5th Annual Johnny & Alex Trail Day! Saturday, August 1

Post by **pru** » Wed Jul 29, 2009 4:32 pm

for those of you who are wondering what tools to bring, we could use use mattocks, rakes, shovels, buckets for carrying rocks, loppers, etc. and if you have a chainsaw and are experienced using it, that would be helpful. Just remember, if you cut off one of your own limbs, well, that'll suck for you!

Post by **mike_anderson** » Thu Jul 30, 2009 2:27 am

Where in the PMRP are you meeting? Can you describe what types of projects you have planned?

Post by **Josephine** » Thu Jul 30, 2009 11:52 am

we're now meeting at Lago's at 9 am since work crews will be sent to both parking areas of the PMRP. if you want in on the food, you'll have to register today. i'm pretty sure they're placing the food order this afternoon (if it hasn't already been placed). www.rrgcc.org

there are too many projects to list.

hope to see you there

Post by **pru** » Thu Jul 30, 2009 1:06 pm

food order has been placed already

Post by **mike_anderson** » Thu Jul 30, 2009 1:55 pm

Well listing a project seems a hell of a lot easier than actually doing it. If there are too many to list, then there are WAY too many to complete. Why don't you humor us with your top 5?

I've been to a few events like this in the past that were a complete waste of time, and even counterproductive in some cases. For some of us it's a long drive and big time commitment, so I don't think it's too much to ask what we'll be doing.

Post by **Wes** » Thu Jul 30, 2009 2:04 pm

mike_anderson wrote: so I don't think it's too much to ask what we'll be doing.

Trail work in the pmrp, I think they have a couple different areas that need work. Regardless of how much work gets done (usually more then enough) the after party is enough reason to come down, in and of, itself. So, put in half day on the trails, then wash off in the lake and on the slip and slide, drink beer, eat food, listen to good music, etc.

Post by **bcombs** » Thu Jul 30, 2009 2:26 pm

mike_anderson wrote:For some of us it's a long drive and big time commitment, so I don't think it's too much to ask what we'll be doing.

Mike, I know you are new to this region. So below is some context for you. This site truly is a great tool. I hope all the links work.

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Posted August 22nd, 2004:

http://www.redriverclimbing.com/viewtop ... ohnny+alex

Not even 3 months later. Posted Nov 20th 2004:

http://www.redriverclimbing.com/viewtop ... highlight=

10 Months later the announcement of the first event:

http://www.redriverclimbing.com/viewtop ... 57&start=0

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This year is the 5th year of this event. Donâ€™t worry about what trails need work, or if it will be well organized. If you can make it, do it.

Post by **pru** » Thu Jul 30, 2009 2:28 pm

I want to thank EVERYONE who is volunteering for this event. I was in shock this morning when I ran the numbers and am truly delighted. THANK YOU SO MUCH!

Mike, it sounds like you couldn't possibly have been at this event last year. We accomplished an extraordinary amount of work. People worked their asses off, both in planning and executing the work projects. This year will be no different

Post by **captain static** » Thu Jul 30, 2009 3:15 pm

Here are the top 3 major projects:
-Construct a new trail between Drive By and Bob Marley crags.
-Crossroads, install signage, maintain existing trails, build some new trails.
-Darkside, remove downed trees from trail and re-establish switchback where large tree fell.

Post by **mike_anderson** » Thu Jul 30, 2009 8:28 pm

Those sound like really valuable projects, thanks for the info, I'll see you there!