WINTER CAMP TRIP TO SHEEPHOLE VALLEY WILDERNESS

Let's go explore a place that I had never even heard of until just recently. Sheephole Valley Wilderness has good reviews and is in the desert, so temperatures will be chilly but tolerable, which is good for us all.

I have yet to determine the current condition of the roads to the campsite off the highway, so to be safe off-road capable vehicles will be needed. For this reason the exact campsite will be disclosed at a later time.

This will be true dispersed camping/boondocking; no amenities provided (no toilets, running water, electricity, or trash service). We are going to have to bring everything in, and set it all up, then pack everything out when we are done, including all trash.

Weather will be APPROX. 50/60s day & in the 30/40s night.

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PLAN:
SATURDAY;
We will meet in Twentynine Palms at the STATER BROTHERS MARKET (71727 Twentynine Palms Highway, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277) around 12pm. Then head out as a group at 12.30p and I will lead the way to the campsite area, then once there we can set up our tents/living area and relax.

SUNDAY:
Exploration day, new area for me, so I was going to see what around. Anyone is welcome to join me, for this part you will need a 4x4 / High Clearance Vehicle for this just to be safe on those roads/trails.

MONDAY:
We will pack up/clean the campsite and head out whenever everyone is ready (you are welcome to leave earlier if needed).

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WHAT TO BRING:
Campers are responsible for bringing their own camping gear, food, water, tents, first aid, warm clothes, & supplies.

• WATER/ICE! Drinking & washing.(min. 1 gal/per person/per day)

• Food/Drinks.

• FIREWOOD / 1 bundle each (FIRES ARE ALLOWED! :) )

• Camping gear. Tent/CHAIR/Sleep Stuff/clothes/lantern/portable toilet/etc.
  (GENERAL CHECKLIST FOR EACH GROUP/CAMPER = https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vQOOQnk_Xs_BpdR8fMT8VrPQ8bY2E5XNjoF4T-b6VHXVmdcvIrIFTwVGJErs5OxDj1JH4-KWn3R5Wp6/pubhtml)

-ANY PROPANE device is acceptable, so if you have the means & extra space; bring it. (fire permit needed = www.preventwildfireca.org/permits)

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COST:
$5 per person (not per RSVP)
It would be free, but since MeetUp charges me a monthly service fee to be a host, I am just trying to break even; not make a profit off you like some of the other groups/hosts out there.

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RSVP & PAYMENT RULES:
The $5 payment is DUE at the time of your RSVP to CONFIRM your spot,
you can use the group VENMO account (@caliADV) or ZELLE (calicampingadventures@gmail.com).
If event is full, You will be moved off the list until your payment is made. NO SHOWS do not get a refund. Cancellations prior to the last week can receive a payment credit for a future trip (not refund).

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LEGAL
Minimum age for ALL Members and their guests is 18.
Sorry, no children.
Friendly dogs OK.
You can come for as long, or as short as you'd like.
You are responsible for yourself. By signing up for these events, you agree not to hold the Meetup organizers/leaders of California Camping Adventures responsible for whatever happens to you on these events. MeetUp and/or California Camping Adventures is NOT responsible for any possible losses, medical assistance, sickness, legal issues, vehicle issues, property damage, or injuries. Adventure Pass needed for most events.