Levels, Badges and Points... (feeling a little silly)

[Commish1999]

I've been overlanding (we called it truck camping) since my USMC days and a member here for nearly 3 years and I'm wondering if I'm the only one that didn't realize that you have to validate many of the items on the points list?
(Example: posting pics and/or videos of water crossings doesn't qualify; you must validate in the points section)

Not to mention some of the automatic points are doing things in a specific way.
(Example: Post in the "Q&A section" of the forum)

I know points don't really equal knowledge or experience, and I'm sure for quite a few it doesnt matter; but for me it's nice to be able to engage in the forum completely.

(This is probably a me problem)

Here's to being more engaged in 2023...

 

[UgotWheelz]

I've been overlanding (we called it truck camping) since my USMC days and a member here for nearly 3 years and I'm wondering if I'm the only one that didn't realize that you have to validate many of the items on the points list?
(Example: posting pics and/or videos of water crossings doesn't qualify; you must validate in the points section)

Not to mention some of the automatic points are doing things in a specific way.
(Example: Post in the "Q&A section" of the forum)

I know points don't really equal knowledge or experience, and I'm sure for quite a few it doesnt matter; but for me it's nice to be able to engage in the forum completely.

(This is probably a me problem)

Here's to being more engaged in 2023...

I’ve been on the formum around five years about two years as a Overlandbound paid member, I don’t pay any attention to that stuff at all. Myinterest in ranking on forums ended in the early 2000s. In fact over the last six months I’ve pretty much don’t have any connection or ability to even check the forms or time when it’s convenient to do so.

 

[Trail_pilot]

been on here since 2015 band have a lower score than most, but can probably teach a few people a few things. Started more as a rock crawler with a liking for camping and so far have stayed pretty much the same. i scroll through and read, I do have another account that I stared about a year ago that I use for info on my other vehicle.
depending on location this forum can really not be helpful at all, and actually frustrating. The posting times make no sense to me, I still don't know what time zone its in. .....not that I have really checked. only brand new or old popular posts get traction. If it doesn't get any views in the first few hours it disappears into thin air and never to be seen again, which again depending on the time zone means that most of the world wont see the post.
I live in central Canada.... Ontario.... for me in my area I see maybe a dozen posts on this site for this reason. also my newer account with far less posts and has a lower " reaction score" has nearly doubly the "points" that this account has.
Its all just BS lol. read what you want, post what you will, sift through posts for research or information but take all with a grain of salt and don't let it sway your idea of your experience unless you feel like you need growth in the area questioned.

 

[grubworm]

the point system should only come into play when there is a group of members out on a trail. the member with the lowest trophy points will have to carry everyone's trash. the next lowest score will do all the dishes, etc and then the member with the highest score can anticipate a foot rub and dinner served in his tent at the end of the day...

 

[Commish1999]

the point system should only come into play when there is a group of members out on a trail. the member with the lowest trophy points will have to carry everyone's trash. the next lowest score will do all the dishes, etc and then the member with the highest score can anticipate a foot rub and dinner served in his tent at the end of the day...

Ok. Now this is a point system I can get behind.

I will implement it on our next outing. I'll let you know how it goes

 

[Speric]

I'm neither, here nor there about them. They're like stickers - nice when you get one, but I'm not pining to get them. If it all went away tomorrow, I probably wouldn't notice. But every once in a while, I'll see what new sticker I can get.

 

[the_great_white]

I'm wondering if I'm the only one that didn't realize that you have to validate many of the items on the points list?

Nope....i had no idea there was even a list or departments

 

[Commish1999]

Nope....i had no idea there was even a list or departments

Here's the list. Click on each one and it will give you the criteria:

Overland Bound Ambassador

www.overlandbound.com

Overland Bound Adventurer

www.overlandbound.com

Overland Bound Challenger

www.overlandbound.com

Overland Bound Innovator

www.overlandbound.com

Overland Bound Guardian

www.overlandbound.com

 

[Trail_pilot]

looks like I've met criteria for points and badges I don't have listed on my profile lol. Oh well. its not hurting my feelings.

 

[HighVoltOverland]

I've been overlanding (we called it truck camping) since my USMC days and a member here for nearly 3 years and I'm wondering if I'm the only one that didn't realize that you have to validate many of the items on the points list?
(Example: posting pics and/or videos of water crossings doesn't qualify; you must validate in the points section)

Not to mention some of the automatic points are doing things in a specific way.
(Example: Post in the "Q&A section" of the forum)

I know points don't really equal knowledge or experience, and I'm sure for quite a few it doesnt matter; but for me it's nice to be able to engage in the forum completely.

(This is probably a me problem)

Here's to being more engaged in 2023...

I too am trying to re-engage after a year or two of dormancy while I was between rigs.
I think the gameification of the platform is a novel idea to encourage engagement and provide newer folks with an indication of who may be a helpful resource.

But you aren’t alone in trying to figure out how to verify some of the stuff on the points list.

 

[mwilson920]

I'm still trying to figure out how to get stuff validated. I do like the idea of the lowest points gets trash pick up etc...

 

[the_great_white]

 

[OTH Overland]

I'm still trying to figure out how to get stuff validated. I do like the idea of the lowest points gets trash pick up etc...

For the ones that need validation there is typically a button on the information for the badge and you can attach photo or what ever is requested, never had an issue so far with validation

 

[mwilson920]

I'm still trying to figure out how to get stuff validated. I do like the idea of the lowest points gets trash pick up etc...

For the ones that need validation there is typically a button on the information for the badge and you can attach photo or what ever is requested, never had an issue so far with validation

I’m having trouble with the ones where you have to do posts.

 

[OTH Overland]

I’m having trouble with the ones where you have to do posts.

I have only done verification through the web interface, not the app so not sure if there is a difference. When you select the badge you want to verify, do you get the yellow 'request validation' button on the right hand side. when you select that it should open a new window where you can type in what you did and attach any supporting pictures or documents. then hit send and usually get approved in a day or so. Last on I did was the Tread Lightly certification,, clicked and added a copy of my certificate and that was it. If you have done that and get nothing, I would suggest sending in a support request. Staff is really good about getting back to folks as soon as they can. screen clip from the 'badges' tab on the website.

 

[mwilson920]

I’m having trouble with the ones where you have to do posts.

I have only done verification through the web interface, not the app so not sure if there is a difference. When you select the badge you want to verify, do you get the yellow 'request validation' button on the right hand side. when you select that it should open a new window where you can type in what you did and attach any supporting pictures or documents. then hit send and usually get approved in a day or so. Last on I did was the Tread Lightly certification,, clicked and added a copy of my certificate and that was it. If you have done that and get nothing, I would suggest sending in a support request. Staff is really good about getting back to folks as soon as they can. screen clip from the 'badges' tab on the website.

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Thank you for your help. Unfortunately, there is no verification button to click on for the stuff i need. I guess i will have to wait for the computer to pick it up.

 

[sasquatchoverlanding]

I've done a few things for fun. Once I figured out how to do them.

 

[Basecamp Overland]

I like the levels/badges, etc. It is a fun way to keep people engaged. :)

 

[mwilson920]

Thank you for your help. Unfortunately, there is no verification button to click on for the stuff i need. I guess i will have to wait for the computer to pick it up.

This is the last one I need for the Ambassador badge. I have made several posts in the Q & A and no validation by the system