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10-06-2015, 05:26 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Lemoore, CA
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FWIW
Louise -
I went to high school with Richard Garcia - of Garcia bear box fame.
I am afraid to say he has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer and is no longer able to be in his machine shop. I believe his son has taken over the production of the "cans" however.
Best
David Howe
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10-06-2015, 11:22 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: Atlanta
Posts: 745
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Hi Louise, I'm not set up with any kind of camping gear. What about maybe staying at a hotel at that KMEV Minden/tahoe airport, and just flying into M-45 each day? You guys know anything about that place? By the time I bought a bear cannister, and all the camping gear that I'd only use once, its just cheaper to stay in a hotel.
Sure is pretty country out there.  I envy you guys.
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10-06-2015, 11:35 AM
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Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: SF East Bay
Posts: 852
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Sadly, still building.
Some day.
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RV-8 with the Showplanes Fastback conversion
Emp completed except for glass work
Wings completed except for bottom skin and glass work
Fuselage underway
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10-14-2015, 05:01 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Dayton, Nevada --- A34
Posts: 1,464
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Quote:
Originally Posted by donaziza
Hi Louise, I'm not set up with any kind of camping gear. What about maybe staying at a hotel at that KMEV Minden/tahoe airport, and just flying into M-45 each day? You guys know anything about that place? By the time I bought a bear cannister, and all the camping gear that I'd only use once, its just cheaper to stay in a hotel.
Sure is pretty country out there.  I envy you guys.
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Sorry. I don't know about a hotel near KMEV, but I see no problem with flying in just for the day. There's a good chance that we'll fly down to KMEV for breakfast on Sunday morning.
Another option is renting the camping/bear equipment from a place like REI. There's an REI store in Reno.
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RV3B, NX13PL "Tsamsiyu" co-builder, TMXIO-320, test platform Legacy G3X/TruTrak avionics suite
RV-6 ?Mikey? (purchased flying) ? Garmin test platform (G3X Touch, GS28 autopilot servos, GTN650 GPS/Nav/Comm,
GNC255 Nav/Com, GA240 audio panel)
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10-16-2015, 04:08 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Ashland, OR
Posts: 2,574
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I'm going to try to join you guys
I think I can make it -- a few stars have to align but odds are good I'll be there.
Should I PM someone to make sure I'm in the head count?
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bought my old LS6-A back!! 
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10-16-2015, 05:11 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Dayton, NV
Posts: 12,256
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Quote:
Originally Posted by scsmith
I think I can make it -- a few stars have to align but odds are good I'll be there.
Should I PM someone to make sure I'm in the head count?
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I think seeign youhere gives us what we need for head-count....and hope the stars align so you can make it!
I took a recon flight up to Alpine today, just to make sure the various fire operations from this season left it in usable condition. All is well - the runway is in good shape, and it appears that the county has mowed down some grass so you can find the tail tie-downs off the edge of the pavement. They might even have sprung for some pavement striping - and the runway numbers look pretty new!
The camping area looked unchanged from last year, and I saw no large "Beware of bear" signs - so either they've relocated Yogi, or Yogi relocated the signs....
I know of at least one other couple (besides Steve Barnes) that are planning on driving up and camping (our Tundra partners, currently without an airplane), so we should have some ground mobility if it is needed this year. We're hoping for nice weather - then we want it to start snowing like crazy as soon as every gets safely home.
Paul
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10-16-2015, 08:11 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Wilsonville/Aurora KUAO Oregon
Posts: 746
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Maybe
Hi Louise and Paul,
I'm asking the boss (wife) for the Weekend off and watching the weather across the two states...(am I seeing a forecast for temps dropping to 33 at our camp? Burr.)
If all a go...will have an extra seat for a local...six AM Saturday ETD, weather permitting.
Now REI to buy a bear proof can...
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10-21-2015, 07:37 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Dayton, Nevada --- A34
Posts: 1,464
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Hump day!
Less than three days and the weather looks good! Similar to last year. Bit cold at night and wonderful daytime temps. The pasta feed on Saturday evening is still on, as far as I know, so you might let Steve and Pamela ( http://www.vansairforce.com/communit...=Alpine+county) know if you'll be joining in. We're just bringing "emergency rations" and snacks (and liquids). Sunday breakfast for those who wish will be at the Minden airport restaurant.
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RV3B, NX13PL "Tsamsiyu" co-builder, TMXIO-320, test platform Legacy G3X/TruTrak avionics suite
RV-6 ?Mikey? (purchased flying) ? Garmin test platform (G3X Touch, GS28 autopilot servos, GTN650 GPS/Nav/Comm,
GNC255 Nav/Com, GA240 audio panel)
RV8, N188PD "Valkyrie" (by marriage)
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10-21-2015, 07:39 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Dayton, Nevada --- A34
Posts: 1,464
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P.s. Consider bringing your hiking sticks!
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Louise Hose, Editor of The Homebuilder's Portal by KITPLANES
RV3B, NX13PL "Tsamsiyu" co-builder, TMXIO-320, test platform Legacy G3X/TruTrak avionics suite
RV-6 ?Mikey? (purchased flying) ? Garmin test platform (G3X Touch, GS28 autopilot servos, GTN650 GPS/Nav/Comm,
GNC255 Nav/Com, GA240 audio panel)
RV8, N188PD "Valkyrie" (by marriage)
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10-21-2015, 09:43 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Boise, ID
Posts: 1,007
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+1
I'll pop on down Saturday. ETA and whether I camp TBD as a sojourn to Schatt's Bakkery in Bishop must be worked in. Ergo, I'll bring my own vittles, but will happily lick the Barnes' pots for left overs. BTW, if you've never done Schatt's, you'll be overwhelmed; best bakery on the face of the Earth.
Use Dial-a-Ride for ground transport (bikes are available) BIH to town and return. Highly recommended as an adventurous alternative to a Minden cafe.
John Siebold
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