Lake Powell is more than just water; it’s a massive logistical challenge involving fuel, transport, and infrastructure. In September 2021, we returned to the lake to analyze the impact of receding water levels and the requirements for a multi-toy deployment. This year, we pivoted our strategy, moving from a drivable RV to a pull-behind trailer to maintain mobility for ground-based scouting.
From 4-wheeler bathroom runs to drone filming in the canyons, this mission focused on the tech and Transportation required to master the Red Rock Desert.
Read on for the full operational breakdown of the 2021 Lake Powell deployment.
📍 Overview & Logistics
Operating at Lake Powell requires careful coordination of fuel, water, toys, and Basecamp equipment.
- Lake Powell 2021: The Mission Briefing
- Lake Powell 2021 Overview: Final Analysis & Low Water Levels
- Wednesday, Sept 22: The Drive South & The SUU Pivot
- Rodeway Inn, Big Water: The Pre-Mission Motel Logistics
- Sunday, Sept 26: The Extraction & Breakdown Phase
🛠️ The Tech & Transport
The success of a Lake Powell mission depends on the machinery. We analyzed the performance of our mobile basecamp and scouting vehicles.
- Tech for Lake Powell: Drone, Cameras, & Cords
- Trailer Overview: Pull-Behind vs. Drivable RV Logic
- Four Wheeler Ride: High-Speed Bathroom Logistics
- Wave Runners: Water Toy Inventory & Deployment
- Thursday, Sept 23: Retrieving the Toys in Big Water
🏜️ Mission Activities: Scouting the Canyons
A daily breakdown of our operations in the field.
- Friday, Sept 24: Hill Scouting & Drone Video Operations
- Saturday, Sept 25: The Last Day of “Doing Nothing”
🍽️ Culinary Logistics: Basecamp Fuel
Off-grid dining requires simple but effective fuel.
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