Author Topic: STO/N Region 6 Fall Campout 9/21-9/23, Seneca Shadows WV (Read 32387 times)

Vulcanbill · « **Reply #50 on:** June 14, 2018, 11:34:55 AM »

Quote from: smoker on June 14, 2018, 11:02:54 AM

I guess I'll put the knobblies on for this one.

Shil, are you paying attention?

garry · « **Reply #51 on:** June 14, 2018, 06:48:36 PM »

The GPX file is a GPS "track". It's a standard file format for mapping type applications, so you should be able to go to a web site and then load that file to see where it goes.

Here is one example: http://www.gpsvisualizer.com/

Download the GPX file to your computer, then view it using that web site.

R Doug · « **Reply #52 on:** June 14, 2018, 06:54:43 PM »

Quote from: Vulcanbill on June 14, 2018, 11:34:55 AM

Quote from: smoker on June 14, 2018, 11:02:54 AM
I guess I'll put the knobblies on for this one.

Shil, are you paying attention?

Just be sure to have your own tire pump this time.

garry · « **Reply #53 on:** June 14, 2018, 07:14:17 PM »

Quote from: smoker on June 14, 2018, 11:02:54 AM

I guess I'll put the knobblies on for this one.

You will absolutely want aggressive tires for that loop, especially if it hasn't been dry. TKC80 land for sure.

mr.awesome · « **Reply #54 on:** June 16, 2018, 08:23:12 AM »

Quote from: Skee on June 07, 2018, 05:24:15 PM

I’m out due to a previously scheduled trip, that may include some glamping, but no riding for me.

I had never heard of this term till this thread. Yesterday I saw a motor home on the freeway with personalized plates that said "GLAMPING".

I'll be a game time decision on this and would like to make it. If I can make it I'll bring the KLX in the back of the truck with the dirty wheels for one day's ride and the SM wheels for another.

oilhed · « **Reply #55 on:** June 16, 2018, 10:43:30 AM »

Quote from: mr.awesome on June 16, 2018, 08:23:12 AM

I had never heard of this term till this thread. Yesterday I saw a motor home on the freeway with personalized plates that said "GLAMPING".

Went to a small camping BMW rally last weekend. A couple of fellas brought their bikes in an enclosed cargo trailer. Then took the bikes out and set-up the nicest cots I've ever seen. I like the idea of sleeping in one but not the idea of driving and pulling a trailer to a rally!

Guess I need one of these: https://youtu.be/Mg-Zygbnnko

chornbe · « **Reply #56 on:** June 17, 2018, 06:49:20 AM »

Two of my brothers have bought various types of rigs from them over the years. Cool little company; I went there once or twice with each of them to shop and pick up their rigs. They make everything from empty cargo buckets to taj mahal lever campers in a small box.

Vulcanbill · « **Reply #57 on:** June 22, 2018, 07:30:13 AM »

are we there yet

Vulcanbill · « **Reply #58 on:** July 22, 2018, 07:15:50 AM »

Hiking at Seneca Rocks yesterday. Checked out the campground. Group site F:

chornbe · « **Reply #59 on:** July 22, 2018, 08:55:27 AM »

Quote from: Vulcanbill on July 22, 2018, 07:15:50 AM

Hiking at Seneca Rocks yesterday. Checked out the campground. Group site F:

Damn, guess we missed you there.

(though to be fair, we were at Yokum's store, and the restaurant for lunch, not over at the trails)

oilhed · « **Reply #60 on:** July 22, 2018, 11:09:29 AM »

Quote from: chornbe on June 17, 2018, 06:49:20 AM

taj mahal lever campers in a small box.

Wonder what that looks like? The Little mc pop-up is well made but just lacks some pizzaz!

oilhed · « **Reply #61 on:** July 24, 2018, 01:16:26 PM »

Just got my fall schedule. My long weekend off is the last one. So far every MC weekend I've shown interest in are on the weekends after labor day and before the one I have off!

R Doug · « **Reply #62 on:** July 29, 2018, 07:10:04 PM »

Quote from: R Doug on May 27, 2018, 05:23:51 PM

I've booked a room at Yokums. I'll hang out w/ everyone at the campground in the evenings but sleep in a room with a bed.

See you then.

Argh, I have a conflict for this weekend and won't be able to make it.

Vulcanbill · « **Reply #63 on:** July 30, 2018, 11:20:05 AM »

you need to realign your priorities mister

R Doug · « **Reply #64 on:** July 30, 2018, 12:28:37 PM »

Quote from: Vulcanbill on July 30, 2018, 11:20:05 AM

you need to realign your priorities mister

I booked this trip forgetting about my wife's trip to Wyoming with a friend. Someone (me) needs to stay home with the mother-in-law who will have recently had back surgery and a 14 YO pup with thyroid cancer. Frankly, the pup may not even make it that long.

I won't be having any fun, but my wife deserves this trip. So, home it is for me.

Vulcanbill · « **Reply #65 on:** July 30, 2018, 02:04:03 PM »

you appear to have your priorities aligned, sir

R Doug · « **Reply #66 on:** July 30, 2018, 06:25:37 PM »

Quote from: Vulcanbill on July 30, 2018, 02:04:03 PM

you appear to have your priorities aligned, sir

I just wanted everyone to know there is a reason, it isn't an excuse. I would have loved to see everyone again. I look forward to the fall meets!

garry · « **Reply #67 on:** August 14, 2018, 05:19:52 AM »

And.... I'm out. I will be traveling back from a business trip to the UK that weekend.

Skee · « **Reply #68 on:** August 14, 2018, 09:17:34 AM »

Quote from: Vulcanbill on July 22, 2018, 07:15:50 AM

Hiking at Seneca Rocks yesterday. Checked out the campground. Group site F:

Was there any frost in sight

Vulcanbill · « **Reply #69 on:** August 14, 2018, 10:04:52 AM »

Quote from: Skee on August 14, 2018, 09:17:34 AM

Quote from: Vulcanbill on July 22, 2018, 07:15:50 AM
Hiking at Seneca Rocks yesterday. Checked out the campground. Group site F:

Was there any frost in sight

Touche'. Frost is a concern from days gone by. I have zero guilt tho. Waking up in a sleeping bag in Korea w/ nothing but a nearly frostbitten nose sticking out and no shelter above followed by many many other tenting follies led me to a place in life where I have a thermostat instead of a thermal bag for heat regulation.

If it's any consolation, I can have a hot breakfast and a coffee station available for a lucky few to spread the love a little.

rocketbunny · « **Reply #70 on:** August 18, 2018, 04:46:24 PM »

Been eyeing this trip for a while. Add me to the list. I reserved a separate campsite (35)

tankhead · « **Reply #71 on:** August 18, 2018, 06:42:45 PM »

Gonna try real hard to get there. Don't take me off the list..... yet. I have not forgotten about this trip. What day and time are you leaving Ken?

Vulcanbill · « **Reply #72 on:** August 24, 2018, 07:13:33 AM »

Still going to HI, Eric? Gonna be not so paradisey.

Cablebandit · « **Reply #73 on:** August 24, 2018, 07:44:57 AM »

It's just a little breeze.

Eh2zed · « **Reply #74 on:** August 24, 2018, 11:42:09 AM »

Ok I'm in. But the old body ain't what it used to be so "sleeping" on the ground is out. I'm taking the toy hauler so I can walk after riding more than a couple of hours....
Looks like a buddy is joining me too. If you were there you might remember him doing an oil change in the motel parking lot a few years ago on another STN ride.
For those who can remember the old days I used to be a mad poster known as Against the Wind.
Now....I have to reserve a campsite... Website us giving me a hard time. ...

Eh2zed · « **Reply #75 on:** August 24, 2018, 11:59:31 AM »

Ok we're in. Site 38. See you then. Safe riding.

Virginian · « **Reply #76 on:** August 24, 2018, 12:36:39 PM »

Quote from: Vulcanbill on August 24, 2018, 07:13:33 AM

Still going to HI, Eric? Gonna be not so paradisey.

Yep, OBX next week and then off to HI. I hope to rent a bike and skeedaddle around. There will be lots of pics in my scooter trash thread.

I have to bribe folks to read that thread. lol

kendenton · « **Reply #77 on:** August 24, 2018, 12:40:50 PM »

I've updated the first post with attendee changes - hopefully I'm all caught up

Getting closer!

kendenton · « **Reply #78 on:** August 24, 2018, 12:42:07 PM »

Quote from: tankhead on August 18, 2018, 06:42:45 PM

Gonna try real hard to get there. Don't take me off the list..... yet. I have not forgotten about this trip. What day and time are you leaving Ken?

I haven't even begun a plan yet

Most likely heading out Thursday at some point, camping somewhere along the way. I'll give you a shout when I have a better idea.

Vulcanbill · « **Reply #79 on:** August 24, 2018, 05:37:24 PM »

Quote from: Eh2zed on August 24, 2018, 11:42:09 AM

Ok I'm in. But the old body ain't what it used to be so "sleeping" on the ground is out. I'm taking the toy hauler so I can walk after riding more than a couple of hours....
Looks like a buddy is joining me too. If you were there you might remember him doing an oil change in the motel parking lot a few years ago on another STN ride.
For those who can remember the old days I used to be a mad poster known as Against the Wind.
Now....I have to reserve a campsite... Website us giving me a hard time. ...

What size rig are we talking here? A proper toy hauler or a 12' cargo trailer? If big, try for 38. It's not cheap cuz it's a paved "double" pull through. This place isn't terribly friendly to big trailers. 36 would work also but you'll probably have to unhitch and put the truck beside the trailer. It's sort of a double wide configuration.

mr.awesome · « **Reply #80 on:** August 25, 2018, 09:18:51 AM »

Quote from: Eh2zed on August 24, 2018, 11:42:09 AM

Ok I'm in. But the old body ain't what it used to be so "sleeping" on the ground is out. I'm taking the toy hauler so I can walk after riding more than a couple of hours....
Looks like a buddy is joining me too. If you were there you might remember him doing an oil change in the motel parking lot a few years ago on another STN ride.
For those who can remember the old days I used to be a mad poster known as Against the Wind.
Now....I have to reserve a campsite... Website us giving me a hard time. ...

Glad to see you are still around Richard

I remember the parking lot oil change. That was in Sparta many moons ago if I recall. I'm thinking it was an old beemer he was riding. That gets brought up all the time, the crazy Canadian changing his oil by flashlight in the dark parking lot.

Formerly Known as Bigfoot · « **Reply #81 on:** August 26, 2018, 07:51:36 AM »

I still plan on caging over for a visit either Friday or Saturday. Thanks to an injury I'm not back on the ride. But nothing wrong with driving my truck.

Eh2zed · « **Reply #82 on:** August 29, 2018, 03:37:43 PM »

The toy hauler is a 26'. It's a great rig. It was designed to sleep 10 people (otherwise described as fools who think they can sleep 2 people on a 4' wide couch) We yanked out one of the fold down couches so the most we've had overnight is 6 people. But that leaves zero privacy. Come on over when we're there.
And yep it was the Great Sparta oil change. There are enough Andrew stories to fill a book. "Is it a problem if you can see cord all the way around my rear tire?" "So is it a good idea to go into the 9th in New Orleans?" At night. Drunk.
"Sure go for it" Then at 3am ride back to Daytona at 100 mph without a headlight.
What could go wrong?

That's just a sample. ...

chornbe · « **Reply #83 on:** August 29, 2018, 05:18:41 PM »

If people feel like riding to Sugar Grove, I know a place we can fire up the grill, drink, scream, holler, and be as obnoxious as we all want.

Vulcanbill · « **Reply #84 on:** August 29, 2018, 05:56:24 PM »

Quote from: Eh2zed on August 29, 2018, 03:37:43 PM

The toy hauler is a 26'. It's a great rig. It was designed to sleep 10 people (otherwise described as fools who think they can sleep 2 people on a 4' wide couch) We yanked out one of the fold down couches so the most we've had overnight is 6 people. But that leaves zero privacy. Come on over when we're there.
And yep it was the Great Sparta oil change. There are enough Andrew stories to fill a book. "Is it a problem if you can see cord all the way around my rear tire?" "So is it a good idea to go into the 9th in New Orleans?" At night. Drunk.
"Sure go for it" Then at 3am ride back to Daytona at 100 mph without a headlight.
What could go wrong?

That's just a sample. ...

We'll be right beside you in 37. Won't need to come over. We'll pretty much see each other all the time.

Skee · « **Reply #85 on:** August 29, 2018, 07:56:15 PM »

Quote from: chornbe on August 29, 2018, 05:18:41 PM

If people feel like riding to Sugar Grove, I know a place we can fire up the grill, drink, scream, holler, and be as obnoxious as we all want.

That sounds rad Dude

Quote from: Urban Dictionary

Sugar Grove
A small, run-down town in the rural area of Chicago. "In-Town" at the Rock Gap is where all the skaters think it's at. Has the worst roads to possibly imagine. Is populated with rich people who own some of the best houses in Illinois. The new Jewel is the main pride & attraction. Kids go to Kaneland. Isn't famous, for anything. But still beats Elburn neighboring town, aka "The Burn". It's nicknamed "The Grove" or "SG".

chornbe · « **Reply #86 on:** August 30, 2018, 06:54:04 AM »

BWAAAAHAHAHAHHAHAHAHAHAHHAH

That's pretty sweet. The other one is a little better. That's funny, though.

Eh2zed · « **Reply #87 on:** August 31, 2018, 06:21:47 PM »

So the Sept 2018 issue of Rider magazine has an article on some of the roads around Seneca Falls and I now have a question. It sounds like 33 from Harman to Seneca Rocks might be difficult for a truck pulling a 26' 9000 pound trailer. Should I be looking at coming from the east? (50 to Winchester to 622 to 48 to 220 to 28)
What say you who know the area?

Skee · « **Reply #88 on:** August 31, 2018, 06:39:14 PM »

50 to 220 south to Petersburg then follow 28 south will be a lot easier pull than 33, 250 or 39.

Alternatively, 48 west (state rd 55) from I-81 turns into modern 4-lane around Wardensville and you could take that over to 220.
There are some fantastic elevated overpasses and no really steep grades. Prolly a better run than 50.

Paging VulcanBill to the Help Line...

Vulcanbill · « **Reply #89 on:** August 31, 2018, 08:50:37 PM »

50 west past Winchester to Gore, 259 South to 48 (corridor h) then 220 to 33. 259 is a steady climb from 50 for a bit but it is the lesser evil. Some undulating hills but they're straight.

You don't want to pull 50 w past 259 and you don't want to come in to 48 on 55 from 81. Those each have tight turns with their elevation changes. No bueno.

Vulcanbill · « **Reply #90 on:** August 31, 2018, 09:19:27 PM »

Sorry, 220 to 28 to Seneca Rocks then 33 for a short bit to the campground.

Skee · « **Reply #91 on:** September 01, 2018, 09:07:40 AM »

259 is a lovely drive. Good choice. Scenic with light traffic. Good pavement but not best MC. I rode it on last trip out to Ohio.

chornbe · « **Reply #92 on:** September 01, 2018, 03:23:00 PM »

Quote from: Vulcanbill on August 31, 2018, 08:50:37 PM

50 west past Winchester to Gore, 259 South to 48 (corridor h) then 220 to 33. 259 is a steady climb from 50 for a bit but it is the lesser evil. Some undulating hills but they're straight.

You don't want to pull 50 w past 259 and you don't want to come in to 48 on 55 from 81. Those each have tight turns with their elevation changes. No bueno.

+1

Seneca is in a nice friendly section of 33. 33 has pockets of ungodly good moments with nice rural 2-lane highway between. Check it out on Google Maps; it's pretty obvious where you'd find trouble, and where the guys on bikes are going to be enjoying the ride.

jimmy · « **Reply #93 on:** September 01, 2018, 03:39:24 PM »

https://www.recreation.gov/camping/seneca-shadows/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=70322

Getting There:
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
38.82222, -79.38722
38°49'20"N, 79°23'14"W

From Elkins WV, take US 33 east 34 miles. Turn right into the campground.
From Petersburg, WV, take State Hwy 28 south 22 miles. Turn right into the campground.

From Franklin, WV, take US 33 west 24 miles. Turn left into the campground.

Contact Information:
Mailing Address:
SENECA SHADOWS
MONONGAHELA
WV
Phone Number:
Information: (304)567-3082

If the campground can accommodate your toy hauler, it doesn't seem like any issue pulling it in.

Skee · « **Reply #94 on:** September 01, 2018, 06:42:01 PM »

All the directions be like go 20 or 30 miles from a waypoint and take the next turn ... must be WV

Eh2zed · « **Reply #95 on:** September 01, 2018, 08:48:45 PM »

Thanks for the input. Route laid out.☝

Vulcanbill · « **Reply #96 on:** September 01, 2018, 09:49:21 PM »

When you coming through? We are heading down thu afternoon.

Formerly Known as Bigfoot · « **Reply #97 on:** September 02, 2018, 08:24:13 AM »

You almost cannot go wrong no matter which way you come in there. The area is just filled with some great roads.

mr.awesome · « **Reply #98 on:** September 02, 2018, 08:31:59 PM »

Anyone have experience with Appalachian Cabins on 28. Aura and I are looking into coming down and thinking of staying there per availability of course. Also, what day is the dirty ride happening? If we come down, I'm trucking the KLX with SM and dirty wheels. Just wondering which ones i should have on first.

Vulcanbill · « **Reply #99 on:** September 03, 2018, 06:36:56 AM »

If its the place I'm thinking of on the river side, I can't speak to the place specifically other than to say they have made a lot of growth and improvements in recent years. At least some of it will be newer. Good luck. Hope you can make it.