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Hammock Hanger

10-25-2007, 23:34

:banana :banana :banana :banana
...Anyone up for "Music in the Camp" Friday and Saturday night? Lets all bring our "instruments" to pic on....

Iy is a good thing that it is late and I am too tired to razz you on this... yes my mind is in the gutter.

Post if you are coming up Friday night for the FREE steak pot luck dinner and WHAT you are bringing!

FREE -- somebody is paying????

Sue/HH

Hammock Hanger

10-25-2007, 23:39

Jed and I are bringing our kayaks. He wants to paddle the Juniper Run Saturday. Sue/HH

Mal the Elder

10-26-2007, 02:38

Odd, the online reservation sites show several sites on the Fern loop as open those three days. I'm going to call Juniper in the daylight and see what's up.

In any case, if there's a place for me to hang hammock, I'm in for the whole tour. And I'm in for splitting site costs, either my own or if someone's letting me share their site. If necessary I'll just go string my bed up across the border. What the heck.

Thanks for the info. If I have any luck in the (later) AM, I'll post the good word.

Best,
Mal/Half Step

NB: There's a dude called Halfstep on WB---it's not me, though. My reasons for the name are obvious when I take my shoes off. :D

Grinder

10-26-2007, 07:50

I read elsewhere (Ed Speer's Yahoo site)that it is against the rules to hang a hammock from a tree in the state of Florida.

Has anyone checked this (for an exemption0 at the Juniper site? )

I'm in Winter Haven and thinking of coming up, but not if I can't hang.

Tom

trailtalker

10-26-2007, 08:44

Pot Luck Steak Dinner ~ Friday Night ~

Slow ~ Steaks
Cannibal ~ Bread, Cake or Pie
Bumpjumper ~ Redneck Baked Beans

Trailtalker-Salad

Mal the Elder

10-26-2007, 10:34

I read elsewhere (Ed Speer's Yahoo site)that it is against the rules to hang a hammock from a tree in the state of Florida.

Hmm, if so, I've never been hassled. Besides, Juniper is Forest Service, and we hang hammock all through the Ocala National Forest.

But I wouldn't mind being a test case. . . .

Peace out,
Mal/Half Step

Rainman

10-26-2007, 13:02

My son and I are coming Friday night. Count us in for the steaks. I will bring corn on the cob to wrap in foil and roast in the fire.

We will have to leave on Saturday night. My daughter is getting baptized (by me) on Sunday morning and I don't want to miss it.

Amigi'sLastStand

10-27-2007, 11:18

Ocala is a National Forest, not state property. Not saying you can, but I do know you cant hang in state parks. Never stopped me though....

Mal the Elder

10-27-2007, 15:34

Kids,

I've officially crapped out on trying to reserve another site at Juniper.

Regardless, I'll be there Friday (probably early, to try and score a site) through Sunday, with my big canoe/paddles (Amigi, take note) & my six-string, hangin' hammock somewhere or the other. I don't know yet what I'm fetching for the pot-luck, but I'm thinking hard. Any suggestions?

This is gonna be a blast!

Best,
Mal/Half Step

Cannibal

10-27-2007, 18:37

Hammock Hanger

10-27-2007, 22:33

I've talked to several park rangers and state wildlife officers about hanging here in Florida. Not one of them was aware of any rules against hammock camping. I'm not saying there is no law but if there is, there seems to be no interest in enforcement.

It is illegal to HANG in any of the State Parks here in FL. Believe me they will make you take it down and have no sympathy... However, I do not believe that the same rules apply in the National Forest, as they have never bothered me there.

Sue/Hammock Hanger

Hammock Hanger

10-27-2007, 22:35

Smile

10-27-2007, 23:31

Hey HH, I'm behind on things, how did your hike go?

Hammock Hanger

10-27-2007, 23:57

Hey HH, I'm behind on things, how did your hike go?

I didn't really finish the GET hike, a number of issues. However, I got in a good 500+ miles and will be picking up some more of it once spring arrives.

For now it is Florida hiking and possibly some in Georgia. -- I am trying to open my home up to FL Trail hikers this winter so that may cut down some on my hiking, I'll play that by ear. I get my first hiker on Nov 3rd. He maybe right on track to hike through Ocala same time we are all there for the WB Gathering.

Sue

Scrollner

10-28-2007, 13:21

Well, all the rain we've had has done in my plans to attend the gathering on saturday/sunday. My sons have had ballgames rescheduled for the 17th & 18th, so I won't be able to attend :(

jnetx

10-28-2007, 15:30

Count me in for staek on Friday. No idea what I will bring for the potluck, but will be bringing something. :confused: Can't think straight right now after a solid week of being stuffed silly by my parents. Will be back in the States by the end of the week, and will get my act together to figure out what I need to bring.

JHambone44

10-28-2007, 15:55

I'll be there for the potluck, too. I'm not sure what I'm bringing yet, but I will figure it out soon

BumpJumper

10-28-2007, 16:13

MAL....can you bring dinner rolls and butter??????? That would be great....

J...have a safe trip home.

Sue, HH on my site is fine with me. Trailtalker is not coming now. So...her half of that site is open....

Bluegill, what are you bringing?

Hamhock.....if you cant think of a food, can you bring paper plates (sturdy for steak eating), knives, forks, napkins?

Mal the Elder

10-28-2007, 21:38

MAL....can you bring dinner rolls and butter??????? That would be great....

I hadn't decided what to bring yet, but that'll work. Maybe I can think of something else to fetch along, too.

Thanks for the offer to share your site, btw. Too bad HH's husband and Trailtalker can't make it. Last (only) time I saw her, she and a couple others ended up toting my food bag. But things will probably stay pretty fluid twixt now and then.

Best,
Mal/Half Step

Smile

10-29-2007, 00:04

I didn't really finish the GET hike, a number of issues. However, I got in a good 500+ miles and will be picking up some more of it once spring arrives.

For now it is Florida hiking and possibly some in Georgia. -- I am trying to open my home up to FL Trail hikers this winter so that may cut down some on my hiking, I'll play that by ear. I get my first hiker on Nov 3rd. He maybe right on track to hike through Ocala same time we are all there for the WB Gathering.

Sue

Well, I'm really glad you had a good 500 miles, sound like a great plan to host hikers! Are you hitting the SoRuck?

Hammock Hanger

10-29-2007, 09:39

Well, I'm really glad you had a good 500 miles, sound like a great plan to host hikers! Are you hitting the SoRuck?

While I would love to go to the So Ruck and see everyone I have a feeling I will take that time to go off hiking.

Cannibal

10-29-2007, 11:16

It is illegal to HANG in any of the State Parks here in FL. Believe me they will make you take it down and have no sympathy... However, I do not believe that the same rules apply in the National Forest, as they have never bothered me there.

Sue/Hammock Hanger

Florida Administrative Code 62-D is the 'law' in question. It does state that nothing may be tied to trees (this IS to include tarps and I can only assume that this also makes bear bagging illegal!). The justification is to protect native species. Therefore, the State of Florida suggests that you use a camper trailer to lessen the impact on Florida's environment.:rolleyes: Like HH said, it is only enforceable in a Florida State Park....if they find you.

Brought to you by the state that elected "W".

Gray Blazer

10-29-2007, 11:28

Florida Administrative Code 62-D is the 'law' in question. It does state that nothing may be tied to trees (this IS to include tarps and I can only assume that this also makes bear bagging illegal!). The justification is to protect native species. Therefore, the State of Florida suggests that you use a camper trailer to lessen the impact on Florida's environment.:rolleyes: Like HH said, it is only enforceable in a Florida State Park....if they find you.

Brought to you by the state that elected "W".

gotta save those pine trees :banana (BTW......glad I voted)

Cannibal

10-29-2007, 11:34

I'm sending Gov. Christ a letter and an invitation to come hammock hanging with me. :D Maybe I can explain LNT to him and see if reason might actually prevail; any bets. :rolleyes:

Gray Blazer

10-29-2007, 11:42

I'm sending Gov. Christ a letter and an invitation to come hammock hanging with me. :D Maybe I can explain LNT to him and see if reason might actually prevail; any bets. :rolleyes:

I'll take the Red Sox. I'll bet you Crist doesn't show, but Christ will be there. You just won't see him.:rolleyes:

Cannibal

10-29-2007, 11:44

LOL, that was a heck of a typo!

Hammock Hanger

10-29-2007, 17:50

Brought to you by the state that elected "W".

Oh please let's not go there....:eek: The shame of it all.. :o

slow

10-29-2007, 21:05

First off,sorry to the hangers.

I would really like to get a total on steaks by friday.

Thanks to all.

JHambone44

10-29-2007, 23:02

I'll be getting the plates, napkins, forks, and knives as BumpJumper suggested

Hammock Hanger

10-29-2007, 23:04

First off,sorry to the hangers.

I would really like to get a total on steaks by friday.

Thanks to all.

Sorry?? Did I miss something.

Count me in for one of them thar steaks!! :banana

Gray Blazer

10-30-2007, 07:35

Oh please let's not go there....:eek: The shame of it all.. :o

[............edited because won't contribute to good vibes at FFG.............]

BumpJumper

10-30-2007, 11:11

OK BOYS and GIRLS.....

Slow wants a count by Friday, so Friday IS the cutoff for anyone getting a free steak. If your name is NOT on the list located on page 13 of this topic by Friday November 2nd. NO steakie for you.

I got news for any of the tree lovers of the world. There WILL be hammock hanging in these sites.....

Mal, Hambone, I got you down for those items. Should you want to bring anything else, feel free.

Hammock Hanger

10-30-2007, 11:20

HH/Sue,

JRB has a hammock tent coming out id about 60 days that takes care of the hammocker and one or more on the ground as well.....

Pan

Interesting... Can't wait to see it.

BumpJumper

10-30-2007, 11:22

Who all, that is going to be in camp on Saturday morning.....LIKES
Sausage Gravy and Biscuits??????:banana :banana

If I get a show of hands....I will make my "Southern Hillbilly Secret Family Recipe" of Sausage Gravy and Biscuits.... for breakfast. :banana :banana

Hammock Hanger

10-30-2007, 11:23

OK BOYS and GIRLS.....

Slow wants a count by Friday, so Friday IS the cutoff for anyone getting a free steak. If your name is NOT on the list located on page 13 of this topic by Friday November 2nd. NO steakie for you......

If there is a post with a list of who is coming on page 11, i couldn't find it. I should be on it. OOPS!! Disreagard that is page 13.

Cannibal

10-30-2007, 12:44

First off,sorry to the hangers.
Thanks to all.

No worries; Juniper Springs is part of Ocala National Forest not a state park. I spoke with someone at the BLM yesterday about this reg and he said there are only a handful of hammock restrictions on fed lands. They are all in areas of very high use; which makes sense.

Cannibal

10-30-2007, 12:51

BumpJumper- I'm supposed to be making sure J (jnetx) is on the steak list while she is away playing.

Rainman

10-30-2007, 15:16

Rainman

10-30-2007, 15:23

OK. It's time for me to admit it.

I bought a HH Backpacker Asym in the spring of '05 for my LT hike and I could never get it suspended correctly during my shake down hikes. I ended up carrying a Hubba, which I did not like because it was too much weight for too little space. Since then I have been carrying either a Tarptent Rainbow or Six Moons Europa '05 on my sections.

Since there are so many experienced hangers coming, can I bring my HH with me and get a clinic on hanging correctly? If I can get it right, I may carry it on some solo hikes in warm weather.

Cannibal

10-30-2007, 15:28

Since there are so many experienced hangers coming, can I bring my HH with me and get a clinic on hanging correctly? If I can get it right, I may carry it on some solo hikes in warm weather.

It'd be my pleasure. First thing we have to do is switch out the stock HH suspension. I'll bring the necessary equipment to modify (noninvasive) so you can try it out.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p>

Cannibal

10-30-2007, 15:31

Hammock Hanger

10-30-2007, 17:49

It'd be my pleasure. First thing we have to do is switch out the stock HH suspension. I'll bring the necessary equipment to modify (noninvasive) so you can try it out.ffice:office" /><O:p></O:p>

Are you talking about the web straps that use a climbers buckle ,,, just wrap a round the tree and pull???

I have been meaning to send away for the buckles and the web straps for months and never get around to it. Where did you get your stuff??

BumpJumper

10-30-2007, 18:30

HH...
I would like to know this as well.

BumpJumper

10-30-2007, 18:35

Biscuits and Gravy ~ Saturday morning
at 8 am SHARP...

I will be cooking up my "Southern Hillbilly Secret Family Recipe" Sausage Gravy and Biscuits and they will be served at 8 am on Saturday morning. Please tell me who wants some or you aint gettin em...:eek:

Bumpjumper
Bluegill
Rainman
Windwalker
Half Step
Hammock Hanger
Gray Blazer
Cannibal
Jan
Hamhock

BumpJumper

10-30-2007, 18:38

Since there are so many experienced hangers coming, can I bring my HH with me and get a clinic on hanging correctly?

This was discussed on page 7 and confirmed that we will be having show and tell and gear swapping, gear gazing and what nots. I too am hoping for some lessons and show and tell on hanging.

Mal the Elder

10-30-2007, 18:41

"Southern Hillbilly Secret Family Recipe" Sausage Gravy and Biscuits . . .

Bumpjumper
Bluegill
Rainman +1

:banana

Ummy-yummy! Kindly add my Half-Steppin' self to that list! Can I contribute something to the feast?

Mal/Half Step

Hammock Hanger

10-30-2007, 18:54

:banana

Ummy-yummy! Kindly add my Half-Steppin' self to that list! Can I contribute something to the feast?

Mal/Half Step

Me doing the Sausage Gravy & Biscuit Dance:banana Put me down for some.

Mal the Elder

10-30-2007, 18:57

Troops,

I've modified my Hennessy to use climbing rings and web straps, and my Tree Huggers. This is the method from Just Jeff's page (http://www.tothewoods.net/HomemadeGearRingBuckleSupports.html) on this. It really works quite well.

I used short pieces of webbing instead of Spectra cord (I didn't have any), but it's the same technique. Being able to easily and conveniently adjust yourt hammock right at the ends---meaning under the tarp when it's raining---is a great thing. I've gotten to test that quite a bit lately, with all the rain and storm we've been getting where I am.

BTW, I use the Tree Huggers with this mod. Just wrap 'em around the tree, hook the ends of my hammock support web strap through the loops, and cinch it up. No problemo, Batman.

If I get around to (Ever lose your round tuit?) I'm going to mark the straps with foot markers to make centering even easier.

In any case, I'll be glad to demo the mods at the Show-and-Tell.

See y'all in November!
Chuck
aka Mal the Elder & Half Step
I really need to change my login here and at Sgt. Rock's to Half Step.

BumpJumper

10-30-2007, 22:19

[............edited because won't contribute to good vibes at FFG.............]

What exactly is this supposed to mean?
1. You wont play music at the ho-down?
2. You wont have fun at the ho-down?
3. You wont contribute to the free steak dinner and bring a dish or share a site with someone?:confused:

BumpJumper

10-30-2007, 22:21

Or maybe you should bring your wife so if the VIBES strike you...you can take care of them....:D

BumpJumper

10-30-2007, 22:24

Half Step....
You dont have to help out with the Saturday morning breakfast...just make sure I dont overdue the ole shine on Friday night....that is YOUR job for that day.:eek:

Hammock Hanger

10-30-2007, 22:46

Troops,

I've modified my Hennessy to use climbing rings and web straps, and my Tree Huggers. This is the method from Just Jeff's page (http://www.tothewoods.net/HomemadeGearRingBuckleSupports.html) on this. It really works quite well.

I used short pieces of webbing instead of Spectra cord (I didn't have any), but it's the same technique. Being able to easily and conveniently adjust yourt hammock right at the ends---meaning under the tarp when it's raining---is a great thing. I've gotten to test that quite a bit lately, with all the rain and storm we've been getting where I am.

BTW, I use the Tree Huggers with this mod. Just wrap 'em around the tree, hook the ends of my hammock support web strap through the loops, and cinch it up. No problemo, Batman.

If I get around to (Ever lose your round tuit?) I'm going to mark the straps with foot markers to make centering even easier.

In any case, I'll be glad to demo the mods at the Show-and-Tell.

See y'all in November!
Chuck

aka Mal the Elder & Half Step
I really need to change my login here and at Sgt. Rock's to Half Step.

Yeah an number of my hammock friends have changed to this method.

Gray Blazer

10-31-2007, 07:35

What exactly is this supposed to mean?
1. You wont play music at the ho-down?
2. You wont have fun at the ho-down?
3. You wont contribute to the free steak dinner and bring a dish or share a site with someone?:confused:

Is that a nappy headed ho down?

I will be there Sat morning. Is the gate unlocked by 8:oo? Bisquits and hillbilly gravy sounds good. Ise bringing some instruments to jam Sat night.

PS...What I meant was I didn't want this thread to end up in the political forum.

Rainman

10-31-2007, 08:12

Biscuits and Gravy ~ Saturday morning

at 8 am SHARP...

I will be cooking up my "Southern Hillbilly Secret Family Recipe" Sausage Gravy and Biscuits and they will be served at 8 am on Saturday morning. Please tell me who wants some or you aint gettin em...:eek:

Bumpjumper
Bluegill
Rainman +1
Half Step

Hammock Hanger

Rainman and Windwalker (my son) are definitely in.

Cannibal

10-31-2007, 08:39

Are you talking about the web straps that use a climbers buckle ,,, just wrap a round the tree and pull???

I have been meaning to send away for the buckles and the web straps for months and never get around to it. Where did you get your stuff??

Yep, rings or buckles; either work great! Rings and straps I got from Strapworks.com. I use 1" poly straps because they don't stretch like nylon when wet. The strapworks stuff is kind of heavy and I'm about to order some camo 1" webbing from another outfit that is supposed to be about 1/2 the weight and is still rated to 1600lbs. I can't remember the name of the shop right now and am away from my primary computer. I'll search around hammockforums and see if I can find the thread.

Set-up and take-down is less than 1 minute and no knots or lashing to deal with except the safety slip-knot I put behind the rings.

Grant
aka Cannibal

Cannibal

10-31-2007, 08:54

Found it! www.owfinc (http://www.owfinc/) and it is rated to 2000 lbs.

BumpJumper

10-31-2007, 10:59

Rainman...I already have yall down for the Hillbilly breakfast...

Gray,
No nappie headed hodown......and I have you down for the breakfast as well.....

BumpJumper

10-31-2007, 11:14

3 more days for free steakie
....go to page 15 and read....

Hammock Hanger

10-31-2007, 17:35

3 more days for free steakie
....go to page 15 and read....

3 days!!! Woha! Did the date change? I thought it was suppose to be the weekend of Nov 16-17-18th???? :confused: :confused:

Bluegill

10-31-2007, 18:06

I will bring either Mac & Cheese (homemade not the box stuff) or a potato dish. Count me in for steak. Is anyone still looking for a site? Trailtalker was sharing a site with me and is now going on the Big O hike. So her spot is available for whatever she paid Bumpjumper. I might bring my hammock as well. Did someone say they had a rainbow tent? Hey Mel I remember you. I was with Trailtalker and helped carry your food. Hope all is well with you. Is anyone else kayaking?

Bluegill

10-31-2007, 18:13

Sorry I meant to Mal the Elder not Mel. I don't think well at night. Actually I don't think well most of the time, but that's okay my friends are used to it.

Hammock Hanger

10-31-2007, 18:27

jnetx

10-31-2007, 20:33

I'll be kayaking if I have the right dates. Hopefully I do and I'll see you there. Sue/HH

You do. Nov 16th - 18th. The 3 days was the cutoff date for the steak count.

jnetx

10-31-2007, 20:35

Did someone say they had a rainbow tent?

I'll bring my Rainbow, probably several others as well, and Cannibal seems to think I'm going to swoon at the sight of a hammock and abandon whatever tent I'm in! You're welcome to give the Rainbow a try if you'd like.

Mal the Elder

11-01-2007, 01:35

Half Step....
...just make sure I dont overdue the ole shine on Friday night....that is YOUR job for that day.:eek:

LOL!!! That'll work, since I can't do booze. I must seek other ways to an ASC :D Though if it's PFPP I'd have to do a shot.

9 daze & counting,
Half Step

Mal the Elder

11-01-2007, 01:43

... Hey Mel I remember you. I was with Trailtalker and helped carry your food. Hope all is well with you. Is anyone else kayaking?

Dang, that was you? Sorry---my fuzzy brain has it mixed up, then. I was pretty wiped out, so I'm happy just to remember that--despite my foot crapping out---I saw some beautiful things in my 2 days, and was with a group of righteous folk.

I'm much better now. What happened (short version) is I was trying a new carbon-fiber stiffenener in my right boot, and was toting too much weight---a week's worth of food. Lesson learned: never use an untested orthotic on a major hike.

Anyway, it'll be good (though mildly embarrassing) to see you again, Bluegill. And thank you very much!

9 daze & counting,
Half Step (Mal the Elder)

Gray Blazer

11-01-2007, 07:32

Woo Hoo! supposed to be in the 40's this weekend in NFL. Finally. Somebody please order up some cool weather for the gathering, please.

BumpJumper

11-01-2007, 17:15

Tomorrow is the deadline for the steaks. Anyone else coming up Friday night, doing the steak pot luck dinner, put your name in....

2 DAYS...

BumpJumper

11-01-2007, 17:16

Hannibal and J...
Do yall want breakfast or not??:mad:

JHambone44

11-02-2007, 08:29

You can count me in for the breakfast. Thanks!!!

Cannibal

11-02-2007, 09:47

Hannibal and J...
Do yall want breakfast or not??:mad:

Sorry, thought I responded to that one :o. Yes for me please.

BumpJumper

11-02-2007, 11:33

Hannibal,
You said YES to steaks....so I now have you AND J down for Hillbilly biscuits...

Hamhock.
I have you down now too....Good thing...that isnt something YOU want to get left out on...:D

TODAY IS DEADLINE....4PM
Sign up for steaks NOW...

slow

11-02-2007, 12:11

BumpJumper,i will be bringing someone so mark us down also.

Thanks

BumpJumper

11-03-2007, 06:27

Slow,

I have a count of 9 people that have confirmed for Friday night Steaks.

:banana

atpaul

11-03-2007, 10:32

Hi all
I have not been seeing the posts. We have been super busy. We are coming late on Friday. So rainman we will be in on breakfast and I'll try to get Lulu to bring her guitar for Friday night.
See ya'll in a couple weeks.:D
Atpaul and Lulu

Hammock Hanger

11-03-2007, 17:21

Did ya all know we are going to have a FL Trail NoBo hiker at our little event? He hasn't hiked that far north yet but Someone from WB is picking him up and bring him. I may try to talk our FL Trail SoBo into letting me bring him back for the event as he will already be a week past Ocala. Well see.

BumpJumper

11-03-2007, 19:45

Slow, make that 11 steaks.

HH...that is so cool. Who is it? I know Bluegill is emailing a fellow that is coming through.

slow

11-03-2007, 20:34

Slow, make that 11 steaks.

HH...that is so cool. Who is it? I know Bluegill is emailing a fellow that is coming through.

Bump...we need more steak lovers.:-?
Let's move the date to this wed.:)

Chainsaw 08

11-04-2007, 01:59

Hey all -- count me in for this!

I'm thrilled to find this thread. Two days ago I was approved for a seven-month leave of absence for 2008, starting March 8th. Ya'll can guess the rest...

As I work weeknights, I won't be there Friday, but you can sign me up for everything after about mid-morning on Saturday.

Chainsaw 08

11-04-2007, 02:06

Hammock Hanger

11-04-2007, 07:21

After looking through the thread, I'm seeing the place is booked solid ...

Anybody willing to make room for another Hammock? If not, I'm sleeping in my jeep or something, 'cause I definitely need to get up there and sponge up some knowledge...

A couple of folks have had to cancel so there should be room somewhere. Also hammocks unlike tents are pretty easy to squeeze onto a site, unless all the trees aaaare gone.

I remember the day when the tenters would rush to get to site to get the best spot, now it is to get the best trees.:D

Rainman

11-04-2007, 13:13

BumpJumper

11-05-2007, 13:35

Furt,
There is room. No worry. But you are missing the best parts. Free steaks Friday and home cooked southern breakfast Saturday morning...

Gray Blazer

11-05-2007, 14:16

Furt,
There is room. No worry. But you are missing the best parts. Free steaks Friday and home cooked southern breakfast Saturday morning...

Is the gate open by 8am or do I have to jump it? (In my case, prolly crawl under it is more appropriate.)

BumpJumper

11-05-2007, 14:30

Yes it is. What day are you coming in? I, along with a few others, will be there Friday am when they open.:D

BumpJumper

11-05-2007, 14:31

Does anyone have some firewood they can bring? I just cant see BUYING firewood....:confused:
And it seems that we may have some nice cool weather so I figure a cozy fire at night is in order. Especially if we have some banjos and guitars playin...

Gray Blazer

11-06-2007, 07:52

Right now, I am planning on being at Juniper @8am on Sat and enjoying some Hillbilly gravy from BJ. I am bringing my pics (AT with homemade frames) to display and I am looking forward to checking out hammocks, tents, used gear for sale and whatnot. I am planning on staying late that nite and enjoying the campfire. I will try to bring some wood and contribute something to the breakfast (How about orange juice?). I am a new father (DCF did an emergency placement with us, a 7 month old and a 6 year old) so I have to play it a little by ear. Love this script. I wonder what button I hit by accident. Peace and love, ya'll........JJ

Chainsaw 08

11-06-2007, 09:06

Furt,
There is room. No worry. But you are missing the best parts. Free steaks Friday and home cooked southern breakfast Saturday morning...Don't I know it. Unfortunately, it's really hard for me to get out of work Friday night, and to make it Saturday morning I'd have to do it on ~5 hours of sleep. I'll probably set the alarm for 5:30 am and see if I can get up ...

Cannibal

11-06-2007, 09:08

furtigan- I'll hide a slice of pie for ya!

Mal the Elder

11-06-2007, 12:21

. . . I'll try to get Lulu to bring her guitar for Friday night. . . .

Do encourage her. I'll have my six-string along for the ride, too.

Nine and a wake-up!
Half Step

BumpJumper

11-06-2007, 14:55

There should be some left overs from supper for ya Furt.
Gray....OJ sounds yummie....and the wood sounds good too.

Anyone else that can bring some wood without it being trouble, feel free. I have some old pines that the hurricane blew done in my forest. Maybe I can take the chainsaw out there and cut them up into nice size logs then chuck them into the rear of my big ass dodge truck along with everything else. Pine sounds so good when it is burning.....POP...POP....POP....sizzel...pop...:ba nana

jnetx

11-06-2007, 18:13

OK Bump, I'm back in the land of the living after returning from Spain/England with a nasty cold. Darn foreigners, I said Spanish FLY, not Spanish flu! ;)

So catching up with posts, I see I'm in for steak Friday night, and biscuits and gravy Saturday AM. I'm supposed to bring something for the feast Friday. What do we still need? Do I need to bring anything for Saturday?

I don't have any wood unless I start breaking up furniture at the friend's house I'm staying with. Probably not a good idea.

I'm bringing a big duffle with spare tents, packs, gear etc. Not sure I want to sell any of it, but anyone is welcome to try stuff out, play around with it, etc. to decide if it's for them.

I'm tentatively planning to arrive sometime early Friday afternoon. Might be picking up T-Back if he calls for a ride. If so will go with whatever schedule fits his hike. If he doesn't want a ride I might backpack in on the FL trail and would need a ride back to my car before I can start the weekend. If I'm feeling lazy 'll just drive in!

Anything else?

slow

11-06-2007, 19:00

I can bring some wood....and when will women stop asking for things from us guys.:D

jnetx

11-06-2007, 19:29

....and when will women stop asking for things from us guys.:D

HA! :banana

Isn't that the eternal question?

slow

11-06-2007, 20:02

HA! :banana

Isn't that the eternal question?

NO... YOU WIN.:)

Hammock Hanger

11-06-2007, 20:03

I can bring some wood....and when will women stop asking for things from us guys.:D

When we get what we want...:rolleyes:

Paul G the SoBo FL Trail thru-hiker is at my house again tonight, He did a 25+ mile slack today. He will be
south of the get together by the 17th I'm sure. I have talked to him and he said he would like to come and perhaps he will be able to find a ride. He said he thought he knew someone or talked with someone who said they would pick hm up....

If so he and t-back can swap trail info.

jnetx

11-06-2007, 20:31

When we get what we want...:rolleyes:
He will be
south of the get together by the 17th I'm sure. I have talked to him and he said he would like to come and perhaps he will be able to find a ride. He said he thought he knew someone or talked with someone who said they would pick hm up....

If so he and t-back can swap trail info.

HH, I'm sure I offered, so he may be referring to me. If he's on the W Corridor I can probably scoop up both him and T-Back if we can schedule it right. If he's East, depends how far down he gets. I'll email him to see if I can pull it off after I've spoken with T.

Gray Blazer

11-07-2007, 07:48

Paul was gonna call me for a shuttle if needed. Haven't heard from him so I'm glad he's doing OK.

Bluegill

11-07-2007, 11:23

BumpJumper

11-07-2007, 11:46

Now dag gum it.....someone deleted my dog gone post....I didnt even cuss or nothin.....

HH, Bluegill I believe, has been in touch with him as well as myself. TT too but she is of no use to him when she is having the BIG O......I mean hiking it....:D

J,
Good to have you back. Hope you feel better by then. What did you decide to bring for Friday steak dinner? Look at the list on page ...???? um...??? 13 or something like that and see what else we can have.

Slow, I didnt even ask for a GUY to bring the wood. I said anyone....:confused: I will excuse you this time. You are the one bringing the free steaks...
I was going to say we need some steak sauces and what nots but Bluegill always brings the intire contents of her refridge so no need...

BumpJumper

11-07-2007, 11:49

J,
Let us know if we are gona need a steak for g string...I mean t back....:D

Gray Blazer

11-07-2007, 11:54

J,
Let us know if we are gona need a steak for g string...I mean t back....:D
Be careful, someone's gonna s20 you.:D

BumpJumper

11-07-2007, 14:40

No Gray...that is a signal 33.
A signal 20 is a nut, fruitcake, loonie, crazy.......kinda like you!!!!! hahahahaha:D

Gray Blazer

11-07-2007, 14:42

No Gray...that is a signal 33.
A signal 20 is a nut, fruitcake, loonie, crazy.......kinda like you!!!!! hahahahaha:D

I don't get all this stuff, but thanks for the validation.:)

Hammock Hanger

11-07-2007, 18:41

HH, I'm sure I offered, so he may be referring to me. If he's on the W Corridor I can probably scoop up both him and T-Back if we can schedule it right. If he's East, depends how far down he gets. I'll email him to see if I can pull it off after I've spoken with T.

He left me this morning heading south from Ed's Grocery. It was a late start due to a car spotting event. So, he may have access to his car. All depends on where he gets by that date.

He is out of my territory now so I am passing his care off to other FTA members.... Hopefully he will have good care.

Very nice gentleman.

Hammock Hanger

11-07-2007, 18:43

If anyone is still looking for a site. Trailtalker's spot on my site is available. She is headed to the Big O hike. HH it will be great to see you guys again. Hey Half Step looking forward to seeing you again. There is another 7/70 planned for February. We are doing the Cross Florida Greenway. I sure hope we get the weather we are getting this week for next weekend. It's got my hiking feet itchin.
Paul is a tenter so perhaps he can take TT spot. He is excited to meet this group. I have yaked up this get together for days, so you all had better show him a good time..... Now Bumperjumper he is married so don't even let your thoughts go there!!

Hammock Hanger

11-07-2007, 18:45

I don't get all this stuff, but thanks for the validation.:)

It's cop talk... There are some hardcore women on WB.. beware & afraid, very afraid!!!:p

BumpJumper

11-07-2007, 19:05

Now Bumperjumper he is married so don't even let your thoughts go there

NOW WHY WOULD YOU SAY THAT TO ME??????;)

Hammock Hanger

11-07-2007, 21:28

NOW WHY WOULD YOU SAY THAT TO ME??????;)

Cuz I'm mean and couldn't help myself...:banana

BumpJumper

11-08-2007, 07:18

Slow, sounds like you better throw on 3 more steaks. I have a newb, Deb from Deltona coming and then there is Norm, and if J's friend shows....and then there is SB Paul.....maybe 4 more. Making it 15 steaks.

I am done keeping track of the steaks Slow...lets just get them bad boys on the grill and cook em now....:D

BumpJumper

11-08-2007, 07:32

For all you folks that need an update on the Juniper Springs Campground.

Description:

No full hook-ups sites. Shaded sites. Paved roads and paved level parking pads. Tent space available on all sites. All sites with picnic table, BBQ grill, fire ring and lantern post. Hot showers, flush toilets and baby change comfort change station, dump station public telephone equipped with email modem, hiking trail, natural springs for swimming, canoe rentals for 7 1/2 mile canoe run through the Juniper Prairie Wilderness Area, convenience store with camping supplies, beach supplies, personal items, food, drinks and ice cream. Restaurants, shopping and gas 10 miles from campground. Abundant wildlife viewing consists of alligators, turtles, deer, black bear, turkey, raccoons, and numerous species of birds. Interpretive programs during summer months.
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Amphitheater
Banking Services
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Bird Watching
Campground Host
Campground Store
Canoe Rental
Canoeing
Drinking Water
Dump Station
Dumpster
Firewood
Fishing
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Hiking Trail
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Nature Trails
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Paved Accessible Site
Paved Parking Spurs
Paved Roads
Pavilion
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Alerts and Important Information

Reservations must be made at least 4 days in advance.
Tax included in fees.
2 night minimum stay on weekends.
3 night minimum stay on holiday weekends.
The campground gate is closed and locked from 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM. If arriving after 8:OO PM, you must call ahead at (352)625-3147 prior to 6:00 PM.
Camp sites must be occupied first night.
Maximum of 5 persons and 2 vehicles per site. Extra vehicles must park in overflow/overnight parking area at $10.00 per vehicle, per night.
Check out time is 1:00 PM. Visitors who stay beyond this time will be charged another days fee.
No refund for inclement weather.
No ATV's or off road vehicles may be operated within the campground. CAUTION: Bears/Raccoons frequent the area. All foods must be kept in containers.
Only half the sites at this complex are reservable and there may be sites still available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Only one campsite may be rented at a time using the Golden Age/Access Card for the Discount Price.

General Rules for use of Federal Recreation Lands

Camping

If you are staying at a campground, you must camp only in those places specifically provided or marked.
All vehicles, RVs, and trailers must be parked on your campsite or driveway. Driving or parking off road is not permitted.
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Camping longer than 14 consecutive days is generally not allowed. At Corps of Engineers campsites only, camping at one or more campsites at any one water resource project (lake) for a period longer than 14 days during any 30-consecutive day period is prohibited.
The number of camping units per campsite varies and is set locally.Sanitation

Help prevent pollution by keeping garbage, litter, and foreign substances out of lakes, streams, and other waters.
All garbage and litter must either be deposited in containers provided, or taken with you when you leave.Campfires

Obey any restrictions on fires. Fires may be limited or prohibited at certain times.
Within campgrounds and other recreation areas, fires may only be built in fire rings, stoves, grills, or fireplaces provided for that purpose.
Be sure your fire is completely extinguished before leaving. Do not leave your fire unattended. You are responsible for keeping fires under control.Vehicle Operation

Drivers must obey all traffic signs and operate their vehicles in accordance with posted regulations, and applicable Federal, State and local laws.
Vehicles must be parked in designated areas only.
Use of vehicles within campgrounds and other recreation areas is limited to entering or leaving those areas.Pets and Animals

Pets must be restrained or on a leash at all times while in developed recreation areas.
Pets (except guide dogs) are not allowed in swimming areas or sanitary facilities.
Saddle or pack animals are only allowed where authorized by posted instructions.Fireworks

Use of fireworks or other explosives within campgrounds and other recreation areas is prohibited.Public Property

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Do not carve, chop, cut and damage any live trees.
Getting There:

Juniper Springs Rec Area (FL)
26701 EAST HWY 40
Silver Springs FL 34488

From I-75 take Hwy 40 East thru Ocala and Silver Springs approximately 36 miles to the Juniper Springs Recreation Area. From I-95 take the Ocala/Silver Springs Exit (Hwy 40) west for approximately 37 miles to the Juniper Springs Recreation Area. From the Intersection of Hwy 40 and Hwy 19 the campground is located 4 1/2 miles west on Hwy 40. The entrance is on the north side of Hwy 40.

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Information: (352)625-0546

BumpJumper

11-09-2007, 07:50

Slow,
Did you get the steaks yet? Are they big fat juicy ones? Hey, we need some grills for all these steaks to cook on dont we?
Bluegill and I will bring our grills...anyone else got a grill to bring?

Cannibal

11-09-2007, 08:49

I can bring at least one grill if they are needed.

BumpJumper

11-09-2007, 17:04

I am sure they will be needed. I mean Slow has 15 steaks to cook at one time. I have beans to heat up and then there is corn on the cob to heat up and anything else that someone else may be bringing. I am bringing two tables to do the cooking on

I want to suggest everyone to bring chairs. I know some may not think about that but for Saturday night, it is always nice to sit around the fire playing music and sipppiiiinnnnn.....oh, never mind that part.....:D

Mal the Elder

11-09-2007, 18:24

. . . it is always nice to sit around the fire playing music and sipppiiiinnnnn.....

. . . PFPP, we hope! If you have to ask, you haven't lived near the Big Scrub long enough :sun Those of us who must abstain shall, perchance, find other methods to attain our desired ASC's. Ah, well.

6 & a wake-up,
Half Step

Mal the Elder

11-09-2007, 18:31

...anyone else got a grill to bring?

Yup. Bringin' it; it should handle a few more meat-slabs. It's just a bare-naked grill, though. All I've got for fire are my homemade alky stoves. My 2-burner Coleman got boosted in Miami a couple years back---along with my car.

Has anyone considered foil-roasting veggies/potatoes/whatever?

Best,
HS

BumpJumper

11-09-2007, 22:31

Yeah. I am sure the corn will be done that way.

TexKittie

11-10-2007, 16:23

Just wanted to say hi to eveyone and a big thanks to JumperBumper for taking the time to talk me thru some of this.
From what I have read YOU GUYS R CRAZY! but me too! so hope to have loads of fun with ya. . .
Willing to help out on food or anything else.
So let me know what I can bring.

BumpJumper

11-10-2007, 18:24

Dag gummit Kittie.....you can at least get my name right:D
Glad to have you along. Seems like you will fit in here. I think I have been called everything but BumpJumper.
BJ, Bump, stump, stumpie, stump thumper, stumpknocker, knockers....never mind...that was something else...:D

slow

11-10-2007, 20:40

Bump are you sure for 15?

Next out can we have a pocket trip?

slow

11-10-2007, 21:38

Pocket trip means ...what you can hold...no pack but... food,water,shelter for the trip... at least 3 day's.

Best time had.

BumpJumper

11-11-2007, 19:02

No but you can go back and add them up if you want.:o

Gray Blazer

11-12-2007, 10:49

Paul is a tenter so perhaps he can take TT spot. He is excited to meet this group. I have yaked up this get together for days, so you all had better show him a good time..... Now Bumperjumper he is married so don't even let your thoughts go there!!

Paul called me about 8:30 on Fri Nite for a ride. He did not leave any info and I tried his cell a couple of times with no answer. I'm assuming someone picked him up this weekend and gave him a ride to his car. Let me know if I'm right or if we need to start a search for Paul. :confused:

Bluegill

11-12-2007, 16:25

Don't count on me for steak sauces. I never use the stuff. I don't understand why you would cover up the good taste of a steak. HH I think BJ has already found someone for that site. I will check with her. SB Paul is a nice guy. I met him this weekend.
BJ don't sound surprised when someone tells ya a man is married. We all know you to well my friend. Counting down the days.

Bluegill

Bluegill

11-12-2007, 16:34

Gray Trailtalker picked up Paul last night at Juniper, took him to his car and then dinner. He stayed at her house last night and we took him back to Juniper this morning. He lost his pocket mail and cell phone so Trailtalker and I went in the opposite direction to look for the lost items. We were successful. He was hiking into Alexander and then driving to Trailtalkers tonight. They will move his vehicle tonight and TT's husband will drop Paul back at Alexander. When he gets to Seminole Forest I believe he is contacting another FT member from there. He will try to get back to the FL Gathering.

slow

11-12-2007, 18:31

slow

11-12-2007, 19:07

Bluegill,do you like blood on your plate like me to?

BumpJumper

11-13-2007, 05:45

Man I am thinking about coming up Thursday night. I mean, why wait til morning?:D

Gray Blazer

11-13-2007, 07:43

Man I am thinking about coming up Thursday night. I mean, why wait til morning?:D
Who is stopping you??

BumpJumper

11-13-2007, 21:31

Not a soul. I just might. I have to set up camp for Bluegill and all so I may just do that. So if anyone else wants to, let me know. I first have to make sure my site is available for Thursday.

Hikerhead

11-13-2007, 21:36

Would somebody pinch Hammock Hanger for me. Tell her Hokie says hello.

slow

11-14-2007, 18:07

Anyone have a splitting maul for the campfire wood?

Sly

11-14-2007, 18:33

Y'all have a great time this weekend! Sounds like alot of fun.

T-BACK

11-14-2007, 19:04

Hey guys,

Due to technical difficulties I have been internetless for a few days. Let me bring everyone up to date. I have dropped off the trail for a couple of weeks to let my ankle recover. The same ankle I have been nursing since Key West that has caused me to take many zero days and really cut into my daily mileage has finally said "enough". I will be able to attend this weekend and need to know what to bring as far as food or supplies. I will be driving (yea) so I can help with shuttles if anyone plans on hiking and needs them. How about hammock stands. Last time I was there nothing could be tied to any tree for any reason. Has this changed? I can't wait to see everyone. This time off has been a severe blow to my ego and it will be good to be around hikers and the trail again.

slow

11-14-2007, 20:05

T-BACK

11-14-2007, 20:50

T-BACK.. sorry for ankle....BUT i have a steak waiting for you.:sun

Thanks, I think that's just what the Doctor ordered! BTW, when is everyone planning to arrive?

Mal the Elder

11-14-2007, 21:03

. . . am I staying on? Last I heard I was on Hammock Hanger's site, since her husband couldn't make it. There was also some discussion of hanging me on BumpJumper's site. Either way, I'm bringing the cash to cover my share. It's really all the same in the long run, but I should probably be able to tell the ranger when I pull in, eh?

As it stands right now, I'm fetching rolls and butter, a grill, and me. Also my hatchet (which I never pack) ands spare tarps,etc., for Show & Tell (and maybe swapping). And my own gear and groceries, natch. I may be able to fetch a splitting maul, but don't stop looking. I'll post tomorrow if I have it. If there's anything else I should try to bring for group use, consumption, etc., let me know.

BTW, my email is temporarily in abeyance, so post to me here, shoot me a PM, or IM me, kids. I'll be checking fairly often between now and when I crash tomorrow night.

Oh, yeah . . . I'm not going to be able to fetch the monster Tupperware canoe. Sorry 'bout that, Amigi. The bloody thing's just to big (actually, I'm too puny right now :mad: ). I might fetch my own paddles, though. Sorry, I just really dislike those plastic and aluminum noisemakers most places supply.

I think that's everything. Wish I could make it Thursday, but that's not in the cards. Oh well. . . .

See y'all,
Half Step

BumpJumper

11-14-2007, 22:45

G string....um, I mean t back....:D
Just look at page 13 or 15 I am not sure but what ever is NOT listed for someone to bring, bring something. I am doing southern gravy and biscuits Sat am before the paddle or hike. Any paddlers wanting to go down as a group, we have enough that we should be able to shuttle without paying Juniper for one. Be at the entrance of the walkway from the parking lot to the springs at 930. We should all be ready to leave then.
I am coming up tomorrow afternoon with Texkittie. We are staying extra nights. Anyone else wanting to show up, have at it.
See yall then.
We ARE going to need wood. It is going to be in the low 40's.

slow

11-14-2007, 23:11

Wood No Prob....but Read ...maul Needed Or No Wood.

BumpJumper

11-15-2007, 06:26

Hummmmmmmmm I have a chain saw.:-?
Can I stop at the hardware store and get a maul?

Gray Blazer

11-15-2007, 07:19

What else is anyone doing on Sat. besides canoeing? Does anyone want to hike? I'll be bringing some OJ to the breakfast Sat morning. You all bring your cups as I don't want to be the provider of tree killing paper cups or oil rig demanding styrofoam. BJ, what is your site # or the site where we are having those hillbilly biscuits? What site will the gear be displayed at? I have a display of my own I'd like to set up for the day.

Lone Wolf

11-15-2007, 07:21

You all bring your cups as I don't want to be the provider of tree killing paper cups or oil rig demanding styrofoam.

oh jesus :rolleyes:

Gray Blazer

11-15-2007, 07:25

oh jesus :rolleyes:You know how these hikers are. I don't want to kill any oil rigs.:D

Lone Wolf

11-15-2007, 07:27

then nobody better be driving to this event. and y'all better be bringing your own pots and silverware too

Gray Blazer

11-15-2007, 07:34

The rule is everyone has to walk in. We are not supporting LW and his minions by driving our cars.

Gray Blazer

11-15-2007, 07:38

Rumor has it that LW and Dick Cheney will be hunting in the Ocala National Forest this weekend and will be shooting anyone on the FT who is against offshore oil drilling in FL.

BumpJumper

11-15-2007, 10:48

You boys play nice together!
I am leaving today by noon. I will be at one of three campsites. Can miss me. Big 4x4 dodge truck that sucks gas like a funnel...(my contribution to the oil fields):D
I have sites 75, 76, 78. I will be on whichever site is the biggest. I have all the tables, torches and crap for everyone to do the cooking, show and tell and fireside music events.

YES there will be hiking as well as paddling. Anyone wanting to hike can do so. This is a "do whatever the hell you feel like doing" weekend. (note to self: watch out for Gray, he may get carried away...rumor has it)
If you want to hike, set it up and do it.
Gray, thanks for the OJ. That will go well with them biscuits. I am also going to do some "dixie grits" if anyone want any.
DOES ANYONE HAVE A WEDGE TO BRING FOR SLOW???

Leaving soon so see all yall there.

The number to the campground in case anyone needs me before they get there....352-625-3147

Gray Blazer

11-15-2007, 10:55

(note to self: watch out for Gray, he may get carried away...

Yeah, prolly by bigfoot.

Cannibal

11-15-2007, 11:01

Yeah, prolly by bigfoot.

I'll lend you my camera; I'm tired of all these fuzzy pics of bigfoot. :D

Gray Blazer

11-15-2007, 11:42

I'll lend you my camera; I'm tired of all these fuzzy pics of bigfoot. :D

I know firsthand why the photos are all fuzzy. I really did see some fresh bigfoot prints on the FT last summer and the way my adrenaline started pumping and the way I was looking around anxiously ready to be attacked, the last thing on my mind was getting out my camera and pointing it down to get some good pics. :eek: True story!

Cannibal

11-15-2007, 11:54

Well, he better keep his mitts of my pies this weekend or I'll have a mounted Bigfoot on my wall. LOL!

jnetx

11-15-2007, 15:57

What else is anyone doing on Sat. besides canoeing? Does anyone want to hike?
Gray. I'm planning on hiking Clearwater through to CR19 or Buck Farm (depending on how far I get tomorrow). Anyone is welcome to join in. Even Cannibal if he can keep up!;)

HUGS - J

Cannibal

11-15-2007, 16:00

Even Cannibal if he can keep up!;)

HUGS - J

Yeah, yeah, yeah. :D

Cannibal

11-15-2007, 16:14

Last time I was there nothing could be tied to any tree for any reason. Has this changed? I can't wait to see everyone.

Just got off the phone with "Frankie" (super nice lady) at Juniper Springs Campground. I called to ask about camping hammocks and if they are allowed. She said that she has seen them in the campground before and did not know of any rules against them as long as nothing is permanently attached to the trees (nails, bolts, etc.).
<O:p
Sooooooo, hangin seems to be in order. Lookin forward to meeting ya Brian.<O:p

Mal the Elder

11-16-2007, 01:59

Has a maul been procured as yet? I finally got permission to use my step-son's maul---if I can find it. I have a fair idea where it'll be in the morning daylight, presuming I can actually find it.

Translation: if you've got one, bring it just to cheat Murphy. If I luck out, then there's double the pleasure, double the fun! :dance

See y'all in the daytime today,
Half Step (I'd better go to s-sszzhlee-p-p-h . . .)

Gray Blazer

11-16-2007, 09:35

Lone Wolf

11-16-2007, 09:39

I got really busy and I haven't had time to procure any firewood and I don't think I can get any tonight. I will try. See you tomorrow. You can always send me out into the forest once I get there to get firewood if still needed.

Ocala forest is FULL of dead and down firewood. especially in the logged out areas. i spent 2 X-mas's there and filled the truck up in no time

Gray Blazer

11-16-2007, 09:40

Ocala forest is FULL of dead and down firewood. especially in the logged out areas. i spent 2 X-mas's there and filled the truck up in no time
That's what I'm talkin' 'bout.

Rainman

11-16-2007, 11:11

We'll need it. 31 degrees tonight.

atpaul

11-16-2007, 16:46

Hammock Hanger

11-17-2007, 07:24

Hi
I know its late but if anyone see this I was suppose to share the site with rainman, unfortunetly my job thinks i need to work this weekend. So i will not make it. Hope it fun and have a good time. See ya on the trail or next year.
ATpaul and Lulu
Know how ya feel. The work crew at my house came a day late and is working longer (slower) then anticipated. Thus I am home for the weekend. I must say though that the hardwoods look great. Once the painting and carpentry work are done it should be awesome. -- Hope they all stay warm, we had a freeze here in Jax last night.

Hammock Hanger

11-17-2007, 21:37

I feel bad I didn't get to the get together but right now All those Floridians are freezing but if they are not close to the fire...

Sly

11-17-2007, 23:50

You can freeze in the 40's?

Hammock Hanger

11-18-2007, 12:14

It was in the low 30's here in Jax, we had to scrape ice off the car in the morning. Slightly warmer in the forest a bit south, but could still be a cold night. Nothing our hiking buddies can't handle.

BumpJumper

11-19-2007, 19:37

Hi All.

Well that was amazing! I had the time of my little outdoor life. :banana
Starting with Thursday, I arrived at the campground to meet with Deb, Texkittie. We set up camp then headed to Walmart...(thats right), we had to by another stove and some more items that we knew we would need to feed this crew....
We got some rednecks...real redecks to deliver us a truck of split wood and we had a great fire. Next day, some of the folks started rolling in. The steak dinner was fabulous Slow...thank you so much.
The breakfast Saturday and Sunday was good as well. The paddle down the Juniper was the best I have ever had. So nice and calm.....YEAH RIGHT...Deb learned how to really paddle a kayak...:D
It was so pretty and the temps were awesome. It was cold at night but we all survived.
It was sure nice meeting all of you and I want to say now, I hope we have a Christmas party....that would be swell.
Dawn

Hammock Hanger

11-19-2007, 21:17

Glad you all enjoyed yourselves. I thought about you guys out there having all the fun while I worked my figures to the bone... Hope I can make the next one. SUe

Chainsaw 08

11-19-2007, 23:34

Hey, it was great meeting everybody. I too had a hoot.

BumpJumper, you gonna post some of those pics you took with that camera?

eric

jnetx

11-20-2007, 21:36

Hi All.

Well that was amazing! I had the time of my little outdoor life. :banana
Dawn
Hey Bump, did I leave my little grey Coleman chair by the fire?

BumpJumper

11-21-2007, 14:48

Yes, Texkittie has it.

Mal the Elder

11-23-2007, 22:23

You can freeze in the 40's?

Ha! It was 28F and still dropping at 4AM Fri night/Sat morning at Juniper for the FFG. I cheated---took a thermometer and parked it outside the tarp; checked it when I made a night call :sun

Still didn't freeze, though. Just nice inside the nest.

Sorry all y'all couldn't make it. But there was plenty of steak to go around. . . .

Ook ook!
Half Step

bridgette_ctr

09-30-2010, 19:00

Is this open to all hikers?

I am not on here every much but am planning on hiking the FT starting January and then am going to hit the AT after.

I love hiking and if it is open to strangers I might like to meet other hiking enthusiasts:)

Thanks in advance
Bridgette

chiefduffy

10-01-2010, 12:47

Bridgette, these posts were from 2007. But we are planning on having another campout/Bigfoot watch this winter. And they're working up a Fla winter hammock hang over on Hammock Forums. No firm dates yet, but everyone is welcome, always.

-Duffy