Actually, I think that all participants SHOULD repay moneys as they are laid out. That anyone waited five months for repayment of funds is very generous (and not something I would have done).

Let's assume that the $600 (or whatever it works out to be) be paid back within 30 days to whoever fronts it. I don't think anyone will have an issue with that.

And conversely, if someone is in a position where they want to go but don't have the money now, just talk to me (or anyone) now: I would be happy to front the money for individuals who need assistance. I know asking for help is sometimes a difficult thing to do, but I am available and happy to do so!

Ok, that's more than fair.

BTW, $600 was for 5 sites. Are we getting that many this time? If so, it presents the same problem in Kings Canyon as it does in Yosemite (though, natch, much more easily solved) ... i.e., two separate transactions hoping for adjacent campsites.

But if the concept of pay within 30 days is generally accepted, I have no problem laying out the funds.


And sorry, but I did indeed get cranky when the wind was taken out of my sails. I'd been looking forward to Yosemite Swank Camp for a year.

That gets my vote. :D

So, are we completely shooting down the whole group site concept then?

I'll be sure to keep my lame ideas to myself from now on and just show up wherever and whenever I'm told to. ;)

On second thought, let us know where you're all going, and Ken and I will make our own reservations and then join you all for hikes and gatherings. Keeps it simpler. :) In fact, we'll be at the nearest KOA, since they have cushy grassy spots for tents. ;) :p

My choice isn't in the poll- the sporting goods department of the local Kmart :D

No, no. Kmart is lame-o. I suggest Big Lots or Wal-Mart. Much less tacky. ;)

But did you see the funny pics thread? There was a guy who had all kinds of fun at Kmart :D

Now, REI... that would be some awesome in-store campage. :snap:

It's got style.

So, scratch me and Ken at the nearest KOA. We'll be at the nearest REI.

Now, I just need to find a battery-operated campfire, since I'm sure they'd frown on open flame.

In no way do I mean this to be a part of any voting, decision-making, whatnot... but the whole idea of Yosemite has been in my brain since the last swanking which I had to miss out on. It's been a dream of my own, and though I would have been completely jealous, I was hoping to hear the tales of Yosemite (which has prompted my visions of Yellowstone in my near future... with a few things falling into place, it will happen this summer or the next..)

No matter what you guys do, I know you'll have an amazing time - it's how the LoT rolls. :)

I apologize for my two cents, but I just had to say it... at least out of total jealousy.

And why can't you go, blueerica?
Utah's not that far...
:)