June Hurricane Creek Run - June 24-26 2016

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I'm gonna back off the wait list for this one...I really wanted to hit this one since the kids will be out of school, but some things are not lining up as expected.
I talked with Jess and will be looking at keeping the girls out for the August trip. It looks to be an extra day, so that will be cool.
Looking forward to hearing about the adventures y'all have.
-Derek
 
If more people want to go, I wouldn't mind leading a group at some point in time either. Can be persuaded. The May one started as just a few guys wanting to explore more and "camp" less, more patience needed as we will probably get lost...
 
izzyandsue said:
If more people want to go, I wouldn't mind leading a group at some point in time either. Can be persuaded. The May one started as just a few guys wanting to explore more and "camp" less, more patience needed as we will probably get lost...
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This trip will stay with one group. I appreciate the offer though!
 
GLTHFJ60 said:
3. Communication/Navigation

CB or FRS/GMRS radios are acceptable, but it would be ideal to use HAM radios due to the dense vegetation and hilly terrain. I have a HAM mounted in my truck and another handheld HAM radio, so at least the trail leader and trail gunner will be able to communicate to keep everyone together. I also have a CB (that will be tuned shortly) as well as a FRS/GMRS radio to be able to talk to everyone. I would prefer to use only one out of the three radios for the group, with my preference being HAM, but I'm flexible :)
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Since I am not a HAM then I would prefer CB or FRS/GMRS radios. I don't have FRS/GMRS radios but don't mind getting a pair. It looks like a license fee is required for FRS/GMRS but I assume they have better range than a CB.
 
Tuite said:
Since I am not a HAM then I would prefer CB or FRS/GMRS radios. I don't have FRS/GMRS radios but don't mind getting a pair. It looks like a license fee is required for FRS/GMRS but I assume they have better range than a CB.
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AFAIK, there is no license required for FRS/GMRS. If there was, then it would be nonsensical to get it, because 2M is a superior transmission technology and only costs $50 to get into (license and handheld radio)

Regardless, the FRS/GMRS have similar range to a mounted (not handheld) CB from what I can tell. As long as you have some sort of radio, whatever kind it is, we can get by just fine :) I'll have all three on hand at the event.
 
GLTHFJ60 said:
AFAIK, there is no license required for FRS/GMRS. If there was, then it would be nonsensical to get it, because 2M is a superior transmission technology and only costs $50 to get into (license and handheld radio)

Regardless, the FRS/GMRS have similar range to a mounted (not handheld) CB from what I can tell. As long as you have some sort of radio, whatever kind it is, we can get by just fine :) I'll have all three on hand at the event.
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There is a license required for GMRS. The FRS does not require a license and it seems like most people ignore it for GMRS because it's built into the same radios.

CB hard mounted with a good antenna is pretty respectable but a 2m especially with a repeater nearby has much more range.

Ease of getting into would be FRS, CB, then Ham but the Ham hobby has gotten much easier and cheaper the last few years.

Line of sight on the trail they all seem to work. Where Ham is a big plus is trail to trail or trail back to camp.
 
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@Izzyandsue has dropped out, so @lumbee1 you're in!!

List in the first post updated.
 
Point taken about the dogs. They are still puppies pretty much and can be a serious pain in the ass. I am tempted to bring them for the bears (I kid, remind me to tell you my mountain lion/house cat story later).

We ran the Brown Mountain OHV Trails today as a shakedown and the kids didn't whine too much (translated they still want to go and I am still willing to bring them).

I don't have a camp and I was looking at the coleman fold up stuff, then saw the Camp Chef Explorer. Any opinions? I also have a kelly kettle but don't know if it will keep up.

I have a triband HAM that came with the truck. Need a mic and antenna. And a license. Also have some FRS/GMRS Walkies.

The anticipation continues to build...

Later all!
Brown Mountain OHV Trails

Brown Mountain OHV Trails

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Never been to Brown, want to do them for sure. Any pics or video? For equipment, I recommend if you are new to this to buy or borrow inexpensive for the first time out, or you will be kicking yourself once you see the cool stuff and gadgets the rest of the crew has. I have learned a lot by seeing what others bring and how they work it. Just what I have learned, since my experience was more backpacking, not comfortable overlanding.
 
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The Camp Chefs are great, but heavy. We use them in our Scout Troop. Its a true pleasure to have a Camp Chef and I really love the charcoal table to cook with at the camp site. Couple dutch ovens, big steel skillet, big aluminum pot for boiling, 5 gallon buckets for three bucket system for dishes. camp tablet, etc.

I consider all of that stuff our "heavy" camping kit. It takes a ton of space, but great for bigger groups for food. We would run it for the family for a true camp out, but would love to put it all in a small 4x8 trailer so it was always ready to go.

We spent about 5 years in Scouts where we camped each month. The Dads had our own patrol . . . ;)
 
Awesome!!

I'm with @Izzyandsue . For the stove solution, it might be a good idea to borrow or line up a stove in the group. I've got a two burner I always bring that you are free to use.

I'm a big fan of old Colemans. I've got one two burner (425E) that's in service now, then a 425F that's on deck and a larger 3 burner (can't remember the model) that is awaiting restoration. I bring my two burner, utensils, paper plates and a few pieces of cast iron cookware everywhere. Check this thread out:

The Coleman Thread
 
slceso said:
#1 for me is the potty situation. Do people go straight up hiker trowel, or do you guys have a favorite contraption. Luckily I have 3 little boys, so trees will suffice most of the time. For the other, my oldest assures me he can "hold it" for 2 or 3 days, haha.

I had never seriously considered a fridge until now, but the hunt is on. Anybody had success with the more affordable electric coolers?

I have a couple of hammock tents, a regular 6 man, a 2 man. Do you guys do ultralight, RTT, anybody towing an adventure trailer?
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Regarding the potty question, we travel with a PETT toilet and a popup shelter like this: Outback Porta Privy Portable Shower Tent

Regarding electric coolers - I have read that they are not as efficient as the dedicated vehicle fridges so I would not risk using it on a trip like this for fear of running down your vehicle's battery. As others have said, a regular cooler is fine for this trip.

Regarding trailers - I have only been on the Hurricane Creek trip once (August 2014), but I'm glad I did not bring a trailer. There was one point where our group reached a dead-end trail and everybody had to squeeze up into the woods so each truck could turn around one at a time. That would've been a major hassle with a trailer.

A RTT is great for a trip like this, and ground tents are fine as well.
 
Electric cooler was worthless imho. It requires ice and most don't have drain spouts.

My trailer comment was for traditional camping at like Uwharrie.
 
Is there clear cellphone reception for Facebook, Reddit, Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat?
 
lumbee1 said:
Is there clear cellphone reception for Facebook, Reddit, Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat?
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IIRC, reception was spotty at best. The only place I remember getting some reception was at max patch.
 
I was just up on Max Patch a few weeks ago. With Verizon, I had enough reception to receive a text, but not to send one.
 
RedHeadedStepChild said:
I was just up on Max Patch a few weeks ago. With Verizon, I had enough reception to receive a text, but not to send one.
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I was really hoping for no signal at all ;)
 
It's been a while since we've had updates. Hopefully nothing has changed.
I'm working on installing a light bar on the rear of the truck for setting up a tent at night.
 
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