Now that summer is finally in full swing, here are 5 tips to make sure your next DirtRoadTrip is a success. Here are some words of wisdom that will ensure you don't end up being "that guy" everyone is talking about around the campfire. 5. Plan Ahead You would think this piece of advice would be common sense, but you'd be amazed at how many people we run into on the … [Read more...]
Memorial Day Weekend Ramblings – Big Levels Trail
After probably the worst (weather wise) May EVER here in the Mid-Atlantic, we were itching to give ourselves a break from work and a never-ending list of home improvement projects, and also to get out and stretch the 4Runner, which lately has been relegated to Home Depot runs and commuter duty (sad face). The weather finally cooperated over Memorial Day weekend - we were able … [Read more...]
Overland Kitchen – Mobile Foodie Survival Kit
So let’s get three things straight. I love the outdoors, I love great food, and I love to cook. Cooking to me is such a fun and creative outlet. My dad was an inspirational cook and I really have him to thank for what has become a lifelong passion with food and cooking. This article is hopefully one of many in a series of articles I’m coining, “Overland Kitchen,” which … [Read more...]
Top 5 Overlanding Apps
Let’s face it. We’re all obsessed with apps. There is an app for everything ranging from finding the love of your life to pulverizing some confectionary during your most recent office meeting. I’m a bit of a minimalist when it comes to apps. I have a handful of tools/apps I keep on my phone and you won’t find me furiously swiping through a million apps when looking for … [Read more...]
Top 5 DC Area Road Trips – 2016
One of the most common questions we receive is "where's a good place to hit the dirt that isn't a day long drive from DC?" So we've finally decided to compile a list of some of our favorite locations that are within a 2 hour drive from the DC area. All of the locations listed below are stock vehicle friendly, but a lot of that can always be weather dependent. As always, we … [Read more...]
