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PostPosted: 5/20/2009, 6:14 am    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

oh, I wish I could go. I just don't think my knee is ready to hit the trail.....5 more weeks for me. The rain and the clouds will make it more beautiful, I'm sure. Think of the great photo ops!
Have fun!
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PostPosted: 5/20/2009, 7:26 am    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

thesuperstitions wrote:
Run between the raindrops?

A tarp would help, depending upon how windy it gets. I personally haven't been there yet, so I can't tell you if there are any alcoves or overhangs in which to seek shelter. The general area, however, has many such alcoves.

If I ever get a Park person on the phone (still not answering!), I'll ask the question, but I doubt that an answer will be forthcoming.

There are a couple of folks on the site that have been there. Any advice or insight??


The wind, to varying degrees, is generally a companion on the Navajo reservation and that region at large.

On top - If you choose from sites in the front CG (nearest the visitor center) there are enough trees in most of the sites to rig a tarp - worst case, drape it over the picnic table. My memory of the rearward campground isn't the best, but I would venture that there are enough trees there as well.

At K.S.C.G. - there are no alcoves in/near the campsite - there are gobs of trees, however, and a tarp could be easily rigged.
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PostPosted: 5/20/2009, 5:31 pm    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

I was thinking of just bringing a tarp. Thanks for that!!
Sorry Randal you won't be able to go. See you some other time, when crows fly?
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PostPosted: 5/20/2009, 6:14 pm    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

Some trees for tarps at any of the car campsites (both group and regular) that I've camped in. NO alcoves that are legal to camp in anywhere around there.

Not too much walking in the creek if you follow the trail, but several crossings of the creek. Trail is VERY sandy in places, though, but so is the creek.

Water is said to also have heavy metals in it. Not advisable to drink. Park service CHECKED OUR GEAR to see that we had two gallons apiece. I am not sure they still do that, though.
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PostPosted: 5/20/2009, 6:32 pm    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

I was able to get a live person on the phone today at Navajo National Monument. She knew that I had confirmed the reservation for the permit, so I think that we're good to go. Rain is very likely. Scattered thunderstorms. Low 50s at night. Low to mid 60s during the day. Pretty good weather for hiking. My only concern is the creek swelling due to recent rains.

I'll see you all Friday night. Travel safely.

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PostPosted: 5/20/2009, 8:50 pm    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

Thank you for the information.
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PostPosted: 5/21/2009, 6:40 am    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

Good luck, and wish we could be there. I'll be working until next Thursday straight, though.
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PostPosted: 5/21/2009, 8:02 am    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

One more small tip....
If you go to the Keet Seel campground and drop your gear before your tour of the ruin, remember to take a snack & water, etc. over to the ruin -sometimes the ranger/tour guide is out on a tour & you may wait 40 min. + for your turn. You will need to cross the creek to get from the camp over to the ruin so save the dry socks for later.
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PostPosted: 5/21/2009, 8:25 pm    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

I am packed and ready to go! Rain or shine, I'm in! Very Happy
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PostPosted: 5/21/2009, 8:27 pm    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

I am packed and ready to go! Rain or shine, I'm in! Very Happy
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PostPosted: 5/21/2009, 9:00 pm    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

Me too. I am bringing tent for camping but will decide if need it for backpacking. I do have a tarp that I could just throw over me. Just need to finish one more day of school!!!!! YEAH!
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PostPosted: 5/22/2009, 6:43 am    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

Are we going to be able to make it to Keet Seel with all of this rain? Shocked
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PostPosted: 5/22/2009, 7:51 am    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

oliverr99 wrote:
Are we going to be able to make it to Keet Seel with all of this rain? Shocked


Maybe I ought to bring my boat..... Wink
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PostPosted: 5/22/2009, 8:59 am    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

oliverr99 wrote:
Are we going to be able to make it to Keet Seel with all of this rain? Shocked


They have had just .13" in the past 24 hours.
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PostPosted: 5/22/2009, 11:42 am    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

Rob, what's going on in your area with the weather? I'm seeing flashing near antelope. I have friends attempting the Salt Trail Canyon today to the LCRG...wondering how they will do?
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