ezrajones

Is there anyone else leaving from the south east? I'm coming from Georgia.... I may try to meet up with the Texas crew somewhere in Wyoming or Montana. Could someone from the Texas group send me a proposed trip route with schedule so I could try to link up with the caravan along my route?

Jim M.

The Texas crew is planning to take the scenic route up to Canada (see map link) but heading straight back on the shortest route. Your more than welcome to join us for either or both legs.
https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=E...&via=1&t=m&z=4

Bilal928S4

I thought the Texas group was going to take the scenic route? and pick me up on the way.
This looks like the short & shorter route.

ezrajones

Thanks Jim!

This map is very helpful.. It looks like I may be able to catch you guys in Montana. Are you guys going through Yellowstone National park? Here's my map route...

https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=A...mra=ls&t=m&z=5

Jim M.

Bilal, you big turkey, the scenic route does not include a drive to Conn., besides I thought you were flying. Our scenic rout is to include as much rocky mountains as reasonably possible.

esrajones, PM me your cell number and we will contact you before we get to Montana. Are you traveling alone? Any chance you could join us in Texas? Strength in numbers in case of any breakdowns etc. . .

the flyin' scotsman

folks, we are tabulating numbers for the event and if already not done so please complete and submit your registration forms...........a month to go

Reddog2

I am registered now and looking forward to meeting some of you in July.
Cheers

LauraV

Malcolm, you should post the link below to your first Post:


http://www.sharks-on-ice.com/



Countdown to Sharks-On-Ice. TMinus 23 days!

We are working on TShirts now - any extra orders any one?

Bilal928S4

I just registered. Looking forward to seeing everybody.

the flyin' scotsman

link attached Laura.......thx.

folks, just finalising the tech events for Sat; bring your note pads to learn further brain busting info on programming the LH and EZK computers (Jim C) then switch over to rebuilding our steering racks (Colin......the Lizard).

Also finalising the runs for Sat and Sun which shall include lunch stops and photo opps...........for both runs you'll need lots of gas, tyres and skill

Tim968

Hi Gents, a good point made about gasoline.

It's been 5 years since I drove the Highwood, and if I recall, refueling locations were limited to Longview, Kananaskis Gate, Kananaskis Village and somewhere up at Highway 1, maybe Canmore. Premium grade used to be hard to find in there...has the situation changed to our advantage?

Best/Tim

Tim968

Kind of strange, when you consider that Alberta exports about 2 million barrels a day of crude oil south across the line.....

No matter though, wherever we need to go to gas up, the scenery will be fabulous, and the people friendly.
The Highwood and K-country is a great venue, and your dashcams will snap some very memorable vistas.

the flyin' scotsman

got it Bilal......be gr8 2 c u again

the flyin' scotsman

hi Tim............wrt to gas we have the station 18km South of the hotel then a little further out Longview in one direction or Canmore the other. I drove the Highwood Pass today; had to dodge a few big horn sheep but other than that the hwy is wide +160 open.....have to lie low now

Tim968

Great news, Malcolm, take good care to steer through those herds of Bighorn sheep!

I checked with the Fortress Junction service station (closest 18km) and they sell premium gas.
The K-country Gov. Tourism Agency advised me that the Highwood House station at Hwy40/Hwy541 is closed due to 2013 flood.

So - Premium grade (91) is normally available at every station we have near the K-country Lodge.