Mountain Ranch Rally , So. Cal

[Gina D.]

It usually takes me 3 1/2 to 4 hours from Bakersfield.

Which part are you confused abut?

[Gina D.]

does this help?

[Linda R002]

Yup, that answered the questions that I had. Thanks.

[Gina D.]

and more interest has been generated and payments sent.. don't be shy! Sign up!

For the "Pot Luck", on Saturday, I am leaning towards everyone bringing thier own grills, if they have one, and having us each make our own flesh based main dish, condiments and drinks, then each bringing a separate dish appropriate for a BBQ to the table. If you don't have a grill, maybe we can share. There should be enough hot space for an extra chop or two to go on along with your carnivorous delight.

We would need beans, salad, breads, a vegetable, chips.. you know, a good old fashioned 'merican Back Yard BBQ with all the fixins'. Who is good at yummy deserts?

[CarolnJim]

Hi Gina

How would a chocolate cake or cupcakes be? I would be happy to bring them.

[Gina D.]

I think Cupcakes are perfect! Bring a dozen for me, and then another dozen for everyone else

[CarolnJim]

You've got it. Cupcakes it is... You might have to carry them.

[Gina D.]

I'll just eat them on the way.. then we won't have to bother :-P

Inquiries on "ghost" towns.

The closest is a place called Holcomb Valley. It is above Big Bear Lake. There are a few remnants of the mining town left, but for the most part, if you follow the picture tour in the link, you will see it's a site history tour.

Brochures for the self guided tour can be obtained at the Big Bear Discovery Center about 30 miles NE of here.

It's a fun drive into Big bear, as the hiway skirts the mountains edge and provides great views of all types, desert, mountain and in between. There are many old world pull outs you can use to take in the view.

If ya'll like thunderstorms as you say, maybe you should come this weekend we are having a doozy right now!

Excuse me while I get this beagle off my head....

[V'sGlassSleeper]

Hi Gina,

Oooh, ghost towns and thunderstorms... enough to send any beagle flying for cover.

Did you get our check yet? Hope so... it went out on Monday.

In terms of doing all BBQ meat, we were going to make organic turkey chili and bean salad, is that okay?

Val

[Gina D.]

Yes, I have your check in my pocket right now!

Bring whatever you wish! That sounds great!

[Chuck-H]

Hi Gina,
Thanks for putting this on and I'll come up with Jim, Carol n Jerry and my two dogs in our Liberty (Casita that is). Sounds like a great spot! propane BBQs are allowed???? Will make an Italian Bean dish in your honor but I'll need to know how many folks.
Checks will go out Tues. Chuck H.

[Gina D.]

Hey Chuck,

Got ya down! Yes, Propane is just fine.

Here is the attendees list again, bring it out here so it's easier to find for counts etc.

.. this puts us at "Over a 1/2 of a 1/10th the size of the Oregon Gathering"

1. Gina D. and Rotten Beagles, 17 ft Burro ~ Fri, Saturday and Sunday nites - PAID
2. Carol and Jim & Jerry the Cat, 17 ft Casita ~ Fri, Saturday and Sunday nites - PAID
3. Linda and Dale and Dallas the Cat, 17 ft Casita ~ Fri, Saturday and Sunday nite - PAID
4. Frederick, No Cats, 16 ft Fiberstream ~ Fri and Saturday Nites - PAID
5. Cindy Ross and Hubby, (?) ~ Fri and Saturday nite - PAID
6. Val & Kayla, 19 ft Bigfoot ~ Fri and Saturday nite - PAID
7. Chuck H. and Pups, 17 ft Casita ~ Fri, Saturday and Sunday nites
8. Bobbie Mayer, TW Campster ~ Fri, Saturday nites

[Bobbie Mayer]

Hey, Gina, what is too late to sign up? And if I come, and then want to drive trailer-less over to Burbank for a Corgi Picnic on Saturday, would that be about 1 1/2 hrs each way?

Bobbie

[Gina D.]

Hi Bobbie, you can sign up at any time.

1 1/2 to 2 hours (Never try to out think LA traffic) is about right.

[Bobbie Mayer]

I probably wouldn't be able to decide before this coming weekend (a week away) depending on my success with the left turn signal, status of registration, and a few other things. But I might make it.

Bobbie

[Frederick L. Simson]

depending on my success with the left turn signal

If you can rig up something temporary to allow you to come, I can troubleshoot it for you when you get there.

[Bobbie Mayer]

If you can rig up something temporary to allow you to come, I can troubleshoot it for you when you get there.

If I get the license plates or a temp. operating permit I won't worry about the light- I'm not too worried unless being pulled over means I'm driving unregistered! I'm going to call today or tomorrow about the license and see if I can figure out where it is. (The last time I called they said by Labor Day it should be here.)

So if I get down there without a left turn light, I'd be thrilled to have some help with it.

Bobbie

[Linda R002]

For the "Pot Luck", on Saturday, I am leaning towards everyone bringing thier own grills, if they have one, and having us each make our own flesh based main dish, condiments and drinks, then each bringing a separate dish appropriate for a BBQ to the table. If you don't have a grill, maybe we can share. There should be enough hot space for an extra chop or two to go on along with your carnivorous delight.

No briquettes? but is canned propane grills okay? We have a small one of those we can bring. We can probibly bring chips since we have so far to drive, I won't have a lot of time to bake anything.

[CarolnJim]

Hi Gina



For those driving quite a distance, is there a campground close by, that could be used for Thursday night?

What time can we get into the area on Friday, and when will you be there?

[Gina D.]

So far, charcoal has NOT been banned, so either is OK. And don't worry about baking. I bake by going to the deli...

Carol, yes, there are two campgrounds close by.

The closest is a private campground, right across from Lake Gregory. Camp Switzerland I can personally give it my highest recommendation. Ask for the Dry Camping area. It's gorgeous, and very well kept.

There is also Dogwood USFS campground, scroll down the page for directions. There are many sites with electric. It isn't a perfect campground, but it is quiet and safe. I stay there at least once a year. I have been there twice this year.

I will be on the property at noon on Friday. Lets make that "Check in" Time.