phydeaux

We're in the planning stages of having a BBQ and day of fun at a park for August 12, 2007.
It would be nice if you also post a message to give us an idea of how many will be there. It will be for all members of SBW and their families, significant others, etc. Let's do this!!!
Thanks for your help.


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SPEED - ( 7 people) cookies & deviled eggs
phydeaux - (just myself) charcoal + ??
gwyneth - (Gwen and Throttlepimp + ??) pasta and potato salad
CBR600RRider01 - ( 6 people) inside out baked taters, meat too
Draconius - ( ?? people) corn on the cob
Iceman - ( ?? people) bulgogi
disco - ( ?? people) tacos, salsa
jonnyrocket - ( ?? people) beer and more beer
JonnyD - ( ?? people) burgers, buns
mmmgood - (2 people) Texas sheet cake
Jay fooey - (the one and only) water, hot links and buns


Campsite Description Fees Map On-line reservations Weather Program Guide Two words characterize Dos Picos County Park: oaks and mountains. Its name, Spanish for "two peaks," is derived from two prominent mountains nearby. In the shelter of these mountains, the small valley harbors a park filled with oak trees, some of them up to 300 years old. Dos Picos is surrounded by ranchland and steep rocky slopes, which help preserve its secluded atmosphere. The peaceful, shady park is particularly well suited for campers and picnickers. It is located 46 miles northeast of San Diego.

The First Inhabitants
Twentieth-century visitors have enjoyed Dos Picos for two decades, but they are by no means the first to be attracted to the area. Native Americans were living here 7000 years ago, lured by the abundant oak trees. These people, the Ipai, gathered their food from what nature provided – in this case a bountiful supply of acorns. Meal ground from these acorns was a staple of their diet.

Modern Residents
Dos Picos was home to much animal and plant life back then, and – fortunately for us – it has remained a natural haven. Coyote, fox, possum, skunk, and raccoon are all seen in the park. The wide range of habitats supports a large number of birds. Great blue herons, great egrets, and several species of ducks can be found on the pond. The oaks are home to red-shouldered hawks, woodpeckers, scrub jays, and western bluebirds, among others. California quail are afoot in the early mornings, while the evening skies are filled with the sounds of resident barn, screech, and great horned owls.

Not all the winged creatures are birds: many butterflies and moths live in or pass through the park. Especially interesting is the huge cecropia moth. This colorful member of the silkworm family feeds at night on the native ceanothus, or California lilac. Supporting the abundant wildlife is a mixture of chaparral, open grassland, and oak woodland. Coast live oak is the predominant tree, although Engelmann oaks occur throughout the park. The chaparral consists of scrub oak, California buckwheat, chamise, manzanita, ceanothus, and white and black sage.Visitors often remark on the huge boulders that dot the hillsides. These were formed when the granitic rock that makes up the mountains was brought to the surface by the movements of the earth’s crust. Over eons, exposure to the wind and rain has worn the granite to its present configuration.

Facilities
Dos Picos County Park was designed for campers and picnickers. Each campsite and picnic bench is fitted into the 78-acre area as naturally as possible. Tent sites, RV sites with partial hookups, and a caravan area offer alternatives for overnight stays. A holding tank disposal station and hot showers are additional amenities for campers. Visitors will enjoy the nature trail, horseshoe pits, play areas, and soccer field. Anglers might visit Lake Poway or Lake Sutherland, both a short distance away. Hikers often visit nearby Mt. Woodson. In the town of Ramona are the Guy B. Woodward Museum and Collier Park. The world-famous Wild Animal Park is 30 minutes away.

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Jonny Rocket

Voted for the first Sunday and two of these are race weekends, so those are a no go. I am down like a clown and it would be me, my wife, and our dog.

speedextreme16

Where would this be taking place, down near Riverside? Just wondering how far I may need to drive, if I can make it. The two later dates may work for me.

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phydeaux

It is tentatively planned for Dos Picos Park in Ramona.
Hope you can make it whenever it happens.

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Draconius

First sunday for me.

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Jay fooey

I have nothing planned for the 12th of August...
I'm hoping to ask a friend along as well...

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CBR600RRider01

Aug 12th is good for me!!!!!!!

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Iceman

I'm in!

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Gwyneth

August 12th is good. What about making it a weekend package and doing overnight camping? Is there camping there?

phydeaux

As a matter of fact there is. I will do a fact finding "mission" about such things as - price to camp - reservations needed(?) to camp - does $3/vehicle include bikes? - any sports facilities? (horseshoes, volleyball, softball?)

Please post up anything else you want me to find out. Thanks
This is gonna rock!!!

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