I'll get Friday off too...
I'll get Friday off too...
Friday anytime for me.
Maybe we could all meet up and go together. Dunno which way you would go AB, I'm assuming down into Lilydale and cut across to Eastlink?If so we could all meet up at the servo there.Quote:
Originally Posted by AB
That was my plan? Is there a reason I shouldn't? Another option is we could go through Dargo and back across but that's a massive drive for you guys.Quote:
Originally Posted by liftlid
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No just wondering what roads would be open, we will be coming through Licola late, if you get phone service it would be good if you could post a road condition
Ok I just had a look and I can get to traralgon for around 9.30 10ish. Does that suit or will that be a bit early for ppl.
They are main roads and should be open, like I said I will go up the weekend before so will know for sure.Quote:
Originally Posted by liftlid
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Try this for a List of Seasonal Road Closures
http://parkweb.vic.gov.au/__data/ass...sures-2013.pdf
http://parkweb.vic.gov.au/park-manag...road-closures2
Bit early for me. I have to do the school kid drop off in the morning. So I wouldn't leave until after then.Quote:
Originally Posted by krbrooking
Yeah I would leave here maybe about 10.30am???Quote:
Originally Posted by mudski
depending on what phone you have you might be luckyQuote:
Originally Posted by liftlid
with service you could always use the phone box
hey winnie where are you planning on 4x4ing from macfarlens campQuote:
Originally Posted by winnie
Bryden has fri off as well so he said he would meet me at work and we will go straight from here, so might have to meet you guys up there unless there is other ppl wanting to meet in taralgon
He was a good bloke mate but he's gonna have to bring the mav, not the yoda....lolQuote:
Originally Posted by krbrooking
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Yeh I think he will be he is hoping to have the lift done by then.Quote:
Originally Posted by AB
So sorry where is the Friday Night Camp spot?
I will be heading in over the top I reckon. Need to make a plan though.
Not unusual to get phone service from mountain tops, hoping for a Friday road report as we will night run over mountains.
Wing it!Quote:
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Mcfaralane's Saddle on Moroka rd.Quote:
Originally Posted by MudRunnerTD
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Is this where your planning Winnie? At the hut listed or is there a camp there somewhere? Dunsmuir Hut or Miliers hut?
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I reckon you guys are heading for the area top middle of that map lolQuote:
Originally Posted by MudRunnerTD
Yeah have a look at that map again I have dropped a blue pin on it.Quote:
Originally Posted by taslucas
I will post it again on this page
See just off to the left of centreQuote:
Originally Posted by MudRunnerTD
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yeah saw that Darren, but did you see whats in the top centre? "playboy" lol sounds like a cool placeQuote:
Originally Posted by MudRunnerTD
Yeah kinda looks like a saddle too ;)
As someone that had rolled out in the snow those Huts sound Awesome!!!!
Just got the roof top map out. Bloody Hema is overrated!
Ok we are smack on the right spot. Sweat.
Which Rooftops map Daz?
Tip tip tip......tap tap tap....
Fargo - Wonnangatta Adventure MapQuote:
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Sorry daz I did see your post last night but did not get home until late and passed out straight away. Yep that's where were going!
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Rossco coming along too
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Winnie (Chris)
AB (Andy)
Bloodyaussie (Jonathan)
Alitis007 (George)
Roofy
MudRunnerTD (Darren)
Liftlid (Gary)
krbrooking (Kev) with a mate
Bryden
Rossco
James+1 (my plumber mate who might come?)
Thanks sexyQuote:
Originally Posted by Bloodyaussie
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WooHoo! I'm a definite yes now, providing my gearbox doesn't spit the dummy between now and then. Looking forward to this trip.
So. What does each car need to bring? I said car instead of people as some cars will have more than one person....Also I think many of us may need some tips on whats needed for a snow trip.
- Food? We just taking care of ourselves I take it?
- Booze? Nuff said. I'll bring a bottle of grappa as I think we'll need it.
- Firewood? Winnie suggested a bag each. This gonna be enough? I will bring my bow saw aswell, not carrying a smelly chainsaw in my car.
- Snow chains? This definitely needed?
- Preparation for sleeping in the snow? Tips?
- Will my three burner gas cooktop be sufficient in the cold temps?
I think on a serious note some things need to be discussed, as we don't want someone getting hypothermia because of no experience in freezing temps. I could ruin a whole weekend for one and maybe for all if something were to happen.
Like a scout, or cub or whatever it is. I wanna "be prepared"...
A bag each should be enough...Rossco and I can bring some good night logs too.
I'm not taking snow chains but they could be needed and suggest people consider taking them. Those with snow chains will go first to pave the way.
I guess we should take care of food ourselves unless everyone wants to do a group cook up....Organised later on.
Everyone needs to ensure there is plenty of support under your bed to keep the cold out. I will be personally bringing a good quality sleeping bag with a dooner and a blanket. I will be sleeping in the car fully clothed, beanie, hoody, thermos and my fire mask and gloves...lol....... I know some of you don't like the idea of sleeping in the car in the snow but I have done this many of times in these conditions and will be fine.
I have thermos top and bottom, beanie, 17 thousand jumpers, singlets, gloves, etc.
On a serious note....Hypothermia can be an issue and first signs of it can be irrational behavior, difficulty in speaking, etc so keep an eye out for your fellow member and please ensure you come prepared.
Sounds like the regular forum members suffer from Hypothermia every night *LMAO*Quote:
Originally Posted by AB
Just what I was thinking......Quote:
Originally Posted by NissanGQ4.2
Cant we all just snuggle to keep warm?
Note that the low pressure single bottle cookers are next to useless in the snow. A little high pressure like a jet boil or something is a winner.
If we can grab a Hut we will be on a winner too.
Barrier between you and the snow.
Agree with the gas it really struggles... as for the hut how big do they get as it seems there are a few of us coming and I dont want someones feet in my face while I am trying to sleep???Quote:
Originally Posted by MudRunnerTD
My mate Jose came back weekend before last says he was fine in his sleeping bag??? Last year I was hot in mine??
what part of them do you want in your face cuddles?Quote:
Originally Posted by Bloodyaussie