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FYI - The name is a joke, there's nothing even close to "formal" about this event! UPDATE: The location has changed to a dry/dispersed campsite instead of the campground, see below! This year the party is in Cottonwood, AZ! We've got plenty of fun planned (even beyond the fireside shenanigans and general good time!). Attend an easy to moderate trail ride on Saturday, or just play tourist in Cottonwood, Jerome or Sedona (did someone say winery tour?). Back at camp later you can enter to win some great Offroad Passport swag in the homemade salsa contest or one of our epic camp-challenge games! So grab the family and come spend a weekend tent or RV camping with us. Don't be that person hearing about all the great stuff you missed for the next whole year - sign up now! Location: Our original campground reservation was canceled due to COVID-19... Location confirmed! We've found a dispersed camp spot accessible by higher-clearance trucks/SUVs and RVs. It's 30 minutes east of Camp Verde, just off AZ Hwy 260 on Forest Road 142H. I don't believe the Forest Road is signed with a number, so you'll need the map or GPS coords below. Google Maps link... GPS coordinates: 34.505833, -111.582222 Alternate coordinates format: 34° 30.35' N, 111° 34.9333' W Photo of the turnoff here... just EAST of mile marker 241! Important: This spot is currently bone dry but would be too muddy for RV's if it rains a ton the week before the event. Just in case, we have a backup location about 10 miles away, right off AZ Hwy 87. Cost: Camping Cost: There is no longer a camping fee due to the change in location, please contact us if you pre-paid and did not already receive a full refund. Suggested Donation: This is our annual fundraising event and a donation of $15/person (adult) would be greatly appreciated. We're not doing a raffle or receiving anything from campsite fees this year. Club & Supporting Membership fees typically only cover our absolute most basic operating costs and so we're really relying on folks to donate. Please see Diane at the event to make your donation. Itinerary: Friday Arrive anytime, most folks show up mid afternoon. Setup your campsite. NEW: Pumpkin carving on-your own anytime after arrival. Dinner (self-prepared) and social time, be sure to welcome any new faces! Saturday Morning Depart camp 9 AM for trail ride (details below), or head into Cottonwood/Jerome on your own for touristy stuff, or just hang out and relax at camp! Saturday Afternoon / Evening Offroad Passport Annual Salsa Contest! Jack-o-Lanterns that were carved on Friday go on display! GAMES!!! Navigation Challenge, Tent Erection Challenge, maybe more! Join the fun and win prizes! Social time, visit with old friends and get to know new folks! Sunday Leisurely break camp & head home anytime! Important Details: Be sure to bring everything you need for meals, including to cook with (there are no common grills, tables, or seating). Alcohol at camp is OK - please be responsible and respectful. ABSOLUTELY NO DRINKING & DRIVING! This is a family-friendly event! Saturday Trail Ride: We'll lead an easy to moderate rated trail ride: Clover Springs / FR 142, click here for details... Be sure to you are at the campsite before 9AM on Saturday if you're coming on the trail ride! We will be traveling on paved roads from camp to the trail and back, so vehicles must be street-legal/licensed or towed. CB Channel: 4 or Ham Frequency: 146.460Mhz (it's ok if you don't have either for this run) Remember to bring your lunch, plenty of water, and chairs! NEW!! Pumpkin Carving Contest: Bring your own pumpkin and carving tools Trash bags and votive candles provided Carve at camp Friday afternoon or evening, or Saturday after the trail rides Finished Jack-o-lanterns on display Saturday evening - Everyone come VOTE for your favorite! Jack-o-lantern with the most votes wins a Super Secret Fun Prize! Annual Salsa Contest: Enter your homemade salsa! Keep salsa on ice until Saturday evening. Offroad Passport will supply chips, and you're welcome to bring more. EVERYONE come enjoy the chips and salsas and PLEASE VOTE for the winner! The salsa with the most votes wins a Offroad Passport T-Shirt! How you can help out: We need EZ-Ups or other shelters, please let us know if you can bring one for use in a common area. Bring your corn hole or other lawn games to play at camp. Be sure to stow and haul away your own trash. Familiarize yourself with Offroad Passport's Pet Policy Make a donation (see "Suggested Donation" info above). Tee's & Hats Available at the Event: Event Special Prices! Color Shirts: $10, White Shirts: $7 Dark Gray Digi Hats: $15 Since the games and salsa contest winners gets to pick out a shirt, we're bringing all of them. Just let Diane know if you want to buy some Offroad Passport swag! Photo credit: Sarah aka kaspily. Organizers & Trail Leaders: @Number7 & @dzJeepChic @theksmith Attending: @Bradywgn71 & @kaspily @4x4tographer @AZRNintheJeep242 @johnpa @shellback91 @Curly @capsul (not-confirmed) @K2man56 @lofreqjeff @Lichen @ob1jeeper & @Ladybug @GRUNT @Eugene @gouacats (not-confirmed) @MzPriss & @Cher's Dad @Riddler (not-confirmed) @KtroubleA @gearhead @IB_Sarah @mynr1 @Russ Chung Simply post in this thread saying you'd like to go and we'll put you on the roster!- 132 replies
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11th Annual Dirt Formal Gala: near Cottonwood, AZ: 4x4 Easy: Improved Campground
dzJeepChic posted a calendar event in Community Calendar
untilThis year the party is in Cottonwood, AZ! We've got plenty of fun planned (even beyond the fireside shenanigans and general good time!). Attend an easy to moderate trail ride on Saturday, or just play tourist in Cottonwood, Jerome or Sedona (did someone say winery tour?). Back at camp later you can enter to win some great Offroad Passport swag in the homemade salsa contest or one of our epic camp-challenge games! So grab the family and come spend a weekend tent or RV camping with us at Dead Horse Ranch State Park. Don't be that person hearing about all the great stuff you missed for the next whole year - sign up now! FYI - The name is a joke, there's nothing even close to "formal" about this event! Open to Everyone! - Sign up & more information here... -
We're running Mud Springs trail, but only going as far as 'the big hill' where we'll break for lunch and anybody who wants to challenge themselves can go up 'the big hill' and back down again. Then we'll head back. It'll still be a full day of fun wheeling and gorgeous scenery. Bit of Trivia: Back in the day when the Offroad Passport team were noob's, 'the big hill' was as far as we ever got on the Mud Springs Trail, so in a sense it was the end of the trail for us then. Meet-up: 8:30 AM - Depart for trail 8:45 AM (or when everyone is ready) Baja gas station (Chevron) on Hwy 87 and Fort McDowell Rd: MAP Additional Info: No permit is required for this trip. CB Channel: 4 Ham Frequency: 146.46 Driver Requirement: This trail is for experienced 4x4 enthusiasts only. Vehicle Minimums: All vehicles are required to meet state legal requirements, (i.e.: current registration and insurance) Have functional seat-belts for each occupant Each vehicle must have a CB Radio or a Ham Radio in good working order Must have suitable recovery points front and rear High-clearance 4x4's with some lift and a low-range 33"+ aggressive all-terrain or mud-terrain tires Full skid plate protection & rock rails required A locker is highly recommended Vehicle Recommendations: Low axle gearing, upgraded axle shafts, 4:1 transfer case, 33"+ tires, custom roll-cage. CB Channel: 4 Ham Frequency: 146.46 MHz Trail Leaders: @Number7 & @dzJeepChic @theksmith Attending: @scottL Post to this thread that you'd like to go and we'll add you to the roster.
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A few of us escaped COVID-19 sheltering yesterday, and ran Hackberry Creek trail, near Superior, AZ. Don't worry, @Number7, @theksmith, @scottL, and I stayed away from each other! The trail has really eroded in a few places giving it a solid Difficult rating. Funny thing is, 'The Ledge' that used to give everybody a tough time is no problem now days. You can see all the pictures I took here: Diane's Pictures Starting out with a bang, we immediately came to a tricky obstacle. Going down The Fin This is The Ledge that used to be a more difficult obstacle. Superior in the distance with Weaver's Needle in the background Excellent weather, and it was nice to be outdoors for a change.
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Club Members! Check out our adventure to the Cliff House in southern Arizona. In an effort to keep the Cliff House in good condition, I am not sharing publicly. Link to story:
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Here are some pictures from the trail ride yesterday. Thanks everyone who came out to enjoy the day! The weather was beautiful, and we had a nice day. Along for the ride were: @klaykrusher @Eugene @GRUNT @gearhead @lofreqjeff @curbjumper @Number7 & me. See all my pictures here: Montana Mountain Pictures Here are a few Grunt is already trying to pick fights 🤣
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Full day run on 03/07/2020 to the Verde River and around the Pine Mountain Wilderness Route Overview: Cave Creek Rd (24) north to Bloody Basin Rd (269) east to Childs Rd (16/16A) north to 1676 (USGS) / 57 (Google) west to (parallel to Houston Creek) Verde Hot Springs Rd (57) north to Dugas Rd (68G) east to Verde River (closed crossing), then Dugas Rd (68G) west to Dugas Rd (County 171) west to I17 Air up point Click here for more information and to sign up!
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Montana Mountan Trail, near Gold Canyon, AZ 4x4 Easy
Offroad Passport posted a calendar event in Community Calendar
Montana Mountain is a easy trail northwest of Florence Junction and northwest of Superior. Some sections are steep, and rutted. Stock vehicles with high ground clearance and articulation should be fine. Club Members: Sign up & more info... -
Coke Ovens Loop, near Florence, AZ - 4x4 Moderate
dzJeepChic posted a calendar event in Community Calendar
We're going to run the Coke Ovens Loop New Years Day. Full day run with lunch along the trail. It has been a long time since we have seen the Coke Ovens, it will be interesting to see what condition they're in now!! Club Members: Sign up and more info here... -
untilEnjoy the beauty and remoteness of the Arizona Strip. There can be found overlooks like Kelly Point, Twin Point, Whitmore Point, Mollies Point, Kanab Point and much more. All are seldom visited and allow great views into the Grand Canyon and its vicinity. Club Members Only: Sign up & more info...
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