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Title: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Danny Kinder on January 03, 2016, 07:40:33 PM
MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND

OPEN RIDE - EVERYONE'S INVITED

DISCUSSION ONLY


DATE :
FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST

PARK INFORMATION :

Address :
1524 Henry Davis Rd. Delta, Al  36258

Website :
http://www.morrismountainorv.com/index.htm (http://www.morrismountainorv.com/index.htm)

PARK RATES :
http://www.morrismountainorv.com/parkinfo.html (http://www.morrismountainorv.com/parkinfo.html)

AMENITIES :

- Unlimited Primitive camping
- Restrooms
- Pavilion

About Morris Mountain
The park was created from a lack of places to go wheeling.  It started as a pastime for Kris and Randy Morris and quickly grew into Morris Mountain ORV Park.  The park now has obstacles, trails, mud pits, canyons, and a primitive camping facility.

Our experience trying to find places to ride kept leading us to areas that forced you to pay for full weekends, camping facilities, or required reservations, making a spur of the moment one day wheeling trip impractical or unaffordable.  As a result,  MMORV has flexible hours and low fees to allow the average joe to take a half -day wheeling trip or a weekend long outing.

Morris Mountain ORV park will be open on the 2nd and 4th weekends of every month only.  Note this does not apply to privately rented events.


CHECK IN HERE : http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?topic=15110.new#new (http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?topic=15110.new#new)


GATR Ride Rules & Information:
Trail riding equipment : http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?action=required_trail_equipment (http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?action=required_trail_equipment)
Ride rules : http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?action=ride_rules (http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?action=ride_rules)
Cabin/Campsite Etiquette : http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?action=cabin_campsite_etiquette (http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?action=cabin_campsite_etiquette)



Title: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Danny Kinder on January 21, 2016, 12:38:01 PM
Just spoke to Randy - we are good to go!!
Title: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: BigMike on January 21, 2016, 12:38:31 PM
Just spoke to Randy - we are good to go!!

Who is Randy and good to go ..... where?
Title: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Danny Kinder on January 21, 2016, 12:43:34 PM
Just spoke to Randy - we are good to go!!

Who is Randy and good to go ..... where?

Randy owns Morris Mtn and we are good to go to Morris Mtn.
Title: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: jd30005 on January 21, 2016, 12:44:06 PM
Just spoke to Randy - we are good to go!!

Morris?  That's cool.
Friday mid morning arrival ok?
Title: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: DOUG on January 21, 2016, 12:44:31 PM
Thanks Danny, just landed in salt lake
Title: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: BigMike on January 21, 2016, 12:46:55 PM
Just spoke to Randy - we are good to go!!

Who is Randy and good to go ..... where?

Randy owns Morris Mtn and we are good to go to Morris Mtn.

Good job Danny
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: DOUG on January 21, 2016, 01:03:23 PM
Booked at Hilton garden Inn, cooked to order bfast included. All you can eat Clark.
Title: Re:FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tjsahara00 on January 21, 2016, 01:07:37 PM
I just sent a group message to everyone on the
check in sheet to look for the changes to Morris Mtn.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: jd30005 on January 21, 2016, 01:10:49 PM
Awesome, Morris it is.


Just re-booked at the Fairfield Inn and Suites Anniston.  $84 AAA rate.
Title: Re:FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Danny Kinder on January 21, 2016, 01:26:31 PM
Awesome, Morris it is.
Just re-booked at the Fairfield Inn and Suites Anniston.  $84 AAA rate.

is this the one in Oxford? @jd30005
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: jd30005 on January 21, 2016, 01:36:52 PM
Awesome, Morris it is.
Just re-booked at the Fairfield Inn and Suites Anniston.  $84 AAA rate.

is this the one in Oxford? @jd30005
@PHANTOM  - yes, same one.  http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bhmfo-fairfield-inn-and-suites-anniston-oxford/ (http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bhmfo-fairfield-inn-and-suites-anniston-oxford/)
Title: Re:FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: cru9 on January 21, 2016, 01:49:19 PM
Still Saturday morning for me
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tcdawg on January 21, 2016, 01:59:13 PM
Still Friday noonish for me. I'll re book hotels
Title: Re:FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tjsahara00 on January 21, 2016, 02:07:15 PM
If you signed in for Choccolocco
then beware it has changed to
FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND

  1.  Danny (Phantom) +1 - Fri-Sun
  2.  Bobby (cru9) +1 - Sat
  3.  John (jd30005) - Fri-Sun
  4.  Jay (Raisinhead)
  5.  Tony(Tcdawg) Fri -Sun
  6.  Jimbo (Blue J)
  7.  Clark (Clark123456)
  8.  Mike (BigMike)
  9.  Patrick (Patman)
10. Doug and Madison Sat-Sun Hampton
11. Jorge (CaneJeep) Sat
12. Scott F Fri-Sun
13. Wes (Jeepson33s) Fri-Sat
14. Steve (1987RedYJ) Fri-Sat
15. Kevin (tjsahara00) +1 Saturday
16. Nancy (Nancy Rampley) Saturday
17. Mark (Michigunman) Fri-Sun
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: BigMike on January 21, 2016, 02:34:52 PM
Still Friday noonish for me. I'll re book hotels

What hotel?
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: DOUG on January 21, 2016, 02:42:25 PM
Fairfield or Hilton garden so far
Title: Re:FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Danny Kinder on January 21, 2016, 02:43:52 PM
John booked this one :
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bhmfo-fairfield-inn-and-suites-anniston-oxford/ (http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bhmfo-fairfield-inn-and-suites-anniston-oxford/)

There are several right on the same street.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: 8lugLJ on January 21, 2016, 03:22:58 PM
John booked this one :
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bhmfo-fairfield-inn-and-suites-anniston-oxford/ (http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bhmfo-fairfield-inn-and-suites-anniston-oxford/)

There are several right on the same street.

Just booked the same one.. just for Friday night at the moment, weather permitting we will wheel sunday too
Title: Re:FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Blue J on January 21, 2016, 03:45:33 PM
I've never ridden Morris, is it as good as Chocco?
Title: Re:FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Michigunman on January 21, 2016, 04:01:23 PM
I've never ridden Morris, is it as good as Chocco?

Better to me.  Unless it's really wet, then not so much.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: steve.workman on January 21, 2016, 04:03:02 PM
I'm good for fri. & sat.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Michigunman on January 21, 2016, 06:15:40 PM
I've never ridden Morris, is it as good as Chocco?

Better to me.  Unless it's really wet, then not so much.
Just to clarify.  I prefer Morris over Chocco but its more different than better. Morris is small with short trails and lots of obstacles.   It's very conducive to mixed groups as every obstacle has multiple approaches.   Anyway its a fun park and one of my favorites.   Facilities suck though.

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Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tjsahara00 on January 21, 2016, 06:22:10 PM
good bad ugly.....     //SLAMIN//
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: BigMike on January 21, 2016, 08:00:45 PM
Fairfield or Hilton garden so far

Courtyard is $98
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: BigMike on January 21, 2016, 08:18:52 PM
I just booked at the Fairfield.  Be careful, some rates are non-refundable.  Fairfield only has 4 rooms left.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: kvom on January 21, 2016, 08:41:05 PM
I stayed at the Indian-owned motel in Heflin, and it's above average as such places go.  The owner is a wheeler.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Big Dave on January 21, 2016, 09:09:31 PM
America's Best Value Inn.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on January 21, 2016, 10:05:05 PM
I stayed at the Indian-owned motel in Heflin, and it's above average as such places go.  The owner is a wheeler.
native or east?  I don't think I've ever observed either wheeling.

- Torg

Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on January 21, 2016, 10:06:36 PM
I've never ridden Morris, is it as good as Chocco?

Better to me.  Unless it's really wet, then not so much.
Just to clarify.  I prefer Morris over Chocco but its more different than better. Morris is small with short trails and lots of obstacles.   It's very conducive to mixed groups as every obstacle has multiple approaches.   Anyway its a fun park and one of my favorites.   Facilities suck though.

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my favorite, of the two also.  Kell references the place by how bad the bathroom was the first time we went there. 

- Torg

Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on January 21, 2016, 10:08:51 PM
Crap.. i called and got a hotel last night.. I cant do Friday ride, wont be arriving till later in the day, and we dont like the crowds. Theres always Hale, but there are not really any close hotels. Im down for wherever, already had the weekend off.
Hale...now that's an awesome idea!  I'd sleep in the truck, with it running of course, to ride Hale.

and i would plug your exhaust just make sure you stayed good n warm.. ole buddy ..


@tjsahara00 just a suggestion.. and Clark, Mrs Peggy said we are welcome anytime, as long as they were in town she could just meet us and open the gate.
Ah, the ole banana in the tailpipe trick...good one.

Does Mrs Peggy travel very often?

- Torg

Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Big Dave on January 22, 2016, 05:22:08 AM
The guy that owns the hotel is east Indian. He's about 4 foot tall. He also runs a gas station at the 199 exit on 20.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Mortalis5509 on January 22, 2016, 06:36:50 AM
The guy that owns the hotel is east Indian. He's about 4 foot tall. He also runs a gas station at the 199 exit on 20.
He's a good guy. Talked with him a while last year. Never stayed at the hotel.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: bjeep on January 22, 2016, 07:11:38 AM
Sam is a great guy. Has a buggy wheels all the time. Tell him you are going to morris and you will get a discount.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: 8lugLJ on January 22, 2016, 09:17:07 AM
Crap.. i called and got a hotel last night.. I cant do Friday ride, wont be arriving till later in the day, and we dont like the crowds. Theres always Hale, but there are not really any close hotels. Im down for wherever, already had the weekend off.
Hale...now that's an awesome idea!  I'd sleep in the truck, with it running of course, to ride Hale.

and i would plug your exhaust just make sure you stayed good n warm.. ole buddy ..


@tjsahara00 just a suggestion.. and Clark, Mrs Peggy said we are welcome anytime, as long as they were in town she could just meet us and open the gate.
Ah, the ole banana in the tailpipe trick...good one.

Does Mrs Peggy travel very often?

- Torg




I think the place there at the mtn is their 2nd home
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: RedDragonATL on January 28, 2016, 10:58:16 AM
Hoping to make it out...it's been way too long since I've been on the rocks.  Will post up in check-in thread when I am sure.  Probably just a Saturday day-trip for me on this one.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tj05world on January 28, 2016, 12:53:21 PM
Man I want to go,if I can't make this one.im getting back into it this year.


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Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on January 28, 2016, 01:09:03 PM
Man I want to go,if I can't make this one.im getting back into it this year.


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I hope to see you at Morris...great park for everyone.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tj05world on January 30, 2016, 11:50:44 AM
Just confirmed it with Megan I will be there


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Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on January 30, 2016, 11:17:07 PM
Just confirmed it with Megan I will be there


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woohoo!  Get ready to hit God bad ugly

- Torg

Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tj05world on January 31, 2016, 05:17:25 PM

Just confirmed it with Megan I will be there


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woohoo!  Get ready to hit God bad ugly

- Torg

Oh yes sir! Replacing my toggle switch for rear locker and she will be giving hell to god bad ugly.


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Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: MWK on January 31, 2016, 11:52:44 PM
New to site and wheeling. Don't know what to expect. I plan on coming Saturday.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on February 01, 2016, 06:48:14 AM
New to site and wheeling. Don't know what to expect. I plan on coming Saturday.
Expect good times, horrible bathrooms, and some damage to someone's vehicle.

- Torg

Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cannonballkev on February 01, 2016, 07:04:51 PM
I think I might come out and join y'all.  Girlfriend is out of town that weekend and I need something to do.
  No idea what trails I can do in a long bed truck, maybe just find a spot and watch.
Are people camping? Bonfire?
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: DOUG on February 01, 2016, 07:19:55 PM
I think I might come out and join y'all.  Girlfriend is out of town that weekend and I need something to do.
  No idea what trails I can do in a long bed truck, maybe just find a spot and watch.
Are people camping? Bonfire?

If its warm like this, heck yeah
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Big Dave on February 01, 2016, 07:22:08 PM
I took off work & will be there Friday morning thru Sunday, weather permitting. I'll be camping.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cannonballkev on February 01, 2016, 07:43:35 PM
Looking foward to putting faces with names!
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: crush_her on February 02, 2016, 08:54:41 AM
Is there any reason this was changed from Choccolocco? I think that park has better camping...maybe a better ride come spring time.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: DOUG on February 02, 2016, 08:59:31 AM
Yes, if you will read this thread the secret will be found, but I'll share, there is a race there that was announced after we planned our ride.  Carry on.  Tread Lightly. 
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Danny Kinder on February 02, 2016, 11:18:22 AM
Is there any reason this was changed from Choccolocco? I think that park has better camping...maybe a better ride come spring time.

If you are new to rock crawling/wheeling you will probably be better off at MM. Coccolocco has a lot of loose rocks and vertical hill climbs, where MM is easier to navigate and bypass the really hard stuff.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: cru9 on February 02, 2016, 11:32:15 AM

Is there any reason this was changed from Choccolocco? I think that park has better camping...maybe a better ride come spring time.

If you are new to rock crawling/wheeling you will probably be better off at MM. Coccolocco has a lot of loose rocks and vertical hill climbs, where MM is easier to navigate and bypass the really hard stuff.

I agree MM has a lot of areas to so call get you feet wet and is very easy to be close by and watch the action
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: jd30005 on February 02, 2016, 11:48:36 AM
If you are new to rock crawling/wheeling you will probably be better off at MM. Coccolocco has a lot of loose rocks and vertical hill climbs, where MM is easier to navigate and bypass the really hard stuff.
After spending this past Sat at Chocco.  There is still lots of loose rocks on several trails (Tee Pee being the worst) and it's crazy how much a line can change after each rig.

I will say that overall Chocco has improved from the last time I was there last year.  Better signage and they are also now using the Avenza PDF map application so you can track yourself via GPS on the map.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Michigunman on February 02, 2016, 12:33:02 PM
If you are new to rock crawling/wheeling you will probably be better off at MM. Coccolocco has a lot of loose rocks and vertical hill climbs, where MM is easier to navigate and bypass the really hard stuff.
After spending this past Sat at Chocco.  There is still lots of loose rocks on several trails (Tee Pee being the worst) and it's crazy how much a line can change after each rig.

I will say that overall Chocco has improved from the last time I was there last year.  Better signage and they are also now using the Avenza PDF map application so you can track yourself via GPS on the map.
And off the map :)  But yeah mapping is much better overall.

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Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: jd30005 on February 02, 2016, 01:00:42 PM

If you are new to rock crawling/wheeling you will probably be better off at MM. Coccolocco has a lot of loose rocks and vertical hill climbs, where MM is easier to navigate and bypass the really hard stuff.
After spending this past Sat at Chocco.  There is still lots of loose rocks on several trails (Tee Pee being the worst) and it's crazy how much a line can change after each rig.

I will say that overall Chocco has improved from the last time I was there last year.  Better signage and they are also now using the Avenza PDF map application so you can track yourself via GPS on the map.
And off the map :)  But yeah mapping is much better overall.

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Good point. The ledges were a mystery but thankfully we had Shane with us.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tcdawg on February 02, 2016, 01:23:31 PM

If you are new to rock crawling/wheeling you will probably be better off at MM. Coccolocco has a lot of loose rocks and vertical hill climbs, where MM is easier to navigate and bypass the really hard stuff.
After spending this past Sat at Chocco.  There is still lots of loose rocks on several trails (Tee Pee being the worst) and it's crazy how much a line can change after each rig.

I will say that overall Chocco has improved from the last time I was there last year.  Better signage and they are also now using the Avenza PDF map application so you can track yourself via GPS on the map.
And off the map :)  But yeah mapping is much better overall.

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Good point. The ledges were a mystery but thankfully we had Shane with us.

I thought I was the long distance ledge navigator?

my feelings are hurt
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: jd30005 on February 02, 2016, 01:43:11 PM

If you are new to rock crawling/wheeling you will probably be better off at MM. Coccolocco has a lot of loose rocks and vertical hill climbs, where MM is easier to navigate and bypass the really hard stuff.
After spending this past Sat at Chocco.  There is still lots of loose rocks on several trails (Tee Pee being the worst) and it's crazy how much a line can change after each rig.

I will say that overall Chocco has improved from the last time I was there last year.  Better signage and they are also now using the Avenza PDF map application so you can track yourself via GPS on the map.
And off the map :)  But yeah mapping is much better overall.

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Good point. The ledges were a mystery but thankfully we had Shane with us.

I thought I was the long distance ledge navigator?

my feelings are hurt
Shane is code name for Tony...  We couldn't have found them without both of you...
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tcdawg on February 02, 2016, 01:54:46 PM

If you are new to rock crawling/wheeling you will probably be better off at MM. Coccolocco has a lot of loose rocks and vertical hill climbs, where MM is easier to navigate and bypass the really hard stuff.
After spending this past Sat at Chocco.  There is still lots of loose rocks on several trails (Tee Pee being the worst) and it's crazy how much a line can change after each rig.

I will say that overall Chocco has improved from the last time I was there last year.  Better signage and they are also now using the Avenza PDF map application so you can track yourself via GPS on the map.
And off the map :)  But yeah mapping is much better overall.

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Good point. The ledges were a mystery but thankfully we had Shane with us.

I thought I was the long distance ledge navigator?

my feelings are hurt
Shane is code name for Tony...  We couldn't have found them without both of you...

I feel better now
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cleveland99 on February 02, 2016, 05:17:20 PM
So for future reference if you want to play on what being said as the Ledges leave base and go out Forney Rd toward Boatramp when you come to big clearing go left out toward the swamp n muddy hill take the path that's marked swamp it's a uphill climb then follow it toward the left at the top and they are on your left a little ways out

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Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: cru9 on February 02, 2016, 07:04:13 PM
I agree Chocco is getting better. TeePee has got crazy. I was shock how the entrance to the Rubicon has got easier.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on February 02, 2016, 07:23:13 PM
So for future reference if you want to play on what being said as the Ledges leave base and go out Forney Rd toward Boatramp when you come to big clearing go left out toward the swamp n muddy hill take the path that's marked swamp it's a uphill climb then follow it toward the left at the top and they are on your left a little ways out

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the sign on the ground stated, "Rock Ledges"

- Torg

Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cleveland99 on February 02, 2016, 07:24:46 PM
Mmm I didn't see that

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Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tcdawg on February 03, 2016, 10:05:16 AM
I was cleaning and updating the check-in thread and lost the post about MM not being a dog friendly park.

As far as I know you can bring your dog to the park...but others can chime in as well.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Michigunman on February 03, 2016, 10:21:49 AM
Agree it's dog friendly.  There is the neighbors big white dog that used to wander in to camp and follow us on trails, maybe that was a concern.  Thinking about it not sure I have seen him the last few times there. 

Edit
Probably stating the obvious but it's dog friendly for dogs that get along with other dogs and humans.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Big Dave on February 03, 2016, 03:41:04 PM
We had a beagle lead us on trails, seriously. 
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: BigMike on February 03, 2016, 03:45:21 PM
What is the plan for Friday night?


Campfire or party at the hotel?
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on February 03, 2016, 04:24:51 PM
What is the plan for Friday night?


Campfire or party at the hotel?

YES???  Definitely a party at the hotel area.  Do I need to bring any firewood?
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Michigunman on February 03, 2016, 04:30:44 PM
What is the plan for Friday night?


Campfire or party at the hotel?


YES???  Definitely a party at the hotel area.  Do I need to bring any firewood?

I'm so confused.   //???//
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on February 03, 2016, 04:49:57 PM
What is the plan for Friday night?


Campfire or party at the hotel?


YES???  Definitely a party at the hotel area.  Do I need to bring any firewood?

I'm so confused.   //???//
We'll do a fire in the lobby of the hotel...I guess. 

What I'm wondering is if we will have a fire, then move the party to the hotel. 
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Michigunman on February 03, 2016, 04:52:34 PM
That could work.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tj05world on February 04, 2016, 09:05:28 AM
More firewood in hallway;you can use lol.


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Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: DOUG on February 04, 2016, 09:29:17 AM
These are questions for RICHARD, the indoor cooking expert.

Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Danny Kinder on February 04, 2016, 10:02:48 AM
Pending weather we could camp and party or party then hotel. I'm in for either
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Blue J on February 09, 2016, 08:47:33 AM
anyone seen a weather forecast for 10 days out?
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on February 09, 2016, 09:36:16 AM
I just looked...doesn't look bad, but the trip is too far out to tell for sure.

- Torg

Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Big Dave on February 09, 2016, 03:58:27 PM
I don't want to look. Just going to show up & wheel, camp & wheel some more.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Michigunman on February 11, 2016, 05:40:42 PM
Looking good so far.  Just about a week out.  I'm ready to go wheeling!
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: jd30005 on February 11, 2016, 05:42:07 PM
I'm keeping a close eye on the weather to make a final call on camp vs hotel.  I'm ready too.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on February 11, 2016, 06:05:19 PM
It looks fantastic right now.  @Doug , may need to cancel hotel...what's the cancellation policy?  @jeepson33s , fyi

- Torg

Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Michigunman on February 11, 2016, 06:20:07 PM
It looks fantastic right now.  @Doug , may need to cancel hotel...what's the cancellation policy?  @Jeepson33s , fyi

- Torg



Yup, sure does.  I have until next Thursday so I'm going to monitor until mid week.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: jd30005 on February 12, 2016, 08:12:23 AM
Hope the forecast holds, it's looking great!!



Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Blue J on February 15, 2016, 09:19:59 AM
Awesome forecast this weekend.....http://www.wunderground.com/weather-forecast/US/AL/Heflin.html (http://www.wunderground.com/weather-forecast/US/AL/Heflin.html)
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Blue J on February 15, 2016, 12:38:53 PM
@Doug or @tcdawg...can sombody link the GATR required trail gear...next of kin paperwork etc.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tcdawg on February 15, 2016, 12:50:43 PM
@Doug or @tcdawg...can sombody link the GATR required trail gear...next of kin paperwork etc.

This?
http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?topic=2395.0 (http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?topic=2395.0)

and this
http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?topic=10220.msg166717#msg166717 (http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?topic=10220.msg166717#msg166717)
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: RedDragonATL on February 16, 2016, 12:33:05 PM
Weather is looking great!  Short week...won't be there Friday, but can't wait until Saturday! 

Clark, wrap your back up in some copper fit and suck it up...that worked for Brett Favre.  That, and a handful of Percocet and you'll be right as rain and ready to roll.

See you all soon!
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Michigunman on February 16, 2016, 12:52:58 PM
Cancelled my Hotel room.  Camping Friday for sure, undecided on Saturday night.  Looking forward to this ride!
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: BigMike on February 16, 2016, 01:29:03 PM
Leaving work Friday at 11:30 at the very latest.  Should be there in time to wheel on Friday.  Keeping the hotel room. 
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on February 16, 2016, 03:52:09 PM
Weather is looking great!  Short week...won't be there Friday, but can't wait until Saturday! 

Clark, wrap your back up in some copper fit and suck it up...that worked for Brett Favre.  That, and a handful of Percocet and you'll be right as rain and ready to roll.

See you all soon!
I'm still going to try to make it.  If I can manage to get the Jeep on the trailer, then I'm likely fixed enough to come out!  I want to give GBU hell with the stickies...plus that weather looks so f'n solid.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: kvom on February 16, 2016, 04:11:37 PM
GBU dry with stickies = cruise on up

GBU wet = rev limiter

V-notch should be your challenge now.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on February 16, 2016, 04:26:13 PM
GBU dry with stickies = cruise on up

GBU wet = rev limiter

V-notch should be your challenge now.

I broke on V-notch last time (I think), but that was not with Reds.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: jd30005 on February 16, 2016, 05:32:35 PM
GBU dry with stickies = cruise on up

GBU wet = rev limiter

V-notch should be your challenge now.

Speaking of rev limiter...

Scott last year (Fathers day ride) -
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Danny last year (Fathers day ride)  -
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: jd30005 on February 16, 2016, 06:16:16 PM
And Mark...


Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Scott F. on February 16, 2016, 09:03:29 PM
Looking forward to the possibility of dry trails this weekend after our slippery time out there last year. Temps look great too.

I'll start loading some firewood for a fire Friday night. BYOB and trail war stories!
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tcdawg on February 16, 2016, 09:11:32 PM

Looking forward to the possibility of dry trails this weekend after our slippery time out there last year. Temps look great too.

I'll start loading some firewood for a fire Friday night. BYOB and trail war stories!

I'm looking forward to all the things mentioned above!!!!
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cannonballkev on February 16, 2016, 09:12:52 PM
i can bring some firewood also if needed.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on February 16, 2016, 11:20:09 PM
Ok, watching those videos convinced me I'll be coming out.  I'll have a ton of pain pills, just in case!  Pray nothing breaks, because I may not be able to get out of the jeep to fix it :)
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cleveland99 on February 17, 2016, 12:42:05 AM
I just want to try n get up gbu never made it in all my attempts

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Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Big Dave on February 17, 2016, 05:18:32 AM
Ok, watching those videos convinced me I'll be coming out.  I'll have a ton of pain pills, just in case!  Pray nothing breaks, because I may not be able to get out of the jeep to fix it :)

Don't worry 'bout it, you'll have help.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: DOUG on February 17, 2016, 05:40:27 AM
A bunch of us locked crawled up all of GBU years ago, me in my old TJ on BFG 35s.  Have not been on it in years.  Has it changed that much?  Or just always wet?
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on February 17, 2016, 07:11:10 AM
Ok, watching those videos convinced me I'll be coming out.  I'll have a ton of pain pills, just in case!  Pray nothing breaks, because I may not be able to get out of the jeep to fix it :)

Don't worry 'bout it, you'll have help.
Ah...yeah, I don't want to be a burden...but I may still be one anyways 😆

Thanks, sir

- Torg
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tcdawg on February 17, 2016, 07:46:02 AM

A bunch of us locked crawled up all of GBU years ago, me in my old TJ on BFG 35s.  Have not been on it in years.  Has it changed that much?  Or just always wet?

Other than last year on Saturday morning, when it was dry, it has always been wet and rough to make. Even the far right side.

Last year, Friday afternoon and Saturday am everything was bone dry and so much fun
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: kvom on February 17, 2016, 07:49:51 AM
Years ago when we were in drought everyone complained about dust.  Now we complain about mud.  The Good part of GBU is fairly easy when dry.  New members can start with that to see how it goes before trying the harder lines.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tjsahara00 on February 17, 2016, 10:56:59 AM
Years ago when we were in drought everyone complained about dust.  Now we complain about mud.  The Good part of GBU is fairly easy when dry.  New members can start with that to see how it goes before trying the harder lines.

I disagree with that statement....
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: kvom on February 17, 2016, 03:51:36 PM
Opinions are like noses, we all have them.  The far right (Good) is less steep and less likely to put you sideways.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Big Dave on February 17, 2016, 04:14:06 PM
I rode with a guy, in a locked XJ on 33s, last May who went up all 3 with no issues. 
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cleveland99 on February 17, 2016, 04:41:23 PM
Well let's hope I can make it locked front on 33s

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Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: MWK on February 17, 2016, 05:06:11 PM
Point me too the bunny slopes.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Big Dave on February 17, 2016, 05:36:53 PM
Well let's hope I can make it locked front on 33s

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You can always try it in reverse.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cleveland99 on February 17, 2016, 05:40:07 PM
Well let's hope I can make it locked front on 33s

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You can always try it in reverse.
Now that's an idea

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Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tjsahara00 on February 17, 2016, 05:47:11 PM
Guess it was wet. when I tried before.
And yes I have seen in done in reverse both ways
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cannonballkev on February 17, 2016, 06:29:07 PM
Alright, got some wood split and loaded.  Pine and popular, little green, but ething!  Ha ha
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cannonballkev on February 17, 2016, 06:31:12 PM
OMG!  What the hell is with my pictures!  They never post straight up, usually upside down.  Only half a flip this time.

Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cleveland99 on February 17, 2016, 06:53:58 PM
You could look at having wood delivered if it's a issue just a suggestion been there with other clubs that have done this

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Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cannonballkev on February 17, 2016, 07:10:08 PM
I couldn't tell you the last time I bought wood or had it delivered.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: BigMike on February 17, 2016, 07:24:10 PM
You could look at having wood delivered if it's a issue just a suggestion been there with other clubs that have done this

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This sounds genius.  I never have much room for wood. 
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cleveland99 on February 17, 2016, 07:32:37 PM
I might have a number you guys could try

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Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Michigunman on February 17, 2016, 07:35:17 PM
Is anyone plannig on arriving before noon on Friday?

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Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cleveland99 on February 17, 2016, 07:35:20 PM
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160218/1f7b6c0f9b32f918099b045004ec320c.jpg)    can try this number may or not still be accurate

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Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: jd30005 on February 17, 2016, 07:38:26 PM

Is anyone plannig on arriving before noon on Friday?

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If all goes according to plan I hope to be there by 11am on Fri.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Big Dave on February 17, 2016, 07:45:59 PM
Is anyone plannig on arriving before noon on Friday?

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I wanted to get there early to miss rush hour traffic, 7:30 or 8 am our time.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cannonballkev on February 17, 2016, 07:47:01 PM
I've always had a truck, so room was never a big deal.  I guess when I get my Jeep, I'll be cussing or calling the wood guy.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tcdawg on February 17, 2016, 07:49:20 PM


Is anyone plannig on arriving before noon on Friday?

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If all goes according to plan I hope to be there by 11am on Fri.

Likewise
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Michigunman on February 17, 2016, 07:52:29 PM
11 am is my plan too depending on work,  been a crazy week.  Wanted to make sure someone else would be there to ride with. 4's a good number plus whoever else may show up.

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Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: BigMike on February 17, 2016, 08:03:54 PM


Is anyone plannig on arriving before noon on Friday?

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If all goes according to plan I hope to be there by 11am on Fri.

Likewise

Just come back to base to get me around 2:00
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Michigunman on February 17, 2016, 08:14:30 PM
10-4 Mike.   248 974 9692 if we are not there and you can't hit us on ch 7.

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Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tcdawg on February 17, 2016, 09:18:29 PM



Is anyone plannig on arriving before noon on Friday?

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If all goes according to plan I hope to be there by 11am on Fri.

Likewise

Just come back to base to get me around 2:00

You got my number as well.  Text or hit channel 7
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: kvom on February 18, 2016, 07:28:12 AM
I should be there by 9 tomorrow.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: RedDragonATL on February 18, 2016, 09:31:43 AM
Wish I was going to be there tomorrow, too, but can't wait til Saturday!  You guys have fun tomorrow! 
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tcdawg on February 18, 2016, 10:07:09 AM
Wheeling Eve!!!!!!!

Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: ryangernand on February 18, 2016, 10:37:53 AM
What time are you guys starting on Saturday Morning?  Were coming in Friday evening and staying in Oxford.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tcdawg on February 18, 2016, 10:43:39 AM
What time are you guys starting on Saturday Morning?  Were coming in Friday evening and staying in Oxford.

Riders meeting at 9am local time
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: RedDragonATL on February 18, 2016, 10:44:54 AM
What time are you guys starting on Saturday Morning?  Were coming in Friday evening and staying in Oxford.
We always have a driver's meeting at 9 AM local time, but get there before then to air down, disconnect, and whatever you need to do to get ready to wheel.  See you then!
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: ryangernand on February 18, 2016, 10:46:53 AM
Thanks guys really looking forward to Saturday!
Title: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tj05world on February 18, 2016, 11:07:08 AM
Saturday we are coming already 9ish and on the gbu will go on easy at first since this will be the first time up it.last time it was mud and wasn't looking forward to slip.weather will be a change too.68! And nice no more dang rain!! Bla


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Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on February 18, 2016, 11:36:28 AM
I may come out on Friday morning...I had already scheduled the day off, so I may use it to come out.  I will probably stay in a hotel, but that will be a game-time decision.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: jd30005 on February 18, 2016, 11:40:00 AM
I may come out on Friday morning...I had already scheduled the day off, so I may use it to come out.  I will probably stay in a hotel, but that will be a game-time decision.
If you do decide to come on Fri, happy to help you unload or move gear so you can take it easy on your back.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on February 18, 2016, 11:45:07 AM
I may come out on Friday morning...I had already scheduled the day off, so I may use it to come out.  I will probably stay in a hotel, but that will be a game-time decision.
If you do decide to come on Fri, happy to help you unload or move gear so you can take it easy on your back.

I tell you man, that is so damn kind of you I am tearing up; Well, tearing up may a bit much, but I'm smiling about it and thankful for such a good friend.

I feel so good today that I am really thinking this isn't such a big deal anymore, but I'll still have a step-stool :)
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: kvom on February 18, 2016, 12:56:35 PM
I'll be there early as well if you need help;  or at least I won't laugh at you.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tjsahara00 on February 18, 2016, 01:20:47 PM
yes you will
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: bigaj234 on February 18, 2016, 01:25:18 PM
I have not been on a ride since last may because I live in south Georgia, but this is one of the few places that I can make the drive the day of and still get back at a decent time. I am also finally able to trailer the  jeep thanks to a friend that is coming along instead of driving it 3+ hours up there. I would also really like to do the section of the park that is down the street from the main parking area. The one that is mostly hill climbs
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tj05world on February 18, 2016, 01:26:20 PM

yes you will

Lol wait I just laughed...


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Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Big Dave on February 18, 2016, 03:27:48 PM
I'll be there early as well if you need help;  or at least I won't laugh at you.

Me three.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Scott F. on February 18, 2016, 08:55:20 PM
I may come out on Friday morning...I had already scheduled the day off, so I may use it to come out.  I will probably stay in a hotel, but that will be a game-time decision.

Do it! We got you covered. I'll even drive your jeep on the obstacles if you want     //letseat//
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Scott F. on February 18, 2016, 08:57:43 PM
So the park website says $30 for the weekend rate but didn't I see somewhere that now that it is private rental only now the weekend rate is $40?

@PHANTOM
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on February 18, 2016, 09:12:55 PM
I may come out on Friday morning...I had already scheduled the day off, so I may use it to come out.  I will probably stay in a hotel, but that will be a game-time decision.

Do it! We got you covered. I'll even drive your jeep on the obstacles if you want     //letseat//
whoa...when you clear an obstacle that denied me, I won't be able to blame it on the vehicle...and it will appear as if I don't know how to wheel...can't have that.  It's ok for people to think it, but to prove it is crazy.

I'll be loading up in the morning...I should be there by noon local.

- Torg

Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Big Dave on February 18, 2016, 09:21:22 PM
So the park website says $30 for the weekend rate but didn't I see somewhere that now that it is private rental only now the weekend rate is $40?

@PHANTOM

So we get the whole park to ourselves?  Schweet!
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: DOUG on February 18, 2016, 09:28:20 PM
Nope he told him to open it up so you could all have the cheaper rate for the weekend.

I'm out, tough love.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cannonballkev on February 18, 2016, 11:44:55 PM
I spent two hours trying to get my door open, I failed.  So, if you see me crawling out of the driver side window, (I'm Practicing for nascar)or out the passenger door,  this is not something I normally do.
  Great way to make a first impression.
Plan on leave by Atlanta around 12-1.
Is it obvious where to set up camp?
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Big Dave on February 19, 2016, 04:27:43 AM
Yes, anywhere you like. It's a parking lot/  camping area.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Scott F. on February 19, 2016, 07:08:28 AM
I spent two hours trying to get my door open, I failed.  So, if you see me crawling out of the driver side window, (I'm Practicing for nascar)or out the passenger door,  this is not something I normally do.
  Great way to make a first impression.
Plan on leave by Atlanta around 12-1.
Is it obvious where to set up camp?


Finding your camping spot will be easy.

Keep an eye out for the turn off of Hwy 9 onto Henry Davis Road (the road the park and entrance is off of) though. I drove right past it last time.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on February 19, 2016, 07:20:46 AM
Ok, jeep is loaded.  Waiting on laundry, then I'll be heading over

- Torg

Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Big Dave on February 19, 2016, 07:47:23 AM
Sitting here at the exit 199 Hardees.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tjsahara00 on February 19, 2016, 07:51:31 AM
See you tomorrow David.....     //SLAMIN//
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: BigMike on February 19, 2016, 08:19:21 AM
Sitting at work like, is it 11:30 yet?
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Michigunman on February 19, 2016, 08:23:32 AM
Got home from work kinda late last night.  Still have to load the Jeep and stop at the Grocery.  Hope to be on the road in an hour or so.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: BigMike on February 19, 2016, 08:26:45 AM
Who else is staying at the Fairfield?



Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on February 19, 2016, 09:18:59 AM
Nope...America's best inn in Heflin...

- Torg

Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: BigMike on February 19, 2016, 09:26:42 AM
I forgot my chair.  Wonder what else I forgot.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cannonballkev on February 19, 2016, 09:42:34 AM
I have an extra
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on February 19, 2016, 10:40:27 AM
Keep in mind that gas is much cheaper in Alabama than Georgia.  Plan accordingly

- Torg

Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on February 19, 2016, 10:46:49 AM
Also, waze will try to send you to Adams cutoff...don't do it!

- Torg

Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Krawler00 on February 19, 2016, 12:24:41 PM
Enjoy the weekend boys! Weather is perfect. I will be under the hood on the sub and under the jeep this weekend  //:hlp//
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tjsahara00 on February 19, 2016, 12:26:22 PM
Please post pictures and stories here...
http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?topic=15246.msg259493#msg259493 (http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?topic=15246.msg259493#msg259493)
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Danny Kinder on February 19, 2016, 01:29:47 PM
The park is open = $20 Per day or $30 for the weekend. It was cheaper for everyone this way. Sorry @Scott F. I just saw that you tagged me in this
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: tj05world on February 19, 2016, 02:37:41 PM
Does anybody that's already there or is coming up tomorrow have swr meter? I have radio shack and Walmart.i found my broking and to replace it.going up there blind.


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Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: cru9 on February 19, 2016, 06:55:27 PM
All Saturday arriving people. When you pull in the gates are locked. Look at the gate to the far right and go to the right of driving parallel to the road until you see the opening. If you can't figure it out call out on Channel 7 on the CB. Remember 9 am local time drivers meeting
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on February 19, 2016, 10:46:46 PM
The right gate has been opened and should remain so, but in case it isn't, follow Bobby's guidance.
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on February 19, 2016, 10:48:52 PM
Does anybody that's already there or is coming up tomorrow have swr meter? I have radio shack and Walmart.i found my broking and to replace it.going up there blind.


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I am pretty sure mine is in my truck.  We'll find out tomorrow!
Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: clark123456 on February 19, 2016, 10:55:44 PM
ok, so I'm at this America's Best Value Inn...and I think Kirk ( @kvom ) has been holding out on us!  This place is of very good value and I cannot see why I wouldn't stay here each time.  My single king room was supposed to be $55/night (or $61, I can't remember), but because of the "Morris Mountain" discount, it is only $45! 

I got a non-smoking king and it is truly a non-smoking room, not a room that was a smoking room yesterday and today is a non-smoking room.  I haven't checked out the bed yet, but everything else seems decent.

Title: Re: FEBRUARY 19TH - 21ST : MORRIS MTN ORV PARK & CAMPGROUND - DISCUSSION ONLY
Post by: Cleveland99 on February 20, 2016, 06:04:16 AM
What time are most leaving today just seeing if I could catch a group to ride over with

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