Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

Hi guys,
I hope you don't mind me posting this here. I wanted to respectfully invite the Hummer Forums to a Clean-up of the Four Peaks area. The place has gotten too trashed for me to stand. I went uplooking for snow last Sunday, but found more trash than snow!! I'd love to see the Hummer owners represented out there.
Thanks a lot and I hope so see some of you out there.
Let me know if you have any questions,
Tim Huber [sm=type.gif]
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Where[/b]: Beeline Highway and Four Peaks Rd. (AKA NF-143)

Directions from Phoenix[/b]: Take the 101 to Shea and turn East (toward Fountain Hills). Take this to the Beeline(AKA Highway-87). Turn North(toward Payson) on the Beeline (87). Take this 15 miles. The turn is just before mile marker 204. Turn Right on Four Peaks Rd (NF-143) (east). Take the dirt road less than a mile to the restrooms and parking area. We’ll have someone here all day to help direct you to the areas being cleaned.[/i]
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When: [/b]February 9th. 9am-3pm. (Come by to fill 1 bag or 20 whatever you have time for. Feel free to show up anytime between 9am-3pm and leave when you need to.)

What to bring[/b]: A desire to leave it a little better than you found it. Trash bags will be provided!
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Recommended Items[/b]: Gloves, long pants, sun block, a hat, water[/b], snacks.


For more info please contact: Tim Huber at Timothy_Huber@hotmail.com[/b]
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http://fourpeakspickup.blogspot.com/[/b]

Thanks to[/b]: Racer Offroad (www.raceroffroad.com) for $150 worth of gift certificates that will be given away!!
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RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

Thanks for your post Tim.

and no... we don't mind one bit.

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

Need a big bag for that trash. Noble effort Tim. Wish I was closer, I would definitely come out and help.

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

Thanks Muddydawg75.

3hummers,
That one will be a pain. I'll need some help with it!

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

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Thanks to ElVota for the map!

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

Why do people have to be such pigs????

We have some AZ members................c'mon guys, do what ya can and represent. :D



Good work SOAZ!

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

None of the AZ people have posted in here yet....

Might have to do some PMing....:D

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

With due respect that this needs to be done, there's another Feb 9th event that several AZ people have committed to. And yes, that group participates in trail cleanups too.:D [/align]

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

alrock,
No worries. It can't fit everyones schedule. Good to hear that you guys are involved!!
See ya on the trail! ;)

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

So... after letting it go for a while... I have to know... is there any kinda story to that FJ that was burned? Was it vandalized after it broke?Owner woke up and smelled the coffee?

Anything?

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

Hard to say. The Sheriff is working on it. I'll try to call them and see if they can release any info.

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

Thanks....

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

A couple of updates!

www.goodgun.org has donated some money to the cause as a giveaway! As well as some members coming to help. I'm excited to see responsible shooters step up.
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Oakley has given some sun glasses to give away.

The Tacoma Territory, Xterra Owners Club, Copper state cruisers, and Virtual Jeep Club have stepped up to make it an official run of theirs!

The Copper State Cruisers have stepped up with a giant grill that can cook 80 burgers at a time! YIKES thats a lot of cow. mmmm!

Some folks are bringing a rake if they can. Its not a neccessity, but it will help with the shells and glass being picked up!

The Forest Service is going to bring a couple of Roll Off Dumpsters too!

Thanks to REI for some Clif bars for the volunteers! www.rei.com


Tim

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

BIG thanks to Total Chaos Fabrication www.chaosfab.com for some racing DVD's to give away!
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Thank you Racer Offroad!! I went by and picked up the gift certificates today! www.raceroffroad.com
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RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

Sounds like it is shaping up to be quite a success. Post pics of the actual clean up event.

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

You bet. I will make sure to post pics on all of the forums this is on. I'll post a whole write up on the clean up blog and my site www.soaztim.com

I hope you guys don't mind me posting the logo's. I want to give credit and thanks to the companies helping out.
I wanted to thank Border Construction Specialties for stepping up big with the giant grill. Brandon, the president of Copper State Cruisers has gotten burgers and the use of this trailer sized grill donated for the clean-up! Thank YOU!
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RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

If you CAN make it could you please go to the official clean-up website and click the RSVP buttons on the right side of the page below. It will really help me!
http://fourpeakspickup.blogspot.com/
Thanks!!
Tim Huber

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

If anyone wants a copy to forward to a friend, here is the flyer. Thanks for spreading the word. ;)
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http://fourpeakspickup.blogspot.com/

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

I put up the communication channels and info on the blog that we'll be on during the clean up.
Thanks!

Also, thank you to Icon Vehicle Dynamics www.iconvehicledynamics.com and SDHQ www.sdhqoffroad.com for providing more give aways for the volunteers!

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

I know a lot of us have an SUV, Jeep or other "non" trucks. Although piling bags of trash in the back can work, many don't want to take the risk of hurting the interior of their vehicle or just don't have the room!
If you have a hitch mounted bike rack you may have the perfect alternative. I simply looped the bag back on itself to make sure it gets a good grip and doesn't go anywhere.
Take a look:
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Keep in mind that the bags will sway around back there and I don't recommend any highspeed or highway driving with this set up. It may just make the difference in carrying enough trash to make a difference though.

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

Do you have a decent headcount yet?

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

Pretty good,
If everyone shows, well over 200. With a lot of drop outs about 175.

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

WOW.... that is impressive....

That'saround what we are getting at Wharton... in its 6th year

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

Thanks. I'm amazed by the response. I might make it into a yearly thing if the area needs it.

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

Great job SOAZ. As a group we need to do more of this. These type of activities can only raise the profile and reputation of off roaders.

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

Thanks for the encouraging words 3hummers!
I hope we get some press for ohv'ers. We sure need it.

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

and remember to post pictures... we love pictures...

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

Pictures will be plentiful! ;)

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

Four Peaks Pickup Information.

Here is some clean up info, but since you like pictures check out the www.soaztim.com


Restrooms are located at the main Four Peaks Recreation area parking lot. (On the right just after turning onto Four Peaks Rd)



TIMELINE:


8:00 AM - Set up for clean up. Clean up area team leaders arrive.

9:00 AM - Meet at clean up headquarters and start directing volunteers to target areas with team leads directing the way.

9:00 AM to 2:30 PM Clean up. (Come or go as needed. Use team leaders or meeting site for questions, problems, suggestions.)

2:00 PM to 3:00 PM - Make final trash run to dumpsters and head back to clean up headquarters.

2:00 PM to 3:15 PM - Grab a burger or snack at headquarters while they last.

3:00 PM - Prize give-aways at headquarters and a Thank YOU to all the volunteers!


Trash bags will be located at the main clean up headquarters and with the clean up area team leaders.


Be CAREFUL! Much of the trash is glass, sharp rusted metal etc. Bring and wear gloves and eye protection.

It may be cold so bring appropriate clothing. Use sunblock!

COMMUNICATION:
1. CB radio. AKA: Citizen Band. The clean up will be on channel 14.
2. FRS Radio. AKA: Store bought personal radios. (walkie talkie type). The clean up will be on channel 14.
3. 2 meter radio. AKA: Amatuer Radio. The clean up will be on channel 146.480

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

I looked at your site.... that is some fine country you're wheeling in... Well worth the effort you are putting into cleaning it up.

Good Job Tim!!!

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

Muddydawg75,
Thank you sir!



We'll be out there at location 10 helping folks get to the clean up sites all day, but here is a map just in case.
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http://fourpeakspickup.blogspot.com/

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

http://www.azcentral.com/12news/vide...deo_index.html
Check out the video named Cleaning up the desert! For Feb 8th.
We got a little press a couple of times live this morning. Should be great for the event!

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

See you guys up there!
I'll be headed out in a couple hours so I'll be incomunicato. ;)

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

SOAZ great video coverage and good work. Looking forward to the pics. Thanks for the effort. The video underneath about the worst Valentine's ever was pretty funny also.

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

Well done Tim.... very well done. That was a great 3 minute interview.

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

What a great day!!! I'll have tons of picks up soon. We had 220 folks sign in and many more that didn't.
Tons of trash were removed and great people were met.
THANK YOU!!

I'm asking that anyone who wants to share pictures posts the LINK as a comment on www.fourpeakspickup.blogspot.com so they are all located in one place! Thank you!
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RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

lmfao a gorilla mask....

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

I saw that too. That was funny.

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

Tim,

Great job!!! Thanks for stepping up and organizing this event. Looks like you guys made a real difference. It is a great start.

RE: Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
 

Thanks guys! You think the Gorilla mask was nuts (very creepy looking one too) you should have seen the .357 revolver we found or this:
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One more pick from just before I left that night.
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Its amazing what people will shoot at.
Sadly, the pile of trash was lit on fire by some complete idiots... The FS is out there now cleaning up the smoldering pile. Bless them too, it has to be an absolute mess.
What is wrong with people?