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NOMAD_ACTUAL

Rank III
Member

Enthusiast I

498
Illinois, USA
First Name
Nomad
Last Name
Actual
Member #

66623

Service Branch
US Army
Hey everyone, I’m Jay.

I live in northern IL and work in WI, I’m just FINALLY getting into overlanding. I’m former Army and I’ve always been into survivalism, so overlanding/boondocking/camping/whatever you wanna call it, is right up my alley. I’m also looking forward to finding some cool lesser known locations, and getting outdoors to hike and fish, etc.
I work a corporate job which takes up a lot of time and energy, so my goal is to unplug and unwind and enjoy nature, meet cool people, and have great experiences. That’s what life is all about after all!
Anyway, I’m in the process of purchasing a 2010 Frontier and plan to go with a rooftop tent on top of a low rack (13”). I plan to lift it a couple inches and put some tires on it that are more suitable for offroad (but still great for cross country trips).
I’m excited to learn all about overlanding, survivalism, and the outdoors. This is something I’ve wanted to make a hobby/lifestyle for a long time and I’m finally able to start so I’m very excited! Hair to be here with everyone!
 

Bengt N

Rank VII
Member

Member III

6,274
Sparreholm, Södermanland, Sweden
First Name
Bengt
Last Name
Nordrup
Member #

30728

Hey everyone, I’m Jay.

I live in northern IL and work in WI, I’m just FINALLY getting into overlanding. I’m former Army and I’ve always been into survivalism, so overlanding/boondocking/camping/whatever you wanna call it, is right up my alley. I’m also looking forward to finding some cool lesser known locations, and getting outdoors to hike and fish, etc.
I work a corporate job which takes up a lot of time and energy, so my goal is to unplug and unwind and enjoy nature, meet cool people, and have great experiences. That’s what life is all about after all!
Anyway, I’m in the process of purchasing a 2010 Frontier and plan to go with a rooftop tent on top of a low rack (13”). I plan to lift it a couple inches and put some tires on it that are more suitable for offroad (but still great for cross country trips).
I’m excited to learn all about overlanding, survivalism, and the outdoors. This is something I’ve wanted to make a hobby/lifestyle for a long time and I’m finally able to start so I’m very excited! Hair to be here with everyone!
Hallo Jay
Welcome to OBO
Greetings from Sweden
WBR
Bengt N
 

El-Dracho

Ambassador, Europe
Moderator
Member
Supporter
Investor

Off-Road Ranger III

13,288
Lampertheim, Germany
First Name
Bjoern
Last Name
Eldracher
Member #

20111

Ham/GMRS Callsign
DO3BE
New member, I’m Michael, just bought a 2007 FJ and looking to get into over-landing more. Looks like the rig was previously owned by member #17212 I’d love to meet who owned it and see what mods they did and what fun they had with it. Thanks!View attachment 285040
Hi Michael,

Welcome to Overland Bound!

Greetings from currently Romania,
Bjoern
 

El-Dracho

Ambassador, Europe
Moderator
Member
Supporter
Investor

Off-Road Ranger III

13,288
Lampertheim, Germany
First Name
Bjoern
Last Name
Eldracher
Member #

20111

Ham/GMRS Callsign
DO3BE
Hey everyone, I’m Jay.

I live in northern IL and work in WI, I’m just FINALLY getting into overlanding. I’m former Army and I’ve always been into survivalism, so overlanding/boondocking/camping/whatever you wanna call it, is right up my alley. I’m also looking forward to finding some cool lesser known locations, and getting outdoors to hike and fish, etc.
I work a corporate job which takes up a lot of time and energy, so my goal is to unplug and unwind and enjoy nature, meet cool people, and have great experiences. That’s what life is all about after all!
Anyway, I’m in the process of purchasing a 2010 Frontier and plan to go with a rooftop tent on top of a low rack (13”). I plan to lift it a couple inches and put some tires on it that are more suitable for offroad (but still great for cross country trips).
I’m excited to learn all about overlanding, survivalism, and the outdoors. This is something I’ve wanted to make a hobby/lifestyle for a long time and I’m finally able to start so I’m very excited! Hair to be here with everyone!
Hi Jay and welcome to Overland Bound!

Greetings from Europe,
Bjoern
 

Bengt N

Rank VII
Member

Member III

6,274
Sparreholm, Södermanland, Sweden
First Name
Bengt
Last Name
Nordrup
Member #

30728

New Members,

Welcome to the Overland Bound community! Please take a few moments to introduce yourself so we can get to know you!

A few things you might want to include in your introduction are:

1) Picture! If you have a rig, we want to see it!
2) Location (General area is fine)
3) Rig (Year, Make, Model, etc.)
4) Overlanding Experience Background (Novice or Experienced, you're welcome here!)

We're glad you've found us and look forward to sharing our adventures with you!

In addition to getting to know you, here are the guideline sent to all Moderators of the forums. It's a natural reflection of our community, and what Overland Bound is all about:

From @administrator
  • Overlanding is: "Vehicle Dependent Travel". Nothing else.
  • We will not further define "overlanding".
  • "Capable" depends on the requirements of the trip, and we take that very seriously.
  • You are an Overlander: Overlanding is for everyone who has exploration and adventure in their heart, or, who need to be reinvigorated by connecting with nature. Nature is unforgiving. You must rise to a certain level of personal awareness to survive. Sound right? Overlanding is for you.
  • Encourage uncomplicated ventures into the great outdoors. Don't over pack.
  • Be prepared, and understand basic requirements. Question folks, to be sure they are aware of what is required. Don't assume.
  • Share without reservation, trip locations, and information.
  • It doesn't matter what you drive: The only requirement of an Overlander is that the vehicle serves the job required, safely.
  • We do not care about make or model.
  • We do not engage in "this is better than that" competitions.
  • We DO give advice about how to make your vehicle ready for what you need. Share knowledge.
  • Humility.
  • We respect, fear, and protect nature.
  • "I don't know" is a great answer.
  • We don’t brag about exploits.
  • We seek answers from the community when we don’t know.
  • We engage in the very smallest of interactions.
Hi I am new here and I am a professional dog trainer
Hallo Carlo
Welcome to OBO
Greetings from Sweden
WBR
Bengt N
 

freak4life

Local Expert
Member

Contributor II

1,300
Cañon City, Colorado, USA
First Name
rich
Last Name
anderssohn
Hey everyone, I’m Jay.

I live in northern IL and work in WI, I’m just FINALLY getting into overlanding. I’m former Army and I’ve always been into survivalism, so overlanding/boondocking/camping/whatever you wanna call it, is right up my alley. I’m also looking forward to finding some cool lesser known locations, and getting outdoors to hike and fish, etc.
I work a corporate job which takes up a lot of time and energy, so my goal is to unplug and unwind and enjoy nature, meet cool people, and have great experiences. That’s what life is all about after all!
Anyway, I’m in the process of purchasing a 2010 Frontier and plan to go with a rooftop tent on top of a low rack (13”). I plan to lift it a couple inches and put some tires on it that are more suitable for offroad (but still great for cross country trips).
I’m excited to learn all about overlanding, survivalism, and the outdoors. This is something I’ve wanted to make a hobby/lifestyle for a long time and I’m finally able to start so I’m very excited! Hair to be here with everyone!
Hello Jay, welcome to Overland Bound. Blessings for your service, thank you very much!
 

roots66

Local Expert, Texas USA
Launch Member
Member

Member III

3,477
Weir, TX, USA
First Name
Mike
Last Name
Roots
Member #

16968

Service Branch
USAF
Hey everyone, I’m Jay.

I live in northern IL and work in WI, I’m just FINALLY getting into overlanding. I’m former Army and I’ve always been into survivalism, so overlanding/boondocking/camping/whatever you wanna call it, is right up my alley. I’m also looking forward to finding some cool lesser known locations, and getting outdoors to hike and fish, etc.
I work a corporate job which takes up a lot of time and energy, so my goal is to unplug and unwind and enjoy nature, meet cool people, and have great experiences. That’s what life is all about after all!
Anyway, I’m in the process of purchasing a 2010 Frontier and plan to go with a rooftop tent on top of a low rack (13”). I plan to lift it a couple inches and put some tires on it that are more suitable for offroad (but still great for cross country trips).
I’m excited to learn all about overlanding, survivalism, and the outdoors. This is something I’ve wanted to make a hobby/lifestyle for a long time and I’m finally able to start so I’m very excited! Hair to be here with everyone!
Hello and welcome to the OB family.
 

Shahn

Rank VI
Member

Off-Road Ranger I

4,418
Snohomish County, WA, USA
First Name
Shahn
Last Name
Brown
Member #

29302

Ham/GMRS Callsign
GMRS - WRQD549
Hey everyone, I’m Jay.

I live in northern IL and work in WI, I’m just FINALLY getting into overlanding. I’m former Army and I’ve always been into survivalism, so overlanding/boondocking/camping/whatever you wanna call it, is right up my alley. I’m also looking forward to finding some cool lesser known locations, and getting outdoors to hike and fish, etc.
I work a corporate job which takes up a lot of time and energy, so my goal is to unplug and unwind and enjoy nature, meet cool people, and have great experiences. That’s what life is all about after all!
Anyway, I’m in the process of purchasing a 2010 Frontier and plan to go with a rooftop tent on top of a low rack (13”). I plan to lift it a couple inches and put some tires on it that are more suitable for offroad (but still great for cross country trips).
I’m excited to learn all about overlanding, survivalism, and the outdoors. This is something I’ve wanted to make a hobby/lifestyle for a long time and I’m finally able to start so I’m very excited! Hair to be here with everyone!
Greetings Jay, welcome to Overland Bound!
 

El-Dracho

Ambassador, Europe
Moderator
Member
Supporter
Investor

Off-Road Ranger III

13,288
Lampertheim, Germany
First Name
Bjoern
Last Name
Eldracher
Member #

20111

Ham/GMRS Callsign
DO3BE
New Members,

Welcome to the Overland Bound community! Please take a few moments to introduce yourself so we can get to know you!

A few things you might want to include in your introduction are:

1) Picture! If you have a rig, we want to see it!
2) Location (General area is fine)
3) Rig (Year, Make, Model, etc.)
4) Overlanding Experience Background (Novice or Experienced, you're welcome here!)

We're glad you've found us and look forward to sharing our adventures with you!

In addition to getting to know you, here are the guideline sent to all Moderators of the forums. It's a natural reflection of our community, and what Overland Bound is all about:

From @administrator
  • Overlanding is: "Vehicle Dependent Travel". Nothing else.
  • We will not further define "overlanding".
  • "Capable" depends on the requirements of the trip, and we take that very seriously.
  • You are an Overlander: Overlanding is for everyone who has exploration and adventure in their heart, or, who need to be reinvigorated by connecting with nature. Nature is unforgiving. You must rise to a certain level of personal awareness to survive. Sound right? Overlanding is for you.
  • Encourage uncomplicated ventures into the great outdoors. Don't over pack.
  • Be prepared, and understand basic requirements. Question folks, to be sure they are aware of what is required. Don't assume.
  • Share without reservation, trip locations, and information.
  • It doesn't matter what you drive: The only requirement of an Overlander is that the vehicle serves the job required, safely.
  • We do not care about make or model.
  • We do not engage in "this is better than that" competitions.
  • We DO give advice about how to make your vehicle ready for what you need. Share knowledge.
  • Humility.
  • We respect, fear, and protect nature.
  • "I don't know" is a great answer.
  • We don’t brag about exploits.
  • We seek answers from the community when we don’t know.
  • We engage in the very smallest of interactions.
Hi I am new here and I am a professional dog trainer
Hi Carlo,

Welcome to Overland Bound!

Greetings from Romania,
Bjoern
 

El-Dracho

Ambassador, Europe
Moderator
Member
Supporter
Investor

Off-Road Ranger III

13,288
Lampertheim, Germany
First Name
Bjoern
Last Name
Eldracher
Member #

20111

Ham/GMRS Callsign
DO3BE
I am Micheal from Philippines. I recently moved to Dubai to start are new life. I am waiting for winters to come to hop on some camping with my son.
Hi Michael,

Welcome to Overland Bound!

Our member @Dimitri_Raptis is located in Saudi amd a valuable source for information about overlanding in your region.

Greetings from Europe,
Bjoern
 

paul87250

Rank VIII
Launch Member

Off-Road Ranger III

10,095
Folles, Haute-Vienne, France
First Name
paul
Last Name
Newbold
Member #

18967

Hey everyone, I’m Jay.

I live in northern IL and work in WI, I’m just FINALLY getting into overlanding. I’m former Army and I’ve always been into survivalism, so overlanding/boondocking/camping/whatever you wanna call it, is right up my alley. I’m also looking forward to finding some cool lesser known locations, and getting outdoors to hike and fish, etc.
I work a corporate job which takes up a lot of time and energy, so my goal is to unplug and unwind and enjoy nature, meet cool people, and have great experiences. That’s what life is all about after all!
Anyway, I’m in the process of purchasing a 2010 Frontier and plan to go with a rooftop tent on top of a low rack (13”). I plan to lift it a couple inches and put some tires on it that are more suitable for offroad (but still great for cross country trips).
I’m excited to learn all about overlanding, survivalism, and the outdoors. This is something I’ve wanted to make a hobby/lifestyle for a long time and I’m finally able to start so I’m very excited! Hair to be here with everyone!
Hi jay,

Welcome to the OB community from us all in France.

Cheers Paul and Nicky
 

paul87250

Rank VIII
Launch Member

Off-Road Ranger III

10,095
Folles, Haute-Vienne, France
First Name
paul
Last Name
Newbold
Member #

18967

I am Micheal from Philippines. I recently moved to Dubai to start are new life. I am waiting for winters to come to hop on some camping with my son.
Hi Micheal,

Welcome to the OB community from us all in France.

Good luck with your new life in Dubai.

Cheers Paul and Nicky
 

paul87250

Rank VIII
Launch Member

Off-Road Ranger III

10,095
Folles, Haute-Vienne, France
First Name
paul
Last Name
Newbold
Member #

18967

New Members,

Welcome to the Overland Bound community! Please take a few moments to introduce yourself so we can get to know you!

A few things you might want to include in your introduction are:

1) Picture! If you have a rig, we want to see it!
2) Location (General area is fine)
3) Rig (Year, Make, Model, etc.)
4) Overlanding Experience Background (Novice or Experienced, you're welcome here!)

We're glad you've found us and look forward to sharing our adventures with you!

In addition to getting to know you, here are the guideline sent to all Moderators of the forums. It's a natural reflection of our community, and what Overland Bound is all about:

From @administrator
  • Overlanding is: "Vehicle Dependent Travel". Nothing else.
  • We will not further define "overlanding".
  • "Capable" depends on the requirements of the trip, and we take that very seriously.
  • You are an Overlander: Overlanding is for everyone who has exploration and adventure in their heart, or, who need to be reinvigorated by connecting with nature. Nature is unforgiving. You must rise to a certain level of personal awareness to survive. Sound right? Overlanding is for you.
  • Encourage uncomplicated ventures into the great outdoors. Don't over pack.
  • Be prepared, and understand basic requirements. Question folks, to be sure they are aware of what is required. Don't assume.
  • Share without reservation, trip locations, and information.
  • It doesn't matter what you drive: The only requirement of an Overlander is that the vehicle serves the job required, safely.
  • We do not care about make or model.
  • We do not engage in "this is better than that" competitions.
  • We DO give advice about how to make your vehicle ready for what you need. Share knowledge.
  • Humility.
  • We respect, fear, and protect nature.
  • "I don't know" is a great answer.
  • We don’t brag about exploits.
  • We seek answers from the community when we don’t know.
  • We engage in the very smallest of interactions.
Hi I am new here and I am a professional dog trainer
Hi Carlo,

Welcome to the OB community from us all in France.

Cheers Paul and Nicky
 

Karmaman Adventures

Rank II
Member

Enthusiast I

404
Española, Rio Arriba County, New Mexico, United States
First Name
Johnny
Last Name
Bowman
Member #

32438

Hello all,
My name is Johnny, and my wife is Luana. We moved from Washington State a little over 2 years ago to Northern New Mexico. At the beginning of this year, we purchased an overlanding trailer and started adventuring around New Mexico with some planned trips to Northern Arizona, Utah, and Colorado. Would love to meet up with someone from either of those states.