Desert West 70 Series Meet-up June 21st to 25th 2023
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According to the river map linked above, it looks pretty mellow. One class three and one or two class l & ll
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Yup, it's fairly chill. This year the levels might be pretty high with how much snow we've had though.
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Currently the plan is to meet somewhere in the Dutch John, Utah/Vernal area where we'll set up a basecamp. I haven't got a specific spot just yet however I'll be going this coming weekend to find something. With regards to offroad trails to run, there are a bunch in Vernal worth doing. Moab type vibes where there's everything from mild dirt roads to rock crawling requiring 40's, winch, lockers and the works.
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Okay, so I have a reservation booked for a group campground just outside Dutch John for the meet up. I will send out direct messages to all who have shown interest with more specific details on where to go and whatnot. Sorry for the delay in getting information out. Things got pretty busy with work and broken cruisers.
I have been down that exact section a couple of times fishing. With my 10 year old son @ the time, I have fished n rafted quite a bit and the green in my experience is just big wave fields. lemon squeezy stuff. Still a lot of fun, great river for beginners.
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Getting the cars ready for the event with fresh oil and small maintenance things.
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Weather is looking pretty good for next week with clear skies and mid 80's. I have heard some reports of there being lots of bugs. Although when I was there 2 weeks ago they weren't bad. I'll be bringing bug spray just in case.
For communications on the trail we'll use GMRS. I have a few extra handhelds if anyone needs.
For meals I'm thinking we'll just have everyone fend for themselves.
If anyone has any questions feel free to message me on here.
For communications on the trail we'll use GMRS. I have a few extra handhelds if anyone needs.
For meals I'm thinking we'll just have everyone fend for themselves.
If anyone has any questions feel free to message me on here.
Look forward to seeing the photos. 
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Had a nice little get together with 2 HZJ77s, 1 HZJ73 and the troopy attending.
Also had a great time floating the Green River.
Also had a great time floating the Green River.
@Branwillith Thank you for putting this together! It was a blast, my daughter was all smiles the whole trip as well!!
Beautiful scenery. 
