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SCseagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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Apr 15, 2012 - 12:03pm PT
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I've been out to Todds once and I suspect just follow the crowds, but could someone post or PM me directions?
Thanks,
Susan
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hossjulia
Social climber
Eastside (of the Tetons)
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Apr 15, 2012 - 12:20pm PT
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oh boy oh boy oh boy, somebody hide my wallet, I feel a shopping spree coming on!
Nice job Sooze!
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susan peplow
climber
GordonFest Paypal: devansbike@earthlink.net
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 15, 2012 - 12:31pm PT
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Thanks Julia - yes please bring your wallet, cash & checks. Lots of brand new Gear for the auction & raffle.
The BIN is primarily a Book Sale with other nifty items tossed in to spice things up. Books new & used and lots of them. I'm also bringing my own collection of Climbing Rags (some R&I) for the BIN. Issues 94 to 178 or something like that for donation.
SCseagoat - addy & directions sent.
~Sooze
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Russ Walling
Gym climber
Poofter's Froth, Wyoming
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Apr 15, 2012 - 06:01pm PT
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Marty Lewis, the man who got Peter Croft to put pen to paper (The Good the Great and the Awesome) has donated a full range of guidebooks for the Buy It Now event. Come and get 'em over at the BIN table.
http://www.MaximusPress.com
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Apr 15, 2012 - 11:16pm PT
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Susan, SC seagoat, if you don't get directions email me or call me on the phone. Hey, are you guys staying at the same place we did before. I'll be there Friday night. Cheers and Hugs. It will be so awesome to see you both. Lynne
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susan peplow
climber
GordonFest Paypal: devansbike@earthlink.net
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 16, 2012 - 01:05am PT
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Big thanks to SteelMonkey for donating product as well as many many hours to the Fest. You can see more of his detailed work when you check out the tri-fold brochures at the Fest!
Thanks Greg!
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susan peplow
climber
GordonFest Paypal: devansbike@earthlink.net
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 16, 2012 - 02:01am PT
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The fest is really shaping up to be a grand event. So many people are coming from great distances to show their love for the Gordon's and join together with others that feel the same. A terrific display of our community - we should all be proud to be a part of such a wonderful group.
As many of you are planning on heading out early I wanted to pass along some requests from our Guest of Honor.
 New, old or future friends are welcome at Todd's house anytime from Friday morning to Sunday mid-day. Todd is taking Friday off work to prepare the Ranch. Helping hands welcome before and after the Fest for clean-up appreciated.
Drive slow in neighborhood, don't block driveways and don't scream and act like maniacs while walking to/out from the ranch. This is a residential neighborhood - please respect the neighbors.
Bring Beer - The kegs that the AAC are sponsoring will NOT last. In ALL previous Fests the beer had run dry long before the party ended. We've left late-comers, volunteers and even band members with no suds. So if you're wondering where you could kick in and what to bring.... the answer is BEER! There should be some coolers and ice so grab a sixer to two and head on up.
Please bring more women! Todd wants to see the ladies - he sees enough of the old dudes drinking beer and wants more women to attend. Great opportunity to bring your sister, cousin, wife, girlfriend or just a gal pal. Get 'em out here!
Kids can attend, but it's not really a kid party......adult drinking, some pot smoking, foul language, loud music, and not a lot of kids.
Please, no dogs. We all know that your dog (like ours) is an angel and not the problem but.............there is always problems and chances are your Fito was there. Todd has personally requested that you leave the pooch at home.
Cooking or prepping is to be done at your own rig or stove. There is plenty of space & outside water to cook and prepare your grub. The kitchen is off-limits for common use.
Utilize Port-a-Potties. The inside loo(s) are closed for public use. Clean potties are being delivered for when you need them. Guys and gals that still like to tinkle behind the bush - have at it. #2 or for the more civilized.......use the port-a-johns.
Don't steal
Stay and support the band! "The Eldo prancers and sport climbers, beefers and peeble-wrestlers that go to bed at 9 PM are pathetic" Party-goers should plan to stay until AT LEAST midnight to support the band and the gathering of the tribe.
NO UNDERAGE DRINKING. If and when the cops come, that is the ONLY thing they are looking for....not pot or too many people...but UNDERAGE DRINKING.
DON'T DRINK & DRIVE! Bring your bivy sack or sleep in your front seat but don't get behind the wheel and drive off if you're impaired. Todd has graciously offered to let whomever sleep at the house. He has multiple acres and plenty of space. Bring tent, bag or whatever and plan on staying if you're going to get blotto!
Most importantly - have FUN! Todd is so thankful and humbled by the response people have shown for this event, in his honor. Wear a smile, bring a few stories and have a great time!
Thanks everyone, looking forward to seeing you on Saturday!
~Sooze
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susan peplow
climber
GordonFest Paypal: devansbike@earthlink.net
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 16, 2012 - 11:33am PT
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Are you in need of a new backpack? It's bigger than a BootyRider™, larger than a day-pack - We've got a great Salmon Sky Uni-sex 25 liter backpack on the Silent Auction. View, Bid and Win on Saturday!
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Apr 16, 2012 - 01:04pm PT
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Craig;......Hidden Slab is on the Backside of Echo....solarium is over behind deep throat and right of Abstract Roller Disco......which do you want to go to.....I'm good for either......either place is fun........both have a bunch of routes of all abilities.....Hidden Slab is not in any guidebook.......Solarium probably has a few more climbs....both are great places...
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Apr 16, 2012 - 02:19pm PT
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Hidden Slab is the backside of Echo Rock;...Solarium is behind Deep Throat and right of Abstract Roller Disco....both are about a 10 min. walk from the Echo Rock Parking lot. Hidden Slab will get afternoon shade;...Solarium is in the sun most of the day. Solarium is in a couple of guidebooks...Hidden Slab in in no guidebooks. Solarium has more climbs. Both areas are fun;....we could go to both.....they are near each other...
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susan peplow
climber
GordonFest Paypal: devansbike@earthlink.net
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 17, 2012 - 12:22am PT
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Like me and STILL don't have a copy of the "new" Joshua Tree Routes & Bouldering" guide by Randy Vogel?
Stop by the BIN on your way to the FEST. Guidebooks at discount pricing! Get your copy 4/21/12!
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Apr 17, 2012 - 12:39am PT
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Why I love Todd. Just talked to him and yo dude pretty much convinced me to join in climbing on Sunday and leave the cleaning up til later. Told him I haven't climbed much in a year. And he said......
"Sure you can do that and this one and of course this one. You can hangdog the two hard ones. No problem."
What a Bro. Not many finer. Just may......Smiles, lynne
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Moof
Big Wall climber
Orygun
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Apr 17, 2012 - 09:39am PT
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I'm sure it is buried in one of these announcements somewhere, but heck if I can find it. Is there a paypal setup for chipping in?
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Brokedownclimber
Trad climber
Douglas, WY
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Apr 17, 2012 - 12:13pm PT
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I should be arriving sometime Friday afternoon and hope to find a campsite in the Park. I'll need directions again to Todd's, since I've only been there once a year ago. If someone would please send me a personal? I'll be at the group climbing on Sunday and will be available to climb on Monday; returning home Tuesday AM. Weather permitting, I'll be arriving at KTNP Friday afternoon; otherwise I'll drive and get there about the same time.
SCseagoat & Ferretlegger: do you want to climb on Monday?
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Russ Walling
Gym climber
Poofter's Froth, Wyoming
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Apr 17, 2012 - 12:17pm PT
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moof: look at susans post above yours:
paypal info is in her avatar box thingy....
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susan peplow
climber
GordonFest Paypal: devansbike@earthlink.net
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 17, 2012 - 12:40pm PT
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Okay, here is a cut/paste of some directions I sent to someone else. If you're not familiar with Josh then note that Park Blvd = Quail Springs. Park is listed downtown Joshua Tree at the stoplight (near Nomads), start heading what starts off as south towards the park and at some point changes to Quail Springs. You'll hit the turn offs a few miles up........... it also can be mapped on google unlike a lot of houses around there. But to be safe...........
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Todd's place is 9561 Star Lane in Joshua Tree.
Take Park Blvd aka Quail Springs towards the Park. Watch for Skyline - hang a right go up the dirt road which is kinda bumpy and pseudo washed out until you hit Star Lane - hang a left. At the very top of Star Lane is Todds.
Option 2 - you blow past Skyline, or don't see it. Take a right on Rincon (which is one street past Anaconda). Stay right don't deviate on any of those left hand streets although they look tempting, it winds around some for a while, thinking you've gone too far. Shitty road more bumpy dirt road until you hit Star Lane. Hang a left - up at the top of the street is Todd's house (on the left).
Cheers, see ya in a few days.
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Russ Walling
Gym climber
Poofter's Froth, Wyoming
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Apr 17, 2012 - 01:06pm PT
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To confuse you further:
from Park Blvd, AKA Quail Springs Rd. :
Right on Rincon, left on Via Rocosa, right on Hi View, left on Star Lane go straight until you hit the house.
Or: Right on Rincon, go a ways, then left on Star Lane until you crash into the house.
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Sioux Juan
Big Wall climber
Costa mesa
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Apr 17, 2012 - 01:32pm PT
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are we gonna have name tags ?
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