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Post by mundy on Oct 14, 2020 8:33:00 GMT -5
We are getting started on establishing single-track trail for the purpose of our upcoming enduro Jan. 24, 2021 and future club picnic/ride days. First day out for RCDR volunteers is this Sunday, 8:30 a.m. ready to leave parking at 9 a.m. Volunteers do not pay, but must sign volunteer sheet/waiver. First day need to bring---stapler, staples, pouch, loppers, pruner, GPS!!!!!, quad or small trail bike( something that will not overheat). BUG SPRAY, WATER, good sense of direction/humor. After a great turn-out at our October-rona meeting, I expect some excited members showing up. Pass the word to others who did not attend!
Remember---Best Bet---- CALL ME!!! 904-465-2013 (if voice mail -leave call back #) Mundy Follow this thread for updates, as I get them.
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Post by mundy on Oct 19, 2020 13:16:29 GMT -5
Pretty much every Sunday as needed. Be suited up, briefed and ready to go by 9 a.m. Quads are needed in alot of areas. Also, Jim and I go out on a weekday to scout. If you have a quad and want to come along, fine (scouting is NOT bike friendly!).
Call me to confirm!
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Post by johnnyb300 on Oct 19, 2020 18:15:33 GMT -5
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Post by mundy on Oct 20, 2020 10:16:18 GMT -5
Weekend volunteers must be signed in for credit, and get a volunteer parking pass (good for that day only, with NO FEE needed) and ready to leave parking by 9.a.m. This property dries out fast, there are plenty of unused woods to put in all the true single-track we desire. Quads are needed, no SxS as they are too wide.
Wear a bright colored RCDR shirt if you have one ,if it has the word "TRACK" on it, cover that word up, or orange vest.
If asked by a stranger, all you need to answer is-" We have permission to scout and establish OHM only trail "
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Post by mundy on Oct 27, 2020 15:21:09 GMT -5
Well, what can I say? I can count on five fingers , the number of club members who showed up to help, and since my fingers don't change, those were the same members from the week before. I'm sure the announcement of the opportunity got around, BUT, I have received zero inquiries. So, either everyone is afraid to go out of the house, or 95% of the club members are not interested. I'm left in the dark!
If I'm not contacted soon, then I will not waste my time going out there when I have no man-power.
Need Quads and GPS to go point to point. There may be an area I can put bikes in, but have been unable to scout them myself, as of yet.
So once again--if I don't hear from anyone, don't assume I'll be there Sunday.
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Post by johnnyb300 on Oct 28, 2020 15:02:06 GMT -5
Mundy has every right to express his concern.
Right now, Mundy and Jim Harker are doing the lion's share of scouting and brainstorming a trail layout during the week. We're talking thousands of acres between 2 people. Both of them aren't youngsters (sorry guys, but I can say that since I'm older than both of you) and both live approx. 1.5 hours from the location; Interlachen and St. Augustine. This type of work requires course layout experience and utility quads. If anyone has this experience, time, equipment, or a better way to do this, speak up.
Club workdays were scheduled the last 2 Sundays to get into the woods and start some serious bread crumbing for rideable trails based on weekday scouting. On each Sunday, there was the same 4 members on hand. If it stays that way, all 4 of us will die of old age before a trail is built.
On the other hand, and this is critical, I have to assume that many members may seem to think that if all they own is something like a competition bike, they won't be welcomed there to help out. Their role needs to be be resolved and clarified by the Trail Boss. I'll be happy to work with a group of any of these members if my tasks are defined. We need to get these members involved. If they're not informed of how they specifically can help, they won't help. Informing them is the Board's responsibility, not theirs. Even then, historically we're talking 10 to 20% participation by members who care and aren't just looking for a place to ride. That's just how it is.
There's also a lot of communication confusion. We have a Website for workday signup, but still are required to contact the Trail Boss by phone. To compound matters, we use email, the main club Website, the Club Forum, Facebook, and Instagram (I don't even know that is!) to communicate club activities. Which one is it? The Board needs to do a better job here.
Finally, for anyone that may have preconceived notions about this site, yes, most all of the existing 2-way ATV trails are wet and will probably stay that way to some degree. But even they have a solid, passable, and maintained base (not like Osceola N.F.) and are not deep. But no matter. Those are worn in trails from years of ATV and SXS traffic. It's where the water settles and it's where we won't be. The surrounding woods that are worthy of single track are high and dry. If we felt it was going to turn out to be like another Bostwick, the site wouldn't be considered in the first place.
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Post by scottm21 on Oct 30, 2020 7:56:49 GMT -5
I will be out there when I can. I appreciate all that Jim and Mundy do for this club and feel we are absolutely dependent on their knowledge, so thanks to them always! Unfortunately I don't have a quad or GPS, other than my phone, which does not work out there. Agreed on always same people that do all the work and hope that will change in future. I'm also now trying the racing world right now so that also makes it difficult as far as availability but be rest assured when I have the time to help I am all in, I love the club and do not want see any negative actions taken because we can't get the help we need. Thanks for those who are doing all the work right now!
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Post by mundy on Oct 31, 2020 9:09:13 GMT -5
Jim and I were out yesterday, scouting new areas and looking at connecting new sections together. The weather was and will be gorgeous for a few days!
As of now, I have not been contacted by anyone. Quad is loaded in truck, just in case I get a response for tomorrow.
Don has a quad that is just sitting there, maybe someone can put it to good use. HMMM!
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Post by johnnyb300 on Oct 31, 2020 14:33:36 GMT -5
There are 3 members committed for tomorrow, Nov.1; Mundy, George D. and me. Anyone that wants to join in is welcome. I'll be there at 8:30.
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Post by mundy on Nov 3, 2020 9:04:49 GMT -5
More progress made with minimal crew. Scouted more virgin woods sections. Getting some of the dots connected, but at the same time creating more dots ahead . May be going out Thursday with Quads. Call me if you want to go. Watching weekend forecast.
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Post by mundy on Nov 3, 2020 9:29:58 GMT -5
My Thursday Quad partner is not available. If you have a quad or if you have no fear and only a bike , call me if you can make it.
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Post by johnnyb300 on Nov 3, 2020 18:23:56 GMT -5
My Thursday Quad partner is not available. If you have a quad or if you have no fear and only a bike , call me if you can make it.  |
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Post by mundy on Nov 6, 2020 14:24:55 GMT -5
Check back after 5;30's weather report.
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Post by mundy on Nov 6, 2020 19:11:48 GMT -5
I have a few people wanting to go this Sunday, unfortunately I live in a totally different weather zone, so I probably won't make a decision until Saturday afternoon. We aren't cleaning trails, just trying to finish some sections, breadcrumb new sections and connecting them together. If we go, be there at 8:30, sign-in, get parking pass(no fee for volunteers) and be ready to leave at 9.
When in doubt--Call before you haul, 904-465-2013.
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Post by mundy on Nov 7, 2020 16:12:45 GMT -5
Chance of rain-- low, overcast, mild. Sunday 8:30.
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Post by mundy on Nov 9, 2020 13:14:44 GMT -5
Good Sunday-- alot of new sections done, great crew, few small dumpers, but otherwise nice. Noticed alot of people have an app. on their phone for gps overlayed onto aerial right at their fingertips. Been trying to pair up bikes with quads, and it works out well. Always scouting new sections. Still have a few to connect. Weather not co-operating this week, SO I'll keep posting as week progresses.
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Post by mundy on Nov 12, 2020 16:16:57 GMT -5
Every Sunday til otherwise. 8:30 sign in, leave 9 a.m. Been some interest in weekdays also, BUT, I have to be present for access(as we do not use main entrances), and directions for trail sections. Friday after Thanksgiving is a possible date , maybe next week too. Just have to keep an eye on weather. Questions--call me direct 904-465-2013
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Post by mundy on Nov 12, 2020 19:09:19 GMT -5
Be sure to read previous posts for general info.
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Post by jpolvikoski on Nov 13, 2020 13:19:32 GMT -5
Mundy,
Is this Sunday good?
Jess
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Post by mundy on Nov 13, 2020 19:01:41 GMT -5
Perfect weather! YES.
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