Memorial Day Weekend Menu

With spring coming on, the first major camping rendezvous will occur on Memorial Day Weekend which is the weekend of Saturday, May 29 ~ Monday, May 31st. We have plenty of time to get things set up the latter part of April and early May.

However, each year we seem to always go through the problems of planning menu's. I have made some initial selections. I thought perhaps you could review them by clicking on the name as a link.

Also, since everyone has access to post on this site, if not contact the Web Master, just be careful because at times she takes on the personality of a female wolf, I forgot what they are called. If you have a choice and would like to add it to the list, please feel free to tack it on. I am sure if we all work on the list together, we can eliminate the problem of "what are going to have for dinner tonight"! Keep in mind, your choices should be K.I.S.S. so no one person is working over a "hot fire pit" all day.

Claire Allen

John's Special

Mother's Choice

Little Poopah's Favorite

Although no major construction should be necessary,

we should not forget the logistics of effectively
accomplishing a task to the best of our abilities.


I'm thinking of packing for memorial Day.

HITW Snowfall Record

Winter At the Hole In The Wall

(NOTE: To Really Appreciate, Click On Pictures To Enlarge)

In the year 2010, we have seen the heaviest snowfall ever experienced at the Hole In the Wall. The recent low that passed through the area dropped an additional 16 inches of fresh powder.

Entering the HITWRA, the intersection of Messican Lane and Bronco Lane does not exist. Messican Lane is officially "closed until spring". The entire length is now utilized as a "snow reserve area" at a depth of six feet high.

I apologize to the Wolf Clan, the only snow stockpiled within the bowl area is in your front yard. Due to the structures and area to maneuver the plow, there is no where to go with the excess snow since the area is to large to "back blade". You still have good access to the cabin. "Dutch" found that the Bear Creek Tail berm was a great place to observe the operations.

Today, having plenty of time to observe the pattern of snow, I still have not been able to determine how the wind circulates in the area. Bronco Lane catches the majority of the blowing snow as can be seen in the height comparison to "Dutch". Breaking trail to start pushing was the length of plow truck and push to Messican Lane. Two hours later, access was achieved into the Bowl Area.

Inside the Bowl Area, the wind is even more confusing. Although all of the cabins have a good snow load, the least amount is on the Moose Wallow, followed by the Buffalo Wallow, the Wolf Den with the heaviest amount on the Bear Den. Although, the snow load on the roof is much less than at ground level due to the wind. In this case, Wind is Good!

"Bear Den" and Gazebo

"Wolf Den"

"Buffalo Wallow"

"Moose Wallow"

Gazebo Snow Load Facing The Bear Den

The original "Bear Den" is withstanding the pressure of the heavy snow load.
I just wonder, who is going to build the "first fire", the firewood is under the snow on the right if you are looking for it.

After spending a lot of hours at the HITW today, it still amazes me how quiet and peaceful the area is after a fresh snow fall. I did notice some fresh "Claire Allen" tracks in the kitchen area, looking for a morsel of food to make it through the winter.

Today, I also had the time, while waiting for the plow truck to "cool down" to reflect back on the individual that had the concept of installing a drain system and "run off" storage area. Such insight, I assume they are a firm believer in the 8 P's. When "break-up" occurs, the new drain system is going to be tested to the maximum potential.

What happens to the melting snow stowed on Messican Lane is another issue. I have kept the parking lot on Private Drive plowed out all winter. Lower "Kroc Pond" is dammed up with snow berms on the south and north sides. It will be interesting. If you hear that the Old Sterling Highway is closed due to flooding, I know nothing!

Blizzard Hits HITW

The great blizzard of 2010 hit the Hole In The Wall during the past 24 hours. Heavy winds and snow commenced about 1.5 hours after I had finish grooming the area. This picture was taken at 12:00 pm today, March 8th. Through the snow, you can make out the Gazebo with the Wolf Den and Bear Den in the background.

Historical Hole In The Wall

The Hole In The Wall Recreational Area is more than just a "family compound" to escape the stress of daily life. It is a place to relax, enjoy the outdoors, and sit around the fire and spend family time.

However, it is also a place of history. The name is derived from the days of the early west, most notably Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, self proclaimed leaders of the "Hole In The Wall Gang". This tidbit of history was borrowed, as the recreational area is also hidden from sight, much the same as the original "Hole In the Wall".

With the settlement of the area and the first construction, a second part of the western United States history transpired. Little time passes in the Hole In The Wall that reference is not made to the great cattle drive from Texas to Montana. Captain Woodrow Call and Captain Gus McCrae, former Texas Rangers are often quoted from their journals of the 2,500 mile cattle drive. This saga has become such a historical significance to the recreational areas that even the "bad guys" such as "Blue Duck" is often referred to.

However, before the arrival of Butch Cassidy, Sundance Kid, Captain Call , and Captain McCrae an additional historical event occurred to open the west to migration. This event included to Harrington's; Henry Harrington and H.M. Harrington. Perhaps, this significant event should also become a part of the history of the Hole In the Wall. To learn more about this history, all you have to do is click on the link.

Harrington Western History