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TahokaTex

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New Home Texas
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Dell
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Cannon
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25654

Hello to all in the Overland Bound community from the high plains of Texas!

I probably give the name “novice” a new meaning, but after acquiring a 92 Defender, my interest in overlanding has grown into a burning desire. In January of this year, I sold my business and find myself retired. Really, not a bad gig, but am finding that I have a lot more time to pursue other interests.
I’m looking forward to meeting members of this community, and learning as I go.
 

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Klawson24

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Contributor III

327
Bakersfield, Ca
First Name
Kyle
Last Name
Lawson
Member #

25655

Location: California
My rig: 2014 Jeep Wrangler unlimited sport w/3.5" suspension lift and 35" mts
Experience: I grew up going camping at a very young age. I've always wanted to get back to camping and exploring the outdoors. I would say I'm a novice to overlanding.
 
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Dbaker

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Brewer, Maine
First Name
Dave
Last Name
Baker
Hello from Downeast Maine ( Brewer)
I have a 2001 Dodge 1500 ext cab short bed. I explore Maine through camping and hiking. I have always been into off road. My rig is my daily driver and transporter of my toys. I use it as my plow rig during the einter and for getting to my favorite ice fishing spots.
During the summer I do back road and trail exploring looking for old homesteads to metal detect and just to be with nature
 

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Lawtonfire233

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Fletcher, OK
First Name
Chris
Last Name
Woodall
Member #

27368

Hey Overland Bound! My name is Chris. I live in the Lawton, OK area. My rig is a 2016 Ford F-150 Platinum. I usually take my family camping once or twice per year, but we are very interested in getting into overlanding. I have been working on my truck over the past couple of years, and my son just got a 2011 Jeep Wrangler Sahara. Would love to meet up with some members and learn as much as we can. Looking forward to it. Thanks!
 

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Prerunner1982

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Navina, Oklahoma
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Jon
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Hello Dell (@TahokaTex ), welcome from Oklahoma. Don't hold that against me, I am originally from Lubbock, just got misplaced. :laughing:

You are in the Southwest Region. Check out the Southwest Region sub-forum for local information and involvement opportunities.

Here is the link to the forum calendar and Meet-Up event page: Overland Bound Meetups
Or to check out what other members are planning go here: Overland Trip Planning

I am the SW Region Member Rep so if you have any questions let me know.
 
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Prerunner1982

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Navina, Oklahoma
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Jon
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Hello Chris (@Lawtonfire233 ), welcome from Navina, Oklahoma.

You are in the Southwest Region. Check out the Southwest Region sub-forum for local information and involvement opportunities.

Here is the link to the forum calendar and Meet-Up event page: Overland Bound Meetups
Or to check out what other members are planning go here: Overland Trip Planning

I am the SW Region Member Rep so if you have any questions let me know. @Iwata77 is a multi-Region Member Rep based out of Tulsa.
If you are on Facebook feel free to join us there as well, Overland Bound – Southwest.
 
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Kent R

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El Dorado, Ca
First Name
Kent
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Reynolds
Member #

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Retired Firefighter
Hey Overland Bound! My name is Chris. I live in the Lawton, OK area. My rig is a 2016 Ford F-150 Platinum. I usually take my family camping once or twice per year, but we are very interested in getting into overlanding. I have been working on my truck over the past couple of years, and my son just got a 2011 Jeep Wrangler Sahara. Would love to meet up with some members and learn as much as we can. Looking forward to it. Thanks!
Welcome to Overland Bound Chris
The closest Member Representative to you for local information is @Prerunner1982 & @Iwata77 both can help you out in the OK area.
Your Regional Director is @brien 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

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

1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Hello from Downeast Maine ( Brewer)
I have a 2001 Dodge 1500 ext cab short bed. I explore Maine through camping and hiking. I have always been into off road. My rig is my daily driver and transporter of my toys. I use it as my plow rig during the einter and for getting to my favorite ice fishing spots.
During the summer I do back road and trail exploring looking for old homesteads to metal detect and just to be with nature
Welcome to Overland Bound
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
You are in the East Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY
The closest Member Representative to you is @Beans
Your Regional Director is @Nomadik Nova
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Kent R

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El Dorado, Ca
First Name
Kent
Last Name
Reynolds
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1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Location: California
My rig: 2014 Jeep Wrangler unlimited sport w/3.5" suspension lift and 35" mts
Experience: I grew up going camping at a very young age. I've always wanted to get back to camping and exploring the outdoors. I would say I'm a novice to overlanding.
Welcome to Overland Bound
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; Central Valley @TOMB
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
There is an occasional meet up in Bakersfield you might be interested in.
US West - Bakersfield Meet Ups
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Kent R

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El Dorado, Ca
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Kent
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Reynolds
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Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Location: Colorado
Rig: 1973 Pinzgauer 710M
Experience: possible noob
Welcome to Overland Bound
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
You are in our Rocky Mountain Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY
Social Media:
Telegram; OLB - Colorado
RM FB; Overland Bound - Rocky Mountain
Our Rocky Mountain Regional Director is @Neal A. Tew
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Kent R

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El Dorado, Ca
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Kent
Last Name
Reynolds
Member #

1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Hello to all in the Overland Bound community from the high plains of Texas!

I probably give the name “novice” a new meaning, but after acquiring a 92 Defender, my interest in overlanding has grown into a burning desire. In January of this year, I sold my business and find myself retired. Really, not a bad gig, but am finding that I have a lot more time to pursue other interests.
I’m looking forward to meeting members of this community, and learning as I go.
Welcome to Overland Bound
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
You are in the Southwest Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY
The closest Member Representative is @Prerunner1982
There is also a member I would say is close but it is Texas, @Navy-Jeeper in Odessa. He is a great off road resource
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Kent R

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Pathfinder III

5,200
El Dorado, Ca
First Name
Kent
Last Name
Reynolds
Member #

1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Hello to all in the Overland Bound community from the high plains of Texas!

I probably give the name “novice” a new meaning, but after acquiring a 92 Defender, my interest in overlanding has grown into a burning desire. In January of this year, I sold my business and find myself retired. Really, not a bad gig, but am finding that I have a lot more time to pursue other interests.
I’m looking forward to meeting members of this community, and learning as I go.
Welcome to Overland Bound
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
You are in the Southwest Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY
The closest Member Representative is @Prerunner1982
There is also a member I would say is close but it is Texas, @Navy-Jeeper in Odessa. He is a great off road resource
Quick adult & youthTread Lightly online awareness course.
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TahokaTex

Rank IV
Member

Pathfinder II

996
New Home Texas
First Name
Dell
Last Name
Cannon
Member #

25654

Hello Dell (@TahokaTex ), welcome from Oklahoma. Don't hold that against me, I am originally from Lubbock, just got misplaced. :laughing:

You are in the Southwest Region. Check out the Southwest Region sub-forum for local information and involvement opportunities.

Here is the link to the forum calendar and Meet-Up event page: Overland Bound Meetups
Or to check out what other members are planning go here: Overland Trip Planning

I am the SW Region Member Rep so if you have any questions let me know.
Thank you Jon for reaching out. Since you are a misplaced Lubbockite, I’ll let the Okie thing go.:tearsofjoy: I appreciate the information, look forward to meeting you sometime.
 
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TahokaTex

Rank IV
Member

Pathfinder II

996
New Home Texas
First Name
Dell
Last Name
Cannon
Member #

25654

Welcome to Overland Bound
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
You are in the Southwest Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY
The closest Member Representative is @Prerunner1982
There is also a member I would say is close but it is Texas, @Navy-Jeeper in Odessa. He is a great off road resource
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Thank you Kent! I appreciate the info.
 
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BB-XCountry

Rank II

Contributor III

421
Abbotsford
First Name
Lee
Last Name
Roberts
Member #

25635

Hi everyone,

Location: British Columbia, CAN
Rig: 2014 Jeep JKU (Sahara with a few mods)
Experience: Moderate (in past my vehicle was just a means to get to hiking areas, wife and I are now using it to explore more)
 
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EisenWill

Rank II

Enthusiast I

434
Luray, VA, USA
First Name
Will
Last Name
Baukhages
Member #

25987

Ham/GMRS Callsign
N4WIL
Hello Overland Bound community!
I'm located in the Shenandoah Valley of Va. I grew up here and moved back a few years ago after twenty or so years in SW Colorado. Driving a pretty much stock '14 Tacoma DC TRD Offroad. Planning some minor upgrades to suspension and for reliability and to accomodate needs of vehicle based camping with a family. Not likely that we will be doing any true overlanding, just shorter weekend trips for the most part so I don't want to go to extremes. I enjoyed the Overland Bound YT content so decided to become a member here. I have some 4wd experience from living in and around Silverton and Durango CO and am rediscovering the opportunities here in the Appalachians. We just attended the Mountain State Overland AdventureXFest in the beautiful Alleghany Highlands and had a blast! Looking forward to more of the same!

Will

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Welcome to Overland Bound
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
You are in the East Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY
The closest Member Representative to you is @JRElaxED & @Zombie
Your Regional Director is @Nomadik Nova
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Thanks! Did the Tread Lightly online course after signing up here. Looking forward to participating in the forums and meeting other members in person.

Will
 
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Tortoise Overland

Rank IV
Member

Enthusiast II

1,009
Rehoboth, MA, USA
First Name
Michael
Last Name
Lathwood
Member #

25800

Ham/GMRS Callsign
N3MFL
Service Branch
U.S. Army
Just new learners to overlanding, but experienced offroaders. Our names are Michael and Lynn Lathwood. Lynn is in healthcare administration, and I am a Senior RF Field Service Technician. I am also LCI certified, and I have been an Amateur Radio Operator 28 years. I know COMMS.
 

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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
Just new learners to overlanding, but experienced offroaders. Our names are Michael and Lynn Lathwood. Lynn is in healthcare administration, and I am a Senior RF Field Service Technician. I am also LCI certified, and I have been an Amateur Radio Operator 28 years. I know COMMS.
Welcome To Overland Bound Michael and Lynn.
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
You are in the Southeast Region, local information can also be found in the “Overland Bound by Region”
OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY
Your Regional Director is @AdventureWithDanan . The closest Member Representative to you for local information is @Hank Outdoors who also has a large meet-up planed in October.
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Kent R

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Pathfinder III

5,200
El Dorado, Ca
First Name
Kent
Last Name
Reynolds
Member #

1632

Ham/GMRS Callsign
K6KNT
Service Branch
Retired Firefighter
Hi everyone,

Location: British Columbia, CAN
Rig: 2014 Jeep JKU (Sahara with a few mods)
Experience: Moderate (in past my vehicle was just a means to get to hiking areas, wife and I are now using it to explore more)
Welcome to Overland Bound
The closest Member Representative to you for local information is @Gabriel Bozeman
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
Quick adult & youthTread Lightly online awareness course.
https://www.treadlightly.org/learn/online-courses/
Tread Lightly! Youth Online Course