Thanks to Gail for sharing her photos:
Gail's Photos
High Uintas Adventure Vacation, August 2009
Thanks to Jerry for sharing his photos:
http://cid-3820b447b93a85ca.skydrive.live.com/browse.aspx/Uintas%20Aug%2027-30
6.25.2009
Fremont Indian State Park Outdoor Adventure - June 26 - 28
Agenda for Trip:
Leave SLC at 3 pm Friday
Arrive at Fremont State Park at 6 pm.
Check in, set up camp. Explore the place.
Bring your own food for Friday night.
Eat dinner
Evening trail exploring, photography and a little R and R.
Star Gazing instead of a campfire. Incredible sky!!
7 am Saturday morning, Breakfast started. Freshly ground whole wheat pancakes w/ strawberry jam and whipped cream.
Make lunches.
Pack up bikes on car and head out to explore the paved bike trail along the Sevier River.
Eat lunch at destination: Big Rock Candy Mountain.
7+ mile bike trail - one way.
Explore trails in the area - including Lemonade Springs
Stop along the way and take photos.
Shuttle back to our cars or ride back on bike.
Sat. afternoon: explore the trails, check out Freemont Museum, Cove Fort and other nearby Indian Sites
4:30 Preparing dinner of Salmon, Mashed Potatoes, Fresh Spinach Salad straight from the garden, homemade Ice Cream
After dinner, when it's cooler, explore a more trails, photo opt, visit scenic areas nearby.
Later on: Campfire and more star gazing
Sunday morning: Eat breakfast, make lunch, break down camp
For those who want to hike more can do so.
I'll be heading out for SLC to get back to my church meetings before 1 pm.
5.12.2009
5.06.2009
June 11 - 14, Capitol Reef and Kodachrome Basin Hiking/Camping Trip
June 11 – 14, 2009
$75/person
Two Featured Hikes on this Trip:
Sulfer Creek and Willis Creek
Both are cool comfortable water hikes
Any adult who can hike 6 miles/day is qualified to do our featured hikes There are plenty of other hikes and activities to do if you prefer not to hike these trails.
Willis Creek
Sulfer Creek
Thursday, June 11
8 am: Meet at 7200 So. I-15 Park n Ride to carpool and leave SLC
11 am - 12 noon: Arrive at Capitol Reef National Park
12 - 1 pm: Set up at Fruita Campground in Capitol Reef Nat. Park
1 - 6 pm: Explore, hike, scenic drives, sight see, eat, sleep, etc.
6 - 7 pm: Dinner
7 - 9 pm: Sunset Hiking
Hikes this day include: Fremont River, Goosenecks, Sunset Point, Chimney Rock, Hickman Natural Bridge
List of Capitol Reef Hikes
Friday, June 12
7 - 9 am: Breakfast, Make lunches, break down camp
9 am - 1 pm: Hike Sulfer Creek, stop and eat lunch along the way
1 - 2 pm: Visitors Ctr at Capitol Reef, visit Torrey, sight see, any last minute hikes before leaving
2 - 6 pm: Travel “All American Hwy 12” to Boulder Mountain, up thru Dixie Nat. Forest, drop down to Boulder, over the Hogback, depending on the weather and the group we could Hike Upper Calf Creek Falls - 1 hour, continue on to Escalante, Cannonville, Kodachrome State Park where we’ll set up camp.
6 - 7 pm - Dinner
7 - 9 pm - Sunset Hiking, relax, explore, etc.
Sat., June 13
7 - 8 am - Breakfast and make lunches
8 - 9 am - Travel to Willis Creek
9 am - 5 pm - Explore and Hike mainly Willis Creek, Some may explore Sheep Creek and Bull Valley
6 - 7 pm: Dinner
7 - 9 pm - Sunset Hiking, relax, explore, etc.
Sunday, June 14
7 - 9 am - Breakfast, make lunches, break down camp
You are on your own at this point to either stick around or head for home.
Take the fast way home or hike, explore, drive home the scenic way, etc.
I attend an LDS church service in Cannonville from 10 – 11 am before heading home.
GETTING THERE:
Midvale, 7200 So. I-15
Midvale to Scipio: 111 miles, 1 hr. 40 minutes (9:30 am)
Scipio to Sigurd: 32 miles, 37 min. (10:15 am)
Sigurd to Torrey: 60 miles, 1 hr. 17 minutes (11:30 am)
Torrey is approx. 10 miles from our campsite at Capitol Reef National Park
MEETING PLACE THURSDAY MORNING, JUNE 11, 2009: 8 am: Meet in Parking Lot, 7200 South exit, just off I-15, WEST side of McDonalds Restaurant, EAST of I-15, far SOUTH end. McDonalds is practically next to the freeway on the East Side. NOTE: If you need to come down later, that’s fine.
COST INCLUDES: Eight delicious meals and snacks, camping accommodations for 3 nights, experienced guides, carpool assistance. We ask our hikers to help with meals and camp set up and break down.
5.04.2009
4.25.2009
Join us on our Maui Adventure Trip, October 2009!!
Check out my photos from last years trip! (October 2008)
http://picasaweb.google.com/smcgloch/Maui2008?feat=email#slideshow
http://picasaweb.google.com/smcgloch/Maui2008PartTwo?feat=email#slideshow
http://picasaweb.google.com/smcgloch/Maui2008PartThree?feat=email#slideshow
http://picasaweb.google.com/smcgloch/Maui2008?feat=email#slideshow
http://picasaweb.google.com/smcgloch/Maui2008PartTwo?feat=email#slideshow
http://picasaweb.google.com/smcgloch/Maui2008PartThree?feat=email#slideshow
Join us for our Capitol Reef Adventure Trip in June 2009!
Sheryl's Photos from June 2007 and 2008
http://picasaweb.google.com/smcgloch/CapitolReef?feat=email#slideshow
Gail's Photos:
http://cid-000ee81aacc7914d.skydrive.live.com/browse.aspx/Capitol%20Reef
http://picasaweb.google.com/smcgloch/CapitolReef?feat=email#slideshow
Gail's Photos:
http://cid-000ee81aacc7914d.skydrive.live.com/browse.aspx/Capitol%20Reef
4.17.2009
"Heart of England" Adventure Trip, was $2495, NOW just $1995 w/out airfare.
The Heart of England Trip
Walking in the Cotswolds
June 27 - July 6, 2009
This trip was originally priced at $2495 but has been reduced to $1995!
We're still booked in the same exquisite hotels and are enjoying the incredibly beautiful Cotswolds countryside. Nothing has changed in Oxford, Bath, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Windsor except the price!!
Join us on this incredible walking trip!!
Right now, the dollar is especially strong against the pound. That means our dollars go a long way in England. When my good friend and guide, Greg, was in England last April the dollar was worth only 50 cents. Today it's worth nearly 70 cents --a 35% jump!
Since he books all of our international trips months in advance and locks in prices in local currency, he is able to pass along special savings when currency fluctuations work in our favor.
URGENCY! To reserve your place on this trip you need to get a $250 deposit in to us by April 24, which is the end of next week.
Walking in the Cotswolds
June 27 - July 6, 2009
This trip was originally priced at $2495 but has been reduced to $1995!
We're still booked in the same exquisite hotels and are enjoying the incredibly beautiful Cotswolds countryside. Nothing has changed in Oxford, Bath, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Windsor except the price!!
Join us on this incredible walking trip!!
Right now, the dollar is especially strong against the pound. That means our dollars go a long way in England. When my good friend and guide, Greg, was in England last April the dollar was worth only 50 cents. Today it's worth nearly 70 cents --a 35% jump!
Since he books all of our international trips months in advance and locks in prices in local currency, he is able to pass along special savings when currency fluctuations work in our favor.
URGENCY! To reserve your place on this trip you need to get a $250 deposit in to us by April 24, which is the end of next week.
4.16.2009
Escalante Trip Itinerary: April 30 - May 3, 2009
Thursday:
Thursday, April 30, 8 am, Prepare to leave SLC
7:55 am: MEET AT 7200 So. Parking Lot, west of McDonalds, East of I-15, far South end of parking lot.
CALL ME, Sheryl, on my Cell when you are going thru Panguitch: 801-278-5313. So I know how close you are to Red Canyon.
1st Hike (12 noon-ish, Thursday) Red Canyon, http://www.zionnational-park.com/red-canyon-recreation.htm, http://www.zionnational-park.com/red-canyon-utah.htm,
To get there: Travel south on Interstate 15 past Beaver to UT 20. Head East on UT 20. Turn south on UT 89, travel thru Panguitch (don't speed thru Panguitch). Follow UT 89 south to UT 12 (All American Scenic Highway). Travel along UT 12 to Red Canyon. If you like, follow my car to Mossy Cave so you won't miss it along the road.
2nd Hike (2 pm-ish, Thursday) Mossy Cave Trail and Waterfall, Bryce Canyon National Park, http://www.americansouthwest.net/utah/bryce_canyon/mossy-cave-trail.html, http://www.zionnational-park.com/bryce-canyon-mossy.htm,
Arrive at Escalante State Park/Petrified Forest: 4- 5 pm, Set up camp, get ready for dinner. http://www.utah.com/stateparks/escalante.htm,
3rd Hike (before OR after dinner), Close to our campsite, enjoy the Petrified Forest Hike which takes you past large specimens of petrified wood and dinosaur fossils.
6 pm: Mexican Enchilada Dinner
7 pm: Campfire
8 pm - Discuss Friday’s Adventures around the campfire
Friday:
7 – 8:30 am: Campfire, Breakfast and help get lunches ready
8:30 – 4 pm:
Option #1: Hole in the Rock Road, Devil’s Garden, Peekaboo/Spooky Slot Canyons (weather permitting) Not everyone will be doing the slot canyons.
Slot Canyon info: http://www.utah.com/video/?place_id=6446&expand_menu=1&expand_video=1,
Option #2: (Those not spending all day at the slot canyons, 27 miles down Hole in the Rock Road:) Devil’s Garden, Hole in the Rock Road, Scenic All American Hwy 12, Calf Creek Falls Rec. Area, Indian Ruins at Anazazi State Park in Boulder, Drive along the Hog Back, Burr Trail near Boulder, incredible views overlooking Capitol Reef, etc., Hwy 12 Overview: http://www.utah.com/video/?place_id=6446,
6 pm: Italian Lasagna Dinner
7 pm: Campfire
8 pm - Discuss Saturday’s Adventures around the campfire
Saturday:
7 – 7:45 am: Campfire, Breakfast, Pack a lunch.
8 am: Leave for Calf Creek
8:30 – noon:
Hike Lower Calf Creek Falls: http://www.utah.com/hike/calf_creek.htm,
Faster, stronger hikers may want to do Upper Calf Creek Falls also: http://www.americansouthwest.net/utah/grand_staircase_escalante/upper_calf_creek.html,
OR just relax! You don’t have to get up early to hike. Feel free to sleep in, pack leisurely, visit the Escalante Visitors Center near Escalante State Park, explore the town of Escalante, Ride the Hogback to Boulder, soak your feet in the slickrock creek at Calf Creek Recreation Center. Everything in this area is SO spectacular and VERY different from Northern Utah!
12 noon to 12:30 pm: Eat Lunch at Calf Creek Waterfall OR when you get back from the waterfall at the picnic area near the Calf Creek Parking Lot.
12:30 - 1 pm – Head back to Escalante State Park, pack up all camping gear, briefly visit Escalante Visitor's Center (15 - 20 min.), Travel 40 miles west to Kodachrome Basin State Park, http://www.desertusa.com/kodut/du_kodut_vvc.html,
3 pmish – Arrive at Kodachrome Basin State Park, set up camp, hike and explore. My favorite hikes in the park:
Panorama Trail: 3-mile, round trip goes to the Ballerina Slipper. I REALLY like this hike and plan to do this one!
Big Bear Geyser/Cool Cave Trail: Medium 2-mile trail is an add-on to Panorama Trail.
Angel's Palace Trail: Easy, 1/2-mile trail to Angel's Palace. I also LOVE this one for a short quick hike. This is like Angel's Landing in Zion NP, but easier and not as high.
Eagle's View Trail: 3/4 mile each way to Eagle's View Overlook. Steep, eroded and exposed -- definitely worth the climb, but not an easy hike. (This hike was closed last year when we were there, due to erosion)
Shakespeare Arch Trail: Easy, 1/4-mile goes to Shakespeare Arch.
Grand Parade Trail: Moderate 1-mile trail.
4:30 - 5 pm: Chuck Wagon Dinner
5:30 ish - Panorama Trail (weather permitting) especially for the sunset photos.
8 pm - Relax around the campfire, moonlight hike if you like, etc.
Sunday:
7 – 9 am: Campfire, Breakfast, make your lunch, pack up
9 am – noon: Hike, explore, relax, pack up, leave for SLC
10 – 11 am: For those who want to attend an LDS Church Service in Cannonville.
12 Noon – Generally everyone is ready to head for home.
#1: The Fastest Route Home: Option #1: Same way we came: Hwy 12, Panquitch, Hwy 89, UT20, north on I-15 to SLC
#2: The Scenic Route Home (adds a little more time but not much) Hwy 12 to Hwy 89, Stay on Hwy 89 to Hwy 28 to Nephi, then I-15 north to SLC
#3 Travel the entire All American Scenic Byway: Highway 12. Go to Cannonville, head east on Highway 12, then south, passing, Escalante, Calf Creek Falls Area, Over the Hogback, Boulder, Dixie National Forest over looking Capitol Reef, Torrey, Bicknell, Salina, Scipio, then I-15 and home.
Arrive in SLC Sunday afternoon/evening: (give or take a few hours)
Thursday, April 30, 8 am, Prepare to leave SLC
7:55 am: MEET AT 7200 So. Parking Lot, west of McDonalds, East of I-15, far South end of parking lot.
CALL ME, Sheryl, on my Cell when you are going thru Panguitch: 801-278-5313. So I know how close you are to Red Canyon.
1st Hike (12 noon-ish, Thursday) Red Canyon, http://www.zionnational-park.com/red-canyon-recreation.htm, http://www.zionnational-park.com/red-canyon-utah.htm,
To get there: Travel south on Interstate 15 past Beaver to UT 20. Head East on UT 20. Turn south on UT 89, travel thru Panguitch (don't speed thru Panguitch). Follow UT 89 south to UT 12 (All American Scenic Highway). Travel along UT 12 to Red Canyon. If you like, follow my car to Mossy Cave so you won't miss it along the road.
2nd Hike (2 pm-ish, Thursday) Mossy Cave Trail and Waterfall, Bryce Canyon National Park, http://www.americansouthwest.net/utah/bryce_canyon/mossy-cave-trail.html, http://www.zionnational-park.com/bryce-canyon-mossy.htm,
Arrive at Escalante State Park/Petrified Forest: 4- 5 pm, Set up camp, get ready for dinner. http://www.utah.com/stateparks/escalante.htm,
3rd Hike (before OR after dinner), Close to our campsite, enjoy the Petrified Forest Hike which takes you past large specimens of petrified wood and dinosaur fossils.
6 pm: Mexican Enchilada Dinner
7 pm: Campfire
8 pm - Discuss Friday’s Adventures around the campfire
Friday:
7 – 8:30 am: Campfire, Breakfast and help get lunches ready
8:30 – 4 pm:
Option #1: Hole in the Rock Road, Devil’s Garden, Peekaboo/Spooky Slot Canyons (weather permitting) Not everyone will be doing the slot canyons.
Slot Canyon info: http://www.utah.com/video/?place_id=6446&expand_menu=1&expand_video=1,
Option #2: (Those not spending all day at the slot canyons, 27 miles down Hole in the Rock Road:) Devil’s Garden, Hole in the Rock Road, Scenic All American Hwy 12, Calf Creek Falls Rec. Area, Indian Ruins at Anazazi State Park in Boulder, Drive along the Hog Back, Burr Trail near Boulder, incredible views overlooking Capitol Reef, etc., Hwy 12 Overview: http://www.utah.com/video/?place_id=6446,
6 pm: Italian Lasagna Dinner
7 pm: Campfire
8 pm - Discuss Saturday’s Adventures around the campfire
Saturday:
7 – 7:45 am: Campfire, Breakfast, Pack a lunch.
8 am: Leave for Calf Creek
8:30 – noon:
Hike Lower Calf Creek Falls: http://www.utah.com/hike/calf_creek.htm,
Faster, stronger hikers may want to do Upper Calf Creek Falls also: http://www.americansouthwest.net/utah/grand_staircase_escalante/upper_calf_creek.html,
OR just relax! You don’t have to get up early to hike. Feel free to sleep in, pack leisurely, visit the Escalante Visitors Center near Escalante State Park, explore the town of Escalante, Ride the Hogback to Boulder, soak your feet in the slickrock creek at Calf Creek Recreation Center. Everything in this area is SO spectacular and VERY different from Northern Utah!
12 noon to 12:30 pm: Eat Lunch at Calf Creek Waterfall OR when you get back from the waterfall at the picnic area near the Calf Creek Parking Lot.
12:30 - 1 pm – Head back to Escalante State Park, pack up all camping gear, briefly visit Escalante Visitor's Center (15 - 20 min.), Travel 40 miles west to Kodachrome Basin State Park, http://www.desertusa.com/kodut/du_kodut_vvc.html,
3 pmish – Arrive at Kodachrome Basin State Park, set up camp, hike and explore. My favorite hikes in the park:
Panorama Trail: 3-mile, round trip goes to the Ballerina Slipper. I REALLY like this hike and plan to do this one!
Big Bear Geyser/Cool Cave Trail: Medium 2-mile trail is an add-on to Panorama Trail.
Angel's Palace Trail: Easy, 1/2-mile trail to Angel's Palace. I also LOVE this one for a short quick hike. This is like Angel's Landing in Zion NP, but easier and not as high.
Eagle's View Trail: 3/4 mile each way to Eagle's View Overlook. Steep, eroded and exposed -- definitely worth the climb, but not an easy hike. (This hike was closed last year when we were there, due to erosion)
Shakespeare Arch Trail: Easy, 1/4-mile goes to Shakespeare Arch.
Grand Parade Trail: Moderate 1-mile trail.
4:30 - 5 pm: Chuck Wagon Dinner
5:30 ish - Panorama Trail (weather permitting) especially for the sunset photos.
8 pm - Relax around the campfire, moonlight hike if you like, etc.
Sunday:
7 – 9 am: Campfire, Breakfast, make your lunch, pack up
9 am – noon: Hike, explore, relax, pack up, leave for SLC
10 – 11 am: For those who want to attend an LDS Church Service in Cannonville.
12 Noon – Generally everyone is ready to head for home.
#1: The Fastest Route Home: Option #1: Same way we came: Hwy 12, Panquitch, Hwy 89, UT20, north on I-15 to SLC
#2: The Scenic Route Home (adds a little more time but not much) Hwy 12 to Hwy 89, Stay on Hwy 89 to Hwy 28 to Nephi, then I-15 north to SLC
#3 Travel the entire All American Scenic Byway: Highway 12. Go to Cannonville, head east on Highway 12, then south, passing, Escalante, Calf Creek Falls Area, Over the Hogback, Boulder, Dixie National Forest over looking Capitol Reef, Torrey, Bicknell, Salina, Scipio, then I-15 and home.
Arrive in SLC Sunday afternoon/evening: (give or take a few hours)
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