Ophir Canyon RSVP

[Crystal]

We are heading back to our favorite location in Utah, Ophir Canyon!

We will be spending the night at our favorite camping site, located on a grassy wooded patch next to a quiet little stream. We plan on occupying most of our time searching for a few famous mines in the area. Expect to see some new historical places in Utah that are not visited very often. This trip will last two days and you can expect to be home by 8:00pm on August 20th. Don't be surprised if you're late though. . .

Gear List:
Camping gear: Sleeping bag, tent (depending on weather), clothes, etc.
Helmet/Hardhat: For exploring mines, let us know ahead if you need to borrow one.
Headlamp: So you can see all the cool mine stuff! And extra batteries!!
Cameras: Make sure they are charged up and ready to rock.
Sturdy shoes/boots: These come in pretty handy, waterproof preferably.
Bring warm clothes! The canyon gets pretty chilly at night and plan for rain.

Food:
Bring lots of water/sports drinks.
Pack a light lunch and some snacks.
Dinner and Breakfast will be provided courtesy of the Mojave Mine Team.
If you would like to bring something for the group or help with dinner or breakfast let me (Crystal) know.


We are heading out on Tuesday August 19th at 3:00pm from the Common Cents / Exxon gas station just off the 1600N Orem I-15 exit #273 For those of you in the Salt Lake Valley, we will also be meeting people at the mouth of Ophir Canyon on the first main dirt road that splits to the left at apx. 4:15pm.
If you need a ride let me know now! And hopefully we can work something out.


If you are going for sure please RSVP now!! I need an official head count so we can plan accordingly, please leave a post or PM me.
If you already RSVP on Meetup no need to do it twice.
Let me know if you have any questions.

[Mike]

I'll be there!

[mymania]

Alas, I can't make it

[iamsquat]

I RSVP'ed for the trip but I am in need of a ride. PM me if you have anyone to give me a ride :P

[ExpUt]

Any updates on permissions for the Ophir mines? I know as of last you were still working on it. Any plans for a location change?

I'm in Sandy and likely have a ride for any interested party, mabey a couple if needed. Let me know!

Also, any recommendations on a helmet or a place to get one? A caver buddy really recommends the Petzl Ecrin Roc helmet, hoping to score one today, any suggested outlets that are friendly to the Mojave cause?

[Mike]

Were still working on Ophir Hill, more definitive plans tonight. Working with somebody who should be able to secure a spot inside the mine. We'll let everybody know by this evening.

As far as helmets are concerned, we'd recommend the Camp Armor. Petzl is a good trusted brand though... whichever is lower profile I say.

[ExpUt]

Thanks for the update Mike.

Anyone have a recommended vendor? Looks like there are a handful of outlets in the Wasatch Front, I'd like to spend my money at a supportive company or even possibly a Mojave member.

[Mike]

You know, Jeremiah really knows his stuff as far as helmets and gear are concerned and he knows the area well.

Mojave Underground doesn't have any special outfitter connections... yet... I'm still working on that.

[ExpUt]

You know, Jeremiah really knows his stuff as far as helmets and gear are concerned and he knows the area well.

Mojave Underground doesn't have any special outfitter connections... yet... I'm still working on that.

Very good, let us know when you do. In the meantime it looks like Backcountry.com has all of the different models in stock, I'm heading there this afternoon.

[one_bad_rover]

Black Diamond cut us a 40% off all climbing gear a few years ago. I dont know that I still have the contact info, but give them a call and get in touch with their PR rep. Getting a $300 rope for $180 is a hell of a deal, plus harnesses, and all the other goods.

[ExpUt]

Packing up right now, I'm planning on meeting you guys in Ophir, I'll be in a red Toyota Tacoma. Thanks!