Outdoor Adventure USA

Julian Mine Tour

NOTE: You must have your fees for the event paid to sign up for this run. This run allows access to private property that the Trail Leader must get special permission to access. Additionally, please keep in mind that this run requires a certain amount of physical ability. There is a short hike (approximately half mile) involved to reach one mine and a small climb up a dirt face to reach another.


Lead: DaveK
Tail Gunner: StevesKJ
midsection: Brentbba
Comms Designee: TBD
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Meeting Time: 7:30 am
Meeting Place: Stagecoach Trails Group Campsite
Departure Time: 8:00 am
CB Channel: 23
2M Simplex: 145.570
2M Repeater: Laguna Mtn 147.150+ (PL: 107.2)

There will be 10 rig maximum for this run.

Signed Up:
1. DaveK
2. Chazz Layne
3. Jaytil
4. RPC
5. StevesKJ
6. AMAESING
7. rgb101
8. rfjtoy
9. unwiredadventures
10. FJsRkool


Route Description:
Anza Borrego Desert State Park is located just east of the town of Julian. Julian's origin was in the gold rush days of the late 1800's. Remnants of these mines still exist today, some in quite good condition.

On Saturday DaveK will be doing a run through a triangle of canyons comprised of Rodriguez, Chariot and Oriflamme. Contained within this area are several mines, all of which are on private property and almost all of which are fenced off. One of the top ten gold producing mines is in this area and the owner has given me permission to enter the property to view the the remnants of the operation, which by the way are in very good condition, given their age (over 100 years). The 5 stamp mill, with a wood frame, is still standing as is much of the machinery used to operate it. The owner has also offered to give us a tour and some history (the mine is now on his private ranch, which has been in his family for many, many years.)

Please note:
-Rock rails will help as will under carriage protection. Expect brush scratches. All of the remaining OAUSA rules and regulations will be in place.
-We will stop for lunch at the midway point near the junction of Rodriguez Canyon and Oriflamme Canyon. Bring your lunch, drinks and plenty of water.



PLEASE NOTE: No alcohol or drugs will be allowed during the trip.

IMAGES OF THE SITES:

Hmm... this > Carrizo Mtn, well that and Carrizo Mtn is on public land which can be done any time, so... sign me up!

Chazz Layne wrote:Hmm... this > Carrizo Mtn, well that and Carrizo Mtn is on public land which can be done any time, so... sign me up!

Most of the mines on this tour are located on private property and cannot be seen without the permission of the land owner. This is a very special tour and one you will really enjoy.

Chazz Layne wrote:Hmm... this > Carrizo Mtn, well that and Carrizo Mtn is on public land which can be done any time, so... sign me up!

Got ya down sir. I highly doubt this run will disappoint.

I participated in this run last year, and it was awesome - we were allowed access to some amazing relics from the mining days that are not normally available to the general public, complete with a personal guided tour by the property owner - worth every minute. I even sacrificed a set of hiking boots to gain access to one of the mines on this trek, so even without shoes this trip was a terrific day in AB....

cruiserlarry wrote:I participated in this run last year, and it was awesome - we were allowed access to some amazing relics from the mining days that are not normally available to the general public, complete with a personal guided tour by the property owner - worth every minute. I even sacrificed a set of hiking boots to gain access to one of the mines on this trek, so even without shoes this trip was a terrific day in AB....

You wear shoes..??? Who knew?

cruiserlarry wrote:I participated in this run last year, and it was awesome - we were allowed access to some amazing relics from the mining days that are not normally available to the general public, complete with a personal guided tour by the property owner - worth every minute. I even sacrificed a set of hiking boots to gain access to one of the mines on this trek, so even without shoes this trip was a terrific day in AB....

That's right. Can you tell Nikos to post the shoe pictures.

OLLIE wrote: You wear shoes..??? Who knew?

Yea, in fact really large ones, "to boot"...

socal_rubi wrote:

Who found my family photo album ???