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Mike Humfreville or Gonzaga Fly-In Bound Travellors
We have a friend that would like to drive down for the Fly-In, but can't leave until Thursday night. Would it be possible for her to meet you in San
Felipe on Friday morning and caravan down with you. If yes, just post the time and place and I will call her.
Thanks,
Etta
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Mike Humfreville
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Hi Etta,
That would be fine with one comment: we drive those roads fairly fast 20-40 mph dirt) to stay "above" the washboard. It can take up to 6 hours of
more for the San Felipe to Gonzaga run and we usually drive it in around 3 hours. What is your friend driving and does she have any experience with
driving dirt? We will do whatever's needed if it's important, of course. It's always great to meet up along the way. We (two-three vehicles) will
be leaving San Felipe Friday A.M. Let me know whazzup. Mike (805) 521-1423
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Hi Mike
It's our friend and neighbor, Heather. She just drove us down a week ago. Since July, she has driven at least 4 times and is now an old pro on that
road! I think our time with her last week was 3.5 hours....We leave tomorrow...14 in all...see you there!
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Mike Humfreville
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brandi/Etta
That sounds good as far as the speed thing goes. Mary Ann and I are staying with El Camote etc north of San Felipe. I would think we'd be leaving
mid morning Friday and we can name a meeting place if your friend wants to join us. Do you think Antonio has rooms available?
[Edited on 9-29-2003 by Mike Humfreville]
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Mike - Road Report for San Felipe to Gonzaga
Mike
Just spoke with Heather she will be contacting you via phone number posted. She spoke with John Baretta via sat. phone and he gave her a road report
to pass on. The section between San Felipe and Puert. is still pot holes. The road from there on is actually pretty good. John reports the rain
smoothed out some of the washboard areas. There is a wash out just before Papa's. No problem getting through with 2-wheel drive. Just be careful
and watch for hidden rocks and go through sandy wash one vehicle at a time.
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Mike Humfreville
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Mary Ann and I yakked with Heather twice tonight and we're hooking up at El Camotes in San Felipe, traded cell phones etc, so all is set. We'll
escort her to Gonzaga. I'm sure she'll be leading the pack by the time we get there. See you soon. Mike and MA
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Rooms at the Cantina
Mike
Since we will be arriving on Wednesday, would you like us to reserve you a room at the cantina? I don't think it will be busy, but I would be happy
to make arrangements for you if you would feel more comfortable with reservations.
Etta
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Etta
Sure would. While we'll be staying an Gecko in Bahia, we're not really set up for solid camping. THANKS. WAY looking forward...
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Confirmation
Mike
Would you like a room upstairs or or downstairs? Is your plan to be there Friday and Saturday? Does anyone else travelling with you need me to
reserve a room? I'll check the board before we leave for any updates. We're looking forward to seeing you in SLG.
Etta
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ETTA
A downstairs room for just the two of us would be great. Appreciate it. See you soon!
Mike
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ETTA,
Both Friday and Saturday nights. Thanks!
Mike
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We're Out of Here
Mike
Consider it done. We are out of here. Spend tonight in Calexico--meeting family from Arizona. Heading for Gonzaga early tomorrow morning. Look
forward to seeing you there.
Etta
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Mike Humfreville
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Thanks for your efforts. We're meeting your friend on Fri. She'll follow us to Gonzaga on Friday. We should be there mid-afternoon.
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