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Wayno
Big Wall climber
Seattle, WA
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I have my room booked and I found my passport. Beauty. The only other question is wine or beer or both?
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Big Mike
Trad climber
BC
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Duh.. ;) Bring it with you though, it ain't cheap up here :) you can buy canuck beer cheaper than we can!
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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I hope to be there, if not too busy picking berries, fighting off half-baked gondola proposals, removing graffiti, dodging bicycles, and climbing. What time?
Perry, did you get my message?
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Chief
climber
The NW edge of The Hudson Bay
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 5, 2012 - 01:53am PT
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Mighty, got you message.
Will call tomorrow or see you Saturday.
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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Hmm, the fire thing at least may not be "on" this weekend.
District of Squamish
September 6, 2012
For Immediate Release:
“Extreme” Fire Hazard Throughout the DOS and the Coastal Fire Zone
Hot, dry weather in combination with forecasted outflow winds and no rain expected in the near future has resulted in EXTREME fire hazard conditions throughout the District of Squamish and the Coastal Fire Zone.
A fire ban has not been issued at this time, but fires are restricted to private property and supervised campsites. Fires in campsites and on private property should be no greater than .5 meters in height/diameter and under the constant supervision of a competent adult with a water source readily available to extinguish the fire when required.
The public is advised to use caution when engaging in outdoor activities as once started fires have the potential to spread rapidly and can threaten property and life. The public is also reminded that smoking is not permitted on trails, in parks and other public outdoor areas. Anyone who violates or committees an offence under the District of Fire Service Bylaw can be liable on a summary conviction to a fine up to $10,000.
With many exciting events taking place this weekend (GranFondo, Brackendale Fall Fair etc.), the public is encouraged to call 911 immediately if they spot grass or bush fires or if there appears to be an abandoned campfire. Every fire situation is a race against time. Quick action by the public ensures emergency response teams can react swiftly and minimize the damage. With the current dry conditions, a carelessly tossed cigarette, sparks from a chainsaw or a hot exhaust pipe coming into contact with grass all have the potential to start a wildfire. The “Extreme” fire hazard rating demands extreme caution.
For BC Parks restrictions visit www.bcparks.ca and restriction for lands beyond the District of Squamish visit the BC Ministry of Forest and Range Forest Service, Wildfire Management Branch website at www.bcwildfire.ca. If you require more information, please contact Squamish Fire Rescue at 604-898-9666.
Sounds like there may be a full closure next week, if we don't get some rain.
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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It sounds like a gas-fired BBQ might be OK, although we'd probably want to ask, and have fire putting out equipment close by. A dragon might be helpful in that regard - we could use it for preventive purposes.
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Steve Grossman
Trad climber
Seattle, WA
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Just don't run over the hosers...while they are fully inflated!
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Wayno
Big Wall climber
Seattle, WA
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I'm on my way. Keep your eyes open for a goofy looking yank couple with a dog wandering around the park looking clueless.
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Big Mike
Trad climber
BC
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ya that narrows it down ;)
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Big Mike
Trad climber
BC
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The bikers are done! Things are back to normal here in squampton. Stoked for the party tonight! Weather is great! Come on down!
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thekidcormier
Gym climber
squamish, b.c.
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Jimb- are you still bringing the Q? Or should I bring mine, or should we each bring one?
Bk; how much for the blue aliens?
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Chief
climber
The NW edge of The Hudson Bay
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 8, 2012 - 08:20pm PT
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Heading for the Ledge now.
Small genny (very quiet Honda), weed whacker, pruning devices, rake and Coleman lantern for nocturnal frivolities.
Also ghetto blaster, freshly loaded up I Phone w/ Hendrix, Santana, Yes, Doobies, Cobham, RTF and other seventies classics.
Could be interesting.
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Big Mike
Trad climber
BC
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Par-tay! On the way there!
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Big Mike
Trad climber
BC
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Perry- Thanks for the great party! It was very cool to meet everyone. I love the climbing community. Everyone is so friendly! Tami you missed out! And no traffic! LIGHT!!!!
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Relic
Social climber
Vancouver, BC
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I left for Squamish from Van at 12:15 and got to the Chief just after 1:00. There was zero traffic and hardly anyone parked at the Chief even. Bouldered, splatted, limped around, whined, par-tayed, and drove back to Van on a ghost-town like highway. Easy pie.
It was nice to meet everyone. Thanks for hosting it Perry!
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Chief
climber
The NW edge of The Hudson Bay
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 9, 2012 - 04:30pm PT
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Well, we did it.
In spite of the short notice, minimal promotion, the Grand Fondo and prior commitments of invited alumni (Tami especially), approximately thirty people showed up for the (first annual?) Psyche Ledge Rendezvous.
(Regrets and best wishes were sent by Robin Barley, Kevin McLane, Scott Flavelle, Dick Mitten and Dave Lane to name a few.)
Jim showed up early, helped with preparations and provided enough baked sockeye salmon to go around.
The Bear made a brief appearance but couldn't handle the bugs (or so he said) and vanished.
Big Jim validated the whole affair with his presence, brought lawn chairs, shared his smokes and provided much needed historical perspective.
Wayno made the trip up from Seattle with wife and dog and along with a couple visting lads from south of the line, made sure the Americans were well represented.
Mighty provided avuncular oversight and moral compass.
Senator Howe showed up once things were underway and dignified the proceedings as only he can.
Big Mike, Relic, Luke and friends introduced some of Squamish's new generation to the old and now they have their own Psyche Ledge stories and personal connections.
Everybody stayed tied in on The Ledge, behaved well and left the place tidy. Most agreed Psyche Ledge is deserving of recognition as historically significant and important to Squamish climbing culture.
Interpretive signage, a covered picnic table and an annual rendezvous will be discussed with BC Parks.
Thanks to everyone who showed up, helped out and made this a worthwhile and rewarding effort.
(Everyone else is LIGHT!)
See you next year?
PB
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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Thanks, Perry, for the idea and the organizing, and to Jim for the great salmon! Hopefully we can have a regular event there.
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Scrubber
climber
Straight outta Squampton
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Sep 10, 2012 - 12:30am PT
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That was a lot of fun. It was great to finally shake hands with some of the names I've seen here and on squamishclimbing.com. Sorry I had to leave early, parental obligations... I vote for a bi-annual event signalling the dawn and dusk of each climbing season. Hopefully lots more of you can make it next time.
It would be great to have that little patch of old pavement recognized officially for it's significance to Squamish's climbing history. I'm behind you 100% on that initiative Perry.
Kris
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Relic
Social climber
Vancouver, BC
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Sep 10, 2012 - 06:50pm PT
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In the group shot of Jim B's above you have from left to right Big Jim Sinclair, myself, TheSoloClimber aka. NFR, Dean, and our gracious host Perry Beckham. While there were no chainsaw attacks, or hallucination inducing tabs being shared, some of us managed a bevie or eight. A possible drunk dialing attempt was thwarted in the bud by a concerned adult. You're lucky Tami... HarhHar snicker.
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Reilly
Mountain climber
The Other Monrovia- CA
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Sep 10, 2012 - 06:59pm PT
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Man, if that's what y'all call a 'ledge' then your collective accomplishments
are all the more impressive!
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