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Category: Things To Know

Redundancy Makes Sense Off-Road

  By Tom Severin December 18, 2021 December 29, 2021 2021 Articles, Camping, Equipment, Safety, Things To Know
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Anyone old enough to remember the Apollo space program may recall hearing the term redundancy. Back then, NASA was referring to extra electronics or other systems in the space capsule and lunar module. Today’s commercial aircraft also employ a certain amount of redundancy. In either case, the principle is the… Continue reading

Celebrate Freedom to go Four-wheeling

  By Tom Severin July 17, 2021 July 17, 2021 2021 Articles, Things To Know

Coming back from the Independence Day outing, I took some time to reflect on this amazing hobby. Over the years I’ve enjoyed countless hours admiring many fascinating places in the western US. There are so many possibilities open to four-wheeling that at times it’s easy to take this all for… Continue reading

Four-Wheeling for Seniors

  By Tom Severin March 20, 2021 March 29, 2021 2021 Articles, Safety, Things To Know

Four-wheeling is truly a family affair. Participants are highly encouraged to bring spouses, children, grandchildren, even grandparents along for the ride. And while driving off-road requires certain skills, there are no age limits. As long as the person can competently maneuver a vehicle over the chosen course, he or she… Continue reading

4WD Trail Guide

  By Tom Severin January 10, 2021 January 11, 2021 2021 Articles, Things To Know, Trail Leader

 You’ve been four-wheeling for some time now. Probably drove a few challenging trails and endured a weekend in ugly weather. Perhaps you participated in one of my excursions (or someone else’s) and thought, I’d like to be a Trail Guide. That’s great. While the position entails a fair amount of… Continue reading

Four-Wheelers Have A Lot To Be Thankful For

  By Tom Severin November 17, 2020 November 17, 2020 2020 Articles, Things To Know

I was well into my second day of a four-day trip through Death Valley. Suddenly, after bumping over a rut, the left front spring broke in half. I looked at it in disbelief — the rut wasn’t that deep. (The spring may have been cracked prior to hitting the rut.)… Continue reading

What’s The Name Of Your 4-Wheel Drive Vehicle?

  By Tom Severin February 26, 2020 February 26, 2020 2020 Articles, Things To Know

There is a long tradition in this country of applying names to inanimate objects. Tin Lizzie, you may recall, was the nickname given to Ford’s Model T. Some people still use the term when referring to their car. During World War II, pilots and troops would regularly give a name… Continue reading

Where is Your Winch Controller?

  By Tom Severin September 22, 2019 September 22, 2019 2019 Articles, Deadly Mistakes, Safety, Things To Know

Mt. Patterson was our destination that beautiful autumn day. Part of the Sweetwater Range and located on the western edge of the Great Basin, Mt. Patterson’s summit offers a commanding view of that area. The drive entails a slow climb on a one-lane shelf road. I was leading a group… Continue reading

Be a Guest-Focused Trail Leader

  By Tom Severin August 28, 2019 August 28, 2019 2019 Articles, Things To Know

Four-wheeling is best enjoyed in groups. (Indeed, I stress group outings for safety reasons.) At times you will be a participant. Others times you will want to be the Trail Leader. You’re proud of your skills and want to showcase the trails you enjoy exploring. Being a Trail Leader isn’t… Continue reading

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

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

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

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

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