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Waterton Canyon Down and Up Race

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-30-2015 at 00:59

---Quote (Originally by pilom)--- making it a Wild and Scenic River ---End Quote--- Do they really think they can get Wild & Scenic designation...

Bears on the Upper San Juan

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-30-2015 at 00:29

There was a bear spotted in Grand Canyon this year, so they are definitely around.

put-in/take-out etiquette

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 23:43

Ahh, this discussion reminds me of the classic fable of the turtle and the hair. The turtle was slow and was blocking the lane, so the hair just...

A few detailed questions on Wave Destroyers, frames, etc.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 23:14

---Quote (Originally by SpeyCatr)--- I originally had this idea that I would get a 2 man welded frame made by MadCatr but more and more I'm thinking...

put-in/take-out etiquette

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 22:22

---Quote (Originally by portercassidy)--- Just because you own a trailer does not mean you get more preference on public land. Everybody...

Carlson base modifications?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 22:08

I have used a pump with a piece of plywood screwed onto the bottom. Seams like a real easy mod. You could even paint it white or blue to match the...

put-in/take-out etiquette

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 21:13

Ramps are for TRAILERS. Stack your shit next to the ramp, not on it. Land your boat next to the ramp, not on it. If you need more than 5 minutes to...

Block Ice in Seattle, Missolua MT or North Fork ID???

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 20:58

The store they are talking about is the grocery store.. It is called saveway. they have quality block ice, bag ice, and dry ice.. they are not opened...

Bears on the Upper San Juan

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 20:46

These bears probably migrate out of the Blue Mountains (near Monticello) via Cedar Mesa and Comb Wash. Last place you would expect to see a bear...

Gallatin Saturday

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 20:26

Join the group Bozeman Whitewater on facebook. That's where you will find someone to paddle with. 400 is runnable but quite low.

What's up with the blue flows

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 20:23

---Quote (Originally by soggy_tortillas)--- They're cutting flows a little bit, but Cameo is still calling. ---End Quote--- Still 90* down here in...

Carlson base modifications?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 19:32

I am getting pretty tired of my 4" Carlson pump falling over every time I let go of it. I was wondering if any of you have made modifications to it...

Gallatin Saturday

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 19:05

Traveling to the area for work and wanted to bring my boat. Does anyone want to run the Gallatin on Saturday? I looked on AWW and it looks runable....

put-in/take-out etiquette

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 18:59

---Quote (Originally by Emmielou)--- The guide you are not-so-cryptically referring to is a long-time boatman with hundreds of WW trips under his...

Waterton Canyon Down and Up Race

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 18:10

Thanks for all the support everyone! We currently have about 10 racers definitely signed up and another 15 or so maybes. More are definitely welcome....

put-in/take-out etiquette

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 17:24

---Quote (Originally by restrac2000)--- I support that approach. More and more I am trying to default to assuming people are doing their best. Its...

What's up with the blue flows

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 16:52

They don't have a choice on the level of Dillon- it has to come down to accommodate spring runoff. The choice they do have is how they go about it. ...

Southfork Snake trip report - Spring/Fall

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 16:44

Thanks for the write-up. I've never been down the SFS, but I think I need to put it on my list. Might be a good one to dust off the canoe for. And...

Block Ice in Seattle, Missolua MT or North Fork ID???

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 16:34

Cool. And, thanks for the tip on the bears! Coming from the North, so trying not to go all the way down to Salmon, but will do if all else fails!

Arkansas River Camping Access

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 16:32

How about charging a token $5 bucks camping fee, keep the campground host and NOT advertising this place as a camp ground. Keep it low profile for...

Block Ice in Seattle, Missolua MT or North Fork ID???

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 16:28

I just got off the main and i stopped in salmon for a few things at the local store (can't remember the name but its the only store in town) I...

Chilko Chilkotin Fraser River

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 16:24

Perfect. I bought Claudia Schwab's book and it's great. Sooo many new rivers to explore. Thanks for the info. Happy Boating.

put-in/take-out etiquette

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 16:22

I was there Saturday as well. The guide was being a douche. A few private boaters were being douches. Lesson of the day: don't be a douche. ...

Bears on the Upper San Juan

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 16:10

Never seen them on the Juan but its great that they are using that habitat and don't seem to be interacting with humans in a negative way. Its...

Lower Salmon (Hammer Creek to Heller Bar) Trip Report

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 16:06

It sure sounds like you had a fun trip! You had better weather than we did a few weeks ago; we got rained on every day (but we didn't let that get us...

Mackay Raft Stolen

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 16:00

We'll keep an eye out for it at our shop, you may also want to send Zach Baird a pm and make him aware as well. Send all of the repair shops a pm...

Southfork Snake trip report - Spring/Fall

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 15:56

I was able to do two trips on the Southfork Snake this season. One in early June and one this past weekend. I've done this trip many, many times in...

put-in/take-out etiquette

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 15:25

---Quote (Originally by yesimapirate)--- JPG87, you started another thread about whether to take the wife, and I believe decided to take her. ...

A few detailed questions on Wave Destroyers, frames, etc.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 13:47

The 15WD also has a continuous curve rocker. It's a better choice if your talking about a passenger and don't want a Jag. Seriously Brotha, you need...

Bears on the Upper San Juan

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 12:43

there are also mountain lion, above Mex Hat. Pulled into Prospector Camp, tracks up and down the sand. Linda the Ranger has seen them by Mex...

Arkansas River Camping Access

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 12:38

Andrew makes a very good point which echos something said by the current camp host. Salida East is used by a number of people who work in Salida but...

Whitewater Forum : Boating Tues Sept 28

Professor Paddle · Washington, Oregon and vicinity · 09-29-2015 at 08:10

Author: imageAKSubject: Boating Tues Sept 28Posted: 29 Sep 2015 at 8:10amYeah a lot of AW pages dont have the thresholds set for low and high flow recommendations. Best to cross referenece PP as people report here more locally.

Best Trip ever

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 05:19

At first I was thinking "no way was that the best trip, you pissed of your wife" - people could have died kind of pissed off then, with the last...

put-in/take-out etiquette

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 05:11

Jeeze. Bad behavior does not justify bad behavior. Most of us go to the river to be inspired and get in touch with our better selves. You get out...

Lower Salmon (Hammer Creek to Heller Bar) Trip Report

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 04:48

2 boat trip - 1 16ft 1 18ft 6 people - 2 kids, 4 adults 9/18 - 9/23 3600cfs and rising (USGS Whitebird) This trip is absolutely awesome. What a...

put-in/take-out etiquette

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 04:41

I ran bear trap canyon earlier this month. We (1 private oar boat) tied off just upriver of the boat ramp, then went to get shuttle rig. We get back...

Looking for people for November 6th Lodore Trip

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 04:07

So I just scored a Lodore Canyon trip putting on on November 6th and I'm looking to fill it. I'm the only one currently signed on but I'd heavily...

A few detailed questions on Wave Destroyers, frames, etc.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 03:31

Can't reply to my old thread I started last year so I need to start a new thread (I guess this board has a no bringing old threads up from the dead...

Slaughterhouse Gets a Lift

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 03:20

I kinda liked the cut-off for taking commercial gapers down slaughter to be around 2200cfs (due to the bridge). Now we can really up the pucker...

put-in/take-out etiquette

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 03:18

---Quote (Originally by SpeyCatr)--- The thing I am having a hard time understanding is where is this guides professionalism? Imagine you're on a...

Pros and Cons of the Karma

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 03:02

The Karma is such an easy boat to paddle. If hovers over boils and weird water that can trip you up in other boats. Take one for a demo and I think...

Great Deals Out There

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 02:57

Also River Jewelry has some hand crafted nose clips (in the USA) for cheap! https://www.facebook.com/River-Jewelry-489437764567600/timeline/

Dog Island Fire Article

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else · 09-29-2015 at 02:44

He sounds like a serious loser. Thanks for linking the article.