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Alex · Joined: 27 Sep 2005 Posts: 2413 Location: SLC, UT

I only need 6 hour notice :2thumbs: Just give the command. I don't have a duckie, so I will either have to rent here, or down there.

I have a couple of things lined up that keeps me busy. Apr 27th, May 17th, May 30th. Other days I am good to go, even during a week.

Bo_Beck · Joined: 02 Dec 2005 Posts: 747 Location: Southern Utah

tanya wrote: I should be free unless I get a call of an inspection. I only get 24 hours notice for it and its due this month, but if its before teh 8th I should be good to go!

Alex wrote: I only need 6 hour notice :2thumbs: Just give the command. I don't have a duckie, so I will either have to rent here, or down there.

I have a couple of things lined up that keeps me busy. Apr 27th, May 17th, May 30th. Other days I am good to go, even during a week.

I'll keep both of you informed. I hope the water doesn't jump up too quickly? Maybe tuesday or wednesday?

Alex · Joined: 27 Sep 2005 Posts: 2413 Location: SLC, UT

That's fine, is there a way to get an IK from Springdale?

Bo_Beck · Joined: 02 Dec 2005 Posts: 747 Location: Southern Utah

Alex wrote: That's fine, is there a way to get an IK from Springdale?

I'll call ZRMG today and see what they have? Will let you know! :2thumbs:

Bo_Beck · Joined: 02 Dec 2005 Posts: 747 Location: Southern Utah

Bo_Beck wrote: Alex wrote: That's fine, is there a way to get an IK from Springdale?

I'll call ZRMG today and see what they have? Will let you know! :2thumbs:

Yep! I can get an IK from ZRMG! I bet I can get a pretty sweet deal too? Travis said that if I can find out about the Deep Creek access, he'd like to shuttle us so that he can learn about that access as well? I'm sure we'd have to pay for gas for the shuttle which wouldn't bother me at all. Otherwise we'll have to hike in from Chamberlain Ranch so put on your walking shoes! Definately will need wetsuits and booties. I will be bringing a Tandem for Tanya and I so be ready to toss your throw bag! :lol8:

Alex · Joined: 27 Sep 2005 Posts: 2413 Location: SLC, UT

Bo, count me in for whatever expenses, I am good for it. I will bring a throw bag and some rescue gear in case we need to peel the IKs hehe.

You just mentioned a tandem, is there a solo one I could rent?

Bru · Joined: 25 Apr 2008 Posts: 5 Location: utah

Bo, I've got a similar trip planned for May 11. The trip sounds amazing, but I've never done it before and I don't know what to expect. I would be very gracious if you could let me know how far down from Chamberlain Ranch you can put in, or the best way to get to Deep Creek. We'll be carrying 43 lb duckies, so we're hoping to minimize hiking. Any other obstacles I should know about? :eek2:

Good luck!

Thanks,
Bru

Bo_Beck · Joined: 02 Dec 2005 Posts: 747 Location: Southern Utah

Bru wrote: Bo, I've got a similar trip planned for May 11. The trip sounds amazing, but I've never done it before and I don't know what to expect. I would be very gracious if you could let me know how far down from Chamberlain Ranch you can put in, or the best way to get to Deep Creek. We'll be carrying 43 lb duckies, so we're hoping to minimize hiking. Any other obstacles I should know about? :eek2:

Good luck!

Thanks,
Bru

Yeah! No info yet on the Clear Creek access? I have just heard that there is an ATV road that actually drops down into Clear Creek and goes back up the other side? I think the problem is that we've had such a wet year that it may not be accessible yet? The fella that is getting the map to me has done the Narrows 9 times and said that the North Fork of the Virgin is doable from Chamberlain Ranch, but is crazy to do in a "Duckie". Lots of "slash" in the form of coniferous trees to watch out for. Naturally they have lots of "pokies" to either skewer your boat or your throat trying to skim under them. Lots of curves and walls to bounce off of or ride the waves off of. Better done in a hardshell. Clear Creek access not only eliminates 6-7 miles of hiking but generally has fewer strainers according to him.It does have lots of class 3 technicalities to contend with. Thats why I'm shooting for 300cfs. Will certainly keep you posted as I know more, and better yet I'll be able to give you a TR! :rockon:

Alex · Joined: 27 Sep 2005 Posts: 2413 Location: SLC, UT

Bo_Beck wrote: a TR! :rockon:

...with PICTURES! With Tanya and me by your side, you will have plenty of coverage :2thumbs: :lol8:

Bo_Beck · Joined: 02 Dec 2005 Posts: 747 Location: Southern Utah

Alex wrote: Bo_Beck wrote: a TR! :rockon:

...with PICTURES! With Tanya and me by your side, you will have plenty of coverage :2thumbs: :lol8:

No word from Tanya? Are you ready to re-assure her that it will be a safe, yet adventurous ride? I promise nothing, but with 3 cameras along at least we can insure that it becomes documented! You want the tandem with Tanya or solo boat? Your choice...and of course the ultimate choice of Tanya......if she decides to go?

Tanya....to be truthful, this will be a wild ride. I believe that after 4 years of adventures with you, it will be the "ultimate" adventure we've experienced together if you so choose? I know your aversion of moving (or standing) water. This will be a "real test", yet no backing out. Once we've committed, we're committed. I know that both Alex and I (and everyone that loves you) would be awed by the photos and vocals that we can provide...it is about being able to somehow relate to whatever happens? I know that Alex and you want to experience this, but I'm obsessed to do it. Would love to have both of your companies, but don;t feel pressured. Make your own decisions.

Alex · Joined: 27 Sep 2005 Posts: 2413 Location: SLC, UT

So when are you thinking approximately?
I think Tanya will be safer with you Bo.

Alex · Joined: 27 Sep 2005 Posts: 2413 Location: SLC, UT

http://www.cbrfc.noaa.gov/river/station/flowplot/flowplot.cgi?NFVU1

Bo_Beck · Joined: 02 Dec 2005 Posts: 747 Location: Southern Utah

Alex wrote: So when are you thinking approximately?
I think Tanya will be safer with you Bo.

Looking at the current flow peaks and looking at weather for the next few days....my guess is wednesday? Still not sure though? With hot weather projected for sunday and monday it could rise quickly and maybe tuesday will be the day? I will keep an eye on it and maybe sunday night or monday morning will be a better tell-tale? :mwink: :jump_nutt: :hydro:

Alex · Joined: 27 Sep 2005 Posts: 2413 Location: SLC, UT

Sounds good, I will try to leave SLC the night before and stay somewhere on the way or maybe make it all the way to Springdale that night.

What time do you want to get going in the morning? I assume pretty early so we can be on the river by 8-9am?

Bo_Beck · Joined: 02 Dec 2005 Posts: 747 Location: Southern Utah

Alex wrote: Sounds good, I will try to leave SLC the night before and stay somewhere on the way or maybe make it all the way to Springdale that night.

What time do you want to get going in the morning? I assume pretty early so we can be on the river by 8-9am?

Well!? I just got my pack loaded with the Tandem Tomcat and seats and paddles (no lifejackets, helmets, throwbag, food, water, wetsuits, emergency supplies, pump etc. ) and its weighing in at 68 lbs. I think I'm going to try to get hold of a Dr. friend of mine and see if he'll loan me his Tandem Bandit! :roflol: :mrgreen: