OFFICIAL Kings Canyon Camp Swank Thread - Page 31

Kevy Baby · 04-29-2008, 08:44 AM

Lions and tigers and bears

katiesue · 04-29-2008, 08:55 AM

Oh my!

Morrigoon · 04-29-2008, 09:49 AM

Huh? Are we still talking just about housekeeping camp, or is the stove question about Swankamping?

At this point lots of people have stoves, but to be fair, you can get a 2-burner one for $20 at Walmart (Ozark Trail brand... the Coleman one is $40)

MouseWife · 04-29-2008, 09:58 AM

Hey Morri! Mostly talking about Kings Canyon but curious if anyone knows that about Housekeeping camp {I think a few here have stayed there}.

Eh, that isn't bad, and, that sounds like pretty much all we'd need, right?

NA, oh, true, we would only be there a couple of nights, if he can swing it. Contributing would have to be worked out, so, I hope he finds out for sure soon.

It sounds like we could fit in somewhere, we would have one car, and, I highly doubt anyone would join us.

It all sounds really interesting and I hopefully can let you guys know soon.

I'll remind him to check his calendar today.......

Thanks you guys!

MouseWife · 05-03-2008, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Morrigoon

.....you can get a 2-burner one for $20 at Walmart (Ozark Trail brand... the Coleman one is $40)

We did pick the Ozark one up at Wal-Mart. Thanks! I think it is pretty cool and actually, probably a very good thing to have in case of an emergency.

We also saw those fleece like sleeping bags, but, couldn't figure if they could be joined so we are just bringing our bedding.

Wonderful finds at REI!! I think I am going to hold off on a tent until I am sure I really want to 'camp'. I'll also know better if I can handle leaving my son as I've never left him for two nights and never quite a distance. We usually just go up to L.A. or the mountains for a night.

There are some issues going on so now I am concerned about overdoing the fun stuff Hubster and I have planned.

But I refuse to give up....it sounds like too much fun to not try to go.

Not Afraid · 04-29-2008, 09:53 AM

I think we have plenty of stoves if you're just going to join us for a few days.

2 cars per site, mo more than 6 people per site. Them's the rules of the campground. However, I don't think we will have any issues.

Capt Jack · 04-29-2008, 10:16 AM

and if youre really worried about the smell from the matress, just soap and water it down real good and air it before coming. shouldnt be an issue.

as far as joining, please do. the more the merrier

stoves: KS and I both have good two burner ones and I think KS just picked up a new one, so we'd be well set for cooking devices.

Morrigoon · 04-29-2008, 10:17 AM

Speaking of which, and of Walmart, they have a full-size camp bed (frame with air mattress top) for $83 right now.

MouseWife · 04-29-2008, 10:50 AM

Thanks for all of the info and making me feel welcome to jump on at this late date!! I am waiting for an e from the Hubster if his schedule can fit this in, he is in a camping mode...is it his visits to REI or what? LOL He used to do this all of the time before we met....

Bedding!! Thanks for that reminder!!!

Great idea about cleaning the mattress prior, would eliminate that fear!!

Are any kids coming? I doubt if my son would come, but, I will offer it up to him.

Well, I am off to a internet free zone~work. I'll come back after and hopefully know.

This is really exciting because we have never been to Kings Canyon.

Kevy Baby · 04-29-2008, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by MouseWife

Are any kids coming? I doubt if my son would come, but, I will offer it up to him.

I don't know if we ever officially declared it, but I know that last year's Camp Swank was adults only (as in that is how it ended up, not a beforehand declaration). Based on some of the proclivities (not just the appearance of the mythical BBD [which will NOT be happening this year]), it might be safer to keep it that way.

Personally, I wouldn't object to kiddies being around, but I will defer to others' opinions.

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MouseWife Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Da' Beach Posts: 2,957	Hey Morri! Mostly talking about Kings Canyon but curious if anyone knows that about Housekeeping camp {I think a few here have stayed there}. Eh, that isn't bad, and, that sounds like pretty much all we'd need, right? NA, oh, true, we would only be there a couple of nights, if he can swing it. Contributing would have to be worked out, so, I hope he finds out for sure soon. It sounds like we could fit in somewhere, we would have one car, and, I highly doubt anyone would join us. It all sounds really interesting and I hopefully can let you guys know soon. I'll remind him to check his calendar today....... Thanks you guys! __________________ Summa' time....when the livins' easy.........
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04-29-2008, 09:53 AM	#6
Not Afraid HI! Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 17,108	I think we have plenty of stoves if you're just going to join us for a few days. 2 cars per site, mo more than 6 people per site. Them's the rules of the campground. However, I don't think we will have any issues.
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04-29-2008, 10:16 AM	#7
Capt Jack check your head Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 4,174	and if youre really worried about the smell from the matress, just soap and water it down real good and air it before coming. shouldnt be an issue. as far as joining, please do. the more the merrier stoves: KS and I both have good two burner ones and I think KS just picked up a new one, so we'd be well set for cooking devices. __________________ a clear conscience is a sure sign of a fuzzy memory
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Morrigoon I throw stones at houses Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Location: Location Posts: 9,534	Speaking of which, and of Walmart, they have a full-size camp bed (frame with air mattress top) for $83 right now. __________________ http://bash.org/?top "It is useless for sheep to pass a resolution in favor of vegetarianism while wolves remain of a different opinion." -- William Randolph Inge
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04-29-2008, 10:50 AM	#9
MouseWife Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Da' Beach Posts: 2,957	Thanks for all of the info and making me feel welcome to jump on at this late date!! I am waiting for an e from the Hubster if his schedule can fit this in, he is in a camping mode...is it his visits to REI or what? LOL He used to do this all of the time before we met.... Bedding!! Thanks for that reminder!!! Great idea about cleaning the mattress prior, would eliminate that fear!! Are any kids coming? I doubt if my son would come, but, I will offer it up to him. Well, I am off to a internet free zone~work. I'll come back after and hopefully know. This is really exciting because we have never been to Kings Canyon. __________________ Summa' time....when the livins' easy.........
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