Author Topic: CENTRAL OREGON TRIP! (Read 42362 times)

xcthulhux · « **on:** October 29, 2009, 05:10:15 pm »

So i was thinking.

You know how there is like 9 or 10 forum goers (off the top of all of our heads) in central oregon?

Why not go down there and have a party?

Details will be added as the thread progresses, as i have no idea what to do as of yet, but i think this could be fun!

WHO WANTS IN ON THIS?

Date:
Spring Break??? (still debating.)

Cassiopeia · « **Reply #1 on:** October 29, 2009, 05:11:31 pm »

YES, COME VISIT 8DD

xcthulhux · « **Reply #2 on:** October 29, 2009, 05:12:29 pm »

Quote from: Cassiopeia on October 29, 2009, 05:11:31 pm

YES, COME VISIT 8DD

i knew one of y'all would do this within the first 4 replies.

Griff_the_dragoon · « **Reply #3 on:** October 29, 2009, 10:55:46 pm »

well duh we are just that cool lol
As for location i would say my house but i am moving so i will not have the same epic house which could hold like 30 or so people
but i will look around as to location

Seluecos · « **Reply #4 on:** October 29, 2009, 11:41:12 pm »

Yeah, we'll look around and keep our eyes peeled
And Charly doesn't count lol, she's only been here a few months XD
Anyway, I would love it if you guys came for a visit ^^

Cassiopeia · « **Reply #5 on:** October 30, 2009, 01:14:24 am »

Quote from: Seluecos on October 29, 2009, 11:41:12 pm

And Charly doesn't count lol, she's only been here a few months XD

What
Of course I count. I'm not living in Vancouver anymore, am I? D8<

Griff_the_dragoon · « **Reply #6 on:** October 30, 2009, 02:17:05 am »

you count dont worry

TomtheFanboy · « **Reply #7 on:** October 30, 2009, 08:46:48 am »

I am always interested in road trips. I think we'd need to wait until the weather is better though.

Unless we just go down to Eugene or something. Do you consider that "central" or do we need to cross the mountains?

xcthulhux · « **Reply #8 on:** October 30, 2009, 12:13:52 pm »

Quote from: TomtheFanboy on October 30, 2009, 08:46:48 am

I am always interested in road trips. I think we'd need to wait until the weather is better though.

Unless we just go down to Eugene or something. Do you consider that "central" or do we need to cross the mountains?

im talking about bend.
like
you know...
bend...

Seluecos · « **Reply #9 on:** October 30, 2009, 01:34:26 pm »

Yeah, the REAL central oregon lol

TomtheFanboy · « **Reply #10 on:** October 30, 2009, 05:03:31 pm »

Quote from: xcthulhux on October 30, 2009, 12:13:52 pm

im talking about bend.
like
you know...
bend...

ARE YOU!
REALLY?
LET ME CHECK!

Quote from: xcthulhux on October 29, 2009, 05:10:15 pm

So i was thinking.

You know how there is like 9 or 10 forum goers (off the top of all of our heads) in central oregon?

Why not go down there and have a party?

Details will be added as the thread progresses, as i have no idea what to do as of yet, but i think this could be fun!

WHO WANTS IN ON THIS?

Oh look you NEVER SAID BEND.

That's why I asked.
OK cool, so yes we do kind of want to do it at a time of year where we don't have to worry about "the pass".

xcthulhux · « **Reply #11 on:** October 30, 2009, 05:17:48 pm »

Quote from: TomtheFanboy on October 30, 2009, 05:03:31 pm

"the pass".

wat

legoman60 · « **Reply #12 on:** October 30, 2009, 06:22:42 pm »

The Santiam (spelling?) pass is usually covered in snow from I believe November to February or March, and it is the most direct route to Bend.

xcthulhux · « **Reply #13 on:** October 30, 2009, 07:05:36 pm »

Quote from: legoman60 on October 30, 2009, 06:22:42 pm

The Santiam (spelling?) pass is usually covered in snow from I believe November to February or March, and it is the most direct route to Bend.

hmm...
i don't see the issue here...

HardstyleZombie · « **Reply #14 on:** October 30, 2009, 08:57:53 pm »

i will go to see soundy and every one or just her and mini man cuz i dont know any one else

xcthulhux · « **Reply #15 on:** October 30, 2009, 09:46:55 pm »

Quote from: HardstyleZombie on October 30, 2009, 08:57:53 pm

i will go to see soundy and every one or just her and mini man cuz i dont know any one else

Im pretty much going to see soundy, but i would like to see mini-man, griff, pat, etc. as well.

HardstyleZombie · « **Reply #16 on:** October 30, 2009, 09:55:47 pm »

Griff_the_dragoon · « **Reply #17 on:** October 30, 2009, 10:32:12 pm »

Well if you are gonna do it make it quick cause the pass is not fun to drive in when a blizzard is blowing. Plus they usually will have the road closed if it is not safe

xcthulhux · « **Reply #18 on:** October 30, 2009, 11:27:32 pm »

Quote from: Griff_the_dragoon on October 30, 2009, 10:32:12 pm

Well if you are gonna do it make it quick cause the pass is not fun to drive in when a blizzard is blowing. Plus they usually will have the road closed if it is not safe

if it is really that bad, we will have to wait.
i don't think we an plan something like this that quickly.

i know its kind of lame, but sadly its the truth.

though, i can pitch in like 50 if somebody wants to attempt it like next weekend.

Cassiopeia · « **Reply #19 on:** October 31, 2009, 01:04:23 am »

Studded tires...

xcthulhux · « **Reply #20 on:** October 31, 2009, 01:13:28 am »

Quote from: Cassiopeia on October 31, 2009, 01:04:23 am

Studded tires...

depends on if the driver(s) have them.

HardstyleZombie · « **Reply #21 on:** October 31, 2009, 10:59:11 am »

you can walk there and pull out some silon powers and make the car float over the pass

xcthulhux · « **Reply #22 on:** October 31, 2009, 11:35:32 am »

Quote from: HardstyleZombie on October 31, 2009, 10:59:11 am

you can walk there and pull out some silon powers and make the car float over the pass

please no scientology references.
we don't need to be getting "Fair Gamed" via the kumoricon forum do we?

TomtheFanboy · « **Reply #23 on:** October 31, 2009, 12:30:04 pm »

Quote from: xcthulhux on October 31, 2009, 11:35:32 am

Quote from: HardstyleZombie on October 31, 2009, 10:59:11 am
you can walk there and pull out some silon powers and make the car float over the pass
please no scientology references.
we don't need to be getting "Fair Gamed" via the kumoricon forum do we?

..................Sylons are scientologist? The ones from Battlestar Galactica?

I actually have snow tires for the mighty van. There's no way I'd bother puting them on for this cause though. Sorry. The van is awesome but it is not that dependable mechanically.
High charisma,
low constitution.

xcthulhux · « **Reply #24 on:** October 31, 2009, 12:41:16 pm »

Quote from: TomtheFanboy on October 31, 2009, 12:30:04 pm

Quote from: xcthulhux on October 31, 2009, 11:35:32 am
Quote from: HardstyleZombie on October 31, 2009, 10:59:11 am
you can walk there and pull out some silon powers and make the car float over the pass
please no scientology references.
we don't need to be getting "Fair Gamed" via the kumoricon forum do we?

..................Sylons are scientologist? The ones from Battlestar Galactica?

I actually have snow tires for the mighty van. There's no way I'd bother puting them on for this cause though. Sorry. The van is awesome but it is not that dependable mechanically.
High charisma,
low constitution.

the highest charisma.
that is a sexy van.

scilon is a comedic nickname for scientologists, mostly used by the "organization" called anonymous.

i'm sure you have heard of them.

HardstyleZombie · « **Reply #25 on:** October 31, 2009, 02:21:13 pm »

i have been fair gamed already

xcthulhux · « **Reply #26 on:** October 31, 2009, 02:24:11 pm »

Quote from: HardstyleZombie on October 31, 2009, 02:21:13 pm

i have been fair gamed already

me too haha!

anyway, im thinking that we should postpone this trip until like february. that seems like a reasonable time to go amirite?

HardstyleZombie · « **Reply #27 on:** October 31, 2009, 02:27:23 pm »

ok y not it sounds good

Roddy Manic · « **Reply #28 on:** November 01, 2009, 01:54:03 am »

Quote from: xcthulhux on October 30, 2009, 05:17:48 pm

Quote from: TomtheFanboy on October 30, 2009, 05:03:31 pm
"the pass".
wat

tee hee...
"Santiam Pass is a 4,817-foot (1,468 m) mountain pass in the Cascade Range in central Oregon in the United States. It is located on the border between Linn and Jefferson counties, about 18 mi (29 km) northwest of Sisters, between the prominent volcanic horns of Three Fingered Jack to the north and Mount Washington to the south. "

and, bend already has snow. this is from an hour ago.

and
Best Time to Drive: July-October, McKenzie Pass is closed in the winter months. Gas is only available in Sister--make sure you fill'er up!

but... that is the best time for "scenic" driving. March should be a safe time. Mar 22st to March 26th is spring break so maybe arond then? and I can bring 4 people, my son's dad has him for spring brake so no need to worry about a space for him. And maybe we could like stay the night at someones?? I think a sleepover would be fun!!!!

xcthulhux · « **Reply #29 on:** November 01, 2009, 08:26:56 am »

This idea is good. Spring break would be a good time, but aren't they planning the beach trip for spring break?

Roddy Manic · « **Reply #30 on:** November 01, 2009, 05:05:39 pm »

Oh, I didn't know about that. alother time would be better anyways from reading things and talking to my dad.
It seems the pass can get chain needed snow even in april. the safest time to go would be in May-Aug.

So... I was thinking... still the sleepover idea in here. but maybe on June 25 and 26, and plan a big thing. School would be over, yet just over so summer just started so most people not on vacations yet. I believe there is no con's at that time, near ones, but I might be wrong on that. Have it be a big fun HELLO CENTRAL OREGON PARTY TIME fun meet up madness goodness... maybe...

xcthulhux · « **Reply #31 on:** November 01, 2009, 05:10:53 pm »

Quote from: Roddy Manic on November 01, 2009, 05:05:39 pm

Oh, I didn't know about that. alother time would be better anyways from reading things and talking to my dad.
It seems the pass can get chain needed snow even in april. the safest time to go would be in May-Aug.

So... I was thinking... still the sleepover idea in here. but maybe on June 25 and 26, and plan a big thing. School would be over, yet just over so summer just started so most people not on vacations yet. I believe there is no con's at that time, near ones, but I might be wrong on that. Have it be a big fun HELLO CENTRAL OREGON PARTY TIME fun meet up madness goodness... maybe...

so what we need is confirmation from everyone who wants to go, that they want to go, and a place to stay.

Also, im guessing we will have a small fee for gas amirite?

Teddy_Bearxx · « **Reply #32 on:** November 01, 2009, 05:11:14 pm »

I might be able to go.
In a matter of fact,
Sarge and I were planning her come to my house sometime in Decemeber.
Battle of the the BANDS BABY!!!
=DD

xcthulhux · « **Reply #33 on:** November 01, 2009, 05:16:21 pm »

Quote from: Teddy_Bearxx on November 01, 2009, 05:11:14 pm

Sarge and I were planning her come to my house sometime in Decemeber.
Battle of the the BANDS BABY!!!
=DD

have fun getting there >.>

Teddy_Bearxx · « **Reply #34 on:** November 01, 2009, 05:30:04 pm »

I'll have my permit. And I can drive with family.
I can take my brother with me and we can meet up.
I'm planning it.

xcthulhux · « **Reply #35 on:** November 01, 2009, 05:38:30 pm »

Quote from: Teddy_Bearxx on November 01, 2009, 05:30:04 pm

I'll have my permit. And I can drive with family.
I can take my brother with me and we can meet up.
I'm planning it.

how are you going to get over the pass in december?

Teddy_Bearxx · « **Reply #36 on:** November 01, 2009, 05:47:21 pm »

I've been driving for years.
=D

xcthulhux · « **Reply #37 on:** November 01, 2009, 05:51:01 pm »

Quote from: Teddy_Bearxx on November 01, 2009, 05:47:21 pm

I've been driving for years.
=D

it is more than likely going to be closed.

Griff_the_dragoon · « **Reply #38 on:** November 01, 2009, 10:37:43 pm »

well spring break sounds great to me

Shingami_lover · « **Reply #39 on:** November 01, 2009, 10:45:03 pm »

I will go... the beach trip is on March 20th though... and last year there was still snow on the road in Bend in March

Seluecos · « **Reply #40 on:** November 02, 2009, 12:51:31 am »

Occasionally there is, not often though
Anyway, if people do make a trip up here, I'll make a special HDC meetup for ya guys ^^
Also, if you need to save some money on hotel rooms, I can always have one or two people over at my house

Roddy Manic · « **Reply #41 on:** November 02, 2009, 01:00:11 am »

My sis lives in bend, not an anime fan type, but she maybe might let me and maybe one other stay, maybe if we like promise to watch her sons at night so her and Mat can do something, ^^;; but... Yeah.. looking to see if any hotals are cheap enough. if there is I can reserve it and people just chip in. I'll post as soon as I figure it out.

oh, and I love my nephews they are too cute! them yeasterday.

xcthulhux · « **Reply #42 on:** November 02, 2009, 08:18:03 am »

well, if we can plan around the beach trip, than this could work for spring break, which sounds pretty awesome to me.
what date would you guys like to do this?

Roddy Manic · « **Reply #43 on:** November 02, 2009, 11:02:25 am »

If it's in march, I wouldn't want to drive. I have a tiny Kia rio, if there ends up being snow it can not handle it. Also, getting that much time off work seems something I can't do. (that much being both for then and the beach trip all in the same week.)

And found hotal. I just put in May 28th to 29th since that is when there should for sure be no snow in the pass.
2 Queen Beds Room 88.00 8.80 96.80
so about $100, if we have 4 it is only $25 each. I think I rather do this when I don't have my son, so if the days work for everyone maybe like pick people up after school on friday and hang out a little then sleep then do something saturday and head home later that day.

I don't have my son
May 28th weekend
Jun 11th weekend
Jun 25th weekend

if it is the 25th then school would have ended and we could head out even earlier. And, that was just the first hotal, I might find a cheeper one too.

xcthulhux · « **Reply #44 on:** November 02, 2009, 11:09:52 am »

Quote from: Roddy Manic on November 02, 2009, 11:02:25 am

If it's in march, I wouldn't want to drive. I have a tiny Kia rio, if there ends up being snow it can not handle it. Also, getting that much time off work seems something I can't do. (that much being both for then and the beach trip all in the same week.)

And found hotal. I just put in May 28th to 29th since that is when there should for sure be no snow in the pass.
2 Queen Beds Room 88.00 8.80 96.80
so about $100, if we have 4 it is only $25 each. I think I rather do this when I don't have my son, so if the days work for everyone maybe like pick people up after school on friday and hang out a little then sleep then do something saturday and head home later that day.

I don't have my son
May 28th weekend
Jun 11th weekend
Jun 25th weekend

if it is the 25th then school would have ended and we could head out even earlier. And, that was just the first hotal, I might find a cheeper one too.

Well, lets see what happens.

June 25th sounds good, but a long ways away. I want to go asap.

If we can find another driver, and you COULD get the time off, then we could do it in march, but i do understand your concern. I happen to find you a key part of this trip, and it would suck if you couldn't go.

Cyprus · « **Reply #45 on:** November 02, 2009, 12:43:59 pm »

Ok, let's clear the air a little here...coming from a Central Oregonian that travels and has lived here most of my life. The best way to go in bad weather is over hood by gov't camp. This pass will be open & is typically the most travelled in winter since the other routes get closed most of the time. Hood can get bad though, & if you are not an experienced driver, you should get someone who is. During the winter, you should always at least carry chains over any pass to avoid getting turned around by a state cop.

As for the weather here, don't plan to only visit if the weather is nice because Central Oregon weather is un-predictable. If you don't like snow...then I would say June or later since we never know when our summer is gonna start for real here lol.

And if you guys are coming, you get to put up with all of us! Oh yes...that includes me *evil grin forms* seriously though, it would be fun & as long as someone has the driving experience & well maintained car, shouldn't need to wait until next summer.

xcthulhux · « **Reply #46 on:** November 02, 2009, 12:52:56 pm »

the way im looking at it right now, we will probably end up coming in june, but i would like to come sooner if possible.

~boogiepop~ · « **Reply #47 on:** November 02, 2009, 12:59:17 pm »

I think I'll be in Central Oregon already for my Spring Break (I think it will be something like the 26th-1st), if something is going on with Griff or Katie I'd be happy to hang out with them. In fact, I'll be finishing up cosplay for Sakuracon so if you two want to get together for cosplay making's I'd be alright with that too.

Seluecos · « **Reply #48 on:** November 02, 2009, 01:34:06 pm »

Sweet Nikki! We'll have to hang out and play some IIDX ^^

Roddy Manic · « **Reply #49 on:** November 02, 2009, 01:37:53 pm »

I use to live in CO, so I know snow driving. but, my car now is a tiny little kia rio, it can not handle snow that is bad enough to use chains.

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