Archive for February, 2006
So, how do you know who posted what? (like, where’s the “posted by” info?) Is it just going to be a secret who these people are (summit, little pepper). I think I know who summit is. I bet you guys can’t guess who “logandance” is! I think this website will become a really great site when people start using it a lot. How do we get people to start using it?
-logandance
Partial Answer:
Peoples names (summit, little pepper, logandance) are up to the individual. If you log on and go to the tab “User.” you will see options to change your nickname. This is the name used for for your postings and such. Some people might want to remain anonymous (think Batman) for security or because they cn’t spel ghood. I’m trying to work on making the “posted by” info more available but I might have to go in an change the source code for that. But I think that people should at least see the nickname of the person posting.
As far as people using it, I’m up for ideas. I think club involvement is a good place to start. I am also going to start sending emails along the lines of “Did you do anything cool this weekend? Write about it!” or do some sort of “Favorite Trip Ever” competition and the winning post gets to be on the home page. Stuff like that. Please, if you have any ideas, do tell.
-Summit
February 11th, 2006
Hey guys,
You should totally go hike this trail up to Lake Blanche in Big Cottonwood Canyon! Heather and I did it a week or so ago and hardly anyone was up there. It’s beautiful! It’s also the trail to approach Sundial Peak. It starts at the first bend of what is literally a steep, tight “S” in the road, about halfway up to the ski resorts. Total elevation gain was 6700 to 9000 (2300ft). The trail starts in evergreen forests and rises up into the aspen groves, and then tops out on a rocky “shelf” that holds a few frozen-over lakes behind it. Let me know if you go! –Logan
February 11th, 2006
In January some friends and I went to Bryce Canyon NP to do some snowshoeing. There wasn’t quite enough snow to justify strapping on the snowshoes but it was an AMAZING trip! The Fairyland Loop Trail was completely deserted and the hoodoos looked awesome in the snow. According to the rangers winter is the best time to go because there are so few people in the park and the scenery is gorgeous. February and March are supposed to have more snow, so if anyone is looking for a great winter trip I would definently recommend this.
February 11th, 2006
I love my Minimalist Down Jacket by Moonstone. Before, I just thought that it looked cool and the other hard-core outdoorsy people have them, therefore, I should have one. I came to realize today that my down jacket has a practical side to it as well. It is so warm!
We went snow camping tonight up in the Spruces Campground in Big Cottonwood Canyon, UT, for a good friend’s bachelor party. I, unfortunately, have a test tomorrow so I had to come back tonight to sleep in my warm, comfortable bed (shucks). It was really cold while I was up there. Somewhere around nine degrees fahrenheit. My Moonstone jacket saved the day and kept me nice and warm. I am also amazed at how light it is and how it can pack down into a really small stuff sack. The only thing I don’t like about it is that the stuff sack is separate from the jacket. It would be nicer if the whole thing folded up into a pocket or something. I’m afraid I might loos the stuff sack sometime.
I hope my friends have fun freezing the night away and if you were interested in getting a Moonstone down jacket, I would highly recommend it.
February 10th, 2006
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