Topic: New Years 3rd Annual Catalina SP Rally (Read 7050 times)

Ned · « **Reply #90 on:** December 28, 2009, 05:47:25 PM »

We're not getting any mail while here, but there is a post office just west of the park on Tangerine. I don't know if it accepts General Delivery but you should be able to get the phone number from the usps.com web site and give them a call. Keep in mind that Friday is a holiday.

Alaskansnowbirds · « **Reply #91 on:** December 28, 2009, 06:42:47 PM »

The Miller's are on maintenance hold.

When unhooking electric this morning went around to the other side of the RV to roll up the electric cord and water was running out of the bottom of the RV.

I think I could fix it myself if I could get access to it. I think "access" is a word that isn't in any RV manufactures vocabulary. After calling three shops I finally found one the was open. Dropped it off about 2pm. They said they would look at it tomorrow. I don't know if they will work on it or just look at it to confirm that it is still there.

We were really looking forward to seeing everyone. Will keep you posted on our progress or lack thereof.

Ken & Sheila · « **Reply #92 on:** December 28, 2009, 08:21:42 PM »

Don,

Here hoping they fix it FAST.

There are 11 coaches here with several more due in.

ken

Ned · « **Reply #93 on:** December 29, 2009, 08:53:28 PM »

Most of the attendees went to dinner tonight but some of us were fortunate to see the beautiful AZ sunset from the campground.

Wendy · « **Reply #94 on:** December 29, 2009, 09:04:24 PM »

Very nice picture, Ned (or Lorna?). You can't beat an Arizona sunset.

Wendy
Salton Sea SRA

PancakeBill · « **Reply #95 on:** December 29, 2009, 09:29:59 PM »

Well, we won't be there, but our son is within about 10 miles of you guys. He starts his new job tomorrow in air traffic. He is at he TRACON, (radar long distance stuff) at the AFB, not at the airport. Tried to get him to fill in for us, but you know how kids are.

Ned · « **Reply #96 on:** December 29, 2009, 09:41:27 PM »

Wendy, Lorna went to dinner

Wendy · « **Reply #97 on:** December 29, 2009, 10:20:27 PM »

Quote from: Ned on December 29, 2009, 09:41:27 PM

Wendy, Lorna went to dinner

Then props to you for a lovely sunset pic.

Wendy
Salton Sea SRA

Jeff · « **Reply #98 on:** December 29, 2009, 11:12:25 PM »

Ned:

We are headed down in the AM. How is parking in Loop B?

Jim Dick · « **Reply #99 on:** December 30, 2009, 12:09:34 AM »

Ned,

Lorna taught you well.

Ned · « **Reply #100 on:** December 30, 2009, 08:37:14 AM »

Wendy, thanks, I was watching a movie when I saw the sunlight on the mountains and had to get a few shots. The first one didn't come at as nice as it looked, but when I checked the EXIF data, it was shot at 1/13 sec, handheld, so was a little shaky.

Jeff, there were a couple open sites near us yesterday, but they come and go. Get here as early as you can

Jim, yes, I've been paying attention

Ken & Sheila · « **Reply #101 on:** December 30, 2009, 10:15:51 AM »

Jeff,

At 8AM there is one pull through on the south side of Campground B. People leave every day and the place has been getting closer to full every night as we get nearer to New Years.

There are usually more sites open on the north side than the south side of B. If you arrive early you should be fine.

The site next to us (pull thru, site 19) is scheduled to leave today.

We will be out when you get here, should be back by 4 or 5PM.

ken

JerArdra · « **Reply #102 on:** December 30, 2009, 10:36:24 PM »

All,

When we drove from Las Vegas to Catalina State Park we dove over Hoover Dam. As you may know they are building a bridge that will bypass the dam. Attached is a picture of the new bridge that I took as we drove over the dam. This is its present state of completion as of 12/09.

JerryF

Wendy · « **Reply #103 on:** December 30, 2009, 10:48:52 PM »

Thanks but no thanks. That sucker is way too high. I'll stay on the dam.

Chicken Wendy

Jim Dick · « **Reply #104 on:** December 30, 2009, 10:56:12 PM »

Jerry,

You are much more adventurous than I am!!!!

ArdraF · « **Reply #105 on:** December 30, 2009, 11:07:17 PM »

Wendy, I'm not looking forward to it, however I hear there's going to be a wide shoulder on each outside edge which may help some. I guess it really isn't any higher than say the high span of the San Mateo-Hayward Bridge, but I use the inside lane on it!

Jim, I was driving, he was snapping photos, and there were a lot of tourists on the dam so we were creeping along at 5 mph.

ArdraF

Wendy · « **Reply #106 on:** December 30, 2009, 11:09:20 PM »

5 mph's been the standard speed for the dam when we've crossed.

Jim Dick · « **Reply #107 on:** December 30, 2009, 11:11:20 PM »

Ardra,

I think you might have missed the point. Jerry said "When we drove from Las Vegas to Catalina State Park we dove over Hoover Dam." Diving off that dam could be hazardous to your health.

Lorna · « **Reply #108 on:** December 31, 2009, 12:15:39 AM »

Wendy you may not have a choice if you go that way because once the bridge is open they will probably close the road over the dam.

JerArdra · « **Reply #109 on:** December 31, 2009, 10:10:44 AM »

Jim,

Oh well it's a long dive but I'm tough! (: (: (:

JerryF

Jim Dick · « **Reply #110 on:** December 31, 2009, 10:50:39 AM »

Jerry,

Sure glad you survived it!!!

Ken & Sheila · « **Reply #111 on:** December 31, 2009, 12:10:16 PM »

We have 13 coaches with 25 people at the rally for New Years.

Attached are photos from a few days ago.

Jim Dick · « **Reply #112 on:** December 31, 2009, 01:13:56 PM »

Ken,

I don't see any photos!

Ken & Sheila · « **Reply #113 on:** December 31, 2009, 08:33:21 PM »

I re-sized the photos to upload.

The third photo is from Google Earth (taken about 6 years ago before Campground B was completed. I added names to the photo.

ken

ArdraF · « **Reply #114 on:** January 01, 2010, 01:57:18 AM »

Jim, I REALLY missed the point on Jerry's dive! Normally I'm the one who spots typos but I sure didn't see that one! I'm glad he's tough and survived it...

Ken, the Google Earth map with all our names and locations is really neat. Jerry will probably be asking you how you did it!

It's been a fun and relaxing time here at Catalina. Thanks to Ken and Sheila for setting it all up. Yesterday was fun with a nice tour up Sabino Canyon and then the drive and lunch at the top of COLD Mt. Lemmon. We celebrated New Year's tonight on New York City time.

Happy New Year one and all!

ArdraF

PancakeBill · « **Reply #115 on:** January 01, 2010, 08:15:05 AM »

Glad you guys had a good time. My guess on the map. Capture screen, load into Paint or some other graphic program, then just put nams in, swing the angle and save.

We celebrated on AZ time last night, so beat you guys by 2 hours.

BernieD · « **Reply #116 on:** January 01, 2010, 09:57:28 AM »

Quote from: PancakeBill on January 01, 2010, 08:15:05 AM

Glad you guys had a good time. My guess on the map. Capture screen, load into Paint or some other graphic program, then just put nams in, swing the angle and save.

When we complemented Ken on the map, he described it as listed but was using Picasa

Ken & Sheila · « **Reply #117 on:** January 01, 2010, 10:49:27 AM »

The overhead shot of the park is from Google. With the view you want on the screen, just do "save as".
I then edited in Picasa adding the names using text.
Very easy. I thought it was kind of a neat way to remember the 09/10 rally.

Using two rigs for the New Years party seemed to work well. I don't kow how crowded Russ's coach was but we had seating for all that came. Some when back and forth between the coaches.

I was thinking as the week went on the this might be our last rally here because the park is getting too popular, but all that came made it in to the south side of B and the there was always some space on the north side. Also, Chuck found out that there will be a reservation system in place by next year which will make it easier.

Hope all had a fun New Years Eve and wish all a great 2010.

ken

Pierat · « **Reply #118 on:** January 01, 2010, 11:03:33 AM »

Here are a couple of quick snapshots from the afternoon. Russ, I couldn't resist. Special thanks to Ken & Sheila and Russ for opening their coaches. We had a great time. Happy 2010 to all!

RLSharp · « **Reply #119 on:** January 01, 2010, 07:39:20 PM »

Does anyone have any group pictures taken on the hike today (Friday) that they could post? I would like a couple to add to my rally photo collection. Thanks.

Richard

News:

Author Topic: New Years 3rd Annual Catalina SP Rally (Read 7050 times)