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Afternoon Fewbie Desert Drive (Camp Overnight) - Ghafteen Bowl, Nahel - Abu Dhabi - 16 Nov 2024

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DRIVE PLAN

First time when I descended into the Ghafteen Bowl a couple of years ago the first thought I had was it is a great spot for camping. Flat on the ground, covered by an amphitheater like bowl, where the sun will rise a bit late. So, let's start the camping season with our first drive & camp this Saturday afternoon. Though it is a FB drive, it will be an easy drive throughout. You are obviously welcome to bring your family including kids and their toys.

  1. We will reach into the bowl around 6 p.m. just about the sunset time, so that we will have some light for us to set up the tents.
  2. Bring your own food and drinks, but we will sit all together either at the screen or at the bonfire in one / two big circles. 
  3. We will have a movie night; I would ask for suggestions from all the participants (PG 13 at max).
  4. We will have a bon fire depending on the temperature because the winter is still not cold enough for but will try.  
  5. The Music / Movie etc. though Speakes will be cut off at 12:00 am midnight but participants are welcome to have lively discussions into the night. However please keep it civil and be considerate to the children who should be sleeping.
  6. We will move out of the area at about 7:00 - 7:30 am Sunday morning. and end the drive at Sweihan at about 9:30-10:00 a.m. 

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MOST IMPORTANT:

  • NOTHING SHOULD BE LEFT BEHIND IN THE BOWL
  • PICK UP EVERYTHING YOU BRING WITH YOU
  • MAKE SURE THAT EVERYTHING IN YOUR CAR IS PROPERLY SECURED

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GENERAL OVERVIEW

We request every member that joins this drive to go through the information below and strictly follow these guidelines, etiquette and responsibilities.

MUST READ AND COMPLY

DRIVE DETAILS

  • Level:  Fewbie and above 
  • When: 16 Nov 2024, Saturday
  • Meeting time:  4:30 PM
  • Meeting Point: https://goo.gl/maps/FVLixGinNMWgbiKy5
  • Approximate finish time: Sunday 10 AM; 17 Nov 2024 
  • Type of Car: Any proper 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 8-10 inches of ground clearance.
  • What to bring along: Loads of water, snacks (for yourself), camping tent, chairs, smiles, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn.

RECOMENDED OFF-ROAD GEAR:

  • Tire deflator & Tire pressure gauge
  • Compressor (MANDATORY)
  • Walkie-talkie radio (MANDATORY)
  • Off-road flag (MANDATORY)
  • Shovel, Tow Rope & 2 Shackles
  • First-aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher.

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE

  • This drive is limited to 10 cars only. RSVP will close on Friday - 6 PM.
  • If the RSVP is full, you can add your name to the waitlist, once anyone drops, you will be moved to the RSVP list.
  • RSVP will close a day prior to preparing a convoy list.
  • Latecomers will be returned - Without any exceptions.
  • Members without RSVP will be returned - Without any exceptions.
  • Please withdraw your RSVP, if you aren't joining, so your spot can be taken by others.
  • Repeated no-show members after RSVP will have their account suspended for a month.

PLEASE RSVP ON THE CALENDAR

 

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don't drive like its your last one.

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@Looper lot of equipments to be carried for overnight camping. Will it be gentle?? I am worried about the cargo. It's an amazing plan and don't want to miss it..and plan to bring along 5 people because my son needs his friend and family along with him..

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47 minutes ago, Abhilash Kottakkal said:

@Looper lot of equipments to be carried for overnight camping. Will it be gentle?? I am worried about the cargo. It's an amazing plan and don't want to miss it..and plan to bring along 5 people because my son needs his friend and family along with him..

It will almost be like a newbie drive. Obviously because we are going a fair bit into the dives we must secure everything properly. 

don't drive like its your last one.

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I am going to change the time to 4:30 p.m. instead of 3:30 pm please take a note.

@Jon L & @Abhilash Kottakkal

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On 11/11/2024 at 10:42 AM, Looper said:

DRIVE PLAN

First time when I descended into the Ghafteen Bowl a couple of years ago the first thought I had was it is a great spot for camping. Flat on the ground, covered by an amphitheater like bowl, where the sun will rise a bit late. So, let's start the camping season with our first drive & camp this Saturday afternoon. Though it is a FB drive, it will be an easy drive throughout. You are obviously welcome to bring your family including kids and their toys.

  1. We will reach into the bowl around 6 p.m. just about the sunset time, so that we will have some light for us to set up the tents.
  2. Bring your own food and drinks, but we will sit all together either at the screen or at the bonfire in one / two big circles. 
  3. We will have a movie night; I would ask for suggestions from all the participants (PG 13 at max).
  4. We will have a bon fire depending on the temperature because the winter is still not cold enough for but will try.  
  5. The Music / Movie etc. though Speakes will be cut off at 12:00 am midnight but participants are welcome to have lively discussions into the night. However please keep it civil and be considerate to the children who should be sleeping.
  6. We will move out of the area at about 7:00 - 7:30 am Sunday morning. and end the drive at Sweihan at about 9:30-10:00 a.m. 

NahleSweihan.jpg.657d227ae9765eb667ff7779859c864e.jpg

MOST IMPORTANT:

  • NOTHING SHOULD BE LEFT BEHIND IN THE BOWL
  • PICK UP EVERYTHING YOU BRING WITH YOU
  • MAKE SURE THAT EVERYTHING IN YOUR CAR IS PROPERLY SECURED

-----------

GENERAL OVERVIEW

We request every member that joins this drive to go through the information below and strictly follow these guidelines, etiquette and responsibilities.

MUST READ AND COMPLY

DRIVE DETAILS

  • Level:  Fewbie and above 
  • When: 16 Nov 2024, Saturday
  • Meeting time:  4:30 PM
  • Meeting Point: https://goo.gl/maps/FVLixGinNMWgbiKy5
  • Approximate finish time: Sunday 10 AM; 17 Nov 2024 
  • Type of Car: Any proper 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 8-10 inches of ground clearance.
  • What to bring along: Loads of water, snacks (for yourself), camping tent, chairs, smiles, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn.

RECOMENDED OFF-ROAD GEAR:

  • Tire deflator & Tire pressure gauge
  • Compressor (MANDATORY)
  • Walkie-talkie radio (MANDATORY)
  • Off-road flag (MANDATORY)
  • Shovel, Tow Rope & 2 Shackles
  • First-aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher.

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE

  • This drive is limited to 10 cars only. RSVP will close on Friday - 6 PM.
  • If the RSVP is full, you can add your name to the waitlist, once anyone drops, you will be moved to the RSVP list.
  • RSVP will close a day prior to preparing a convoy list.
  • Latecomers will be returned - Without any exceptions.
  • Members without RSVP will be returned - Without any exceptions.
  • Please withdraw your RSVP, if you aren't joining, so your spot can be taken by others.
  • Repeated no-show members after RSVP will have their account suspended for a month.

PLEASE RSVP ON THE CALENDAR

 

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