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New York
Hello from Queens, NYC.

Name here is Sidney. After 2 years of doing some beach fishing on the shores on Long Island, we decided to trade in our 2011 Rav4 V6 for a 2017 4Runner Limited. The Rav4 was capable, but what a difference when it comes to driving on sand.

We didn't plan to limit our outings to shore fishing, so we started looking into off-road trails and camping. After several months of searching on-line, sadly there isn't much being offered in the NYC/Long Island area. And this is why we are here on this forum today. With the help of this forum, we are hoping we learn about any local adventures. I don't plan to do any insane rock crawling, but looking forward to drive off the common path to explorer and enjoy what nature has to offer.

And when I say we, I am referring to myself, wife and the two kids (5 and 7 years old). So any info on family gatherings is much welcomed.

Thanks.

-Sidney
I am in the same boat (figuratively) LI has nothing :/
 

Aaron Niemi

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2,805
Spokane, WA
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Aaron
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Niemi
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11381

Hey Yall!
New member from Washington State (Spokane specifically).
I grew up around mud bogs and 4WD but just got into myself. I've got a 2015 Taco TRD. I'll post some pics later!
I'm looking forward to getting on the trails with some of you!
-Aaron
 

Sandbox714

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Enthusiast I

404
Fenton,mi
First Name
Ryan
Last Name
Lund
Member #

11297

Hello from Breezy and Mike Location: Michigan
2008 Silverado is our current rig nothing special. We are rookies to this lifestyle. We grew up camping and enjoying the out doors as most Michiganders do. We are excited to get out more and more.
Hello from right around the corner in the great state of Michigan and welcome.
 

Bishopfamily overland

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Traveler I

233
Pennsylvania
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11462

Hello everyone I'm new to all this forum stuff, but I'm ready for adventure and learning as I go. We currently have a 2014 jeep Cherokee trailhawk that I'm outfitting to take and support us wherever we can think of going, and we are just about ready to start this summer of on the right path!
 

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CavGeek

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Advocate III

1,720
Phoenix, AZ. 85027
First Name
Michael
Last Name
Reiner
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11542

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U.S.Army
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2) Location: Phoenix, AZ. USA
3) Rig: 2014 Toyota Tacoma DCSB 4X4
4) Overlanding Experience Background :Been 4 wheeling and camping For years, but still new to Overlanding. So far we have just been out on some day trips on easier local trails to get out for some adventure, but we definitely want to work up to longer adventures on more challenging trails. Been really enjoying the videos Michael and Corrie put on YouTube and this just seems like a pretty positive and laid back community.
 

Mountianbill

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Contributor III

327
Gardnerville NV
First Name
Bill
Last Name
Biggs Jr
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11879

Hi I'm Bill
I'm from Northern Nevada just on the back side of Lake Tahoe.
I was raised at the lake and have been in the mountains all of my life.
Love driving my Jeep and spending time on the trails, camping and exploring.
Looking forward to doing more Overlanding !!!
 

Kent R

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Pathfinder III

5,200
El Dorado, Ca
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Kent
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Reynolds
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1632

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K6KNT
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Retired Firefighter
Hi I'm Bill
I'm from Northern Nevada just on the back side of Lake Tahoe.
I was raised at the lake and have been in the mountains all of my life.
Love driving my Jeep and spending time on the trails, camping and exploring.
Looking forward to doing more Overlanding !!!
Welcome from the Sierra Foothills Overlanders OB meet-up! You might already know this but there is a meet-up in your area check it out.
https://www.overlandbound.com/forums/threads/reno-overlanding-monthly-meet-up-04-25-2018.14023/
 
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andrew.rezz

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What's up everyone, my name is Andrew and I'm a new member from SoCal.
I'm located in Ontario, CA but originally from Rancho Santa Margarita. If you are from the OC/IE, I'm always down for some weekend trail runs!
I'm driving a 2016 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road 4x4.
Only about 1.5 years of overlanding experience. Hoping to learn more from this community and local overlanders.
I'm looking forward to meeting some of you guys!
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shawnebell

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797
Big Bear Lake, CA
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Shawn
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Bell
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6462

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Not sure if I ever posted on this thread. So ... here goes!

Member No: 6462
Location: Big Bear Lake ... or Newport Beach ... or some waypoint in So. Cal.
Rig(s): A whole bunch of Jeeps, with my trusty daily 2012 Wrangler JK leading the pack (and usually the one that runs the best)
Overlanding Experience: Novice. ALWAYS novice; it gives me plausible deniability.
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MrCoffee

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Off-Road Ranger I

3,346
Springfield, Vermont
First Name
Chuck
Last Name
U
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8434

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What's up everyone, my name is Andrew and I'm a new member from SoCal.
I'm located in Ontario, CA but originally from Rancho Santa Margarita. If you are from the OC/IE, I'm always down for some weekend trail runs!
I'm driving a 2016 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road 4x4.
Only about 1.5 years of overlanding experience. Hoping to learn more from this community and local overlanders.
I'm looking forward to meeting some of you guys!
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Hi Andrew! Nice rig ya got there! Nice to have you aboard. :)
 

Darren C Kern

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Contributor III

327
Ridgeway, VA, USA
First Name
Darren
Last Name
Kern
Member #

22630

Hi all, Darren from central NC. This is my new-to-me '05 Xterra SE 4x4. It is my daily and I have a long commute, so I'm not gonna go too crazy, but definitely plan on some nice upgrades. First may be a Shrockworks rear bumper with tire carrier, since my bumper and hitch are rusty. New leaf packs, shocks, springs, etc, and most likely 265/70 R17 all terrain tires (that's the size I'm leaning toward). I am an avid bass fisherman and love camping and everything outdoors.

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NDAMurphy

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Traveler I

60
US
Hello! Murf here, and ive been building a 2013 Frontier for a year or so now, but I've been an avid forum stalker! Thought it was time to finally say hello!


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Mike Dubya

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Enthusiast II

2,487
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, USA
First Name
Michael
Last Name
Dubya
Member #

11674

Ham/GMRS Callsign
KJ7FTN
Greetings from north Idaho!
I guess the best camping trips I can recall were Overlanding! I am very excited to be here and look forward to getting to know you all.
I drive a 2002 Ford Explorer V8, which has a Rancho adjustable suspension, BTF uniball custom upper control arms, BFG K02 tires, Rigid 40" bar, and various other goodies. I also have recently acquired my avatar, a 1967 International 1200 (3/4 ton) 4x4. This will take some work! I grew up in Montana, and have done some wilderness outfitting with horses and rafts. I have also spent a lot of time driving the rugged back roads and trails of the pacific northwest. I'm married and have a 6yr old son, a 2yr old daughter, and a Shiba Inu dog named Tigger; we love overlanding together and look forward to meeting other families on the trail.
 

Kent R

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Pathfinder III

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El Dorado, Ca
First Name
Kent
Last Name
Reynolds
Member #

1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Greetings from north Idaho!
I guess the best camping trips I can recall were Overlanding! I am very excited to be here and look forward to getting to know you all.
I drive a 2002 Ford Explorer V8, which has a Rancho adjustable suspension, BTF uniball custom upper control arms, BFG K02 tires, Rigid 40" bar, and various other goodies. I also have recently acquired my avatar, a 1967 International 1200 (3/4 ton) 4x4. This will take some work! I grew up in Montana, and have done some wilderness outfitting with horses and rafts. I have also spent a lot of time driving the rugged back roads and trails of the pacific northwest. I'm married and have a 6yr old son, a 2yr old daughter, and a Shiba Inu dog named Tigger; we love overlanding together and look forward to meeting other families on the trail.
Welcome Mike from the Sierra Foothills Overlanders!