newbie to offroading
 

I'm new to the sport and have a 96 Grand Cherokee that I have been going off
road with. I havn't done to much since I just started but am looking for
some trails to go on and someone to go with. I'm am in Southern California
near LA/Palmdale area. I have a stock jeep so I'm looking for an easy to
moderate trail. I have been finding places around my area that I've been
going to but it's not wise to go by myself just in case something happens or
I get stuck. I know there are clubs out there but since I just started, I
want to start out small and work my way up. Just seeing if there is anyone
out there in the area that knows of a moderate trail they can recommend for
a stock ZJ (I think it has the Up Country Suspension package).

Re: newbie to offroading
 

Welcome!!!

You can practice some of your skills at a place called Azusa Canyon. This
is the local mud hole for most of the year. But there is also some other
things to do there. There are books you can buy that have a lot of trails
in southern Ca.

take care,

Shamus
CJ-5
SOA
D30 front
D44 rear ( BROKEN STILL!!!)
33"

Re: newbie to offroading
 

Welcome!!!

You can practice some of your skills at a place called Azusa Canyon. This
is the local mud hole for most of the year. But there is also some other
things to do there. There are books you can buy that have a lot of trails
in southern Ca.

take care,

Shamus
CJ-5
SOA
D30 front
D44 rear ( BROKEN STILL!!!)
33"

Re: newbie to offroading
 

Welcome!!!

You can practice some of your skills at a place called Azusa Canyon. This
is the local mud hole for most of the year. But there is also some other
things to do there. There are books you can buy that have a lot of trails
in southern Ca.

take care,

Shamus
CJ-5
SOA
D30 front
D44 rear ( BROKEN STILL!!!)
33"

Re: newbie to offroading
 

Welcome!!!

You can practice some of your skills at a place called Azusa Canyon. This
is the local mud hole for most of the year. But there is also some other
things to do there. There are books you can buy that have a lot of trails
in southern Ca.

take care,

Shamus
CJ-5
SOA
D30 front
D44 rear ( BROKEN STILL!!!)
33"

Re: newbie to offroading
 

"Sean" <jumpjet101@excite.com> wrote in message
: I know there are clubs out there but since I just started, I
: want to start out small and work my way up.
:

Hey Sean, this is the best time to join a club!

Involvment with a club can provide you with:

- education, learn from the mistakes of others, local trails.
- resources, getting to know good local shops (and those to avoid).
- inspiration, planned runs, impromptu get togethers.

I think if club members gave it a second thought, most would say membership
dues were the best initial investment on their vehicles.
-Brian

Re: newbie to offroading
 

"Sean" <jumpjet101@excite.com> wrote in message
: I know there are clubs out there but since I just started, I
: want to start out small and work my way up.
:

Hey Sean, this is the best time to join a club!

Involvment with a club can provide you with:

- education, learn from the mistakes of others, local trails.
- resources, getting to know good local shops (and those to avoid).
- inspiration, planned runs, impromptu get togethers.

I think if club members gave it a second thought, most would say membership
dues were the best initial investment on their vehicles.
-Brian

Re: newbie to offroading
 

"Sean" <jumpjet101@excite.com> wrote in message
: I know there are clubs out there but since I just started, I
: want to start out small and work my way up.
:

Hey Sean, this is the best time to join a club!

Involvment with a club can provide you with:

- education, learn from the mistakes of others, local trails.
- resources, getting to know good local shops (and those to avoid).
- inspiration, planned runs, impromptu get togethers.

I think if club members gave it a second thought, most would say membership
dues were the best initial investment on their vehicles.
-Brian

Re: newbie to offroading
 

"Sean" <jumpjet101@excite.com> wrote in message
: I know there are clubs out there but since I just started, I
: want to start out small and work my way up.
:

Hey Sean, this is the best time to join a club!

Involvment with a club can provide you with:

- education, learn from the mistakes of others, local trails.
- resources, getting to know good local shops (and those to avoid).
- inspiration, planned runs, impromptu get togethers.

I think if club members gave it a second thought, most would say membership
dues were the best initial investment on their vehicles.
-Brian

Re: newbie to offroading
 

Howdy Sean,
I'm in El Mirage just east of Palmdale. We have a OHV park here that
would be ideal for you. Send an e-mail and see what we can work out.

Frank X. Morris
http://community.webtv.net/Sulkhalil/SalukiCornerChime

Re: newbie to offroading
 

Howdy Sean,
I'm in El Mirage just east of Palmdale. We have a OHV park here that
would be ideal for you. Send an e-mail and see what we can work out.

Frank X. Morris
http://community.webtv.net/Sulkhalil/SalukiCornerChime

Re: newbie to offroading
 

Howdy Sean,
I'm in El Mirage just east of Palmdale. We have a OHV park here that
would be ideal for you. Send an e-mail and see what we can work out.

Frank X. Morris
http://community.webtv.net/Sulkhalil/SalukiCornerChime

Re: newbie to offroading
 

Howdy Sean,
I'm in El Mirage just east of Palmdale. We have a OHV park here that
would be ideal for you. Send an e-mail and see what we can work out.

Frank X. Morris
http://community.webtv.net/Sulkhalil/SalukiCornerChime

Re: newbie to offroading
 

"Frank Morris" <Sulkhalil@webtv.net> wrote:
> Howdy Sean,
> I'm in El Mirage just east of Palmdale. We have a OHV park here that
> would be ideal for you. Send an e-mail and see what we can work out.
>
> Frank X. Morris
> http://community.webtv.net/Sulkhalil/SalukiCornerChime

My Dad has lived near El Mirage for over 30 years! We visited a couple
years ago and drove his buggy all over the place, what a great area! I'm
trying to talk hubby into driving my TJ out there to play!

Seahag

Re: newbie to offroading
 

"Frank Morris" <Sulkhalil@webtv.net> wrote:
> Howdy Sean,
> I'm in El Mirage just east of Palmdale. We have a OHV park here that
> would be ideal for you. Send an e-mail and see what we can work out.
>
> Frank X. Morris
> http://community.webtv.net/Sulkhalil/SalukiCornerChime

My Dad has lived near El Mirage for over 30 years! We visited a couple
years ago and drove his buggy all over the place, what a great area! I'm
trying to talk hubby into driving my TJ out there to play!

Seahag

Re: newbie to offroading
 

"Frank Morris" <Sulkhalil@webtv.net> wrote:
> Howdy Sean,
> I'm in El Mirage just east of Palmdale. We have a OHV park here that
> would be ideal for you. Send an e-mail and see what we can work out.
>
> Frank X. Morris
> http://community.webtv.net/Sulkhalil/SalukiCornerChime

My Dad has lived near El Mirage for over 30 years! We visited a couple
years ago and drove his buggy all over the place, what a great area! I'm
trying to talk hubby into driving my TJ out there to play!

Seahag

Re: newbie to offroading
 

"Frank Morris" <Sulkhalil@webtv.net> wrote:
> Howdy Sean,
> I'm in El Mirage just east of Palmdale. We have a OHV park here that
> would be ideal for you. Send an e-mail and see what we can work out.
>
> Frank X. Morris
> http://community.webtv.net/Sulkhalil/SalukiCornerChime

My Dad has lived near El Mirage for over 30 years! We visited a couple
years ago and drove his buggy all over the place, what a great area! I'm
trying to talk hubby into driving my TJ out there to play!

Seahag

Re: newbie to offroading
 

Howdy Seahag,
It is popular out here and can get crowded but not as bad as Glamis.
When I go out on the dry lake and the OHV park I go on a week day and
have it to myself except for the film crews LOL

Frank X. Morris
http://community.webtv.net/Sulkhalil/SalukiCornerChime

Re: newbie to offroading
 

Howdy Seahag,
It is popular out here and can get crowded but not as bad as Glamis.
When I go out on the dry lake and the OHV park I go on a week day and
have it to myself except for the film crews LOL

Frank X. Morris
http://community.webtv.net/Sulkhalil/SalukiCornerChime

Re: newbie to offroading
 

Howdy Seahag,
It is popular out here and can get crowded but not as bad as Glamis.
When I go out on the dry lake and the OHV park I go on a week day and
have it to myself except for the film crews LOL

Frank X. Morris
http://community.webtv.net/Sulkhalil/SalukiCornerChime

Re: newbie to offroading
 

Howdy Seahag,
It is popular out here and can get crowded but not as bad as Glamis.
When I go out on the dry lake and the OHV park I go on a week day and
have it to myself except for the film crews LOL

Frank X. Morris
http://community.webtv.net/Sulkhalil/SalukiCornerChime

Re: newbie to offroading
 

"Frank Morris" <Sulkhalil@webtv.net> wrote:
> Howdy Seahag,
> It is popular out here and can get crowded but not as bad as Glamis.
> When I go out on the dry lake and the OHV park I go on a week day and
> have it to myself except for the film crews LOL

Interesting place the dry lake, in addition to all the cool cars there were
sand boats and shot-putters!
Heehee, my favorite sight was the bar-bus with it's christmas lights
cruising the meet. I didn't get to actually drive on the lake tho, the
mirage was really strong that day and I was afraid to push my Dad's buggy
since my feet barely reached the pedals:^)

Seahag

Re: newbie to offroading
 

"Frank Morris" <Sulkhalil@webtv.net> wrote:
> Howdy Seahag,
> It is popular out here and can get crowded but not as bad as Glamis.
> When I go out on the dry lake and the OHV park I go on a week day and
> have it to myself except for the film crews LOL

Interesting place the dry lake, in addition to all the cool cars there were
sand boats and shot-putters!
Heehee, my favorite sight was the bar-bus with it's christmas lights
cruising the meet. I didn't get to actually drive on the lake tho, the
mirage was really strong that day and I was afraid to push my Dad's buggy
since my feet barely reached the pedals:^)

Seahag

Re: newbie to offroading
 

"Frank Morris" <Sulkhalil@webtv.net> wrote:
> Howdy Seahag,
> It is popular out here and can get crowded but not as bad as Glamis.
> When I go out on the dry lake and the OHV park I go on a week day and
> have it to myself except for the film crews LOL

Interesting place the dry lake, in addition to all the cool cars there were
sand boats and shot-putters!
Heehee, my favorite sight was the bar-bus with it's christmas lights
cruising the meet. I didn't get to actually drive on the lake tho, the
mirage was really strong that day and I was afraid to push my Dad's buggy
since my feet barely reached the pedals:^)

Seahag

Re: newbie to offroading
 

"Frank Morris" <Sulkhalil@webtv.net> wrote:
> Howdy Seahag,
> It is popular out here and can get crowded but not as bad as Glamis.
> When I go out on the dry lake and the OHV park I go on a week day and
> have it to myself except for the film crews LOL

Interesting place the dry lake, in addition to all the cool cars there were
sand boats and shot-putters!
Heehee, my favorite sight was the bar-bus with it's christmas lights
cruising the meet. I didn't get to actually drive on the lake tho, the
mirage was really strong that day and I was afraid to push my Dad's buggy
since my feet barely reached the pedals:^)

Seahag