Wsga - Summer Campout 2005

9.5k · August 7, 2005

Wander Lost Posted: Aug 7 2005, 09:07 AM

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QUOTE (Right Wing Wacko @ Aug 6 2005, 07:12 PM)

QUOTE (Allanon @ Aug 6 2005, 06:05 PM)

Assuming we'll be able to have campfires (a big assumption, I know), is firewood available or should we all bring our own?

Anyone know?

As of right now and subject to change, campfires are allowed. They may restrict it to the main fire circle of the group camp.

I do not know if any will be available on site, and even it is, it's usually a lot more expensive that I like to pay for it. It would be great if someone that had a supply could bring some.

If people are willing to split it I have access to nice dry logs for firewood at a very reasonable price $1.00 per 100 lbs.

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Go play Outside!!!!!!!

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Help clean up our world's forests one cache hunt at at time.

I'll bring my maul.

Edited August 7, 2005 by TotemLake

1.2k · August 7, 2005

I see conversations about eating, & camping, but nothing about caching. Any thoughts on this?

As a suggestion for those coming to the campout from the wet side, via Snoqualimie Pass and I-90 and Blewett Pass Highway 97, you can get to the campground by taking the Liberty-Beehive Road, and pick up many caches along the way. Microsoft Streets and Trips shows this as not a through road, but it is. Turn off Hiway 97 at the Liberty road (approximately N47 14.586 and W 120 41.844). The first couple of miles is paved, then it becomes dirt all the way past Beehive Lake and finally connects to the paved Mission Ridge road (a short distance from the Squilchuck state park campground). I highly recommed this way because there are nearly 20 caches, most are drive by, but the scenery makes it worth it. It can be bumpy in some places....ok...really bumpy in some places, but still worth the drive. Take in some side roads (off the Liberty Beehive road) along the way for more caches with awesome scenic views.

Edited August 7, 2005 by The Navigatorz

1.5k · August 7, 2005

I see conversations about eating, & camping, but nothing about caching. Any thoughts on this?

I've tried to build a couple cache-machine style routes for the area but there are just so many caches it's hard to build a route that makes a lot of sense. I'll make another pass at it and see what I can come up with to post

2.8k · August 7, 2005

If people are willing to split it I have access to nice dry logs for firewood at a very reasonable price $1.00 per 100 lbs.

Do you have a way to haul some over to the park?

If so, and are willing to do that, I'll buy some and bring my axe and maul. :laughing:

1.3k · August 8, 2005

If people are willing to split it I have access to nice dry logs for firewood at a very reasonable price $1.00 per 100 lbs.

Do you have a way to haul some over to the park?

If so, and are willing to do that, I'll buy some and bring my axe and maul.

I'll get some and we can put it in the truck. I don't know how much because we'll need room for everything else.

August 8, 2005

I see conversations about eating, & camping, but nothing about caching. Any thoughts on this?

As a suggestion for those coming to the campout from the wet side, via Snoqualimie Pass and I-90 and Blewett Pass Highway 97, you can get to the campground by taking the Liberty-Beehive Road, and pick up many caches along the way. Microsoft Streets and Trips shows this as not a through road, but it is. Turn off Hiway 97 at the Liberty road (approximately N47 14.586 and W 120 41.844). The first couple of miles is paved, then it becomes dirt all the way past Beehive Lake and finally connects to the paved Mission Ridge road (a short distance from the Squilchuck state park campground). I highly recommed this way because there are nearly 20 caches, most are drive by, but the scenery makes it worth it. It can be bumpy in some places....ok...really bumpy in some places, but still worth the drive. Take in some side roads (off the Liberty Beehive road) along the way for more caches with awesome scenic views.

How about a bookmark of the caches along the route? I won't be doing it on the way over or back as I will be towing the tent trailer but it may be somthing to do after getting there.

1.5k · August 8, 2005

Caches along Liberty - Beehive Route

Note that a couple of these are decent hikes, while others are drive bys.

It's almost enough to make me want to come in from the south, even though US2 is the more direct route for me!

Western Portion of Route

Eastern Portion of Route

Edited August 8, 2005 by Right Wing Wacko

2.8k · August 8, 2005

If people are willing to split it I have access to nice dry logs for firewood at a very reasonable price $1.00 per 100 lbs.

Do you have a way to haul some over to the park?

If so, and are willing to do that, I'll buy some and bring my axe and maul.

I'll get some and we can put it in the truck. I don't know how much because we'll need room for everything else.

I'm sure whatever you can bring will be appreciated. :unsure:

Thanks!!!

1.2k · August 8, 2005

How about a bookmark of the caches along the route?

Bookmark for Liberty-Beehive Caches

Here it is. There are 20 caches between Liberty and Squilchuck State Park. Some are drive bys. Some require taking a side road or hike.

Edited August 8, 2005 by The Navigatorz

August 8, 2005

How about a bookmark of the caches along the route?

Bookmark for Liberty-Beehive Caches

Here it is. There are 20 caches between Liberty and Squilchuck State Park. Some are drive bys. Some require taking a side road or hike.

Cool, thanks. Looks like a Friday afternoon adventure.

9.5k · August 14, 2005

Updated page of the Squilchuck State Park coordinates and surrounding caches are here.

Current Local Weather Conditions are at the bottom of the page.

Entrance coordinates are approximately N47 18.882, W120 22.291.

Edited August 14, 2005 by TotemLake

August 15, 2005

Does anyone have a list of who all is attending? I tried the WSGA site but it wouldn't let me login.

1.3k · August 15, 2005

This link from the cache page has/had a list of everyone signed up. It doesn't seem to be working right now.

2.8k · August 15, 2005

It looks like Seth!'s server decided to take a vacation along with Seth!

August 16, 2005

From Ambrosia talking about the Wenatchee area weather:

"For the last two weeks it's been averaging about 100 here. Anywhere between 90 - 105 degrees. Most days it's been 105. I think that's the longest hot streak that I can ever remember here. Fortunately, we are in the desert, so it gets down in the 60's at night."

I for one won't be caching if the temp hits 90F, I'm thinking sitting in the shade (if any can be found) drinking cool adult beverages and talking about caching.

Anyone in for some early morning caching? (Before it gets too bloody hot)

1.5k · August 16, 2005

I really wish Seth's server had not gone on vacation with him... it would have made a few things easier. Seth is due back tomorrow and we should be able to get the list back up at that time.

There have been a couple cancellations. A few people have had things come up that prevent them from attending. If there is any one that was not able to make camping reservations because the campground was full, contact me! We should be able to fit you in now.

Because of the weather forecast, we have decided to move dinner on Saturday a little later than originally planned. We were going to fire up the BBQ Charcoal at 3PM, now we are thinking of 5PM Instead.

We have anticipated that many people will be out for part of the day on Saturday scoring some of the local caches. Yes it will probably be hot, but it's also up in the mountains with lots of trees around, so it should be bearable.... with plenty of "Cold Beverages" around to help kill the heat.

There will be a GPS Accuracy Contest similar to the one held at the Luau in Gorst this last weekend. If you want to participate, bring an appropriate trading item to put into the pot. Items such as Geocoins and GOOD trading items, Ammo Boxes, etc are approprioate. Please no McToys or Travel Bugs (unactivated tags would be ok). EVERYONE will win something. The prizes collected will be spread out on a table and the closest to ground zero will pick from the table of prizes first. Second closest will pick second and so on until all the prizes are gone.

Moun10Bike will also be leading a project to map the trails of the park. There will be some rewards for those that partipate in that project also. We are still discussing what that might me but I think those that participate will be pleased. Bring your GPS Cables if you have them so we can download your track logs.

I'm sure I've forgotten to mention several things.... We'll try to keep you posted!

Edited August 16, 2005 by Right Wing Wacko

1.3k · August 16, 2005

I'm sure I've forgotten to mention several things.... We'll try to keep you posted!

***Raises Hand***

Forget me??

I am planning a pirate adventure for the kids, around 3ish. I've got some pirate hat craft kits so the kids can make their own hats. We had a problem with this at the Champoeg event as there wasn't enough time for the glue to dry. I encourage everyone who plans to attend to stop by Friday night or Saturday morning to get a hat made before the actual adventure starts.

9.5k · August 17, 2005

From Ambrosia talking about the Wenatchee area weather:

"For the last two weeks it's been averaging about 100 here. Anywhere between 90 - 105 degrees. Most days it's been 105. I think that's the longest hot streak that I can ever remember here. Fortunately, we are in the desert, so it gets down in the 60's at night."

I for one won't be caching if the temp hits 90F, I'm thinking sitting in the shade (if any can be found) drinking cool adult beverages and talking about caching.

Anyone in for some early morning caching? (Before it gets too bloody hot)

Maybe. If it isn't too early either. I'm hoping for no early morning whistlers to wake up the camp. I like waking when I feel like waking up in the morning.

9.5k · August 17, 2005

I'm sure I've forgotten to mention several things.... We'll try to keep you posted!

***Raises Hand***

Forget me??

I am planning a pirate adventure for the kids, around 3ish. I've got some pirate hat craft kits so the kids can make their own hats. We had a problem with this at the Champoeg event as there wasn't enough time for the glue to dry. I encourage everyone who plans to attend to stop by Friday night or Saturday morning to get a hat made before the actual adventure starts.

I have a pirate's flag for the event.

August 17, 2005

This might seem a bit weird, but Mama Cita and KidAce both have Celiac's and a milk allergy to boot.

If possible, can people bring ingredient lists with them for their potluck stuff? Don't want either one of them having a reaction and spoiling the weekend.

If you have any concerns about some ingredient in something that you want to bring, please don't hesitate to send me an email at wyld_sider@yahoo.com and I can help out.

Just thinking of the two ladies in my life... DangerBoy and I eat mostly anything.

cheers,

Poppa J

August 17, 2005

I see conversations about eating, & camping, but nothing about caching. Any thoughts on this?

As a suggestion for those coming to the campout from the wet side, via Snoqualimie Pass and I-90 and Blewett Pass Highway 97, you can get to the campground by taking the Liberty-Beehive Road, and pick up many caches along the way. Microsoft Streets and Trips shows this as not a through road, but it is. Turn off Hiway 97 at the Liberty road (approximately N47 14.586 and W 120 41.844). The first couple of miles is paved, then it becomes dirt all the way past Beehive Lake and finally connects to the paved Mission Ridge road (a short distance from the Squilchuck state park campground). I highly recommed this way because there are nearly 20 caches, most are drive by, but the scenery makes it worth it. It can be bumpy in some places....ok...really bumpy in some places, but still worth the drive. Take in some side roads (off the Liberty Beehive road) along the way for more caches with awesome scenic views.

Just so I can ask and make sure Mama Cita doesn't accuse me of being a typical guy and not stopping to ask for directions...

Anyone have a brain dead route along the I-90? I.e. head East of 1-90 to exit (blah), turn... etc....

Mapquest wants me to go up to Hwy 2....

cheers,

Poppa J

9.5k · August 17, 2005

MapPoint has it as the following edited just after leaving Northbend to just at the Squilchuck State Park entrance:

Time Mile Instruction For Toward

9:05 AM 2.1 Merge onto I-90 (South-East) 113.3 mi

Construction near Vantage (EB) from 2/14/2005 to 9/30/2005

10:51 AM 115.4 At I-90 Exit 143, turn off onto Ramp 0.2 mi

10:51 AM 115.6 Turn LEFT (North-West) onto Road U SW 65 yds

10:51 AM 115.6 Continue (North-West) on Silica Rd 43 yds

10:52 AM 115.6 Turn LEFT (South) onto Ramp 0.2 mi

10:52 AM 115.8 Merge onto I-90 (South-West) 3.6 mi

10:55 AM 119.3 At I-90, stay on I-90 (South) 2.4 mi

10:57 AM 121.8 At I-90 Exit 137, turn off onto Ramp 0.5 mi

10:58 AM 122.3 Merge onto SR-26 [Road 13] (North) 32 yds

10:58 AM 122.3 Turn off onto Ramp 0.2 mi

10:58 AM 122.5 Merge onto I-90 (North) 11.7 mi

11:09 AM 134.2 At I-90 Exit 149, turn off onto Ramp 0.2 mi

11:09 AM 134.3 Turn LEFT (North) onto Royal Anne Ave 174 yds

11:10 AM 134.4 Continue (North) on Road Q NW [Road Q Northwest] 2.6 mi

11:15 AM 137.1 Continue (North) on SR-281 7.9 mi

11:29 AM 145.0 Turn LEFT (West) onto SR-28 [F St SW] 29.6 mi

12:06 PM 174.6 Turn off onto Ramp 0.2 mi

12:07 PM 174.8 Turn LEFT (West) onto US-2 Bus [stevens St] 0.3 mi

12:08 PM 175.1 Continue (West) on Stevens St 0.1 mi

12:09 PM 175.2 Turn LEFT (South) onto S Mission St 1.5 mi

12:13 PM 176.7 Continue (South) on Squilchuck Rd 1.3 mi

12:16 PM 178.0 Continue (South) on CR-711 [squilchuck Rd] 5.2 mi

12:26 PM 183.2 Arrive 5944 Squilchuck Rd, Wenatchee, WA 98801

SUMMARY

Approximate Driving distance: 183.2 miles

August 17, 2005

MapPoint has it as the following edited just after leaving Northbend to just at the Squilchuck State Park entrance:

Time Mile Instruction For Toward

9:05 AM 2.1 Merge onto I-90 (South-East) 113.3 mi

Construction near Vantage (EB) from 2/14/2005 to 9/30/2005

10:51 AM 115.4 At I-90 Exit 143, turn off onto Ramp 0.2 mi

10:51 AM 115.6 Turn LEFT (North-West) onto Road U SW 65 yds

10:51 AM 115.6 Continue (North-West) on Silica Rd 43 yds

10:52 AM 115.6 Turn LEFT (South) onto Ramp 0.2 mi

10:52 AM 115.8 Merge onto I-90 (South-West) 3.6 mi

10:55 AM 119.3 At I-90, stay on I-90 (South) 2.4 mi

10:57 AM 121.8 At I-90 Exit 137, turn off onto Ramp 0.5 mi

10:58 AM 122.3 Merge onto SR-26 [Road 13] (North) 32 yds

10:58 AM 122.3 Turn off onto Ramp 0.2 mi

10:58 AM 122.5 Merge onto I-90 (North) 11.7 mi

11:09 AM 134.2 At I-90 Exit 149, turn off onto Ramp 0.2 mi

11:09 AM 134.3 Turn LEFT (North) onto Royal Anne Ave 174 yds

11:10 AM 134.4 Continue (North) on Road Q NW [Road Q Northwest] 2.6 mi

11:15 AM 137.1 Continue (North) on SR-281 7.9 mi

11:29 AM 145.0 Turn LEFT (West) onto SR-28 [F St SW] 29.6 mi

12:06 PM 174.6 Turn off onto Ramp 0.2 mi

12:07 PM 174.8 Turn LEFT (West) onto US-2 Bus [stevens St] 0.3 mi

12:08 PM 175.1 Continue (West) on Stevens St 0.1 mi

12:09 PM 175.2 Turn LEFT (South) onto S Mission St 1.5 mi

12:13 PM 176.7 Continue (South) on Squilchuck Rd 1.3 mi

12:16 PM 178.0 Continue (South) on CR-711 [squilchuck Rd] 5.2 mi

12:26 PM 183.2 Arrive 5944 Squilchuck Rd, Wenatchee, WA 98801

SUMMARY

Approximate Driving distance: 183.2 miles

This looks like it takes you all the way to George, WA on I-90 then back to Wenatchee. It's I nice drive and I did it on the way to the WCM but it is a lot longer drive. Typically I head east on I-90 then get off at Cle Elum and head over Hwy97 (Blewett Pass)

Google Map & Directions for going over Blewett Pass

August 17, 2005

Typically I head east on I-90 then get off at Cle Elum and head over Hwy97 (Blewett Pass)

Google Map & Directions for going over Blewett Pass

That's the way I normally go if I'm leaving from the Eastside. Blewett Pass is a nice drive.

9.5k · August 17, 2005

I typically take Hwy 2 across anyway. So here's the revised by I-90. If I don't put the via in, it tries to direct me off-road. I'm not sure I want to trust that particular route.

Time Mile Instruction For Toward

Summary: 131.4 miles

9:05 AM 2.1 Merge onto I-90 (South-East) 55.0 mi

9:56 AM 57.0 At I-90 Exit 85, turn off onto Ramp 0.1 mi

9:56 AM 57.2 Turn LEFT (North) onto Sunset Hwy 0.4 mi

9:58 AM 57.6 Turn RIGHT (East) onto SR-970 9.9 mi

10:15 AM 67.4 Continue (North-East) on US-97 35.3 mi

10:57 AM 102.8 Bear RIGHT (East) onto US-2 [uS-97] 13.9 mi

11:15 AM 116.7 At US-2, stay on US-2 [uS-97] (East) 2.3 mi

11:18 AM 119.0 Turn RIGHT (South) onto SR-28 [sunset Hwy N] 3.9 mi

11:23 AM 122.9 Turn off onto Ramp 0.1 mi

11:23 AM 123.0 Turn RIGHT (West) onto US-2 Bus [stevens St] 0.3 mi

11:24 AM 123.3 Continue (West) on Stevens St 0.1 mi

11:25 AM 123.5 Turn LEFT (South) onto S Mission St 1.5 mi

11:30 AM 124.9 Continue (South) on Squilchuck Rd 1.3 mi

11:33 AM 126.2 Continue (South) on CR-711 [squilchuck Rd] 5.2 mi

11:43 AM 131.4 Arrive 5944 Squilchuck Rd, Wenatchee, WA 98801

7.3k · August 18, 2005

The sun has been playing peek-a-boo with the clouds all day today. It's been very pleasant, and is about 80 degrees right now. It would be really nice if it lasted through the weekend, but weather has a way of changing quickly. <_<

Just a reminder to everybody: Even if it is boiling hot this weekend, still bring a light jacket, pants, and a good sleeping bag. Sometimes it gets quite cool in the evening and at night, so it is good to be prepared. Wouldn't hurt to bring along a rain jacket, too. Last weekend we camped in Leavenworth and got rained on briefly.

1.2k · August 18, 2005

I have been asked for directions from Liberty to Squilchuck state park for anyone who wants to get the caches on this Bookmark list Liberty-Beehive Route.

From the historic town of Liberty follow FR-9718 and pick up Fools Gold, Cougar Gulch, and Sandstone Towers caches, then to the 3-way intersection of FR-9718, FR-35, and FR-9712, take FR-35 south to get Don't Look Down, Edge of the World, and Lion Rock caches, then back to the 3-way intersection, turn east on FR-9712 (Liberty-Beehive Rd) to get the rest of the caches in the Bookmark list all the way to Beehive Lake and on to Squilchuck State Park.

1.2k · August 18, 2005

Another recommendation from a local for more scenic caches in the area, head down the hill from the state park, approx. 2-1/2 miles, to the Wenatchee Heights road. Drive up to the Wenatchee Heights and there are plenty of great caches with views of the valley and Mission Ridge. Continue on up to Four Corners cache at the Chelan-Kittitas county line and end up on the Naneum Ridge road to Wenatchee Mountain cache for a panoramic view at the highest point in the area. You will be looking right down on the Mission Ridge ski area and Squilchuck state park, but also can see Mt. Rainier and the Mt. Stewart Range.

7.3k · August 18, 2005

Another recommendation from a local for more scenic caches in the area, head down the hill from the state park, approx. 2-1/2 miles, to the Wenatchee Heights road. Drive up to the Wenatchee Heights and there are plenty of great caches with views of the valley and Mission Ridge. Continue on up to Four Corners cache at the Chelan-Kittitas county line and end up on the Naneum Ridge road to Wenatchee Mountain cache for a panoramic view at the highest point in the area. You will be looking right down on the Mission Ridge ski area and Squilchuck state park, but also can see Mt. Rainier and the Mt. Stewart Range.

With a good off road vehicle!

August 18, 2005

Another recommendation from a local for more scenic caches in the area, head down the hill from the state park, approx. 2-1/2 miles, to the Wenatchee Heights road. Drive up to the Wenatchee Heights and there are plenty of great caches with views of the valley and Mission Ridge. Continue on up to Four Corners cache at the Chelan-Kittitas county line and end up on the Naneum Ridge road to Wenatchee Mountain cache for a panoramic view at the highest point in the area. You will be looking right down on the Mission Ridge ski area and Squilchuck state park, but also can see Mt. Rainier and the Mt. Stewart Range.

With a good off road vehicle!

Yeah, and I just hid another cache up there today for you all who have high clearance vehicles.

1.5k · August 18, 2005

Another recommendation from a local for more scenic caches in the area, head down the hill from the state park, approx. 2-1/2 miles, to the Wenatchee Heights road. Drive up to the Wenatchee Heights and there are plenty of great caches with views of the valley and Mission Ridge. Continue on up to Four Corners cache at the Chelan-Kittitas county line and end up on the Naneum Ridge road to Wenatchee Mountain cache for a panoramic view at the highest point in the area. You will be looking right down on the Mission Ridge ski area and Squilchuck state park, but also can see Mt. Rainier and the Mt. Stewart Range.

With a good off road vehicle!

Yeah, and I just hid another cache up there today for you all who have high clearance vehicles.

Has it been approved yet...

You better bring copies of the page to share with all, since many of us are just now finalizing our PQ's for the trip.

1.2k · August 18, 2005

I went up to Beehive Lookout Site this evening and replaced the cache that was missing with a new one. The cache is now enabled.

August 18, 2005

Another recommendation from a local for more scenic caches in the area, head down the hill from the state park, approx. 2-1/2 miles, to the Wenatchee Heights road. Drive up to the Wenatchee Heights and there are plenty of great caches with views of the valley and Mission Ridge. Continue on up to Four Corners cache at the Chelan-Kittitas county line and end up on the Naneum Ridge road to Wenatchee Mountain cache for a panoramic view at the highest point in the area. You will be looking right down on the Mission Ridge ski area and Squilchuck state park, but also can see Mt. Rainier and the Mt. Stewart Range.

With a good off road vehicle!

Yeah, and I just hid another cache up there today for you all who have high clearance vehicles.

Has it been approved yet...

You better bring copies of the page to share with all, since many of us are just now finalizing our PQ's for the trip.

Not approved yet but I am sure Team Misguided will get on it quickly. If you want coords before you leave email me and I will send them to you. Otherwise I will bring printouts.

August 18, 2005

MapPoint has it as the following edited just after leaving Northbend to just at the Squilchuck State Park entrance:

Time Mile Instruction For Toward

9:05 AM 2.1 Merge onto I-90 (South-East) 113.3 mi

Construction near Vantage (EB) from 2/14/2005 to 9/30/2005

10:51 AM 115.4 At I-90 Exit 143, turn off onto Ramp 0.2 mi

10:51 AM 115.6 Turn LEFT (North-West) onto Road U SW 65 yds

10:51 AM 115.6 Continue (North-West) on Silica Rd 43 yds

10:52 AM 115.6 Turn LEFT (South) onto Ramp 0.2 mi

10:52 AM 115.8 Merge onto I-90 (South-West) 3.6 mi

10:55 AM 119.3 At I-90, stay on I-90 (South) 2.4 mi

10:57 AM 121.8 At I-90 Exit 137, turn off onto Ramp 0.5 mi

10:58 AM 122.3 Merge onto SR-26 [Road 13] (North) 32 yds

10:58 AM 122.3 Turn off onto Ramp 0.2 mi

10:58 AM 122.5 Merge onto I-90 (North) 11.7 mi

11:09 AM 134.2 At I-90 Exit 149, turn off onto Ramp 0.2 mi

11:09 AM 134.3 Turn LEFT (North) onto Royal Anne Ave 174 yds

11:10 AM 134.4 Continue (North) on Road Q NW [Road Q Northwest] 2.6 mi

11:15 AM 137.1 Continue (North) on SR-281 7.9 mi

11:29 AM 145.0 Turn LEFT (West) onto SR-28 [F St SW] 29.6 mi

12:06 PM 174.6 Turn off onto Ramp 0.2 mi

12:07 PM 174.8 Turn LEFT (West) onto US-2 Bus [stevens St] 0.3 mi

12:08 PM 175.1 Continue (West) on Stevens St 0.1 mi

12:09 PM 175.2 Turn LEFT (South) onto S Mission St 1.5 mi

12:13 PM 176.7 Continue (South) on Squilchuck Rd 1.3 mi

12:16 PM 178.0 Continue (South) on CR-711 [squilchuck Rd] 5.2 mi

12:26 PM 183.2 Arrive 5944 Squilchuck Rd, Wenatchee, WA 98801

SUMMARY

Approximate Driving distance: 183.2 miles

As I read this, I was very confused with the first part of these directions. I believe this part of the travel directions would apply if one were traveling West on SR26 and were wanting to go West on I-90. Then you would have to follow the directions as given. The west bound inter-change at I-90 and SR 26 is tore out at this time.

You would not have any problem traveling East on I-90 through this construction area other than a slow down "Give them a brake"

1.5k · August 18, 2005

Another recommendation from a local for more scenic caches in the area, head down the hill from the state park, approx. 2-1/2 miles, to the Wenatchee Heights road. Drive up to the Wenatchee Heights and there are plenty of great caches with views of the valley and Mission Ridge. Continue on up to Four Corners cache at the Chelan-Kittitas county line and end up on the Naneum Ridge road to Wenatchee Mountain cache for a panoramic view at the highest point in the area. You will be looking right down on the Mission Ridge ski area and Squilchuck state park, but also can see Mt. Rainier and the Mt. Stewart Range.

With a good off road vehicle!

Yeah, and I just hid another cache up there today for you all who have high clearance vehicles.

Has it been approved yet...

You better bring copies of the page to share with all, since many of us are just now finalizing our PQ's for the trip.

Not approved yet but I am sure Team Misguided will get on it quickly. If you want coords before you leave email me and I will send them to you. Otherwise I will bring printouts.

Well... most all of the approvers will be at the Campout! To bad they don't have Wi-Fi up there

August 18, 2005

Told ya Team Misguided would take care of it. It's a done, did, deal!

1.2k · August 18, 2005

Told ya Team Misguided would take care of it. It's a done, did, deal!

And here it is: Just Another Valley View

5.6k · August 18, 2005

Why does my map show the event cache outside the park (to the south)?

1.5k · August 18, 2005

Why does my map show the event cache outside the park (to the south)?

Those were the coordinates of the Group Camp that Patudles and I took when we checked out the park after the Wenatchee Cache Machine.

I can think of a couple possible reasons....

1. We took our readings wrong or wrote them down wrong.

2. The maps are not totally accurate as to where the park boundries are.

9.5k · August 18, 2005

MapPoint has it as the following edited just after leaving Northbend to just at the Squilchuck State Park entrance:

Time Mile Instruction For Toward

9:05 AM 2.1 Merge onto I-90 (South-East) 113.3 mi

Construction near Vantage (EB) from 2/14/2005 to 9/30/2005

10:51 AM 115.4 At I-90 Exit 143, turn off onto Ramp 0.2 mi

10:51 AM 115.6 Turn LEFT (North-West) onto Road U SW 65 yds

10:51 AM 115.6 Continue (North-West) on Silica Rd 43 yds

10:52 AM 115.6 Turn LEFT (South) onto Ramp 0.2 mi

10:52 AM 115.8 Merge onto I-90 (South-West) 3.6 mi

10:55 AM 119.3 At I-90, stay on I-90 (South) 2.4 mi

10:57 AM 121.8 At I-90 Exit 137, turn off onto Ramp 0.5 mi

10:58 AM 122.3 Merge onto SR-26 [Road 13] (North) 32 yds

10:58 AM 122.3 Turn off onto Ramp 0.2 mi

10:58 AM 122.5 Merge onto I-90 (North) 11.7 mi

11:09 AM 134.2 At I-90 Exit 149, turn off onto Ramp 0.2 mi

11:09 AM 134.3 Turn LEFT (North) onto Royal Anne Ave 174 yds

11:10 AM 134.4 Continue (North) on Road Q NW [Road Q Northwest] 2.6 mi

11:15 AM 137.1 Continue (North) on SR-281 7.9 mi

11:29 AM 145.0 Turn LEFT (West) onto SR-28 [F St SW] 29.6 mi

12:06 PM 174.6 Turn off onto Ramp 0.2 mi

12:07 PM 174.8 Turn LEFT (West) onto US-2 Bus [stevens St] 0.3 mi

12:08 PM 175.1 Continue (West) on Stevens St 0.1 mi

12:09 PM 175.2 Turn LEFT (South) onto S Mission St 1.5 mi

12:13 PM 176.7 Continue (South) on Squilchuck Rd 1.3 mi

12:16 PM 178.0 Continue (South) on CR-711 [squilchuck Rd] 5.2 mi

12:26 PM 183.2 Arrive 5944 Squilchuck Rd, Wenatchee, WA 98801

SUMMARY

Approximate Driving distance: 183.2 miles

As I read this, I was very confused with the first part of these directions. I believe this part of the travel directions would apply if one were traveling West on SR26 and were wanting to go West on I-90. Then you would have to follow the directions as given. The west bound inter-change at I-90 and SR 26 is tore out at this time.

You would not have any problem traveling East on I-90 through this construction area other than a slow down "Give them a brake"

I can only put in what Mappoint puts out. The construction detour is according to whatever DOT provided to the web site MS pulls down for the info. If you don't have to detour, then ignore that part.

1.3k · August 18, 2005

Why does my map show the event cache outside the park (to the south)?

That's just where YOU will be. :blink:

1.5k · August 18, 2005

As a suggestion for those coming to the campout from the wet side, via Snoqualimie Pass and I-90 and Blewett Pass Highway 97, you can get to the campground by taking the Liberty-Beehive Road, and pick up many caches along the way. It can be bumpy in some places....ok...really bumpy in some places, but still worth the drive.

Can a minivan handle the drive?

9.5k · August 18, 2005

It should. It's a secondary road driving up to the park from Wenatchee and that indicates it is maintained.

7.3k · August 18, 2005

As a suggestion for those coming to the campout from the wet side, via Snoqualimie Pass and I-90 and Blewett Pass Highway 97, you can get to the campground by taking the Liberty-Beehive Road, and pick up many caches along the way. It can be bumpy in some places....ok...really bumpy in some places, but still worth the drive.

Can a minivan handle the drive?

It's a pretty ok drive, depending on your clearance. Our Chrysler is so bad, we have trouble going in and out of parking lots. :blink:

5.6k · August 18, 2005

Why does my map show the event cache outside the park (to the south)?

Those were the coordinates of the Group Camp that Patudles and I took when we checked out the park after the Wenatchee Cache Machine.

I can think of a couple possible reasons....

1. We took our readings wrong or wrote them down wrong.

2. The maps are not totally accurate as to where the park boundries are.

Is the group camp at the base of a steep cirque wall in the western part of the park? That's where the co-ords put me on both NG Topo! and MS Streets & Trips. The entrance co-ords TL gave are right on. Gee, if no one gets to the co-ords, can they still log the event???

That's just where YOU will be.

Yeah, well YOU'll still be able to hear me - I have a strong voice and a loud snore! :lol:

9.5k · August 18, 2005

Why does my map show the event cache outside the park (to the south)?

Those were the coordinates of the Group Camp that Patudles and I took when we checked out the park after the Wenatchee Cache Machine.

I can think of a couple possible reasons....

1. We took our readings wrong or wrote them down wrong.

2. The maps are not totally accurate as to where the park boundries are.

Is the group camp at the base of a steep cirque wall in the western part of the park? That's where the co-ords put me on both NG Topo! and MS Streets & Trips. The entrance co-ords TL gave are right on. Gee, if no one gets to the co-ords, can they still log the event???

That's just where YOU will be.

Yeah, well YOU'll still be able to hear me - I have a strong voice and a loud snore!

Well... mine aren't on-site readings. I took the coords straight off the map.

August 18, 2005

As a suggestion for those coming to the campout from the wet side, via Snoqualimie Pass and I-90 and Blewett Pass Highway 97, you can get to the campground by taking the Liberty-Beehive Road, and pick up many caches along the way. It can be bumpy in some places....ok...really bumpy in some places, but still worth the drive.

Can a minivan handle the drive?

It depends on the value you place on your minivan. It has a lot of bumps and ruts. High clearance is best. Even with high clearance you have to drive carefully. One cacher broke her trailer hitch going over a bump. I have seen sedans and vans on the road so it is up to you. If you chose to do so take it slowly and carefully over the rough spots.

August 18, 2005

Why does my map show the event cache outside the park (to the south)?

Those were the coordinates of the Group Camp that Patudles and I took when we checked out the park after the Wenatchee Cache Machine.

I can think of a couple possible reasons....

1. We took our readings wrong or wrote them down wrong.

2. The maps are not totally accurate as to where the park boundries are.

Is the group camp at the base of a steep cirque wall in the western part of the park? That's where the co-ords put me on both NG Topo! and MS Streets & Trips. The entrance co-ords TL gave are right on. Gee, if no one gets to the co-ords, can they still log the event???

That's just where YOU will be.

Yeah, well YOU'll still be able to hear me - I have a strong voice and a loud snore!

If your coords get you to the gate all you have to do is follow the road. There are no turnoffs. Just go through the gate and stay on the road past the lodge which is on a hill on your left as you drive in. Continue on to the campsites. The road will make a loop through the camping area. I have been up there a couple of times and the gate was locked but I heard it was open yesterday so I will try to go up again this afternoon and check it out.

Anything in particular you all need to know about it?

7.5k · August 18, 2005

Anything in particular you all need to know about it?

For planning purposes on the trail mapping project, it would be helpful to me to know where the trails in the park begin and generally how manby and how long they are. I don't need you to walk them, but knowing a good place for people to gather for the mapping and how many groups to organize would be great. Thanks!

August 18, 2005

Anything in particular you all need to know about it?

For planning purposes on the trail mapping project, it would be helpful to me to know where the trails in the park begin and generally how manby and how long they are. I don't need you to walk them, but knowing a good place for people to gather for the mapping and how many groups to organize would be great. Thanks!

Just talked to Ranger Mike on the phone. The camp is locked right now so I can't get in but I will go pick up the key this evening so I can unlock it in the morning. What time will the first arrivers be coming in so I can be sure and be their on time. Ranger Mike says he will come in Friday afternoon towards evening to discuss the trail system. He says he can save us some time by showing you personally. He is really excited about us doing this mapping.

Wsga - Summer Campout 2005

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