[Jaytrek57]

in reply to: Flags on the 48 Patches #49136

Frodo—

Can you put me down for 8 and bill me for 16 (donation).

There was 6 in our group and two in another that I would like to buy for them.

I’ll mark their arrival date on my new calendar….oh wait..that hasn’t been resolved yet.

What day is it again? 😮

[Jaytrek57]

in reply to: Flags on the 48 Patches #49124

Picking the photos is easy…all the ones with me in them. 😀

Just kidding.

I also agree that 9-11 should be left in somehow.

A calendar is a great idea. Countdown to the next event listed on the calendar as well? Could be a “cute” reminder.

[Jaytrek57]

in reply to: Still need confirmation (2003) #49155

Yeah…I saw one on Garfield as well. I remember thinking that was cool b/c I thought Greg was going to be taking care of his daughter that day.

Sounds/look like someone got it covered. Don’t know what is “officially” needed for confirmation…but I saw one at some point while on Lafayette.

[Jaytrek57]

in reply to: Peak count (2003) #49065

Peak Name: Mount Lafayette:
# of people in party: : 6
Short description of rigging and pole system: 2 5ft sections of 1 1/2 PVC, 5 foot 1/2 inch flag pole, duct tape, 3 guy lines and a whole lot of loving!
Any suggestion on improvements/changes for next year (optional):
Free beer. Just kidding…but not really. :beer:

I think a mid-year or perhaps summertime “gathering” to focus, get hyped up and hell just hang out would be cool. Also a pre-trip, next year, type of event would be great for all interested participants since it could be that Friday night.

A quasi-sign-up sheet listing all 48 for groups to carry for the following year? I am probably not saying this right, but, people you meet on the summits could, “tenatively”…(no guarntees) sign-up for the next year. At the very least you can get contact info (email).

Perhaps having one designated flag go to a different peak each year? It would be cool 48 years from now (well perhaps less) if it could be said, “This flag has stood on every 48 4,000 peak for this event.

Exuse the length of this post…I love logistics 😉

BTW…finally got the pics up..TYVM Greg.

[Jaytrek57]

in reply to: Trip Reports #49048

Hey everyone.

Trip Report from Lafayette.

First off…who ever was in charge of organizing the weather great job!

We started off eager and anxious. SilentCal and Grace stopped by at our campsite at the campground and it was our group’s first meeting with others who were participating and it was a definite pick-me up. Six of us said goodbye and good luck to our friends Jen and Aaron who were off to do South Twin. We saw the Lincoln crew in the parking lot and exchanged quick hellos and “Good Lucks” and started our way up the OBP.

The six of us took our time up the trail. Did not see many others going up. If you discount the camaraderie, laughs, fine views and time for reflection it was your average hike up.At Greenleaf we rested for a bit. Around 10:30am we started up the last stretch to Lafayette.

The whole time up we would look at other peaks and try to see if any flags had gone up. Although I have gone up Lafayette countless times I always get fooled with the way the trail winds and rock croppings , especially near the summit (probably b/c I’m anxious). Our whole group, b/c I guess of our excitement, just wanted to get there at that particular time in the hike. Then at a quick standing water break, we could just make out the flag over a bump on Lincoln. That’s all we needed. We made it to the summit and raised the flag proudly.

I know on other sites and perhaps here people bitch about crowds on the summits. Heck…I secretly do it myself sometimes. Lafayette was PACKED! From 12-2pm hundreds (I am not exaggerating) were on top. All we met said thank you, a great number took photos with the flag and a lot just simply touched the pole. We had laminated paper with the mission statement attached to our packs at the base of the pole which worked extremely well. Scores of people read it.

My friend Sean and I had it in our head to “boogie” across the ridgeline and say hello to the Lincoln crew. We are both glad we did. That crew rocked! After chatting for a while and a quick photo we headed back. On the way back, seeing the flag we had helped put up from a different perspective really was pretty cool.

At 2:10 the six of us circled up, had a moment for ourselves and proceeded to take down the pole and fold the flag. The trip back was…well…just like going up. I hope I am not premature but when I spoke to people, I would mention that Sep 11 is on a Saturday next year (Leap Year). I am not a betting man, but I would wager, based on the feedback I heard from others, this meaningful event will only grow.

It was a pleasure to meet others at the bar. I finally can put some names with faces. Frodo, SilentCal and others (sorry if I missed some.). Sorry we were a bit late. Our group broke the cardinal rule. Always go directly to the bar after a hike!! Although the beer we had at the campground tasted mighty good after a long hike as well.

Myself, Terri, Sean, Jennifer, Melissa, Robbie, Aaron and Jen would like to give special thanks to all who helped organize, in any fashion this great day.

My only question…when are the sign-ups for next year!

PS
I will post pictures to the album tomorrow.

[Jaytrek57]

in reply to: Day Hiking or Base Camping/Backpacking? #48974

the8re

btw your screen name is challenging to type for me for some reason.

Yeah…no problem. Well, as long as we can avoid the caretakers/rangers… whoever is in charge. Worse case…$8.00 pp. We have site 42. My wife and I and others plan on being there around 10:00pm Friday night. Have a friend Sean (and Jennifer) who will be there early. Just say, “Jay” and all will be cool. Wow..I’m a code word!

BTW..have put extra tents at Layfayette before without issue…cars might be so maybe plan on using the big lot.

Both nights (Fri/Sat)?/ We can trade war stories about our close encounters with the infamous Grizzlymama!!!

Keep me posted and sorry so long (time) in the response.

[Jaytrek57]

in reply to: Day Hiking or Base Camping/Backpacking? #48970

Basecamping at Lafayette campground.

BTW….very much looking forward to this. A little hard to concentrate at work today…keep thinking of mechanics of a flag pole (hey it’s my first time.

BTW Part II. Our group believes in the “Jello” principle…always room for one more…so if people want to pitch a tent we’ll make room.

[Jaytrek57]

in reply to: Mooseland Grill Tally #48927

Will be there around 6-7pm depending on the traffic coming down OBP. 🙄

There will be about 8 of us.

Can’t wait!!

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