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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Original Post - Sep 12, 2013 - 12:25am PT
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Our friend has passed but his memory lives! If you loved Blitzo and want to tell stories, visit with friends, meet some of the family and celebrate the life of a true individual, please join us.
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10b4me
Ice climber
On the Way to Flagstaff
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Sep 12, 2013 - 12:40am PT
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I am planning on being there.
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justthemaid
climber
Jim Henson's Basement
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Sep 12, 2013 - 12:41am PT
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Nice.. We'll be there.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Sep 12, 2013 - 12:58am PT
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hey there say, thank you, susan...
i am glad blitzo was an online taco friend to me,
and will always cherish that...
god bless this event in very special ways...
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BLUEBLOCR
Social climber
joshua tree
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Sep 12, 2013 - 02:05am PT
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PROUD!
Every thing surrounding this is Proud!
And I'm so Proud to be around so many caring people!
I love The Blitz!
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harryhotdog
Social climber
north vancouver, B.C.
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Sep 12, 2013 - 02:18am PT
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Sorry to hear this. My condolences.
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Gal
Trad climber
going big air to fakie
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Sep 12, 2013 - 04:27am PT
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I will be there.
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rlf
Trad climber
Josh, CA
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Sep 12, 2013 - 07:07am PT
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See ya there!
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Scole
Trad climber
Joshua Tree
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Sep 12, 2013 - 08:46am PT
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I'm there
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Leggs
Sport climber
Tucson, AZ
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Sep 12, 2013 - 09:03am PT
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I plan to be there.
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SofCookay
climber
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Sep 12, 2013 - 10:39am PT
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We will be there.
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Barbarian
climber
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Sep 12, 2013 - 12:44pm PT
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I'll be there.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Sep 12, 2013 - 01:15pm PT
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I'll be there (Oh yeah;....it's at my house...)..My wife Andrea will be there too...........
Attendees:
1. Susan Peplow
2. Russ Wallling
3. Todd Gordon
4. Andrea Gordon
5. Kelly Corbin
6. Becca Corbin
7. Andy Gorrill
8. Steve Powell
9. Tony Yeary
10. Skip
11. Erik Wolfe
12. Locker
13. BlueBlocr
14. Gal
15. Tucker Tech
16. Robert Fonda
17. Scott Cole
18. Leggs
19. zip
20. Barbarian
21. Al Bartlett
22. Don Reid
23. Dan Zacks
24. Mike (Mike's Bikes)
25. Kelly Vaught
26. Frank Bentwood
27. Dennis McDade
28. Aubrey Adams
29. Shelby Beardslee
23. Gina Bararra
24. Rich Bararra
25. Will Casolaro (of Raw Brewing the official brewmaster for Blitzopalooza)
26. Tyler Gilson
27. Daniel Evans
28. Justin Evans
29. Carrie Martin
30. Jessica Crews
31. Rebeca Russell
32. Adam Stackhouse
33. Dave Cox
34. Alisa Cox
35. Milt Jones
36. TGT (Wendall)
37. Cragman
38. Sonya Dickinson
39. Amber Spangenberg
40. Steelmnkey I
41. Steelmokey II
42. Cara Lynae
43. Rhesa Ashbachar
44. Stephanie Casolaro
45. Craig Fry
46. Dave Stahl
47. Dave Evans
48. Margie Evans
49. Brandt Allen
50. Paula Allen
51. Beth Shilliday
52. Cho (Steve)
53. Kate
54. elcapinyoazz
55. Jaybro
56. The Larry
57. Mike Fredricks
58. Randy Vogel
59. Hossjulia
60. James Barnett
61. Susan
62. Michael
63. Steve Swan
64. Mike Fogarty
65. Fish Finder
66. Guy Keesee
67. Rick Cashner
68. Annie Barrett-Cashner
69. Chelsea Cashner-Garbanini
70. Ron Gomez
71. Cindy Worman
72. Jenny Red
73. Sue Lacey
74. Bob Bolton
75. Bullwinkle
76. Leigh-Ann Sullivan the Agent
77. Charleen Blackburn
78. Charlie B.
79. Karen Roseme
80. Steve Belford
81. Anastasia
82. Jude Bischoff
83. Laura Gerhart
84. Todd Battey
85. Brokedownclimber
86. Don Reyes
87. Vegas Climber
88. Christina
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survival
Big Wall climber
Terrapin Station
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Sep 12, 2013 - 01:22pm PT
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Most excellent gang, on a most excellent mission.
Free sailing Blitzo!
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TGT
Social climber
So Cal
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Sep 12, 2013 - 01:24pm PT
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I'll be there
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OR
Trad climber
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Sep 12, 2013 - 01:27pm PT
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RIP Sir. Vibes to family and friends and enjoy celebrating his life on the 9th. Phil
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steelmnkey
climber
Vision man...ya gotta have vision...
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Sep 12, 2013 - 01:32pm PT
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Me 'n the Mrs. Monkey will be there.
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Elcapinyoazz
Social climber
Joshua Tree
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Sep 12, 2013 - 02:27pm PT
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Yep.
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Sep 12, 2013 - 03:48pm PT
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I'm in
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The Larry
climber
Moab, UT
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Sep 12, 2013 - 04:16pm PT
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I'm in. If anybody sees me in the middle of Utah with my thumb out pick me up.
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Mike Friedrichs
Sport climber
City of Salt
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Sep 12, 2013 - 04:30pm PT
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I'm going to try and make this one too. Blitzo was really kind to me and it seems like a good time to get together and support each other.
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MisterE
climber
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Sep 12, 2013 - 08:45pm PT
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A bump to keep this on the front page for those who may be interested in attending, and a thank you to Todd and family for their gracious hosting (again).
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hossjulia
climber
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Sep 12, 2013 - 08:48pm PT
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I will be there if I make it.
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thebravecowboy
Social climber
Colorado Plateau
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Sep 12, 2013 - 09:43pm PT
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I won't be there in person, but my thoughts, smiles, sadness, and remembrances (of the man that I never met yet still profoundly influenced me) will be.
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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Sep 12, 2013 - 09:57pm PT
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Wish i could be there, i'll be in China. The guest list is as fine a testament as he could have.
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F10
Trad climber
Bishop
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Sep 12, 2013 - 11:14pm PT
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Date marked on the calender, I'll be there
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SCseagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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Sep 12, 2013 - 11:45pm PT
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Add SCseagoat and Ferretlegger....aka Susan and Michael
Susan
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SofCookay
climber
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Sep 12, 2013 - 11:56pm PT
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Change Sofcookay to Sonya & Kate :)
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zip
Trad climber
pacific beach, ca
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Sep 12, 2013 - 11:56pm PT
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Yes.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Sep 13, 2013 - 12:28am PT
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Got the changes, Sonya and Kate;..thanks..(Locker;..you list is missing a few;..I got it....)....
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Sep 13, 2013 - 12:30am PT
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Sep 12, 2013 - 10:15am PT
I'll be there (Oh yeah;....it's at my house...)..My wife Andrea will be there too...........
Credit: Todd Gordon
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Attendees:
1. Susan Peplow
2. Russ Wallling
3. Todd Gordon
4. Andrea Gordon
5. Kelly Corbin
6. Becca Corbin
7. Andy Gorrill
8. Steve Powell
9. Tony Yeary
10. Skip
11. Erik Wolfe
12. Locker
13. BlueBlocr
14. Gal
15. Tucker Tech
16. Robert Fonda
17. Scott Cole
18. Leggs
19. zip
20. Barbarian
21. Al Bartlett
22. Don Reid
23. Dan Zacks
24. Mike (Mike's Bikes)
25. Kelly Vaught
26. Frank Bentwood
27. Dennis McDade
28. Aubrey Adams
29. Shelby Beardslee
23. Gina Bararra
24. Rich Bararra
25. Will Casolaro (of Raw Brewing the official brewmaster for Blitzopalooza)
26. Tyler Gilson
27. Daniel Evans
28. Justin Evans
29. Carrie Martin
30. Jessica Crews
31. Rebeca Russell
32. Adam Stackhouse
33. Dave Cox
34. Alisa Cox
35. Milt Jones
36. TGT (Wendall)
37. Cragman
38. Sonya Dickinson
39. Amber Spangenberg
40. Steelmnkey I
41. Steelmokey II
42. Cara Lynae
43. Rhesa Ashbachar
44. Stephanie Casolaro
45. Craig Fry
46. Dave Stahl
47. Dave Evans
48. Margie Evans
49. Brandt Allen
50. Paula Allen
51. Beth Shilliday
52. Cho (Steve)
53. Kate
54. elcapinyoazz
55. Jaybro
56. The Larry
57. Mike Fredricks
58. Randy Vogel
59. Hossjulia
60. James Barnett
61. Susan
62. Michael
63. Steve Swan
64. Mike Fogarty
65. Fish Finder
66. Guy Keesee
67. Rick Cashner
68. Annie Barrett-Cashner
69. Chelsea Cashner-Garbanini
70. Ron Gomez
71. Cindy Worman
72. Jenny Red
73. Sue Lacey
74. Bob Bolton
75. Bullwinkle
76. Leigh-Ann Sullivan the Agent
77. Charleen Blackburn
78. Charlie B.
79. Karen Rosme
80. Steve Belford
81. Anastasia
82. Jude Bischoff
83. Laura Gerhart
84. Todd Battey
85. Brokedownclimber
86. Don Reyes
87. Vegas Climber
88. Christina
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BLUEBLOCR
Social climber
joshua tree
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Sep 13, 2013 - 01:01am PT
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^^^PROUD^^^
A better thing to me than free soloing the Nose.
Would be, to be, standing next to Billie and seeing his face when all these people come together and Cheers his name..
He prolly would blow it off at first. But I'm sure it's the only time I would ever see him jerk a tear.
Salute to Will I Am!
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Orion
Trad climber
San Francisco, CA
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Sep 13, 2013 - 03:05am PT
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Scoot up a little closer to the virtual campfire for the passing and celebration of one of the tribe.
Thanks for hosting Todd et all.
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Sioux Juan
Big Wall climber
Costa mesa
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Sep 13, 2013 - 03:13am PT
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I'll be there.................fur sur
........................steve
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Vegasclimber
Trad climber
Las Vegas, NV.
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Sep 13, 2013 - 01:02pm PT
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Looks like it's going to be a wonderful celebration.
I would attend, but I didn't know Blitzo personally in any way, just through his posts here and following what happened at the end. Much thanks to Gordo for hosting though!
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Elcapinyoazz
Social climber
Joshua Tree
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Sep 13, 2013 - 01:04pm PT
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Todd's the man.
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Fogarty
climber
BITD
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Sep 13, 2013 - 02:49pm PT
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I will be there.
Mike Fogarty
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Fish Finder
Social climber
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Sep 13, 2013 - 06:34pm PT
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I am tilting my glass this very moment and sparking up in memory of the Bloot
I look forward to doing the same with his friends in Josh on Nov 9th.
RIP Blitzo
The Candy Man
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guyman
Social climber
Moorpark, CA.
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Sep 13, 2013 - 06:39pm PT
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We will see you all....
Have a few Cold Ones and a few more...
toast to Bill
Guy Keesee
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 13, 2013 - 07:54pm PT
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Huge thank you to the Serniuk family for hosting this celebration along with the Gordon Family for providing the venue! Billy's sister Martha has been reading ST along with possibly brother's Greg & Gary! We so very much looking forward to meeting Billy's siblings and hope you'll be joining in the memorial of friend and brother!
Todd - I hijacked your list to add a few more in.....
Attendees:
1. Susan Peplow
2. Russ Wallling
3. Todd Gordon
4. Andrea Gordon
5. Kelly Corbin
6. Becca Corbin
7. Andy Gorrill
8. Steve Powell
9. Tony Yeary
10. Skip
11. Erik Wolfe
12. Locker
13. BlueBlocr
14. Gal
15. Tucker Tech
16. Robert Fonda
17. Scott Cole
18. Leggs
19. zip
20. Barbarian
21. Al Bartlett
22. Don Reid
23. Dan Zacks
24. Mike (Mike's Bikes)
25. Kelly Vaught
26. Frank Bentwood
27. Dennis McDade
28. Aubrey Adams
29. Shelby Beardslee
23. Gina Bararra
24. Rich Bararra
25. Will Casolaro (of Raw Brewing the official brewmaster for Blitzopalooza)
26. Tyler Gilson
27. Daniel Evans
28. Justin Evans
29. Carrie Martin
30. Jessica Crews
31. Rebeca Russell
32. Adam Stackhouse
33. Dave Cox
34. Alisa Cox
35. Milt Jones
36. TGT (Wendall)
37. Cragman
38. Sonya Dickinson
39. Amber Spangenberg
40. Steelmnkey I
41. Steelmokey II
42. Cara Lynae
43. Rhesa Ashbachar
44. Stephanie Casolaro
45. Craig Fry
46. Dave Stahl
47. Dave Evans
48. Margie Evans
49. Brandt Allen
50. Paula Allen
51. Beth Shilliday
52. Cho (Steve)
53. Kate
54. elcapinyoazz
55. Jaybro
56. The Larry
57. Mike Fredricks
58. Randy Vogel
59. Hossjulia
60. James Barnett
61. Susan
62. Michael
63. Steve Swan
64. Mike Fogarty
65. Fish Finder
66. Guy Keesee
67. Rick Cashner
68. Annie Barrett-Cashner
69. Chelsea Cashner-Garbanini
70. Ron Gomez
71. Cindy Worman
72. Jenny Red
73. Sue Lacey
74. Bob Bolton
75. Bullwinkle
76. Leigh-Ann Sullivan the Agent
77. Charleen Blackburn
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Charlie B
Social climber
Santa Rosa, Ca
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Sep 14, 2013 - 02:28pm PT
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NO! Ah man, when I first started climbing in Tuolumne and Josh Blitzo was a good friend and super fun to hang out with, I will always remember the great stories and memories he left me! Thanks my friend! You will not be forgotten! I will try to get to Josh.
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Steve Belford
Sport climber
Poway, CA
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Sep 14, 2013 - 07:41pm PT
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Please add Steve Belford and Karen Roseme. Thanks
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Anastasia
climber
Home
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Sep 14, 2013 - 08:30pm PT
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I plan to be there too. I'll tell Bill.
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Mtnmun
Trad climber
Top of the Mountain Mun
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Sep 14, 2013 - 08:59pm PT
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Add Jude Bischoff and Laura Gerhart to the list.
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Risk
Mountain climber
Olympia, WA
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Sep 14, 2013 - 11:41pm PT
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I really wish I could come to this. Distance and personal grief and mourning here in my own immediate family are too much to make the trip. Best to everyone, Chris Runner.
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Brokedownclimber
Trad climber
Douglas, WY
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Sep 15, 2013 - 09:46am PT
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I'll try to be there too!
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Moquah
Trad climber
Carson City Nevada
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Sep 15, 2013 - 11:06am PT
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Thanks for opening your home for this Todd. I'm going to make a great effort to be there. Don Reyes
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Sep 15, 2013 - 09:39pm PT
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Just got the word about Blitzo and the Memorial when James stopped by TPR yesterday. Count me in. Billy was a unique, gifted person in many ways.
So can any of us do anything to help pull this off? Thanks Susan and Todd for putting this together. I will be back from the Sierra by then if you need any help.
Hurts to lose a loved one and a community member. Peace to all. lynne
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Vegasclimber
Trad climber
Las Vegas, NV.
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Sep 16, 2013 - 09:51pm PT
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After speaking to Todd, we have decided to attend as well. Please add myself and my better half, Christina, to the list. Please let us know if there is anything we can bring to help, other then more beer.
I believe I have a couple jars of (legal) moonshine that can make the trip.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Sep 16, 2013 - 11:24pm PT
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Vegas climber and Christina;...cool;..glad you will be attending. Bring beer if you wish;....BUT a local brewer is making 6 kegs (small kegs;...55 drinks each keg)......so that is 330 glasses (or cups ) of beer......Tucker will drink about 80......so there will still be alot left;.......thanks, and see you Nov. 9th.........
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drljefe
climber
El Presidio San Augustin del Tucson
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Sep 18, 2013 - 10:21pm PT
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Please add me to the list.
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klk
Trad climber
cali
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Sep 18, 2013 - 10:38pm PT
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i'm going to try to come. might not know until the last minute if i can get off work then.
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dee ee
Mountain climber
citizen of planet Earth
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Sep 18, 2013 - 11:19pm PT
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IN!
Blitzo dude.
I heard someone say something about this a while back and I thought they were kidding. I must be living in a cave WTF.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Sep 18, 2013 - 11:20pm PT
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hey there say, all...
of course, i will be there IN SPIRIT...
just so you know, >:D<
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BLUEBLOCR
Social climber
joshua tree
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Sep 18, 2013 - 11:36pm PT
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I don't doubt that when Blitzo hears about this party, he'll show up from where ever he's at!!!
Might as well put him on the list!
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BrassNuts
Trad climber
Save your a_s, reach for the brass...
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Sep 18, 2013 - 11:41pm PT
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Man, I wish we didn't live so far away... Should be a great and fun tribute!
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 19, 2013 - 12:06am PT
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Attendees:
1. Susan Peplow
2. Russ Wallling
3. Todd Gordon
4. Andrea Gordon
5. Kelly Corbin
6. Becca Corbin
7. Andy Gorrill
8. Steve Powell
9. Tony Yeary
10. Skip
11. Erik Wolfe
12. Locker
13. BlueBlocr
14. Gal
15. Tucker Tech
16. Robert Fonda
17. Scott Cole
18. Leggs
19. zip
20. Barbarian
21. Al Bartlett
22. Don Reid
23. Dan Zacks
24. Mike (Mike's Bikes)
25. Kelly Vaught
26. Frank Bentwood
27. Dennis McDade
28. Aubrey Adams
29. Shelby Beardslee
23. Gina Bararra
24. Rich Bararra
25. Will Casolaro (of Raw Brewing the official brewmaster for Blitzopalooza)
26. Tyler Gilson
27. Daniel Evans
28. Justin Evans
29. Carrie Martin
30. Jessica Crews
31. Rebeca Russell
32. Adam Stackhouse
33. Dave Cox
34. Alisa Cox
35. Milt Jones
36. TGT (Wendall)
37. Cragman
38. Sonya Dickinson
39. Amber Spangenberg
40. Steelmnkey I
41. Steelmokey II
42. Cara Lynae
43. Rhesa Ashbachar
44. Stephanie Casolaro
45. Craig Fry
46. Dave Stahl
47. Dave Evans
48. Margie Evans
49. Brandt Allen
50. Paula Allen
51. Beth Shilliday
52. Cho (Steve)
53. Kate
54. elcapinyoazz
55. Jaybro
56. The Larry
57. Mike Fredricks
58. Randy Vogel
59. Hossjulia
60. James Barnett
61. Susan
62. Michael
63. Steve Swan
64. Mike Fogarty
65. Fish Finder
66. Guy Keesee
67. Rick Cashner
68. Annie Barrett-Cashner
69. Chelsea Cashner-Garbanini
70. Ron Gomez
71. Cindy Worman
72. Jenny Red
73. Sue Lacey
74. Bob Bolton
75. Bullwinkle
76. Leigh-Ann Sullivan the Agent
77. Charleen Blackburn
78. Steve Belford
79. Karen Roseme
80. Anastasia
81. Jude Bischoff
82. Laura Gerhart
83. LL LL
84. Vegasclimber
85. Christina
86. drljefe
87. Brokedownclimber
88. Wally Barker
89. Karen Bailey
90. Sarah Schneider
91. Frankie Santos
92. Cal Gerberding
93. Steve Gerberding
94. Darryl Hammonds
Possible maybe, too early to tell list:
Don Reyes
KLK
Charlie B
Marissa Christman
Bridget Fithian
Marty Lewis
Sharon Lewis
Chez
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Fluoride
Trad climber
West Los Angeles, CA/Joshua Tree
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Sep 19, 2013 - 01:32am PT
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What a list!! Am so excited to see so many of those coming up, down and across to JT for this. As well as all of our high desert locals. Going to be like a giant climber reunion of sorts.
Billy had the best friendships. That lives on.
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dee ee
Mountain climber
citizen of planet Earth
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Sep 19, 2013 - 11:17am PT
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Fish Finder
Social climber
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Sep 19, 2013 - 01:29pm PT
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Ive only been to Josh a handful of times
and every time I was there I saw Billy
It will be strange this time for me without seeing him
What a great loss.
You are missed Blitzo!!!
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Karen
Trad climber
So Cal urban sprawl Hell
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Sep 19, 2013 - 04:39pm PT
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I'll be there!
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MisterE
climber
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Sep 19, 2013 - 09:14pm PT
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What a crew.
You will be celebrated, Bill.
This list speaks volumes about how well you were known and loved.
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Cole
Trad climber
los angeles
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Sep 19, 2013 - 10:27pm PT
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Steph and I would love to come! We'll be there!
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Sep 19, 2013 - 10:39pm PT
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Can I bring The Bird?
Peace
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
mammoth lakes ca
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Sep 19, 2013 - 11:17pm PT
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No pets allowed...
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Sep 20, 2013 - 12:51am PT
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Ron;..counting on you and Jim being there......wouldn't be right w/out you guys...
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dirt claud
Social climber
san diego,ca
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Sep 20, 2013 - 09:48am PT
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Sounds like this will be a great shindig for Blitzo, would love to make it as well. Count my GF and myself as well please.
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Steve Grossman
Trad climber
Seattle, WA
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Sep 20, 2013 - 12:12pm PT
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Add Mimi and me to the Blitzo Package!
We'll bring pressure on the edges...Big Pressure!
Blitzo is gonna be sipping from everyone's glass and we are psyched to come and raise ours in his honor.
Russ, Susan and the Gordons- Good on you and the JT community for showing such love, compassion and respect for a true friend at every turn. What more could you ask for on the way in or out?!?
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Captain...or Skully
climber
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Sep 20, 2013 - 12:20pm PT
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dammit. just came from The Oil Patch and saw this....I can't be there, but I definitely dig(dug?) the Blitz. Dude's The Mack.
Miss you old friend. Vibes, I guess.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Sep 20, 2013 - 07:48pm PT
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Attendees:
1. Susan Peplow
2. Russ Wallling
3. Todd Gordon
4. Andrea Gordon
5. Kelly Corbin
6. Becca Corbin
7. Andy Gorrill
8. Steve Powell
9. Tony Yeary
10. Skip
11. Erik Wolfe
12. Locker
13. BlueBlocr
14. Gal
15. Tucker Tech
16. Robert Fonda
17. Scott Cole
18. Leggs
19. zip
20. Barbarian
21. Al Bartlett
22. Don Reid
23. Dan Zacks
24. Mike (Mike's Bikes)
25. Kelly Vaught
26. Frank Bentwood
27. Dennis McDade
28. Aubrey Adams
29. Shelby Beardslee
23. Gina Bararra
24. Rich Bararra
25. Will Casolaro (of Raw Brewing the official brewmaster for Blitzopalooza)
26. Tyler Gilson
27. Daniel Evans
28. Justin Evans
29. Carrie Martin
30. Jessica Crews
31. Rebeca Russell
32. Adam Stackhouse
33. Dave Cox
34. Alisa Cox
35. Milt Jones
36. TGT (Wendall)
37. Cragman
38. Sonya Dickinson
39. Amber Spangenberg
40. Steelmnkey I
41. Steelmokey II
42. Cara Lynae
43. Rhesa Ashbachar
44. Stephanie Casolaro
45. Craig Fry
46. Rob Stahl
47. Dave Evans
48. Margie Evans
49. Brandt Allen
50. Paula Allen
51. Beth Shilliday
52. Cho (Steve)
53. Kate
54. elcapinyoazz
55. Jaybro
56. The Larry
57. Mike Fredricks
58. Randy Vogel
59. Hossjulia
60. James Barnett
61. Susan
62. Michael
63. Steve Swan
64. Mike Fogarty
65. Fish Finder
66. Guy Keesee
67. Rick Cashner
68. Annie Barrett-Cashner
69. Chelsea Cashner-Garbanini
70. Ron Gomez
71. Cindy Worman
72. Jenny Red
73. Sue Lacey
74. Bob Bolton
75. Bullwinkle
76. Leigh-Ann Sullivan the Agent
77. Charleen Blackburn
78. Steve Belford
79. Karen Roseme
80. Anastasia
81. Jude Bischoff
82. Laura Gerhart
83. LL LL
84. Vegasclimber
85. Christina
86. drljefe
87. Brokedownclimber
88. Wally Barker
89. Karen Bailey
90. Sarah Schneider
91. Frankie Santos
92. Cal Gerberding
93. Steve Gerberding
94. Darryl Hammonds
95. Cosmic
96. Karen
97. Cole Gibson
98. Stephanie
99. Jim Bridwell
100. Dirt Claud
101. gf of Dirt claud
102. Steve Grossman
103. Mimi Grossman
104. Mike Lechlinski
105. Mari Gingery
106. G. Davis
107. Wayne Burns
Possible maybe, too early to tell list:
Don Reyes
KLK
Charlie B
Marissa Christman
Bridget Fithian
Marty Lewis
Sharon Lewis
Chez
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Sep 23, 2013 - 05:08pm PT
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I'm in.
Rob
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k-man
Gym climber
SCruz
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Sep 23, 2013 - 05:43pm PT
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Couldn't have a finer set of bro's, that man.
Will see if I can make the trek ...
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Sep 24, 2013 - 12:25am PT
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Rob stahl...I already had you on the list;.but I had you as Dave Stahl....I must have been thinking of your bro;....I miss him;.....he is an awesome dude..see you soon....
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Sep 24, 2013 - 01:23am PT
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Am I going to be the only one representing the BAWC? Come on you guys, come on down!!
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Sep 24, 2013 - 09:39am PT
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NP Gordo,
Thanks for hosting this. Dave will be out again soon and we will come bye.
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F10
Trad climber
Bishop
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Sep 27, 2013 - 11:12pm PT
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Russ Walling
Social climber
from Poofters Froth, Wyoming
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Sep 27, 2013 - 11:20pm PT
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Add Mike and Mari to the list....
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GDavis
Social climber
SOL CAL
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Sep 27, 2013 - 11:23pm PT
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I would like to go and support my friends but I didn't know him... I don't want to invite myself but I can bring hugs.
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Russ Walling
Social climber
from Poofters Froth, Wyoming
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Sep 27, 2013 - 11:28pm PT
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GDavis: You could bring beer and I'll escort you in?
It is somewhat to totally catered and all that and this list is sort of a headcount for the food and drink... but, the Bloot would never want anyone carrying beer denied entry to anything in his honor, or anyones honor for that matter. Email us closer to the event to see how you can help out. You've got my info I think. Cheers!
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Sep 28, 2013 - 01:27am PT
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G.Davis;....you are on the list;.....come out and join the climbing community and drink beer in remembrance of Blitzo;...that is what it is all about, and that is what he would appreciate and enjoy;......climbers getting together to drink beer.......no better way to show respect and to remember the man by;......you have my personal invitation, Russ Walling's blessings, and Blitzo's approval (as long as you quaff brews, that is...)....see you Nov. 9th...
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WBraun
climber
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Sep 28, 2013 - 01:30am PT
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climbers getting together to drink beer.......no better way to show respect
So Billy was an incarnation of beer drinking?
:-)
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Sep 28, 2013 - 02:23am PT
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Blitzo loved his beer...........throw one down your neck; a proper way to remember him by........(There is going to be 6 mini-kegs of local brewed beer......join in the drinking...)..........
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Brokedownclimber
Trad climber
Douglas, WY
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Sep 28, 2013 - 10:27am PT
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This is shaping up as a traditional Irish Wake! Drink him under the ground!
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GDavis
Social climber
SOL CAL
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Sep 28, 2013 - 11:11pm PT
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I'll bring some San Diego brews (the 'GUD' stuff!!) and some salsa.
Blitzo was a character, for sure. I love characters, real people. Sounds like quite a few will be there!
One of the best feelings in the world is the moment you realize you get to choose your family. Love it or hate it, we're all lifers.
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ß Î Ø T Ç H
Boulder climber
extraordinaire
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Sep 29, 2013 - 01:18am PT
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.. San Diego brews some Green Flash I suspect. Hail Blitzo!
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dee ee
Mountain climber
citizen of planet Earth
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Sep 29, 2013 - 11:16pm PT
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I have a feeling that Blitz would appreciate a celebration of someone's life, anyone's life, much less his own. We can all help to celebrate his and anyone else who has met him, has not met him or may have met him at any point.
The dude was having fun at every point I met him.
It was he that reminded me that we had climbed in the late '70's. I checked the records and he was right we had hooked up 30 years PREVIOUSLY.
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pud
climber
Sportbikeville & Yucca brevifolia
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Sep 30, 2013 - 12:07am PT
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I'll make it a point to motor out and pay my respects.
Sounds like a great opportunity to spend quality time with the tribe. (Thanks Billy!!)
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Roots
Mountain climber
SoCal
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Please put me on the list! Will try and get "Lovely" to go too.
Bringing a case a beer and some stuff to eat - just let me know what we need.
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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I will bring some Ballast Point!
All Hail the Blitz!
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Roots
Mountain climber
SoCal
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^ really? - would have never guessed...
Where's everyone camping out? I can make a res at IC but if a lot of people are going somewhere else like The Pit let me know please.
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10b4me
Ice climber
Soon 2B Flagstaff
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I can make a res at IC
not right now. site is down.
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Roots
Mountain climber
SoCal
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oh that's right...jesus...well I guess no one else can either.
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10b4me
Ice climber
Soon 2B Flagstaff
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unfortunately, peeps who reserve group campsites usually make them months in advance.
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H
Mountain climber
there and back again
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Todd, nice of you to host a party again. My year would not be complete if I was not celebrating something one a year at your pad. So I am going to try and make it. I'll get back and confirm soon. Just wanted to bump it back to the front.
Nice of you to put this on Susan. It was good seeing you at Facelift. If I show up feel free to put me to work!
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 2, 2013 - 10:31pm PT
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Hey H, that would be great if you could join in and fun to see you and LP too. I'll be posting sometime next week as to what's needed for those of you able to pitch in. In the meantime, we're looking for photos of Blitzo. If you've got them, please send to me or better yet, Russ directly. They'll be used for the slideshow.
Attendees:
1. Susan Peplow
2. Russ Wallling
3. Todd Gordon
4. Andrea Gordon
5. Kelly Corbin
6. Becca Corbin
7. Andy Gorrill
8. Steve Powell
9. Tony Yeary
10. Skip
11. Erik Wolfe
12. Locker
13. BlueBlocr
14. Gal
15. Tucker Tech
16. Robert Fonda
17. Scott Cole
18. Leggs
19. zip
20. Barbarian
21. Al Bartlett
22. Don Reid
23. Dan Zacks
24. Mike (Mike's Bikes)
25. Kelly Vaught
26. Frank Bentwood
27. Dennis McDade
28. Aubrey Adams
29. Shelby Beardslee
23. Gina Bararra
24. Rich Bararra
25. Will Casolaro (of Raw Brewing the official brewmaster for Blitzopalooza)
26. Tyler Gilson
27. Daniel Evans
28. Justin Evans
29. Carrie Martin
30. Jessica Crews
31. Rebeca Russell
32. Adam Stackhouse
33. Dave Cox
34. Alisa Cox
35. Milt Jones
36. TGT (Wendall)
37. Cragman
38. Sonya Dickinson
39. Amber Spangenberg
40. Steelmnkey I
41. Steelmokey II
42. Cara Lynae
43. Rhesa Ashbachar
44. Stephanie Casolaro
45. Craig Fry
46. Rob Stahl
47. Dave Evans
48. Margie Evans
49. Brandt Allen
50. Paula Allen
51. Beth Shilliday
52. Cho (Steve)
53. Kate
54. elcapinyoazz
55. Jaybro
56. The Larry
57. Mike Fredricks
58. Randy Vogel
59. Hossjulia
60. James Barnett
61. Susan
62. Michael
63. Steve Swan
64. Mike Fogarty
65. Fish Finder
66. Guy Keesee
67. Rick Cashner
68. Annie Barrett-Cashner
69. Chelsea Cashner-Garbanini
70. Ron Gomez
71. Cindy Worman
72. Jenny Red
73. Sue Lacey
74. Bob Bolton
75. Bullwinkle
76. Leigh-Ann Sullivan the Agent
77. Charleen Blackburn
78. Steve Belford
79. Karen Roseme
80. Anastasia
81. Jude Bischoff
82. Laura Gerhart
83. LL LL
84. Vegasclimber
85. Christina
86. drljefe
87. Brokedownclimber
88. Wally Barker
89. Karen Bailey
90. Sarah Schneider
91. Frankie Santos
92. Cal Gerberding
93. Steve Gerberding
94. Darryl Hammonds
95. Cosmic
96. Karen
97. Cole Gibson
98. Stephanie
99. Jim Bridwell
100. Dirt Claud
101. gf of Dirt claud
102. Steve Grossman
103. Mimi Grossman
104. Mike Lechlinski
105. Mari Gingery
106. G. Davis
107. Wayne Burns
108. Banks
109. Martha Walser
110. Mr. Walser
111. Roots
112. Pud
Possible maybe, too early to tell list:
Don Reyes
KLK
Charlie B
Marissa Christman
Bridget Fithian
Marty Lewis
Sharon Lewis
Chez
Harrison aka H
Lovely
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swanson
Trad climber
Carlsbad
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I'll be there.
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Fish Finder
Social climber
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^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Anyone notice the cross floating above Blitzos head in the clouds?
Edit:double entendre
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caughtinside
Social climber
Oakland, CA
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I'll be there Sooze!
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 4, 2013 - 04:33pm PT
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Caught that's perfect we miss you. Bring your suit to maybe hit the river and a buy in too! We have poker night planned for Friday at Casa de Pescado with Jingy and FishFinder! I'm going to call Dreamy and see if he's coming down too.
Meanwhile, beer choices are being made and preparations for a great celebration underway. Blitzo would be proud.
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scuffy b
climber
heading slowly NNW
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I'm a very probable.
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LuckyPink
climber
the last bivy
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what kind of projector? a digital projector for a laptop?
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 8, 2013 - 12:48pm PT
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Yeah Lucky, that might be the correct term. Digital projector needed!!
Are you coming? On the "maybe" list with H?
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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I'm good to help Pre-celebration! I can bring a "crew" if need be. Just let me know.
Peace
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Oh, Scuffy, Ed, lucky, be there!
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Cole
Trad climber
los angeles
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I have a projector that works with a laptop. Only problem is it has a little bleeding on the left hand edge of the frame...if you guys can't rustle up a better one mine should work fine in a pinch. Just let me know and I'll bring it.
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 8, 2013 - 09:52pm PT
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Wow, you guys are all so great! Cole, please bring your projector as a back-up, can't be too prepared right?
Ron, you are on-duty as a prepper. Bring whoever you can to get the GordoRanch ready for the masses. If the crew finishes early.... go play or start drinking. Friday prepping would be great if possible but I'm sure with the right people you could pull it off by 3pm Saturday too. Sofcookay is on to help too, along with BlueBlocker and F10.
Thanks Sullly,that's sweet but it's the SuperTaco community at large that makes all this stuff happen. Pretty neat to be a part of it.
Cragman, that's fantastic!!! No need to pass it off southlanders. Maybe coordinate with Marty Lewis. He and Sharon are headed down as is FishFinder, Karen Roseme and hopefully Chez. Between that crew we can get it down the east side and back up to you no problem. THANKS!!!
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TGT
Social climber
So Cal
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I'll bring lights again.
And a case of home made salsa.
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 8, 2013 - 10:02pm PT
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Dean, that will work too and having it pre-party is probably smart. Thanks again!
edit: Thanks Wendall!
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klk
Trad climber
cali
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november is looking screwed for me.
i doubt i can go.
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Saturday fer sure and we can pull it off no prob! Friday is 33 years of beautiful marriage to my wonderful bride Kelly, so I opt to be with her Friday, but she's given clearance to go celebrate Blitzo Saturday. I'll bring a couple tables and large cans for garbage or booze. I'll organize a barrio crew to get set up.
Peace
Kerwin, yer part of the Barrio Crew!
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Tan Slacks
climber
Joshua Tree
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Hey Susan,
I think we talked about this earlier ( I can't remember ) but we'll be setting up the PA in time for the festivities to begin. Something to get your voice heard over the raging masses.
Did you say Friday night poker?
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dee ee
Mountain climber
citizen of planet Earth
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Sooze, so far the photes I have I have posted. Grab them off this thread and I will look for more.
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dee ee
Mountain climber
citizen of planet Earth
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.......and some of his classic shots.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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I will be there early Friday and would love to help in any way. Can do with the pre and post clean up or anything else. Cheers, Lynne
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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No sure of our arrival time but I'll volunteer The Larry for all sorts of undesirable tasks!
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Leggs
Sport climber
Tucson, AZ
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Even though I was there through so much of it, and thought I had processed well, it is just now beginning to really hit home...
I miss the hell out of the n00b...
What the fuk...
Locker, I feel you, and what you're feeling is quite normal... and will sneak up on you from time to time.
You are blessed to have been so close to a man who meant so much to you.
"When you are joyous, look deep into your heart and you shall find it is only that which has given you sorrow that is giving you joy. When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight."
~Khalil Gibran
~peace, Lisa Mae
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Leggs
Sport climber
Tucson, AZ
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See you in November, Locker.
;)
~peace to all
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Sooze,
I will bring an Easy-up, some lights and help with the prep.
Thanks again for coordinating!
Rob
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Slater
Trad climber
Central Coast
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His pics in the Cali Road Trip guidebook made it special. Showed us the history, peeled back the years, brought us right back. He was so giving and cool and why do those kind go so early?
Celebrate his memory you guys, and celebrate each other.
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Jaybro, don't let the Larry rap by himself!!!!
hee hee hee. . .
wish I could be there.
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BLUEBLOCR
Social climber
joshua tree
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Oct 10, 2013 - 12:09am PT
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I hear ya Slater!
Right back at'cha!
I hope you last a long, long, long time!
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Tan Slacks
climber
Joshua Tree
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Oct 10, 2013 - 01:32am PT
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Wow Lynn!
I have never seen that picture of Billy and I above. Of course he is drinking the better brew!
Thanks and see you at the Memorial.
Here is a picture that Leigh-Ann sent me this morning. She found it on Bills hard drive. Years ago in Todd's living room. Donny, Al, Mike and I. We're going to bring it back on the 9th.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Oct 10, 2013 - 01:39am PT
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Tan Slacks, Glad you like. :)
Also totally forgot I have a photo bucket account and just found a couple of Billy with Beth and Fish from Thanksgiving 2009....if I can figure out how to get them from there to here.
See ya 11/9. Cheers, Lynne.
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Fish Finder
Social climber
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Oct 11, 2013 - 01:15am PT
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Hey LL LL
is that also Zip in the photo? its small and hard to see.
Hi Leigh-Ann.... who can even remember the 70's
Looking forward to meeting you on 11/9
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Oct 11, 2013 - 01:28am PT
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Yep, Fishfinder, that is Zip. My faux pas for forgetting to mention him. Know the photo is small, but I thought Beth would like it regardless. Peace and Joy, lynnie.
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 11, 2013 - 01:11pm PT
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Hey all, Billy's Memorial Service is November 9th and we hope to see you all at the celebration. If you plan on attending please RSVP to the "event" or contact me so we can get a handle on food/beverage needs.
For the Memorial Slideshow we are looking for photos with Billy IN THEM. If at all possible please prepare the photos by indicating who's in the shot & where is the photo was taken. That way all Russ will need to do is lob them into the slideshow. Worst case, we still want your photos......but please list on the email and/or the .jpg pertinent info.
Many of you already have photos posted here on ST. For ease, quality resolution & Russ's time on this project please submit any pictures with Blitzo in them directly to either me or Russ. If you don't have our email address' shoot us a PM.
Oh yeah, the sooner the better as this project will take a bit of effort to put together as it's coming from so many sources.
Thanks!
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Oct 12, 2013 - 05:18pm PT
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Susan;...add Dorinda Worthy, Pam Schoenborn, Robby Schoenborn, Brian Shoenborn, Cubby Shoenborn....thanks...
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H
Mountain climber
there and back again
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Oct 14, 2013 - 11:47pm PT
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Bump
Susan, Mo and I will be there Saturday morning to help out, so save something for us to do. Its a long haul, so we want to get some climbing in on the way. Maybe New Jack. We're open to ideas. Anyone want to join us; Cosmic, Mr. E?
If the park is still closed we'll stay at the pit or maybe Todd's if he'll have us. Looking forward to seeing everyone and memorializing Blitzo in fine fashion. Y'all know how to throw a good party!
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JOEY.F
Gym climber
It's not rocket surgery
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Oct 14, 2013 - 11:49pm PT
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AAKK!
This is so tempting!
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MisterE
climber
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Oct 14, 2013 - 11:53pm PT
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H! Got it on the radar - hope we can join you guys for some pitches...your lead? LOL!
Erik
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aldude
climber
Monument Manor
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Oct 15, 2013 - 03:50am PT
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Well well well .......
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Lori W
climber
AZ
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Oct 15, 2013 - 03:13pm PT
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Manny and I will be there
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Sagebrush Sally
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Ca
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Oct 15, 2013 - 06:47pm PT
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Seth and I will definitely be there.
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 15, 2013 - 08:10pm PT
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We are still looking for photos of Blitzo. If you have them, please get with me or Russ to send them either electronically or if you have multiples perhaps send us a disk. If possible include any details about the photo or better yet - imprint details on the "slide" so all we need to do is add it to the show. Ideally, if you have good shots can you get on this sooner vs. later as they will be shown on the slideshow during the memorial.
Also, those of you who would like to help with the Memorial.... we need the following items and volunteers.
Pre-Memorial preppers for the Gordon Ranch (11/8pm and 11/9 am)
Post-Memorial cleaners and haulers of trash (11/10am)
Christmas lights, electrical cords and other lighting for venue
Large Trash cans
Tables & Chairs for food and people to sit eat and enjoy conversation
Attendees:
1. Susan Peplow
2. Russ Wallling
3. Todd Gordon
4. Andrea Gordon
5. Kelly Corbin
6. Becca Corbin
7. Andy Gorrill
8. Steve Powell
9. Tony Yeary
10. Skip
11. Erik Wolfe
12. Locker
13. BlueBlocr
14. Gal
15. Tucker Tech
16. Robert Fonda
17. Scott Cole
18. Leggs
19. zip
20. Barbarian
21. Al Bartlett
22. Don Reid
23. Dan Zacks
24. Mike (Mike's Bikes)
25. Kelly Vaught
26. Frank Bentwood
27. Dennis McDade
28. Aubrey Adams
29. Shelby Beardslee
23. Gina Bararra
24. Rich Bararra
25. Will Casolaro (of Raw Brewing the official brewmaster for Blitzopalooza)
26. Tyler Gilson
27. Daniel Evans
28. Justin Evans
29. Carrie Martin
30. Jessica Crews
31. Rebeca Russell
32. Adam Stackhouse
33. Dave Cox
34. Alisa Cox
35. Milt Jones
36. TGT (Wendall)
37. Cragman
38. Sonya Dickinson
39. Amber Spangenberg
40. Steelmnkey I
41. Steelmokey II
42. Cara Lynae
43. Rhesa Ashbachar
44. Stephanie Casolaro
45. Craig Fry
46. Rob Stahl
47. Dave Evans
48. Margie Evans
49. Brandt Allen
50. Paula Allen
51. Beth Shilliday
52. Cho (Steve)
53. Kate
54. elcapinyoazz
55. Jaybro
56. The Larry
57. Mike Friedricks
58. Randy Vogel
59. Hossjulia
60. James Barnett
61. Susan Walker
62. Michael
63. Steve Swan
64. Mike Fogarty
65. Fish Finder
66. Guy Keesee
67. Rick Cashner
68. Annie Barrett-Cashner
69. Chelsea Cashner-Garbanini
70. Ron Gomez
71. Cindy Worman
72. Jenny Red
73. Sue Lacey
74. Bob Bolton
75. Bullwinkle
76. Leigh-Ann Sullivan the Agent
77. Charleen Blackburn
78. Steve Belford
79. Karen Roseme
80. Anastasia
81. Jude Bischoff
82. Laura Gerhart
83. LL LL
84. Vegasclimber
85. Christina
86. drljefe
87. Brokedownclimber
88. Wally Barker
89. Karen Bailey
90. Sarah Schneider
91. Frankie Santos
92. Cal Gerberding
93. Steve Gerberding
94. Jingy
95. Cosmic
96. Karen
97. Cole Gibson
98. Stephanie
99. Jim Bridwell
100. Dirt Claud
101. gf of Dirt claud
102. Steve Grossman
103. Mimi Grossman
104. Mike Lechlinski
105. Mari Gingery
106. G. Davis
107. Wayne Burns aka Pud
108. Banks
109. Martha Walser
110. Mr. Walser
111. Roots
112. Greg Epperson
113. Marty Lewis
114: Sharon Lewis
115: Chris Trudeau
116: Caughtinside
117: Grant Hiskes
118: Mary Ann Kelly
119: Date of Sue Lacey
120: Lori Wilkerson
121: Swanson
122: Yuko Ichihara
123. Manny Rangel
124. LuckyPink
125. H
126. Swanson
127. Eva Fitts
128. Ed Hartouni
129. Sabra Zaharias
130. Seth Zaharias
Possible maybe, too early to tell list:
Don Reyes
KLK
Charlie B
Marissa Christman
Bridget Fithian
Chez
Lovely
ScuffyB
K-man
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Mike Bolte
Trad climber
Planet Earth
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Oct 15, 2013 - 09:37pm PT
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well susan, my son John and I were planning on coming down. That list if getting mighty long. Is Todd ready to yell uncle and limit the guest list?
send me a note about food/drink that we can contribute.
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thudge
climber
CO
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Oct 15, 2013 - 09:42pm PT
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Locker, awesome photo........thanks.
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 15, 2013 - 09:53pm PT
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Todd and I both guessed 150 people two months back when still in planning stages; I believe we'll be close to that. I'm probably going to order some more Beer & Food just in case.
If you enjoyed Blitzo either in person, virtually or his photography and want to share in a wonderful send off then please do come and join us for his Memorial.
It will be a grand get together of friends, his sister Marta & husband, story telling and music! Unfortunately, Billy's twin brothers will not be able to attend.
Blitzo's sister Martha is generously covering the expense of the event so we don't need anything on that end. I think I can speak for her in amazement and gratitude for all the generosity the Super Topo community did for Billy during his fight.
If you're willing to contribute some time to prepare the Gordon Ranch in clean up, lights and overall set up that's great. Or, seems we've got a good crew for that now, better yet may be be to hang back on Sunday for post-party clean up.
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Gal
Trad climber
going big air to fakie
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Oct 15, 2013 - 11:10pm PT
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I have a couple of boxes of christmas lights I will bring... i got carried away in the purchase a while back...
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Gal
Trad climber
going big air to fakie
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Oct 15, 2013 - 11:14pm PT
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Hey Russ, Yep, let me check out the serial numbers... I'll email ya in a few.
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MisterE
climber
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Oct 15, 2013 - 11:17pm PT
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Sent 14 pictures tonight - hope you got them!
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JMC
climber
the land of milk and honey
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Oct 15, 2013 - 11:22pm PT
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Out of the country that weekend (being insufferable on public forum). Damnit, I knew Blitzo only online from here and Todd's jtree forum. Was he droll or wry? Ah, he was something else.
One exchange I'll never forget, as it highlighted my naivete about most things criminal, was when he declared he was going on a government sponsored vacation. I replied, "have a good trip", or something to that effect, believing he really was going on vacation. Vacation from what job? should have been my first and only clue In reality, he was going to log 3 months in the slammer for some peccadillo. Cheers Blitzo.
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 15, 2013 - 11:22pm PT
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I have Erik's photos, already in "the file". I'll fix 126 with the next RSVP, thx.
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MisterE
climber
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Oct 16, 2013 - 11:17pm PT
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His MountainProject avatar pic still cracks me up:
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Oct 16, 2013 - 11:23pm PT
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Attendees:
1. Susan Peplow
2. Russ Wallling
3. Todd Gordon
4. Andrea Gordon
5. Kelly Corbin
6. Becca Corbin
7. Andy Gorrill
8. Steve Powell
9. Tony Yeary
10. Skip
11. Erik Wolfe
12. Locker
13. BlueBlocr
14. Gal
15. Tucker Tech
16. Robert Fonda
17. Scott Cole
18. Leggs
19. zip
20. Barbarian
21. Al Bartlett
22. Don Reid
23. Dan Zacks
24. Mike (Mike's Bikes)
25. Kelly Vaught
26. Frank Bentwood
27. Dennis McDade
28. Aubrey Adams
29. Shelby Beardslee
23. Gina Bararra
24. Rich Bararra
25. Will Casolaro (of Raw Brewing the official brewmaster for Blitzopalooza)
26. Tyler Gilson
27. Daniel Evans
28. Justin Evans
29. Carrie Martin
30. Jessica Crews
31. Rebeca Russell
32. Adam Stackhouse
33. Dave Cox
34. Alisa Cox
35. Milt Jones
36. TGT (Wendall)
37. Cragman
38. Sonya Dickinson
39. Amber Spangenberg
40. Steelmnkey I
41. Steelmokey II
42. Cara Lynae
43. Rhesa Ashbachar
44. Stephanie Casolaro
45. Craig Fry
46. Rob Stahl
47. Dave Evans
48. Margie Evans
49. Brandt Allen
50. Paula Allen
51. Beth Shilliday
52. Cho (Steve)
53. Kate
54. elcapinyoazz
55. Jaybro
56. The Larry
57. Mike Friedricks
58. Randy Vogel
59. Hossjulia
60. James Barnett
61. Susan Walker
62. Michael
63. Steve Swan
64. Mike Fogarty
65. Fish Finder
66. Guy Keesee
67. Rick Cashner
68. Annie Barrett-Cashner
69. Chelsea Cashner-Garbanini
70. Ron Gomez
71. Cindy Worman
72. Jenny Red
73. Sue Lacey
74. Bob Bolton
75. Bullwinkle
76. Leigh-Ann Sullivan the Agent
77. Charleen Blackburn
78. Steve Belford
79. Karen Roseme
80. Anastasia
81. Jude Bischoff
82. Laura Gerhart
83. LL LL
84. Vegasclimber
85. Christina
86. drljefe
87. Brokedownclimber
88. Wally Barker
89. Karen Bailey
90. Sarah Schneider
91. Frankie Santos
92. Cal Gerberding
93. Steve Gerberding
94. Jingy
95. Cosmic
96. Karen
97. Cole Gibson
98. Stephanie
99. Jim Bridwell
100. Dirt Claud
101. gf of Dirt claud
102. Steve Grossman
103. Mimi Grossman
104. Mike Lechlinski
105. Mari Gingery
106. G. Davis
107. Wayne Burns aka Pud
108. Banks
109. Martha Walser
110. Mr. Walser
111. Roots
112. Greg Epperson
113. Marty Lewis
114: Sharon Lewis
115: Chris Trudeau
116: Caughtinside
117: Grant Hiskes
118: Mary Ann Kelly
119: Date of Sue Lacey
120: Lori Wilkerson
121: Swanson
122: Yuko Ichihara
123. Manny Rangel
124. LuckyPink
125. H
126. Swanson
127. Eva Fitts
128. Ed Hartouni
129. Sabra Zaharias
130. Seth Zaharias
131. Dorinda Worthy
132. Pam Schoenborn
133. Brian Schoenborn
134. Robby Schoenborn
135. Cubby Schoenborn
136. Mike Bolte
137. John Bolte
138.
Possible maybe, too early to tell list:
Don Reyes
KLK
Charlie B
Marissa Christman
Bridget Fithian
Chez
Lovely
ScuffyB
K-man
Norm Miller
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CrazytownIndianCoveAKATheAGENT
Social climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Oct 17, 2013 - 01:07am PT
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Sooze & Todd,
Add Saint Paul to the list. He found a job
Locally and will be staying in the area and would love to stop by
If he isn't working :)
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Sioux Juan
Big Wall climber
Costa mesa
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Oct 17, 2013 - 06:39am PT
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Pia, Kajsa, buttercup and Kevin wanna be there !
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Roots
Mountain climber
SoCal
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Oct 17, 2013 - 12:22pm PT
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Anyone got an extra spot in IC? They're full already...
We'll pay you for the site Sat night.
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survival
Big Wall climber
Terrapin Station
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Oct 17, 2013 - 12:28pm PT
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It's gonna be a great gathering, for a great guy.
Cheers to you all!
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Mike Friedrichs
Sport climber
City of Salt
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Oct 17, 2013 - 01:01pm PT
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I also wondered about camping. I don't know where the "Pit" is. I'd like to camp in, or near the park. Any info would be appreciated.
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Roots
Mountain climber
SoCal
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Oct 17, 2013 - 02:19pm PT
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Thanks for all the suggestions! - hate to impose on the Gordons with so many of their close friends coming and assuming they will be spending the night already.
Probably go with The Pit or Dry Lakebed but we'll leave our options open and just party right into the dirt (somewhere). LOL!
*If someone wants to join forces at either of above speak up!
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Russ Walling
Social climber
from Poofters Froth, Wyoming
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Oct 17, 2013 - 02:47pm PT
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Dr. F: You can camp at Todd's for the Night
Get there early for better parking spots
Dr. F, like many great libs before him, is being somewhat overgenerous with a resource that he does not own.
Todd is too nice to say it, but...
Ideally revelers should look into camping somewhere other than Todd and Andreas. There will probably be about 200 people attending, partying, and bugging the neighbors at this event. No way the venue, ie: Todds house, yard and the surrounding public streets, can take a ton of campers too. Check the links above for alternatives.
If you are really stuck, email me and I'll toss you some other ideas.
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 17, 2013 - 02:49pm PT
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Attendees:
1. Susan Peplow
2. Russ Wallling
3. Todd Gordon
4. Andrea Gordon
5. Kelly Corbin
6. Becca Corbin
7. Andy Gorrill
8. Steve Powell
9. Tony Yeary
10. Skip
11. Erik Wolfe
12. Locker
13. BlueBlocr
14. Gal
15. Tucker Tech
16. Robert Fonda
17. Scott Cole
18. Leggs
19. zip
20. Barbarian
21. Al Bartlett
22. Don Reid
23. Dan Zacks
24. Mike (Mike's Bikes)
25. Kelly Vaught
26. Frank Bentwood
27. Dennis McDade
28. Aubrey Adams
29. Shelby Beardslee
23. Gina Bararra
24. Rich Bararra
25. Will Casolaro (of Raw Brewing the official brewmaster for Blitzopalooza)
26. Tyler Gilson
27. Daniel Evans
28. Justin Evans
29. Carrie Martin
30. Jessica Crews
31. Rebeca Russell
32. Adam Stackhouse
33. Dave Cox
34. Alisa Cox
35. Milt Jones
36. TGT (Wendall)
37. Cragman
38. Sonya Dickinson
39. Amber Spangenberg
40. Steelmnkey I
41. Steelmokey II
42. Cara Lynae
43. Rhesa Ashbachar
44. Stephanie Casolaro
45. Craig Fry
46. Rob Stahl
47. Dave Evans
48. Margie Evans
49. Brandt Allen
50. Paula Allen
51. Beth Shilliday
52. Cho (Steve)
53. Kate
54. elcapinyoazz
55. Jaybro
56. The Larry
57. Mike Friedricks
58. Randy Vogel
59. Hossjulia
60. James Barnett
61. Susan Walker
62. Michael
63. Steve Swan
64. Mike Fogarty
65. Fish Finder
66. Guy Keesee
67. Rick Cashner
68. Annie Barrett-Cashner
69. Chelsea Cashner-Garbanini
70. Ron Gomez
71. Cindy Worman
72. Jenny Red
73. Sue Lacey
74. Bob Bolton
75. Bullwinkle
76. Leigh-Ann Sullivan the Agent
77. Charleen Blackburn
78. Steve Belford
79. Karen Roseme
80. Anastasia
81. Jude Bischoff
82. Laura Gerhart
83. LL LL
84. Vegasclimber
85. Christina
86. drljefe
87. Brokedownclimber
88. Wally Barker
89. Karen Bailey
90. Sarah Schneider
91. Frankie Santos
92. Cal Gerberding
93. Steve Gerberding
94. Jingy
95. Cosmic
96. Karen
97. Cole Gibson
98. Stephanie
99. Jim Bridwell
100. Dirt Claud
101. gf of Dirt claud
102. Steve Grossman
103. Mimi Grossman
104. Mike Lechlinski
105. Mari Gingery
106. G. Davis
107. Wayne Burns aka Pud
108. Banks
109. Martha Walser
110. Mr. Walser
111. Roots
112. Greg Epperson
113. Marty Lewis
114: Sharon Lewis
115: Chris Trudeau
116: Caughtinside
117: Grant Hiskes
118: Mary Ann Kelly
119: Date of Sue Lacey
120: Lori Wilkerson
121: Swanson
122: Yuko Ichihara
123. Manny Rangel
124. LuckyPink
125. H
126. Swanson
127. Eva Fitts
128. Ed Hartouni
129. Sabra Zaharias
130. Seth Zaharias
131. Dorinda Worthy
132. Pam Schoenborn
133. Brian Schoenborn
134. Robby Schoenborn
135. Cubby Schoenborn
136. Mike Bolte
137. John Bolte
138. Mrs. Roots
139. Friend of Roots
140. Pia
141. Kajsa
142. Buttercup
143. Kevin
Possible maybe, too early to tell list:
Don Reyes
KLK
Charlie B
Marissa Christman
Bridget Fithian
Chez
Lovely
ScuffyB
K-man
Norm Miller
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steelmnkey
climber
Vision man...ya gotta have vision...
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Oct 17, 2013 - 03:04pm PT
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if closer to JTree could put Santana's out of business
No way brah. Nobody makes a meaner Calfornia Burrito!!! **
** Just gotta look out for a case of the famous "Santana's Azz"
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 17, 2013 - 03:19pm PT
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Way Brah!!!
You can check it out on your next trip into town. Super YUMMM! Total thread drift but we already loaded some empty propane tanks into the truck today in the event we decide to get a taco....ummm, I mean get propane refills :}
Back on topic, thanks to ATS for the suggestion. He fancies himself a taco aficionado and made the recommendation. Talk about on the mark! Memorial-goers are going to enjoy the snacks and our friend Blitzo would have really enjoyed this. He loved Mexican food, I'm sad he didn't get to try this place.
Big thanks to sister Martha and so looking forward to visiting with part of the Serniuk clan.
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rlf
Trad climber
Josh, CA
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Oct 17, 2013 - 06:23pm PT
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Nope, that's not the one. It's in the same mini mall. But, that place has a mean carne asada. They'll sell it to you raw, or cook it for you. Really decent little market.
The Panda Chinese restaurant next door is good too. They stir fry a great panda chow mein...
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Russ Walling
Social climber
from Poofters Froth, Wyoming
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Oct 17, 2013 - 06:34pm PT
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Sooze and Google street view update:
That is the place. Taco shop is in the back of the market. There is also a taco joint (Algobertos?) down left in the same mall.
If you go around back on Google street view you can see two dudes and a dog eatin' tacos!
Here they are, enjoying some Night Train and tacos...
n00b: It is right directly across the side street from Yucca Rentals
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BLUEBLOCR
Social climber
joshua tree
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Oct 17, 2013 - 10:18pm PT
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Thread drift'in cause you made me hungry.
Kasa is Awesome! They provided the spread for my baby shower back in 06'.
Killer marinated carne asada for only 3.99 lb. Great prices on fresh veggies. And many things on the shelf you can't find anywhere else. AND they carry Victoria beer! Yum
I took Blitzo there a couple times and we'd get like 3-4 lbs of the carne asada and BBQ up tacos for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Then jus sit around and talk about go'in climbing.
Sure fuc'in miss that nOOb..
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Russ Walling
Social climber
from Poofters Froth, Wyoming
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Oct 17, 2013 - 11:15pm PT
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Damn n00b!
Search on google with the address below and look at "street view". You can stagger around with your mouse just like you were there but on glue.
Address for google: 56091 Twentynine Palms Hwy Yucca Valley, CA 92284
It is right there at the Y, in that mini mall, across the street from Lee Usher Tires
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Russ Walling
Social climber
from Poofters Froth, Wyoming
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Oct 17, 2013 - 11:18pm PT
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^^^
Have Doug do it for you if you want to see it tonight.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Oct 18, 2013 - 11:59pm PT
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I am glad to be able to attend Billy's Memorial and blessed to have spent a bit of time with him. Even climbed with him.
Know I'm just a freak in someways, but I wish I could only see beautiful pictures of him. The last one was real, granted, but sad.
When I die, please Susan, Lucky Pink, Ana and Nita make them post only pleasant pics. lynnie
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marty(r)
climber
beneath the valley of ultravegans
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Oct 19, 2013 - 12:02am PT
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Yo Mussy and Sooz, Todd and others,
I can't be there but is there a PayPal button I can hit to help offset some of the beer and tacos?
VLG
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Russ Walling
Social climber
from Poofters Froth, Wyoming
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Oct 19, 2013 - 12:10am PT
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LL: C'mon. It is the Bloot in his natural environment, tiling a shower. He loved it.
VLG: thanks Veeg, but we are good to go at the moment.
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nita
Social climber
chica de chico, I don't claim to be a daisy.
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Oct 19, 2013 - 12:23am PT
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Wish i could come down to Josh and celebrate Billy's life...I know it's going to be a fun party..
[Click to View YouTube Video]
Lynnie, God forbid...When the time comes, i got your back...Only sweet pictures.. and lots of good music....I'll insist....
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edit: ...Spirit ..
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Oct 19, 2013 - 02:19pm PT
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I do have 5 acres and we do have 2 porta-potties.....(one for boulderers, and one for real rock climbers).....drunks are welcome to sleep in the desert or in their car. Those in attendence are encouraged to drink and stay up late.......make Blitzo's ghost proud.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Oct 19, 2013 - 08:47pm PT
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Thank you Nita, trusting my back and music to you and Andy. Pro won't have enough peeps to have that cool parade but I'll have Sewelly Mon and Cosmic do the dress up bit and I've set aside funds for several bands.
I want to travel to the invisible world with joy and a huge partee! :D
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MisterE
climber
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Oct 19, 2013 - 08:53pm PT
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Skip and I are heading up Friday night, and staying through Monday!
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Russ Walling
Social climber
from Poofters Froth, Wyoming
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Oct 19, 2013 - 08:54pm PT
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Hey there say....
I need you guys to send me more pics of Blitzo. Not pics he took of you, but pics you took of him. I'm working (well not quite yet) on a slideshow for BlitzoPalooza and need anything you can send over. Bigger files are better, any format, and label them as to where and when and all that.
Send them to RussWalling then the dreaded AT gmail.com
Let's go with this... sooner rather than later. For those that have sent some, Thanks! There have been some great shots rolling in the last couple of weeks.
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Russ Walling
Social climber
from Poofters Froth, Wyoming
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Oct 19, 2013 - 09:10pm PT
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You probably took the pic n00b!
Oh... sorting all these pics that are coming in and attributing them is going to quite a chore. The chances are better than good that your pic may show up in the slideshow yet not list you as a the photographer. If this is a problem for you, contact me. Also, some of the pics will be cropped and or adjusted to what I think is good. If this is going to be a problem, you will need to contact me too. I will not use your pic for any halibut manipulations.
For example, here is pic that I liked but needed some work: It has been cropped, color adjusted, shadow detailed, burned, dodged, cloned and sharpened. I like this pic!
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Oct 19, 2013 - 10:06pm PT
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Y'mean RUSS WALLING is OPEN?????
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Russ Walling
Social climber
from Poofters Froth, Wyoming
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Oct 19, 2013 - 10:38pm PT
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^^^^^
Not fully open. His hours were cut because of ObamaCare
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F10
Trad climber
Bishop
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Oct 20, 2013 - 03:45pm PT
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Russ,
I posted a photo in this thread, is that good for you or do you still want it emailed.
I'll look for more.
James
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Russ Walling
Social climber
from Poofters Froth, Wyoming
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Oct 20, 2013 - 04:01pm PT
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James et al: higher rez is always better. I don't care about the format so much, just lots of pixels.
Stuff in the 1 -2 meg range should be pretty good.
Thanks!
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Oct 20, 2013 - 04:13pm PT
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Aw, man. I've been away for a while and my initial reaction is, WTF happend!??!
I don't really need to know right now. We have a man down. A dude I never met, but always liked.
He seemed to me to be a gentle giant. A kind man who loved climbing, photography, and beer. What's not to love about a dude like that?
I will try to make it. I may bring my wife and son, but I gotta work things out. Don't put me down as a definite yet. Todd, do you really have enough room for all these campers? I may just try to sleep in the park.
God bless ya, Blitzo, you were one of a kind, brother.
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Mtnmun
Trad climber
Top of the Mountain Mun
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Oct 20, 2013 - 05:39pm PT
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Crimpergirl
Sport climber
Boulder, Colorado!
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Oct 20, 2013 - 06:18pm PT
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Looking like a grand event. Sorry we can't be there.
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Sioux Juan
Big Wall climber
Costa mesa
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Oct 20, 2013 - 06:22pm PT
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Oct 20, 2013 - 06:35pm PT
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Bluey, it would be great to see you! How old is little John now.....5? lynnie
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Oct 20, 2013 - 07:28pm PT
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Lynne, John is indeed 5 now. Kindergarten. Got scolded already for trying to kiss chicks. Hehe...
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Oct 20, 2013 - 10:54pm PT
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Bluering;...hope you and your family can make it. YOu are welcome to camp here......there is really enough room for any who wish to camp..........I wish to climb w/you someday too.......let's plan something..
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Oct 20, 2013 - 11:45pm PT
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And I'd love to tag along...Smiles, Lynne
Edit: nice pic above Beth. See ya soon. :D
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hossjulia
climber
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Oct 21, 2013 - 01:06am PT
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Unfortunately, I won't be making it. Too much going on too far away from JT.
I sure will never forget Billy, you all have a great time now, ya hear?
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Sioux Juan
Big Wall climber
Costa mesa
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Oct 21, 2013 - 10:36am PT
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Sioux Juan
Big Wall climber
Costa mesa
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Oct 21, 2013 - 10:39am PT
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 21, 2013 - 03:17pm PT
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Please keep sending pics of Blitzo if you have them. If you think you do and haven't looked, please start the search! Also a big thank you to Cragman for sending down the digital projector along with 10b4me and Tony Yeary for the delivery service.
Updated list with drop outs and RSVP's...
Attendees:
1. Susan Peplow
2. Russ Wallling
3. Todd Gordon
4. Andrea Gordon
5. Kelly Corbin
6. Becca Corbin
7. Andy Gorrill
8. Steve Powell
9. Tony Yeary
10. Skip
11. Erik Wolfe
12. Locker
13. BlueBlocr
14. Gal
15. Tucker Tech
16. Robert Fonda
17. Scott Cole
18. Leggs
19. zip
20. Barbarian
21. Al Bartlett
22. Don Reid
23. Dan Zacks
24. Mike (Mike's Bikes)
25. Kelly Vaught
26. Frank Bentwood
27. Dennis McDade
28. Aubrey Adams
29. Shelby Beardslee
23. Gina Bararra
24. Rich Bararra
25. Will Casolaro (of Raw Brewing the official brewmaster for Blitzopalooza)
26. Tyler Gilson
27. Daniel Evans
28. Justin Evans
29. Carrie Martin
30. Jessica Crews
31. Rebeca Russell
32. Adam Stackhouse
33. Dave Cox
34. Alisa Cox
35. Milt Jones
36. TGT (Wendall)
37. Cragman
38. Sonya Dickinson
39. Amber Spangenberg
40. Steelmnkey I
41. Steelmokey II
42. Cara Lynae
43. Rhesa Ashbachar
44. Stephanie Casolaro
45. Craig Fry
46. Rob Stahl
47. Dave Evans
48. Margie Evans
49. Brandt Allen
50. Paula Allen
51. Beth Shilliday
52. Cho (Steve)
53. Kate
54. elcapinyoazz
55. Jaybro
56. The Larry
57. Mike Friedricks
58. Randy Vogel
59. Larry
60. James Barnett
61. Susan Walker
62. Michael
63. Steve Swan
64. Mike Fogarty
65. Fish Finder
66. Guy Keesee
67. Rick Cashner
68. Annie Barrett-Cashner
69. Chelsea Cashner-Garbanini
70. Ron Gomez
71. Cindy Worman
72. Jenny Red
73. Sue Lacey
74. Bob Bolton
75. Bullwinkle
76. Leigh-Ann Sullivan the Agent
77. Charleen Blackburn
78. Steve Belford
79. Karen Roseme
80. Anastasia
81. Jude Bischoff
82. Laura Gerhart
83. LL LL
84. Vegasclimber
85. Christina
86. drljefe
87. Brokedownclimber
88. Wally Barker
89. Karen Bailey
90. Sarah Schneider
91. Frankie Santos
92. Cal Gerberding
93. Steve Gerberding
94. Jingy
95. Cosmic
96. Karen
97. Cole Gibson
98. Stephanie
99. Jim Bridwell
100. Dirt Claud
101. gf of Dirt claud
102. Steve Grossman
103. Mimi Grossman
104. Mike Lechlinski
105. Mari Gingery
106. G. Davis
107. Wayne Burns aka Pud
108. Banks
109. Martha Walser
110. Mr. Walser
111. Roots
112. Greg Epperson
113. Marty Lewis
114: Sharon Lewis
115: Chris Trudeau
116: Caughtinside
117: Grant Hiskes
118: Mary Ann Kelly
119: Date of Sue Lacey
120: Lori Wilkerson
121: Swanson
122: Yuko Ichihara
123. Manny Rangel
124. LuckyPink
125. H
126. Phil Chapman
127. Eva Fitts
128. Ed Hartouni
129. Sabra Purdy-Zaharias
130. Seth Zaharias
131. Dorinda Worthy
132. Pam Schoenborn
133. Brian Schoenborn
134. Robby Schoenborn
135. Cubby Schoenborn
136. Mike Bolte
137. John Bolte
138. Mrs. Roots
139. Friend of Roots
140. Pia
141. Kajsa
142. Buttercup
143. Kevin
144. Kat Coletta
145. Billy Russell
146. Paul Amoreno
Possible maybe, too early to tell list:
Don Reyes
KLK
Charlie B
Marissa Christman
Bridget Fithian
Chez
Lovely
ScuffyB
K-man
Norm Miller
Bluering Clan
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 21, 2013 - 04:02pm PT
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"My head was tricked again today...
Pulled up next to a Maroon Subaru and for a split second was excited that Blitzo was there...
One of those fleeting moments of confusion..."
That happens to me all the time when I see a Maroon Subaru. In addition moments of extreme sadness - typically generated by a photo I haven't seen before or a comment that someone makes. Yesterday it was Bluering's "man down" and "gentle giant" that even now re-typing makes me tear up.
I miss our friend, it will be bittersweet to send him off with a tribute party and memorial one that I know would give him great pride & pleasure. His friendship and overall presence in our life is sorrowfully missed.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Oct 21, 2013 - 06:56pm PT
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Thinking this afternoon about Blitzo, crazy stuff and time in J. Tree along with early on fun when I first discovered Super Topo.
There are some absolutely WONDERFUL pics of Billy on these two threads, Sooze and Russ. I had forgotten about them til today. The Threads are, "The Game was 8 Ball" and "Back!!! 9 Ball...(OT TR)...
Bless you, Billy, out there in the Invisible World. You were one of few that produced in me a sense of humor. Love to you as yo soar, Dude. Peace and Joy Billie.
Lynnie
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MisterE
climber
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Oct 21, 2013 - 08:01pm PT
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Just booked Saturday night at the High Desert Inn!
Only 4 rooms left - book 'em Danno.
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Sioux Juan
Big Wall climber
Costa mesa
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Oct 22, 2013 - 10:29am PT
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Sioux Juan
Big Wall climber
Costa mesa
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Oct 22, 2013 - 10:31am PT
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dirt claud
Social climber
san diego,ca
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Oct 22, 2013 - 01:33pm PT
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I missed the Bridwell fest and was really bummed, can't miss this one, looks like it will be a great time and hope to climb and hang out with some climbing legends if possible, :), Thanks for all the hard work putting this on.
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Oct 22, 2013 - 08:06pm PT
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Looks like I'm not not going to make it. It's a big logistics thing with my Kindergartner. That, and if I go down to Josh to pay tribute to Blitzo, I gotta climb. And that's not feasible.
Meh, I'm bummed. Sooze, take me off the maybe list...
But Dirt Claud is a cool guy if you all get to meet him, good dude!
Cheers all. And God bless ya, Blitzo!
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Oct 22, 2013 - 11:28pm PT
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Sorry bluering, hope to meet up with yo soon. Cheers, Lynne
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Oct 23, 2013 - 04:16pm PT
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hey there say, sooze...
well, i will be there in spirit...
>:D<
still praying and rooting for this to be extra sweet...
with the tender memories doing good things, to hold
folks through all this... tears are good though, so no
matter how well folks 'sail through' LET the good tears flow...
god bless to all...
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 25, 2013 - 02:14pm PT
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Blitzo Memorial Schedule
I know that a lot of you are traveling from great distance to join in the Celebration of Billy's life and his Memorial. With that in mind, please reference the schedule below and plan your travels & day accordingly. Also as a note, the time change is the weekend prior - so nightfall is upon us early around 4:45pm.
3pm ----- Food, Beverages & Mingling Begins
5pm ----- Bluegrass Music preformed by Erick Kramer Web
6pm ----- Memorial Service with story telling, memories and thoughts of our friend Blitzo
7:30pm -- Trio Jam Music preformed by Kelly Corbin, Andy Gorrill & Dennis McDade
9pm ----- Cactus Pricks plays with Big Al Bartlett, Dan Zacks, Donnie Reid & Mike (Mike's Bikes)
I know a lot of you truly cared for Blitzo and his passing is a great loss to our community. We encourage those attending the Memorial to arrive early, grab a plate of Food & Cold Beer and available for the 6pm service. Please don't be shy with your stories, we want to hear your thoughts and memories and share them with the group. I'm certain the memories will be choked with good humor and hopefully will bring more smiles than tears. The service will be casual, come up and speak on the Mic to the group then pass off to another loving friend.
Party to follow with more beer and tons of great local music. Thanks everyone for helping to put this Memorial together. The gathering of friends is something Blitzo always appreciated, let's do him proud.
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Oct 26, 2013 - 11:04am PT
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11/9/13
Right?
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Oct 27, 2013 - 03:05am PT
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hey there say, all...
i have a painting of blitzo, that i want to send... russ and sooze can present it to whoever the gift would best go to ...
but, i can't mail it... :( i've got five bucks left and i am trying to ask a two folks, nearby where i live... but,
if they can't help, i need a backup ready...
or i can't get this there in time to you all...
if anyone wants to volunteer to pay postage, please let me know... it is acrylic, as i had not time for the oil kind...
i can post it tomorrow, as i am still touching it up...
it is a faster work and not full of layers, but is still nice...
i'd have to have a paypal in for monday, or it'd not clear in time to mail it and as it is, i may have to do TWO day mail, which might be a bit more...
*these usually mail anywhere from 12-14... and about 18 for two day mail... sorry, i did not plan this right, money-wise, this time... or paint wise, but i had company...
just email me, if you want to help get this there... :)
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Charlie B
Social climber
Santa Rosa, Ca
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Oct 27, 2013 - 03:13am PT
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Pretty sure I'm there. Looking forward to meeting a lot of you and celibrating a good man.
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 27, 2013 - 03:22am PT
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Neebs, we'll cover it. I can't find your PayPal address in my PayPal history and believe you changed emails lately. Send me your new email addy and we'll get you taken care of via PayPal. As for mailing, Parcel Post or Priority Mail will be more than fast enough no need to second day air.... the Memorial isn't until the 9th.
More gifts for our Blitzo, you've already done soo much for him. You made him and his friends feel special. Thank you.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Oct 27, 2013 - 08:42am PT
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hey there say, sooze...
just sent you an email... okay, will try for the one that is best... regular, if the paypal goes through fast, but it usually takes 3 days...
and regular mail tells me, up to 7 days for it to get there...
check my email, however, this is acrylic and i CAN send it without a frame,
so THAT will make it go cheaper, too, if i need to send it faster... :)
i put an over amount, for you to send and i can send back some, if it only takes the 14.00 :)
HERE is the painting...
you and russ WILL know, from gut-feeling where this will best go, and to whomever... :)
edit:
yeah, the face LIT up better, with the flash...
whoever it is for, can always put a small LIGHT above the frame, etc...
edit again:
YES, to whoever will be the recipients--FOR SURE you WILL NEED SOME kind of a SMALL LONG AREA light, to shine on the painting, either from above? or from an angle...if the painting is near a corner area, A nearby angle light seems to SHINE on it, will work good...
but--i couldn't risk ruining it, :O
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Joe
Social climber
Santa Cruz
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Oct 27, 2013 - 03:40pm PT
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count me in Susan...with a buddy or 2...looking forward...
Joe Denicola...
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CrazytownIndianCoveAKATheAGENT
Social climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Oct 29, 2013 - 10:20pm PT
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As it get's closer...
"Flooding" is occurring more often in my noggin...
I don't look forward to the drive over and back...
Too much time to think...
Locker,
I can't wait to see you. I know it won't be the same without Billy. But I am thanking my lucky stars that I got to meet you, Fish Finder, Chelsea, Neebee, Will and so many others because of Billy.
We will be flooded....
But we will all be together :)
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Oct 30, 2013 - 06:29am PT
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hey there say, locker... check your email...
send you poem...
night, now... hang in there...
prayers and god blesss...
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SofCookay
climber
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Oct 30, 2013 - 09:47am PT
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Hugs to you, Locker...I look forward to catching up with you. Take care on your drive, friend.
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 30, 2013 - 04:09pm PT
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Bands are set, potties to be delivered, food is ordered, beer is brewed...............
Russ is still compiling photos of Blitzo - if you have some which we can add to the slideshow please send high resolution shots to me or Russ at your earliest convenience.
Dinner, Beer, Water is covered. I may pick up some sodas and such too if people actually drink that stuff.
We don't have any desserts - if someone would like to bring cookies, brownies or something like that I'm sure the masses would love a little something sweet after the Mexican cuisine. Please bring in disposal containers and include serving utensils. Not necessary, but might be a nice touch. Blitzo loved his desserts!
Attendees:
1. Susan Peplow
2. Russ Wallling
3. Todd Gordon
4. Andrea Gordon
5. Kelly Corbin
6. Becca Corbin
7. Andy Gorrill
8. Steve Powell
9. Tony Yeary
10. Skip
11. Erik Wolfe
12. Locker
13. BlueBlocr
14. Gal
15. Tucker Tech
16. Robert Fonda
17. Scott Cole
18. Leggs
19. zip
20. Barbarian
21. Al Bartlett
22. Don Reid
23. Dan Zacks
24. Mike (Mike's Bikes)
25. Kelly Vaught
26. Frank Bentwood
27. Dennis McDade
28. Aubrey Adams
29. Shelby Beardslee
23. Gina Bararra
24. Rich Bararra
25. Will Casolaro (of Raw Brewing the official brewmaster for Blitzopalooza)
26. Tyler Gilson
27. Daniel Evans
28. Justin Evans
29. Carrie Martin
30. Jessica Crews
31. Rebeca Russell
32. Adam Stackhouse
33. Dave Cox
34. Alisa Cox
35. Milt Jones
36. TGT (Wendall)
37. Cragman
38. Sonya Dickinson
39. Amber Spangenberg
40. Steelmnkey I
41. Steelmokey II
42. Cara Lynae
43. Rhesa Ashbachar
44. Stephanie Casolaro
45. Craig Fry
46. Rob Stahl
47. Dave Evans
48. Margie Evans
49. Brandt Allen
50. Paula Allen
51. Beth Shilliday
52. Cho (Steve)
53. Kate
54. elcapinyoazz
55. Jaybro
56. The Larry
57. Mike Friedricks
58. Randy Vogel
59. Larry
60. James Barnett
61. Susan Walker
62. Michael
63. Steve Swan
64. Mike Fogarty
65. Fish Finder
66. Guy Keesee
67. Rick Cashner
68. Annie Barrett-Cashner
69. Chelsea Cashner-Garbanini
70. Ron Gomez
71. Cindy Worman
72. Jenny Red
73. Sue Lacey
74. Bob Bolton
75. Bullwinkle
76. Leigh-Ann Sullivan the Agent
77. Charleen Blackburn
78. Steve Belford
79. Karen Roseme
80. Anastasia
81. Jude Bischoff
82. Laura Gerhart
83. LL LL
84. Vegasclimber
85. Christina
86. drljefe
87. Brokedownclimber
88. Wally Barker
89. Karen Bailey
90. Sarah Schneider
91. Frankie Santos
92. Cal Gerberding
93. Steve Gerberding
94. Jingy
95. Cosmic
96. Karen
97. Cole Gibson
98. Stephanie
99. Jim Bridwell
100. Dirt Claud
101. gf of Dirt claud
102. Steve Grossman
103. Mimi Grossman
104. Mike Lechlinski
105. Mari Gingery
106. G. Davis
107. Wayne Burns aka Pud
108. Banks
109. Martha Walser
110. Mr. Walser
111. Roots
112. Greg Epperson
113. Marty Lewis
114: Sharon Lewis
115: Chris Trudeau
116: Caughtinside
117: Grant Hiskes
118: Mary Ann Kelly
119: Date of Sue Lacey
120: Lori Wilkerson
121: Swanson
122: Yuko Ichihara
123. Manny Rangel
124. LuckyPink
125. H
126. Phil Chapman
127. Eva Fitts
128. Ed Hartouni
129. Sabra Purdy-Zaharias
130. Seth Zaharias
131. Dorinda Worthy
132. Pam Schoenborn
133. Brian Schoenborn
134. Robby Schoenborn
135. Cubby Schoenborn
136. Mike Bolte
137. John Bolte
138. Mrs. Roots
139. Friend of Roots
140. Pia
141. Kajsa
142. Buttercup
143. Kevin
144. Kat Coletta
145. Billy Russell
146. Paul Amoreno
147. Joe Denicola
148. Joe +1
149. Joe +2
150. Charlie B
151. Sewellymon
152. Cynthia Sewell
153. Brandon Spangenberg
154. Easy Wind
Possible maybe, too early to tell list:
Don Reyes
KLK
Marissa Christman
Bridget Fithian
Chez
Lovely
ScuffyB
K-man
Norm Miller
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Oct 30, 2013 - 05:15pm PT
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hey there say, locker...
just saw this, and got the email, too... :)
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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1. Susan Peplow
2. Russ Wallling
3. Todd Gordon
4. Andrea Gordon
5. Kelly Corbin
6. Becca Corbin
7. Andy Gorrill
8. Steve Powell
9. Tony Yeary
10. Skip
11. Erik Wolfe
12. Locker
13. BlueBlocr
14. Gal
15. Tucker Tech
16. Robert Fonda
17. Scott Cole
18. Leggs
19. zip
20. Barbarian
21. Al Bartlett
22. Don Reid
23. Dan Zacks
24. Mike (Mike's Bikes)
25. Kelly Vaught
26. Frank Bentwood
27. Dennis McDade
28. Aubrey Adams
29. Shelby Beardslee
23. Gina Bararra
24. Rich Bararra
25. Will Casolaro (of Raw Brewing the official brewmaster for Blitzopalooza)
26. Tyler Gilson
27. Daniel Evans
28. Justin Evans
29. Carrie Martin
30. Jessica Crews
31. Rebeca Russell
32. Adam Stackhouse
33. Dave Cox
34. Alisa Cox
35. Milt Jones
36. TGT (Wendall)
37. Cragman
38. Sonya Dickinson
39. Amber Spangenberg
40. Steelmnkey I
41. Steelmokey II
42. Jeff Scofield
43. Rhesa Ashbachar
44. Stephanie Casolaro
45. Craig Fry
46. Rob Stahl
47. Dave Evans
48. Margie Evans
49. Brandt Allen
50. Paula Allen
51. Beth Shilliday
52. Cho (Steve)
53. Kate
54. elcapinyoazz
55. Jaybro
56. The Larry
57. Mike Friedricks
58. Randy Vogel
59. Larry
60. James Barnett
61. Susan Walker
62. Michael
63. Steve Swan
64. Mike Fogarty
65. Fish Finder
66. Guy Keesee
67. Rick Cashner
68. Annie Barrett-Cashner
69. Chelsea Cashner-Garbanini
70. Ron Gomez
71. Cindy Worman
72. Jenny Red
73. Sue Lacey
74. Bob Bolton
75. Bullwinkle
76. Leigh-Ann Sullivan the Agent
77. Charleen Blackburn
78. Steve Belford
79. Karen Roseme
80. Anastasia
81. Jude Bischoff
82. Laura Gerhart
83. LL LL
84. Vegasclimber
85. Christina
86. drljefe
87. Brokedownclimber
88. Wally Barker
89. Karen Bailey
90. Sarah Schneider
91. Frankie Santos
92. Cal Gerberding
93. Steve Gerberding
94. Jingy
95. Cosmic
96. Karen
97. Cole Gibson
98. Stephanie
99. Jim Bridwell
100. Dirt Claud
101. gf of Dirt claud
102. Steve Grossman
103. Mimi Grossman
104. Mike Lechlinski
105. Mari Gingery
106. G. Davis
107. Wayne Burns aka Pud
108. Banks
109. Martha Walser
110. Mr. Walser
111. Roots
112. Greg Epperson
113. Marty Lewis
114: Sharon Lewis
115: Chris Trudeau
116: Caughtinside
117: Grant Hiskes
118: Mary Ann Kelly
119: Date of Sue Lacey
120: Lori Wilkerson
121: Swanson
122: Yuko Ichihara
123. Manny Rangel
124. LuckyPink
125. H
126. Phil Chapman
127. Eva Fitts
128. Ed Hartouni
129. Sabra Purdy-Zaharias
130. Seth Zaharias
131. Dorinda Worthy
132. Pam Schoenborn
133. Brian Schoenborn
134. Robby Schoenborn
135. Cubby Schoenborn
136. Mike Bolte
137. John Bolte
138. Mrs. Roots
139. Friend of Roots
140. Pia
141. Kajsa
142. Buttercup
143. Kevin
144. Kat Colella
145. Billy Russell
146. Paul Amoreno
147. Joe Denicola
148. Joe +1
149. Joe +2
150. Charlie B
151. Sewellymon
152. Cynthia Sewell
153. Brandon Spangenberg
154. Easy Wind
155. Jenn Billig
156. Josh Billig
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Weather forecast for Nov. 9th......62 degrees day......34 degrees at night........Nice climbing weather during the day;...jacket, campfire, or inside at night......
Ideas to keep warm;..
Twerk
Drink alcohol
Snuggle up to Tucker Tech
Wear a jacket
Go inside
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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hey there say, todd.... wow, sounds just great ...
not too hot, and not too cold...
:)
have a sweet memory time, you all...
and hope the dessert deserts show up, :))
if i was closer, i'd bring some... :)
home-made, but sweet enough, and not full of the
modern-day yuck-ingrediants, :))
hmmm, but then, perhaps they'd not be any fun to look forward to,
then, :))
happy god bless to all!
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justthemaid
climber
Jim Henson's Basement
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Snuggle up to Tucker Tech
DIBBS!!!!! ^^^^
;)
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Hey Todd,
Heard rumors that Jim Angione and Todd Battey may appear as well.
What a shindig.
Rob
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MisterE
climber
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Wait a minute...
;)
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Susan/Todd,
Will you need more tables? I have a 3'X 8' piece of heavy duty plywood we use at our family gatherings.
MisterE, Glenn Denny showed a great picture of you as a wee tyke at Camp 4 at the Oakdale gathering. Cheers, Lynne
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Up-dated weather report.......day temps;....69 degrees (a few days ago;..it said 62 degrees!).......night temps 40 degrees;...looks like a fine weekend!....
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dirt claud
Social climber
san diego,ca
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The Mrs. and I are getting in Saturday morning and hoping to get some climbing in before the shindig. Any climbers planning on meeting anywhere in the park to climb Saturday morning/day?
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Roots
Mountain climber
SoCal
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Think we'll hit a spot with TRs next to road to get a bunch in before the afternoon party. Lizard's Hangout or something like that.
What were you thinking?
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dirt claud
Social climber
san diego,ca
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Didn't have anything particular in mind Roots, just seeing what others are doing, perhaps meet and climb with some of the ST crew if possible. My lady can't really lead belay yet, so looking for some easy top rope setups for now. Thanks for the heads up.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Roots and dirt claud, keep us posted it would be fun to cruise by and maybe even tie on for one climb before "work". Cheers, Lynne
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Mike Friedrichs
Sport climber
City of Salt
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My friend Anne Yeagle is going to attend as well.
Really excited to climb at Joshua Tree, see many friends, and most importantly, honor Blitzo.
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Throbbing Gristle
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Daytime forcast for sat. has been bumped up to 72 degrees.........bring on the sun!......see you all soon....
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Leggs
Sport climber
Tucson, AZ
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Ideas to keep warm;..
Twerk
;)
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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72°? Hoh man time to climb in the shade...
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Russ Walling
Social climber
from Poofters Froth, Wyoming
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Ok, we are getting close to the event.
A few points:
This is a MEMORIAL and a party. The MEMORIAL portion will be taking place in the late afternoon/early evening, approximately from 3pm to 7pm. This is the catered part of the evening, and is geared more around friends, family, and people on the RSVP list.
The food and drink was ordered a while ago and was for a fairly firm number of people, thus the RSVP list. With the ever swelling guest list and random "I'll be there" guys, those resources are going to be stretched thin. So, if you are not real big on the memorial part, did not know Blitzo, or just want to party, please show up around 7pm. It might also be a good idea to bring some communal beer to share.
If you are looking for something to bring to help out, bring dessert type things, finger foods, bags of chips, more beer, and then more beer. There will be a few giant ice chests where you can drop off the beers for everyone to enjoy. Everyone, and especially Blitzo, liked good beer. Share your favorite.
This weekend is also the FREE get into the National Park weekend. Campgrounds will be very busy. Know where you are going to bivy or at least have some sort of plan. Camping at Todds is a long tradition, but ideally you will have other arrangements.
This event is taking place in a neighborhood. Be neighborly. Be courteous. Don't get your car stuck in some dudes cactus garden at 2am. Be low key.
If you don't know how to get to Todds, email someone for directions.
Continue to watch this thread for updates.
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H
Mountain climber
there and back again
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Thanks Russ, Susan, Todd and everyone else involved for pulling this all together. Mo and I will be showing up to help on Saturday. I will be happy to bring some non-alcs for those who like beer (in the spirit of Blitzo) but don't want the buzz, and some dessert to share. Looks like there will be need of extra with that list as big as it is!
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Russ Walling
Social climber
from Poofters Froth, Wyoming
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Sounds good H... Thanks and see ya there.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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What were Blitzo's favorite deserts? If I can find one not too complex I'll be baking tomorrow.
H and Mo, When I was in Calistoga I discovered a nice red wind called Tractor Shed Red. You can buy it in the Calistoga Grocery Store. If either of you are able, can you get 4-6 bottles for me and the event. If not that's OK too. Pay you when I see ya Sat.
Looking forward to remembering a talented, fun person. Lynne
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Russ Walling
Social climber
from Poofters Froth, Wyoming
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What were Blitzo's favorite deserts?
I saw him purchase and then eat quite a few pies... apple, berry, whatever. The man liked pie.
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Nov 7, 2013 - 12:37am PT
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Memorial festivities start at 3pm with mingling, food and beer. An ongoing slideshow will be playing using photos submitted by friends and family throughout the evening.
6pm is the Memorial Service, if you'd like to speak to the group by telling stories of fun, adventure or paying your respects we will have an open mic available. Please be prompt and respectful of those speaking during the service as I suspect it will be crowded and possibly difficult to hear. Thanks guys, see you Saturday.
Attendees:
1. Susan Peplow
2. Russ Wallling
3. Todd Gordon
4. Andrea Gordon
5. Kelly Corbin
6. Becca Corbin
7. Andy Gorrill
8. Steve Powell
9. Tony Yeary
10. Skip
11. Erik Wolfe
12. Locker
13. BlueBlocr
14. Gal
15. Tucker Tech
16. Robert Fonda
17. Scott Cole
18. Leggs
19. zip
20. Barbarian
21. Al Bartlett
22. Don Reid
23. Dan Zacks
24. Mike (Mike's Bikes)
25. Kelly Vaught
26. Frank Bentwood
27. Dennis McDade
28. Aubrey Adams
29. Shelby Beardslee
23. Gina Bararra
24. Rich Bararra
25. Will Casolaro (of Raw Brewing the official brewmaster for Blitzopalooza)
26. Tyler Gilson
27. Daniel Evans
28. Justin Evans
29. Carrie Martin
30. Jessica Crews
31. Rebeca Russell
32. Adam Stackhouse
33. Dave Cox
34. Alisa Cox
35. Milt Jones
36. Lizzie Leads
37. Cragman
38. Sonya Dickinson
39. Amber Spangenberg
40. Steelmnkey I
41. Steelmokey II
42. Cara Lynae
43. Rhesa Ashbachar
44. Stephanie Casolaro
45. Craig Fry
46. Rob Stahl
47. Dave Evans
48. Margie Evans
49. Brandt Allen
50. Paula Allen
51. Beth Shilliday
52. Cho (Steve)
53. Kate
54. elcapinyoazz
55. Jaybro
56. Jeff Leads
57. Mike Friedricks
58. Randy Vogel
59. Larry
60. James Barnett
61. Susan Walker
62. Michael
63. Steve Swan
64. Mike Fogarty
65. Fish Finder
66. Guy Keesee
67. Rick Cashner
68. Annie Barrett-Cashner
69. Chelsea Cashner-Garbanini
70. Ron Gomez
71. Cindy Worman
72. Jenny Red
73. Sue Lacey
74. Bob Bolton
75. Bullwinkle
76. Leigh-Ann Sullivan the Agent
77. Charleen Blackburn
78. Steve Belford
79. Karen Roseme
80. Anastasia
81. Jude Bischoff
82. Laura Gerhart
83. LL LL
84. Vegasclimber
85. Christina
86. drljefe
87. Brokedownclimber
88. Wally Barker
89. Karen Bailey
90. Sarah Schneider
91. Frankie Santos
92. Cal Gerberding
93. Steve Gerberding
94. Jingy
95. Cosmic
96. Karen
97. Cole Gibson
98. Stephanie
99. Jim Bridwell
100. Dirt Claud
101. gf of Dirt claud
102. Steve Grossman
103. Mimi Grossman
104. Mike Lechlinski
105. Mari Gingery
106. G. Davis
107. Wayne Burns aka Pud
108. Banks
109. Martha Walser
110. Mr. Walser
111. Roots
112. Greg Epperson
113. Marty Lewis
114: Sharon Lewis
115: Chris Trudeau
116: Caughtinside
117: Grant Hiskes
118: Mary Ann Kelly
119: Date of Sue Lacey
120: Lori Wilkerson
121: Swanson
122: Yuko Ichihara
123. Anne Yeagler
124. LuckyPink
125. H
126. Phil Chapman
127. Eva Fitts
128. Ed Hartouni
129. Sabra Purdy-Zaharias
130. Seth Zaharias
131. Dorinda Worthy
132. Pam Schoenborn
133. Brian Schoenborn
134. Robby Schoenborn
135. Cubby Schoenborn
136. Vicky Su
137. Cindy Zacks
138. Mrs. Roots
139. Friend of Roots
140. Pia
141. Kajsa
142. Buttercup
143. Kevin
144. Kat Coletta
145. Billy Russell
146. Paul Amoreno
147. Joe Denicola
148. Joe +1
149. Joe +2
150. Charlie B
151. Sewellymon
152. Cynthia Sewell
153. Brandon Spangenberg
154. Easy Wind
155. Bob Gaines
156. Pat Brennan
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TGT
Social climber
So Cal
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We're not gonna make it :-(
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Nov 7, 2013 - 02:16pm PT
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Thanks Wendell, I've had a few others drop out too which have been adjusted on the list above and replaced with other RSVP'rs.
Things are moving forward. Potta Potties delivered tomorrow Todd (not sure when). Preppers showing up for Todd on Friday & Saturday. I'll swing by some tables, lights and extension cords.
Lovely weather, just the sort of days that Blitzo really loved. With the sun lower, the magic hour has been longer - makes me think of all his wonderful photography.
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Roots
Mountain climber
Tustin OC
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We're bringing Beer, Whiskey, Soda, Ice, Desserts, Water, Wood and lots more stuff to help keep this large gathering supplied!
The forecasted temps have risen, so having second thoughts about Lizard Landing as it's in the sun but there are so many choices next to the road for a quick session with sun, shade or both; Lizard, Voice’s, AFPA, etc…what do you like?
We should be setting anchors by 9am on Saturday. PM me if you want to coordinate.
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dirt claud
Social climber
san diego,ca
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I have been talking with some folks through email about a plan as well. My GF and I are getting there around 9:30. Perhaps we can meet up with you guys if we all get a consensus on where a good spot would be? I don't know the best spots that well or I would give some suggestions.
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drljefe
climber
El Presidio San Augustin del Tucson
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Rolling into the park early a.m Friday to try and hustle a spot.
I usually have good luck but if anyone has room and you see a dark blue scion boxcar cruising... Holler!
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Fish Finder
Social climber
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word locker
glad you made it safe again
3rd times a charm eh
looking forward to laughing with you
Best,Candyman
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Roots
Mountain climber
Tustin OC
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Rolling into the park early a.m Friday to try and hustle a spot.
Hope you have success, but you may want to have an alternate plan - I spoke with my friend this morning and he said all the campsites were full as of yesterday...
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Ksolem
Trad climber
Monrovia, California
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I get sites in full campgrounds in Josh all the time. Park the car, get out and walk around. If you see someone hook the bikes onto the back of the RV, inquire. I can't count the times I've got sites on a Sat. morning by walking around and observing the scene.
Conversely, I've been out there packing up my stuff while cars full of climbers looking for a site go blasting by...
Wow, I only new Blitzo in a passing "Hey, what's up" kind of way. but looking at that guest list really makes me want to be there. Unfortunately life has other plans in store for me...
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Leggs
Sport climber
Tucson, AZ
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Rolling into the park early a.m Friday to try and hustle a spot.
{{what time are we leaving again??!!}}
I spoke with my friend this morning and he said all the campsites were full as of yesterday...
{{I'm not worried. I have magic hair.}} {maybe I SHOULD be worried!}
Everyone ... soft and safe travels.
~peace
EDIT: Dean ... Damnitall!
:)
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H
Mountain climber
there and back again
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Mo and I just got into town. We are planing on climbing around Intersection Rock area tomorrow starting around 10am if any one would like to join us. It should be a fun day.
Already saw Brokedownclimber at Vons. He and Locker Indian Cove #20 something. We'll be bringing pie and non-alc. Looking forward to seeing everyone,
H
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CynthiaL
Social climber
Joshua Tree
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Campground update: Hidden Valley was probably full today, and Ryan may have been. Indian Cove is completely booked for the weekend. Early in the day Friday there should be plenty of sites at Jumbo, Belle, and White Tank. I know it's not as convenient, but it's a place to stay. All of the entrances and visitor centers also have maps to the BLM off Sunfair.
Veteran's Day Free Weekend is Sunday - Monday (not our choice). Anyone coming in Friday will need a pass or have to pay the entrance fee (sorry!)
I can't make it to the Memorial, but my thoughts and prayers are with all of Blitzo's loved ones. What a great tribute!
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zip
Trad climber
pacific beach, ca
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Cynthia,
sorry you can't make it.
maybe we should bring the after party to your place?
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F10
Trad climber
Bishop
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I spoke with someone at the Park HQ's and they said the Veteran's Day Free Weekend was Nov 9-11
Just wondering what the correct days are ?? I'll be busy at's Todd's on Sat.
Trying to help out those that may not have a Park Pass
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Mimi
climber
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Free park entry is actually Saturday through Monday. And you're right about the campsites being full except for the outlier areas. Plenty of cheap motels in YV too.
We'll see you in the morning H. We were headed to Echo Rock and will grab breakfast at the cafe by the turn off in case you're there first.
The weather is great!
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CynthiaL
Social climber
Joshua Tree
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Mimi is correct. I should have posted the DAYS, not just the dates. Saturday-Monday is FREE. As I said, NOT our choice. I know the other campgrounds are not preferred, but still an option. And just so everyone is aware, the entrance will be open late on Friday night, as usual, so we will have to collect fees. But we will be there to help people know what their options are for camping.
Zip, not possible to do an 'after-party' at my place this time, but I'll be there in spirit!
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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I went down to the fire station in joshua tree today, and got a burn permit for a campfire;.......so hopefully we can have a legal campfire;......if anyone has fire wood and can bring some, that would be cool...for I have little to none........it's not gonna be a Guy Falks bonfire or something you can see from skylab;...just a campfire to be outside under the stars.
So;...if you wish to bring stuff, it's
1) more beer,
2) snacks, desserts,and/or finger food
3) fire wood
I will be home friday and sat.
We do need set-up help. Setting up tables, tidying up yard, moving sh#t around, putting up X-mas light so the drunks don't fall down the stairs in the dark, cleaning up stuff inside, ....lots of stuff we need help on. I've tried to get organized......I'm getting there......
The weather is fantastic;.....it should be an awesome weekend....See you all soon, and those who wish to help w/the set up;....anytime on Friday or Sat AM would be awesome thanks....
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Nov 7, 2013 - 10:48pm PT
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Cynthia, thanks for updating us and clarifying the free weekend along with the kind words of our tribute.
Lots of love coming through emails, calls and offers to help. Super great bunch of people we have and know that Blitzo would be so proud.
Mimi, we got your voicemail, using this public response is we're crazy busy plus (me, not poor Russ) is trying to fit in a little climbing with friends that arrived earlier this week. We'll see you and Steve at the Memorial.
Ran into Locker today in Indian Cove. This is a bitter sweet weekend for us, the memorial of our friend - someone who is deeply missed and knowing he is gone forever saddens us greatly. Still yet a wonderful opportunity to gather with other friends so many of you who donated love, money and support during his fight. I believe people call it closure but we're still stuck on loss.
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Todd,
I will stop by and help with the set up. I will bring lights and more beer. DEE and I are coming out early tomorrow.
Cheers,
Rob
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Mimi
climber
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Todd, we'll be there with wood and ready to help on Saturday. PM us if you need us sooner.
Suze, no sweat. Glad you were able to get out. We know how tough this weekend will be despite the celebration. We had a great time today too.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Susan, Russ, Locker, Beth, Steve S. and all of Billy's Posse....
Grief and Loss sticks around for awhile. Closure sometimes comes after a bit of time and when you least expect it. Thinking of you all, lynne.
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Roots
Mountain climber
Tustin OC
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We are going to TR at Voice's Crag tomorrow...not the best formation, but close to the entrance and road. Sun in the morning with shade a little later when it'll be needed.
If anyone wants to stop by, come on over! We are bringing at least (2) ropes. My silver Tundra will be parked at Boy Scout TH (aka "North Wonderland Parking Area").
And of course here's a pic by The Mack - BLITZO:
http://mountainproject.com/v/voices-crag/105843142
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dirt claud
Social climber
san diego,ca
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Thanks for the update Roots and H. We will try and find you guys when we get to the park. We have extra ropes as well.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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New weather forecast;.....73 degrees;...just keeps getting warmer and warmer. Still 41 in the evening......so bring a jacket........see you all soon.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Ethan Felges, owner of Coyote Corner in Joshua Tree, just dropped off a truck load of firewood;........thanx for the support. If you get a chance, stop and say thanks and support this awesome local business. We look after each other in this community;...it's fantastic...
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Beautiful, Todd!
Five apple pies just finished baking. Got to watch 180 South for the first time last night while peeling and slicing a bizillion apples. :)
Todd, shall I throw in a few x-tra chairs? Will be leaving in @ an hour. Let me know if you need anything else. Will check ST before I depart.
Cheers, Lynne
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F10
Trad climber
Bishop
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Just passed through lovely Lucerne, will be there soon to help get stuff ready
James
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MisterE
climber
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Hey Roots - Skip and I are thinking about joining you tomorrow at Voices - also wondering what H and Mo are up to tomorrow morning...
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Roots
Mountain climber
Tustin OC
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^Sounds great! See you all soon.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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the porti-potties are HERE!....
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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My son Lake was the first one to use the porti-pottie...........(He was psyched...)..
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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James Barnett and Beck Gordon on early clean up and prep............
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Jay Anderson on the early work crew.....
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Vegasclimber
Trad climber
Las Vegas, NV.
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Christina and I will be in sometime in the afternoon. Need to get some work done on the pickup to try and get it to pass smog. Should be in around 4-5ish.
Looking forward to seeing everyone. Planning to get some climbing in Sunday with Cosmic, location TBD.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Hours of raking pine needles;...Aubrey Adams on the rake....
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H
Mountain climber
there and back again
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Just had dinner at Pappy's with Lynne. Looks like we'll go climbing in the morning and head over to help set up at Todds.
We have a pumpkin cheesecake pie and non-alcs.
Looking forward to seeing Roots, Skip, Erik, and everyone else before we head in.
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guyman
Social climber
Moorpark, CA.
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I am picking up Banny Root early Saturday am...going to get in some climbing then getting together with everybody. James was one of Bills "roommates"
in Tahoe BITD, may be we can get a story or two....
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nita
Social climber
chica de chico, I don't claim to be a daisy.
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Can't wait to see pictures....I know you guys are going to have Big Fun!...
Cheers...
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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hey there say, since i can't be there, i thought at least i could try and to my part...
here it is:
to the spiders and the snakes:
"i heard'tell that there is a neat really NEAT vacation spot--far FAR
FAR!!! away from todd's place ... "
EDIT:
PS--don't go as far as nita's though, :)
there hope that helps so folks don't trip over any "UNNECCESARY objects" or SIT on any, as well...
:)
you are in my thoughts and prayers... :)
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zip
Trad climber
pacific beach, ca
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any last minute stuff needed?
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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We raked up some pine needles and cleaned up some messes.......
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Locker is here;.....so let the games begin....
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Roger has arrived...(Brokedown climber..)....par-tay...
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Jim Bridwell;........father of modern big wall climbing, N.America's premier Alpine master, .......The Bird....
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Ron Gomez;.....climber....all around good guy........
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Wally Barker (Five Ten mastermind...), Jim Bridwell...
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Anastasia
climber
Home
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Well... I will be in late. Kiddo worked me last night, didn't sleep so I am taking a nap freakin now. See you a bit later today.
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nature
climber
Boulder, CO
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I'm there in spirit. Will pick up a few beers that I know blitzo would appreciate.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Harrison and Mo.......
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Blue Blocker....
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Steve Grossman....
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Tucker Tech....climbing celeb...
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phylp
Trad climber
Millbrae, CA
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I'm enjoying all the photos, thanks for sharing everything.
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H
Mountain climber
there and back again
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Nov 10, 2013 - 02:05am PT
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What a wonderfully eclectic community we are! It was so worth the drive to be with the tribe again. Thank you, Blitzo and your conspirators for helping to reaffirm just how lucky we are to have each other.
Mo and I had a blast climbing and reuniting with everyone. Looking forward to seeing y'all again hopefully soon rather than later. If your ever in the Norht Bay I hope you'll look us up.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Nov 10, 2013 - 04:53am PT
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hey there, say, H, and to mo, too...
thanks for the special 'on the scene' report from todd's,. :)
enjoyed seeing the pics, so far, too...
:)
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Nov 10, 2013 - 09:57am PT
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looking sketchy there...
Social climber
Latitute 33
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Nov 10, 2013 - 10:46am PT
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If not defying age, at least gravity was held at bay...
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Jingy
climber
Somewhere out there
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Nov 10, 2013 - 01:48pm PT
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It's not so much the love that I felt while at the Blitzo memorial that struck me so poignantly...
It was the amazing collection of such a high caliber of people that were in attendance that seemed to speak volumes about the man I was there to remember. That so many great people came together to help in life and comfort as much as possible was the best indication about the human behind the seldom seen "Blitzo" handle here on the topo.
I didn't know Billie long at all. Didn't even really feel like I had come to know the man enough to go to the first name basis which seemed to me what everyone else had with him, but that had more to do with my place in life than anything else.
The stories, the photos, and the atmosphere of the evening gave me warmth i hope will stay with me a long time.
You people are great.
Blitzo was great
This was an awesome send off for the awesome guy Blitzo was. Thank you so very much Billie.
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Largo
Sport climber
The Big Wide Open Face
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Nov 10, 2013 - 03:01pm PT
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A blessing to see all the folks I grew up with in one place.
RIP Blitzo.
JL
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sethsquatch76
Trad climber
Joshua tree ca
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Nov 10, 2013 - 05:04pm PT
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That, my friends, was a good god damn party!!!! Blitzo would be proud!!!!!
I can only hope at my death, that 1/2 as many amazing people show up to celebrate my life...... The depth of knowledge, experience, adventure, camaraderie is to be commended.....
I too got lost in the desert last night.....Watched sunrise from the top of a large municipal water tank with good friends and Blitzo's spirit by our side....
Cheers to our amazing community!!!!!!!!!!!
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Mimi
climber
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Nov 10, 2013 - 05:04pm PT
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What a great party! It was really nice seeing old friends and meeting new ones. Thanks to Susan, Todd, Andrea, Russ, Lynne and all the other folks who chipped in. The food was great and Lynne's pies were perfect. I think the Bird ate a whole one by himself. LOL! Definitely did Blitzo proud!
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Nov 10, 2013 - 05:25pm PT
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Kneed to C more pitures!!!!!
(Where's all the evidence, eh)?
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Nov 10, 2013 - 05:37pm PT
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Been a LONG time since I woke up hurting that much! Wow, it was a very fitting tribute to Billy, was cool to meet his Sister Martha and her husband Mort. Great to hang with all my Brothers and Sisters once again. I'm going to take a snooze!
Peace
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 10, 2013 - 05:38pm PT
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I'm tired. Dancing and playing the tambourine is hard work! :) Before I kick back I'll try to get some pictures rolling for those not able to join us for the fantastic celebration Of Blitzo's life.
As a friend of mine is fond of saying, "here's how the day unraveled."
more later...computer as tired as I am. Cheers, lynne
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 10, 2013 - 06:20pm PT
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From Left to Right are Todd Battey, StahlBro, John and Grant H. Nice dancing Todd B.
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nita
Social climber
chica de chico, I don't claim to be a daisy.
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Nov 10, 2013 - 06:34pm PT
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Miss Lynne, Isn't the "friend" , Blitzo's.. driver for hospital appointments? .. I recognize the long purdy hair...
ps, did you meet my girlfriends?
pss..Where is Jingy???
psss..sweet to see.. The Root's.. ..Hi, Amanda..
pssss..More pictures please..
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 10, 2013 - 06:54pm PT
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Nita, I did get to meet several of your wonderful friends.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 10, 2013 - 07:22pm PT
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Wendell, you will be glad to know, no lights were broken and extension cords did not break any humans:) We missed you and Phyllis.
That's about it for me, Folks. Anyone else take pics? I can't believe the number of people I missed. It's a social challenge to visit, eat, take pics and enjoy the band in only a few hours. lynnie
PS, it was awesome seeing everyone.....old friends and new! Cheers!
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 10, 2013 - 07:33pm PT
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Dang, Locker, half way thru the event I looked up and saw you and a little voice said, you'd better keep an eye on him. Next time I'll listen better!
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Jan
Mountain climber
Colorado, Nepal & Okinawa
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Nov 10, 2013 - 07:35pm PT
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So sorry to have missed the memorial and party of the century!
Even sorrier to have missed meeting Blitzo.
Thanks everybody for the news and photos.
More please!
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Ed Hartouni
Trad climber
Livermore, CA
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Nov 10, 2013 - 07:47pm PT
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Huge thanks for Todd and Andrea for staging the party, and Susan and Russ
and everyone else who helped out
and, of course, the great community that showed up to remember.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 10, 2013 - 07:50pm PT
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Well, Jan, I do have 4 more pics I was going to save for later....but what the heck. This, after-party, morning I conducted some research which I will present to Dr. Hartouni at some point.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 10, 2013 - 07:58pm PT
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Dean, you are indeed, I have found in the past nearly 6 years there is nothing like the rock climbing community.....nothing. lynne
PS, and on that note someone (but I forget who) told me they personally know Chris Mac and they would ask him to reinstate my old avatar (my name). I hope who ever you are, you remember and thanks!
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TGT
Social climber
So Cal
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Nov 10, 2013 - 08:04pm PT
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Wish we could have been there, but I wouldn't have missed the other celebration of a life that we did attend for the world!
(my brother's mother-in-law)
Catholic funerals will wear out your knees.
A black pentecostal one will wear out your hands!
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 10, 2013 - 08:10pm PT
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TGT, and some that shall remain nameless will wear out your Patience. :)
This could be a perfect segue to my last photo. When I stay in Josh my best friend lives right behind me.
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TGT
Social climber
So Cal
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Nov 10, 2013 - 08:22pm PT
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Personally, I'm more in the Ben Franklyn camp, but he knew a saint when he saw one.
So do I.
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nita
Social climber
chica de chico, I don't claim to be a daisy.
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Nov 10, 2013 - 08:59pm PT
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Lynne, it's called~ The Dulcinator, a one of a kind Dulcimer - Dobro hybrid- made just for her.
Annie is one talented musician and a Lovely person ...
edit: Hey.. Lynne Leichtfuss, Welcome back!!...
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Russ Walling
Social climber
from Poofters Froth, Wyoming
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Nov 10, 2013 - 09:41pm PT
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Here is a link to the slideshow presentation from the Memorial Fest:
http://www.fishproducts.com/Bloot_slideshow2.mov
It is a giant file, so have some time and be patient. Quicktime format. Oh, and it is a GIANT FILE, so wait for it to come in a bit for the best playback.
Edit: LL LL : your username problem has been fixed
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 10, 2013 - 09:55pm PT
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OMG, I'm back. :) Thank You !!! I guess I'll owe you for the rest of my life. Well, maybe I'd better throw in some cash considering my age.
And thanks both of you for all you did and do. Having had loss I can so appreciate all you who are so much "Blitzo's family" did. Including providing the beginning of wonderful solid closure to so many, awesome. You two mean much to so many. Cheers, lynne again.
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Nov 10, 2013 - 10:39pm PT
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Great time, introspection, and contemplation. Thanks for brining us all together Blitzo, not sure anyone else could have. A lot of food for thought.
I have photos to download, but I'm on the road, so it will be a week or so.
Thanks for the slideshow link Russ, I was going to ask about. Everyone should check that out!
Thanks Todd and Andrea for your hospitality! Thanks Sooze for coordinating everything!
Then jazz guys, thnx cactus pricks!
Thanks everyone for making it happen!
Todd is I think, the real catcher in the Rye.
Thanks everyone for making it happen!
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Nov 10, 2013 - 11:03pm PT
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^^^^
Geeve it to heem, Soooze!!!!!
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 10, 2013 - 11:09pm PT
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Just watched the Blitzo link. All that Jaybro said and more.
A man's life. I talked with Billy, but I wish I would have taken the time to ask him more.... what he was thinking about, what was inside. At Stephanie's Thanksgiving party couple years ago Billy and I were wearing the exact same light teal blue/black down jacket. He came up to me and commented on it and asked if I used drugs. We started talking. Depths.
I have learned more. Billy taught me a ton without saying much, even tonight. tears, lynne.
Thanks for putting this incredible tribute to this man together.
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10b4me
Ice climber
Bishop/Flagstaff
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Nov 10, 2013 - 11:20pm PT
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Enjoyed seeing old friends, and putting faces to avatars, and hopefully making new friends.
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Nov 10, 2013 - 11:25pm PT
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Peace
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john hansen
climber
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Nov 10, 2013 - 11:50pm PT
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That shot of Bridwell and Long is Classic,
Nice pic's Ron
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Fluoride
Trad climber
West Los Angeles, CA/Joshua Tree
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Nov 11, 2013 - 12:08am PT
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Thanks Sooze, Russ and Todd for planning such a great event and the wonderful hospitality. So great to see so many people from near and far there in memory of Blitzo. What an amazing group of folks.
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Anastasia
climber
Home
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Nov 11, 2013 - 01:19am PT
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Hey Folks,
Even though I only dropped by and took off early, Bill and I found it worth the trip x 100. Nice seeing all of you, especially my dear Locker. I've missed you! Now I have a bit of Blitzo with me... Would it be alright to take him on a kayak trip? Hiking back here in my hometown woods? It's not climbing but it sure has it's own beauty. I for sure will take him climbing in the South and on a few ice routes in Montana. I know he's probably been there already, but what the heck!
Oh and I was thinking of getting him carried about in a gay pride parade around here because when I first met him, he kept describing the gay pride parade in San Francisco with so much wonder and excitement. He was tripping on it, absolutely loved it. He loved people that walked their own beat. I thought if he somehow knew what I was up to, he would get a kick out of that too.
Hugs,
AFS
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Vegasclimber
Trad climber
Las Vegas, NV.
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Nov 11, 2013 - 01:36am PT
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Todd, thanks again for a wonderful job hosting an amazing evening.
Even though Christina and I got in late, we had a great time getting to catch up with old friends - Harrison, Moe, Anastasia and RLF just to name a few. Was a blast to FINALLY meet Locker, Russ, Tucker and the one and only JL - wish I had more time to hear some stories from that group for sure.
Slept like a stone and woke up pleasantly late, hung out with RLF and Crew for a while and then headed out to Indian Cove to get some climbing in before heading home. Was a wonderful way to spend the weekend, and share the love with all of Blitzo's many friends, fans and fam.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Nov 11, 2013 - 02:49am PT
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hey there say, sooze, russ, and all...
oh my... i just saw the blitzo-memory-quilt hanging there and i started crying...
that was my gift to him, so that he would have it to hang on to for the rest of life, as he looked back--after getting well--at all the folks that loved him, and were in his corner... something he could hang onto, each night, after looking back at this whole awful ordeal...
and here... it did not turn out that way... :(
it was MEANT for him, to get it though...
i made it JUST IN TIME... and by that, you both know--JUST in the nic of time, TIME for him to see and know of all those that were posting there for him... (a few names may have gotten left out, as once i sewed it, i could NOT add any more, ... though i think i got a few in on the OTHER SIDE... )...
DID NOT know, it would end up as a memorial memory for all these folks,
instead of blitzo himself...
but--you all gave him the BEST and the best always goes to those that are
so loved by their buddies and families and acquaintances...
well, what we knit together here on this short earth life, is part of
full picture, later, for eternity, so--he will still cherish this
memory-marker, though--in different ways, than when first planned...
*say, a fitting note to this:
my sewing machine 'died' just after i finished it...
IF IT HAD, SOONER, blitzo would not have BEEN here,
to enjoy it... :O :O :O
well, i had my cry now...
for those that knew blitzo billy, i know you will cry a lot more,
and for quite some time, until 'things settle' the best that they can, for you...
god bless to bill's sister, seeing here, there, made me cry, also...
i have five brothers and i pray that i can nurture our lives, while
WE have time, as, we are all living in spread-outs spots...
thanks for sharing all the pics...
and wow--lynne has her NAME BACK!!!!
A NICE HONOR, for her husband's trail, that he left behind!
ps:
oh my... locker--lost in the desert! (will there be a movie, now?)
;)
*and--a sequel? just saw there was another one of you all, lost, :)
good thing todd's place, helped place you back, or, you could have gone in CIRCLES all night... ;)
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Fluoride
Trad climber
West Los Angeles, CA/Joshua Tree
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Nov 11, 2013 - 03:08am PT
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Neebee, here's another shot of your wonderful love quilt. You're so generous and thoughtful. The quilt has had quite some experiences. Was there when he passed, was there this weekend. Much love and gratitude to you lady!
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Dr.Sprock
Boulder climber
I'm James Brown, Bi-atch!
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Nov 11, 2013 - 05:46am PT
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thanks for all the pics and the slide show,
good to see the Gordon House rockin again, it is a magical place,
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ATS
climber
Mountain Project
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Nov 11, 2013 - 09:23am PT
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Very nice tribute.
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Sioux Juan
Big Wall climber
Costa mesa
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Nov 11, 2013 - 09:57am PT
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Sioux Juan
Big Wall climber
Costa mesa
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Nov 11, 2013 - 10:38am PT
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great seeing you Locker !!!!!! hope to see you again real soon........your bro...............Powers
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 11, 2013 - 12:50pm PT
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Sonya
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 11, 2013 - 12:52pm PT
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Grant and John...
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 11, 2013 - 12:53pm PT
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Cole Gibson and Blitzo Quilt by Neebee...
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 11, 2013 - 01:13pm PT
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Burch3y, wish I would have known. I brought my uke too, altho I am a newbie at it. Anyone have a picture of the Cactus Pricks playing? Mine didn't turn out? The real lynne.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 11, 2013 - 01:17pm PT
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Mr. Todd Battey........Queen Mountain pioneer, ace climber, and all around great dude..
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Nov 11, 2013 - 01:22pm PT
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It was a really good tribute and a ton of great people. Cactus Pricks and Jazz trio were going off.
Special thanks to Susan, Russ, Todd, Andrea and everyone who helped put this together. Thanks again to Robert for letting us hang out with the Ranch posse.
Rob
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 11, 2013 - 01:47pm PT
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Amber and Brandon......(Cute girl;...must have a good looking Mom...)..
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Jingy
climber
Somewhere out there
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Nov 11, 2013 - 06:58pm PT
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Jingy was there Nita, just not during daylight hours, missed most of the good times that happened during day….
Cheers Nita and All!!
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Nov 11, 2013 - 07:22pm PT
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I was going to express how much I missed this event, but I won't. As is evident with all sh#t the Taco does, we pull together and REPRESENT the whole community.
I'm glad to see that Blitzo was properly honored by those that knew him. I'm sorry I missed it, but I said prayers for our brother. He was my kind of guy despite ever meeting him. I felt him. Cool dude.
Sorry I couldn't make it, but I do remember Blitzo. God bless ya, bro.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 11, 2013 - 07:49pm PT
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It's always great to see you Craig and sip the JIB's ! Thanks.
I agree about trying to get around the group to see everyone. It's crazy that people come from all over the US and then we miss connecting .....
Cheers to you Sir Frye :)
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Nov 11, 2013 - 08:01pm PT
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Mimi was there? ah man....I knew I had to go...Fu%k,
Super-pissed off right now, errrrr
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MisterE
climber
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Nov 11, 2013 - 08:02pm PT
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What a great event, and an amazingly calm and beautiful weekend at Joshua Tree. Also, the temperatures were perfect.
This was just a wonderful way to show love and respect to a good friend, a great photographer, and a fellow tribesman.
We honored him with a heart-felt celebration.
Thanks to all.
Edit: I bought two bags of BD White Gold to mix my remains in - Billy will be with us climbing...
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Brokedownclimber
Trad climber
Douglas, WY
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Nov 11, 2013 - 09:47pm PT
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It was great seeing many friends from the Taco Stand, and sadly missed many others who couldn't make it. The drive there pretty well did me in and I didn't last very long; I subsequently missed Vegasclimber & his Missus, as well as Anastasia. This was in reality a family gathering of the tribe. Many heartfelt thanks to Todd and Andrea for graciously providing the Gordon Ranchero one more time so we could all have our farewell to Blitzo.
It was a fantastic blast to hang out with locker, and with Jaybro too. As always was glad to hang with Ron Gomez, Dr.F., Steve, Sonya, Mimi, Russ, Sooze, Ed Hartouni, Cosmic, Jim Bridwell, Largo, and too many others to list here.
My tin of Billy's cremains will be going to City of Rocks for a final repose atop Window Rock next Spring.
Edit! I also forgot to add Mister E, Skip, Lynne, and my partner from 2011 Zip to the list above. My bad! Tucker and Tony Yeary, too.
My trip home took me 14 hours and 45 minutes (I arrived this morning at 0445 hours) to drive 1040 miles. I slept most of today, so...better late here than never.
Another Edit! How could I have left out Harrison, Mo, and Cragman; missed ya' Dean!
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 11, 2013 - 11:51pm PT
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 11, 2013 - 11:53pm PT
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Jenny and Andrea
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 11, 2013 - 11:56pm PT
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Dave Evans, Rob Stall, Bill Russell......
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Nov 12, 2013 - 12:10am PT
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Thank you Taco members who attended Billy's Memorial, it was a beautiful night with phenomenal weather. Russ kept telling me how much Blitzo hated that sort of thing but I disagree. I believe Billy would be so humbled by the attention and really touched that so many took the time to say goodbye.
It was like watching a timeline of his life, seeing friends and hearing stories from decades ago. Seeing sister Martha, meeting his ex-wife Charleen (aka Big Red)…….. new and old friends alike joining together.
During his illness he was so touched by the donations and cards that came in. It was much like watching a child at Christmas opening the cards, packages and emails he was so jazzed! Not just when it was donations (I mean really, who doesn't like getting sudden cash especially when it's so needed) but the continuous post cards, phone calls and posts checking up on him. He was a special person, a good friend and you all did a great job of reminding him of such.
There are so many special notes but a few off my head include SteveW who kept sending cards, Nita, Jingy, Cragman, Zip, Neebee, Will, the agent, Locker……..gosh the list just goes on forever. It was not uncommon to go to our mailbox and have 2 or 3 cards sitting there waiting for Blitzo.
So, my friends this Memorial wasn't just to say goodbye to Billy but a gathering of a community, one that I couldn't be prouder to be a part of.
Huge thanks to Todd & Andrea for opening your home yet again. Big hugs to sister Martha & Mort for not only funding the bash but driving down to be a part of it. All the clean up crew, preppers pre & post. People like Ron Gomez, H, Maureen, Lynn, Blueblocker, Sonya, Chelesa………. I don't even know who all as I wasn't there to lend a hand. Terrific crew pulled it off without a hitch.
Grant, Rick, Annie, Chelsea Cashner, Karen Bailey, Stephanie, Locker, Billy Russell, Charleen, Donnie Reid, Alan Bartlett, Denise Brown, Sue Lacey,Wally Barker, & all the LONG time friends; it warms my heart to had seen you there. Billy would be amazed, I can see his goofy smile.
So thank you all again for truly being there during the struggle as well as raising a glass in memory. You'd never know looking at him walking down the street that he was the richest man around. Rich with humor, good nature and deep and forever friendships.
Good-bye Blitzo, you are and will be missed. It has been my honor to call you my friend.
~Susan
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dirt claud
Social climber
san diego,ca
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Nov 12, 2013 - 09:43am PT
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Was great to meet some of the ST crew. Thanks Todd, Susan, and Russ. had a great time. Weather could not have been better.
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justthemaid
climber
Jim Henson's Basement
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Nov 12, 2013 - 10:20am PT
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Nice post Susan. Thanks to you and Russ and the Gordon family for making this weekend happen. The weather was sublime and I can't imagine a better send off for Blitzo.
I had so many amazing conversations with so many amazing people it made my head spin. A weekend for the history books. Great to see everyone.
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10b4me
Ice climber
Bishop/Flagstaff
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Nov 12, 2013 - 10:34am PT
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10b4me
Ice climber
Bishop/Flagstaff
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Nov 12, 2013 - 10:37am PT
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 12, 2013 - 11:16am PT
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Never know what you might find in the kitchen.....
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 12, 2013 - 11:17am PT
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The amazing Lynne Leichtfuss........
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guyman
Social climber
Moorpark, CA.
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Nov 12, 2013 - 11:25am PT
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susan and Russ.... thank you for all that you did to help out Billy.....
I really can't dig up the correct words right now to fully explain what I feel.
You made a good end for Billy.
Thank you Todd... for everything.
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klk
Trad climber
cali
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Nov 12, 2013 - 11:28am PT
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sorry i didn't get down, but i couldn't take the whole three days off of work.
looks like a great send-off.
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Nov 12, 2013 - 11:51am PT
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MisterE, thanks for posting that pic of Billy as a young 'un.
So perfect!
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dee ee
Mountain climber
citizen of planet Earth
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Nov 12, 2013 - 12:16pm PT
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Thanks to everyone for making Bill's memorial a wonderful event.
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10b4me
Ice climber
Bishop/Flagstaff
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Nov 12, 2013 - 02:43pm PT
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10b4me
Ice climber
Bishop/Flagstaff
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Nov 12, 2013 - 02:53pm PT
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 12, 2013 - 03:21pm PT
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10b4me, Thanks for the pic of the band. Can't see Al in the back. He played a wicked drum/percussion that night. What a lot of great energy provided by the Cactus Pricks and dancers! Cheers,
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Leggs
Sport climber
Tucson, AZ
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Nov 12, 2013 - 03:34pm PT
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A drive by post while at work...
I'm surprised I didn't see more of you guys out there - Leggs gave me the peace sign as she drove by with Drljefe near Jumbo Rocks, but I didn't recognize anyone else.
I was playing the uke - you guys should have stopped and verified that I wasn't parttimecommunist in person.
How on earth did you know that was me giving you the peace sign?! I ask because I had NO idea it was you, I was just giving out peace signs to fellow climbers!
Jefe told me it was you, but we had climbin' plans to get to.
Were you at the party? My memory is a little fuzzy from all the damned O'Douls I drank.
Todd, Andrea, Russ and Susan, et al, ... what a wonderful celebration of Life. Smiles in the heart.
~peace
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Fletcher
Gym climber
The great state of advaita
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Nov 12, 2013 - 05:32pm PT
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Wow, a very rich man indeed, that Blitzo! Sorry to have missed the big to do, but I was previously committed to stomping around desert and rocks last weekend—doing stuff that was in the spirit of and dedicated to Blitzo: climbing, pictures, socializing, and beer!
That slide show celebration was superb. Thanks for putting it together, Russ. A very well spent and touching chunk of my morning yesterday.
If there are any of his ashes left, I'd be more than tickled and pleased to take them with me to Hong Kong and Bali next summer... a way to mark Blitzo's "trip" to Hong Kong and Nepal perhaps... that was one of my all time favorites. Bali would probably be my choice... not sure he ever went there, but it's definitely a place in which he would have reveled! Lemme know!
Cheers and good travels Blitzo!
Eric
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Mike Friedrichs
Sport climber
City of Salt
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Nov 12, 2013 - 07:00pm PT
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It was a very nice weekend and a wonderful celebration of Blitzo's life. So many people I had hoped to meet but somehow didn't. Thanks to Russ, Susan, Todd any everyone else who planned and coordinated this event.
I was so impressed with Todd's compassion, passion and his generosity to share his home and his family for the gathering. Although I didn't manage to meet him either, I have mad respect. Thanks again.
mike
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Mtnmun
Trad climber
Top of the Mountain Mun
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Nov 12, 2013 - 07:45pm PT
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Blitzo was dancing in the sky and sharing the love with all of us. This climbing community is the best. A huge thanks to the Gordon's, Russ and Susan, and all who made this an event to remember.
I'm crackin up here at all the funny moments, great conversation and beautiful people, all of you!
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drljefe
climber
El Presidio San Augustin del Tucson
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Nov 12, 2013 - 07:49pm PT
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Many good people and good vibes.
Thank you.
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Leggs
Sport climber
Tucson, AZ
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Nov 12, 2013 - 08:13pm PT
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Many good people and good vibes.
The BEST vibes at that party ... and too many funny stories to share at this moment.
Everything felt like a huge hug.
10b ... thanks for sharing your vids!
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MisterE
climber
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Nov 12, 2013 - 08:39pm PT
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Bump.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 12, 2013 - 09:19pm PT
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It was awesome to meet jefe, phil bircheff, more of Sonja, Karen, more of the Roots, dirt claude who has been given the Chef Cape for ST events and cheers to him for his handmade tacos.
Also, Jude the artist and Ana, Ari and Dr. Bill when they arrived. Todd Battey shredded on the dance floor (watch out for his wing span, he could take yo out. :) ) Also Seth, and Leggs and Chelsey.
Fish got my name back...that was huge. Susan, a beautiful spirit as always inside and out.
SO cool to see Andrea Gordon also rockin' on the dance floor and enjoying the event. More than great to see Randy V. and his beautiful family. Friends from the past, Dee ee, Dr. F. and Cheers to Mari and Mike.
Rlf and Tucker yo Dudes the ones I will always love for giving me support during hard times. Beth and Steve my "kindred spirits." (See Anne of Green Gables, a book.)
ALWAYS enjoy the tail gate with Gomez and Jim B. Their mellow vibe and stories make every bouncing off the wall time spent with them great. :) Still getting schooled......
Locker, seems like we are on the same page. Dude, call me about your own health status. Dang, I have learned so much from yo all, grown cause of yo and am finding my place on the planet.
Mr. Gordon thanks for the shindig and every kind word and hug you give to the family. Smiles of your magnitude make a difference.
And as for all you no shows from the list.....you missed. For those I missed naming here, you are in my heart and prayers. Love to the Family and Blitzo, Billy, our Friend.
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MisterE
climber
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Nov 12, 2013 - 09:42pm PT
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I must say:
This was one of the most peaceful, blessed and loving gathering of the tribe I have ever been to in my 23 years of various events.
Thank you all - everyone there - for your generosity of spirit and joyous celebration for a truly great spirit passing on.
I t was a gift to be there with you all. I have never felt such camaraderie in my many gatherings.
The love and care taken by the high desert climbing community and others towards Bill was exemplary, and so many people put so much into this whole process in the last year.
It leaves one baffled why we even argue with each other.
Thanks for that poignant reminder.
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Nov 12, 2013 - 11:21pm PT
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Lynnie the tailgate is always down for you, we always have the best of times and was glad to see you "in control" at this event! Man I had a HUGE headache Sunday morning!!! Me and Bridwell, mellow vibe? Him stoned, me drunk! It was a blast again we are so blessed to have these friends at our backs. Thanks everyone who was there, proud to have you all as my friends!
Peace
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MisterE
climber
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Nov 13, 2013 - 12:00am PT
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 13, 2013 - 01:25am PT
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Ryuichi Yamamoto....master climber, master landscape artist, and master chief........and all around great guy......
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 13, 2013 - 01:27am PT
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Leggs
Sport climber
Tucson, AZ
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Nov 13, 2013 - 08:46am PT
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^^^ I love this photo.
And Mr. Ryuichi Yamamoto wins the Best Smile award, hands down.
Ed Hartouni ... thank you for welcoming me like a long lost friend. You give the best hugs!
Anastastia... We need to figure out our prior connection, because there is def something there. PS: I wanted to kiss your son's cheeks off. He melted my mommy heart.
Locker, you look so happy and peaceful with your beautiful daughter in your arms. Brought a tear to my eye.
Mister E and Skip... it was great climbing with you two. Thanks again for the encouragement as I got spanked by that route. That was one of my favorite days.
Jefe, thanks for leading me on my first trad climb. I did it!!
Lynne ... you sweet sweet heart. You were beaming at the party, and it was beautiful.
Todd Gordon... sweet dance moves.
;)
~peace
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10b4me
Ice climber
Bishop/Flagstaff
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Nov 13, 2013 - 10:24am PT
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Jefe, thanks for leading me on my first trad climb.
Congratulations.
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Roots
Mountain climber
Tustin OC
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Nov 13, 2013 - 11:51am PT
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Great times everyone! Such a pleasure to be there and to help send off The Mack...
Here's some pics from the evening:
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10b4me
Ice climber
Bishop/Flagstaff
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Nov 13, 2013 - 12:07pm PT
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It was good seeing you, Roots.
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dirt claud
Social climber
san diego,ca
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Nov 13, 2013 - 12:35pm PT
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Boy, your buddy really liked those tacos Roots. I was telling him he may need a snow cone to rub his bum in the morning after all that guacamole sauce. Don't think I got to really meet you though. Did meet some other great people though. Mister E, Lynne, BluBlocr, Susan, 10b, Dee, PhilB. Many I did not get a chance to talk to, but at least said hi and was cool to be around so many climbing legends. Once again thanks for a great Memorial to everyone involved in the planning and execution, just got the Devils Tower pic in the mail yesterday, looking forward to making a cool frame for it. Mr Yamamoto was all smiles all night, very down to earth fellow indeed. Thanks for the props Lynne. Glad there were some mouths to feed later in the evening, guess that green salsa was a hit. :)
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Roots
Mountain climber
Tustin OC
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Nov 13, 2013 - 12:44pm PT
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your buddy really liked those tacos Roots. I was telling him he may need a snow cone to rub his bum in the morning after all that
LOL! Yeah when he came over telling me about the hot sauce, I turned into a dad and cut him off. Told him he was going to be sorry later....and of course I was right.
In the morning while I was listening to complete silence (no birds singing), is when I heard the "her-her-hut-hut-yak" quite a few times. It made me smirk.
10b4me - Good to meet you too!
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CrazytownIndianCoveAKATheAGENT
Social climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Nov 13, 2013 - 09:11pm PT
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I gotta say, that was amazing. Susan and Russ, Blitzo's sister and Todd & wife ..epic work you guys!! I know I can speak for everyone when I say how thankful I am you put all that together. It's a lot of work and what an amazing turn out for our friend.
It was great to see so many of Blitzo's friends from all the ages of his life. I was able to meet so many of you I had spoken to outside of the taco and so many who donated to help Blitzo. Thank you for the support. It meant the world to him and to everyone who loved him.
As a military wife, I've been to too many funerals and memorials. But I have to say, I've never felt so much love and celebration and comraderie as I did at Blitzo's memorial.
You're an amazing group and I am humbled to have experienced this, sad and hard as it was. I feel thankful. I feel peace. I've learned a lot. And I am grateful to you all.
I promised Bill I'd take a bit of him to Alaska. We had talked about going there if he got better. He always wanted to see it. Mike and I will find a nice peak with a wildflower on top just for him.
Thank you folks. It's been an amazing journey.
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MisterE
climber
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Nov 13, 2013 - 09:18pm PT
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It was great to meet Roots and The Agent, and really wanted to meet Adam and others. Just not enough time in the evening, dammit.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 13, 2013 - 09:40pm PT
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To The Agent,
Yep, Life is an Amazing Journey.
Looking up at a 4 foot wooden, carved gecko Dan and I discovered in Hawaii. Glad we took the time to live it.....Life, the Amazing Journey.
Live, Love, Explore,
Lynne
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TGT
Social climber
So Cal
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Nov 13, 2013 - 09:45pm PT
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Glad to see Ryuichi could make it.
Bet you couldn't keep him away from the food prep!
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LuckyPink
climber
the last bivy
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Nov 13, 2013 - 10:05pm PT
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I'm still thinking about this great celebration of a man's life as Jaybro says. The link to the slide show is wonderful. Bringing home all that was shared in love and loss and true beauty in our world.
It was so full, so many friends I couldn't connect with everyone individually! Now that's a good Irish style wake, in my thinking. I really wanted to see Sonya but didn't even see her there at all. But I DID see about a dozen jewelry pieces of hers around the various necks! That was cool.
Thank you everyone. godspeed the Blitz
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 13, 2013 - 11:14pm PT
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 13, 2013 - 11:15pm PT
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 13, 2013 - 11:18pm PT
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MisterE
climber
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Nov 13, 2013 - 11:20pm PT
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Tan Slacks
climber
Joshua Tree
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Nov 13, 2013 - 11:34pm PT
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 14, 2013 - 09:14am PT
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Scott Cole.....
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 14, 2013 - 11:19am PT
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John (Crowley Lake)..
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dee ee
Mountain climber
citizen of planet Earth
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Nov 14, 2013 - 01:13pm PT
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The kids had a good time as well.
Lake, don't push Beck into the yucca!
Lake lost a tooth. Did anyone find it?
Aiden, Jake and Hannah got to the party late but still had fun.
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goatboy smellz
climber
लघिमा
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Nov 14, 2013 - 04:30pm PT
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Nice photo Locker!
Blute abides...
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Hardman Knott
Gym climber
Muir Woods National Monument, Mill Valley, Ca
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Nov 14, 2013 - 04:39pm PT
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Awesome, Locker!
Thanks for sharing.
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Nov 14, 2013 - 04:54pm PT
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One of the BEST photos I've ever seen of you Locker. Said with all the truth I've ever had....I think you get me. I still ball my head off occasionally when Bachar visits me....memories are those spirits visiting, you NEVER get over the passing of a close one, but you learn to deal with it. Just let the grieving happen, it's a GUD process Brother!
Peace to you and Billy
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Leggs
Sport climber
Tucson, AZ
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Nov 14, 2013 - 04:55pm PT
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Beautiful, Locker... just beautiful.
~peace to you, always
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Brokedownclimber
Trad climber
Douglas, WY
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Nov 14, 2013 - 05:14pm PT
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Locker...
Peace, Bro!
Rodger
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Nov 14, 2013 - 05:39pm PT
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hey there say, locker...
:((
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Nov 14, 2013 - 06:10pm PT
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Great photo. Let if flow Locker.
Peace to you.
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SCseagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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Nov 14, 2013 - 06:15pm PT
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A loss for words here. Others^^^^^have said it . So much humanity.
Susan
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Brian in SLC
Social climber
Salt Lake City, UT
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Nov 14, 2013 - 07:18pm PT
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Whew...great pic...
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nita
Social climber
chica de chico, I don't claim to be a daisy.
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Nov 14, 2013 - 08:01pm PT
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Locker, Beautiful.. heartfelt post...
Saludos..best wishes..
nita..
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drljefe
climber
El Presidio San Augustin del Tucson
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Nov 14, 2013 - 09:49pm PT
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Wow. Special photo there locker.
Still pretty blown away by the love, warmth, fun, kindness, generosity, and memories.
To the organizers, old friends, new friends, and those I didn't meet...
Thank you.
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LuckyPink
climber
the last bivy
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Nov 15, 2013 - 12:51am PT
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Big Hug Locker
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BLUEBLOCR
Social climber
joshua tree
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Nov 15, 2013 - 12:54am PT
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WOW! Is about all i can say to.
Other than; What an absolute incrediable event!!!! Thanks to ALL!
Locker thank You, it was very enlightening for me to hang out with you before the memorial!
I only wish I coulda been right there with you throughout the whole thing. Actually, if I'm wish'in.
I'd wish I could re-live that day over and over again, and experience the whole day with each and every participant..... I think that's what heaven is like.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 15, 2013 - 01:36am PT
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BLUEBLOCR, yeah, right on, Dude.
Dee ee, LOVE the kid pics. They will be us....God bless them one and all.
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Sioux Juan
Big Wall climber
Costa mesa
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Nov 15, 2013 - 09:55am PT
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Locker your one of the best!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,Powers Boothe
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 15, 2013 - 10:55pm PT
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Rob Stahl......Stahl Bro......the awesome Stahl Bros........
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 15, 2013 - 10:58pm PT
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Food...(Get AHEAD of Bridwell..not behind....)..
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 16, 2013 - 12:35am PT
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If I get it right (getting to know so many people in a short time leaves me a little "challenged") Stahlbro and Todd are So Cal people, right? And if I am right .......Right On.
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Dr.Sprock
Boulder climber
I'm James Brown, Bi-atch!
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Nov 16, 2013 - 01:27am PT
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wearing 4 layers right now, and i see people in T shirts in November,
your killin me, gotta travel south, is Astro Burger hiring?
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 16, 2013 - 01:39am PT
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Well today I had to put on a long sleeved t-shirt, Dr. Sprock. It chilled down big time from yesterday when it was swim suit weather.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 16, 2013 - 03:24am PT
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 16, 2013 - 03:25am PT
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 16, 2013 - 03:26am PT
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 16, 2013 - 09:58am PT
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Nov 16, 2013 - 01:04pm PT
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You are right...on....Lynne ;-)
Great to see you!
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Nov 16, 2013 - 01:16pm PT
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That lens flair is his spirit sharing the moment with ya Locker.
I believe that Blitzo the photographer did this by design.
Peace,
Tad
What Tad said. The noob was there.
God Bless ya, Blitzo!
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Nov 16, 2013 - 08:05pm PT
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You're the man, Russ. Thanks!
I know how close he must to have been to you. Cheers, brah!
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MisterE
climber
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Nov 16, 2013 - 09:32pm PT
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Great slideshow Russ - nice to see it without the distractions.
So many sides of Bill never seen to me I want to know about now.
Thanks for putting that together.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 16, 2013 - 09:34pm PT
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Russ, my computer is not that great but I was patient and followed your instructions and let it load a while before trying to view. It worked perfectly. It is so well put together with the music and different times of Billy's life I suggest people opt for the full package. It was awesome.
Thanks again for the help with the avatar. More than thanks really....lynne
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Nov 17, 2013 - 08:26pm PT
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Back on the grid, Can't wait to look!
I left a little Blute on top of Balch Camp Flake yesterday!
You too Rodger!
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Brokedownclimber
Trad climber
Douglas, WY
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Nov 17, 2013 - 08:42pm PT
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Jaybro-
Glad we finally met!
Rodger
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 17, 2013 - 10:56pm PT
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Kelly Corbin, Dennis McDade, Andy Gorrill.....jazz..
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Mtnmun
Trad climber
Top of the Mountain Mun
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Nov 17, 2013 - 11:24pm PT
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Those Jazz guys lit it up!
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 17, 2013 - 11:29pm PT
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Did they play after the Cactus Pricks? I missed them somehow. Darn.....After "Da Band" played and having spent the days with so many wonderful people sensory overload kicked in and I abandoned ship @ 11pm. (no longer the fake LL LL) Real Lynne :)
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 17, 2013 - 11:43pm PT
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Pillow party
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 18, 2013 - 10:06am PT
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Dave Katz and Bob Gaines......
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Nov 18, 2013 - 03:22pm PT
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A few more;
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 18, 2013 - 09:34pm PT
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Tony Sartin
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incopnsolable
Mountain climber
CA
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Nov 18, 2013 - 11:07pm PT
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Just a lurker here, a scrambler & hiker who happened to be leaving Joshua Tree just as y'all poured in. I saw a jeep coming off a dirt track late Thursday & just knew it was someone there for the memorial. "Blitzo people," I told my partner, "good people." And so you are.
Rob was doing all the driving back to Santa Cruz, so I was able to lift a glass in unison with many of you to honor your friend.
May you all prosper; and when the time comes, may you all be remembered with such warmth.
And yes, may the libations continue to pour.
alias is a typo for inconsolable which is an alias for cloudripper, already taken (whoever you are, how dare ye!)
LA
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 18, 2013 - 11:12pm PT
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Nice, incopnsolable. Glad to lift a glass to you also for your beautiful words. Cheers, lynne
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MisterE
climber
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Nov 19, 2013 - 12:30am PT
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OK, Bill has been in my chalkbag for a week, and crazy things are happening.
Maybe I am over-chalking and snorting too much Bloot-Dust®, but things are different this week.
An example from the day:
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Nov 19, 2013 - 12:45am PT
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That cat looks like the Blute!
Edit; good to see you there, shipoopwa!
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shipoopoi
Big Wall climber
oakland
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Nov 19, 2013 - 01:57am PT
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that was one great memorial. so glad i could make it. it seemed like blitzo had touched everybody there in some funny personal way. still holding his ashes for a tuolumne pour.
great catching up with friends, and making more friends, especially you locker, i have not laughed that hard in a long time. i will always remember your line to that lady. "well, i would give you a ride home, expect that i am drunk, and i don't even have a car." fuking all time hysterical.
feeling it, ss
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 19, 2013 - 08:42pm PT
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Not willing to let Billy drift to page 3 yet. Just got a gig in the wild snow peaked mountains of CO. Billy, would you like your ashes scattered there on a fair and beautiful day? Jess askin' .....like back in the day when we had fun on ST. Cheers Dude, lynnie
Edit: I remember you asked that we avoid Yosemite Valley with your ashes....
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Russ Walling
Social climber
from Poofters Froth, Wyoming
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Nov 19, 2013 - 09:04pm PT
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^^^^
The Valley made for some pretty big legal problems for the Bloot.
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Russ Walling
Social climber
from Poofters Froth, Wyoming
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Nov 19, 2013 - 09:27pm PT
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Yeah, a regular sh#t show complete with inept and pricey attorneys, federal prosecutors who were "allegedly" bedding the accuser, outright perjurers and a whole throng of uncorrupted legal system people who kept asking just why the Bloot was even in the system at all. He did his time, but was, and got, totally f*#ked over by the rigged system that is Yosemite justice.
Someday I'll tell ya all about it.
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 19, 2013 - 09:35pm PT
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Nov 19, 2013 - 09:46pm PT
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incopnsolable
Mountain climber
CA
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Nov 20, 2013 - 08:14pm PT
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From an outsider who has been blitzed by the sweet, wild love that he evoked:
scatter Blitzo far & wide. We need what he brought. We need it everywhere.
Gusto to y'all,
LA
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Nov 20, 2013 - 11:33pm PT
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Blitzo goes to Balch Camp
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Nov 23, 2013 - 11:48pm PT
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Did a Bay Area tour with The Blute today.
Checked out the new bore of the Caldecott tunnel
The new span of the Bay Bridge
Blitzo in the City
Blitzo goes to the climbing gym.
Then a quiet moment sprinkling him into the bay at Crissy field
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pyro
Big Wall climber
Calabasas
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Nov 27, 2013 - 11:18pm PT
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guyman introduced us to blitzo this afternoon at stoney point.
I never new who he was howeve one day while surfing w/banny he had mentioned good thing's about an ole' room mate.
moment of silence
R.i.p Blitzo
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 30, 2013 - 09:24pm PT
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Can't wait to get to CO. Billy will become a part of the creation and the people. Peace Billy.....Cheers, and of course joy and peace. lynnie
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Nov 30, 2013 - 09:28pm PT
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He went to Indian creek this week!
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MisterE
climber
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Nov 30, 2013 - 10:36pm PT
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So far Blitzo has been to Joshua Tree, Malibu Creek State Park, Saddle Peak and The Tunnel Crags. We're going to Stoney tomorrow AM.
I have a separate chalk-bag for Yosemite, per his request.
Miss ya, Buddy - see ya next dip around the dust.
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CrazytownIndianCoveAKATheAGENT
Social climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Blitzo's Memorial Entry was all set up today for the Art Faire. His memorial poster will also be for sale. If anyone is interested in the poster, you can find it HERE.
It will be pretty cool to see his photograph on display. They also did a really nice article on Blitzo in the faire program. The JT National Park is doing a feature on him on their facebook page from what I understand as well, but I don't have the link for that yet.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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I was intent on taking Billy to CO, but a super special opportunity presented itself this weekend. A friend invited me to explore thousands of privately held acres in a very special place here in So Cal. All the things I think Billy would have loved....private, unspoiled, unique, home of ancient Indians and all kinds of wild life. (I saw a small grey bobcat today.)
Peace to you, Billy, along with your family and incredible friends that still inhabit this planet and miss you very much. Lynne
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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A beautiful, but gentle sunset tonight....kinda like you, Sir. Smiles, lynne
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Really nice Lynne!
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Thanks, Jaybro.
I love the taco stand and it's people. To me, Billy was the kind of person my best friend would have loved to hang with.
Miss you Jaybro, Dude.....Come visit in CO.
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scuffy b
climber
heading slowly NNW
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I recently spent a couple of days in the Alabama Hills.
Blitzo and Locker were in my mind the whole while.
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Anastasia
climber
Home
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The question is... Can I release some ashes at the beach? Oh, and should I do something unusual. I know he was a big people watcher and a kid at heart. May I leave a little of him at Disney Land?
Watchya think?
If not... I am also heading to Montana soon. I was going to a few ice climbing spots... A bit if not all will be released there.
P.S.
Oh yeah, I was also thinking the Gay Pride Parade in San Francisco since he LOVED his experiences during that. Like I said, he was a great people watcher. I was thinking of taking him to one of those and let one of my friend's who is participating march him around.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Ana, you always have the very best creative ideas. I'd say go with you heart and Billy will love it. Peace and Love to you and your family. lynne
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dee ee
Mountain climber
citizen of planet Earth
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Anastasia, go for it.
I took Bill to my favorite birding spot in our local mountains. This photo was taken at Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary. It's a very special place.
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Feb 13, 2014 - 12:47am PT
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A mild desert winter has spring coming early to Joshua Tree. The desert is a carpet of green with budding flowers everywhere. Blitzo, who is often with me in spirt is on my mind even more with the beauty that is starting to emerge.
Today, near Hidden Valley I left a little bit of our friend at a sprouting Freckled Milvetch. A little Walter fertilizer and breaking the law in the process!
Spring flowers will not be the same without you my friend but I will try and bring you along for the viewing just the same.
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Fletcher
Gym climber
A very quiet place
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Feb 13, 2014 - 02:19am PT
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Love what's going on with Blitzo on this page via Lynne, Anastasia and Susan. Perfect!
Eric
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TYeary
Social climber
State of decay
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Feb 13, 2014 - 11:45am PT
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Billy will be climbing in Peru with me this summer, if all goes well.
Hopefully on this beauty. Biltzo will dig it!
TY
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Feb 14, 2014 - 08:43am PT
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Billy has been many places with me , I'll figure out how to post the Billy and the drone video...
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Johannsolo
climber
Soul Cal
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Apr 10, 2014 - 04:47pm PT
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Blitzo in Day Canyon, UT. One of the most beautiful places in the desert.
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SofCookay
climber
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And the United Kingdom in August...
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guyman
Social climber
Moorpark, CA.
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Blitzo went to the Church Domes last Memorial Day.
Had a fine time
Hung out on the stone while the boys climbed some.
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Brokedownclimber
Trad climber
Douglas, WY
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Blitzo will be going to the Dolomites this August and September!
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 11, 2014 - 07:18pm PT
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Good Day, hard physical work, sitting down and watching the lavender and grey's of all hues sunset.
Blitzo slipped into the moment, sat down with me at the little table in front of my tiny casita and with his Blitzo copyrighted smile said, " Hey, let's have a beer." I only had an icy Pacifico with lime, but he said
it was OK.
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Nov 11, 2014 - 08:23pm PT
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Nice Lynnie!
When you want to come see us and have dinner, drinks or lunch drinks or drinks??
Peace
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Nov 11, 2014 - 10:29pm PT
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Ron, Blitzo would be proud. I ordered you and Kelly a copy of the "Sacred Sage, How it Heals." When it arrives we will make the trek to the mountain and collect the gift and make it into gifts for our friends.
Peace to all our friends tonight that we talked about and wish them health and healing.
Cheers, lynnie
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