Wednesday, March 21, 2012

May 18-20, 2012 Pismo Beach, CA

Trail Leader: None.

This is an NCLR gathering similar to the MORG @ Hollister. No trip leader. Each person is responsible for their action and need to abide by Oceano SVRA park rules and regulations: http://ohv.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=1215

Date/Time: May 18-20. Fri-Sun

Brief Trail Description:
Welcome to Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area (SVRA). Formerly Pismo Dunes SVRA, this sand dune complex is geologically unique and also provides an impressive playground for off-highway enthusiasts from throughout the United States. Oceano Dunes also offers visitors other recreational activities such as swimming, surfing, surf fishing, camping, and hiking: http://ohv.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=1207

Meeting Location: Eucalyptus Campground; look for me .I will be there in the morning.Directions to Oceano Dunes and Eucalyptus Campground: Use this address for your vehicle GPS: 100 Pier Ave, Oceano, CA. Or take: - North or South Interstate 101. - Take the Grand Avenue exit. - Turn right (heading west). - Approx 2 miles turn left on Pacific Coast Highway intersection - Approx 1 mile turn right on Pier Avenue intersection (light). - Aprox. ½ mile is the entrance to Oceano, SVRA (100 Pier Ave)

Here's an aerial view of this SVRA park: http://www.classiccalifornia.com/dunesmap.htm# As you can see in the aerial view, there's the "Pier Ave" ramp (100 Pier Ave); follow Pole 1, 2, 3.... Use the map provided to get the camp - after Pole 6 and before Pole 7 (Competition Hill), turn towards camp. Radio Requirements: CB 7 (FRS7 if you don't have a CB) Fees (yes);

Make your reservation: http://www.reserveamerica.com/ca/Oce...&;parkId=120065 Vehicle Requirements: Stock Land Rovers welcomed, but best with high clearance 4x4 vehicles. Air down to the recommend psi for your tires/vehicles while on the beach; for example, I'm running 255/85/16 KMs on my D2 - going down between 10-15 psi. Also make sure your vehicle is in working condition.

Required Safety Equipment: fire extinguisher and CB to call out for help Required Recovery Equipment: Strong recovery points (front and rear) Misc Equipment: shovel, first aid kit, repair tools (to suit your vehicle), tire gauge and tire pump. Weather Forecast and Trail Conditions: mostly sunny; windy highs in the 60s lows in the 40s at night.

Expected Trail conditions: Will check as we get closer to the date. Clothing Suggestions: warm weather but bring layers as it gets cold at night. Property Information Oceano SVRA Ranger Station 928 Pacific Blvd. Oceano CA 805-773-7170 Call 911 for emergencies Entrance to the Park 100 Pier Ave. Oceano, CA

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