Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Main Lodge:

- The 1x6 T&G for the Sanctuary ceiling is pre-stained and half of it has been installed.

- Concrete was poured for the stairs, lower patio and walk-in freezer on the west side.
- The rough electrical work has been completed in the kitchen.
- Some of the can lights/bulbs have been installed in the Sanctuary. Bill J pictured:
- General clean up was done around both the inside and outside of the Lodge

Staff Cabin:

- The floor had some screws missing so Jimmy M was happy to find them!
Baths:

- The new plywood on the walls needs to be perfectly flat in prep for the new Vortex finish, so some of the puttying was completed.

- According to building officials, we should have the permits for the saunas before May 31st.

Parking/Grading:

- Have been in contact with Yavapai County officials in obtaining permits or permission to finalize grade/parking.

Note: The PNF has announced that we are in Stage 1 burn restrictions (Effective 5-11-11). This means: NO burning, smoking outside of vehicles, BBQ grills, fireworks, etc in the NF. The NF has also stated that we can do what we wish on private land and they cannot enforce their rules on our property. However, we have always followed what they have said and have discontinued burning when restrictions have been in place. Yes, I know the snow just melted and we have had some rain recently but it has been really windy up here and winds dry things out fast, especially once it gets warm.

Tuesday, May 10, 2011

Kamp Kipa Construction Resumes

After a bit of unexpected snow in April, work at Kamp has begun again. We look forward to another busy summer as we prepare to open the camp.

Tasks completed since work resumed May 1st:

Caretakers Cabin:

A. Completed tasks:
1. Fixed a few leaks found in water system - water is on
2. Thoroughly cleaned and touch-up painting completed
3. Removed worn out furniture and replaced with gently used items


B. Tasks needing to be done:
Outside cleanup of slash/logs/brush

Main Lodge:

A. Completed Tasks:
1. Office doors and trim installed
2. Rough electrical in kitchen
3. Rough plumbing in kitchen ready for rough combo inspection
4. Fireplace hearth repaired
5. Kitchen hood system ducts and holding brackets installed and ready for inspection (hood has arrived on site)
6. 1x6 T&G pre-stained
7. Roofing trim work
8. Steps and landing for patio on West side are formed and awaiting concrete

B. Tasks needing to be completed:
1. Install 1x6 T&G on Sanctuary ceiling
2. Finish rough electrical in kitchen
3. Rough Combo Inspection

Staff Cabin:

A. Completed Tasks:
1. Interior doors and trim installed

B. Tasks needing to be completed:
1. Caulking and painting of interior walls and doors

Baths:

A. Completed Tasks:
1. Installed plywood backing in prep for Vortex spray on walls
2. Submitted revised prints to Yavapai County for updated permit (this is for sauna addition)

B. Tasks to be completed:
1. Obtain updated permit

Cabins:

B. Tasks to be completed:
1. Pressure wash exterior to prep for finishing (oil)

Groundskeeping:

A. Competed tasks:
1. Brush and unusable fire wood burned

B. Tasks to be completed:
1. Continue burning brush and unusable wood
2. Clean/Rake entire area and burn prior to May 18th (PNF burn restrictions will be activated)



Excavation:

Tasks to be completed and currently under review:
1. Plan/prep for final grades/parking

Water System:

A. Tasks completed:
1. Rough pad leveled for new water tanks
2. Water turned on and available throughout
3. Fixed minor leaks at upper bath and well

B. Tasks needing to be completed:
1. Pour concrete for new water tanks
2. Filtration system

Septic System:

B. Tasks needing to be completed:
1. Submit permit