The Kootenay Borscht, Burn and BBQ 07 - Sign up and planning thread

[bubba zanetti]

After careful consultation with the DenMother (tm) I have started a new thread for those wishing to sign up for this years ride.


Your hosts

You are invited to join GetFuzzy, Kootenanny, alphabet man and myself in Castlegar BC for a weekend of great riding, marvelous scenery and the world famous BBQ on the beautiful and pristine shores of Arrow Lake.

Welcome to the Kootenay Borscht, Burn and BBQ 2007 !

Where is Castlegar you ask ???



Nestled beneath the magnificent peaks of the Selkirk and Monashee Mountain ranges, at the confluence of the mighty Columbia and Kootenay Rivers, Castlegar welcomes visitors to it's small city with a big community spirit.
Castlegar is the focus of no fewer than 9 dams controlling the water flow and generating electricity for all North Americans. Hence our claim that Castlegar is the best "Dam" city in the world!

When is this magnificent event ??

July 27, 28 and 29.

Friday Night meet and greet at bubba's house in Castlegar for Sausages, Bevvies and of course ... (giggle) .. "The Borscht" !!!  






Anti gravity Monkeybutt fixers readily available




Saturday morning meet at Timmies in Castlegar for a quick coffee and then we ride.



The "Burn !!!"

Pass Creek road to Crescent Valley over to Highway 3A through Nelson and along Kootenay Lake to Kaslo.




From Kaslo on the amazingly twisty and newly paved, Highway 31A to New Denver. DH5 Destination Highways says " Up one series of rivers and down another, past the crumbling ghost towns of the Silver Rush, it’s sometimes a tight squeeze through the mountains between New Denver and Kaslo. Demanding? Yes. But if you haven’t ridden this classic, you haven’t ridden B.C."





From New Denver on Highway 6 through Nakusp to Fauqhier across Arrow Lake on the free ferry and then continue on the nearly traffic free Highway 6 all the way to Lumby for lunch. We will return on Highway 6 in the opposite direction all the way to Castlegar. DH2 Destination Highways says "An enormously varied riding experience, it ranges from farmland to wilderness, canyon to mountain summit, and tight narrow twisties to long, leaning sweepers. This road is so quiet, ranchers herd cattle on it. "



Total mileage for the day ---------    709 km or 439 miles  Many other options exist if anyone wants to ride a lesser distance. Maybe the alpha bet man wants to lead a dual sport/ big traillie ride ???  Hmmm Dave ?

Needles Ferry
Route across the Lower Arrow Lake, about 59 kilometres south of Nakusp on Highway 6, between Fauquier and Needles.
Daily, year-round schedule; 5:50 am to 10:30 pm
From Fauquier: 6.00 am to 10.30 pm, every half hour, on the hour and half hour.
From Needles: 5.50 am to 10:15 pm, every half hour, quarter before and quarter after.
Crossing time: 5 minutes.


"The BBQ!!!"
Saturday evening we head out to the alphabet man's splendid cottage on 100's of acres of some of the nicest waterfront in the world on shores of pristine Arrow Lake for the famous Kootenay BBQ and Bonfire Follies !! It would be wonderful if folks who are attending the BBQ could chip in $15 -$20 for goodies. Of course, we will use any leftovers for good Kootenay beer !! - Many thanks.


The Cabin on Arrow Lake

The beach site of the strange and remarkable Bonfire Follies


Sunday morning, your hosts will escort many of you on your way home as you bid a fond farewell to the splendor of the Kootenays.


Sunday morning last year - can you say happy?!  

So ... who is in ??? Let me know and I will add your name to the list below ... !!!

Accomodation Information

Hotels and Motels
http://www.castlegar-bc.worldweb.com/WheretoStay/HotelsMotels/

Camping is available about 2 min from my house within easy walking distance.
Pass Creek Regional Park
Castlegar, BC
Phone: (250)304-2062
30 large individual camping sites, firewood, 3 barbeque huts, handicap washrooms, hot showers, sandy beach, creek fed swimming pool, large open fields, soccer field, ball field.
Ideal for group functions.


Free Accomodation ( details to follow )

Last year we had plenty of free accomodation on a first come first served basis ... just need to work out the details.



Attending  

GetFuzzy -Castlegar B.C.
Kootenanny- Krestova B.C.
alphabet man- Elkford  B.C.
bubba zanetti -Castlegar B.C.
Rigger  - Cold Lake Alberta
DantesDame - Seattle - Futon
Kwacker - Crossfield Alberta - Couch
Dr. Zorko - Victoria BC - Bunk
bimmerkim - Elkford BC
Nitro - Kamloops BC
Pintrer - Long Beach CA
Drsmig - Calgary/Rossland
Didit - Kelowna BC
gonzo_adventures - Castlegar BC
Rocketjock - Victoria BC
uleno - Kelowna BC
Baz - Edmonton Alberta
HiAsh - Red Deer, Alberta
Taxguy -Calgary/Nanaimo
Lake Valley Rockit - Peachland BC
Galo - Beaverton Ore
nwconk - ? - tenting at Lake
ducatosh - Slocan BC
00Buck - S Vancouver Island
mikebr - 150 Mile House BC
Birdrunner - Edmonton Ab
Zed  - Calgary Alberta
KLRchickie  - Calgary Alberta
sinc - Victoria BC
Vladimir - Tukwila Washington
BigBlock - Penticton  BC
sungil - Vancouver Island
Lizzabet and bambi - a location best never described ....  
czechmate - Edmonton Alta
Jon ... HiAsh says he is OK  
Canuck - Saskatchewan !!
Red - Elkford BC !!


Note: This is not a tour but a ride of like minded individuals over tight mountain roads with changes in elevation, weather and road conditions. Wildlife is plentiful, large and stoopid. Riders should be experienced in these type roads and bikes in top condition. We take no responsibility for accident, injury, damage or loss. We do take full responsibility for your fun however, and that ... we guarantee!!  




New pavement ... woo hoo !!!


Still need more convincing?  My you are a tough nut ... ok ... PRIZES .. did I mention PRIZES?!!!  Wooo Hooo !!!  We got PRIZES !!!
 

Passports: Just to be clear you do not need a Passport to enter Canada or return to the US if you are driving or riding. Currently, this requirement is for AIR travel only.   So .. come on up !!!

[Rigger]

It just so happens that falls into my vacation time frame this coming summer.  And you have to know it will be on 2 wheels. Count me in!!! !!!

[bubba zanetti]

You are in Rigger. Welcome to the Borscht Burn and BBQ !!  

[Rigger]

The Nighthawk S wont exactly be handling those sexy mountain curves like the newer and better handling bikes do.  So don't be surprised when I come up from behind like a dirty old man on a walker, racing to get inside the strip club.  

[Mrs. DantesDame]

I should be able to make it...  

[bubba zanetti]

You are the mascot ... of course you can make it !  

Welcome to the Borscht Burn and BBQ !!

[Kwacker]

Please, please, please, can I come?  I promise I`ll be good.  

[bubba zanetti]

You may ... but first you have to tell me what small town in Alberta !!

[Kwacker]

Well Bubba, I reside in the proud town of Crossfield Alberta.  Home of the Crossfield IceHawks hockey teams.  

[bubba zanetti]

Well Bubba, I reside in the proud town of Crossfield Alberta.  Home of the Crossfield IceHawks hockey teams.  

Welcome to the Borscht Burn Kwacker !!!  

[Dr. Zorko]

Yes, I remember the ethereal bonfire follies from last year! Count me in. I'll try to make it in time for a BIG bowl of borscht on the Friday. By the way, the ride route looks great Bubba.

[bubba zanetti]

Yes, I remember the ethereal bonfire follies from last year! Count me in. I'll try to make it in time for a BIG bowl of borscht on the Friday. By the way, the ride route looks great Bubba.

Ahh Dr Zorko and his famous RF 900 sport touring machine !!! ... maybe you can bring some real beer from Victoria in those giant hard bags?? !!  Spinakers Ale !!!   .

Welcome the Borscht Burn old buddy ... I hope you can make it !!!  

[Dr. Zorko]

Raspberry wheat beer, old friend, raspberry wheat. In those giant sized bottles!

[alphabet man]

Nice job Bubba
 As far as free accomadation we always have an extra bed or 3 at the cabin and an unending amount of room if you prefer to camp. Just let myself or Bubba know.  One point to remember for those that prefer not to ride thier bikes on gravel, it is 12 km of gravel to the cabin. Last year a couple of the local attendees supplied rides  for those that did not want to take thier bikes on the road. The road is fine for all bikes if your not to particular, there have been many bikes to the cabin, FJR's FJ's FZR's V-stroms a few cruisers
 Most importantly remember that for the Sat. night BBQ your S.O. and children are welcome even if they don't ride. Please if you do drink Sat. night do not plan on driving home we have lots of room.
 David D

[alphabet man]

DH #1

The road to the cabin

[alphabet man]

And where else would Canadian's meet, the Timmy's parking lot

[Mrs. DantesDame]

I present to you, your Host and Hostess for this Very Fine Event:






Maybe I ought to put my request in for that comfy bed again...  

[bimmerkim]

Sign me up Jim and let me know what I can bring. I would like to contribute $omething to that fantastic borscht feast you and your wife slave so hard to put on!

[bubba zanetti]

Sign me up Jim and let me know what I can bring. I would like to contribute $omething to that fantastic borscht feast you and your wife slave so hard to put on!

Thanks Kim ... I will let you know. Welcome to back the Borscht Burn !!  

[bubba zanetti]

Sign me up Jim and let me know what I can bring. I would like to contribute $omething to that fantastic borscht feast you and your wife slave so hard to put on!

Just emailed with Dave and we agree your offer is a good one.    If folks could chip in $15 - $20 it would be much appreciated for bevvies and food.  See edit above in "The BBQ" section.  


Thanks for raising this Kim ... we are shy folk out here !!!