Diablo Trust’s Annual Campout
Mark your calendars for Diablo Trust’s Annual Campout, August 20th-August 21st! Details are below for this fun event!
Please RSVP by August 8th to info@diablotrust.org
Event change information: Due to weather forecasts for this weekend, we will forego the forest tour and have our 4FRI presentations at the Moqui Campground beginning at 1:00 p.m. Rather than meet at the Mogollon Rim District Office, please come directly to the Moqui Campground by 1:00 p.m. (directions below). If you need to reach me on Saturday for any reason, please call or text (707) 367-4505.
Speaking of weather, the forecasts are for a very wet weekend. We all know these storms can be hit and miss depending on where they pop up so we will hope for the best. Please come prepared for sun, rain, hail, mud, and a variety of temperatures. We will have some pop-up canopies but please come with rain protection. If we get a real gully washer with thunder and lightning, everyone will need to retreat to their vehicles for safety. In the event it is a big and long-lasting storm, we may need to consider rescheduling the presentations to a later date. But, as mentioned, lets show up prepared and hope for the best weather possible.
Other 4FRI Forest Talk and Campout Details:
When/Where: If you plan to attend the 4FRI Forest Talk, please arrive to the Moqui Campground (Simmons) by 1:00 p.m. Dinner to be served around 5:30 p.m., also at the Moqui Campground (Simmons).
· Directions to the Moqui Campground:
o From Flagstaff: drive 55 miles south on FH 3 (Lake Mary Road) to AZ 87 at Clints Well. Turn left onto AZ 87 Drive approximately 9 miles to milepost 298.8. Turn right on FR 138 and drive about one mile to the campground.
o From Payson: drive 46 miles north on AZ 87 toward Winslow. Turn right onto FR 138 and drive about one mile to the campground.
o GPS Coordinates 34°35'46.1"N 111°11'55.2"W
o Google Maps Link to Moqui Campground: https://goo.gl/maps/BJBxG1QwZaF6iPYG8
· Campground Details: There are three group campsites within the Moqui Campground – Spooner, Ernst and Simmons. The 4FRI presentations and dinner will take place at the Simmons campground. Camping sites are available at all three campgrounds with some equipment restrictions listed below. Each of the three campgrounds have an amphitheater, picnic tables, BBQ grill, campfire rings, vault toilets, trash collection and a water spigot. Pets are allowed but must be on a leash at all times and never left unattended.
o Ernst – Allowable Equipment
Tents (including large tents over 9’ x 12’)
Pickup camper (max 16 feet)
Caravan/Camper van (max 16 feet)
Car
Pop up (max 16 feet)
o Simmons – Allowable Equipment
Tents (including large tents over 9’ x 12’)
Trailer (max 22 feet)
Pickup camper (max 22 feet)
Caravan/Camper van (max 22 feet)
Fifth Wheel (max 22 feet)
Car
RV (max 22 feet)
Pop up (max 22 feet)
o Spooner – Allowable Equipment
Tents (including large tents over 9’ x 12’)
Pickup camper (max 22 feet)
Caravan/Camper van (max 22 feet)
Car
Pop up (max 22 feet)
· Meal Details:
o Dinner – Dinner will be served around 5:30 p.m. and includes food prepared by Wil’s Grill: slow smoked brisket, slow smoked pork, Carolina coleslaw, Cowboy beans, and a green salad. We will also have Wil’s BBQ sauce, homemade salsa, hot sauce, buns, iced tea, water, and a sweet treat for dessert. A small selection of gluten free buns and treats will be available for those who need to eat gluten free. Meat, coleslaw, beans and salad are all gluten free.
o Breakfast – Breakfast will be served bright and early at 7:00 a.m. and includes breakfast burritos prepared by Wil’s Grill (flour tortilla, bacon, egg and cheese) fruit, cowboy coffee, and tea.
If there is extra food, it will be available for purchase/raffle/auction (exact transaction method TBD). We will have gallon Ziploc bags and aluminum foil available.
· For a safe and successful campout, we ask those attending to bring the following for themselves:
o Any food needs outside of catered meals
o Drinks – whatever you wish to drink during the event, including your own water
o Chairs and/or blankets for sitting
o Weather is unpredictable, please plan accordingly (hat, shade, umbrella, raingear, etc.)
o Camping supplies: Tent, RV, etc.
o Head lamps/flash lights
o Musical instruments – if desired (there are often several folks who end up playing together)
o Anything else you need for your campout experience
Please send any questions to info@diablotrust.org
