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Hart Prairie Work Weekend - October 21-23 2011 (Another!)
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PostPosted: 9/23/2010, 6:51 am    Post subject: Hart Prairie Work Weekend - October 21-23 2011 (Another!) Reply with quote

This is our regularly planned annual weekend at Hart Prairie.
Please come planning to work at any various task at the preserve.
Note we will be handling the signup here, so get signed up here asap (first come, first served) with the dates you are coming.

We also need to round up food options so we can all contribute to food or we can do a food buy and have everyone contribute. Please post your preference.

Hart Prarie Preserve Work weekend
October 21-23 2011$25.00 for food
You can contact Neil @ nchapman@tnc.org
Great views, fence work, good food, seed collecting, weed removal, cool crisp air, slash and rounds...


How to get there: If you are coming from Phoenix, be aware that it will take you at least 3 hours (3.5 from Tempe) so arriving Friday is best. If you arrive after dark, look for the porchlight to your left as you come in, you'll be seeing a rail fence in your headlights. We'll keep someone around to direct you to your cabin as long as possible. If you know you'll be really late, please let us know and we'll figure something out.

* From the south, take I-17 to Flagstaff, I-17 becomes Milton Road after you enter Flagstaff.
* Continue north, pass under a railroad bridge and turn left onto Humphreys
* Turn left at Columbus (at traffic light) onto Hwy 180
* Follow 180 out of town approximately 10 miles and past the Arizona Snowbowl ski resort
* Just past mile post 225, turn right onto Forest Road 151 (there is a bright yellow daytime headlight use sign at this turn);
* Drive 4.5 miles and look for The Nature Conservancy sign on the right.
* Leave the gate the way you find it. Please drive slowly into the Preserve (15 mph);
* From the gate to cabins is about half a mile
* Drive to your assigned cabin or ask whereabouts upon your arrival, unload, and please park your vehicle in the corral parking area north of the lodge, please back into your spot


Information Sheet
Most of you all know this but just in case: please read this thoroughly and contact Neil or Shawn if you have questions.

Key Information
• Cabins are rustic but comfortable, beds are fine, bring your own linens or sleeping bags.
• The sewer system works but how or why is largely a mystery; use the composting toilet if at all possible
• Shower house is a wonderful luxury after a good day of grubby work. Bring your own towel and toiletries.
• Water is trucked in, use it sparingly, please don’t waste it. If you see a plumbing leak let the Preserve folks know immediately.
• Any food left out unprotected-indoors or out-will likely be confiscated by small furry critters of the night.
• We will be TNC volunteers this weekend, please sign the waiver forms.
• **No pets are allowed on the preserve.** (Sorry 'bout that.)
• There are no commercial facilities at the preserve, i.e., no store, no ice, no sodas, etc. Bring what you need with you.
• We are responsible for cleaning up the cabins before we leave.

What to wear and bring
• Sturdy shoes, work gloves, water container to take to the work sites (additional water available)
• Snacks if you need any to help you make it to lunch time
• Sun protection (wide brim hat, loose clothing that covers limbs, sunscreen); the air is clear and the elevation is 8,400 ft, sun burn happens quickly.
• Long-sleeve shirt and pants (recommended)
• Rain gear and warmer clothing (Check the forecast – It is generally 15 degrees cooler!!! than Flagstaff.) [http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/forecast/MapClick.php?site=FGZ&llon=-112.433747&rlon=-111.171247&tlat=35.829584&blat=34.567084&smap=1&mp=0&map.x=137&map.y=98]
• Personal first aid kit
• Towels and toiletries
• Sleeping bag or linens – extra blankets available in the cabins
• Small cooler for your snacks/drinks and food for any meals not arranged by the group (Refrigerator in lodge kitchen will be used by our chefs.)
• Flashlight or head lamp is a must (not fun getting lost at night traversing between buildings)
• Cabins and bathrooms have lights but the Preserve's electricity is home made--solar and a generator-- so please use appliances sparingly (if not needed immediately-shut it off).
• Binoculars, Camera
• The Preserve provides eating utensils and dishes.

Cabin dwellers: Cabins have small heaters that work quite well
Bring sleeping bag and pillow or your own bedding. Keep all personal food items in a cooler or plastic bin to protect from small critter invasion. Keep doors closed.

Physical requirements to participate:
Moderate to hard work, lighter options availalble. Work elevation is just over 8,400 feet—a big change from the valley. Work at your own pace, think safety!

Meals
• Meals are a group effort. Dish washing duties are shared; please step up for a meal’s worth.
• BYOB
• Bring your own food for snacks during work and any additional meals you will need if you choose to arrive or leave outside the provided meal service period. (See arrival and departure options below.)
• There is a well equipped kitchen, and a gas grill out back.

Agenda
Friday - You may arrive any time after 1:00 +/-.
The kitchen will be open to you to make your dinner. You will be responsible for cleaning up after yourself. There may be room to store your food in the kitchen however, the group meal provisions have first dibbs on the limited refridgerator space. (See what to wear and bring above.)
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PostPosted: 9/29/2011, 8:21 pm    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

Interesting libations are a brewsing there!

Wow missed the bacon & Steak post, Yes thank you Shawn! How very nice of you
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PostPosted: 9/30/2011, 11:22 pm    Post subject: Cache Reply to topic Reply with quote

Yeah Shawn!! Thanks for tucking away some tasty meats!! Very Happy
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PostPosted: 10/2/2011, 9:58 pm    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

Well, crap....had to go hurt myself and will almost definitely be unable to come now....Was biking to ASU last week and was hit by a car door opening up as I passed by. Suffered a broken right hand and got some stitches. Surgery next week and then a cast for 6 weeks. Afraid I'm not going to be of much use in that state! Have fun and hope to see you guys soon.
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PostPosted: 10/3/2011, 9:03 pm    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

Oh man that is really a Bummer! Sorry to hear that you hurt yourself, hope the surgery goes well and you heal quickly. Crummy thing to have happen Sad

Take Care !!

Sorry you won't be able to make it.
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PostPosted: 10/4/2011, 4:06 pm    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

Scott, you could always come out and be a photographer for the group. We'll have medicine.
Good luch with the surgery and at least you don't have to wear the cast during the summer.
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Well, crap....had to go hurt myself and will almost definitely be unable to come now....Was biking to ASU last week and was hit by a car door opening up as I passed by. Suffered a broken right hand and got some stitches. Surgery next week and then a cast for 6 weeks. Afraid I'm not going to be of much use in that state! Have fun and hope to see you guys soon.

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PostPosted: 10/9/2011, 8:40 am    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

Can't wait for this weekend. No one is allowed to call me Ms. Hall, Mom or Yaya for the entire weekend! Very Happy
I plan to chip in cash for the food and will bring coffee for early morning brewing.

See y'all there!
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PostPosted: 10/11/2011, 6:31 pm    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

What I can't cal you Mom! Dang...
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PostPosted: 10/11/2011, 6:52 pm    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

I think we should all call her Miz Hall for the weekend Smile

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PostPosted: 10/14/2011, 10:48 am    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

Is there room for one more? Debbra may come with me.
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PostPosted: 10/14/2011, 11:07 am    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

Shawn wrote:
Is there room for one more? Debbra may come with me.


Yes sir. Consider her added.
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PostPosted: 10/17/2011, 10:38 am    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

Neil's added another couple of folks so it looks like we're up to 14 of us now. paintinaz, Hikngrl and myself will do the shopping this Wed and will figure out sleeping arrangements. I tried the beers this past weekend, they're good, I just hope they carb up before Saturday.

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PostPosted: 10/17/2011, 10:45 am    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

What's the earliest anyone will arrive?? I can be there early, since I live just over the hill, but I don't want to get there before everyone else does!

Todd, just want you to know that now my daughter finally believes that I DO have a life, since I told her I am going to an event where there will be homemade brew! Laughing
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PostPosted: 10/17/2011, 9:34 pm    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

Tested the brew, eh? I'm sure it will be good as always. You come up with some interesting combinations
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PostPosted: 10/18/2011, 3:22 pm    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

Not sure when we're going to be there. they typically want us to hold off until 1:00 PM to let any others previous to us clear out.

That's a good one to remember Eizabeth - With homebrew comes a life.

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What's the earliest anyone will arrive?? I can be there early, since I live just over the hill, but I don't want to get there before everyone else does!

Todd, just want you to know that now my daughter finally believes that I DO have a life, since I told her I am going to an event where there will be homemade brew! Laughing

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PostPosted: 10/18/2011, 3:30 pm    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

If I have time, I'll be hiking Abineau Bear Jaw Loop nearby, then meet up with y'all. Maybe I will try to be there at about 3 p.m.
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