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Trucking toward Fall
PUMPKIN CARVING CONTEST
We are following the same contest rules
found on our TOPOGEAR Webpage for
our recipe contest. The only catch is, you
have to send a photo of a carved pumpkin
somehow using the TOPOGEAR Logo, or
www.topogear.com web address.
We are looking for the most creative photo/
icon you can come up with. Same prize
offer. Entries must be in by Oct 25, 2010.
Email to sales@topogear.com
TOPOGEAR RECIPE CONTEST
Our thanks to those that submitted a rec-
ipe. Keep them coming. We are having fun
with this so we are extending the contest for
our October issue! We are trying to have
enough unique recipes to publish a cook-
book. We have also added BBQ and out-
door cooking recipes. Be sure to read the
rules. Then simply send an email stating
you have read and agree to the rules. In-
clude your recipe(s), and photo(s),.of your
Recipe creation. Win FREE Prizes!!
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Nelson, Nevada Courtesy Rick Beach Photography
FALL FEST—Mesquite, Nevada
October 16th, 2010
Don’t miss another great event put on
by the Virgin River Hotel/Casino in Mes-
quite, Nevada. The Holiday season will
be just around the corner. Don’t miss
out!
Just a short trip from Las Vegas or St
George, Utah. Come the night before ,
or stay over the night of. Make a week-
end get- a-way out of it.
See full page details on page 12.
TOPOGEAR is always looking for reader
interest stories and events. Please submit
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Flea Market-Custom Car Show
Las Vegas, Nevada
October 23, 2010
The 3rd Annual Del Sol High
School Theater Dept’s Flea Market and
Custom Car/Hot Rod show is coming
up this October. Don’t miss the, food,
music, cars, and vendor booths. This is
great family fun!
This event is at Del Sol High School
located at 3100 E. Patrick Lane, Las
Vegas, Nevada. From 8am to 3pm ,
October 23rd, 2010.
Vendor booths are available. 8x14 ft
space is $20. 16X14 is $30. “Family
Friendly” items only please. Show off
or sell your arts and crafts. Raise funds
for you club or charity. Free space if
you show your classic car or hot rod.
KSHP, the Radio Shopping show
will be having a road show during the
event.
Contact Larayne Pierce 702-467-
1718 (Flea Market) or Helen Sax 702-
596-2994 (Car Show)
(See Page 4)
 Shenango Reservoir Paddle (North Eastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania)

Oct 3, 2010 Trip Log:: We paddled this section of the Reservoir today with Temps in the mid 70s and occasional light rain. A pleasant Fall day to
be on the water. Most of the local rivers were too high to be safely paddled by my younger children so we set out on a calm adventure. A quick day
trip starting in Orangeville Ohio.
Our put in point was where Pymatuning Creek starts to form Shenango Reservoir. We launched at Andy Dorick Park which is on the Ohio/PA
border at the corner of Rt 609 and North Stateline Rd. The first mile of the paddle was very creek like. A nice current and somewhat narrow. The
water quickly started to widen at the start of mile 2. The fishing also seemed very good as we saw numerous large fish break water. In the stream
portion the water was fairly muddy. We encountered no hazards which made it great for the young ones. There are endless bays and small creeks to
explore. Depending on your allotted time, you can make this trips last as long as you wish.
The last 2 miles were clearly more lake like. It is a “no wake” zone, and many more places to paddle into and explore. The water cleared along
the way. We saw two turtles sunbathing on the bank. Another mile and a half put us under the old railroad bridge and into the main lake. An imme-
diate right turn brought us to the paved boat launch, our intended take-out point at Parkers Landing.
Only a 2 hour trip with little paddling, both boys (age 8 & 10) said this trip was a definite “do again”. As for me, I think I could spend several
hours along this 3 mile paddle casting a line and practicing catch and release. Not a spectacular paddle, but being on the water enjoying Fall just
doesn’t get any better! See more Shenango info on page 3 Col 1. Article Courtesy of David Armstrong algoessailing@aol.com

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 Shenango Recreation Area
For those interested in History, there are
remains of the Erie Extension Canal in this
area. The Canal was key to economic develop-
ment of NW Pennsylvania. Part of the old
towpath is still maintained and used for hiking
as part of the Shenango Trail system. One and
a half miles downstream of the Shenango Dam
are the well preserved remains of Lock Number
10, at Sharpsville.
The dam was constructed for Flood control.
Providing protection for the local area as well as
the upper Ohio River. Shenango is part of the
Mississippi Watershed.
There are many outdoor activities available
in this area. Camping, hiking, boating, etc.
There is the Shenango Recreation Area
Campground. You will find 330 campsites,
shower houses, restrooms and dump station.
Many of the sites are equipped with electric
hookups. Contact info is: 877-444-6777 or visit
website http://www.recreation.gov/
Shenango River Lake (mailing purposes)
2442 Kelly Rd
Hermitage, PA 16148-7308
(724) 962-7746
Shenango Recreation Area
492 W. Lake Rd.
Zion National Park Summer Road Delays
The delays may begin in May 2010 and go
through October 2010. A road project may
cause delays for those entering or leaving the
East Entrance on State Highway 9 between the
Entrance and route 89. Delays could be up to
3 hours. Contact the Park for updated info.
Watchman, Zion NP, UT
Photo Courtesy of Rick Beach Photography
Watchman, elevation is 6545 ft., overlooks
the Zion National Park visitor center and
Watchman camp grounds. This is just inside
the west entrance of Zion NP.
Click to view ZION NP info
TOPOGEAR is carrying a new line of Fine
Jewelry.
We are specializing in new 925 Sterling
Silver and Semi precious gemstone Jewelry.
The photo above is some current examples.
We wish to offer something affordable to
all. We hope to find and offer items under
the $200 retail range, with many under the
$100 mark.
We offer a selection that will be ever chang-
ing. We are able to buy direct from our
distributor and many of our items are indi-
vidually hand selected when being pur-
chased.
These items will soon start showing up on
the TOPO site so check back often. We also
have large selections of used and vintage
Jewelry. This stock is also changing con-
stantly. Currently we have a large stock of
vintage Rhinestone jewelry.
If you are looking for a specific item that
we do not show, please email us for a list of
the latest inventory.

Transfer, PA 16154
RECIPE CONTEST
(724) 646-1124
Meyerco Tactical Folder
We have a winner for our Monthly News-
letter RECIPE Contest. The recipe appears
on page 5. Contest is extended to future is-
Daily Lake & Recreation Information: sues. Have your entry submitted by the 15th
of a month, for judging/publishing/winning
G10 Tactical Folder (MATCMDH)
(724) 962-4384 consideration in the following months newslet-
ter. *440 Bead Blasted Blade
Campground: A FREE “gift” is going out to our winner.
See the TOPOGEAR rules and submission *Easy One-Hand Opening
(724) 646-1115 (May-Sept)
form at the TOPOGEAR Home Page Find it
in the left menu Contest Win Free Stuff. Also
join our FACEBOOK Dutch Oven group if “MAIR” Dutch Oven Lid Lifter
you aren’t already a member.
Prize size is 9 inch only
We are changing some of the contest rules
starting with subsequent issues. The Contest is
References now open to recipes for both Dutch Ovens and
Visit these links for more detailed info BBQ/Outdoor Cooking.
There are now a choice of 2 prizes. A Mey-
erco G10 Tactical Folding knife, or a 9 inch
US Army Corps of Engineers Website Dutch Oven Lid lifter. Winner gets to select
Wikipedia their choice of one of these two prizes.
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 DEL SOL High School Theater Dept’s 3rd Annual Flea Market & Custom Car Show
October 23, 2010 8:00am-3:00pm 3100 E Patrick Lane, Las Vegas, Nevada

Vendor space available

Show off your car!

Contact :
Larayne 702-467-1718 (Flea Market)
Helen 702-596-2994 (Car Show)

TOPOGEAR is always looking for reader

interest stories and events. Please submit
your story, trip log, photos, recipes and hu-
mor. Subjects on Climbing, Paddling, Cy-
cling, Backpacking, Horses, Search and Res- Photo’s this page Copyright 2009
Courtesy Rick Beach Photography
cue, travel destinations and more! Send mate- rick@topogear.com
rial to: sales@topogear.com

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 RECIPE OF THE MONTH
TOPOGEAR’s

October Recipe

Contest Winner

Submitted by: David Grover

(2nd time winner!)

of Murray, Utah

Mediterranean Stuffed Pork Loin

12 in Dutch oven

½ a Pork Loin, the white meat portion works best (length to fit DO)
1/2 bag (5 oz.) fresh spinach, trimmed and coarsely chopped
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

1 cup parmesan cheese divided

1/2 jar sun dried tomatoes in oil, drained and coarsely chopped

18 Slices of pepperoni
1 large shallot, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 small jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
4 Tbs. butter, divided
1 Jar pesto sauce
2-3 eggs
2 Tbs. water
The TOPOGEAR Outdoor Recipe Page

In a large bowl, mix together spinach, cheeses, sun dried tomatoes and arti- Outdoor Cooking Recipes
choke hearts; set aside. In a shallow bowl, beat together eggs and water, in
another shallow bowl add seasoned bread crumbs, Set aside. In your 12" Cooking Tips & Tricks
Dutch oven, melt 1 Tbs. butter, add the shallot and garlic and sauté until
tender; add to the spinach mixture. Toss spinach mixture lightly together to (Send them to us!)
mix.
Send us your recipe and photo of your prepared item to
In a spiral cut, “un roll” the pork loin, season with salt and pepper, then line appear on this page. See rules off our Home page at
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what tightly and secure with Butchers twine, you don’t want it too tight or Email to sales@topogear.com
the filling will fall out. Dip the pork roll into egg wash, then in bread
crumbs until coated evenly. In your Dutch oven, melt remaining butter;
place pork roll in the Dutch oven and brown in butter on all sides to seal in Dutch Oven Heat “Three Up-Three Down Rule
juices After the pork is browned, bake at 350* for 45 minutes or until the
pork is thoroughly cooked. I use 16 coals on top and 12 coals on the bottom It is better to place more coals or briquettes on the lid of
the Dutch oven. Many Dutch oven cooks follow a simple
When the pork is done, remove it from the heat remove the twine and spoon
three up, three down rule. Measure the diameter of your
the pesto sauce on top and sprinkle with cheese. Place the lid back on the
Dutch oven and allow the residual heat melt the cheese. Let rest for 10 min- Dutch oven and add 3 to estimate how many briquettes to
utes before cutting Serves 6. place on the lid. Take 3 away from the diameter measure-
ment and this is the number you need to place under the
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OCTOBER
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Date: Oct 8-10, 2010
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LAS VEGAS CANOE CLUB
Event: DEL SOL HIGH SCHOOL THEATER
FLEA MARKET & CAR SHOW
Date: Oct 23rd, 2010
Time: 8am-3pm
Location: 3100 E. Patrick Lane, Las Vegas, Nevada
See Page 4
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 UPCOMING EVENTS
NOVEMBER
Event: Cross Roads of the West Gun & Knife Show
Location: Tucson, AZ Pima County Fairgrounds
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WEATHERED WONDERS
Event: FOUNTAIN FESTIVAL OF ARTS & CRAFTS
Creations by Artist Dave Bruce. Utilizing materials recycled from
Date: November 12, 13, 14, 2010
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Time: 10am-5pm
furniture. These creations can be found through various stores and
Location: Fountain Hills, Arizona
specialty shops. Each piece is handcrafted with pride and signed
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 UPCOMING EVENTS

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This is the Annual Membership

Christmas Party month. Location &
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 Enter your Dutch Oven/BBQ or Outdoor Recipe for a chance to win
a “MAIR” 9 inch Dutch Oven Lid Lifter, or a Meyerco Folding Knife. We have had nu-
merous winners. We have extended this for subsequent issues too! Enter before the 15th of
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