byrdz1 wrote:I am getting ready to cut an edition of the TOWLine, would you like me to put this in? If so would one of you please write up a synopses and contact information? I have followed the thread, but I am a little confused.
I would like for you put it in the TOWLine.
Land of Mordor Expedition May 19th-22nd 2016 The week before IRG. It is an easy two day drive to IRG from here.
What is it? We will be in the Southern Part of the Craters of the Moon National Monument in Southern Idaho and areas close by. We will camp in different places each night. Lots of lava landscape. Lava flows, The Great Rift. Big South Butte. Hiking on lava. Oregon Trail. Sheep herders.
Plan to meet at Kimama Idaho 12 noon May 19th to head out. From there it will be gravel, dirt roads with some rocks for about 100-150 miles. 4x4 not really needed just ground clearance. If you do no want to take your trailer out there tenting is perfectly okay. I live close to Kimama and can leave trailers and vehicles at my place. Close as a Western term means. Do not need to stop for gas or eats. 10 miles actually. I will try to have maps for every vehicle of the desert.
Any one is welcomed. Not just for teardrops. Just as long as your vehicle can make it or you can get a ride with someone. I will probably be able to take 2 passengers with me. Other people may be able to offer a ride.
Facilities........................................................................................ LOL................................................................
There are no facilities out there. Bring it or do with out. There are no entrance fees in this part of the Monument. No camp ground fees, No camp grounds.
What to bring. One gallon of water for each day. More if you plan of washing anything. Warm clothing. Even if it is a warm day this is high desert and nights are cool. Frost is still possible. As there are no tables out there a folding table might be nice for some. Hiking staff. ( not only for hiking ) Trash bags. I do hope this will be a leave no trace event. FSR Radios. A real shovel if you have one already. Don't run out and buy one, I have one and not every one will need a shovel. I will have at least 5 gallons of extra gas so no real reason for anyone else to pack around a jug unless you really want to. If you have a diesel rig let me know and I will get a 2.5 gallon jug filled. ( don't worry I have a tractor I can use it in )
Dangers, Yes there are some. This is not a developed area. Rattle snakes, ticks, black widow spiders, scorpions, mountain lions, badgers, injuries from hiking. A deep feeling you want to return. A deep feeling you want to use your hiking stick on me. This is a desert and it occasionally kills but mostly the very stupid. At least mosquitoes should not be a problem.
Dog friendly. But if you see some large white long haired dogs about it could be wise to put your dog on a leash. The are sheep guard dogs.
Deer, antelope, elk, fox, coyotes, jack rabbits, cotton tails, sage grouse, snipe ( bring your snipe bag and stick for the snipe hunt ) mountain lion, bob cats. sage brush that goes on and on and on.
Cell phones probably will not work for most of the trip. I will have a 2 way radio with me that I probably will be able to reach people with in case of emergency.
If it rains who knows what will happen.
I have one Porta Pot and 2 privacy shelters. More would probably be nice if you have them to share.
Last chance for gas and supplies will be Paul and Shoshone Idaho.
It really is not that hard of a drive. But not meant for a street car. Will be dusty, boring. But what I find to be some really cool volcanic sites. Some history. And a great place to get away from people.
A long description but this is not your usual, park it and gab and eat for the weekend campout.
IM me ( Randy ) here or email
[email protected] and put Mordor in the subject line.
She may not like the boonies so much. 
