US Rocky Mountain Rigs & Brunch in Grand Junction

[matthewg]

Let's get together.

We'll have a 30 minute arrival window / show rigs.

9:30-10am arrival window.

9:55am we'll walk over to a brunch spot. To discuss gear, trail learnings, trip planning, mods, future trips? life.
After - more rig time

Location here:

https://maps.app.goo.gl/C2hmCxFNee8SHrZ57

Note: if you're new to this and don't have much to discuss about your set up, we'd still love to meet you and learn about how overlanding/vehicle-based adventure fits into your world.

View Rally Point

 

[matthewg]

Hey ya'll, in the area for a few weeks and thought I'd see if there's community potential here. I'll solidify a location once I see a few folks are open to it. Thanks! Looking forward to meeting some folks.

 

[zgfiredude]

I am fairly certain I can make it....let's see what kind of interest develops!

 

[matthewg]

@zgfiredude rad! I can look for brunch spots (open to suggestions too, a table + good parking spot is normally my vibe). I have a few leads.

I also host something in Salt Lake City a few times a year and we get about 20-25 folks. I'd be game if a few people can make it. I noticed a like from @LRO and @Neal A. Tew – not sure if they're local though. The notifications may have blasted farther than some folks would travel to. We'll see! Appreciate you chiming in.

 

[Neal A. Tew]

@zgfiredude rad! I can look for brunch spots (open to suggestions too, a table + good parking spot is normally my vibe). I have a few leads.

I also host something in Salt Lake City a few times a year and we get about 20-25 folks. I'd be game if a few people can make it. I noticed a like from @LRO and @Neal A. Tew – not sure if they're local though. The notifications may have blasted farther than some folks would travel to. We'll see! Appreciate you chiming in.

I've got my notifications set up so that I receive a push when any event is created.

The front range of Colorado has a pretty active group although it primarily communicates via Telegram now.

 

[matthewg]

@zgfiredude rad! I can look for brunch spots (open to suggestions too, a table + good parking spot is normally my vibe). I have a few leads.

I also host something in Salt Lake City a few times a year and we get about 20-25 folks. I'd be game if a few people can make it. I noticed a like from @LRO and @Neal A. Tew – not sure if they're local though. The notifications may have blasted farther than some folks would travel to. We'll see! Appreciate you chiming in.

I've got my notifications set up so that I receive a push when any event is created.

The front range of Colorado has a pretty active group although it primarily communicates via Telegram now.

Thanks Neal! Is there a link for the group by any chance?

 

[Neal A. Tew]

@zgfiredude rad! I can look for brunch spots (open to suggestions too, a table + good parking spot is normally my vibe). I have a few leads.

I also host something in Salt Lake City a few times a year and we get about 20-25 folks. I'd be game if a few people can make it. I noticed a like from @LRO and @Neal A. Tew – not sure if they're local though. The notifications may have blasted farther than some folks would travel to. We'll see! Appreciate you chiming in.

I've got my notifications set up so that I receive a push when any event is created.

The front range of Colorado has a pretty active group although it primarily communicates via Telegram now.

Thanks Neal! Is there a link for the group by any chance?

@Iridium, can you help?

 

[Reesnick]

Matthew, I’m interested in coming down there with my wife. I’m a little confused on what the location is. My 4 x 4 just gave out and I have to take it into the shop to get it fixed. So I won’t be going on any trails, but I don’t think that was the intent on this event. I haven’t even opened this app in a couple years. So, thanks for reaching out. 9:30 AM to 1 PM what’s the location?
Gratefully, Bruce

 

[matthewg]

Hey @zgfiredude and @Reesnick - and perhaps anyone else that sees this - I'm going to scope out a spot this afternoon for brunch, I'll update the location on this thread tomorrow.

And @Reesnick , the location isn't solidified yet, didn't know how many folks were active in this area. Looks like enough interest for me! Correct, this isn't a trail run, just a rigs and brunch to meet locals.

Looking forward to meetin' ya'll.

 

[matthewg]

Location acquired.

Park here @ 9:30am - 9:50am:

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10am we'll walk over to Devil's Kitchen to have brunch, menu here:

Menus | Devil's Kitchen in Grand Junction, CO

Devil’s Kitchen provides panoramic views of the monument landscape from its rooftop location at the Hotel Maverick. Featuring a vibrant design that match its creative & regionally-inspired menu, Devil’s Kitchen strives to elevate the Grand Junction dining and craft cocktail scene.

www.devilskitchenrestaurant.com

I have an RSVP in for 6.

1 - me
1 - @zgfiredude
2 - @Reesnick

@zgfiredude , if you've got a +1 let me know. :) (I know you were a high probable maybe)

Attached a photo of our table! I confess, I picked this spot partly because of that view. :)

I've also updated the main event.

If anyone else can go let me know, otherwise will check Saturday AM.

 

[Reesnick]

Matthew, my rig is being towed right now. I want to network b/c all my current camping adventures with my big family have started by meeting new people first. Barney brothers introduced us to Telluride and Silverton. DK has nice food. Been there a couple times. I’d like to rain check and get together in the near future: expecting van to be done in 2-3 weeks. I’ll send you my cell for private messaging. Is that ok?

 

[matthewg]

@Reesnick yes that's easier, thanks for letting me know!

 

[Reesnick]

I can’t figure out how to send you a private message. Not so sure I wanna post my phone number on a chat that can be opened by others. Suggestions?

 

[matthewg]

Hey @Reesnick , I sent you a private message. :)

To the others, I'm about to head over soon. See ya'll there, whoever's going!