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HighDesertDJ
Trad climber
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Apr 18, 2014 - 08:18pm PT
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How much volunteer time is expected to get a campsite (in other words how much time will I actually get to climb if I go to this thing?)
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WBraun
climber
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Apr 18, 2014 - 08:23pm PT
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There's no time to climb for you.
You must work hard from sun up till sundown.
Then for dinner you get a thin gruel soup.
Then back to work scrubbing and mopping the valley floor all night to make it shiny and clean for the tourists ......
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Apr 18, 2014 - 08:37pm PT
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HDDJ, I think it's 1 day volunteer, 1 day off. But I could be wrong....
2 days camping to one working.
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jstan
climber
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Apr 18, 2014 - 08:58pm PT
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Email sent
9/20 -9/28
Two people.
PT is retiring!!!!!!!!
J
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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Apr 18, 2014 - 09:11pm PT
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HDDJ: How much volunteer time is expected to get a campsite (in other words how much time will I actually get to climb if I go to this thing?)
It is entirely on the honour system, unless there's a change from the practice of the last seven years. In exchange for free camping, people are expected to make a significant contribution to the well-being of Yosemite National Park - within their abilities and means, of course. Not everyone can be a Stakhanovite like Ken or jstan. Usually there's a bit of peer pressure, especially for those camping with other FaceLifters. And there are lots of different ways to help, not just picking up garbage, trail and habitat work, and so on.
My rough rule of thumb is that in exchange for the free camping, draw prizes, evening programs and lots of fun, participants ought to contribute at least a half day helping in some way for each day they're there. And helping can mean a lot of things - sometimes it can mean thoroughly cleaning up the parking area, trail to a climb, the climb, and the descent therefrom - and incidentally doing the climb. That is, if the area needs to be cleaned.
Of course, if you're naughty, we'll send you over to Werner for some re-education. :)
Also, if you're there for the FaceLift, especially for those staying in Camp 4, it's simple to extend your stay afterward, at the usual $5/night. No waiting in line.
jstan: delighted to hear that PT will be gracing us with her presence at the FaceLift. There's more than enough room for three people and gear in my car, coming up from Modesto.
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mouse from merced
Trad climber
The finger of fate, my friends, is fickle.
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Apr 18, 2014 - 09:45pm PT
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Anders, really good reference, but a little overhead for most.
"The Stakhanovite movement was named after Aleksei Stakhanov, who had mined 102 tons of coal in less than 6 hours (14 times his quota)."--WikiP
I will wait till after Comrade Mo is back in front of her "work station" to send in my request.
Murcy, thanks for that video recording, too.
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Apr 18, 2014 - 09:54pm PT
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I'll think I'll coordinate a Saturday night 'fest' for chow. Either FISH SuperTacos, or a meat-fest.
Lots of time to figure it out....
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Barbarian
climber
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Apr 19, 2014 - 01:48am PT
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Thanks to the wonderful Lucky Pink! Email sent with full names, arrival and departure dates, and preferences in descending order.
See you all there!
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Dr.Sprock
Boulder climber
I'm James Brown, Bi-atch!
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Apr 19, 2014 - 02:55am PT
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is the dumpster behind the Ahwahnee Notell Motel going to be available?
i don't wanna share with Chongo, dude doesen't use paper,
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justthemaid
climber
Jim Henson's Basement
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Apr 19, 2014 - 10:09am PT
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Thank you Mighty Hiker for that post. These are great guidelines and Anders put it much more eloquently that I would have.
PS: I say Give Bluey to Upper Pines. We could use a good barbeque-slave.
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Wade Icey
Trad climber
www.alohashirtrescue.com
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Apr 19, 2014 - 10:17am PT
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How much volunteer time is expected to get a campsite (in other words how much time will I actually get to climb if I go to this thing?)
let your conscience be your guidebook.
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Lollie
Social climber
I'm Lolli.
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Apr 19, 2014 - 12:49pm PT
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High Traverse, see you there! :-) 23-28th too.
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pocoloco1
Social climber
The Chihuahua Desert
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Apr 27, 2014 - 01:15pm PT
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bump
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nita
Social climber
chica de chico, I don't claim to be a daisy.
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Apr 27, 2014 - 01:38pm PT
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Poco...I hope you really show up this year...and bring that high school girl friend with you...Miss D.
edit: Looking forward to camping with you..(-;
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pocoloco1
Social climber
The Chihuahua Desert
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Apr 27, 2014 - 02:11pm PT
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I will be attending
As far as Miss D.... She likes her space... I understand....
Edit:
nita,bring ear plugs
I can't express how much i'm looking forward to Facelift
edit edit: all set for Telluride
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Fish Finder
Social climber
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Apr 27, 2014 - 02:22pm PT
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pocoloco1
you cry wolf every year
you owe it to yourself and us to show up
Let me know if I can assist in anyway
Best,Gregg
Edit:why am I craving hot salsa right now?LOL
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pocoloco1
Social climber
The Chihuahua Desert
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Apr 27, 2014 - 02:35pm PT
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Howl at the Moon!
FF I will be attending , I need a ride
Salsa, say the word and help is on the way...UPS
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Fish Finder
Social climber
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Apr 27, 2014 - 02:38pm PT
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suuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuweet
Looks like things are spicing up nicely
John , will be in touch soon regarding your travel plans
Awesome!
Edit: very cool to have donated all those cases over the years. Thanks!
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Lollie
Social climber
I'm Lolli.
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Apr 27, 2014 - 02:48pm PT
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Has anybody received confirmation yet? Should I worry?
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Fish Finder
Social climber
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Apr 27, 2014 - 02:50pm PT
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no
and no
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