theksmith 5,778 Posted May 21, 2025 (edited) The 16th annual Dirt Gala will be at the Cinders again! Come spend the weekend camping with us at the O'Leary group site near Sunset Crater in your tent, trailer, or RV. Saturday morning we'll do an optional moderate trail ride into the Cinders OHV area, have lunch, then return to camp. You could also just hang out at camp, go into Flagstaff and play tourist, or explore on your own! Chock full of friends, family, games, prizes, laughter and dirt – there’s fun for everyone! So grab the whole family and join us. Don't be that person hearing about all the awesome stuff you missed for the next whole year! Sign up now! Note: This event is open to everyone! You do NOT need to be a club member to attend. LOCATION The O'Leary Group Site near Sunset Crater & The Cinders OHV area, just outside Flagstaff, AZ. Click here for directions... We have the WEST and NORTH loops this year (the large one on the left as you come in, and the middle one). This is a semi-primitive group campsite with paved access, vault toilets, charcoal grills, tables, and a central shelter. Note that there are NO hookups, however the shelter does have a spigot and an 120v outlet for temporary use (blenders, etc.). Individual spots are NOT reserved within the group area and space is limited. If you have a Travel Trailer or RV, we recommend you get there by 4pm to secure a big enough spot! SIGN-UPS / TICKETS Reply to this thread to sign-up, then click here to visit our online store and purchase your virtual tickets with a credit card or Paypal. We'll mark you as "paid" once you checkout and then you're all good to show up! A camping ticket (Tent, Trailer, or Motorhome) includes admission for you and your immediate family! If you are NOT camping, then please purchase one "Attending but not camping (1 Adult)" ticket for each adult. Children are free! No ticket sales at the event, please purchase online ahead of time. Tickets are fully refundable up until July 31st, so don't hesitate to sign-up early and secure your spot! Note: This is ORP's annual fundraising event, and the camping reimbursements are an important source of revenue for the club/website. Thank you all in advance! ITINERARY Friday (9/5) Arrive anytime after 2 PM. Setup your campsite, meet & greet people as they arrive! Dinner (self-prepared). Campfire social time, visit with old friends and get to know the new folks! Saturday (9/6) Optional: Line up rigs at 9:30 AM for the 4x4 moderate rated Cinders OHV area trail ride (around 4 hours). Must have a 4-low transfer case option & suitable tow points. Please bring a trail lunch, and plenty of water! Late afternoon: The game(s)! These are for 2 person teams, so partner up! Annual salsa & dip contest after the games (see below). Dinner time (self-prepared), then head over to the common area for... 50/50 raffle drawing, awarding prizes, and ORP announcements. More campfire social time! Sunday (9/7) Breakfast (self-prepared) Leisurely break camp, bid friends adieu & head home! Everyone must to be out of the group site by 11 AM. Annual Salsa & Dip Contest: Enter your homemade salsa or chip/veggie dip! Keep on ice until Saturday evening. Offroad Passport supplies the chips, but you're welcome to bring more. Everyone come hungry! Enjoy the chips, salsas and dips and VOTE for the winners! Salsa and dip contestants will compete for 1 prize this year. However, you can enter as many salsas/dips as you want! 50/50 Raffle: Back by popular demand is a 50/50 raffle! Tickets on sale Saturday afternoon/evening. 1 winning ticket drawn Saturday evening. The winner gets 50% of the ticket sales! (the Club keeps the other half). $5 per ticket, or $20 for five tickets (bring cash) IMPORTANT NOTES This is a family-friendly event! Alcohol at camp is OK but please be responsible and respectful. ABSOLUTELY NO DRINKING & DRIVING! Click here to read ORP's Pet Policy... Please print, sign, and bring a copy of the participation agreement with you. Click here for that form... Be sure to bring everything you need for meals including stoves/dishes/etc. 2025 Gala Shirts are available to order (3 styles in multiple colors & sizes). Click here to purchase... HOW YOU CAN HELP! Bring your corn-hole or other lawn games to play at camp. ORP swag (hats, shirts, etc.) will be on display and available for purchase at special Gala discount prices! (bring cash). Please bring 1 or 2 bundles of firewood for the community campfire UPDATE: Coconino NF is back to Stage 1 fire restrictions, meaning we can have a wood fire in the campground! ATTENDING NOTE: Sign-ups are a little different this year, please see above for details! @theksmith -- PAID: 1 Travel Trailer & Vehicle @Bradywgn71 -- PAID: 1 Motorhome & Vehicle @Riddler -- PAID: 2 Attending not camping @mbuckner -- PAID: 1 Tent & Vehicle (CANCELED) @4WLNRN -- PAID: 1 Tent & Vehicle @Curly -- PAID: 1 Travel Trailer & Vehicle @Lichen -- PAID: 1 Tent & Vehicle @shellback91 -- PAID: 1 Tent & Vehicle @4x4tographer -- PAID: 1 Motorhome & Vehicle @ob1jeeper -- PAID: 1 Motorhome & Vehicle @Mick Bowers -- PAID: 1 Travel Trailer & Vehicle @SonoranWanderer -- PAID: 1 Overland Trailer & Vehicle @CAVU2 -- PAID: 2 Attending not camping (CANCELED) @Jeep XO -- PAID: 1 Tent & Vehicle @johnpa -- PAID: 1 Tent & Vehicle @LisaL -- PAID: 1 Overland Trailer & Vehicle @OnPointOffroad -- PAID: 1 Motorhome & Vehicle @SouthWest Jeep Junkies -- PAID: 1 Overland Trailer & Vehicle @CurtAZ -- PAID: 1 Tent & Vehicle, 1 Vehicle add-on @dulcym -- PAID: 1 Overland Trailer & Vehicle @mynr1 -- PAID: 1 Overland Trailer & Vehicle @Lecia Smith -- PAID: 1 Travel Trailer & Vehicle @Angela Holladay -- PAID: 1 Tent & Vehicle @OffroadFun -- PAID: 1 Tent & Vehicle @greyst -- PAID: 1 Tent & Vehicle @J2DXPLR -- PAID: 1 Tent & Vehicle @Montana Pete -- PAID: 1 Motorhome & Vehicle Edited September 3, 2025 by theksmith Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bradywgn71 1,008 Posted May 21, 2025 Looking forward to this. Paid through the store link. 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
4WLNRN 774 Posted May 21, 2025 Count me in, will be tent camping 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mbuckner 208 Posted May 21, 2025 Paid via the store. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Curly 1,317 Posted May 21, 2025 Please add Devon and I, Bringing our truck and travel trailer. Paid via the store. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shellback91 2,305 Posted May 21, 2025 Sign me up for tent camping. I'll pay up shortly. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
4WLNRN 774 Posted May 21, 2025 8 minutes ago, shellback91 said: Sign me up for tent camping. I'll pay up shortly. Shall I bring a couple cigars? 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shellback91 2,305 Posted May 21, 2025 1 minute ago, 4WLNRN said: Shall I bring a couple cigars? Heck yeah, I'll bring a couple too. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
4WLNRN 774 Posted May 21, 2025 17 minutes ago, shellback91 said: Heck yeah, I'll bring a couple too. Awesome!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
