some folks to do Das Boot, but we won't know for sure until the day before. If we do we'll try to time it to minimize waiting where the routes join up. Also we'll have some car shuttle logistics to work out. But, I'm stoked!

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On track for an epic subway day! :2thumbs:

Cool thanks Paul looking forward to meeting you and the rest of you i havent met yet. :2thumbs:

Ok, so here is what I'm thinking.
I finally got a trip commitment from my wife. She and I will be taking separate cars down on June 16 or 17. She will be driving down with her friend Lyndsay, our son E, and Lindsay's sons. They plan to stay through Saturday afternoon. So I'll be doing some easy family hikes those days. Camp sites are all booked up so I'm not sure where I'll be staying with the family yet.
After they leave I have permission to stay through June 25th. I have to be home on the 26th for my birthday. Cody, Gonzo, and Bugby are looking into what days that week they can make it down. None of them will make the Bogley weekend, but all three hope to spend parts of the following week in Zion.
I'll do the subway with Paul on the 19th, then whatever we decide on for Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday while Paul is around. I plan to try for a mystery walk-up permit every day until I get one, and would also like to get up Lady Mountain. So plans are pretty fluid still.
I'd like to crash with the group Sunday, but since everything is booked I don't know where I'll be camping and I can't spend every night behind the bar... :haha:

Well Don! So much for missing out on some Spring action. Sounds like you are going to wrap up Spring and Summer all in one week! Exciting.

Also, should we plan a get-together for that Friday night? Maybe picnic/BBQ/Dutch oven in a park somewhere?

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I have a nice little spot in my backyard with a great fire pit and grill. Alison is already there. So ya know you and anyone else is welcome.

You can even dutch oven on my awesome fire pit! I should take a pic and post it.

Good idea to meet up Fri night. I have to drive through StG anyway on my way to Springdale. Plus it will give us a chance to think about Saturday activities. I know Aaron is still jazzed to ride Gooseberry Mesa, maybe in the morning before it gets too hot.

FRIDAY NIGHT! Chere's house! Fire pit! FOOD and BEER with cool people! This sounds fabulous....................

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I have a nice little spot in my backyard with a great fire pit and grill. Alison is already there. So ya know you and anyone else is welcome.

You can even dutch oven on my awesome fire pit! I should take a pic and post it.

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I can't wait to see your place lady! Let's throw your first BBQ/housewarming!!! :nod::2thumbs:

I just stumbled onto this site looking for info on some of the canyon trails in Zion, my brother and I are planning a trip out there on that same weekend. We want to do the subway and the narrows (possible 2 day backpacking) how hard will it be for us to get permits and a campsite? Planning on heading out the night of the 16th for 4 nights or so.

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Good idea to meet up Fri night. I have to drive through StG anyway on my way to Springdale. Plus it will give us a chance to think about Saturday activities. I know Aaron is still jazzed to ride Gooseberry Mesa, maybe in the morning before it gets too hot.

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My husband is bringing his bike and would love to ride Saturday am.:2thumbs:

rmj my understanding is that to backpack the Narrows you have to get your permit months in advanced and I think it is still closed right now anyway.

here is a link to the permits https://zionpermits.nps.gov/backcoun...m?TripTypeID=1

thanks for the link, i booked the last spots available for the night we need

OK, let's plan on Saturday AM biking on Gooseberry. Probably good to start early, eh? Pretty sure my friends Jon and Jack will want to ride too. We would be coming from Springdale. I think there is access to Gooseberry both from the Springdale and from Hurricane? Is the road OK from Springdale this year?

Then, if we have interest I know Aaron wanted to do Keyhole again and take Jon and Jack through it. Perhaps ride 8 or 9 to 12 or 1 and then head to Zion to do Keyhole?

My little brother and I will be in the Zion area June 15-17. Will anyone be there that early and potentially interested in Birch/Orderville, Behunin, or something similar?

Maybe I'll see some of you at the permit desk.

I'd love to get into das boot as I've never been thru that route into subway. I know that currently all spots are filled for the subway permit, but if ANYONE can't make it, PLEASE let me know! I'm in St. George and could easily jump on board. If there's any plans for friday or saturday, I'm also open... Hoping to meet some new canyon friends! :haha:

yo blueshade! I'd be down for Birch with or without the Orderville exit. The 17th (Fri) works for me. I have a 200' rope to throw in

Finished a report ahead of shedule, handed it to my boss and followed it with my leave request for the week of June 20th. Good to go! I'll be in Zion the 16th through the 25th! :party:

Today I was asked at work if I could change my vacation dates for June. I politely declined. :cool2:

Some things are too important to miss.

I'll be rolling in to Zion Tuesday 6/21. I know Don will still be there; looking forward to seeing anyone else who might be around as well. I probably won't be into anything too physical until after I send my wife and kids home Wednesday morning.

Cody

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I'll be rolling in to Zion Tuesday 6/21. I know Don will still be there; looking forward to seeing anyone else who might be around as well. I probably won't be into anything too physical until after I send my wife and kids home Wednesday morning.

Cody

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Bummed I will miss seeing ya! We will be long gone Monday am. Enjoy your time!:nod:

Finally broke down and bought Tom's Zion Canyoneering book today. I'm looking forward to reading it while at Army camp for the next two weeks! I'm dreading the Army camp but really looking forward to Zion next month.

Have fun playing army! We will drink a beer (or two) in your honor while gazing at the sun as it sets on the red rock of Moab. See ya in Zion.

Paul (or anyone) -- any info on this Gooseberry thing? Sounded like some people going to be there on Saturday? Still haven't figured out where I am camping other than Sunday night.

I see the river is running high right now, though not sure the chances it will by the time we get there? If it is -- any other kayak / whitewater types that would be interested in running the river? There are two sections, both in the III/IV range, and both of which look awesome: http://www.eddyflower.com/RunDetails...unId=266#/home (Narrows) and http://www.eddyflower.com/RunDetails...unId=266#/home (Park)

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Paul (or anyone) -- any info on this Gooseberry thing? Sounded like some people going to be there on Saturday? Still haven't figured out where I am camping other than Sunday night.

I see the river is running high right now, though not sure the chances it will by the time we get there? If it is -- any other kayak / whitewater types that would be interested in running the river? There are two sections, both in the III/IV range, and both of which look awesome: http://www.eddyflower.com/RunDetails...unId=266#/home (Narrows) and http://www.eddyflower.com/RunDetails...unId=266#/home (Park)

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But I guess if it were running we couldn't do many of the canyons in the park, so may be a river trip next time :)

Hey guys! Take my hubby off the Subway list. He won't be making it up at all. Work is presenting itself from every angle and he can't refuse the dinero. :fitz: So I will be flying solo with my kids. Like usual. :roll:

Did I just hear an opening pop up on the Subway permit??

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Did I just hear an opening pop up on the Subway permit??

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Sounds like there is now one empty spot. It would be great to have you along Nick! Of course, there is still risk that it won't be open :eek2:
But, I'm optimistic that it will (just) open in time.

Alison - sorry to hear that Big Worm can't come. It's been even a little touch-and-go for me. I'm passing up on a business trip to Europe and I'll have to be on a conference call Tuesday night at midnight to 2am to present to the folks overseas. I think I'll start the presentation with a photo from the day's canyon :fitz:

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Alison - sorry to hear that Big Worm can't come. It's been even a little touch-and-go for me. :fitz:

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Yea. Super bummed but I am used to it. :lol8: I tend to roll solo more than I do attached. Anyhow...someones gotta stay and make the buck so momma can go play. :nod: Regarding Subways opening, is there a website to check and if so, what is the link? I was talking to Chere about that when we were in Moab last weekend. At least discussing the potential for it not to open because of runoff.

Awe so sad Alison. Glad I got to meet Big Worm in Moab. See ya soon!!!!