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jcavenagh
02/09/2013 12:33PM
 
Bob - Did you get over 6 inches? We only got abiut an inch down here.
2 weeks out...
 
jcavenagh
02/04/2013 05:09PM
 
YES! Finally, a little snow! Let's have some fun!
 
SunCatcher
02/22/2013 09:09AM
 
quote bobbwca: "So far from this site besides myself it looks like the only other member attending will be Float Stanley! I will post some pictures after the event."


I think float is tuffer than you bob,he is a Canadian, and they already know how to handle the cold and snow...He doesnt even require a coat!


SunCatcher
 
bobbwca
02/21/2013 07:48PM
 
quote luft: "quote bobbwca: "Sounds good Jim!




My WBBB came in yesterday, trying to figure out UQ setup, and maybe sleeping pad for extra insulation. I should have it all figured out by then..... I checked the monthly forecast, and on average its mid 30's during the day and low 20's at night. Hopefully we will have snow again by then. Would make for better pictures!"




Did you get a UQ with your WBBB or are you trying to McGyver one?



If you are trying to McGyver one... check out this thread and this webpage that talk about using a sleeping bag as a UQ/pod."



I have a under quilt now, and some ccf. I ordered the Mambajamba tarp a few weeks ago, but it hasnt arrived yet....maybe it will come tomorrow. If not I have other tarps. I will sleep warm!
 
bobbwca
02/21/2013 07:51PM
 
So far from this site besides myself it looks like the only other member attending will be Float Stanley! I will post some pictures after the event.
 
MagicPaddler
02/22/2013 06:28AM
 
Bob
Hope you have a great time. I have a wedding to go to. I will try to make your next outing. Last year was a not to miss event.
MagicPaddler

 
jcavenagh
02/22/2013 10:04AM
 
How much snow did you get last night? We got 3 in down here. Out the door to catch a plane (I'm sure I'll be delayed)...have fune!
 
KevinL
02/04/2013 08:14PM
 
Its a possability but with a 4 1/2 hour drive I need to see what the weather is going to be that weekend. Sure would like to.
 
bobbwca
02/24/2013 12:44PM
 
7 of us braved the cold, 3 more came out to visit. We all had a great time! here's some pics.





















 
kanoes
02/24/2013 01:24PM
 
looks like fun! must have been fairly nice temps. thanks for the photos.
 
bobbwca
01/26/2013 08:44PM
 
quote jim cav: "Bob - You use a power splitter? jimc"


Yes I have use of a log splitter!
 
jcavenagh
02/20/2013 03:48PM
 
Boy, with the snow coming this is likely to be a really great winter camp! I really wish I could be there. post up photos & vids please
 
Papinator
12/31/2012 10:12PM
 
If for some reason I magically get called off work for the whole weekend, andwe're not still up in the BW, we'll try to make it :)
 
nojobro
12/31/2012 10:50AM
 
I'm not set up for doing this, but I hope you guys have a GREAT time!
 
toddhunter
12/31/2012 03:27PM
 
Nice invite. I don't think I can commit early but I could be a last minute newbie to winter camping. Used my hammock on the porch last year down to about 40.
 
bobbwca
02/07/2013 04:55PM
 
More snow today!
 
bobbwca
01/10/2013 09:40PM
 
Sounds good Jim!


My WBBB came in yesterday, trying to figure out UQ setup, and maybe sleeping pad for extra insulation. I should have it all figured out by then..... I checked the monthly forecast, and on average its mid 30's during the day and low 20's at night. Hopefully we will have snow again by then. Would make for better pictures!
 
jcavenagh
01/20/2013 11:45AM
 
bd - That's great! At this point, I think we have 4 + 1 maybe??
I doubt that we will be having bonechilling cold by late Feb, so there's that.
 
jcavenagh
01/16/2013 09:03AM
 
Bump, da bump...This is about 6 weeks out.
 
jcavenagh
01/11/2013 02:01PM
 
There will be plenty!! Come on down for the day! It's only an hour or so drive, right??
 
jcavenagh
02/13/2013 05:10PM
 
Shoot! I just got scheduled out of town over that weekend.
I'm out. >:-(
 
bobbwca
02/13/2013 08:25PM
 
quote jcavenagh: "Shoot! I just got scheduled out of town over that weekend.
I'm out. >:-("



Damm, that sucks Jim.


Anyways, I will set up a couple cots in the shed we have out there, with a couple heaters I have for ice fishing just in case anyone gets to cold the night of the campout and needs a warmer spot to sleep. The ten day forecast for the Friday night before is in the mid teens. That way if someone gets to uncomfortable we will have a bailout place for them to spend the night.
 
jcavenagh
01/29/2013 07:51PM
 
hit it!
 
luft
02/17/2013 09:46PM
 
quote bobbwca: "Sounds good Jim!



My WBBB came in yesterday, trying to figure out UQ setup, and maybe sleeping pad for extra insulation. I should have it all figured out by then..... I checked the monthly forecast, and on average its mid 30's during the day and low 20's at night. Hopefully we will have snow again by then. Would make for better pictures!"



Did you get a UQ with your WBBB or are you trying to McGyver one?


If you are trying to McGyver one... check out this thread and this webpage that talk about using a sleeping bag as a UQ/pod.
 
jcavenagh
01/22/2013 05:34PM
 
daily bump.
 
bobbwca
01/25/2013 03:50PM
 
quote HowardSprague: "Looks nice. Is that really the name of it - Lithuanian Park?"




Yes it's owned by the Rockford Lithuanian Club.
 
bobbwca
02/22/2013 11:53AM
 
We have about 3 inches. I think Paul was hoarding it all in Nebraska!
 
jcavenagh
01/21/2013 08:00PM
 
Hey, Bob - Could you post up directions to the park again?
Thanks.
 
jcavenagh
01/12/2013 05:42PM
 
We need at least 6 people just to eat the food I will cook! C'mon, are you in?
 
HowardSprague
02/18/2013 08:26AM
 
Wish I could, won't be able to.


viso gero
 
bobbwca
02/17/2013 08:11PM
 
I guess we have a major snowstorm coming later this week. I have a guy lined up to clear out the road in and out of the park so we can all get in there. Guess its time to do a head count if anyone from this site is attending? Let me know if your going to be there.
 
bobbwca
02/16/2013 10:19PM
 
One week away!
 
nojobro
01/10/2013 10:30PM
 
quote jcavenagh: "quote nojobro: "quote jcavenagh: "I'm prolly in for this... just gimme a date..."
February 23 and 24."

Dang! If only I could R E A D!!;)
Yup, I'm in!

Dutch oven or two will come along for this one! Barbeque ribs in the DO, and peach cobbler with heavy cream?? MMM, MMM, GOOD"

Can we just come down to eat? Heh.


 
jcavenagh
01/10/2013 05:43PM
 
quote nojobro: "quote jcavenagh: "I'm prolly in for this... just gimme a date..."
February 23 and 24."

Dang! If only I could R E A D!!;)
Yup, I'm in!

Dutch oven or two will come along for this one! Barbeque ribs in the DO, and peach cobbler with heavy cream?? MMM, MMM, GOOD


 
bigdriver
01/19/2013 06:39PM
 
Sounds good only a hour away.
 
jcavenagh
01/19/2013 06:25PM
 
Gee, I wonder if he is smarter than your AVERAGE bear?
 
jcavenagh
01/18/2013 03:44PM
 
C'mon out C42! It's only an hour or so from your house. We'll have a huge fire. If you use a tent, there is a lot of very nice ground for tent sites. Bob will be testing his new hammock winter gear, as will I. We'll have a great time.


This is basically a drive in campground area in Bob's private park. This is a perfect chance to try something new while having an easy bailout option if things go poorly.

Anyway, WHAT COULD POSSIBLY GO WRONG?
 
jcavenagh
01/18/2013 03:54PM
 
Hey, Bob! Is there going to be a trailer there, too?
Maybe post up a few photos of the camping area for those that haven't seen it??
 
Canoe42
01/18/2013 05:42PM
 
quote jcavenagh: "C'mon out C42! It's only an hour or so from your house. We'll have a huge fire. If you use a tent, there is a lot of very nice ground for tent sites. Bob will be testing his new hammock winter gear, as will I. We'll have a great time.

This is basically a drive in campground area in Bob's private park. This is a perfect chance to try something new while having an easy bailout option if things go poorly.

Anyway, WHAT COULD POSSIBLY GO WRONG?"




 
jcavenagh
01/18/2013 09:45AM
 
Anyone...anyone...Buhler....Buhler...
 
Canoe42
01/18/2013 11:23AM
 
Tempting, very tempting. Never winter camped before.
 
bobbwca
01/23/2013 06:13PM
 
Having a busy week. This is the address for the park. 6802 42nd st. Rockford,IL 61109. Use google map and it should take you to Cave DR. Turn left (East), and follow the gravel road through the gate. We will be camped where the gravel road ends (About 1/3 mile). Here are a couple pictures from last year.







 
jcavenagh
01/23/2013 06:08PM
 
Bob?? Where are you?
 
inspector13
01/23/2013 06:14PM
 

Bowling night rehab? : )



 
jcavenagh
12/31/2012 09:46AM
 
I'm prolly in for this... just gimme a date...
 
Canoe42
12/30/2012 08:23PM
 
Will you be in a tent, or a camper like last time : {
 
nojobro
12/31/2012 10:50AM
 
quote jcavenagh: "I'm prolly in for this... just gimme a date..."


February 23 and 24.
 
billconner
12/31/2012 10:50AM
 
Annual Troop campout at Warren Dunes.
 
Jackfish
12/30/2012 09:13PM
 
Hmmmm... now you have me checking my calendar. I'll get back to you.
 
bobbwca
12/30/2012 07:18PM
 
Anyone else want to give this a try?

I've always wanted to try winter camping so I am going to do it.
This is an invite for anyone else on this site to come try it too. This will be held at the same park as the Spring Wing night in Rockford, IL. I am out there many hours during the winter months and would like to stay overnight, so I am inviting any and all of you to come campout with me this winter! I have plenty of fire wood, no drinking water, (well is froze) two out houses, and that is about it. Lets do it!

Let me know if interested!
 
bobbwca
12/30/2012 08:32PM
 
LOL Dave, gonna try out my WBBB if it gets here. Ordered it Christmas morning at 3 am.
 
bobbwca
12/30/2012 08:37PM
 
Let me know which shoulder to pat you on!
 
jcavenagh
01/24/2013 04:56PM
 
Come on out, all you So WISC, No IL, and Estrn IA and Nw IND folks!
 
bobbwca
01/25/2013 02:26PM
 
I took a ride out there this morning. The wind was out of the WSW this morning 15-20 mph and the trees block it pretty good. Here are some pics after getting a 1/2 inch of snow last night.


















My nephew says he will come out and camp. I will get out there in a couple weeks and split the wood. Its only 4 weeks away!



 
HowardSprague
01/25/2013 03:25PM
 
Looks nice. Is that really the name of it - Lithuanian Park?
 
jim cav
01/26/2013 08:51AM
 
Bob - You use a power splitter? jimc
 
jcavenagh
02/11/2013 09:31PM
 
bump, bump
 
bobbwca
01/28/2013 09:53PM
 
Bump!

 
jcavenagh
02/28/2013 10:06AM
 
Looks like everyone had a great time. I'm sorry I was not able to go. That's 2 get togethers I've missed in the last few months. BUMMER.
 
bobbwca
02/12/2013 04:33AM
 
quote jcavenagh: "Bob - Did you get over 6 inches? We only got abiut an inch down here.
2 weeks out..."




Looks like its all melted now :(
 
Bonvicken
02/24/2013 11:32PM
 
quote HowardSprague: "Wish I could have joined you, if only for the Svyturys! :)"


Those Lithuanians can brew some beer!


Hey Bob, glad to see you got the fire going!
 
Canoe42
02/24/2013 10:24PM
 
Looks like a great time. I almost feel guilty sleeping under my down blanket in my king size bed. NOT.
 
HowardSprague
02/24/2013 09:25PM
 
Wish I could have joined you, if only for the Svyturys! :)
 
SunCatcher
02/24/2013 01:22PM
 
Great pics, nice fire and set up of the hammocks and tarps, get cold at all?? How did Float Stanley handle it?


SunCatcher
 
AndySG
02/24/2013 01:33PM
 
Thanks for the pics Bob. Looks like a good time. Did anyone sleep with Float for extra insulation?
 
billconner
02/24/2013 02:03PM
 
Looks like a great time. Sorry I couldn't join you - was with Boy Scout troop at Warren Dunes.
 
bobbwca
02/24/2013 07:16PM
 
I got a little cold, woke up with my sleeping bag laying on ground next to me. Once I was back in it I slept good the rest of the night. Temperature got down to mid teens with windchill in single digits. Float Stanley slept on the picnic table, he was all frosty in the morning!
 
butthead
02/24/2013 07:24PM
 
Stanly IS tough! Looks like a good time!


butthead
 
kanoes
02/24/2013 10:26PM
 
float is livin the life lately. bowling first, then winter camping. my "son" has been seeing it all.
 
jcavenagh
03/01/2013 12:15PM
 
quote kanoes: "float is livin the life lately. bowling first, then winter camping. my "son" has been seeing it all."
I'm not sure anyone really caught this, but I almost killed Float last summer. If he had not been crammed down under all the packs in my trunk, he would have likely sailed off into the woods somewhere along 105 and died a slow lingering death from exposure.
Whew!
 
AndySG
03/01/2013 12:34PM
 
quote kanoes: "float is livin the life lately. bowling first, then winter camping. my "son" has been seeing it all."
Don't forget about him sitting in with the band.

 
HowardSprague
03/01/2013 01:55PM
 
Float's got a sweet Tele!
 
Bonvicken
03/01/2013 04:27PM
 
quote HowardSprague: "Float's got a sweet Tele!"


+1! Not just a Tele, a Tele thinline! I need one of those!
 
kanoes
03/01/2013 04:29PM
 
quote AndySG: "quote kanoes: "float is livin the life lately. bowling first, then winter camping. my "son" has been seeing it all."
Don't forget about him sitting in with the band.
"

hahaha! i forgot about that moment!
 
bobbwca
02/02/2013 07:35PM
 
quote SunCatcher: "Hey Bob, had to decide between Aruba with the wife or winter camping with you? I wanted to go with you, but she thought I should go with her....sorry won't be there.
SunCatcher"



I am sure that was a tough choice Paul, not sure if you made the right decision or not....Only time will tell!


BTW we have snow here again, doubt there is any of that, in that place called Aruba!
 
jcavenagh
02/02/2013 04:23PM
 
3 weeks out
 
SunCatcher
02/02/2013 04:50PM
 
Hey Bob, had to decide between Aruba with the wife or winter camping with you? I wanted to go with you, but she thought I should go with her....sorry won't be there.
SunCatcher
 
billconner
02/02/2013 05:27PM
 
I am sorry this conflicts with a Scout camp at Warren Dunes but good up and down hiking trails and I need to do as much as possible. Best wishes.