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Originally Posted by Scott Card
I would nt describe myself as being "faint of heart" but if that is a nice way of saying "not for uncoordinated people" than maybe that would apply to me. It sounded awesome though with that 300 foot rappel.
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Originally Posted by Scott Card
I would nt describe myself as being "faint of heart" but if that is a nice way of saying "not for uncoordinated people" than maybe that would apply to me. It sounded awesome though with that 300 foot rappel.
http://www.zionnational-park.com/ima...ms/index68.htm
Look at the 1st and 2nd row of photos... this is the 300 ft rappel. It was scary and my arm was tense, so it got tired. That is what is scary when you go --- dang! My arm is exhausted.. I am going to FALL!!!! :mrgreen:
I LOVED it :five:
That is Bo in the photohttp://www.zionnational-park.com/ima...tead-f_jpg.jpg
300 feet is a huge rappel but I totally want to do that. It looks awesome!
I would like to come. I can bring a rope or two.
It will be great to have you!Quote:
Originally Posted by Stick
Hey guys, 86 me off the list so others can have a shot at this weekend. This happens to be a weekend I am covering for my co-worker. If something changes, I'll let you know. I may just hit up Zion a bit earlier in the month. :cry1:
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Originally Posted by abirken
Booo!
If I can make it work, I will. But my co-worker is going to her son's wedding and I'm the only other person to work. Blah! I know. We'll see. There may be a 'plan B' lurking in the background.......but not crossing my fingers. :ne_nau: :frustrated:Quote:
Originally Posted by DiscGo
Has the helmet patrol gone on vacation? And he is the Search & Rescue man? :nono:Quote:
Originally Posted by tanya
Totally diasagree. I've done it twice and while it certainly isn't very technical it does pass through some gorgeous scenery. It's got some semi-spicy downclimbing, at least for newbies, a big rap, and lots of opportunity to play in the water. The exit is quick and going up French Canyon is one of the highlights. IMO.Quote:
Rock is a waste of time, if you want to take it off your list or just slogg on out in the water go for it, lol
Maybe we'll get lucky and they will call off the wedding :)Quote:
Originally Posted by abirken
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Originally Posted by nelsonccc
I like playing in water.
Is French Canyon the same as Joe's French Canyon? I assume it is. That is the best way to do Fat Man's I think .. but time consuming for the shuttle, but the shuttle part can be fun too - depending on who you go with. :haha:Quote:
Originally Posted by nelsonccc
Bo's write up using the French Canyon Exit:
http://www.zionnational-park.com/parunuweap-canyon.htm
Shane's Rock Canyon
http://climb-utah.com/Zion/rock.htm
What is everyones thoughts? We can do a different place on Friday and Saturday night maybe. Anyone want to be in charge of party time?
Let's shoot for 6pm since some people like to go to bed early and are staying in St. George and those who finish canyons late can still show up because the group will still be there. Let's take some suggestions for where to party -- Springdale will probably work best for everyone. Will this work?
We could even have a pot-luck, drinkfest at my house one or all of those nights. That would be easy for those staying here. If campers are in Mosquito Cove that is between St. George and Zion so it would not be too bad for them. Or we could just have the drinkfest here after the restaurant dinner. :lol8:
Restraunt Choices
Friday Night and Saturday Nights - 6pm until whenever
St George places is an option but probably not as convenient as Springdale for everyone.
Bit n' Spur Salon and Mexican Restaurant
http://www.bitandspur.com/
Zion Pizza & Noodle Company
Sadly they only take cash and local checks. They do serve beer.
http://www.zionpizzanoodle.com/home.html
Oscars is good too and there is room outside for us, but probably not inside.
http://www.cafeoscars.com/
Majestic View Steakhouse and Saloon
http://www.majesticviewlodge.com/
Switchback Grill
http://www.switchbacktrading.com/grille/index.htm
Other places of interest?
What are everyones ideas on where to stay?
I am letting anyone that wants to, stay on the floor at my house in Ivins/St. George on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The floor is not carpeted so bring air mattresses. Here is the link to where I am living right now. I got it to rent it out, so I am not sure how long I will live here, but I am gettign use to it, so I might stick around. :nod:
http://www.zionnational-park.com/sai...ntal-homes.htm
Some of you are always interested in camping in the great outdoors. Here is just a link, nothing exciting.
http://www.zion.national-park.com/camping.htm#camp
Let us know your favorite camping spots. Do you want a big group camping together? Is everyone welcome to camp where you are?
There are a variety of motels in St. George or Hurricane to choose from as well.
http://wikitravel.org/en/Springdale_(Utah)
http://www.zionpark.com/Hotels.htm
Agree on the scenery, but the entrance to French definitely had a nice scent, lol Let's not forget about the quicksand in many spots.Quote:
Originally Posted by nelsonccc
I put in a lottery request for Mystery on 27th, 6 people.
Put me down for a very strong maybe.
The only reason I don't feel confident to lead is because I don't have very much Zion experience. But as far as knots, navigating, belays, ropework, etc I am solid and can help out a leader. I would like to hit Kolob, Eye of the Needle, and Boundary, but I have never done those routes before, so I don't feel comfortable leading them.
Count me in to finally come to one of these! I don't have an hour or two to read all the posts so I'll just watch the first one and hope I get all the info I need from that. If you change it to August, I'm out. After June I'll be playing in the mountains. I can lead whatever, I'd like to do a Right Fork Trip, probably a one dayer, possibly an overnight. I'll lead Kolob if it's flowing at least 3 cfs. I've not done Oak or Boundry so I'd be down to do those. I'd be happy to lead Imlay (shortcut), Misery, Pine Creek, Keyhole, Echo, Das Boot/Subway (done all of them at least twice), as well. If anyone wants to do something the 25th I'd be down for that. I'd also possibly stay till the end of the month if I had partners.
Last year we had BogleyFest involve 2 days of Canyoneering (Saturday & Sunday) and I am hoping that this year we can be doing 3 full days of Canyoneering.