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Sawmill Lake Camping and Snow Trip 12/29

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  1. Dec 21, 2018 at 5:56 AM
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    It's about 2 miles grom the Bowman Lak CG to near where we'll likely camp.
     
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  2. Dec 21, 2018 at 6:26 AM
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    Any details on the specific campsite yet? My wife and I may be interested as we'll be heading back to the SFBA from Nevada and could cross through.
     
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  4. Dec 21, 2018 at 12:23 PM
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    I haven't been to this specific spot yet, so I can't give an exact location. Not hard to find: https://goo.gl/maps/ijLAo4gvW3r
    Or here: https://goo.gl/maps/zvakLszgRWv

    If we can't get to Sawmill because of snow, then we'll likely camp at Bowman CG or Jackson Creek CG unless someone has a better idea.
     
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  5. Dec 22, 2018 at 7:07 AM
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    That spot is very dusty in the summer, no hill to climb if I recall, unlike spots just before, higher up. I just park closer to the dam, then backpack across the dam to head to back country lakes. Forecast is iffy on how much snow is coming.
    For those camping, are you sleeping on/in your trucks or have gear to stay warm sleeping on the snow? Reason I ask is to be sure you are equipped for sleeping on snow if not experienced. Don't forget winter boots no matter where you camp if in snow. Head gear too. If I go, should I throw some firewood in my truck? How friendly are any dogs coming? My dog likes to run, play, but will stand his ground now if attacked. He is almost 2, not aggressive, but may try humping other dogs if not deterred.
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  6. Dec 22, 2018 at 12:11 PM
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    Which spot? That whole area is dusty in the summer.

    We're all adults. They should know snow equals cold and to dress/prepare appropriately.

    Feel free to bring as much wood as you can pack.

    I'm bringing one of my dogs, Chance. He's a 2-year-old male. He's used to being dominated by my female. He's friendly and loves to play with other dogs, male or female. He's gotten along with three other members' dogs (@FirstTimeFirstGen, @TOP TACO and @ruffridha9) without issue, and he's also been around a couple large groups of dogs and has been fine.

    This clip pretty much shows his temperament. He's a happy-go-lucky kind of dog.


    The only time there has been an incident was when my female, Jelly, was present. That was my fault for not taking her for a walk to let her expend some energy after a 4-hour car ride. She was amped up and over-stimulated with all the people and dogs around.

    Chance was off leash and went after another dog (that he encountered earlier without issue) after Jelly (on leash) lunged toward the other dog. I think Chance was just picking up on her vibe. Jelly is his best dog friend and she bosses him around all the time. He does whatever she does.
     
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  7. Dec 22, 2018 at 12:26 PM
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    It all can be dusty, I just thought it was pretty deep in about the spot your pin drop is at. Couple inches deep later on in the summer.
    Sleeping on snow or cold ground calls for more insulation from the ground if no one has been out in those conditions.
    My dog would have the whole campsite torn up from his racing around, if I think he will be trouble I bring a 25' leash to anchor him.
    Duane
     
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  8. Dec 22, 2018 at 12:26 PM
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    Never a bad idea to bring a tie out.
     
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    I started to play the video of him and Lola thought the jingle of his collar was outside so she started going crazy :rofl:
     
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    I figure between Cisco Grove and Sierra City the weather around Bowman should be about the same.

    Cisco Grove

    cisco-grove-weather.jpg

    Sierra City

    sierra-city-weather.jpg
     
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    Ah, another State of Jefferson dude. :)
    Checked the snow map, no change, don't know when it gets updated. At the moment both ways look doable, maybe 4" coming up by Bear Valley CG off of 20, thru Graniteville longer ways before hitting snow, but don't know what dirt roads for mud will be like. Maybe up to 10" of snow by Sawmill, hard for me to decipher the graph colors.
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    Getting close to go time fellas, I am gonna meet up at Bass Pro in Sac at 8:30 tomorrow if anyone else wants to caravan up!
     
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    Which way you think you'll be going in? Been 23 to 24 degrees the last few days at my place. I may have to drive in by myself, thinking Saturday, don't know how my back will do sleeping on the ground since my last Chiropractor visit. Supposed to still be windy on Friday. Looks like 10" to 20" of snow by Sawmill. Snow map hasn't changed, I prefer a sunny spot if possible in the winter. I'm thinking may try to go in off of 20 by Bear Valley CG.
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    Checking with the lady to see if we're still meeting up with some friends for a trip - would love to tag along. We've loved staying at Bowman, and stayed at Sawmill this year as well.

    If we don't make it, enjoy the trip! Beautiful area up there.
     
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    Not sure.. I am gonna meet with 2BeersPlease in Sac and just follow him until he parks.
     
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