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Items That Don’t Belong on a 4WD Trip

  By Tom Severin July 24, 2019 September 9, 2019 2019 Articles, Environmental Impact, Things To Know

If you’re a regular reader, you’ll recall that I often stress the virtues of proper packing for your 4WD trip. Having the right gear and supplies can make or break a four-wheeling experience. At the same time, taking the wrong stuff can be bad for you, your vehicle and the… Continue reading

Refresh Your First-Aid Kit

  By Tom Severin June 14, 2019 June 16, 2019 2019 Articles, Safety

Summer has arrived, which means the four-wheeling season is kicking into high gear. Now is a good time to inspect all your gear, including first-aid kits. First-aid kits are easy to overlook. They’re usually tucked away and tend not to get used often. But when you did need one¦well, it’s… Continue reading

Ham Radio Use Off-Road

  By Tom Severin May 20, 2019 June 11, 2019 2019 Articles, Communications

 I had just pulled into a gas station in Big Pine, Calif. Tim and I were scouting for a trip and agreed to meet at the gas station mid-morning. Tim arrived ahead of me and was chatting with a guy. We learned that this individual, Dave, had suffered two flat… Continue reading

Four-Wheeling Fears

  By Tom Severin May 9, 2019 June 11, 2019 2019 Articles, Equipment, Vehicle

Over the years of off-road instructing, I have heard many concerns “ indeed, fears “ from newer drivers. (Even experienced four-wheelers have doubts from time to time.) The dozens of thoughts expressed by my students can be grouped into seven categories. Here are those top seven concerns, and how you… Continue reading

Safeguard Gear, Food from Varmints, Vagrants and Weather

  By Tom Severin March 21, 2019 June 11, 2019 2019 Articles, Camping, Food, Things To Know

We had just returned from a day of 4-wheeling. Our base campsite in the Mojave Desert was a beautiful patch of lush desert with cholla, creosote bushes, Joshua trees, and Mojave yucca. Each of us headed for our tents. At one point I heard one camper yell out, What the ¦?!. He… Continue reading

Do You Have a Tire Failure Strategy?

  By Tom Severin February 13, 2019 May 25, 2022 2019 Articles, Vehicle Repair

Tires are generally your number one problem driving off-road. Tires, by their nature, take a lot of abuse while off road. Trails are anything but smooth. Stuff happens! A stick jams into the sidewall; a rock that is ideal to skip across a lake slices the sidewall like butter; or… Continue reading

How to Make Great Beef Jerky

  By Tom Severin January 16, 2019 June 11, 2019 2019 Articles, Food

Some food groups are a natural fit for certain activities. Think chicken wings while watching football games on the TV (or any sporting event, if you’re in a bar). Or hot dogs at the ball park. Chips and salsa while playing cards. I’ll add one to the mix: homemade beef… Continue reading

Understanding the Public Land Survey System

  By Tom Severin December 22, 2018 May 7, 2022 2018 Articles, How Does It Work, Land Use, Navigation, Things To Know

In 2009, I needed to renew my permit to guide trips on the Mojave Road starting on the Colorado River and traveling about 140 miles into California. The Mojave Road was established by the Indians living near the Colorado river to trade with the Indians near the Pacific Ocean. During… Continue reading

Go Exploring

  By Tom Severin November 18, 2018 June 11, 2019 2018 Articles, Events, Navigation

I speak a lot about being fully prepared for the 4WD experience. Knowing where you’re going, what you’ll need along the way, and when you’ll be back. That’s all well and good. But sometimes a little adventure is called for. You yearn to try something new. To go out exploring (overlanding,… Continue reading

The Forgotten Items!

  By Tom Severin October 28, 2018 June 11, 2019 2018 Articles, Camping, Communications, Equipment, Things To Know

One constant in four-wheeling is the need to pack properly. Because we’re off on our own “ away from the conveniences of city life “ we have to be self-sufficient. Not only do we prepare for the expected (camping, cookouts, and such), we must try to prepare for the unexpected…. Continue reading

Pros and Cons of Four-Wheeling Alone

  By Tom Severin September 12, 2018 August 26, 2019 2018 Articles, Safety
Recovery

Bob said he had to get back. We were two days into a three day trip through the Mojave Desert. He assured me that he knew the way back. At one-point Bob arrived at a river crossing. He had crossed it several times in the past. Normally it was only… Continue reading

Top 10 Fears of a 4WD Trail Leader

  By Tom Severin August 24, 2018 June 11, 2019 2018 Articles, How Does It Work, Things To Know

Have you ever wondered about being a Trail Leader? Ever imagined yourself guiding a group of four-wheelers down historic trails and through scenic landscapes? What has stopped you? Most likely a lack of confidence. Understandable. Leading a group of four-wheelers is quite a bit different from being just another participant…. Continue reading

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