January - SCC

[crazyfish]

Evan Price has his annual ROVERS gathering on 1800 private acres at SCC. January 21-22 Saturday and Sunday. Excellent trails, views and of course a real hunting cabin. Limited space, 24 bunks - bring your sleeping bags, $25 per vehicle, including 2 people, $5 per person after that.

It's set up for group cooking, bring food for your own lunches on the trail. Meeting in Canadensis, PA 18325 in town at 8:30am, then we head up to the locked gate. Can't be late! Indoor running water, out side portaloos. HUGE cookstove. Superb stone fireplace. Pack your best winter clothes and boots!

Evan is having internet issues, so please post here
Link to the Spruce Cabin Camp image gallery: http://gallery.roversclub.org/thumbnails.php?album=4

Total Count 24

Attending List:
Tom and Myra Bache - Range Rover?
Steve Hoare - Disco?
Evan and kids - Series
Sean and Red - Series and Disco
Bill Simone and Pam - Series
Galen Lentz
Michael "the pumpkin" Palmieri - Disco
Randy Williams - Disco
"Flipped Rover" lol
Donald McFarlane and Emily
Larry and David - 88
Jason - Ford f250
Terry Allen - Series
John Bradshaw
Peter Monk and Daughter

[rmuller]

Where is Spruce Cabin Camp located?

[JohnC]

Where is Spruce Cabin Camp located?
If we told you we'd have to kill you!!!!

[rvrsrvc]

True, but wait till he gets there. Evan doesn't want all of the bodies spread out over the eastern seaboard like it was a few years ago.

[rmuller]

at least wait til i'm done wheelin

[crazyfish]

Depends on what you drive....

Date set for Jan 21-22. Limited space.

[flippedrover]

Hmm... Will be an interesting way to spend my birthday.

[87xj95disco]

how much to sign up
i reaaallllyyyy want to go

[Alvin]

I missed out last year (as I didn't have my Disco yet). I hope I don't miss it this year. It looks like a really nice way to spend a weekend.

[87xj95disco]

is there going to be a price on going
i would like to know that way i can
mark off work for that weekend
what time are we going to meet.
friday night or sat morning
need to know

[crazyfish]

I think its $25 bucks to cover the heating bill ( its COLD ) and a few other expenses ( porto-potties ). Well well worth it. I know Evan is having a tough time online so soon we'll start a list. Keep watching here....

We meet up on Saturday morning in town usually around 9ish.

[87xj95disco]

sweet
just need the place where we are going to meet so
i can punch it in my gps.
and top off the tank when i get there

[galen211]

I have the camp on my GPS, I will post it when I remember to bring the GPS in the house. The town name is Canadensis.

[crazyfish]

As a favor to Evan ( it's private property ) just post directions and or GPS to the town...

[galen211]

Sorry, didn't think about that. :o

In that case just look for the town on the map b/c I don't have the town in my GPS.

[crazyfish]

Its official jan 21-22. See Post #1 for all the information and attending list.

[mlp141]

Sean -- my check is going in the mail tomorrow. So for the second year I am in. But, as I wrote in my note to Evan with the check, this year Galen and I want BEDS! ;)

[crazyfish]

At SCC, first come first bunks!

[galen211]

Last year I slept on the loveseat about six feet from the fire. I didn't mind, I was warm all night long.
I did learn however, don't use the bathrooms and look around when you first get there. Go straight to a bed and claim it!!

[pushngo]

Sean Evans old address is still on that form Will he get them if they get sent there??

[mlp141]

I sent my payment to Tom's PO box. Will that work?

[crazyfish]

Updated the release form to show Evan's new address. $ sent to Tom also ok.

Randy - Bringing anyone or going solo?

Current known list on post #1

[flippedrover]

Check is in the mail. Hopefully this time I won't need to be pull started every day!!!

[pushngo]

Randy - Bringing anyone or going solo?



Now I'm afraid.


I believe that Lisa and Hannah are coming along

[Arthur 1995 LWB]

Are openings taken?

[crazyfish]

So far, the list on post 1 is the official list... so right now, you could be there!

[Unregistered]

Hi Folks !
Sorry for the delay in Info .. I lost the hand crank and couldn't start the computer ,that and finials at school,kids,parents,dogs,bills exwives...well its been busy around here..

Snow at the cabin varries from 10" to 24" with lot-O-ice on the road in .
Chains will be needed unless the weather changes significatly . We've updated the shower and kitchen faclities since last year. Beds space is limited to 24 bunks. Bring your sleeping bags and personal items .

Lets try a "potluck" dinner for Saturday evening.. bring a covered dish,perhaps Sean can attach a list to this thread so we don't have 12 dishes of baked beans ..

More to come

Evan

[dmcfarlane]

Evan,

Thanks for organizing this again. I'll be bringing the Disco II with myself and one other (Emily). This year I have actually received the chains that I had ordered but not yet received last year, so I'll have winch, chains, miscellaneous recovery gear, tools, and plenty of food. I still have most of my electrics hanging out, but one of these days I'll organize it better.

I think I probably ought to bring some of that dry cured bacon again, but so far as the potluck dinner goes I am thinking about bringing some nice hearty soup (Scotch broth) and bread rolls to go with and perhaps some chicken or beef satay.

I must confess, I have been looking forward to this trip since... umm... the last one. Also I have been introducing Emily to Land Rovers, which she thinks are cute, and have been mentioning the Spruce Cabin trip to her for a while, so I think she is rather looking forward to it too. She is small, immensely cute herself, and likes taking photographs of everything.

The check is in the post already...

Merry Christmas to one and all!!!

Donald

[flippedrover]

Any word on weather people are meeting up Friday night like years past?

[mlp141]

I saw the list of who's going -- what kind of vehicles will be running? I was hoping to make some nice images this year -- maybe be a passenger for most of the runs so I can shoot some pix.

Hey Steve, is LRM looking for art from SC this year?

[galen211]

Evan,

If I remember correctly last year you kept the power running through the day. Is that correct? My wife wants to make some homemade potato soup for the dinner but it needs to stay warm in the crock pot. Just wondering if that is possible?
Hope to have my series by that point but I think it will be a stretch.

thanks,
Galen

[crazyfish]

I heard that someone one on the list just bought a 'newish' Disco known as 'The Pig'! Excellent truck hope to see it at SCC.

[dmcfarlane]

I heard that someone one on the list just bought a 'newish' Disco known as 'The Pig'! Excellent truck hope to see it at SCC.

Word gets around, huh? <grin>

Yeah, it is newish. A whole year newer than my existing Disco. I am planning on picking it up in the next week or two so there is a good chance I may bring it along. I think that what is going to happen is that each of my Discos will get jealous of each other and will demand to be upgraded further, accordingly. Also it means that I shall clearly need a nickname for my existing Disco, so that once they're both in the stable I can differentiate it from the pig. Still workin' on that.

[galen211]

Wow,
Bring both Disco's! We'll find a use for the second one. Congrats.

[flippedrover]

Can't resist but BLS (Blue Light Special)

[mlp141]

Do we have a list yet of who's bringing what to eat? If not, let's try to get one up and running.

[jason]

Paul and I will be there. Oddly enough, my Land Rover tally keeps climbing, but the number of running rovers remains the same at 0. Seems I was in the same boat last year! :mad: Of course, riding along with Bill was worth the trip, even though we got lost while in a cue! Good Times!

[Larry Cutler]

Sean, Evan, and all,
I have a 88 that whats to come out for a mid-winter walk about. Myself and my son David would like to attend, if there is still room. Let me know and I'll put check in mail. Happy New Year to all.

LC Rover
Larry Cutler

[crazyfish]

List updated. Officially full. Please tell us if you are on the list and NOT coming! Food thread started.

[crazyfish]

There are 22 bunks, two roll aways and some prime floor space. First served on bunks!

[MikeD]

is there still space for a p38 on this trip? i'd like to accompany the crew

[flippedrover]

I know Trevor and John Bradshaw have paid and aren't on the list.

[crazyfish]

Added them. This is full full full. Please, if your plans change please call or email Sean, or post here.

[Unregistered]

Got a report for the camp.....still snow covering on the ground and 7-10 inches forecast for this evening . Looks to be another fun event. 25 folks booked, with 22 beds and 2 roll-a-ways. I'll sleep in one of the recliners,then I won't snore as much as usual.. Hate to turn anyone away, We still have room for a few more but its floor space only .

Please be prepared for all type of weather ....it could be 50 and sunny or -10 and snow.... I strongly suggest chains , at least one recovery point if your planning on testing the trails

As of tonight I plan on meeting all Saturday at 8:30 AM in Canadensis . Intersection of State routes 447 and 390 . We depart for the gate at 9:00 AM sharp !

Happy Newyear !
Evan

[rvrsrvc]

Is that Paul Morgan's PIG? Terrible situation that one is. (Paul's crisis, not the DII)
I may camp outside, so that I'm conditioned for use of the spot-o-pots.

[rvrsrvc]

Sean,
I forgot to include my skinny kid. He doesn't take up much space, but if it's a problem, we'll bow out.
Trevor

[rvrsrvc]

Doesn't much matter, we can't make it anyway. Maybe next time!
Trevor

[mlp141]

If Trevors absence opens a spot, I think a buddy of mine is thinking of tagging along. Can we fit him in?

[crazyfish]

we are right on the count right now, so I'd hold off....

[flippedrover]

What's the deal with the weather??? I just checked to forcast and its saying rain and the 40s with lows in the 20s. Sounds like a muddy good time to me :D

[crazyfish]

link to local weather

http://www.erh.noaa.gov/ifps/MapClick.php?CityName=Canadensis&state=PA&site=PHI

[pushngo]

Sean

Lisa has decided not to attend so I will be travelling solo if anyone needs a ride there.

What is the food situation?

[LC Rover]

Driving up in the 88. Anybody interested? Go up 309 to 87 to 33.
LC Rover

[mlp141]

Jason and Paul (and any other NJ ROVERS members) -- i'd be interested in meeting up and convoying the rest to SC. I'm coming from Barnegat (x67 of the GSP) and I am sure we could meet along the way somewhere.

Shoot me a line if you're interested.

[87xj95disco]

i really wanted to go but alot of stuff has been coming up around
the house so maybe next :( but i will be at the robasonia for sure
just one of those thing i gess. look for you at the spring event.

[jason]

If you see a beat up F-250 with Land Rover stickers on it, that'll be me. I'll be travelling up 206 to 80 if you need a push. If you get lost, just follow the trail of rusty nuts and bolts. Works better than bread. Birds don't eat bolts.

[pushngo]

Evan has WiFi there doesn't he?

[jason]

Does WiFi mean Wicked Flatulence?

[mlp141]

Hey, I hoping that someone will have room for me to ride shotgun with. My plan is to drive the Pumpkin some, but most of the time to ride shotgone and make some photographs (for the site and for publication). Galen is planning to do the same.

Can't wait to see everone tomorrow!

[crazyfish]

Just want to thank Evan once again for hosting a great event. Great mix of trail rides made it very enjoyable, good food and good weather made for an excellent weekend. Red took Snow White out on the trails for the first time and came back with a huge smile.

[flippedrover]

Red took Snow White out on the trails for the first time and came back with a huge smile.

And a very dirty Snow white too. :D

Thanks Evan for another great time.

[mlp141]

Yea -- it was a great weekend (as always). Thanks Evan et al.

[LC Rover]

Just want to thank you, and making the "newbee" feel welcome. My son David and myself, had a great time.
See you in the Spring, at Robsonia. Thanks again
Larry

[jason]

Evan, thanks again! Great time, great food, great weather, great job by me getting stuck in the driveway on the way out! :o

Special thanks to Sean for being the catalyst for my new Series affliction. Allowing me to drive the bus gave me some newfound energy and inspiration. As soon as I got home, I spent two hours in the garage messing around with "stupid" before realizing I am in over my head and need professional help on many different levels. I guess that story will be for another time.

[crazyfish]

Evan let me drive his Series on Assateage, Steve let me drive his Series.....
Its like a drug dealer handing out samples to a junkie

[pushngo]

Just wanted to say what a great time I had and thanks to Everyone who
made it happen especially Evan for allowing us to use his little piece
of heaven.

Speaking of which, some of you may have seen us stop and pick up Two
balloons on the trails, anyway there was a card attached and the
balloons were released from Franklin Hills Memorial Cemetery on Dec 3rd 2005
The card read:

My Baby Boy Justin

There isn't a day that goes by that your Daddy doesn't think of you.
There isn't a thing that I do that I don't wish you were with me. Every
time your brothers and I playI always think of you and wish you could
also play You would be 9 months old now and into everything. Last night
as I was going through the gifts with your Mommy for your brothers I
couldn't help but realize there wasn't a stack for you. I so wish you
could be here for your first Christmas, I know you would be pulling on
everything hanging from X-mas tree that you could reach. I miss you so
much. It has been so hard on your Mommy and me as we go through the days
without you here with us. Your brothers ask about you often, but these
are things you already know watching over us from above.

I love you and miss you very much my boy.

Daddy

I would like to know where this ends up

This card was released from Franklin Hills Memorial Cemetary on dec
3rd 2005 Coral Winchester OH

Whomever finds this card should know you have just been touched by an
Angel

[galen211]

It is absolutely amazing that you could find that in the middle of 1800 acres of land. Somebody was watching over that message.

I too would like to thank Evan for sharing his little slice of heaven with us.

Evan let me drive his series this weekend and I was bit by the bug also. Can't wait for my little series to be on the road. :cool:

[crazyfish]

185 images uploaded in the gallery. Thanks Galen!

http://gallery.roversclub.org/thumbnails.php?album=1

[rmuller]

Great pics! Wish I could have made it.

Btw, the loadtime of the gallery has increased tremendously.. ~3 seconds for a full page of thumbnails, not bad at all.

[crazyfish]

good to hear, we were on an older server ( can you say free hosting ) and after that odd crash we got put on the latest and greatest. Now there are 7 back ups and much faster speed.

[dmcfarlane]

Thanks, Evan!

We had a great time, despite completely forgetting our cameras.

Emily is now officially a Rover convert and has a ROVERS Supporters Club sticker on the bumper... of her Nissan! Next year we will definitely plan on bringing the pig as well.

ttfn

Donald & Emily