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February expedition trip
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Mojave Road might be a good option for 3 day just south of Death Valley... I know it is one of the trails I have on my list of trails to do.
I've pulled out my books of the area and will bring them with me to the next meeting.
I've pulled out my books of the area and will bring them with me to the next meeting.
I have a MapSend Topo US if you interested. I can also lend you a book Guide to Moab, UT Backroads & 4-Wheel Drive Trails
Amazon.com: Guide To Moab, UT Backroads & 4-Wheel Drive Trails (9780966497625): Charles A. Wells, Shelley Mayer, Shelley Mayer, Charles A. Wells: Books
I'm home sick and will not be making it to the meeting on Thursday. If someone would like to swing by my place and pick them up you are welcome to borrow them
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I'm working in UBC on Thursday (unless things change.....again...) I can likely swing by your place and grab that, I'll stop by somewhere and pick up a haz-mat suit first, just in case. I'll call you.
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I met up with Drew and got some books and maps for the area. Things to consider, we're not going to be able to bring any food with us accross the border (which is a very large PIA), going to have to stop in Bellingham and stock up on all fresh foods there. That said we'd look at 3 days to get there. Depending on the weather, that will likely steer us as to where we explore. If it gets really cold then we might have to head a bit more South and maybe West.
sounds good to me. I intend to subsist on Good 'n Plenty, piggie puffs, cheap beer and jerky anyway. Might help with the thermal heating.
Just found this new site with lots of great info for you Expedition Utah. I am also putting together a list of places I've used on my trips down that way along with a list of trails I have done or would like to do. Spent last night going throw all my maps trying to remember the different routes I've taken. I should have it all together in the next few days.
Like I was telling Mat your first day you will not make it that far as you have to deal with the US Customs expect to spend an Hour or two. I have been inspected every time I go down with all my gear. remember no fruits, veggies or meat products, this includes dog food (if its in a sealed original bag they may allow it but I have also had it confiscated), firewood.... then expect to spend an hour or so getting supplies once you get across the boarder. I normally hit Costco and Petsmart and one of the local grocery store to get stocked up
Like I was telling Mat your first day you will not make it that far as you have to deal with the US Customs expect to spend an Hour or two. I have been inspected every time I go down with all my gear. remember no fruits, veggies or meat products, this includes dog food (if its in a sealed original bag they may allow it but I have also had it confiscated), firewood.... then expect to spend an hour or so getting supplies once you get across the boarder. I normally hit Costco and Petsmart and one of the local grocery store to get stocked up
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Once again, thanks Drew.
The plan:
I'm thinking an early start on Wed. 10th, meet somewhere in Langley around 7-8am at the latest. I think taking the 264th crossing might be worth it as it's usually got less traffic and less BS then 176th or Peace Arch. If we stick together it might make any inspections go faster (I hope). Then straight to Bellingham, Costco and a local food store, then we drive till we've had enough. I'll get exact details from Drew as to decent Park camping along the route. Once we get to Moab we can meet the locals and hit one of the intro trails to get to know the terrain and climate. If it's too cold we can keep heading South or West till it warms up. I figure once we get there and get on the first trail then we can figure it out from there which direction we want to head, I'm sure it will be very depandant on weather. I'm bringing my usual tools (3/4 of a full mechanics shop) and some spare part for a 60. 40 liters of drinking water, 2 jerry cans, 2 33/12.5 spares, a small propane bottle (5lbs), fridge/freezer, some local booze
, usual trail gear/recovery items, chainsaw, axe, shovel, etc. Most of the cooking I do is on an open fire so we'll see if that's a possibility. On many trips into the US (not off-road based) I've noticed that I've had issues with using debit to pay for stuff - they are big on credit cards. So we'll likely need to hit bank machines or talk to your bank about where you're going (and your credit card people) so we don't have issues. Any questions, or suggestions, call me
Mat 604-803-3506
The plan:
I'm thinking an early start on Wed. 10th, meet somewhere in Langley around 7-8am at the latest. I think taking the 264th crossing might be worth it as it's usually got less traffic and less BS then 176th or Peace Arch. If we stick together it might make any inspections go faster (I hope). Then straight to Bellingham, Costco and a local food store, then we drive till we've had enough. I'll get exact details from Drew as to decent Park camping along the route. Once we get to Moab we can meet the locals and hit one of the intro trails to get to know the terrain and climate. If it's too cold we can keep heading South or West till it warms up. I figure once we get there and get on the first trail then we can figure it out from there which direction we want to head, I'm sure it will be very depandant on weather. I'm bringing my usual tools (3/4 of a full mechanics shop) and some spare part for a 60. 40 liters of drinking water, 2 jerry cans, 2 33/12.5 spares, a small propane bottle (5lbs), fridge/freezer, some local booze
, usual trail gear/recovery items, chainsaw, axe, shovel, etc. Most of the cooking I do is on an open fire so we'll see if that's a possibility. On many trips into the US (not off-road based) I've noticed that I've had issues with using debit to pay for stuff - they are big on credit cards. So we'll likely need to hit bank machines or talk to your bank about where you're going (and your credit card people) so we don't have issues. Any questions, or suggestions, call me Mat 604-803-3506
Thanks Mat!
My Plan.
Break in and pour a bucket of ice cold water on Lance at an early enough hour so he can get his hair coiffed and primped in time to meet Mat at a place of his designation by 7-8 am. (lol) Those ideas about stocking up seem good to me- I have a portable BBQ from the boat, ( I am a carniverous beer drinker) a small engel fridge etc. I have a Honda 1000eu generator- do you think we need that? Just did all driveline oils/lube, front panhard bushings and a general check over- she's good to go.
I think we should convoy as well, particularly across the border. And what type of communications are we using? FRS? CB? FRS is dam easy but not very 'cool'.
I posted up an advice thread and the consensus is that Moab is wheelable now.
My Plan.
Break in and pour a bucket of ice cold water on Lance at an early enough hour so he can get his hair coiffed and primped in time to meet Mat at a place of his designation by 7-8 am. (lol) Those ideas about stocking up seem good to me- I have a portable BBQ from the boat, ( I am a carniverous beer drinker) a small engel fridge etc. I have a Honda 1000eu generator- do you think we need that? Just did all driveline oils/lube, front panhard bushings and a general check over- she's good to go.
I think we should convoy as well, particularly across the border. And what type of communications are we using? FRS? CB? FRS is dam easy but not very 'cool'.
I posted up an advice thread and the consensus is that Moab is wheelable now.
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I have not had a lot of issues with using my Debit/Credit cards except to pay at the pump when they ask for your Zip code... I always like to keep some US cash on me since most of the parks are self check-in. try to keep small bills a lot of the fees are like $12, $16, $18....
Once in Utah try out some of the local customs...
Once in Utah try out some of the local customs...
My plan is to wait for Graham to break into my house to get me. I'll be hiding behind the door with an air horn, and a box of Depends. After Graham changes his underwear, he will never have to stop for a bathroom break the whole trip. I think we might gain a day, because of it.
Might want to put a little plastic down first there Lance... Installed my hight lift/ jerry can carrier- Looks like there's room for the shovel as well. All I need is the sliders, running boards are history. I have 2 FRS radios but if i need something else let me know so I can make arrangements.
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I'm running a CB in my truck, I hate hand held radios while driving, more annoying then my cell.
OK, here is a list of State Parks that I have used on my way to Moab with the 
and a list of alternates along the way
Yakima Sportsman State Park in Yakima WA
Emigrant Springs State Park in White City OR
Farewell Bend State Park in Huntington OR
Three Island Crossing State Park in Glenns Ferry ID
Lake Walcott State Park in Rupert ID
Willard Bay State Park (North Marina Campground) Just north of Salt Lake UT (Can be very cold and windy)
Utah Lake State Park Just south of Salt Lake UT
and a list of alternates along the way Yakima Sportsman State Park in Yakima WA
Emigrant Springs State Park in White City OR
Farewell Bend State Park in Huntington OR
Three Island Crossing State Park in Glenns Ferry ID
Lake Walcott State Park in Rupert ID
Willard Bay State Park (North Marina Campground) Just north of Salt Lake UT (Can be very cold and windy)
Utah Lake State Park Just south of Salt Lake UT
Just read this over on Expedition Utah.
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Something to consider is southern Utah has been getting pounded with snow recently (something like 5 feet in the last few weeks in the Blanding/Monticello area).
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Just found this sight as well MoabLive Webcam
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Something to consider is southern Utah has been getting pounded with snow recently (something like 5 feet in the last few weeks in the Blanding/Monticello area).
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Just found this sight as well MoabLive Webcam
Holy Crap!
Once again, thanks Drew.
The plan:
I'm thinking an early start on Wed. 10th, meet somewhere in Langley around 7-8am at the latest. I think taking the 264th crossing might be worth it as it's usually got less traffic and less BS then 176th or Peace Arch. If we stick together it might make any inspections go faster (I hope). Then straight to Bellingham, Costco and a local food store, then we drive till we've had enough. I'll get exact details from Drew as to decent Park camping along the route. Once we get to Moab we can meet the locals and hit one of the intro trails to get to know the terrain and climate. If it's too cold we can keep heading South or West till it warms up. I figure once we get there and get on the first trail then we can figure it out from there which direction we want to head, I'm sure it will be very depandant on weather. I'm bringing my usual tools (3/4 of a full mechanics shop) and some spare part for a 60. 40 liters of drinking water, 2 jerry cans, 2 33/12.5 spares, a small propane bottle (5lbs), fridge/freezer, some local booze
Mat 604-803-3506
US travel tips Don't forget your friendly bank charges 2% on top the exchange rate to covert to USD. Some gas stations give discounts for cash. 1 pound propane bottles are 1/2 price- Walmart. Trucks stops often have have decent salad bars, which are sometimes all that is available except the greasy fast food along the interstates. Fuel and food is generally cheap. Compared to Canada, parks are highly regulated and supervised. National Forests are like our Crown land. have fun
So how many of us are going south?