Camping--July 13-15

[Hot Ice]

By popular request, I am posting up the camping info that was started on mazda3forums.com and opened up to mnmazda.com. The website for the thread is: http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=71292.0
Feel free to check it out and ask questions as needed.


Ok, here are the few activities that are going on in Duluth the weekend on July 13th through 15th.

*Summer Clearance Sidewalk Sale at the Miller Mall
For the shoppers in us Smile
*Fitger's Sidewalk Festival, Fitger's Brewery Complex
http://www.fitgers.com/
*Second Annual Bayfront Reggae Festival, Bayfront Festival Park
http://www.reggaefestivalguide.com/festivals/july.shtml
http://www.bayfrontreggae.com/home.html

Ok, here are the details for those of you that might be checking this out from MNMazda.com, everyone is welcome to come and once it gets closer, if you could let me know how many if you are planning on staying at the campground, I will make sure we have enough space.

Here is all that you need to know, please pass the word and DON'T FORGET the plans. Take work off now, so the fun can be had by all.

Here is the link for the map of the campground:
http://www.indianpointcampground.com/grounds_map.html

I have reserved campsites 55 through 58. Three of them have electric for lights and music!! Kick Ass. The man, Will Munger, was very pleasant and knows that we will be a big group and thought it would be the biggest, most private, and best (since it is on the water) spot for us to be. Now, the tent site is $21 per night with a $10 charge for each extra tent. The electric sites are $25 per night with a $10 charge per extra tent as well. He did say that we could fit up to three tents per site, if we wanted to. So, even though I have reserved four sites, which could ultimately hold three tents at four people per tent, that could be 12 per site...but I think that would get crowded. I say we do two four + people tents per site or three two people tents. Is this making sense?
He also said we might be able to fit two cars per site for parking. If there isn't room, we can park near the entrance. The reservations can only be for two nights, not one. So please, please, please try to be available for both nights of FUN! I can call him at any time to change the number of sites we may need within the next couple months.
**Now for the hotel goers...the Munger Inn is on the property as well and he said that for a room with 2 queen beds, each night would be $89.95 for two people, if you add two more people, it would normally be $105.95 but he will let four people stay for the price of 2 if you mention that you are with this group. You could say the Mazda group but it is reserved under my last name and he thinks you should say that. Now of course, if you plan on going and staying at the Inn, you should make your reservations within the next month or so, would be my guess. Just PM me if you need my last name. And, if you stay in the hotel...you get complimentary BIKES! for the trails...another Kick Ass!
So, this is the plan. This is for Friday, July 13th through Sunday, July 15th. Any questions, just HOLLA, and let's get pumped up.

[Hot Ice]

Here is the sign up so far...

1. Mazdamn02 (Josh) +1
2. Spek1098 (Jurgen)
3. dmention7 (Jay) +1
4. hot ice (Jess) +1 or so
5. aviateur (Jeff) + 4 person tent

[JustROLLIN]

I will be there. Better put a +10 for the harem of women I will be bringing with.

[Hot Ice]

Here is the sign up so far...

1. Mazdamn02 (Josh) +1
2. Spek1098 (Jurgen)
3. dmention7 (Jay) +1
4. hot ice (Jess) +1 or so
5. aviateur (Jeff) + 4 person tent
6. JustRollin (Joe) + 10 make believe women

[micahlarson]

I should be going I'm going to ask off of work today just pm me with an approx cost etc.. I we'll prolyl stay in tents cause the women wanna stay in tents.. so me + 5 women ;) I'm a playa .. lol j/p me +1

[JustROLLIN]

What time do we plan on leaving from the cities?

[Hot Ice]

I know for me, I will have class until 4:10 that day unless I skip it and leave after my morning class to be there in the early afternoon. I can't remember what time the guy said we could get there but I am thinking anytime on Friday after noon.

[JustROLLIN]

Yeah, cause I can always take a half day or something. Any idea what people on M3F.com said? I cant see that site while I am at work.

[Hot Ice]

They haven't stated what time they were heading out. I also am not aware of who is planning on going for the whole weekend or just one night. I am thinking most people are going to make a weekend out of it. I do think that all of the m3f.com people that have signed up to go...are on this site as well, so we will be hearing from them I am sure. I am always up for half days so I can ... I just remembered that will be second session and I will only have a morning class so I will be able to be there early!

[JustROLLIN]

Yeah, I would rather get out of here early. I want to have some daylight for setting up tents and whatnot.

[Hot Ice]

Perfect!

[dmention7]

What do people think about meeting up in Forest Lake, for example, in order to caravan up to the camping site??

[JustROLLIN]

I dont mind meeting in Forest Lake if we can do it a little earlier in the day. I live in the SW metro and trying to get to Forest Lake during rush hour does not excite me. If some people want to head up at say 1-3pm I would be down.

[micahlarson]

i just put in my days off request so hopefully I get those days off

[dmention7]

I will probably be taking the day off as well, or at least leaving early, so meeting up in the early afternoon is awesome for me.

[spek1098]

Yea, I'm down like a clown getting smacked by charley brown. Early afternoon on friday sounds good to me to. Now onto that beer poll...

[CX-7_Racer]

WoW, how did I miss this tread. I am always up for a camping trip

[Hot Ice]

Here is the sign up so far...

1. Mazdamn02 (Josh) +1
2. Spek1098 (Jurgen)
3. dmention7 (Jay) +1
4. hot ice (Jess) +1 and a 4 person tent
5. aviateur (Jeff) + 4 person tent
6. JustRollin (Joe) + 10 make believe women
7. micahlarson (Micah) +1

Anyone else...

[CX-7_Racer]

1. Mazdamn02 (Josh) +1
2. Spek1098 (Jurgen)
3. dmention7 (Jay) +1
4. hot ice (Jess) +1 and a 4 person tent
5. aviateur (Jeff) + 4 person tent
6. JustRollin (Joe) + 10 make believe women
7. micahlarson (Micah) +1
8. CX-7_Racer (Tim) +1 and a 4 person tent

[spek1098]

1. Mazdamn02 (Josh) +1
2. Spek1098 (Jurgen) + 4 person Tent
3. dmention7 (Jay) +1
4. hot ice (Jess) +1 and a 4 person tent
5. aviateur (Jeff) + 4 person tent
6. JustRollin (Joe) + 10 make believe women
7. micahlarson (Micah) +1
8. CX-7_Racer (Tim) +1 and a 4 person tent

[Hot Ice]

So it is looking like we have 13, that isn't enough for more than two sites yet. (and 2 are hoteling it so 11 really) We have four reserved, all on the water, with our own space and privacy. Anyone else jumping on the bandwagon yet? DrWebster? How about you and your bride?? Out of 90 + members, there should be more. SpeedAddict? How about you? You can sleep in my tent with my friend and I. We can make it the "Ladies Tent".

1. Mazdamn02 (Josh) +1
2. Spek1098 (Jurgen) + 4 person Tent
3. dmention7 (Jay) +1
4. hot ice (Jess) +1 and a 4 person tent
5. aviateur (Jeff) + 4 person tent
6. JustRollin (Joe) + 10 make believe women
7. micahlarson (Micah) +1
8. CX-7_Racer (Tim) +1 and a 4 person tent

[mazdamn02]

Looks like we've got a good turn out, I just requested the time off. Do you have me marked off as a wimpy hotel goer Jess?

[Hot Ice]

Yes, but I wasn't naming names...:) You are not wimpy!! Well, not that I know of. ;)

[mazdamn02]

I'm pretty wimpy, lol, I'd camp but my lady's back got hurt at work a few months ago and she doesn't want to rough it.

[Hot Ice]

Gotta make the lady happy or NO one is happy! Good call. I am assuming you called and reserved one already?? You get bikes with the room too!

[mndsm]

Damn I might have to do that. Thrashing one someone elses bikes is always a good time.

[mazdamn02]

I actually just made the reservation literally 1 minute ago. I'm pumped because July is the month I don't have to pay for rent! Yay!

[micahlarson]

[QUOTE=Hot Ice;6009]So it is looking like we have 13, that isn't enough for more than two sites yet. (and 2 are hoteling it so 11 really) We have four reserved, all on the water, with our own space and privacy. Anyone else jumping on the bandwagon yet? DrWebster? How about you and your bride?? Out of 90 + members, there should be more. SpeedAddict? How about you? You can sleep in my tent with my friend and I. We can make it the "Ladies Tent".

I wanna sleep in the ladies tent! ;)

[Hot Ice]

You are bringing a lady, Micah, you can't sleep in the ladies tent! You will be BANNED! But your lady can...;)

[mndsm]

Can I um...... ''visit'' the ladies tent?

[Hot Ice]

If you come camping Tom, you can come visit the tent, but you have to drop off Taya to play with us.

[micahlarson]

why not? I'll be sleeping with her.. so there for I can sleep in the lady's tent.. it's simple logic...

[Hot Ice]

No room for couples!!! LOL!

[dmention7]

"If this tent's a'rockin, don't come a'knockin" Seriously, if there are funny sounds coming from my tent, leave us alone!

[mndsm]

d00d, try and be quiet when you're giving your woman a solid rogering and we won't have to do things to you.

[dmention7]

rogering..... lol

[Hot Ice]

I love camping! It ROCKS! Getting more excited by the day! I have a tent coming in the mail this week!

[micahlarson]

well what if it's not me that has to be quiet?

[Hot Ice]

So is anyone having any questions or thoughts that is making them hesitant on signing up for camping? We still have quite a bit of room for the sites.
(no Micah, you can't ask any questions) ;)

[dmention7]

Do we have to pitch our own tents... or will the ladies be around to give us a hand in pitching a tent?

[micahlarson]

I know my laddy will be giving me a hand

[dmention7]

Your laddy, huh? I didn't know we were bringing our scottish boy-toys on the trip! LOL

[Hot Ice]

I would imagine that all the ladies there would love to give someone a hand or two. Especially for those of us ladies that have to pitch our own tent...

Good question, any others?

[spek1098]

Do we have to pitch our own tents... or will the ladies be around to give us a hand in pitching a tent?

:rollinglaugh:

[Hot Ice]

:rollinglaugh:

I don't think it was QUITE that funny. ;)

[Big Nate]

:boxing: :war: :happydance:
I don't think it was QUITE that funny. ;)

[JustROLLIN]

What kind of camping trip is this? Sounds like a few movies I have seen along the way.... :)

[micahlarson]

yeah I hope it's like that

[dmention7]

bow chicka wow wow

[JustROLLIN]

bow chicka wow wow

LOL. Either some young girls are gonna get chopped up by Jason, or they are gonna have a visit from the "Cable Guy."

[micahlarson]

I'll give some girls a visit to rembember... mwau hahahah

[Hot Ice]

LOL. Either some young girls are gonna get chopped up by Jason, or they are gonna have a visit from the "Cable Guy."

LOL. :split: :28: I guess only those that go will find out. :crafty:

[spek1098]

I don't think it was QUITE that funny. ;)

Oh, but it was, but it was, at least when you have a twisted sence of humor.

BTW, I'm heading up to Indian Point for the weekend, anyone got anything they like me to arrange or take care of while I'm there?

[Hot Ice]

Oh, but it was, but it was, at least when you have a twisted sence of humor.

BTW, I'm heading up to Indian Point for the weekend, anyone got anything they like me to arrange or take care of while I'm there?

How was your weekend at Indian Point? Is it going to work for us??

[spek1098]

How was your weekend at Indian Point? Is it going to work for us??

It was swell. Should work out perfectly, other then the gravel roads that they have.

[dmention7]

gravel roads eh? We could get some mad tyte e-brake drifting action yo!

[Hot Ice]

gravel, smavel, means nothing to drunk people!!

[dmention7]

Is it July yet?

[mndsm]

Nope.

But it's june in like less than 48 hours, that has to count for something.

[micahlarson]

yeah ...

[spek1098]

Hey everyone, we're having a discussion and poll on which camp sites we want to go with, you can read here:

http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=71292.150

[dmention7]

How about I do you one better and add the poll to this thread, as well as the relevant information :D

Here is a map of the campground....

http://www.indianpointcampground.com/campground_rv.JPG

[Hot Ice]

That would be great Jay, thanks.

[micahlarson]

yeah I know.. I asked off for the 13th and I still have yet to set up my tent to make sure it's still water proof etc.. and that I'm not missing things

[dmention7]

I know I've got it off! :D

[micahlarson]

I don't know for sure yet but I'm sure I will

[spek1098]

I'm picking up some bias in that poll Jay, what’s with the question mark on the more space part? Each site near the woods has at least twice if not three times as much space as the lake view ones have, not to mention its isolated from almost all the other sites, so we can be loud as hell, if we want.

[Hot Ice]

Well I have a message into the people from yesterday and I am still waiting to hear back, I will try them again today to see if the other sites are even still available. We may be able to end this war once and for all...
(I can definitely tell who is for what)

[dmention7]

I'm picking up some bias in that poll Jay, what’s with the question mark on the more space part? Each site near the woods has at least twice if not three times as much space as the lake view ones have, not to mention its isolated from almost all the other sites, so we can be loud as hell, if we want.

waaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhh! :fish'D:

I put a question mark because I didn't know whether the map was accurate or not, and due to the fact that it sounds like the lots are big enough that space probably won't be an issue either way.


btw, I changed the poll...

[spek1098]

:boxing:

I'm just giving you a hard time, can't let all those mod powers go to your head.

Yea, with 4 sites, unless we get like 30 people, space won't be an issue. But you can never have to much space, what if the ladies want to get some mud wresling action going on?

[dmention7]

what if the ladies want to get some mud wresling action going on?

Best. Idea. EVAR. lol

[Hot Ice]

Well, I called today and the other sites are still available...so, based on the poll, maybe by Monday or so, I will change sites if needed, although I still haven't voted and maybe I will wait...mudwrestling, huh?? Shouldn't we have lakeview sites for the water for this event??

[JustROLLIN]

Just because I want to get work schedules all handled, who plans on heading up at what time on Friday? Do we wanna meet up somewhere central and all head out as a caravan?

[dmention7]

Joe, my thought was that we'd meet up in Forest Lake, for example, sometime early afternoon that friday. I vote Forest Lake, since we're all going to drive right past it anyways, and we can pick up any last-minute supplies we'll need for the trip.

[Hot Ice]

Joe, would you be interested in meeting up with a few of us campers on June 23rd or 24th in Brainerd to enjoy a day of planning for camping, Paul Bunyan Land (with a ton of rides and such) and grilling?

[JustROLLIN]

Joe, my thought was that we'd meet up in Forest Lake, for example, sometime early afternoon that friday. I vote Forest Lake, since we're all going to drive right past it anyways, and we can pick up any last-minute supplies we'll need for the trip.

OK. I will make that a tenative plan. I am just fine with that if thats how it ends up going down. I would like to get on the road a little early to beat the typical weekend "cabin traffic."

[JustROLLIN]

Joe, would you be interested in meeting up with a few of us campers on June 23rd or 24th in Brainerd to enjoy a day of planning for camping, Paul Bunyan Land (with a ton of rides and such) and grilling?

Possibly. Once you all decide on a date, let me know. I will see if I can make it or not. Are you all gonna plan events/activities?

[Hot Ice]

We were discussing so. If you mean for that day, yeah, if you mean for camping, we were thinking about it but more along the lines of who should bring what and probably who wants to bunk with who and that kind of stuff. And Jay thought of it as a "practice" caravan, but Jurgen wants to catch a ride, so it might just be a gathering of sorts. We kind of have been chatting about it on m3f.com so check it out if you want...

[micahlarson]

lol alright well just keep me posted

[Jesse MS3GT]

I might go

[Hot Ice]

Don't forget to vote in the poll. A few more days left...
Who else can go camping??

[Hot Ice]

1. Mazdamn02 (Josh) +1
2. Spek1098 (Jurgen) + 4 person Tent
3. dmention7 (Jay) +1
4. hot ice (Jess) +1 and a 4 person tent
5. aviateur (Jeff) + 4 person tent
6. JustRollin (Joe) + 10 make believe women
7. micahlarson (Micah) +1
8. CX-7_Racer (Tim) +1 and a 4 person tent
9. mndsm (Tom and Taya) staying with Jess

[JustROLLIN]

I am glad to see my make believe women still plan on showing up. ;)

[Hot Ice]

Ok, due to the poll on both sites and my vote, we are keeping the water sites! Now, with that said...if anyone else is planning on coming...sign up already! **And don't forget to book your hotel rooms if you need to! We won't need all four sites at this rate. And, the plan on June 23rd is to discuss a little about what we will be doing and who should bring what. At that point, we will post a list so for those of you that can't make it, you can add to it. I AM EXCITED AND READY FOR THIS CAMPING TRIP ALREADY!!!


:happydance:

[dragongirlie]

Here is the sign up so far...

1. Mazdamn02 (Josh) +1
2. Spek1098 (Jurgen)
3. dmention7 (Jay) +1
4. hot ice (Jess) +1 or so
5. aviateur (Jeff) + 4 person tent
6. JustRollin (Joe) + 10 make believe women

Everyones name starts with a "J":score010:

[JustROLLIN]

And my ten make believe women are named Jessica, Jade, Josie, Joanne, Julie, Jacinda, Jackie, Jean, Jaimee, and Jasmine. Huh...what coincidence.

[mndsm]

You forgot Jen and Joan.

[dmention7]

Interesting. Most people bring a 12-pack of beer to share around the campfire.... Joe's bringing a 12-pack of hos. It's all good!

[JustROLLIN]

Well its a ten pack, but they share like a keg.... if ya know what I mean. *Wink Wink*

[mndsm]

What everyone does handstands on them until they puke?

[JustROLLIN]

Sometimes...

[Hot Ice]

Well, I will be camping all this weekend and hopefully catching some fish in this hot, hot, hot weather. It should prepare me for Duluth! Would anyone like to start a sign up of who is bringing what or shall we just bring what we want and fend for ourselves/share? It might get complicated if we make a list of some sort. And there is more than J people going...Tom and Taya too!! Woot! Woot!

[JustROLLIN]

Boooo....the Js will always own the Ts.... I mean cmon, who doesnt like a nice J...

[mazdamn02]

Oh ya, I forgot to mention, so I want in on that keg! :D

[Hot Ice]

Yeah, why are you drinking already Josh? I thought it was October??!! Keg! Who is in charge of keeping ice on that **ucker in this kind of weather?? :)

I caught two perch and a killer sunburn yesterday! Go me!

[micahlarson]

well I'm getting ready for the camping trip have almost all the equipment bought.. so are we cooking on campfires or what's up with that too.. let me know!

[mazdamn02]

Yeah, why are you drinking already Josh? I thought it was October??!! Keg! Who is in charge of keeping ice on that **ucker in this kind of weather?? :)

I caught two perch and a killer sunburn yesterday! Go me!

Crazy, isn't it? Well they took me off of the meds since it raised my cholesterol to something that would make a deep fryer clog up....
So I get to drink again!

[dmention7]

Ummm... good, I guess? As long as the cholesterol goes back down shortly, anyways!

[mazdamn02]

Ummm... good, I guess? As long as the cholesterol goes back down shortly, anyways!

True... My tasty grillins and pizza eatin didn't help I'm sure.... I'll just need to eat more Cheerios or oatmeal or something. And beer. Beer helps cholesterol I hear.

[dmention7]

And beer. Beer helps cholesterol I hear.

This is news to me.... good news, that is!

[Hot Ice]

well I'm getting ready for the camping trip have almost all the equipment bought.. so are we cooking on campfires or what's up with that too.. let me know!

Well, we can certainly cook on the fire. I will be bringing a small propane grill and a propane cook stove for use as well. I am sure we will have endless options! :)

Good to hear that Josh, don't stay on meds that don't work!

[micahlarson]

swwwweeet I'm bringing a first aid kit.. I'm sure drunk and fire won't mix.. I'm so excited to cook on a fire again :)

[dmention7]

Burnt hot dogs FTW!!!

[mndsm]

Nothing says loving like cooking leftover meats on an open fire!

[Mazdaguy25mx3]

hey all i'm sorry i didn't get my name on here fast enough, i've been working to much.... but i'm still in if it isn't to late...

peace chris

[dmention7]

Never too late!

[JustROLLIN]

Yeah man, from the sound of it, we have more than enough room. By the way, we need to start thinking about finalizing plans as we are only about 2.5 weeks away.

[Hot Ice]

Finalize plans...well, you city folks should meet up on Friday early afternoonish in Forest Lake to caravan up to D-town with Jay. The rest of us will just be there when we can. I will be getting there somewhat early on Friday as well. As far as supplies, I would say bring what you really need and then we can share from there. If we want, we can list what we are bringing. I know that I will have a cook stove, small grill, a chair or more, a tent, some bedding, some cooking forks for the fire, some plastic ware, plates, paper towels, cups, lanterns, bug spray, towels, coolers with food and alcohol, bottle and can coolers, sunscreen, grilling tools, playing cards, possibly some fishing stuff, table cloths, that is what I can think of for the moment. How would anyone like to go about planning this? Any ideas? I keep asking but haven't really gotten any responses. It is sooooooooooooooooooooooooo close!! Yippee!

[Hot Ice]

hey all i'm sorry i didn't get my name on here fast enough, i've been working to much.... but i'm still in if it isn't to late...

peace chris

I will add you to the list, how many are coming? We do have room and we might have too much room and might give up a site once we are there if we don't need it. That way it is a bit cheaper for us all! :) It is still way cheap anyway.

[Hot Ice]

1. Mazdamn02 (Josh) +1
2. Spek1098 (Jurgen) + 4 person Tent
3. dmention7 (Jay) +1
4. hot ice (Jess) +1 and a 4 person tent
5. aviateur (Jeff) + 4 person tent
6. JustRollin (Joe) + 10 make believe women
7. micahlarson (Micah) +1
8. CX-7_Racer (Tim) +1 and a 4 person tent
9. mndsm (Tom and Taya) staying with Jess
10. Mazdaguy25mx3 (Chris)
11. Whitespy9 (Andy) + 2?, hotel?

Is this list looking correct and current?

[dmention7]

I'm thinking maybe the way to go for the small stuff, is if everyone brings what they think they'll need. If we end up seriously lacking in any supplies, we can make a quick run to the supermarket or target or whatever. Might be the way to go for grub as well. That way there's less to carry up in coolers etc.

As for the bigger stuff... I can bring a little propane grille.

[micahlarson]

sweet I have charcoal if anyone has a grill that uses that

[Hot Ice]

And again a few days past and not much on here for comments or plans...oh well, at least I am assuming everyone on the list is coming!! Thanks Jay and Micah for being dedicated! LOL. ;)

[micahlarson]

we try :) are we meeting some where before so we all train it all the way there?

[Hot Ice]

Micah, Jay is starting a caravan around Forest Lake that Friday afternoon. Chat with him about it, I think he wants to do that stuff. :) You can meet up with me if you want to, but the best place would be Cloquet. lol.

[JustROLLIN]

Jess, what time are you heading up? I dont know what I am gonna do about work yet, but if I cant get a half day I am just gonna take the whole day off.

[Hot Ice]

I am done with class at 9 am that day. I have all three days off. I will be heading up by noon at the latest. I have a feeling you are starting to feel flu like, especially for a Friday, the 13th. ;)

[JustROLLIN]

LOL. Well I wont be calling in sick, but I may just take the whole day off. I am just thinking that if anyone wanted to head up a lil earlier we could start a fire and have a few beers. Anyone interested?

[JustROLLIN]

And BTW, regardless of what happens, we should have some walkie talkies rolling. Its nice when we are out and about up there and for the actual road trip to and from.

[dmention7]

I know for sure I'm planning on taking all day friday off. I'm all about heading out early!

Let's start a second list of who is planning on meeting up for a caravan from the cities, and how early you can meet up (e.g. in forest lake)

1) Jay - Any time
2) Joe - Anytime

[mndsm]

1) Jay & Nanami - whenever
2) Joe - whenever
3) Tom&Taya, should be whenever. I took the day off too.

[WhiteSpy9]

Still gunning to join the fiesta... lady friend has to decide what she want to do still.

How are supplies looking? Do we need anything particular? Beer? Food?

[JustROLLIN]

Yes and yes... LOL

[JustROLLIN]

Bad news for me.... I need to be here that Friday... Best case I will be out of here at 2:00ish... worst case I will be out of here at 4:30pm.... sucks, but it is what it is...

[WhiteSpy9]

word....:blood_ish: ... Count me down for a case of mic golden light and a box of Flanders!


Yes and yes... LOL

[spek1098]

I have a screened-in canopie and little charcoal grill that I can bring. My tent is a little on the small side though, about as big as the queen size air matteress I'm bringing, so I won't really have room for anyone else unless they don't mind getting a little cozy with me.

As for driving, I'm not sure if I'll be able to join a caravan that leaves before 2pm, I've got all my vacation timed planned out over the rest of the summer, so...

1) Jay & Nanami - whenever
2) Joe - between 2 & 5pm
3) Tom&Taya, should be whenever. I took the day off too.
4) Jurgen - 2pm

[micahlarson]

i would like to caravan if it works out for me

[micahlarson]

if you have the charcoal grill i'll bring the charcoal too

[JustROLLIN]

I have a screened-in canopie and little charcoal grill that I can bring. My tent is a little on the small side though, about as big as the queen size air matteress I'm bringing, so I won't really have room for anyone else unless they don't mind getting a little cozy with me.

As for driving, I'm not sure if I'll be able to join a caravan that leaves before 2pm, I've got all my vacation timed planned out over the rest of the summer, so...

1) Jay & Nanami - whenever
2) Joe - between 2 & 5pm
3) Tom&Taya, should be whenever. I took the day off too.
4) Jurgen - 2pm

Jurgen, you and I could always meet up and roll together if you are willing to play it by ear for departure time. I could grab a set of my walkies and off we go. Plus, you have been there before, which is nice. Let me know.

[dmention7]

Joe, do you know if you'll have a firmer estimate of when you can meet up, as the date gets closer? I really can't see us leaving earlier than noon anyways, so it probably wouldn't be that big of a deal to leave around 2-3pm if that's when you and Jurgen could make it.

I mean, we could always get some tasty BBQ at famous daves, or shop for last minute supplies if we have to wait for a few minutes.



So... walkie talkies. Are these things generally universally compatible, or do certain brands/models only work with each other? I'm thinking about picking up a cheap pair.

[JustROLLIN]

Ya know, I really cant give a good estimate. I need to hang around here until we are caught up on things. I will have a better idea on that day, but not until then. I am thinking about 2-3pm is likely.

I dont mind driving alone as its not really all that far. But, if someone is gonna be around, I would rather caravan.

[WhiteSpy9]

I'm in the process of securing a tent.....

Anyone have access to some wood?


Wood that your willing to sacrifice for a fire....

[mndsm]

Ya know, I heard that trees have that wood stuff in them. Maybe we can cut some open and find out.

[dmention7]

And most of these campsites that have amenities like this one will be selling bundles of wood for a couple bucks.

[WhiteSpy9]

lol.... Can you really do that? Paul Bunyun style and just hack a tree down and burn it?


Ya know, I heard that trees have that wood stuff in them. Maybe we can cut some open and find out.

[JustROLLIN]

No, I am almost certain the camp ground will not let you cut down any trees for any reason. As Jay mentioned, they will likely sell wood.

[spek1098]

Yea Joe, I'd being willing to wait a little to go up in a caravan.

I can bring a small supply of wood along, but the wood up there at the camp ground and the near by gas station is over priced. Maybe we should pool some loot before hand and find a large hunk of wood to buy down here. I'll do some looking, I'd rather not pay out the nose up there. I don't think we could bring to much wood, every time I'm up there, we've always run out of wood, no matter how much we bring.

[JustROLLIN]

OK cool. I just dont wanna hold anyone up. I could be leaving the cities as late as 5pm if I dont get out early. I am thinking it will be more like 2-3pm, but I just cant be certain. I dont want others to have to wait for me unless they are more than willing.

[Hot Ice]

I will work on the wood situation. Last week with the storm that rolled through here, 12 trees fell down. I just need someone to help cut it and then load it in the trunk, I suppose. I will work on it. :)

[JustROLLIN]

Yeah Jess, work on that wood.

[aviateur]

1) Jay & Nanami - whenever
2) Joe - between 2 & 5pm
3) Tom&Taya, should be whenever. I took the day off too.
4) Jurgen - 2pm
5) Jeff - No Job = Leave anytime

What to people want as far as food. I'm open to buying some meat and liquor and utensils. I'm assuming we'll have hot dogs, hamburgers, chicken?

Jeff

[MazdaMINI]

I have to work til one on friday so cant leave until after 1. But I am driving seperate because heading over to jess's town for a family reuion so if you guys dont want to wait for me thats fine. I can always catch up with jurgen or joe.

[micahlarson]

I don't care what we eat as long as it tastes good :P

[JustROLLIN]

Who is bringing coolers? I have one small I will bring, anyone have anything large?

[dmention7]

Hmm, yeah I only have a small one--maybe two of em, but nothing big. I'll definitely bring what I have though.

[mazdamn02]

1) Jay & Nanami - whenever
2) Joe - between 2 & 5pm
3) Tom&Taya, should be whenever. I took the day off too.
4) Jurgen - 2pm
5) Jeff - No Job = Leave anytime
6) Josh & Shelly= leave anytime.

What to people want as far as food. I'm open to buying some meat and liquor and utensils. I'm assuming we'll have hot dogs, hamburgers, chicken?

Jeff

I have a small cooler and can probably get my hands on a big one.

We should set a time for the flake town meet up for the caravan up to duluth...

[dmention7]

Sounds like, unless everyone is cool with leaving later, we're probably going to do this thing in two caravans. If so, I'd say the first one should plan on being in Forest Lake around noon. How's that work for people?

[mazdamn02]

Sounds like, unless everyone is cool with leaving later, we're probably going to do this thing in two caravans. If so, I'd say the first one should plan on being in Forest Lake around noon. How's that work for people?

noon works for me 'n me lady.

[mndsm]

I think I can wrangle that. Taya might work til one....

[dmention7]

Nobody answered my walkie-talkie question yet... are those things pretty universal? I mean, if I go out and pick up a cheap pair, will they work with other brands/models?

[mndsm]

They should, most have set channels...

[dmention7]

Cool. I should do that.

[JustROLLIN]

Sorry, I didnt even see that question. Yes, they will all talk to one another as long as they have multiple channels. After I bought my set a few years ago, I used to drive around with it on just for fun. Its amazing how many conversations you can pick up in just a few miles.

[mazdamn02]

CB radios for everyone!

[dmention7]

hooray!

[aviateur]

Nobody answered my walkie-talkie question yet... are those things pretty universal? I mean, if I go out and pick up a cheap pair, will they work with other brands/models?

Most radios sold nowadays are FRS radios. They will all work with each other as long as the packaging says something about FRS. The other less popular option is GMRS which technically requires a FCC license to operate.

I will be using my ham radio (Yaesu VX-5R) which has been modded to transmit on FRS frequencies :)

Jeff

[Hot Ice]

I don't know if I will be bringing wood, so if I can't or don't, I will be able to bring a couple bigger coolers.

[dmention7]

Even if the wood is overpriced, it might be worth it to not have to haul it all the way to duluth and get your trunk all dirty. We can toast marshmallows over the cookstove if we have to... lol

So how do we want to do food? Would it be easiest to make a grocery run once we get into town, rather than trying to evenly split up food duties?

[JustROLLIN]

Wood - I dont mind paying a little extra to avoid the hassle of hauling.

Food - I think it would be best to run into town up there as well. Once we have everyone together we can get a better idea of what people want and collect some money. Those who dont have tents can head in while other setup?

[dmention7]

Sounds like a plan to me.... anyone else have ideas?

[mndsm]

Most radios sold nowadays are FRS radios. They will all work with each other as long as the packaging says something about FRS. The other less popular option is GMRS which technically requires a FCC license to operate.

I will be using my ham radio (Yaesu VX-5R) which has been modded to transmit on FRS frequencies :)

Jeff

Why does it not surprise me in the least that Jeff has a Ham radio, and that he's modded it?

[micahlarson]

i like the ideas so far works for me.. also I have off on friday so I would like to train it up there with whoever is meeting up wherever on friday

[Hot Ice]

Ok, good. Wood, paying there for it. Food, making a run while there. Let's just say to bring cash. I am thinking we will be getting rid of one of the sites as well. I think we can have three tents per site without being charged extra. I think three sites will be plenty. I will bring a couple decent size coolers and a couple little ones. We also could make a run for whatever else we need Friday evening once everyone is there.

[JustROLLIN]

Nice...sounds like most of it is finally coming together.

As for walkies, I would suggest we pick a channel ahead of time that we can use. I suggest something higher in the spectrum as most radios hasve 14 channels and typically the lower channels are used more. I also think either 9 or 11 is an "emergency" channel, so lets stay away from that.

[MazdaMINI]

Hey peeps. I will need to leave afternoon. I work until one. So I wasnt quite understanding when is the second caravan leaving?

[micahlarson]

I'll be willing to wait for you taya

[dmention7]

Taya, it sound like the second caravan will be leaving sometime between 2 and 5 pm, depending on when Joe gets off of work.

Micah, is Padra coming along? (you probably told us earlier, but I forget)

[JustROLLIN]

Yeah, I just wont have a good idea of when I can leave until mid-morning or early afternoon. I am thinking I will likely be out of here at 2-3:30, but it could be as late as 4:30pm. If you all just want to leave w/o me, I dont mind. I can just fly solo and make up some time on 35.

I just dont want people to wait around for me until 4:30 if they want to get up there earlier.

[mazdamn02]

Jay- so noon at flake for the first caravan? Any good spots to meet up there?

[dmention7]

Yeah Josh, there are a few stores with big parking lots, right off the interstate. I forget what they are... maybe I'll have to do some scopeage one of these days.


EDIT: What about the famous dave's? It's on the west side of 35 at the main Forest Lake exit, and you can see it from the freeway. Here's a map...

[Hot Ice]

Famous Dave's will be the best spot for you all to meet up at. The other places are getting off the freeway a little too much unless you did the Holiday gas station right off of the freeway to the right. It gets to be so congested there in Forest Lake. I will plan to leave my place between 9 and 11 am then and we might be arriving the same time. It is the same mileage for me as you...150 but drive time is different since I don't get the comforts of 35 most the way. Can't wait...almost time!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[dmention7]

We'll be on the road in a week! w00t!

[JustROLLIN]

I will be trying to hustle my manager to let me out early in a week.... LOL

[MazdaMINI]

that would be awesome if your willing to wait micah. And we can also wait for Joe if he isnt too much later. I am ok driving up myself as well... no biggie then the MINI wont be getting in the way of the Mazda's. But if someone wants to come with me :) that would be awesome!!!

[micahlarson]

yeah I'm willing to wait what time do you wanna head out at?

[MazdaMINI]

I will be done working at 1:15 ish. And I work in Edina.I will be ready to go after that. But if we want to wait for Joe I dont know i dont want to wait around til 5 but if he can leave at two then we could all meet up somewhere and leave at 2.

[JustROLLIN]

Oh and we should still decide on a walkie channel for the weekend. That way if we use them everyone will know what channel to be on, whether in town or on the way to and from. I guess we can go channel 12 unless people have objections...

[dmention7]

I've heard that channel 12 is what all of the bi-curious cheerleaders use on their roadtrips, so that sounds good to me!

[JustROLLIN]

Well thats why I chose it. With the high percentage of cheerleaders out there, we are bound to have some interesting conversation.

[mazdamn02]

#12 Ftw!

[Hot Ice]

Only a few days left...

[micahlarson]

yay :)

[mazdamn02]

I'm so ready.

[JustROLLIN]

Yeah, I am seriously excited to get this under way.

Does anyone know if their is a basketball court at the campground?

[aviateur]

What time is the early crew meeting at famous daves?

[Hot Ice]

Do not know on the basketball thing but it won't hurt to bring it. ;)

[dmention7]

What time is the early crew meeting at famous daves?

Sounds like noon, Jeff.

[aviateur]

Great

[MazdaMINI]

When is the second caravan leaving? Joe when you getting out of work do you know yet?

[JustROLLIN]

No. I will not know until that afternoon. So honestly, I think you all should just leave w/o me.

[dmention7]

Well.... if everyone but Joe is going to be all set by 2pm, I'd start to think it'd be better to just make one big caravan then.

I mean, if we're all met up and then we find out Joe is going to be on the early side, we can chill for a bit and let him catch up or something.

I dunno... lol too many plan changes!

[Hot Ice]

Well, I will most likely be up there before 2. I will not have a walkie talkie though but Tom has my cell number so he can call if you guys need me or whatever. So, is the previous list still current? Attendance wise, is there any changes that anyone knows of?

[mazdamn02]

What are we doing about a grill? I can bring my big weber if need be....

[aviateur]

I think it would be a little more fun if everyone caravaned together at 2pm. I'd go for that.

I wonder if they have grills at the campground? prolly not so it would be a good idea to bring one

[JustROLLIN]

Yeah, I can always call ahead to somone if I am gonna be leaving early. Otherwise the truck drivers will keep me company.

[aviateur]

So i set up my tent yesterday and I'm missing a tent pole. I stopped over to dick's sporting goods and they didn't have any. Anyone know where I can get a spare before Friday? My next throughts are Hoigaards or Cabellas.

[mazdamn02]

try REI in Bloomington........

[micahlarson]

or try joes in little canada.. they seem to have a bunch of that stuff.. so where is everyone meeting again

[dmention7]

What are we doing about a grill? I can bring my big weber if need be....

I'll bring my little propane bugger. If they have charcoal grilles there, we can grab a bag of that once we get there.

[spek1098]

I'll bring my little propane bugger. If they have charcoal grilles there, we can grab a bag of that once we get there.

No grillz there, I'll can bring my little 18"x12" charcoal grill if needed, and so you don't have to bring your big one Josh.


Does anyone know if their is a basketball court at the campground?

I don't remember seeing one, but I could have missed it.

I have a good supply of some larger pieces of wood at my place, so if someone wants to stop by and pick some up either tonight or Thursday, just drop me a PM. I'll be bringing some, but I don't want a ton of wood in the back of my car.

[JustROLLIN]

Yeah, if people can bring charcoal grills, that would be best. I dont wanna cook with gas. Also, I am not gonna throw a bunch of wood in my car... I am willing to pay for some up there.

[Hot Ice]

I am bringing a sweet set up with a gas stove and a gas grill, on the smaller side for both. I can cook with gas if Joe is scared. ;) I am also bringing two to three good size coolers and one or two little ones. I almost had wood but no luck...I will also have four long fork cooker things for cooking on the fire. Does anyone have a five or ten gallon propane tank??

[dmention7]

I've just got a couple of the small propane bottles for my grill...

[spek1098]

Yea, don't blame you Joe, can get messy, but the hatch with the rubber mat were made for jobs like that. Plus good to have a mix of wood. Stuff up there burns like kindelling, stuff I got is very large and burns slow and not so hot.

[Jesse MS3GT]

I wish I wasnt broke :/

[dmention7]

Heh, this'll be a cheap weekend!

[JustROLLIN]

I am bringing a sweet set up with a gas stove and a gas grill, on the smaller side for both. I can cook with gas if Joe is scared. ;) I am also bringing two to three good size coolers and one or two little ones. I almost had wood but no luck...I will also have four long fork cooker things for cooking on the fire. Does anyone have a five or ten gallon propane tank??

I am not talking about the safety factor. I am talking about flavor of something cooked over charcoal versus a gas grill. When I am in the cities and dont have lots of time, I use gas. But, when I am camping or grilling on a holiday for example, charcoal cannot be beat.

[micahlarson]

I can bring charcoal if you want I have some left over I just don't know if I have any fluid left to start it with. ohh well..

[mndsm]

Who needs fluid. We all got cars full o gasoline. Start that shit out right.

[Hot Ice]

I am not talking about the safety factor. I am talking about flavor of something cooked over charcoal versus a gas grill. When I am in the cities and dont have lots of time, I use gas. But, when I am camping or grilling on a holiday for example, charcoal cannot be beat.

Ah, come on Joe, don't get overly sensitive on me now. lol.
I know, charcoal cooked food tastes much better. :)

[JustROLLIN]

LOL.... Well I wasnt sure...

Anyway, today is Wed and its only 2 days to go! Woohoo! I need to pack one of these nights...

[mndsm]

So is the final verdict one giant caravan in Forest Lake @ 2?

[dmention7]

Joe, wtf man.... You want to drink cheap flavorless lite beer, but now you're suggesting we grill with charcoal because it tastes better? lol....


And yes, I think the final verdict is that we're meeting for one big caravan in the Forest Lake Famous Dave's parking lot at 2. Anyone have issues with that?

[mndsm]

I like it.

[JustROLLIN]

Joe, wtf man.... You want to drink cheap flavorless lite beer, but now you're suggesting we grill with charcoal because it tastes better? lol....


And yes, I think the final verdict is that we're meeting for one big caravan in the Forest Lake Famous Dave's parking lot at 2. Anyone have issues with that?

I have issues with that.... No, not really. Maybe my car will suddenly transform into an FA18 and I will beat you all up there.

[dmention7]

Or maybe we'll all get arrested for driving like crazy bats outta hell, and you'll drive past us and laugh as we're being tazered and beaten by a very pissed off highway patrol.

[aviateur]

Or maybe we'll all get arrested for driving like crazy bats outta hell, and you'll drive past us and laugh as we're being tazered and beaten by a very pissed off highway patrol.

I'm looking forward to that :) But I think it will turn out a bit differently. Tom will definately be able to outrun the cops.

[mazdamn02]

I'm looking forward to that :) But I think it will turn out a bit differently. Tom will definately be able to outrun the cops.

Tom can outrun the cops, but I'll be outflyin the helicioters! :66:

[dmention7]

As long as I can outrun the slowest car, I'll be good! lol

[mndsm]

And you won't? Your car is as fast as mine, along with Josh's car as well...... why am I special?

[mazdamn02]

Because he doesn't want to be banned, lol.

[dmention7]

And you won't? Your car is as fast as mine, along with Josh's car as well...... why am I special?

mazda3forums.com sticker = +50hp

mnmazda.com sticker only = +15hp

[mazdamn02]

Jeff has both so he should be the fastest....

[JustROLLIN]

Weather Report: Friday night = 50-60* Possible rain - not likely
Sat = 70-80* Mostly Sunny
Sun = 70s Possible Rain

All in all pretty good.

[MazdaMINI]

Good deal I can actually make that by two I thinks. Maybe a couple minutes late depending on how work goes but shouldnt be a problem. So guess you guys are going to let me drive with the Mazda's I will be at the back if you want so then you dont have a MINI in the middle of the Mazdas.

[mazdamn02]

you have the mazda3forums liscence plate so you can ride with us!

[mndsm]

It's all good. Only thing I care about is Josh up front to watch for the fuzz.

[mazdamn02]

It's all good. Only thing I care about is Josh up front to watch for the fuzz.

Why would you want to sacrifice me? Us detector users know the best method of escaping detection is to follow some one that's going faster then yourself!

[mndsm]

Yeah, but your car is so blinding that no matter what, the cop is going to be attracted to you. Plus, they never take the first car in line. Ever.

[spek1098]

Anyone have the address of where were all meeting up on Friday? I think I can get off work about 1:30, so with some spritted driving, I should be able to be up there a hair after 2:00.

[mazdamn02]

Do we have a current list of phone numbers and who's meeting for the 2pm departure?

[JustROLLIN]

A list of numbers would be cool so I can make some calls if I get lost.

[mazdamn02]

PM sent.

[aviateur]

Josh should have my number.....right?? :)

[mazdamn02]

Josh should have my number.....right?? :)


Correct sir.

[mndsm]

I have Jay's and Josh's, and they have mine, that ought to be enough, right?


And I 2nd Jurgens request for the address to Famous Daves. However I will not be programming it into my fancy GPS. I'll write down directions the old fashioned way.

[dmention7]

The address is: the west side of 35W, at the forest lake exit. Look for a bunch of car dealerships on the left side of the road, exit, turn left, turn left, you're there.

[Hot Ice]

Yep, it is right there near the freeway. There is only one exit to Forest Lake and you go left and you will see Famous Dave's. Pretty hard to miss it!

[mndsm]

I think I can manage that. Maybe.....

[JustROLLIN]

Well now I have Josh's phone number. So if I happen to get lost or abducted by truckers at Billy-Bob's Trucker stop, I will call. Unless of course the truckers are "friendly."

[dmention7]

Well now I have Josh's phone number. So if I happen to get lost or abducted by truckers at Billy-Bob's Trucker stop, I will call. Unless of course the truckers are "friendly."

Or female ;)


Josh, any updates on that "alternate route" you were talking about last night? I'm all for making a run through some twisties on the way up!!!

[spek1098]

Famous Dave's address:
43 - 19th Street Southwest
Forest Lake, MN 55025

[spek1098]

Josh, any updates on that "alternate route" you were talking about last night? I'm all for making a run through some twisties on the way up!!!

Twisties with a loaded car? You’re crazy! But did some looking, 210 (the exit by the casino that's near Duluth) goes through Jay Cook State Park, and looks to be fairly fun, then it jets north and meets up with the road our camp site is on. There is also Skyline Parkway which traverses the hill above Duluth, and has some nice turns and beautiful photo ops. I think I'll wait till I unload my car before hitting those roads up.

[JustROLLIN]

Yeah, I was gonna ask about some photo op spots. I definitely vote for something down in the harbor and something up on the bluffs. I think both would make for a pretty cool shot.

[dmention7]

Loaded car? Nah, just the gf, a tent, some clothes, and my little gas grill. Pack that shit in tightly, and we're good to go!

[aviateur]

twisties ftw!

[mazdamn02]

A little north of Hinckley I think its an exit at Aksov/Finlayson Hwy 23... That supposedly leads to Duluth.

When we're in Duluth we should be looking for Skyline Drive, 30 mile road, 600 ft above shoreline. Described as having winding roads, rock canyons, and sharp curves :D.

Also- if we head northeast out of Duluth there's the north shore drive that's fun.

[aviateur]

Looks fun :)
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&hl=en&geocode=&saddr=forest+lake,+mn&daddr=MN-23+%4046.286980,+-92.653610+to:46.721388,-92.183104&mrcr=1&mrsp=2&sz=14&mra=dme&sll=46.71515,-92.174692&sspn=0.042723,0.114241&ie=UTF8&ll=46.630579,-92.261124&spn=0.171161,0.456963&t=h&z=12&om=1

[Hot Ice]

A little north of Hinckley I think its an exit at Aksov/Finlayson Hwy 23... That supposedly leads to Duluth.

When we're in Duluth we should be looking for Skyline Drive, 30 mile road, 600 ft above shoreline. Described as having winding roads, rock canyons, and sharp curves :D.

Also- if we head northeast out of Duluth there's the north shore drive that's fun.

I used to live in the area and 23 is a great road. You guys would enjoy yourselves coming up or going home on that road. The car is almost packed. Now I have to wash it up a couple times. I am sure it won't be super shiny by the time tomorrow comes but I need to get it cleaned up!

[mndsm]

I don't plan on washing mine until I get there. Has to be a wash somewhere.