WA | 2021, May 19-21: Maryhill in May

[Carolyn N.]

Hi Steve and Cheri... so glad you are coming!

[Steve Hammel]

Hi Carolyn, we'll be bringing the Casita this time. See you in May.

[paulw]

Wow - sneaking up on me again this year...
If I'm reading the forum, email and text messaging right we should have 13 sites in park and 2 at Peach Beach. I'll put up a list next month.
We've been busy the past year - have a been remodeling our new house and I have a new hip.
Hopefully I can get the Escape cleaned up and find our camping gear by May .

[mbtigger]

As the newbie, is it just up to me to go to the indicated camp sites and introduce myself?


I went with spot 44 at Peach because. It's the farthest away from everything, and looks to be private and quiet. I am loud and obnoxious, but my family likes the idea of being able to get a reprieve from me.

[paulw]

Originally Posted by mbtigger

As the newbie, is it just up to me to go to the indicated camp sites and introduce myself?


I went with spot 44 at Peach because. It's the farthest away from everything, and looks to be private and quiet. I am loud and obnoxious, but my family likes the idea of being able to get a reprieve from me.

Ah...good question...
Before we skipped last year we would have fairly large gatherings Fri & Sat evenings - sitting elbow to elbow around a fire at our site.

This year.... well, the fire will be there, but maybe the chairs won't .
Swing by site 50 when you get there and we'll figure it out together (I want to see your new 17B sometime too).

[mbtigger]

If it matters, I got lucky in the stand by line and I should be fully vaccinated by the time of the rally..

[Steve Hammel]

Hopefully most of us should be vaccinated by mid May.

[Deb & Chuck]

NEWS RELEASES

Posted on: April 6, 2021
GOLDENDALE OBSERVATORY REOPENS APRIL 24
Online registration for programming will be required

OLYMPIA – April 6, 2021 – Washington State Parks will reopen the newly renovated Goldendale Observatory State Park Heritage Site April 24, on a limited schedule.

To comply with the state’s Phase 3 order, the observatory will open at a reduced capacity. The free observatory programs will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays only. Visitors must register online for the programs. The facility will not open for drop-in visitors, and staff will not offer private tours. State Parks will not be able to schedule visits outside the Saturday and Sunday program dates.

During Phase 3, visitors will not have access to evening viewing through the main telescope.Goldendale Observatory - new building - front with walkway

Afternoon programming will include the opportunity to tour the newly upgraded facility. Registered participants will be able to view the sun through the observatory’s solar telescopes.

The current observatory schedule is temporary and expected to change. To find updates and schedule changes, check the park’s web page; sign up to get email park alerts; or check Parks’ social media: Twitter (@WaStatePks) or Facebook (@WashingtonStateParks).

About Goldendale Observatory
Goldendale Observatory sits on 5 hilltop acres, 2 miles north of the town of Goldendale and about 13 miles north of the Columbia River. The observatory houses one of the world’s largest publicly accessible permanently mounted telescopes. Last year, State Parks completed work on an extensive multi-year renovation of the observatory and grounds. Work included:

Converting the old Cassegrain telescope to a Newtonian telescope by replacing the telescope’s original mirror with a new, state-of-the-art 24.5-inch mirror.
Constructing a new building with a 140-person capacity auditorium.
Creating new exhibits on astronomy and other sciences.
Adding special lighting in the interior and outdoor landscape to preserve dark-sky viewing.
Increasing parking and restroom capacity.
Learn more about Goldendale Observatory State Park Heritage Site.

News media contact:
Toni Droscher, Communications Office, (360) 902-8604
media@parks.wa.gov

This is very interesting if you haven't done it before.
Deb

[Carolyn N.]

I just saw posts from a WA State camping group, people having been at Maryhill and comlaining about abundance of ticks!!! Yuk! I know nothing... is there a deterrent/remedy for them? or maybe they will be gone by the time we are there? or is someone over-dramatizing the situation? It is "Washington State Camping-Nice People Only" group. Post yesterday... ???

[Deb & Chuck]

I don't know the situation on ticks but there are several natural and other deterrants on the market for ticks sold most places. Just check them out if you want to be prepared for them and find one that you are comfortable with. This is a common thing for backpackers and hikers.

We will be heading to Maryhill next week so will let you know if we find and over abundance of ticks.

Deb

[Bobbie Mayer]

Originally Posted by Deb & Chuck

I don't know the situation on ticks but there are several natural and other deterrants on the market for ticks sold most places. Just check them out if you want to be prepared for them and find one that you are comfortable with. This is a common thing for backpackers and hikers.

We will be heading to Maryhill next week so will let you know if we find and over abundance of ticks.

Deb

That would be useful to know though if you use anything on your dogs already you might not see them. I normally don't use anything here but will see about getting protection for Sadie if it is a problem. (Jack, my late Pem, did have fleas when we got to WSU a day after our first rally at Maryhill though I can't be sure where he got them.)

[Deb & Chuck]

Bobbie,
Our dog is on a monthly expensive prescription during the spring and summer months for fleas and ticks after she got a tick in her eye lid. But I agree ticks are bad for pets and people and hard to find in hair or fur.

Deb

[Andy Bassett]

Originally Posted by Cory Hilby

Jim, unable to PM you here but looked on goingtocamp and found site 43 free so reserved it for Fri & Sat nights May 21 & 22! Will be bringing my new old dog and it'll be the first time camping for him with me. . Some may know, I'm disabled by dystonia with brain surgery and dizzy migraines, but I've had my Compact Jr. for over 10 years so please don't tell me what to do unless I ask (or am unconscious), but do check up in me and if seems appropriate offer to help me with Hunter. Thanks much!

Hi Cory - We also have a 1972 Hunter Compact Jr. Can't wait to see another one in the wild!

We will be in site 37. We're really looking forward to this event!

[Bobbie Mayer]

Originally Posted by Andy Bassett

Hi Cory - We also have a 1972 Hunter Compact Jr. Can't wait to see another one in the wild!

We will be in site 37. We're really looking forward to this event!

Right near me. I used to have a Campster.

[Bobbie Mayer]

Originally Posted by Deb & Chuck

Bobbie,
Our dog is on a monthly expensive prescription during the spring and summer months for fleas and ticks after she got a tick in her eye lid. But I agree ticks are bad for pets and people and hard to find in hair or fur.

Deb

I decided to take no chances and give her a preventative for May.

[tidewater]

I don't think I responded yet but I'll be in #29 6/1-6-2.

jack
17.5 Bigfoot
Tucson, AZ

[paulw]

Well behind as usual....
Got the trailer cleaned up, found the Maryhill firepit
Here's a list of who I think is coming:

1 Steve & Cheri
2 Jen R
4 Jackie & Norm
6 Maureen & Chris
29 Jack
37 Andy B
39 Bobbie
41 Chuck & Deb
42 Rainier32
43 Cory H
45 Chuck & Vicki
46 Carolyn N
48 Shelli & Warren
49 Alan & Barb
50 Paul & Norma
PB Colleen & Ed
PB Mbtigger
There's usually 2-3 more who aren't on the forums...

[paulw]

Friday
No-host dinner-on-a-stick roasting fire going at site 50 by 5:00pm.
This is not a potluck, bring your lawn chair and everything you need and plan to eat, including your own roasting stick. I’ll have a good cooking fire in the Maryhill Firepit.


Saturday
No potluck this year. Please join us at site 50 after dinner and we will have our usual Birthday celebration with cake and ice cream followed by FABULOUS prizes.

Lots to do & see in the area – a couple unique things :
As mentioned above the Goldendale Observatory is open after renovations:
https://www.goldendaleobservatory.com/
Maryhill Museum of Art is open again:
https://www.maryhillmuseum.org/
Stonehenge Memorial
https://www.maryhillmuseum.org/outsi...henge-memorial

[bbuehler]

But as always, that’s a well-liked campground, and who knows when someone may have to cancel.

If anyone has to cancel for that weekend give me a call or drop me an email;
gardencoach@live.com

Would love to buy it from you!
Thanks!
Barbara Buehler

[Deb & Chuck]

Barb,

Try Peach Beach next door.

Deb