Cabin Swank 2010 - Poll for Possible Dates

[Snowflake]

Cause it's never too early to start planning ;)

Oh, and here are the rates for Scenic Wonders (http://www.scenicwonders.com/rentals_scenicwonders.html) (might change in between now and the fall?) and keeping in mind May is more pricey than April. Of course there are other cabin ops, but Scenic Wonders was pretty swanky


Have at it! ;-)

[Deebs]

Oh my!

I'm in. Whenever it is, if Snowy's going, I'm in.

[~MS~]

Keep in mind that any dates after April eliminate the need to carry chains unless weather warrents. The park requires them thru April 30th.

[Betty]

You no likey the camping?

[Snowflake]

You no likey the camping?

I no got camping gear. Swank cabining is much more my style. :cool:

[Disneyphile]

We'd totally be in for this. I selected the end of April, which hopefully will coincide with post-NAB and post-Coachella trips.

Oh, and if an additional cabin would be needed, Strawberry Creek is literally right next door, not even a minute away, so we could still commune at Scenic Wonders without a problem.

[Deebs]

I no got camping gear. Swank cabining is much more my style. :cool:

I also no got camping gear. And the swank cabin looks fabulous.

[Capt Jack]

sorry friends, but I am of the mind that cabins do not = camping.

not that cabins are bad, but theyre generally not really for me. Im gonna hold out hope for the real deal in 2010.

[Prudence]

Not that I wouldn't go regardless (now that I know how the vacation requests work, planning this much in advance is A-double-plus good) but I still kind of like the idea of going some place different every year. I realize I haven't been to any of the prior swank camps, so they're all new places to me, but I'd prefer to do something next year that's not a repeat of sorts. Whether it's tent camping or cabin camping doesn't matter to me.

[innerSpaceman]

Nope. Not at the expense of Swank Camp. Each has its advantages. But one naturally precludes the other. If we like both, why not alternate years?

If so, next year would be a long-awaited Swank Camp. :cheers:

[Deebs]

sorry friends, but I am of the mind that cabins do not = camping.

Dude! You saw the views, right? You saw the bear? You saw the squirrel and the deer and heard about the hiking? All of that plus indoor plumbing, a real kitchen, a cozy fireplace and a comfy bed and you've got the best of both worlds. The Wii is just a bonus. ;)

That said,

Whether it's tent camping or cabin camping doesn't matter to me.

I have to agree with Prudence on this. If I must sleep in a tent, I must. But I hope somebody gots room for me (and Snowy) since we don't gots no gear. We can't sleep comfortably in my Volkswagen. And I really don't see a major purchase of camping gear in my future.

[JWBear]

...and a comfy bed...

Not really.

[Deebs]

Not really.

Blah, that sucks. I'm sorry, that must not have helped your developing sinus infection. But still, it would be comfier to me than a sleeping bag on the ground. And really, I can't say enough about how great it would be not to have to go outside to pee, in the dark, near bears.

[Not Afraid]

I'm not picky. I love going places and had a great time this year. I'm not sure why there can be only one trip. It seems we have enough interest to do a variety of things.

[Morrigoon]

If I can go, I'd love to go.

My only request would be not Easter or either of the immediately adjacent weekends, but since my attendance is always a question mark, I opted not to influence the official results by voting.

[wendybeth]

Just so ya'll know, we'll be bothering the Lashpair in Aussieland probably mid-April of next year. Swank camp may have to move a bit south.

[BDBopper]

I'm in.....for 2011

[Snowflake]

Well, I'm just tossing this out there. I'm still a Yosemite newbie and want to experience more than a drive by with people who love it, too. And, this would give me a whole year to get in better shape for some hiking, though not a 10 hour death defying one, at least not the first hike.


WB, Awes-tralia sounds fabulous for 2010. Hmmmmmmmm;)

[Kevy Baby]

Oh Goddess... let me recover from this year first

[Prudence]

I'm sure there's lots of energy and enthusiasm for smaller-gauge outings, and I would certainly encourage people to plan them. However, if we want to have one super-large LoT camping experience every year, I think I agree with iSm that it should alternate cabin/tent.

And I think we should plan the next one immediately so that I can complete my shopping in time. :evil:

[innerSpaceman]

And if it's likely we'd do Cabin Swank and Swank Camp in one year, may I ask where this year's Swank Camp is?





Uh-huh. Thought so. ;)

[Cadaverous Pallor]

I prefer one large event to two smaller ones.



That said - it's next to impossible to get me motivated to plan something this far in advance. With Coachella and MA that time of year I don't want to commit to anything until dates are solid.

[innerSpaceman]

I think Snowflake was merely funnin'. Or at least I hope so.


Ya know, 27 Lash Planning threads and all. :)





That said, I don't ever want to do Yosemite during official "winter" again. Too many good trails are closed. Those open can be treacherous. I would never have missed the Ice Steps of Death Adventure, but I've no desire to repeat it.

[Not Afraid]

And if it's likely we'd do Cabin Swank and Swank Camp in one year, may I ask where this year's Swank Camp is?



I don't know Steve, where is it?

[Morrigoon]

Well, I've been trying to plan a trip to McArthur-Burney Falls this year. I was hoping to do it earlier (like June-ish) but based on availability, I'm currently considering the weekend of September 11th.

I'd already planned to invite a few people to join me, so I'm perfectly cool with opening that up as a full on Swank Camp. Still, at that, it should get its own thread and not interfere with the cabin plans.

[Gemini Cricket]

People camp in Hawai'i.









Just saying.

:)

[lashbear]

Oh Goddess... let me recover from this year first
Not as young as we used to be... Hmmm? :p

Ya know, 27 Lash Planning threads and all. :)
only 27? We were supposed to have at least 30. :eek:

[innerSpaceman]

Is there beach camping in Hawaii? Volcano camping perhaps? Or is it all tropical jungle camping? How boring.

- - -

Before we embark on a full-out snarkfest, let me assert without any sarcasm whatsoever ... that I believe Cabin Swank and Swank Camp within the same season of prime Spring are mutually exclusive, as a practical matter.

And that's fine. I'm sure I'm not the only one who found cabin prep a welcome relief of workload from camp prep ... and that cabin work was plenty enuf, thanks.

Camping has certain pros and cons, cabin life likewise. I was simply suggesting we alternate ... because it's highly unlikely both will happen in a single season.


I'm also suggesting we needn't decide now. Donna's exhuberance is understandable, considering the circumstances. But I think planning next year's wilderness adventure is a tad premature.

[Not Afraid]

I'm sure I'm not the only one who found cabin prep a welcome relief of workload from camp prep ... and that cabin work was plenty enuf, thanks.

Well, I'm glad to know that all of the cabin prep you did - like all of those meals you made - was easy with your busy schedule.


I'm also suggesting we needn't decide now. Donna's exhuberance is understandable, considering the circumstances. But I think planning next year's wilderness adventure is a tad premature.

Well, don't you worry your pretty little head over the planning because shockingly, I think we have absolutely NO problem making plans without your input!

[Prudence]

I think we should go to Bryce Canyon, which has potential for both rustic cabin and actual camping.

[innerSpaceman]

Um, count to ten or something, Lisa.

Not that snarkiness doesn't suit you, but WTF.

[Alex]

And if it's likely we'd do Cabin Swank and Swank Camp in one year, may I ask where this year's Swank Camp is?

I'm going to be back at King's Canyon at the end of next month, pretty much where we were last year, and anybody who wants to come is more than welcome (this is an open invitation I've made pretty much everywhere).

I'll be there if I'm alone (I won't be, some people are staying at the inn and I know at least 2 other people will be camping with me). I'll be there if 45 people show up.

The caveat being that this is an event in my style:

I'm not planning (other than the weekend), I'm not entertaining (I'll be around and hike but I'm feeding myself and expect everybody else will fail to starve). Others can plan or not as they wish.

Very Alex Swank.

[Not Afraid]

Um, count to ten or something, Lisa.

Not that snarkiness doesn't suit you, but WTF.

Too bad that wasn't snark.

[Kevy Baby]

... that I believe Cabin Swank and Swank Camp within the same season of prime Spring are mutually exclusive, as a practical matter.I personally disagree. I would not be able to do both in the same year and would hate to have to choose between the two.

My vote is for a single excursion.

[Not Afraid]

I think camping excludes quite a few people, so having a couple of options at different times of the year would theoretically include everyone.

[innerSpaceman]

Cabin in the snow would be wonderful.

Way better chances at hot-tubbing in actual snowfall. If we start planning now, maybe everyone can actually have tire chains by next winter.

Oh, and ice-skating at Curry Village. Just sayin'

[BarTopDancer]

I think whatever is planned should be planned around the Duck's schedule that has yet to be released in case I can go.









Seriously, I won't commit to anything this far out because I have no idea if I'll be employed and have vacation time, etc...

[Prudence]

I still suggest Bryce Canyon. Real camping is available for those who like that sort of thing, and the lodge is available for those that don't. Plus, the hoodoos are nifty.

[DreadPirateRoberts]

I still suggest Bryce Canyon. Real camping is available for those who like that sort of thing, and the lodge is available for those that don't. Plus, the hoodoos are nifty.

That is a beautiful area.

[Alex]

Bryce Canyon would be very nice but would be a very full day's drive for LA people and more like a day and a half driving for any Northern California people (about 14 hours straight of driving).

For me that would have to be more time camping than just 2-3 days.

[Kevy Baby]

I think we should plan a camping trip to the Poconos.

In January.

[Snowflake]

How's this for a sylvan spot?

Metolius River (http://www.metoliusriverlodges.com/) near Bend, OR?

[Disneyphile]

Oh, wow. For that, I'd totally make the trip to Oregon!

[wendybeth]

How's this for a sylvan spot?

Metolius River (http://www.metoliusriverlodges.com/) near Bend, OR?


Pretty!!!! (And a lot closer to home.....)

[Cadaverous Pallor]

Ack! Old thread!!

At least I don't have to take part in any camping debates - we ain't goin nowhere in spring 2010. :)

[Prudence]

If I have my way, my spring camping adventure will be on a cruise ship. Because that's my kind of camping.

[Capt Jack]

bumping an old thread...........

is this idea a dead horse?

[Alex]

It's one thing to beat a dead horse. It's another thing completely to beat it in the balls.

[Capt Jack]

its a gelding. he doesnt care

[Capt Jack]

yup
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/fd/Deadhorse_Sign.JPG

[Snowflake]

I dunno.

I think I'm a dead horse with respect cabin swank this year. 6k left of debt reduction and I want to be done by Oct/Nov.

[MouseWife]

Yeah, where is this in the planning stage? Not?

If it happens, are there some who are considering doing Half Dome?

[Kevy Baby]

If it happens, are there some who are considering doing Half Dome?My plans are a little lower-key: I am only considering 3/16 Dome

[MouseWife]

That sounds good to me, Kevy. Actually, that sounds a bit more than I'd do about now.

[Disneyphile]

One of my fitness goals is to do Half Dome, but realistically, it'll be a couple years until I'm at that level yet.