[OregonRancher]

I live, own, and operate a ranch near this area. One: You don't drive over that road in the winter unless you are absolutely positive the road is cleared and inclement weather is not imminent. The snow can come very quickly and can make driving impossible in less than an hour. And if you're all the way to Eden Valley, you won't be able to walk out.

The road is paved, narrow, no guard rails, road markings, and at night, dark as the back side of the moon. Maps all show it for a nice ride. Maps are flat, this road changes elevation seveal times in thousands of feet. And last, no cell towers. Its 85 miles of desolate, towering forrest, no lights, habitations, nothing and in the winter, will kill you quick...

[Howlin]

Thank you for that information, OR. It's always good to know some local information -- I'm simply amazed at the things I learn on FR.

Do you hold out much hope for the father? What is the weather now?

[sissyjane]

Can you ping me to any news? I'm babysitting the Grands today.....