Wales Camping Trip 4 - 31st August /1st September
14 August 2002, 10:44 PM
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Just got back after 13.5 hours and 400-odd miles of reccy (and CharlieWhisky still has to get home 
).
It is looking very good - and perhaps the most important thing is that there are sufficient Shell Optimax garages to complete the whole route (unless you drive like Mellow that is
). Wales seems to have sussed out the need for the volatile nectar!!!
Tha camp site folks were pleased to see us coming back again - but that could be something to do with their bar takings quadrupling last year
Not long to go
mb
).It is looking very good - and perhaps the most important thing is that there are sufficient Shell Optimax garages to complete the whole route (unless you drive like Mellow that is
). Wales seems to have sussed out the need for the volatile nectar!!!Tha camp site folks were pleased to see us coming back again - but that could be something to do with their bar takings quadrupling last year
Not long to go
mb
14 August 2002, 11:33 PM
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Yep, just got in myself, absolutely knackered despite only have driven from here to Sutton Coldfield & back.
You will be glad to know it is nowhere near as long as WCT3 but still enough to be fun with a wide variety of different types of road.
We still have a couple of details to sort about the end of Day2 but this should not be a problem in the next week or so.
We currently have the top field to ourselves
I must get myself one of these handheld machines
'chelle, you are right, it is very difficult to type whislt being thrown around in a Scooby 
You will be glad to know it is nowhere near as long as WCT3 but still enough to be fun with a wide variety of different types of road.
We still have a couple of details to sort about the end of Day2 but this should not be a problem in the next week or so.
We currently have the top field to ourselves
I must get myself one of these handheld machines
'chelle, you are right, it is very difficult to type whislt being thrown around in a Scooby
15 August 2002, 10:04 AM
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'chelle: You can fill up with Esso at the start and there is that Texaco place we used last year a few miles north of the campsite
Should be no prob!
I will advise on fuel stops before the day, depending on what people use
Should be no prob!
I will advise on fuel stops before the day, depending on what people use
15 August 2002, 12:10 PM
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I thought I'd leave that one for you
I don't think you where there on WCT3 when we did the Saturday/Sunday morning fuel runs. It's not a bad little run and the Texaco garage has a wee cafe, very useful!
I don't think you where there on WCT3 when we did the Saturday/Sunday morning fuel runs. It's not a bad little run and the Texaco garage has a wee cafe, very useful!
15 August 2002, 01:15 PM
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I don't think you got there till late on Saturday (we were half pished by the time you turned up)
Sunday, well, less said about that the better
I'm quite sure they are banned! Anyway who wants all that hassle when you can drink/eat/bowl & build things out of Lego
Sunday, well, less said about that the better
I'm thinking BBQ on Saturday night
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For any "WCT virgins", see the below advice from the first ever camping trip (in 2000), courtesy of jase cooper.
---Quote---
Right just a few hints & tips...
Packing - Put food on the bottom (you'll need other items first)
Backpack, daypack, and/or fanny pack
Bags - Tent bag, grocery bags, etc.
Cardboard boxes if needed
Ice Chests
ICE!
5 gallon bucket or similar container
Large (18-30 gal) Rubbermaid(tm) container for food storage
Lighting - Check batteries!
Maglight - The larger, the better
Gas lantern (and/or electric)
BIC lighter
Matches (preferably water proof)
Spare batteries and bulbs
Spare lantern fuel and mantles
Solar Panel
Shelter/Bedding
Sleeping bag
Space Blanket
Ground Cloth - Tarp for big tents
Floor Mats (use at tent entrance)
Mattress or pad - Inflator for air mattress
Pillow
Tent
Camp axe or hammer to pound tent stakes
Shade Canopy & Rope & Stakes
Medical
Sunscreen
Bug Repellent - Spray, Citronella Candle, etc.
Tylenol, Advil, Aspirin, Naproxin
Tums
Antibiotics creams
Tweezers for splinters & ticks
Antiseptic, bandaids and bandages
First Aid Kit (may include all the above items)
Benadryl Sinus Tablets
Allergy Eye drops
Pocket Tissues
Campho-phenique (good for minor burns, cuts, scrapes and many use it on poison ivy)
Moist Towelettes (for cleaning wounds and early uses on poison ivy)
Cleaning & Personal Items
Bar soap
Washcloth
Shampoo
Toothpaste & toothbrush
Comb/hair brush/clips/bands
Make-up bag
Razor & shaving cream
Towel
Toilet Paper
Whisk broom to clean table and tent site
Deodorant
Miscellaneous
Small shovel
Swiss Army knife
Compass and Map
Fishing pole and gear (+ license & bait!)
Duct tape and/or electrical tape
Safety pins
Cellular phone w/extra battery and car adapter
Two way radio(s) (ham, CB, Family)
Camera w/good battery and extra film
Camcorder w/good battery and extra tapes
Radio and/or TV
Books , cards, games, toys, Bible, etc.
MONEY, credit card, ID
Pocket Tool
Guitar/Harmonicas/Other musical instrument(s)
Bike/Seats/Helmets
Binoculars
Whistles
Chairs
Travel Clock
Clothesline and Clothespins
Basic tools (screwdrivers, pliers, etc.)
Copper pipe pieces for the campfire See note
Rope or String
Canoe or boat
Life jackets
Piece of carpeting (fake grass) for tent or RV entranceway
Clothing
Hat
Bandanna
Jacket - As weather dictates; Eskimo style, mackintosh, windbreaker, etc.
Poncho - Doubles as emergency tent/lean-to
Pants/Overalls, with belt
Underwear - 2
Shirt - 2 or 3 (one light, one flannel)
Shoes, shower shoes, HIKING BOOTS
Socks - 2 pair
Work gloves & warm mittens/gloves
Swim suit
PJ's
Sunglasses
Cooking
Stove with fuel & lighter
Newspapers for lighting a campfire
Firestarter sticks (wax/sawdust things from the grocery store)
Firewood
Charcoal or wood & Grill for BBQ
Frying Pan - Nonstick w/plastic spatula is nice
Cooking skewers (for hot dogs, s'mores, etc.)
Pot or sauce pan - Big enough to cook noodles for all; With lid
Can opener - If you have canned goods
Thermos
Tongs
Coffee maker & filters
Pot lifter and/or pot holders
Tablecloth
Stew Pot
Sandwich maker (type you put in fire)
Dishes
Reusable
Plate - Partition tray/plate is nice
Collapsable camping/hiking cup
Alladin travel mug
Kitchen knife - Nice to have; in general, carry a pocket knife
Small mixing bowl
Knife, Fork, Spoon, Spatula
Scrub Pad
Dish Pan
Tupperware (for leftovers)
Consumables
Paper towels & napkins
Trash bags
Paper plates, cups, bowls, etc.
Plastic knives, forks, spoons
Ziplock Bags
Aluminum Foil
Dish soap
Water
At least 1/2 gallon per person/day -- Water filter if relying on natural water sources
Water bottle, to carry while hiking
Food & Drink
Pancake Mix - Krusteaze, 1/2 cup per person per day (need large skillet)
Cooking Oil - About 1 oz per person per day or Pam Spray
Syrup - About 2 oz per person per day
Butter - 1/2 stick per person per day
Malt-o-meal, or Cream of...{wheat, rice, ...}
Oatmeal - Instant single serving packs
Potatoes - 1-2 per person per day -- freeze dried if packing
Bacon - 2 slices per person per day
Eggs - 1-2 per person per day, fresh or powdered
Noodles - Spaghetti, Angel Hair, Ramen, or shells
Spaghetti Sauce - In jars or dehydrated
Parmesan cheese
Bouillon cubes - Chicken & Vegetable
Rice packages
Soup/Chili - mix or cans
Tuna - Don't forget Mayo, pickles, and onions
Onions, lemons, mushrooms, Tomatoes
Bread - One or two loaves per day if camping with a small group
Dry condiments - Salt, Pepper, Spices, Sugar
Catsup
Mustard
Mayo - Small jar or squeeze bottle
Cheese - Cheddar, swiss, American
Fruit - Small fruit cups or fresh fruit
Veggies - carrot/celery sticks daily
Taco Stuff - (Meat, seasoning package, olives, lettuce, tortillas, buns)
Cocoa, Coffee, & Teas (don't forget SUGAR!)
Marshmallows, Graham Crackers & Hershey Bars (S'mores)
Peanut Butter & Jelly
Deli meat slices: Turkey, Ham, Salami
Hot dogs & buns
Milk, juice, soft drinks, Ice Tea, Lemon Ade, Kool-Aid
Vienna Sausages
Snacks
Hamburgers & Buns
Steak
Ham
Corn on Cob
Cereal
Nutri Grain Bars/Granola Bars
Fixin's for stew (some of the items are above)
Beer
Jiffy Pop or Regular popcorn
Popcorn oil
oil
Squeeze butter or margarine
While this list is far from complete, it may be too complete for some...
jase.
---EndQuote---
[Edited due to quote formatting (or rather, the absence of it!)]
[Edited by boomer - 8/15/2002 8:06:06 PM]
---Quote---
Right just a few hints & tips...
Packing - Put food on the bottom (you'll need other items first)
Backpack, daypack, and/or fanny pack
Bags - Tent bag, grocery bags, etc.
Cardboard boxes if needed
Ice Chests
ICE!
5 gallon bucket or similar container
Large (18-30 gal) Rubbermaid(tm) container for food storage
Lighting - Check batteries!
Maglight - The larger, the better
Gas lantern (and/or electric)
BIC lighter
Matches (preferably water proof)
Spare batteries and bulbs
Spare lantern fuel and mantles
Solar Panel
Shelter/Bedding
Sleeping bag
Space Blanket
Ground Cloth - Tarp for big tents
Floor Mats (use at tent entrance)
Mattress or pad - Inflator for air mattress
Pillow
Tent
Camp axe or hammer to pound tent stakes
Shade Canopy & Rope & Stakes
Medical
Sunscreen
Bug Repellent - Spray, Citronella Candle, etc.
Tylenol, Advil, Aspirin, Naproxin
Tums
Antibiotics creams
Tweezers for splinters & ticks
Antiseptic, bandaids and bandages
First Aid Kit (may include all the above items)
Benadryl Sinus Tablets
Allergy Eye drops
Pocket Tissues
Campho-phenique (good for minor burns, cuts, scrapes and many use it on poison ivy)
Moist Towelettes (for cleaning wounds and early uses on poison ivy)
Cleaning & Personal Items
Bar soap
Washcloth
Shampoo
Toothpaste & toothbrush
Comb/hair brush/clips/bands
Make-up bag
Razor & shaving cream
Towel
Toilet Paper
Whisk broom to clean table and tent site
Deodorant
Miscellaneous
Small shovel
Swiss Army knife
Compass and Map
Fishing pole and gear (+ license & bait!)
Duct tape and/or electrical tape
Safety pins
Cellular phone w/extra battery and car adapter
Two way radio(s) (ham, CB, Family)
Camera w/good battery and extra film
Camcorder w/good battery and extra tapes
Radio and/or TV
Books , cards, games, toys, Bible, etc.
MONEY, credit card, ID
Pocket Tool
Guitar/Harmonicas/Other musical instrument(s)
Bike/Seats/Helmets
Binoculars
Whistles
Chairs
Travel Clock
Clothesline and Clothespins
Basic tools (screwdrivers, pliers, etc.)
Copper pipe pieces for the campfire See note
Rope or String
Canoe or boat
Life jackets
Piece of carpeting (fake grass) for tent or RV entranceway
Clothing
Hat
Bandanna
Jacket - As weather dictates; Eskimo style, mackintosh, windbreaker, etc.
Poncho - Doubles as emergency tent/lean-to
Pants/Overalls, with belt
Underwear - 2
Shirt - 2 or 3 (one light, one flannel)
Shoes, shower shoes, HIKING BOOTS
Socks - 2 pair
Work gloves & warm mittens/gloves
Swim suit
PJ's
Sunglasses
Cooking
Stove with fuel & lighter
Newspapers for lighting a campfire
Firestarter sticks (wax/sawdust things from the grocery store)
Firewood
Charcoal or wood & Grill for BBQ
Frying Pan - Nonstick w/plastic spatula is nice
Cooking skewers (for hot dogs, s'mores, etc.)
Pot or sauce pan - Big enough to cook noodles for all; With lid
Can opener - If you have canned goods
Thermos
Tongs
Coffee maker & filters
Pot lifter and/or pot holders
Tablecloth
Stew Pot
Sandwich maker (type you put in fire)
Dishes
Reusable
Plate - Partition tray/plate is nice
Collapsable camping/hiking cup
Alladin travel mug
Kitchen knife - Nice to have; in general, carry a pocket knife
Small mixing bowl
Knife, Fork, Spoon, Spatula
Scrub Pad
Dish Pan
Tupperware (for leftovers)
Consumables
Paper towels & napkins
Trash bags
Paper plates, cups, bowls, etc.
Plastic knives, forks, spoons
Ziplock Bags
Aluminum Foil
Dish soap
Water
At least 1/2 gallon per person/day -- Water filter if relying on natural water sources
Water bottle, to carry while hiking
Food & Drink
Pancake Mix - Krusteaze, 1/2 cup per person per day (need large skillet)
Cooking Oil - About 1 oz per person per day or Pam Spray
Syrup - About 2 oz per person per day
Butter - 1/2 stick per person per day
Malt-o-meal, or Cream of...{wheat, rice, ...}
Oatmeal - Instant single serving packs
Potatoes - 1-2 per person per day -- freeze dried if packing
Bacon - 2 slices per person per day
Eggs - 1-2 per person per day, fresh or powdered
Noodles - Spaghetti, Angel Hair, Ramen, or shells
Spaghetti Sauce - In jars or dehydrated
Parmesan cheese
Bouillon cubes - Chicken & Vegetable
Rice packages
Soup/Chili - mix or cans
Tuna - Don't forget Mayo, pickles, and onions
Onions, lemons, mushrooms, Tomatoes
Bread - One or two loaves per day if camping with a small group
Dry condiments - Salt, Pepper, Spices, Sugar
Catsup
Mustard
Mayo - Small jar or squeeze bottle
Cheese - Cheddar, swiss, American
Fruit - Small fruit cups or fresh fruit
Veggies - carrot/celery sticks daily
Taco Stuff - (Meat, seasoning package, olives, lettuce, tortillas, buns)
Cocoa, Coffee, & Teas (don't forget SUGAR!)
Marshmallows, Graham Crackers & Hershey Bars (S'mores)
Peanut Butter & Jelly
Deli meat slices: Turkey, Ham, Salami
Hot dogs & buns
Milk, juice, soft drinks, Ice Tea, Lemon Ade, Kool-Aid
Vienna Sausages
Snacks
Hamburgers & Buns
Steak
Ham
Corn on Cob
Cereal
Nutri Grain Bars/Granola Bars
Fixin's for stew (some of the items are above)
Beer
Jiffy Pop or Regular popcorn
Popcorn oil
oil
Squeeze butter or margarine
While this list is far from complete, it may be too complete for some...
jase.
---EndQuote---
[Edited due to quote formatting (or rather, the absence of it!)]
[Edited by boomer - 8/15/2002 8:06:06 PM]
16 August 2002, 12:39 AM
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Er, Food & Drink - only What you plan to eat & drink in the car + lots of beer for before/after the bar shuts!
The pubs, campsite, service stations etc. will have all the other food & drink you need
[Edited by CharlieWhiskey - 8/16/2002 1:29:21 AM]
The pubs, campsite, service stations etc. will have all the other food & drink you need
[Edited by CharlieWhiskey - 8/16/2002 1:29:21 AM]
16 August 2002, 07:39 AM
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I didn't see "sick bag" in the list, which is a must, in my case anyway Lets hope they have a wider variety of pizza this time, what was it...cheese and pepperoni or pepperoni and cheese, oh yeh and I'd like that cooked to 400 degreesC
Not long now!!
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, in my case anyway Lets hope they have a wider variety of pizza this time, what was it...cheese and pepperoni or pepperoni and cheese, oh yeh and I'd like that cooked to 400 degreesCNot long now!!
CRAFT
16 August 2002, 09:46 AM
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I can't beleive Jase missed something!
What about the ESSENTIALS?
Nurofen
Paracetamol
Codex
Alka Seltzer
Ok he did get Asprin
What about the ESSENTIALS?
Nurofen
Paracetamol
Codex
Alka Seltzer
Ok he did get Asprin
16 August 2002, 10:06 AM
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Lets hope they have a wider variety of pizza this time, what was it...cheese and pepperoni or pepperoni and cheese, oh yeh and I'd like that cooked to 400 degreesC
16 August 2002, 12:20 PM
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Just found out we have a Car Power Supply for the laptop
If I can get the digi-camera as well we can have live piccies
If I can get the digi-camera as well we can have live piccies
17 August 2002, 11:10 AM
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My list
The Routes!
Maps
PMR Radios
Camera
Video Camera
Torch & Car Charger
Laptop & Car Supply
Phone
Leatherman Multi Tool
Credit/Cash cards & Shell Points card
Duck/Gaffa Tape
40 CD wallet
Oil
Water
AA card
Screenies (MIXRA) Foam Screen Cleaner & Scrubber pad
Footpump
Basic Tools
Folding Picnic Table
Canvas Chair
Tent
2 Sleeping bags
2 Roll Mats
Ground Mat
Coolbox full of beer
2 Litres Diet Coke
Midnight Munchies
2 Changes of clothes
Waterproofs
Hat
Warm clothes for sitting out at 2am!
Boots
Suncream
Emergency medical kit
Midge cream/repellant
Anadin
Toothbrush
Towel
Think thats about it, good job I've got a wagon!
The Routes!
Maps
PMR Radios
Camera
Video Camera
Torch & Car Charger
Laptop & Car Supply
Phone
Leatherman Multi Tool
Credit/Cash cards & Shell Points card
Duck/Gaffa Tape
40 CD wallet
Oil
Water
AA card
Screenies (MIXRA) Foam Screen Cleaner & Scrubber pad
Footpump
Basic Tools
Folding Picnic Table
Canvas Chair
Tent
2 Sleeping bags
2 Roll Mats
Ground Mat
Coolbox full of beer
2 Litres Diet Coke
Midnight Munchies
2 Changes of clothes
Waterproofs
Hat
Warm clothes for sitting out at 2am!
Boots
Suncream
Emergency medical kit
Midge cream/repellant
Anadin
Toothbrush
Towel
Think thats about it, good job I've got a wagon!
19 August 2002, 04:29 PM
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List for Scoobabe:
Denim Jacket
Sleeping Bag
Bag for sleeping bag
Handbag
Daysack
Change of clothes
Holdall for change of clothes
Denim Jacket 2
Tent (will she use it?)
Bottle of 'Industrial Strength' Vodka
Ground Mat
Denim Jacket 3
Boxing gloves
Water wings
Towel
Spare Denim jacket
Spare bag
No food whatsoever
Baseball bat to hit me with
Denim Jacket
Sleeping Bag
Bag for sleeping bag
Handbag
Daysack
Change of clothes
Holdall for change of clothes
Denim Jacket 2
Tent (will she use it?)
Bottle of 'Industrial Strength' Vodka
Ground Mat
Denim Jacket 3
Boxing gloves
Water wings
Towel
Spare Denim jacket
Spare bag
No food whatsoever
Baseball bat to hit me with
19 August 2002, 06:32 PM
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Roll Call
Confirmed...
CharlieWhiskey (RouteMeister)
ChrisB (Real-time Scooby-netter)
boomer (Roll caller)
Little Miss WRX (Midnight swimmer)
ScooBabe (Lifeguard in denim!)
CRAFT & Co. (Lights, camera, action)
DaveD (Birthday boy)
wrx (& Co.?)(with in-car widescreen pro-logic DVD back-projector)
neil@wrx (who says he is going to pace himself )
ianc & Co. (in a state!)
Kev (for his annual appearance?)
Banshi & Co. (In a real tent!)
Mellow Yellow ! (the fair-ground kid!)
Greg Marston (Newbie, but more than welcome!)
Confirmed day visitors...
sammyh
topdog
Still heard nothing more from...
phaynes
casper555
Nikko2
And cryptwalk - are ya coming???
Joining instructions will be sent out this coming weekend (so post here if you are not on the confirmed list and still wanna come). The route will be roughly - 100 miles, pub, 100 miles, camp, 100 miles, pub, home.
mb
Confirmed...
CharlieWhiskey (RouteMeister)
ChrisB (Real-time Scooby-netter)
boomer (Roll caller)
Little Miss WRX (Midnight swimmer)
ScooBabe (Lifeguard in denim!)
CRAFT & Co. (Lights, camera, action)
DaveD (Birthday boy)
wrx (& Co.?)(with in-car widescreen pro-logic DVD back-projector)
neil@wrx (who says he is going to pace himself
)ianc & Co. (in a state!)
Kev (for his annual appearance?)
Banshi & Co. (In a real tent!)
Mellow Yellow ! (the fair-ground kid!)
Greg Marston (Newbie, but more than welcome!)
Confirmed day visitors...
sammyh
topdog
Still heard nothing more from...
phaynes
casper555
Nikko2
And cryptwalk - are ya coming???
Joining instructions will be sent out this coming weekend (so post here if you are not on the confirmed list and still wanna come). The route will be roughly - 100 miles, pub, 100 miles, camp, 100 miles, pub, home.
mb