SFPK June Monthly - Blue Streak Nature Jam & Campout - Sun. June 28th

[Zack Weldon]

SFPK Monthly Jam - June

WHAT:

Yeeehaw!! It is the moment we have all been waiting for! (or at least Palu and I haha) Monthly Jam number 6 of 2009!

This month the jam will be held at BLUE STREAK and featuring methode naturalle, Movnat or whatever you want to call it! The gravel road to Blue Streak can be a little bit tricky to find so we will be meeting at Alex (palu)'s house.

Alex has offered up his home to stay at the night before and the night after for anyone wishing to do so (it will be uber fun camping on his lawn).

For anyone that might be showing up late please let us know and we can give you more in depth directions directly to Blue Streak (we will be posting up direct directions sometime soon).
Also my cell phone number is 1-209-915-1532 call me if you get lost or need help.

Here is a link to a video of Alex and I at Blue Streak!!
http://vimeo.com/3540918

WHEN:

Sunday, June 28th 2009

WHERE:

The gravel road to Blue Streak can be a little bit tricky to find so we will be meeting at Alex (palu)'s house. His address is:

10701 Utica Powerhouse Rd.

(let me know if this is the map you wanted alex)

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Murphys,+CA&sll=43.065376,-75.062027&sspn=0.372721,0.87822&ie=UTF8&split=0&ll=38.146168,-120.439339&spn=0.025076,0.054889&z=15

HOW:

Driving Directions - Use the "Google Map Link" above.
mapquest to murphys from where you live and from there the google maplink should help :]

Carpool Rides:
<Please post if you'd like to offer rides to others, incl. how many spots are available>

Other - TBD

What to bring:

Bathing suit
Snacks/lunch
short shorts
Your friends!

WHO's COMING?

Anyone and everyone is invited!
Adroit
Sacpk
Bringit
Palu + Zack

Camping Out Saturday Night:


Sunday Jam:


Camping Out Sunday Night:

[Corndogg]

PLEASE NOTE:

This will be a Nature Jam! This means somewhat away from civilization, climbing on rocks, jumping in rivers, swimming and the like. Please read and make sure you agree to the SFPK Jam Waiver (http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1744) before attending! Ages under 18 should definitely have parental permission. Stay safe and have fun!

SFPK Jam Waiver - http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1744

[Bring It!]

I'll be there.

[Corndogg]

Alright, thanks for posting the info Zack! This will be a big one with more coordination than normal involved, so please:

1) Let us know if you're coming, and when, including if you are staying a night or 2.

2) Read and agree to the Waiver (http://www.sfparkour.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1744).

3) Get directions and contact info from people.

4) Post any questions you have now!

[Bagheera]

SacPKs in.

[BENNY]

1: im in!

2: my parkour insurerance particualrly does not cover roks.

3: can someone giime a ride plz?

4: ??

[Adroit]

I find it fitting Palu lives on a road called Powerhouse.

I'm in! I think I'm going to spend a few days in Sacramento chillin with my relatives, then drive up Sunday.

Out of curiousity, how cold is that water?

[2nd Chance]

I'm actually really upset I'll be missing this... Family vacation. This sounds like a lot of fun. Sorry I'm missing it guys, really. Have some fun for me too!

[Zack Weldon]

The water isnt that bad. It is cold if you go in slowly but if you just jump in it isnt that bad. (just dont stay in to long haha)

[palu]

Alrighty Friends!

This is going to be one jam you will not want to miss. I can assure that if you love the natural aesthetics of the world around you, there is no place you will love more than Blue Streak for your natural training. I have been frequenting here for a little over two years now, and have always found it an inviting place--a place where I can clear my mind and concentrate on movement, efficiency, and most of all creativity. The whole area offers a great experience for the adventurous types, even if your parkour skills are at a newcomer level.

The river itself is iconic of flow, and as you hop from boulder to boulder, you can challenge yourself to maintain your route without getting wet; this is advanced hot lava. Aside from being trailed by colossal stones, there are also waterfalls that empty into deep indigo pools. Encompassing the lagoons are cliffs and trees. Increasing my ever growing interest, the mysterious underwater caves hidden beneath the surface.

For everyone interested in coming a day early, you are welcome to stay the night at my house, please PM me or call me if that is the case. That night, for those willing, Blue Streak is a great place to camp out at too! Perhaps those eager to stay another night would be down for that? My house on that night could be an option as well. If you are planning on staying bring the following: sleeping bag, snacks, sleeping pads are highly recommended, towel perhaps, and some good stories.

See everyone on the 28th!

[BENNY]

man this sounds fun and all, but how is people like ME supposed to get somewhere like this?

[Bagheera]

Nimbus, duh!

[Zack Weldon]

bennys soul isn't pure thus he cannot ride the nimbus :P!

[BENNY]

bennys soul isn't pure thus he cannot ride the nimbus :P!

guess ill jsut summon a hell portal there...:tongue:

[Bagheera]

lol

[AeroSFCity]

If I can get off work, I am def gonna trek it on the scoot. Frame Backpack and all.

[Beretta]

This may be the first monthly I miss since I started coming...

[palu]

Beretta, man up! come on out!

[Beretta]

I said "may."

It will sadden me greatly if I do miss it.

...I'm pretty sure I'll find a way, though.

[Corndogg]

Craaaaaaaap. We have a BCP Server failover exercise that weekend. Trying to see if I can do partial and get another to cover, but kinda doubt it since I'm the approver at the end. It's supposed to end late Sat night with Sunday in reserve for issues, so it'll be a game time decision.

Beretta if you don't go, maybe you and I can do a mini-Monthly in SF somewhere?

Definitely making all attempts to go though, will be renting a car even. Benny if I get a car you can ride with me.

[Zack Weldon]

Oh snappskiess!!! I hope you all can make it and if not maybe we can do it another time before it gets cold again.

[Corndogg]

Word. I'm making it up there even if its just me one day! I need a nature recharge, bigtime.

[BENNY]

Craaaaaaaap. We have a BCP Server failover exercise that weekend. Trying to see if I can do partial and get another to cover, but kinda doubt it since I'm the approver at the end. It's supposed to end late Sat night with Sunday in reserve for issues, so it'll be a game time decision.

Beretta if you don't go, maybe you and I can do a mini-Monthly in SF somewhere?

Definitely making all attempts to go though, will be renting a car even. Benny if I get a car you can ride with me.

d00d! U GO AND RENT THAT CAR CORN!! its getting harder and harder to find rides to jams:happysad:.

im still recovering so i wont be able to move very fast. i hope i dont slow u guys down :(

[palu]

Alrighty, so I was curious to see who was planning on coming down on Saturday. I'll be cooking spaghetti for everyone that'll be here. So a rough head count would be nice. Groovy.

On a side note, the water has gotten a lot warmer, and it has gotten a lot hotter up here (upwards of 95 degrees). Be sure to bring a towel, sunscreen, and lots of water!

[MadScience]

I'll be there Sat and Sun, with at least 2 more guys from SacPK.

[Bagheera]

Hooah

[Beretta]

Craaaaaaaap. We have a BCP Server failover exercise that weekend. Trying to see if I can do partial and get another to cover, but kinda doubt it since I'm the approver at the end. It's supposed to end late Sat night with Sunday in reserve for issues, so it'll be a game time decision.

Beretta if you don't go, maybe you and I can do a mini-Monthly in SF somewhere?

Definitely making all attempts to go though, will be renting a car even. Benny if I get a car you can ride with me.

Oh jeez, just saw this (and your later update). I've decided I'll be there come hell or high water, probably with Scott.

We might get there late saturday night as Scott usually works until 10, but is going to switch to a 10-6 shift or so.

[palu]

Woo! Booyah!


I'll be gone for the next 4 days. Please, if you have any questions call 1-209-728-7800. You can call and talk to me, or if you wish, you can also text this number. Awesome!

[Bagheera]

Sacramento Parkour People!

Meeting at Bella Vista High School Saturday at 1pm! We have VERY limited seating as of right now, so if you want to go and can for sure, LET ME KNOW! And if you can drive, LET ME KNOW!

-1 car is driving up Saturday afternoon and coming back Monday morning, seats might be filled.

-1 car is driving up Saturday afternoon and coming back Saturday evening or Sunday morning, few seats open.

-1 car MIGHT be driving up for Saturday and Sunday, seating status unknown.

Contact me by PMing me on this forum, or call me at home and leave a message if nobody answers 91six.eight63.7900.

[minimoose]

does anybody have a plan for what time the night spending people will actually be leaving for blue streak on sunday?

[palu]

We'll Be leaving from the Murphys Park at 10:30 Sunday morning to head to Blue Streak. Please try and arrive around 10:00 if possible. The drive takes about two and a half hours from San Francisco at the most, and about two hours flat from Sac.

Use this Address. There is a big park and a large parking lot.
482 S Algiers Rd
Murphys, CA 95247

fyi. There will be minimal parkour Saturday. Primarily just some old lines from around town. The monthly is on Sunday and will be entirely in nature! Come out on Sunday if anything at all! Everyone is welcome to stay Saturday and/or Sunday night!:cool:

:sfpkvault:

[Bagheera]

Directions to Blue Streak per chance?

[Bagheera]

I am bringing Bruce Lee DVDs :naughty:

[Bring It!]

Bad news. I won't be able to make it out. I've been having car troubles that are not allowing me to drive very far (and I mean I can really only drive around town before my truck starts to overheat), and a ton of important stuff on Monday to take care of. Good luck to everyone going!

[Fussballer]

Count me in... my brother too!.. See you in the morning Saturday!!

[Adroit]

I will be tagging along with the Sacramento crew, so +1 more for staying the night Saturday

[Bagheera]

Looks like the Sac crew is gonna consist of 3 people plus Adroit. Everyone is busy or just not interested, ****.

[palu]

umm.. As for directions to Blue Streak, call me; They are difficult and strange. I can provide them if wanted. :cool:

[2nd Chance]

Have fun guys! Sorry I can't make it :(

[palu]

It'd be nice to get a final head count as the jam is almost upon us! I am very excited that there are a handful of natural enthusiasts out there making the trek! If you are coming please post saying so!

as a side note, it is very, very, very hot up here. Upwards of 95 degrees, and I will not be surprised if it is 100 tomorrow!

Bring water and swim trunks! Sunscreen too!

[Red Beard]

I'm one of the three people from the Sac crew. I'm not going to be coming up Saturday as planned though. I'll be coming up Sunday, and I'm bringing a friend along.

So the Sac crew will consist of Victor, Kevin, and Adroit coming up Saturday, and then myself and my friend coming up Sunday.

[palu]

groovy!

[BENNY]

i wont be there afterall. i have noway of getting there. ima go watch a movie tomorrow with a buddy of mine.

[minimoose]

ok so i'm goin up with brett today, so i guess i'm spending the night at palu's house? I hope that's ok, last minute plans

[Derek Stroup]

Hey Jake, this is derek. if you're heading up tomorrow, could you give me a call: 209-740-5150. maybe pick me up on your way out? I help pay for gas.

[Mattastic]

I'm going to be on my way in a couple hours see you guys at the park!

[palu]

Good Morning Everybody! The Overnighters and I had a great time last night, and we're hoping that everyone else who is coming today is ready to have an adventure! If you have any second thoughts about coming, please come right ahead!

Meet at the park around 10:15 10:45.

PANTS!

[Austin]

=(
Sorry I couldn't go today guys. Around the end of the year there will be some evidence in theaters near you that explain why I wasn't there. ;)

[Adroit]

Just got back home from this epic weekend.

Unfortunately, it was so epic my camera couldn't handle all of it. I think some dust got in because in the beginning I got an error message, then promptly forgot about it. Still got a lot of cool footage, but there's a lot of unwanted jump cuts :(

Little recap:
Arrived Saturday, promptly went out to a stretch of the river near Candy Rock; basically, hundreds of boulders scattered around in refreshing water.
Spent the night under the stars.
Woke up, had some oatmeal and smoothies.
Went to the river.
Traversed our way downstream through the boulders
Arrived at Blue Streak, a stretch of the river with deep water, cliffjumping, and swimming galore.
Became astonished by Palu swimming under a rock.
Became scared of heights
Became suddenly claustrophobic in the Pirate Cave
Became sunburnt (not as bad as everyone thought, jeez)
Became the master of the 1.5 backflip

Many many thanks to Palu and his family for hosting and feeding us

[Bagheera]

You're red, Mike. HAHAahahaha

Aye, twas an EXCELLENT jam, thanks to everyone for makin it happen. Thanks for hosting Alex and Zack!

[Red Beard]

It was supremely awesome! I'm fairly new to the area, and so happy with the SFParkour peeps I've been privileged to meet so far. Thanks for being awesome!

[Zack Weldon]

That was pure wet poodle. That jam... I had so much F. U. N. ( French Unicorn Norwegians) It was amazinggggg

[MadScience]

Awesome weekend! Driving my truck on some crazy access roads, jumping and hiking down a beautiful river gorge filled with thousands and thousands of huge awesome rocks, and arriving at a picture perfect deep swim hole. The pool was at least 20ft deep, long and wide, had fresh water running thru it, several high rocks all around it, just beautiful. And the 40ft cliff jump was epic, I hope the video survived!

Alex's house is awesome and his folks let us camp out and fed us all and were also awesome. Zack hosted Victor, Derek, and I last night, and we hung out and acted goofy because we were all so tired.

Definitely wish more people made it out, you were missed.

[Mattastic]

I was sooo glad I attended this jam....definitely a highlight of the year for me. My feet were so sore after the whole day in my neoprene fivefingers...thanks again Victor! Those shoes were perfectly suited for the trail running, log jumping, boudler scrambling, cliff jumping, river/waterhole swimming, rock sliding adventure that I had. It is always great to get out of the city and into the woods where I really do feel more at home and peace. Twas an awesome day for me, thank you guys for hosting and sharing the beauty and extreme fun of you local spot!

And thanks to Alex and Zack for hosting this great day!

[Corndogg]

Dangit so bummed I missed it, I need a nature recharge :(

Glad that a solid group got to go out and enjoy though, nice!

[Austin]

I missed the jam but coincidentally my family chose to vacation at a cabin that's 10 minutes away from this spot. So if anyone else wants to come back out for another jam let me know! Call me though... no internet at the house =(