Wasted Weekend
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Fast Movin Karl,
I believe that 4 (ebbitts pass) is more of a challenge than 108 (sonora pass). At least on the most remote part of it. 108 is tight but there is a part of 4 that will pucker your arss to the seat for sure.
Both are beautifull drives though. After Hwy 4 mellows out, it turns into Hwy 89, which comes through my town.
Menci,
Caples is a very nice lake. There is a good mix of trout in there, of some good size as well. I have heard that there are Lake Trout in there as well. I have only fished there once, and that was from the shore. But I caught more of a buzz than fish anyway. A friend from out of town made sure we caught up on old times. Caples is on Hwy 88. Back in the old days, it used to be a pretty rough road, over the Sierras, I've heard. But nowadays, it's a pretty good highway. I like it better than 50 or 80. Less people, less traffic, over the pass.
I believe that 4 (ebbitts pass) is more of a challenge than 108 (sonora pass). At least on the most remote part of it. 108 is tight but there is a part of 4 that will pucker your arss to the seat for sure.
Both are beautifull drives though. After Hwy 4 mellows out, it turns into Hwy 89, which comes through my town.
Menci,
Caples is a very nice lake. There is a good mix of trout in there, of some good size as well. I have heard that there are Lake Trout in there as well. I have only fished there once, and that was from the shore. But I caught more of a buzz than fish anyway. A friend from out of town made sure we caught up on old times. Caples is on Hwy 88. Back in the old days, it used to be a pretty rough road, over the Sierras, I've heard. But nowadays, it's a pretty good highway. I like it better than 50 or 80. Less people, less traffic, over the pass.
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Originally Posted by WillyB
I remember the meadow you describe - had I been in my van I would have stopped and at least fixed a cup of coffee. There is a stream much like the ones I grew up with - mostly small fish, but a ball to catch.
And you would not need to worry about a kid falling in - if they did they could get out. I would want to go after the first frost to avoid the bugs - is there a long Indian summer in that country?
And you would not need to worry about a kid falling in - if they did they could get out. I would want to go after the first frost to avoid the bugs - is there a long Indian summer in that country?
Originally Posted by WillyB
One thought I had - my family always spent the day in the mountains cutting our own Christmas tree. We kids loved it even if the trees were not the greatest. I still remember the jug of hot chocolate, and cooking hot dogs over a fire. Do people still do that? Bet you have to have a permit!
Originally Posted by WillyB
Next time I will stop - If you are on duty, I will find something to do until you get off. Most of the time a couple of days here or there do not matter. I also have a friend in Tahoe I didn't contact. But this was a wife weekend. . . .. . . .
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That's a good point Clint. It might be archary season right now, and rifle season is not far off, if not already in progress... I don't have a license, and it ain't in my job description to validate deer these days, so I haven't been following the hunting regs. But it is the season, no doubt.
However, I don't think that stray bullits are a problem in Hope Valley. If that is your concern. The deer are smart enough this time of year to keep to the high ground. Normally, they won't come down into camping areas this time of year, 'cause they know some part time hillbilly will take an easy neck shot. Besides, it's illegal to hunt anywhere close to where FTE Members and folks dwell.
Their aint no wrong time, when the weather's nice, to get out and howl at the moon... I do, however, have a couple of things that I can't get out of, so if you are considering a trip this year, give me a call.
FTR, I am scheduled to be away for a trip to San Diego here soon. Let me know when you're considering a trip up this way, if you are.
Also, timing around the spray of fall colors is an excellent time to plan a trip for in this area. The Aspens really light up around late September and early October. Just a thought...
However, I don't think that stray bullits are a problem in Hope Valley. If that is your concern. The deer are smart enough this time of year to keep to the high ground. Normally, they won't come down into camping areas this time of year, 'cause they know some part time hillbilly will take an easy neck shot. Besides, it's illegal to hunt anywhere close to where FTE Members and folks dwell.
Their aint no wrong time, when the weather's nice, to get out and howl at the moon... I do, however, have a couple of things that I can't get out of, so if you are considering a trip this year, give me a call.
FTR, I am scheduled to be away for a trip to San Diego here soon. Let me know when you're considering a trip up this way, if you are.
Also, timing around the spray of fall colors is an excellent time to plan a trip for in this area. The Aspens really light up around late September and early October. Just a thought...
