+briansnat Posted May 1, 2002 Share Posted May 1, 2002 We snoozed and it turns out that the sheltered pavillion at Silas Condict Park is reserved pretty much through the summer. There are several group areas there that can be reserved, but I scouted them out and they were OK, but very open and not my idea of a great picnic spot. There are also a number of other picnic areas that don't require a permit. They are on first come-first serve basis. I scouted several very nice areas and found one that was especially scenic and had room for 20-30 (or more if we used a nearby site). As a positive, there is no cost and if its a rainout, nobody loses money. If this sounds good, I will post an event cache this week, as soon as I call the parks commission and make sure of the rules. There are grills available. We can discuss who will bring what food once I post the event and we find out how many are attending Quote Link to comment
CacheDog Posted May 1, 2002 Share Posted May 1, 2002 It's better this way as no one was to shell out cash and have to collect it! We could hang a tarp if it does rain, for those who are afraid of the rain. Then we just need a large ice box and some charcole. Then if everone brings a little more food and drink than they can eat we'll have enough for those who didn't bring anything. Quote Link to comment
+Harrald Posted May 1, 2002 Share Posted May 1, 2002 OUTSTANDING!! If it does look like rain I can bring a 10' X 20' pavilion. It takes about 15 mins. to set up. This way we can at least have a dry place for food and stuff. ==================================== As always, the above statements are just MHO. ==================================== Quote Link to comment
+Harrald Posted May 1, 2002 Share Posted May 1, 2002 OUTSTANDING!! If it does look like rain I can bring a 10' X 20' pavilion. It takes about 15 mins. to set up. This way we can at least have a dry place for food and stuff. ==================================== As always, the above statements are just MHO. ==================================== Quote Link to comment
+Crusso Posted May 1, 2002 Share Posted May 1, 2002 18th, Count me in..... What should I bring? Do we need to designate some people to bring food & others charcoal, starter, etc? Log the event cache already!! Quote Link to comment
+Crusso Posted May 1, 2002 Share Posted May 1, 2002 OK, Obvious question, Does anyone have coordinates for the park yet? Seems obvious for us to find it ! Quote Link to comment
+briansnat Posted May 2, 2002 Author Share Posted May 2, 2002 Check the Feargus I cache (zip 07405) for park coordinates. That cache is pretty much smack in the middle of the park. When I post the event, I'll have the coordinates of the picnic area on it. Quote Link to comment
+briansnat Posted May 3, 2002 Author Share Posted May 3, 2002 http://www.geocaching.com/seek/cache_details.asp?ID=21410&Nocache=0.7055475 Quote Link to comment
+orange Posted May 3, 2002 Share Posted May 3, 2002 Thanks for doing the work, Brian. Right now I don't know if I can make this. But please pencil in the late afternoon / early evening for a possible Part II on July 27. Look for a special event post at the beginning of July. Quote Link to comment
The Artful Dodger Posted May 3, 2002 Share Posted May 3, 2002 quote:Originally posted by BrianSnat: The event has been created. http://www.geocaching.com/seek/cache_details.asp?ID=21410&Nocache=0.7055475 I'l be there. I'll email a bunch of geocachers in the area to indicate that this event is now on .... Quote Link to comment
+Alan2 Posted May 5, 2002 Share Posted May 5, 2002 Might be there. Are dogs allowed? Alan Quote Link to comment
+briansnat Posted May 5, 2002 Author Share Posted May 5, 2002 I think they are allow if they are leashed. I'll look into it to find out for sure. Quote Link to comment
+briansnat Posted May 12, 2002 Author Share Posted May 12, 2002 A number of people have contacted me and let me know what they intend to bring. I will post a list of who is bringing what by Wed of this week and what is still needed. Note, we don't need anymore hamburgers. Quote Link to comment
+Skully & Mulder et al. Posted May 12, 2002 Share Posted May 12, 2002 I've been to this park several time with my Golden Retriever. Dogs are allowed but are supposed to be leashed (I usually let her run free and never had a problem or complaint). Quote Link to comment
+orange Posted May 13, 2002 Share Posted May 13, 2002 I visited the picnic spot when I went to Feargus II on Saturday and it is a nice location off by itself. I believe we will need to spread out to some of the surrounding tables. It is looking like jungle green and I will make it to this event. If so jungle green will be making some macaroni salad to bring. I saw a number of dogs and they were all leashed so it is definitely dog friendly. Quote Link to comment
+Harrald Posted May 13, 2002 Share Posted May 13, 2002 Will I be able to get a wheelchair there? ==================================== As always, the above statements are just MHO. ==================================== Quote Link to comment
+orange Posted May 13, 2002 Share Posted May 13, 2002 quote:Originally posted by Harrald: Will I be able to get a wheelchair there? The site is right off the end of the parking lot with gravel trails to Brian's area. It is a short distance (maybe 100 feet) but pushing a wheel chair over gravel may not work to well. Quote Link to comment
+MissJenn Posted May 14, 2002 Share Posted May 14, 2002 I hope y'all have a blast! It sounds like it'll be fun. We are also planning a picnic in SouthCentral PA, on June 1. Come on down! If - after this weekend - any of you folks have some tips for us, we'd sure appreciate hearing about it! ----- You must be present to win. Quote Link to comment
+MissJenn Posted May 14, 2002 Share Posted May 14, 2002 I hope y'all have a blast! It sounds like it'll be fun. We are also planning a picnic in SouthCentral PA, on June 1. Come on down! If - after this weekend - any of you folks have some tips for us, we'd sure appreciate hearing about it! ----- You must be present to win. Quote Link to comment
+briansnat Posted May 14, 2002 Author Share Posted May 14, 2002 It's a gravel path very close to the parking lot, so yes, you can bring a wheelchair. There may be several areas where some lifting may be needed, but that is easily accomplished. Quote Link to comment
+Harrald Posted May 16, 2002 Share Posted May 16, 2002 Checking the weather this morning it looks as if a light rain is on the way for the picnic. I'll be bringing the pavilion for sure now. It's 10' X 20'. I'll bring the sides too since it may be a bit windy. I've had a party with two of these together for 30 people with room to spare. 20 or so will fit in here fine. Is there a place near the area that we can fly a tarp for the grill? I'm an old pro with parties in the rain and snow. Nothing gets in the way of fun!! ==================================== As always, the above statements are just MHO. ==================================== Quote Link to comment
+Harrald Posted May 16, 2002 Share Posted May 16, 2002 Checking the weather this morning it looks as if a light rain is on the way for the picnic. I'll be bringing the pavilion for sure now. It's 10' X 20'. I'll bring the sides too since it may be a bit windy. I've had a party with two of these together for 30 people with room to spare. 20 or so will fit in here fine. Is there a place near the area that we can fly a tarp for the grill? I'm an old pro with parties in the rain and snow. Nothing gets in the way of fun!! ==================================== As always, the above statements are just MHO. ==================================== Quote Link to comment
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