Member Introductions *NEW MEMBERS INTRODUCE YOURSELF*

[Kent R]

Howdy all,

I‘m Vince. I enjoy getting lost... literally... and finding my way back. Since leaving WA 4 years ago... I’ve done little to no off road exploring.

I am currently working on building up my 2019 Toyota 4Runner TRD ORP.

We’re currently in Illinois awaiting retirement in a few more years and trying to figure where to plant ourselves...... back in the PNW or down east????? The mountains are always calling name....

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Welcome to Overland Bound
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[Kent R]

Howdy all, my name is Dennis.
i’m from the Portland OR area. I drive a 2003 subaru forester that i am slowly trying to make into a capable little rig!

i haven’t been able to do much overlanding myself. but i have many people close to me who have and hoping to learn :)

Welcome to Overland Bound
Your Regional Director is @M Rose for additional help or information.
Check the forum calendar and Meet-Up page for events, and the Trip Planning page for trips being planned by members. These pages can be filtered by region.
Overland Bound Meetups
Overland Trip Planning
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[Kent R]

Hi All!

I'm Josh, I recently moved to San Jose, CA from the Dallas, TX Area.

Rig is a 2016 Tacoma DCLB, pretty well outfitted...only armor I don't have yet is a rear bumper as I have yet to lose my stock bumper on the trail...

Been overlanding for 4 years now. I enjoy getting out off the beaten path and my travels have led me to take up photography as a hobby to try and capture all of these beautiful places...the forum won't let me upload any good quality photos due to size limitations, so here's a quick iPhone shot on my recent snowboarding trip in the Truckee area overlooking Donner lake.

I'll be taking my HAM tech test in about a month, so no call sign as of yet.

I'm lookin forward to exploring more in California as there's lots within a reasonable drive vs when I was living in Dallas.

Welcome to Overland Bound Josh,
You will find it much easier to get out and find adventure in the west.
Don't hesitate to message your Regional Director @Narbob if you have any questions.
For local information about trips and meet-ups contact your NorCal Member Representative; Bay Area @PapaDave
Check the forum calendar and Meet-Up page for events, and the Trip Planning page for trips being planned by members. These pages can be filtered by region.
Overland Bound Meetups
Overland Trip Planning
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[Neal A. Tew]

Hello everyone
I’m new to Overland Bound One
I’m in the canyon city Colorado area in my unit is a 1994 Toyota 4Runner. I’m excited to start this new adventure adventure in life to see where it takes me.

Welcome from Pueblo West, @Justinwrains.

We just had a trip in your area a week ago. Wish you could have been there!

Have you ever been to Texas Creek OHV during the winter? I was thinking of planning a Feb trip there.

 

[Podog4674]

Welcome

 

[PapaDave]

Hi All!

I'm Josh, I recently moved to San Jose, CA from the Dallas, TX Area.

Rig is a 2016 Tacoma DCLB, pretty well outfitted...only armor I don't have yet is a rear bumper as I have yet to lose my stock bumper on the trail...

Been overlanding for 4 years now. I enjoy getting out off the beaten path and my travels have led me to take up photography as a hobby to try and capture all of these beautiful places...the forum won't let me upload any good quality photos due to size limitations, so here's a quick iPhone shot on my recent snowboarding trip in the Truckee area overlooking Donner lake.

I'll be taking my HAM tech test in about a month, so no call sign as of yet.

I'm lookin forward to exploring more in California as there's lots within a reasonable drive vs when I was living in Dallas.

Hey Josh

Welcome to the area. I’m sure you are finding there is such a wide range of locations to go out here. I am the Bay Area member rep and I can help connect you to meet ups that are happening near you. In Pleasanton CA there is a meet up on the second Sunday’s of the month and it has a great regular turn out and active. The Tri-Valley (Pleasanton) group had a big year with 7 trips and we are beginning to plan out 2021. Our next meet up will be Feb 14th, 1-3pm. Below is a link to the meet up page and thread with information.



This is the regular meet up info

US West - Tri-Valley Monthly Meet Up- Pleasanton CA

 

[Sandpoint Steve]

Hi to all you new OB members!
I just posted up a rally point to a reoccurring call we do up here in the Inland Northwest.
The call is on the 3rd Sunday of the month at 7:30pm Pacific.
Topics vary, but I thought this would be a good topic for anyone new to overlanding.
RSVP here on the Rally Point Page: What do I REALLY need ??
Calling in works, but I do screen share quite a bit of information.


Dial-in number (US): (605) 472-5383

Access code: 586895#

International dial-in numbers: FreeConferenceCall.com

Online meeting ID: stevemarchiando

Join the online meeting: FreeConferenceCall.com

For additional assistance connecting to the meeting text "Call Me" to the Dial-In number above and you will be called into the conference. Message and data rates may apply.

 

[jambent]

Location: South Texas
I have a 2011 jeep rubicon

 

[Justinwrains]

Location: South Texas
I have a 2011 jeep rubicon

Welcome

 

[dbkurth]

Hi there!
I'm Dale from the Southeastern corner of Iowa
My rig is a 2003 Honda Element. Keeping it sort of stock with fun additions to get down the road.
I am a novice at Overlanding. I have chased adventure racers around the backroads, BLM roads, and forestry roads around the country. I have camped at the corner of the middle of nowhere and the road to nowhere.
My wife thinks I have a problem. I have a tendency to ask, "I wonder where this road goes?" Then I find out.
This summer I am packing up and going. Colorado, Utah, Nevada and Cali. Might even attempt to clime a California 14er.
Would be interested in finding out where folks go around the tri-state area.

 

[T. Stanley]

Location: South Texas
I have a 2011 jeep rubicon

Welcome to the OB crew, to get started on your overlanding journey, head over to the Boot Camp threads in the forums where you will find tons of useful information. Ask questions, our experienced overlanders here are willing to share their knowledge and offer advice.

 

[T. Stanley]

Hi there!
I'm Dale from the Southeastern corner of Iowa
My rig is a 2003 Honda Element. Keeping it sort of stock with fun additions to get down the road.
I am a novice at Overlanding. I have chased adventure racers around the backroads, BLM roads, and forestry roads around the country. I have camped at the corner of the middle of nowhere and the road to nowhere.
My wife thinks I have a problem. I have a tendency to ask, "I wonder where this road goes?" Then I find out.
This summer I am packing up and going. Colorado, Utah, Nevada and Cali. Might even attempt to clime a California 14er.
Would be interested in finding out where folks go around the tri-state area.

Welcome to the OB crew, if you “wonder where that road goes” around here, you will fit right in. To get started on your overlanding journey, head over to the Boot Camp threads where you will find tons of useful information. Be sure to ask questions, our experienced members share their knowledge and advice. I’m not sure how many other members drive an Element, but in the vehicle build threads you can ask what others are doing and get tips and tricks for your build.
p.s. There is a group of us running the TAT this summer, you can find out more info HERE: US East - Running the Trans America Trail (TAT) from WV to the OR coast

 

[trail_runn4r]

Hello everyone
I’m new to Overland Bound One
I’m in the canyon city Colorado area in my unit is a 1994 Toyota 4Runner. I’m excited to start this new adventure adventure in life to see where it takes me.

Welcome Justin! A group of use was just in that area few days ago.

P.S.: I would recommend to remove your full address from your profile.

 

[lolzhax]

Location: Roseville, CA /PNW

Just joined, a friend told me about this group back in June when I bought my jeep, and subsequently dove into the deep end of adventure exploring. Finally paid my dues since my build is ready enough. Long time car enthusiast, first time overlander.

Hope to see some of you on the trail! Follow along on ig @lolzhax

 

[JamesG83]

Welcome to the creq

 

[Ruby4Runner]

I am new to Overlanding but have grown up camping deep in the woods or on the beach, depending on the time of year, but it's been a while. My husband and I are taking this new adventure together. We just got a 2021 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road Premium. We have fallen in love with her (named her Ruby). We are from the Lathrop area, and spend a lot of time in the Tahoe/Carson City area also. We are still fairly new to all of this but have tested out her stock features at a few OHV parks. Can't wait to get this adventure started and meet new people who enjoy the same.

 

[Bmcintyre9]

Welcome bro!

Thank you!

 

[T. Stanley]

Location: Roseville, CA /PNW

Just joined, a friend told me about this group back in June when I bought my jeep, and subsequently dove into the deep end of adventure exploring. Finally paid my dues since my build is ready enough. Long time car enthusiast, first time overlander.

Hope to see some of you on the trail! Follow along on ig @lolzhax

Welcome to the OB crew, if you are interested in some 411 on overlanding, head to the Boot Camp threads, there is a lot of useful information there. And be sure to ask questions, the experienced overlanders willingly share their knowledge and advice.

 

[T. Stanley]

I am new to Overlanding but have grown up camping deep in the woods or on the beach, depending on the time of year, but it's been a while. My husband and I are taking this new adventure together. We just got a 2021 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road Premium. We have fallen in love with her (named her Ruby). We are from the Lathrop area, and spend a lot of time in the Tahoe/Carson City area also. We are still fairly new to all of this but have tested out her stock features at a few OHV parks. Can't wait to get this adventure started and meet new people who enjoy the same.

Welcome to the OB crew, if you want some tips on how to outfit Ruby, head over to vehicle build threads, there you can get advice on gear that works on a 4Runner and also check out the Boot Camp threads, there is a ton of useful information to get you started getting out and exploring.

 

[Ruby4Runner]

Welcome to the OB crew, if you want some tips on how to outfit Ruby, head over to vehicle build threads, there you can get advice on gear that works on a 4Runner and also check out the Boot Camp threads, there is a ton of useful information to get you started getting out and exploring.

Thank you, I will definitely do that! A bit overwhelmed with all the information out there but looking forward to combing through it and learning everything I can.