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Climbing and ... Climbing => Masters of Mud -- Pinnacles => Topic started by: mynameismud on September 25, 2013, 02:49:51 PM
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A group of Pinnacles rock climbers have volunteered to assist organizing a three-day work party in late October 2013 to address resource impacts resulting from overuse and social trail creation in the Discovery Wall, Tourist Trap and Top-rope Wall areas. Because the number of volunteers who may show up can not be accurately predicted, the purpose of this compliance document is to describe all possible options. Only a few of the options described will actually be carried out this year. This proposal is intended serve as compliance for further action when funding and available labor allows, from now to 2020.
In all affected areas, efforts will be made to re-vegetate with native plants, and to place brush and vertical mulching to deter visitor incursions. Permanent fencing would be standard split rail. Temporary fencing could be either post and rope, buck and rail, or green cloth/t-post. To reduce visual impact, preference will be given to 3' high post and rope fencing, which uses 1/2" diameter matte finish metal posts pounded 1' into the ground. Any signage would conform to current Pinnacles back-country sign standards for size and design.
In the Tourist Trap area, the project involves construction of a 30 Lft. log staircase, construction of 48 Sq Ft. of log retaining wall. (Photos attached.) Similar work for this area was the subject of another recent PEPC review, number 31636. Directly below the climb "Thrill Hammer" are two social trails. One social trail would be closed with temporary fencing and a sign, the other formalized and reinforced with the 20 step log staircase. About 10 cubic feet (3' X 2" X 20 steps) would need to be excavated for stairway construction. Between the "Thrill Hammer" and "Rat Race" areas, the user trail is too narrow and soil is unstable. Excavation of approximately 2 cubic feet (12' X 2") would be required for construction of a 12' X 2' log retaining wall that could support the trail and extend service life. Nearby, temporary fencing would be installed to block another social trail crossing creek bed. Finally, the area directly below "Rat Race" is heavily impacted and completely devoid of vegetation. In the future, this area would be hardened with approximately 200 cubic feet of dry stone retaining walls and check steps. Excavation of 3.5 cubic feet of soil (3' X 2" X 7 steps) would be required to install the 7 steps. In attached photosThe project leader would consult with Resource staff regarding sourcing of building materials and crush fill.
In the Discovery Wall area, social trails would be consolidated by 100 Lft. of fencing, signage, and re-naturalization of impacted areas. (See attached photos) Permanent fencing would be installed in one particularly vulnerable area, and two, one and a half foot deep holes would be needed for posts. Two areas would have check step style retaining structures to reduce erosion. Approximately 10 cubic feet of excavation would be required for these structures. This area has already been surveyed by an NPS archaeologist, with no significant findings. (Page 3 of attached report.)
In the Top-rope Rock area another network of social trails would be consolidated into a single desirable and sustainable route using 100Lft. of temporary fencing, placement of brush, re-vegetation, and installation of one additional sign to formalize a seldom used access route. Where Top-rope Rock is located, the Rim trail skirts in and out of the legislated wilderness boundary, but the proposed project area is outside of wilderness. See attached documents for a through treatment of the topic.
Finally, monitoring would be an integral part of this project's success. Should resource conditions not improve over time, select areas of fencing could be transitioned to different types including permanent split rail.
James Bouknight
Trail and Fence Maintenance Supervisor
Pinnacles National Park
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Mud,
Is this posted somewhere with the attachments?
Who is planning to help?
I know Larry from Mtn Tools was talking about this at the rendezvous and I also remember Brad posting something about a meeting that took place some months back.
thanks!
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I can see if getting the attachments as posted is possible
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I just got an invite to join the fun from Mountain Tools.
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I just got an invite to join the fun from Mountain Tools.
Squiddo did to and thought he was special.
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this is a cut and paste of the Mountain Tools email. I tried to find it on their web page but was not able to.
http://mtntools.com/index.html
Join us for
PINNACLES CLIMBER APPRECIATION DAYS
October 25th - 27th, 2013
IT'S PAYBACK TIME, BABY!
Mark your Calendar and Save the Date! Sign up to lend a hand, flex your muscles and have some fun while making an important contribution - to our newest National Park.
Help repair & restore approach paths & rope up spots at Tourist Trap, Discovery Wall & Teaching Rock... while learning new skills & making new friends - or enjoy a casual hike while scouting for trash along popular trails (prizes awarded).
Check in Friday & Saturday 8-10am at the Eastside Ranger Station and get your FREE Pinnacles Appreciation T-Shirt, Camping Pass & a Raffle Ticket!
Learn more about Leave No Trace, Wag Bags & NPO's from visiting rock stars.
Volunteer Hours: Friday & Saturday 9am - 3pm, Sunday 9am -12pm. Climbing afterwards. Shuttle / car pool from camp at 08:30... or meet one of the sites!
Bring your Climbing Partners; sturdy shoes / boots, gloves, safety glasses, helmet; water & lunches plus camp chair, mug & utensils for BBQ
Festivities - Friday night Q&A, panel discussion & trivia contest; Saturday night BBQ / entertainment / gear raffle / giveaways . Do you have a special talent? If so, bring it!
RSVP to climb510@mtntools.com by 10/18 for group campground assignment
(Thur-Sat nites available), meal preference (beef, chicken or vege) & T-shirt size.
We've Got Your Back - The AF, AAC, FOP & the NPS are sponsoring and underwriting this event with the support of industry partners. Your contribution of time & energy is the ultimate payback for decades of Pinnacles climbing! See you at the Pinns!
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Okay, Larry is throwing in a group site...this will be fun.
Who is planning to go?
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Pretty much committed to ShutEye already. gah!
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I might take Friday off in order to participate for one day. I think I am already commited to a 100 mile mtb ride that weekend.
How about I throw in a mudncrud mug for anyone from the site that participates.
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How about I throw in a mudncrud mug for anyone from the site that participates.
That would be cool!
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weak sauces!
Dude you've been holding out on holy mugs??? My handle cracked so it's been retired.
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Have been testing out a second generation mug.
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unless the coffee is deep dark acidic hot hot hot mud, it isn't really being tested.
what are your test methodologies?
Do you need user acceptance testing as well?
we're here to help. ;D
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Have been testing out a second generation mug.
With warm milk I assume and a little coffee?
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I think Joe and I will be down for Friday and maybe until Saturday morning. For Joe it depends on the rate of adult beverage consumption as to whether the night is spent there.
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Afrika Joe is back???
I'll be there, but just for good looks and signing guide books.
I can only use 1 arm..no manual labor for me.
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Yes Joe is back. Saw him at the gym and his muscles looked huge, I think he might be on steroids.
He's no longer Afrikan... soon to be a Pattagucci Joe.
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soon to be a Pattagucci Joe.
Did he get a sponsorship?
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No sponsorship for Joe that I know of. He wants to go to Patagonia to climb rocks and socialize.
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get signed up - it's back on!
http://www.mtntools.com/pinns/
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Mug? T-shirt? beer? Just thought I'd ask.
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No sponsorship for Joe that I know of. He wants to go to Patagonia to climb rocks and socialize.
He would be the perfect model when he wears a shirt...
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Mug? T-shirt? beer? Just thought I'd ask.
Mug
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just saw this...hola a todos...I am definitely heading to this event Friday morning for the day...would do more, but we have an annual concert event (Bridge School Benefit) that can't be missed...
if anyone wants to carpool from the cruz, I'm happy to drive...most likely driving back to the cruz friday evening...