Saguaro Clean up

[1tuffxj]

Hey everyone, saturday May 20th. Any and everyone is invited... Any help with contacting the F.S. would be great... The more the marrier... Now lets all get out there and do our part to keep our land open...

Sorry guys it must be bumped agian... My good buddy Rick just reminded me that the 13th is the Payette Draw get together. So heres your advanced notice... Plenty of time to make excuses why we can't go..haha sorry that was just me being a smart arse.

[tyota]

your just tryin to get the day off aren't ya :D

[TRobertsRN]

My Willys is still in the shop. Will my 1/2 ton 4 wheel drive Avalanche (stock tires no lift with locking rear get to the clean up area? I have a trailer too.

[1tuffxj]

i'm sure...

[defibvt]

Hey, my 74 CJ5 isn't trail ready yet. My thought is to invite the guys and gals from Arizona Xterra Club to come out and help. We were there is last weekend and the place is a mess. Let me know if this cool.

[Hackle]

I have to be at the ASA4WDC Quarterly Meeting in Tucson on the 13th. Sorry as I would rather go to the clean up.
Jim F.

[tyota]

Hey, my 74 CJ5 isn't trail ready yet. My thought is to invite the guys and gals from Arizona Xterra Club to come out and help. We were there is last weekend and the place is a mess. Let me know if this cool.


my first thought, would be that would be awesome!!!

[SHNIPE]

Ive got the request for the day off put in. Ill be there :D

[defibvt]

my first thought, would be that would be awesome!!!

I will post it up on the Xterra board. Do you have a time to meet and a place yet?

[1tuffxj]

not sure on a time, place right inside the green gate....

[etropic]

May ? as in a month from now?

I'll be there...

04 rubi and trash bags?

I'm not going to be the one to tow the shot up pickup in that second big bowl area down in the wash !

[SHNIPE]

I will brign a roll or two of LARGE trash bags from here at work. Hey if they get pissed ill call em ecoterrorists :D

Things to bring:
Shovels
Rakes
Gloves
Bags
WATER + LIQUIDS
Lunch

[1tuffxj]

I'll bring as many rakes and shovels as possible.. As for towing out the pick-up Roger and Nick make a good recovery team...:rolleyes:

[etropic]

I'll bring as many rakes and shovels as possible.. As for towing out the pick-up Roger and Nick make a good recovery team...:rolleyes:

it's got a LOT of holes in it...

[defibvt]

Just post up or send a pm when you get the time so I can put up the complete info. They will be asking and I want to get all the info up when I post.

[macinyart]

This sounds great. I would suggest a stop at one of the Dollar stores to pick up some "trash claws" to make your life easier. Jason Scow at the Forest Service office in Mesa (480) 610-3300 may be able to provide bags if someone can stop by his office in east Mesa to pick them up. I also have a box of bags that the FS gave me and you can pick them up here in Fountain Hills if that is closer, just PM me. Jason also may be able to provide a boat to pick up the bags the next day if left on the shoreline. But these are at risk from animals. As an alternative the pickup and trailer is also good. You will be surprised at how much stuff is there. Believe me, I would love to come, but I will be in northeastern Wisconsin by the 20th of May. I have family obligations there at that time. This is great, I applaud you guys. There were only four adults there on the last cleanup in mid March on that rainy Sunday and we brought out about 20 garbage bags of stuff and a trailer full which accounted for about 3/4 of a dumpster load. If you are able to bring the junk out, there is a dumpster at the sign in point that you can use. I really wish I could help in person, but simply will not be here. I feel that I started something that someone else is going to complete. Go for it.

[SHNIPE]

Doesnt matter who started it or whos there. Just that its done. You were right to start it regardless of being there or not. Its up to us all to be the ones to get out there. The OHV community not the individuals. Thanks jack for gettin us wriled upand ready to go. Ill fill a bag for you or two :D

[defibvt]

I might be the only AZXC member their because a lot of our group is going to MOAB for the week to do offroading for a NISSAN event called Gone Moab.:(

[SHNIPE]

I ve got the day off so im good to go, I can grab a few shovels and rakes from work just to help provide for those that dont own any. I have bags as well. 4 rolls of large bags

May 20th. how early do we wanna start? anyone wanna run squeeze anything after? or just play in the coves and sycamore hills.

[joedokes28]

I would love to come out and help and I have a 5x8 flat bed trailer if needed.

[SHNIPE]

the more the better, but are you sure you can get up those hills in that stocker?? lol

[joedokes28]

I was planning on parking and riding with you.

I want a know it all jeeper with a fully built rig to show me what this hobby is all about http://www.virtualjeepclub.com/image.php?u=822&dateline=1145682115

[Jeeppeepin]

I'll be there.

[1tuffxj]

Anyone else planning on attending, I'll be bringing the whole famn damily, a boat and maybe a trailer.. I was thinking about a trail run afterwards, but there aint really trails out there....just a butt load of hill climbs....so I think we're going spend the rest of the day on the lake. Don't get me wrong, I probably will be playing around a bit.... :D

[ryan rich]

id like to come but im moving that day that cant be changed any chance on making the date the 21st though ill skip church and come clean up

[SHNIPE]

STill on for the 20th correct? just makin sure since some guys are saying that they were planning on doing some cleanin THIS saturday as well.

OH great someone bring plenty of spare TJ parts for Rachel :D

[SHNIPE]

I was thinking about a trail run afterwards, but there aint really trails out there....just a butt load of hill climbs....so I think we're going spend the rest of the day on the lake. Don't get me wrong, I probably will be playing around a bit.... :D

We could always swing across the beeline and run squeeze/upper sycamore.

[FrenchChili]

20th? I might be recuperating from another party:D

Well, so far the way my heep is, I won't trust it to make it out there. If I can get a ride then kool.

[SHNIPE]

Frenchy you know you always can snag a ride with me. If yorue bad luck for me and i break something ima gonna kick your ***! Plus that means we all have someone to take the pics for us.

[1tuffxj]

The 20th it is around 8:00am, does every one know were the green gate is?
Hope to see you all soon...

[FrenchChili]

Dennis, thanks for offering a ride! I can bring my bad luck with spare axle shafts if you're running a trail after the cleanup:D

[twstdtj]

Is my rig capable for this run?????????????????/

JK

Ill be there!!!

[hondastomper]

I'm planning on coming and bringing the MJ to help haul out trash. Hopefully I can get a few buddies to come help too. Is there a dumpster out at the parking lot where we can dump the bags at?

Cliff

[1tuffxj]

yeah, there's two I think..

btw does anyone have a headcount ? There's no more azvjc to calculate how many people are going to show up...

[tyota]

hmmmmmm..........you atleast us three will be their, we should make chris come with us

[1tuffxj]

I'm pretty sure they are going... that makes what 20?:rolleyes:

[tyota]

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they ?

[1tuffxj]

yeah we're playing on the boat after the clean up... don't skim the post...haha:D

[David C]

The 20th it is around 8:00am, does every one know were the green gate is?
Hope to see you all soon...

Count me in as tentative for now, but it looks like I can make this one. Here's a couple maps in case anyone needs them. PM me if you need further directions.

http://www.virtualjeepclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=5700&stc=1&d=1147792909

http://www.virtualjeepclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=5701&stc=1&d=1147792909

[swhalin]

Count me in.

Steve

[SHNIPE]

Nice work with the maps David. Why dont we get everyone thats going to PM or 1tuff with a definate so we know.

[FrenchChili]

I posted it in the calendar.

[1eagle]

I'll bring as many rakes and shovels as possible.. As for towing out the pick-up Roger and Nick make a good recovery team...:rolleyes:


Will a stock Dodge make it? I should be able to make it.

[1tuffxj]

yeah it should... hope to see ya out there...:cool:

[John_P]

My wife and I might be able to make it, IF the NHL Western Conference Finals are not on that day. We have tickets. :)

On second thought, I would strongly recommend starting earlier due to the heat. We are talking 100's, no?

Also do not forget sunscreen and a large brimmed hat.

[SHNIPE]

Ok so i wont be wheeling after cause of the condition of my jeep but i might ride with my friend in a stock LJ Rubi. I wont miss the cleanup regardless. Frenchy you still need a ride? You can roll with me and hop in a better made rig for a better run after? I have 5 rolls of large clear bags that im bringing and one rake and one shovel.

[macinyart]

It is great that you guys are doing this. Just a suggestion, there are some "trash claws" for sale at the various Dollar stores for about a buck. They make reaching into the brush a lot more fun and keeps your hands a bit farther from the snakes. I would call ahead to the store you plan to visit since inventory is not uniform in their system. Thanks again, keep up the good work. I wish I was in AZ to help, I'd be there for sure.

[1tuffxj]

thats a good idea, I'll start checking my local dollar stores.

[Jeeppeepin]

Bump for the thread!

C-ya all there. Might be a good night to camp too.

[FrenchChili]

Ok so i wont be wheeling after cause of the condition of my jeep but i might ride with my friend in a stock LJ Rubi. I wont miss the cleanup regardless. Frenchy you still need a ride? You can roll with me and hop in a better made rig for a better run after? I have 5 rolls of large clear bags that im bringing and one rake and one shovel.


Dorn, I wanted to ride it topless and unprotected.

Wait,,,I was talking about your Jeep:eek: If I can find a stock skid I can drive out there, that's no biggy...but if not I won't go farther than the gas station at 87 and Shea. If I can get a ride from there that'd be awesome. Is there enough space for me to bring a shovel and a rake???

ThanX again!

[tyota]

Dorn, I wanted to ride it topless and unprotected.

Wait,,,I was talking about your Jeep:eek: If I can find a stock skid I can drive out there, that's no biggy...but if not I won't go farther than the gas station at 87 and Shea. If I can get a ride from there that'd be awesome. Is there enough space for me to bring a shovel and a rake???

ThanX again!


frenchyfrenchfries
I got what you might need, you got a TJ??

[azcharlie]

I'll be able to help in the morningfor a few hours. I have a small trailer to help with the light stuff. What time are we getting this party started?

[tyota]

I'll be able to help in the morningfor a few hours. I have a small trailer to help with the light stuff. What time are we getting this party started?


I'm personally not sure of what time, but if you call the shop tomorrow and talk to richard he should be able to tell you, I'll tell him in the moring to post up if he already hasn't what time to meet

[SHNIPE]

frenchy posted it as 8am on the calender.

[John_P]

Can't make it, the Western Conference Finals start Friday night...Will be headed to Cali to watch the DUCKS romp the Oilers in game 1.

[Hackle]

I am planning on being there at about 8:00
Jim F.

[defibvt]

Unfortunately do to an unforseen circumstance I will not be able to make it. I look forward to the next one.

[1tuffxj]

see you all in the morn. i'll be at the green gate at 8:00am, leaving 12th street and dunlap at 7:00am if any one wants to follow?:D

[DsrtJeeper]

My wife and I might be able to make it, IF the NHL Western Conference Finals are not on that day. We have tickets. :)

On second thought, I would strongly recommend starting earlier due to the heat. We are talking 100's, no?

Also do not forget sunscreen and a large brimmed hat.

I'll be looking for you....:D




















j/k!!! :p

I'm bringing a truck. It may be small but it's mighty! :D

[defibvt]

sorry I cant make it.

[mtg1993]

Are any memebers bringing their children......I am on duty this weekend with the kids??????

[FrenchChili]

Unless I get a ride from my house I can't make it:rolleyes:

7th street & Union Hills

[DsrtJeeper]

Unless I get a ride from my house I can't make it:rolleyes:

7th street & Union Hills

I can pick you up. PM me your adress.

[FrenchChili]

PM sent!!!

[1tuffxj]

I'm bringing my kids

[DsrtJeeper]

Any pics? It was nice seeing everyone.

[FrenchChili]

At least we don't do this stuff in the city:eek:

http://www-personal.umich.edu/~sundholm/trash.jpg

[FrenchChili]

I thought I saw a washed-out carcasse in the trees but it was Dennis' Jeep:(

[Hackle]

I did not even bring a camera. I thoguht we did a good job and we had 18 people show up. Thank you to everyone that showed up to help. I will get the hours turned in so we get credit for the work we did.
It was nice seeing everyone and meeting new people.
Jim F.

[1tuffxj]

Thanks everyone for showing up,I had a great time (picking up trash :rolleyes: ) and I think we did our good deed for the week....


thanks again
Richard

[FrenchChili]

Does this mean our sins are forgiven:confused::D

Flashback: "Mommy mommy I swear I didn't mean to scratch the rock with my 1/4"thick skid plate!"












Ya the guilty ones know who they are:D

[SHNIPE]

I thought I saw a washed-out carcasse in the trees but it was Dennis' Jeep:(

I was gonna put up some wicked twisted and or mean joke about your jeep and its wheel that ran away, but im too nice and im jealous of your pink sombrero you wore yesterday.

I had a lot of fun cleaning... that sounds sick and retarded but i did! It was hot and i got half a tan. It was great to meet more of the club and have some laughs watching Eric and his 1 wheel drive truck trying to make hills he shouldnt have been trying to drive on. There are pics of the cleanup and playing on hills somewhere but i dotn remember who was taking them. Ill be down for the next but i think we need to start at 3am the next time. Gotta beat the heat!

Oh and of course it wouldnt be a normal day for me without carnage. I broke an upper shock mount on the rear driver and my TC linkage came all apart (thanks richard for gettin me back in 2wd so i could go h ome and sleep :D)

Jim thank you for making sure that the hours were accounted for and schooling us NEWBS in the whys and whats of OHV group cleanup hours and trail maintenance issues. My nephew was talking ALL DAY about your jeep. Now hes bugging me to get my jeep to look and work like yours. My wallet thanks you too :(

[1tuffxj]

PICS????

[Hackle]

Jim thank you for making sure that the hours were accounted for and schooling us NEWBS in the whys and whats of OHV group cleanup hours and trail maintenance issues. My nephew was talking ALL DAY about your jeep. Now hes bugging me to get my jeep to look and work like yours. My wallet thanks you too :(

Now that's funny I don't care who you are:D
Let your nephew know I have been building my rig for 12 years so he will have time to grow into doing all the work with you.
Jim F.

[swhalin]

Hi all,

It was great meeting everyone. Sorry it took so long to post some pics, but I was kidnapped by my very charming 5 month old granddaughter for the rest of the day yesterday. Didn't get too many shots of the actual clean-up since we were all working.

Bags of trash even before we hit the coves.

http://www.virtualjeepclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=5754&stc=1&d=1148239679

Nick didn't have to look far to find more.

http://www.virtualjeepclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=5755&stc=1&d=1148239679

Cove 1 Before

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After

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Caught Nick working... J/K The Performance Offroad guys closed shop and were out in force for the clean-up. That's dedication to the community. Thanks for the help!!

http://www.virtualjeepclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=5759&stc=1&d=1148239679

All work and no play..... Not a chance!!!

http://www.virtualjeepclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=5761&stc=1&d=1148239679
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[SHNIPE]

http://www.virtualjeepclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=5759&stc=1&d=1148239679

I KNEW someone stole my trash pickerupperthing!!!!! caught red handed! He stole it from a 13 year old too! haha JK Mike needed a good day of hard work for once.

Jim no doubt i told him about how long you have been wheeling but you know kids, they have NO concept of time or where money comes from. But yes hes been bugging me to teach him how to work on the jeep. Now that i have parts to replace hes gonna learn :D Hopefully ill have him ready to set the gears in my axles by the time my lazy butt goes and gets it out from behind nicks shop

[macinyart]

You guys rock, yes rock. I am excited about the enthusiasm you have shown. The only down side is that I was not there to share in the fun and pick up trash stuff. Hold these thoughts, we will have to do it all over again in the fall, or sooner.:)

[David C]

Great pics, swhalin! Thanks for posting them, nice to see you again. Was that a cleanup or a full blown trail run for fun? I actually had a blast, and I cleaned up the point that extends out between cove 1 and cove 2. That is a favorite spot of mine which has had bottles and cans littering it for as long as I have been going there. I fought with a small but vicious palo verde tree to get it all but I managed. Just before re-joining the rest of the group at cove 1, I took a minute to enjoy the best part about the point - a dive off the rock outcropping on the end into the lake. The water was perfect! But, I was working afterall, so I jumped out, and back in the Jeep and resumed some gnarley hill climbing... I mean, re-joined the group and headed for cove 2. That cove was a little crowded with campers and boaters and other fun-seekers, when all 18 of us came barrelling in and invaded with plastic bags and oversized salad tongs. It didn't take us long to scour the area and we were outta there as fast as we blew in. We were thorough, efficient and had a lot of fun, too!

I finally got to meet some members who I felt I knew already from reading their posts. Dennis 'shnipe', it was good to meet you and thanks for the CO2. I'll never go back to that little 12V compressor I've spent SO much time with. I'm interested in that tank, I'll PM you on that. And your rig didn't look all that bad for what it went through. Just don't smile goin down the highway, although, bugs are a good source of protein! Glad no one was hurt! Jim,Hackle, I gotta say nice rig! Those Dana 60's make my D35 look like a twig! Thanks, 1tuffxj for putting this one together. Nice to meet everyone today, thanks for the good time! :D