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As a Chef, I have a wide variety of interest, but my main goal at this time is to educate. My enthusiasm shows when I am sharing my knowledge of flavor profiles, teaching cooking techniques, and enlighten my students with time saving short-cuts. I have the willingness to try just about anything and the wit to keep a table full of guest laughing. I started helping out in a kitchen at an early age.

I moved back home to the state of Texas in 1992. I continue to work in the food and beverage industries today as an instructor, pursuing my passion for teaching exotic flavors of the world, inspired by 20 years as a military dependent.

I have worked at Central Market in Austin Texas for the past 22 years and 20 of them have been in our Cooking School. I have cooked with and washed dishes for some of the best chefs from around the world.

My partner and I bought a new to us 2004 Lexus LX470 that we took to Big Bend NP the first month we owned it. Had a blast out in 4x4 country and even got two flats on the River Road that we managed to self extract from.

In June we went to Iceland and sent a week in a micro RV going aroung the ring road and seeing the sights of the land of fire and ice. Hiked up the active Volcano, into Ice caves and around waterfalls.

We are now proud owners of a SuperLite and hope to post more about our adventures soon.
Location
Austin, Travis County, Texas, United States
First Name
Vance
Last Name
Ely
Member #

28800

Gender
Male
Region
US Southwest
Vehicle Year Make Model
2004 Lexus GX470
Occupation
Chef
Ham/GMRS Callsign
WRNX949 is my GMRS, haven't taken my test yet but working on the HAM
Service Branch
USAF BRAT
OB Responder
Helper
OB Contact
Contact Me

Contact

Instagram (name only)
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Facebook
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Twitter
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Trophies

  1. 473

    Expedition Master I

    Cross-axel transition. Recover with two tires without traction.
  2. 173

    Protector I

    Create a "Cleanup" event using Rally Point
  3. 413

    World Traveler III

    Transport your vehicle via ship, or ferry.
  4. 257

    Protector III

    Restore an overused or misused camp site. Provide before/after pics
  5. 213

    Protector II

    Trail trash pickup, cleaning up after others. Good job!
  6. 137

    Steward III

    Post relevant social media picture including the message, "Leave it better than you found it".
  7. 56

    Off-Road Ranger III

    Emergency first aid in the field. No pictures please :)
  8. 77

    Builder I

    Replace a part on on your overland vehicle.
  9. 305

    World Traveler I

    Visit another country with your vehicle
  10. 305

    Advocate I

    Respond to a post in the Q&A Section of the Community
  11. 537

    Inventor II

    Fashion a unique way to cook or warm a meal
  12. 75

    Steward I

    Complete the TreadLightly online 101 awareness course. Provide picture or pdf of certificate.
  13. 413

    Creator III

    Safely and correctly wire a new accessory in your vehicle.
  14. 38

    Off-Road Ranger II

    Safe water crossing over 24 inches deep
  15. 105

    Builder II

    Fabricate a durable part or customization for your rig.
  16. 173

    Trail Mechanic I

    Trail repair. From not moving to moving!
  17. 537

    Influencer II

    Read our Founding Principles. Name your favorite!
  18. 473

    Influencer I

    5 people follow you. You have made 50 posts. You have 2500 points.
  19. 137

    Enthusiast III

    Make 25 posts. Receive 15 positive reactions. Registered for 20 days.
  20. 213

    Member II

    You are a Member. Meet in person with another Overland Bound Member. Check out Rally Point!
  21. 257

    Member III

    You are a Member. Attend your first Rally Point trip or event. See map Events tab!
  22. 105

    Enthusiast II

    Make 15 posts. Get 12 positive reactions. Registered for at least 5 days. Thank you!
  23. 305

    Educator I

    Attend Leave No Trace or Tread Lightly Workshop.
  24. 357

    Advocate II

    Welcome 10 new Members in 'Member Introductions' Receive 50 positive reactions overall.
  25. 77

    Enthusiast I

    Make 5 posts. Get 4 positive reactions. Good posts equals more reactions!
  26. 56

    Contributor III

    Member for 15 Days! We're glad to have you!
  27. 413

    Advocate III

    Follow 10 People You can follow From their profile!
  28. 137

    Pathfinder III

    Add 3 pictures in either New Locations Location Reviews.
  29. 605

    Influencer III

    Create a Rally Point! It can be any type. Find your adventure crew!
  30. 105

    Pathfinder II

    Add one Offroad trail
  31. 173

    Explorer I

    Add 5 locations.
  32. 38

    Contributor II

    Make your first post in the community!
  33. 56

    Traveler III

    You have REVIEWED a location on the resource map. Thank you!
  34. 38

    Traveler II

    You have ADDED your first location to our Resource Map!
  35. 173

    Member I

    You are a Member! You have your number. Join in our web store or our app Overland Bound One! Welcome to the Crew!
  36. 30

    Off-Road Ranger I

    Get your Ham License and add your call sign to your user profile.
  37. 30

    Contributor I

    Registered 1 Day! Welcome to the Crew!
  38. 30

    Traveler I

    You are in the Adventure or the Expedition group.