NCLR Annual Event at Hollister Hills

[astateofmike]

Hey people, I see we have 21 spots taken? There are 94 of us in the club, plus families......

It is getting close and there is a lot of planning for dinner on Sat. Night. Get registered so we know to set a place for you!

I can't wait.....coming alone and staying that Sat night....can't wait!

Who else is in?

[stevenmd]

I am. I will register this evening.

[Disco2Guy]

I have registered/paid for two (myself and fiancee) and will be there Friday (~1pm) through Sunday afternoon. Is it typical to bring one box of firewood per night of camping? I'm planning to bring two boxes from Safeway.

[NCLR101]

I'm in , paid up and ready to party!

Thommy

[Phil.]

registered some time over the weekend. we're coming saturday morning and camping overnight.

[wineryrover]

I'll be there. This time my wife and kids (6 & 8) will make it too. Driving down early Saturday morning and camping Sat. night. Can't wait - it will be good to see everyone again. I still need to register, I am a slacker.

[RoverDude]

As I am a member of both NCLR and SCLR, I would love to see the annual events on different weekends. I had already committed to the SCLR BBQ once the NCLR Annual Event was announced. Never been to Hollister, darn.

[PCRover]

Sorry John, I had no idea the SCLR event was on the same weekend. We'll keep that in mind next time.

[sasquatch]

Reg'd and PAID (checks in the mail Will...hee, hee, heeeeee)

[Disco2Guy]

Aww too bad John. It would have been a great opportunity to meet you and thank you in person for the ladder.

[ChrisJB]

I have been away from the forum for a while so dont which is the official thread for this event. Are there any spots left? I was planning on arriving friday night after work, camp, but will have to leave saturday mid morning to continue with my trip to santa cruz. I just wanted to stop by and shake the hands and see the faces of the other club member for the first time. Also is there a contact person? I have never been to the area and will probably be lost trying to find my way around especially in the dark. I will be arriving in the area around 9pm :)

[astateofmike]

If you are not staying for dinner on Sat night, then no need for Paypal. Just "register" on this site for a head count I guess. I am not sure who will be there on Friday night, but I think Ron Boston will be, so get a PM to him and make sure he knows you are coming so they can unlock the gate. Hopefully I'll get there early enough on Sat AM (planning on leaving livermore between 530 and 6 at the latest) to say hi!

[Disco2Guy]

I know Steve and myself will be there early afternoon on Friday. You can't miss the gate to Area 5 (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&saddr=&daddr=36.76282,-121.403818&hl=en&geocode=&mra=mi&mrsp=0&sz=16&sll=36.762009,-121.397552&sspn=0.012325,0.027788&ie=UTF8&ll=36.763659,-121.399527&spn=0.012325,0.027788&t=h&z=16). It's just after the Ranger Station.

[TigerDan]

Since I won't be able to be there for most of the weekend (prior commitment) I'm going to have to pull out Saturday morning. At this months MORG a couple of us were talking about coming in Thursday night and camping. Just want to clarify and make sure this will still be possible.

RE your above post Mike, I'll go ahead and register but I won't be able to be there for dinner Saturday.

[PCRover]

The park is open all week, but not area-5 other than Fri-Sun. You can camp elsewhere in the park and pay the $10 fee if you want to THursday night.

[astateofmike]

TigerDan...register, but DO NOT paypal for Dinner. Registration is for head count....

[Disco2Guy]

Aww, I was hoping for a free second course.

[GriffSC]

i plan to be there with my wife and three kids (5, 3 and 8 mos), arriving saturday mid morning and departing sunday. i'm gonna pay for my wife and me, but there is an outside chance that she won't make the trip. the money for her share would be my donation to the kitty.

look forward to seeing everyone, except the LR3-driving sasquatch.

[NCLR101]

Folks, I plan on arriving Friday evening, leaving from work in the afternoon, all packed up amd ready to hit he road for a 2 hor run down there depending on trafficd. I will bring a bottle of scotch to contribute to the cause.

Area 5 is NOT in the trail areas right? Will it be marked past the ranger station? May come in as it is getting dar. Look forward to seeing everyone.

Thommy

[esteban]

Folks, I plan on arriving Friday evening, leaving from work in the afternoon, all packed up amd ready to hit he road for a 2 hor run down there depending on trafficd. I will bring a bottle of scotch to contribute to the cause.

Area 5 is NOT in the trail areas right? Will it be marked past the ranger station? May come in as it is getting dar. Look forward to seeing everyone.

Thommy
Area 5 entrance is on the main road, just keep driving past the entrance to the ranger station and it's about a 1/4 mile down on the right side. Last year there was a big NCLR banner up at the gate also.....

[ChrisJB]

I just cancelled my trip and reservations for my montery bay trip (friends flaked out) so ill be able to hangout with the club for the whole event. So that was a good thing! :)

Either I am a rtard, blind, or both. I cant find where to register and pay the $25. Can someone point me where to go? :)

Also are dogs allowed at the park? I am going to try and rescue a dog from the shelter this weekend so would be nice to being him/her along (up to date with shots and leashed of coursed)

Also up here it's getting into the high 30's at night. I am not familiar with the weather in the area. Will I need to pack my artic gear????? :)

[Gotrovr]

Chris

Registration - very top tool bar, click on "Event Registration", then click on *Hollister Special Event*, then right above where you fillin your information, to pay click on

Payment of Event Fee's can be made online here. (http://nclrclub.org/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=shop.flypage&product_id=24&category_id=6&manufacturer_id=0&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=121)

Expected Camping Weather - Warm days 70-80, cool nights 45 to 55

Dogs - Nice of you to rescue, and yes leash is mandatory, especially with small children

[astateofmike]

But you can bring the pooch, and there will be other dogs there too!

[ChrisJB]

Thank you Will! I am all registered and paid. Looking forward to meeting everyone finally :)

[astateofmike]

you say that, but you will meet me, so reserve judgement...

[stevenmd]

OK, finally paid and registered...:p

How come we have so many left? Are people even more of a procrastinator than I am?

[PCRover]

We are pretty much on track with last years on-line registrations. Hopefully we can get more to sign up on line this week as schedules firm up. We did have several people show up last year on the event day without prior registering.

[stevenmd]

Cool. I am really looking forward to seeing everyone again.

[Gotrovr]

OK, finally paid and registered...:p

How come we have so many left? Are people even more of a procrastinator than I am?

nice of you to join us

I would hope the current state of our economy (high gas prices) doesn't play into potential vacancies

[astateofmike]

I think, based on my observations, that people are just really busy right now. I can't explain why this year over any other year, but I know I feel more at odds to try and squeeze everything in, so....it may just be the state of the state.

[TigerDan]

...and yes leash is mandatory, especially with small children

So, as I understand this, dogs and small children are required to be on a leash at all times...?:D

[norcal relics]

So, as I understand this, dogs and small children are required to be on a leash at all times...?:D

If you don't have a leash for yourself it's no problem, I'll bring a spare. Ari has one packed for me too!

I'm going to show up around noon on Friday. I hope with 2 Rovers!

[Gotrovr]

So, as I understand this, dogs and small children are required to be on a leash at all times...?:D

maybe only Tiger children :D

[TigerDan]

Not a problem then...I don't have any and I'm not bringing my nephew (he would require the use of a leash...!)

[NCLR101]

Where we meeting up on Friday afternoon, evening. I plan on making it around 5pm hopeflly to beat the traffic down south.

Thommy

[PCRover]

Everything starts from Area-5 for the weekend. If no one is there call on CB-7 and you will find us.

[ChrisJB]

does anyone have a physical address for holister? I am unable to find it on their website. Need it to program my gps otherwise ill end up in vegas or LA. lol

[wineryrover]

does anyone have a physical address for holister? I am unable to find it on their website. Need it to program my gps otherwise ill end up in vegas or LA. lol

It's 7800 Cienega Road, Hollister, CA 95023. Should be a great weekend.

[Disco2Guy]

Don't go all the way to that address or you'll pass the Area 5 campground. That is the address for snail mail. Here's a GoogleMap link (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&saddr=36.762782,-121.403775&daddr=7800+Cienega+Rd,+Hollister,+CA+95023&hl=en&geocode=%3BFS-TMAIdCQzE-A&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=0&sz=16&sll=36.765429,-121.403668&sspn=0.012325,0.027788&ie=UTF8&ll=36.750095,-121.382103&spn=0.04931,0.111151&t=h&z=14) where "A" is the camp site you'll want to pull into, and "B" is the actual address listed. There should be a big NCLR banner at the camp entrance too I hope.

[ChrisJB]

Don't go all the way to that address or you'll pass the Area 5 campground. That is the address for snail mail. Here's a GoogleMap link (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&saddr=36.762782,-121.403775&daddr=7800+Cienega+Rd,+Hollister,+CA+95023&hl=en&geocode=%3BFS-TMAIdCQzE-A&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=0&sz=16&sll=36.765429,-121.403668&sspn=0.012325,0.027788&ie=UTF8&ll=36.750095,-121.382103&spn=0.04931,0.111151&t=h&z=14) where "A" is the camp site you'll want to pull into, and "B" is the actual address listed. There should be a big NCLR banner at the camp entrance too I hope.


Thats great info! Thank you! I hope the areas/camp sites are visible from the road other wise ill have to sleep on the side of the road friday night and practice my survivorman skills.

This is what google maps (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&saddr=36.762782,-121.403775&daddr=7800+Cienega+Rd,+Hollister,+CA+95023&hl=en&geocode=%3BFS-TMAIdCQzE-A&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=0&sz=16&sll=36.765429,-121.403668&sspn=0.012325,0.027788&ie=UTF8&ll=36.750095,-121.382103&spn=0.04931,0.111151&t=h&z=14), mapped out for me from home to hollister. Looking at 5hrs of drive time.

[Disco2Guy]

That looks like the link I posted, you may want to double check you copied the right one. You really can't miss the entrance to the camp ground. There's a picture of it on the NCLR site somewhere. Here it is. (http://nclrclub.org/index.php?option=com_rsgallery2&Itemid=138&catid=13) It's just past the turn off for the ranger station.

[ChrisJB]

That looks like the link I posted, you may want to double check you copied the right one. You really can't miss the entrance to the camp ground. There's a picture of it on the NCLR site somewhere. Here it is. (http://nclrclub.org/index.php?option=com_rsgallery2&Itemid=138&catid=13) It's just past the turn off for the ranger station.


Darn your right. Looks like I did copy the wrong link.

Here is the correct one.

Map (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&saddr=617+Sonoma+St,+Carson+City,+NV+89701&daddr=36.762731,-121.403818&hl=en&geocode=&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=1&sz=16&sll=36.760307,-121.400213&sspn=0.013082,0.019226&ie=UTF8&t=h&z=16)

Google maps has me driving from carson city to sac on 50, then take I-5 south.
Driving directions to Cienega Rd
289 mi – about 5 hours 13 mins

Microsoft MapPoint has me drive to reno, take hwy 80 into the bay area then take i-680 south and work my way down.
332.8mi - 5 hours and 5 mins

Drive time is about the same so dont know which would be easier/less traffic.....

[RON CT110]

I just cancelled my trip and reservations for my montery bay trip (friends flaked out) so ill be able to hangout with the club for the whole event. So that was a good thing! :)

Either I am a rtard, blind, or both. I cant find where to register and pay the $25. Can someone point me where to go? :)

Also are dogs allowed at the park? I am going to try and rescue a dog from the shelter this weekend so would be nice to being him/her along (up to date with shots and leashed of coursed)

Also up here it's getting into the high 30's at night. I am not familiar with the weather in the area. Will I need to pack my artic gear????? :)

Good to her you can make it Chris; when you have a moment, take the trial run poll and post your comments which time/date you'd be interested in running: http://nclrclub.org/forum/showthread.php?t=479

C yah!

[ChrisJB]

Good to her you can make it Chris; when you have a moment, take the trial run poll and post your comments which time/date you'd be interested in running: http://nclrclub.org/forum/showthread.php?t=479

C yah!


I didnt see the trail runs for around the parking lot so I think the other runs might be too advanced for a newb like me lol jk

I voted for the easy runs. I want to be able to make it back home. ill chime in on which I would like to do shortly :)

[Disco2Guy]

I would take the route Google Maps listed. Bypassing most of the BA traffic is a good idea for a Friday night.

[TigerDan]

What is the earliest we can arrive? If it's at all possible, I would like to arrive Thursday night and camp. Anyone else?

[Desertcrawler]

What is the earliest we can arrive? If it's at all possible, I would like to arrive Thursday night and camp. Anyone else?

Dan,

I'm planning on a Friday moning arrival. I beleive that Area A is open to us beginning on Friday. Thursday night it is possible to camp in the general camping area. Hopefully we can meet up Friday! I need to recce the "tough" trail that I'm leading on Saturday..

[esteban]

10-10:30 should be my arrival time on friday. Chuck I'll hit the trails with you, I'd just like to get camp setup first....

[TigerDan]

Works for me...

[Jantiz]

I should be arriving Friday as well. Maybe not quite as early as the rest of you since I have to make a few stops there. I think around early afternoon for me.

[RON CT110]

Lol! Great photo Steve!

You are going to need more than a glass of wine (in the photo) to wash that down! :D

C yah @ HH.

I will be shopping for Port tonight (like last year and this year owe Eric a drink or two for sourcing out the battery cover for my 110).

Any suggestions? Otherwise I will bring pull from the collection.


10-10:30 should be my arrival time on friday. Chuck I'll hit the trails with you, I'd just like to get camp setup first....

[Tony DII]

What is the earliest we can arrive? If it's at all possible, I would like to arrive Thursday night and camp. Anyone else?

Dan, i don't think that is going to be a problem. Just tell them you are down early for the NCLR event in area 5. They may just give you the combo and let you in. Just in case, you could camp thursday night in upper sycamore and then meet us in area 5 when I arrive Friday morning.

Whatever you do, dont pay for park use on Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Maybe just Thursday only. The weekend has already been taken care of.

See you then!!
Contact me on cell if you need assistance (510) 396-1661

[TigerDan]

'K Tony, thanks! Something had indeed been suggested to that extent but I wanted some official confirmation. I had thought about Sycamore as a backup just in case.

So I'll be arriving in the HH area sometime around Thursday evening...I'll have the CB on all the time (on 7) as well as the FRS.

[esteban]

I can bring some port also, one of my favorite wines, and some scotch to pass around the campfire friday night. Anyone like wine? What kind?

[Disco2Guy]

After seeing that photo I think you should switch to Wild Turkey.

[GriffSC]

i'm not arriving until Saturday morning, but i'm gonna bring some pear cider from Fox Barrel Cider Co. outta Colfax. Toured the place this weekend and found the stuff to be downright decent... for cider.

[wineryrover]

Anyone like wine?

I think it's alright :D Does wine coolers count? I know Griff is a big fan of wine coolers, and any other drink that has a flower or umbrella straw.

I probably stick with beer or 'ritas, I have seen far too many grapes in the last five weeks, but I'm planning on bringing some vino to share as well.

[disco97]

Anyone planning on heading down Friday late morning or early afternoon from the Peninsula? I was looking to caravan with someone or meet along the way.
I know of a good spot for great BBQ in Hollister. Was going to stop for Lunch or maybe even grab some to go for dinner Friday night.

[Desertcrawler]

I'm heading down sometime in the morning, post rush hour, on Friday. Planning on heading straight into Area A, setting up camp, taking a quick recce of the gully for tommorow's difficul run, then firing up the blender and sipping on margarita's while watching others arrive and struggle to put their tents up...

[esteban]

Sounds like a plan! I'm there.........

[astateofmike]

Chuck, one less Margi now please...Area 5, it is Area 5.......

Oh yeah, prepare for the rain! 20% chance the rumor is...maybe enough to knock down some dust? That would be nice...

[esteban]

E-Z Ups and tarps! Keeping the dust down would be nice, there are some areas where you walk that dust clouds appear with every footstep....

[wineryrover]

I'm heading down sometime in the morning, post rush hour, on Friday. Planning on heading straight into Area A, setting up camp, taking a quick recce of the gully for tommorow's difficul run, then firing up the blender and sipping on margarita's while watching others arrive and struggle to put their tents up...

Damn you, Chuck, that sounds like a mighty fine plan.

[GriffSC]

chuck? frank told me it was getting some more work and that's why you were the shot-gunner in D90 at Moab.

[drafdog]

After seeing that photo I think you should switch to Wild Turkey.

don't you mean "the kickin' chicken":D

[lutz]

Well i finally got my rear locker in for the second time.I'll be up there Friday morning to get some practice in.

[norcal relics]

Regrettably, my wife and I will not be in attendance this weekend, made a huge purchase for the business last night and have to spend some time getting caught up on work (bought a forklift.)

Is anybody going from the Sacramento area? I have some NorCal Relics Rover shirts for the raffle, too late to ship them.

thanks, hoist some scotch/port/Newcastle in my name!

[GriffSC]

was looking forward to hoisting with you. then again, you might be better off if this weather doesn't cooperate a little.

congrats on the forklift purchase! that'll be useful and fun.

btw, toured a cidery this last weekend and the area behind the warehouse reminded me of your place - machinery, hunks of metal piled high and just sitting.

[RON CT110]

Regrettably, my wife and I will not be in attendance this weekend, made a huge purchase for the business last night and have to spend some time getting caught up on work (bought a forklift.)

Is anybody going from the Sacramento area? I have some NorCal Relics Rover shirts for the raffle, too late to ship them.

thanks, hoist some scotch/port/Newcastle in my name!

Sorry to hear Eric; was looking forward to sharing some of my PORT with you. Next time.

And congrats on the business; let us know how we can support your new endeaver e.g. if it's a restaurant, will check it out and eat there.

If it's a proctologist practise, will send Dan! :D

Joking set aside, congrats on the new purchase! C yah bud!

Ron

[monty]

Regrettably, my wife and I will not be in attendance this weekend, made a huge purchase for the business last night and have to spend some time getting caught up on work (bought a forklift.)

Is anybody going from the Sacramento area? I have some NorCal Relics Rover shirts for the raffle, too late to ship them.

thanks, hoist some scotch/port/Newcastle in my name!

Eric, i'm heading down early saturday morning and can take those for you. lmk

[GriffSC]

hey mike, is Camy coming? my animals, i mean my boys, could use some more training.

[monty]

hey mike, is Camy coming? my animals, i mean my boys, could use some more training.

yup, bringing both this time (oh boy). this will have to suffice as i didn't get to make a trip to SC or the ocean yet. will be good to see you guys there.

[NCLR101]

HeyChuck, I should be showing up at area 5 mid/late afternoon. Will be ready for a "margi" right away.

Thommy

[ChrisJB]

Any concerns with the weather? We are expecting some snow here so was wondering before I head out today :)

[wineryrover]

Any concerns with the weather? We are expecting some snow here so was wondering before I head out today :)

Looks like Hollister will get a little rain late tonight and Saturday morning, clearing by afternoon and clear Saturday night. Clouds and sun on Sunday. Now back to Jim with the latest in sports.....

[Tony DII]

Looks like Hollister will get a little rain late tonight and Saturday morning, clearing by afternoon and clear Saturday night. Clouds and sun on Sunday. Now back to Jim with the latest in sports.....

I'll find out shortly.. I'm off to Costco, get ice and I'm on my way. Should arrive by 3:00pm.

See you all there!! :cool:

[ChrisJB]

Ill be leaving my house about 4pm today. 5hr drive so I should be arriving around 9pm.

[ChrisJB]

May I have a phone number of someone who will be there just in case I get lost or have questions :)

(assuming there is cell phone reception in the area)

[Desertcrawler]

No rain so far. Hope we get a little for the mud!

My cell is 650-208-1175. It will be pretty easy to spot our group wiht the Rovers in Area 5 -- but if you need help you can call the ranger station...

[Mudy_Ovl]

My daughter has gotten a productive cough :( and we are taking her to the doctor this morning. I called and left a message on Chuck's phone with my status. I will call and post here with an update after we get back from the doctor. Have fun in the mud and be safe. Hopefully I can make the dinner tonight and participate in some runs tomorrow.

[Mudy_Ovl]

I have decided to stay home and watch over my daughter. She was prescribed some meds for her congestion. Have fun and take lots of pics. I am sure there will be a terrific write up posted soon.

[Gotrovr]

What a fun weekend. I must say thanks again to Gary, Tony, Ron, David and Brian, for all their hard work. Mexxi's (Enrique) set the bar higher this year at Saturday nights dinner. A special thanks to Park Ranger John for handing us the keys for a very privilaged access to the newly awaited addition to the park located across Cienega Road. Daphne, I hope your listening, our club is very excited at the possibilities and we are eager to help in any way. We came up with a few trail names, Lombard Street came to mind easily with one of the multi switchback trails.

As a side note I missed not having my brother-in-law as co-pilot this year, especially with his photography skills. Obviously not many pics from me, but here are a few...

[Disco2Guy]

I have uploaded the six videos from my camera to YouTube, just click on the vid link in my sig to view them. There are a couple of videos of the new area from Friday and Saturday. There are five more on Melinda's camera that are in the .mov format that I'm still working on getting compressed and uploaded as well.

[esteban]

Thanks to the BOD for organizing another great event. It was great seeing some people I hadn't seen in a year, and meeting some new ones. Awesome time, and I'm already looking forward to next year......
Unfortunately I had forgotten my camera, so no pics.

[NCLR101]

Awesome vids and pics. Thanks much, fun watching my mistakes :)

Thommy

[Hattrick]

Thanks for sharing the pictures and videos everyone. My wife took our camera on a business trip so no pics from me except a few bad ones off my phone. :o

I had a great time. Thanks for all who were involved in organizing the event. I'll try to stay Sat night and make Sun breakfast next time.

-Marvin

[PCRover]

I would like to thank all who participated and volunteered there time to make the Hollister Event a success. A special personal thanks go out to Mike (astateofmike) for helping me out behind the scenes handling numerous tasks that go unnoticed to most.

[D1kid]

Question? I was wondering if anyone took any pictures of me going through the telephone pole courese thing at the old obstacle course. I thought i too pictures but i didnt???:confused:

[Disco12]

Nice Avatar Tyler!:D

[D1kid]

Nice Avatar Tyler!:D

HAHA thanks!!:D