Post by: RIDEMYST on October 30, 2015, 05:23:23 pm
However that said, there may be a number of members that want to do a camping event or moreover potential members that would join MSTA if camping was promoted more by our group.
What are your thoughts? -JEP-
Post by: HawkGTRider on October 30, 2015, 06:00:14 pm
My first camping event was STAR in Nashville, Indiana, where the Indiana squadron had gone out of their way to make arrangements for camping. Since then I've camped at a number of events. At some events I was the ONLY person who camped. I still enjoyed it. And yes, cost of a hotel room does come into play. At TN-STAR I used to keep my room open 24 hours to allow campers a place to shower, etc.
At one STAR in Avon, CO, I was the only person camping, and I had to go to a NFS campground almost 35 miles from Avon. But it was cool. The campground was otherwise deserted. There was a fantastic rushing stream running by my site which made for wonderful white noise to sleep by.
So yeah, I'd be up for a camping event.
Post by: rideandfly on October 30, 2015, 06:25:08 pm
During our travels around the lower 48 have seen (younger) groups Sport/DS meeting at campgrounds for rides, either camping or staying in the campground's cabins. ADV, BMW, and Cruiser groups also meet at campgrounds.
Both of the following campgrounds have cabins, very clean restrooms, and showers.
Stayed at Tellico Plains TN earlier this month:
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Camped at Linville Falls NC earlier this year:
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Post by: Patmo on October 30, 2015, 07:58:43 pm
Some years ago (about 10) myself and several people from Ohio Riders reserved a group camping area in Shawnee State Park ( Portsmouth, Oh ), and a couple of years later a bunch of us associated through Sport-touring.net did the same thing at Laural River Lake campground in Kentucky. Had a great time at both events. I've done some individual motocamping on my own as well. As a kid we never did family vacations in hotels, but we camped all over the country. When my kids where young we had a pop-up camper and did several camping vacations. I still have lots of camping gear.
As I stated above, I think having a camping option that is as close as possible to a host hotel is a plus for any event. I like the idea of using state/national parks for events because many of them offer a range of accomidations, including camping.
If there is enough interest expressed I would certainly be up to helping organize just such an event next year. I can think of a couple of perfect venues here in Kentucky for it.
Post by: rideandfly on October 31, 2015, 11:33:09 am
http://www.forestcamping.com/dow/southern/pisgcmp.htm#mortimer
Old NC 105:
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Fixing a tire tube problem on Maple Sally RD:
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Post by: Brick on October 31, 2015, 09:50:19 pm
We like to camp & ride at Mortimer Campground NC. They don't have electricty at the sites, but they have showers & restrooms. Last time we stayed it was $10 per night and if you are 62 or older, could get a site for $5 per night, probably with the Golden Age card. This is a US Forest campground in the middle of many DS fire roads with Wilson Creek close by.
http://www.forestcamping.com/dow/southern/pisgcmp.htm#mortimer
Old NC 105:
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Fixing a tire tube problem on Maple Sally RD:
(https://ridemsta.com/mstaforums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi657.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fuu299%2Fvstromklr%2FMotorcycle%252009%2FDSCN0487.jpg&hash=134689aafb83c7f191467d3c3049209cefd160b4) (http://s657.photobucket.com/user/vstromklr/media/Motorcycle%2009/DSCN0487.jpg.html)
Post by: rideandfly on October 31, 2015, 10:28:34 pm
We've been camping all over the nation and learned one thing, need a toy hauler to transport bikes during trips. Enjoyed Beartooth Pass in Montana, hope to have bikes next time. Enjoyed camping at Custer State Park SD, saw many motorcycles there, too. Even had "Jungle Jack Hanna" to visit our campsite one morning asking questions about our camper in Montana.
Please forgive me, I take too many photos so here's another shot while camping in Montana:
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Post by: ipnman on November 01, 2015, 12:42:15 pm
Looks like we have a few that like camping
They should communicate with each other to set-up a camp JFF event
Just a thought
Dennis
Post by: Neirbog on November 01, 2015, 12:56:50 pm
We camp with the BMW groups and when we go to the track. It became much easier when I got the 1200GS, which is a pack mule with a BMW rondel.
Of course it's much nicer if showers are available and a local café. We have some great camping areas around here. Let us know if you guys are interested in this area, we would be interested in organizing something. We need more dual sport and dirt events since this is such a growing area. We have areas that also provide great paved rides.
Gayla and Bill
Post by: rideandfly on November 01, 2015, 01:49:43 pm
We like camping & riding!
Post by: ipnman on November 02, 2015, 10:17:37 am
Dennis
Post by: rideandfly on November 02, 2015, 11:25:10 am
Thinking out loud again, posted photos earlier in this thread,
One campground with camper sites, tent sites, cabins, grill, and very clean restrooms/showers is Cherohala Mountain Trails Campground:
http://www.cmtrails.com/ (http://www.cmtrails.com/)
Looks like a nice place for on & off pavement riding. Don't know many roads in the area except for the Dragon & Cherohala Skyway. :)
Here's a nice campground approximate 15 minute ride on the Blue Ridge Parkway to the Big Lynn Event:
http://www.linvillefalls.com/
Post by: TN2Wheeler on November 02, 2015, 05:46:51 pm
Post by: Brick on November 02, 2015, 06:46:03 pm
Post by: rideandfly on November 02, 2015, 07:19:49 pm
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Grill:
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Post by: ipnman on November 03, 2015, 09:30:23 am
Get together with the other campers to schedule a "Just for Fun" event in 2016
Dennis
Post by: rideandfly on November 03, 2015, 11:52:13 am
Bill,
Get together with the other campers to schedule a "Just for Fun" event in 2016
Dennis
Dennis,
OK!
Post by: qman8 on November 03, 2015, 01:14:06 pm
Post by: Brick on November 03, 2015, 01:51:28 pm
Bill should know the dates for MSTA's regular Regional events first so he doesn't plan his JFF event the same weekend.
I don't see 2016 dates on line?
Bill,
Get together with the other campers to schedule a "Just for Fun" event in 2016
Dennis
Post by: rideandfly on November 03, 2015, 02:16:42 pm
Post by: TN2Wheeler on November 03, 2015, 03:55:08 pm
Dennis,That's because they haven't been finalized. I'm told probably about a month from now.
Bill should know the dates for MSTA's regular Regional events first so he doesn't plan his JFF event the same weekend.
I don't see 2016 dates on line?Bill,
Get together with the other campers to schedule a "Just for Fun" event in 2016
Dennis
Post by: TN2Wheeler on November 03, 2015, 05:18:58 pm
One thing to be aware of in October is bear hunting opens. Probably not an issue for street riders but it is for dualsporters. The bear hunters use radio equipped dogs so when the season opens there are LOTS of dogs and trucks/jeeps on those national forest roads.
That said, I'd love to go down there again if I can stay in a cabin. I don't do tents and sleeping on the ground. :^
Post by: rideandfly on November 03, 2015, 07:33:43 pm
Will also start a JFF event thread later this week.
Post by: Patmo on November 03, 2015, 08:05:59 pm
9/16-18
Post by: touringman on November 03, 2015, 10:25:37 pm
Post by: RIDEMYST on November 04, 2015, 06:14:56 am
Post by: PYG RYDR on November 04, 2015, 06:39:09 am
http://www.cmtrails.com/ (http://www.cmtrails.com/)
Looks like a nice place for on & off pavement riding. Don't know many roads in the area except for the Dragon & Cherohala Skyway. :) "
Last year, 2015 Fools Run, was held at the Cherohala Mountain Trails Campground. A very nice campground, very nice owner and great dual sport roads nearby!
PYG RYDR
Post by: ipnman on November 04, 2015, 08:43:02 am
Dennis
Post by: rideandfly on November 04, 2015, 09:45:27 am
http://ridemsta.com/mstaforums/just-for-fun-events/2016-tellico-plains-tn-fall-event-jff/ (http://ridemsta.com/mstaforums/just-for-fun-events/2016-tellico-plains-tn-fall-event-jff/)
Agree with Jim when he mentioned bear hunting causing possible problems for DS riders. Just checked the 2015 Black Bear hunting season for Tellico TN and it ended 10/11/15 this year. They don't have 2016 posted yet.
Daylight savings time ends 11/6/16.
At this time Cherohala Mountain Trails Campground has the following dates available:
Cherohala Mountain Trails Campground
32 Reliance Rd Tellico Plains TN 37385
423-253-6061
Wayne & Kellie Owners
cherohalatrails@gmail.com (cherohalatrails%40gmail.com)
http://www.cmtrails.com/ (http://www.cmtrails.com/)
Current Dates available:
10/14-10/16 2016
10/21-10/23 2016
10/28-10/30 2016 Halloween Weekend
Post by: Downs on December 11, 2015, 08:51:08 pm
Here's a few of my MSTA event campsites.
Ride the Rio 2010
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2010 ByWay Boogie
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T-24 in 2012
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OZARKS BS 2012
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BS rally is right next to a camp ground. The By Way Boogie required about a 10 minute ride to get to a really beautiful campsite.
Ride the Rio was a bit further but that was a choice on my part.
Post by: wardie on January 04, 2016, 04:36:39 pm
Post by: rideandfly on January 04, 2016, 05:24:55 pm
http://www.linvillefalls.com/ (http://www.linvillefalls.com/)
This site shows many campgrounds in US & Canada:
http://www.allstays.com/Campgrounds/ (http://www.allstays.com/Campgrounds/)