MAY 2020 Update

WOW Prep Meeting TeleConference
May 23rd (Saturday) @ 7pm
Teleconfonference phone number: 425-436-6339
​Pin: 420142
Topics:
Trail selections and assignments
Logistics review
T-Shirt information

Here is a good source for trails in the area. Click the book to link to their web site.

 Here is a list of trails that are in the book. No link to these yet.

Results from the shirt survey:

Helpful links:
https://www.estesparkatvrentals.com/trails/


Trail Leaders/Champions:
Jerry & Karen Budnick (Trail Pack 4)
Bill & Nancy Green (Trail Pack 5)
Phil (& Trey) Kittredge (Trail Pack 2)
​Mark Lott & Woody (Trail Pack 1)
Matt & Linda Macchiarolo (Trail Pack 3)

Supporting roles:
Layne Kittle - Overall logistics
​Bob Fentsemaker
​Mark Dabowski - Web site support

Ham Radio: Phil, Nancy and Bill are licensed amateur radio (ham) operators. We are checking on the ability to do a phone patch from their mobile radios.

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WOW UPDATED INFORMATION 
​February 2020

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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Question: Can I bring my Ford Ranger pickup?
Answer: Yes, as long as it is four-wheel drive.

Question: Can I bring a guest along with me?
Answer: Guests are always welcome but we respectfully ask that the trailmaster meet with the guest if possible prior to attending.

Question: Can I come for a partial week?
Answer: Yes, but please let us know what days you are planning for.

Question: Can i trailer my Jeep to the trail head?
Answer: It depends but some trails do not return to the trail head. All vehicles must be street legal.
The following are external links to the FunTreks web site where additional information on the trails may be obtained. They also offer GPX files for use with various GPS units or tablet software.
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Potential trails that we may utilize:
1. Storm Mountain/Bear Gulch - 10.8 miles - Difficult - 1 hour
2a. Pierson Park Road - 10.5 miles - Moderate - 3 hours
2b. Johnny Park Road - 5.1 miles - Difficult - 3 hours
3. Stillwater Pass - 23 miles - Easy - 3 hours
4a. Switzerland Trail - 14.3 miles - Easy - 2 hours
4 b. Pennsylvania Gulch - 2 miles - Moderate - 1 hour
5. Bunce School/T33 Crash Site - 13.6 miles - Difficult - 6 hours
6. Middle St. Vrain/Coney Flats - 11.2 miles - Difficult - 4 hours
7a. Kelly Flats - 10.6 miles - Difficult - 4 hours
7b. Seven Mile Creek - 7.1 miles - Moderate - 2 hours
7c. Bald Mountain - 16.5 miles - Difficult - 4 hours
7d. Green Ridge - 14.8 miles - Difficult - 5 hours
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Other trails to be considered:
Bright Trail - 5.2 miles - Easy - 2 hours
Gordon Gulch - 4.8 miles - Difficult - 2 hours
Old Fall River Road - 9 miles - Easy - 2 hours​
Mulstay Creek -4 miles - Moderate - 2 hours
North Supply Creek - 13 miles - Moderate - 2 hours
Rock Creek - 3.6 miles - Moderate - 2 hours

    WOW 2020 Estes Park Colorado

Interested Club Members:
1. Eric & Kristin P.
2. Bill & Nancy G. (Reservations made)
3. Mark & Cindy D.
4. Joe & Cindy C.
5. Mark L.
6. Bill & Liz W.
7. Cristian B.
8. Phil K.
​9. Paul P.
10. Jeff P.
​11. John H.
​12. Layne K.
13. Matt M. (Reservations made)
14. Bob F.
​15. Jerry B.
Interested Guests:
1. Jennifer K.
2. Marc J.
​3. Robert B.
​4. Lee M.
General information on the trails in Colorado may be found at the link below:

General Information:

Travel and visitor information including  accommodations, such as B&B, hotels/motels/cabins, campgrounds and RV parks
Official city website
Our trail master has prepared an initial packet to assist in planning for your trip. 

Jeep Rentals in Colorado (Note: Not all are close to Estes Park)
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Lodging

Set in a wooded area with a river, these modern, adults-only suites and cabins are 2 miles from downtown Estes Park and the Fall River entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park. Rates are about $175.00 per night.
This mountain lodge on 7 wooded acres adjoining Rocky Mountain National Park is 3.7 miles from the center of town and 4 miles from Estes Park Golf Course. Rates are about $185.00 per night.
Casual, rustic lodge offering informal accommodations with scenic views, plus a fishing pond. Rates are about $157.00 per night.
Contemporary hotel featuring an indoor pool & a gym, plus a restaurant/bar & a game room.
Riverside lodges & cabins, offering kitchen facilities & fireplaces, plus free Wi-Fi.
​Simple log cabins with kitchens, living rooms & complimentary Wi-Fi, plus a game room,

Camping

Note: This is adjacent to Rocky Mountain National Park and spaces fill quickly and there are numerous limitations for RV and tow vehicles such as size and age of the vehicle/camper.
Driving:
Distance (from Troy, MI)  - 1294 miles
Flying – closest airport - Denver
Fronter, United, Spirit, Delta
Denver to Estes Park 65-70 miles
Vehicle Transport/Shipping – Cristian has a preliminary quote of $1,500  round trip (per vehicle)– if we have 5 Jeeps to fill up the transport trailer. This is still less than the cost of a daily rental so keep that in mind.