Spring 2017

Overland Expo West 2017 set up at a new venue just south of downtownFlagstaff - the Fort Tuthill County Park. We found ourselves balancing nostalgia for the rustic Mormon Lake site against the reality that Overland Expo outgrew its former home. Expo has become so much more than enthusiasts gathering to swap stories, tips, and skills.

What?  I thought to myself.  Wait, what?  I eyed my phone’s screen for the second time in a matter of seconds.  I carefully read the news flash: President Obama has created the Bears Ears National Monument in southeastern Utah.  Talk and rumors became reality.  President Obama created the second largest monument in the lower 48 at over 1.3 million acres.  The largest national monument, Grand Staircase Escalante Monument, is also located in Utah and a very close neighbor.   Utah’s public lands grew considerably with the President’s signature.  Utahans felt overjoyed, right?  Not exactly.

There’s the age old question of should or shouldn’t I get a snorkel. On a popular FJ Cruiser forum it’s ten pages deep of back and forth banter espousing the pros and cons of having one. There’s everything from power gains, waterproofing to clean air. But in the end, it’s your rig and even if it’s as simple as liking the look, then go for it. The only thing to remember is, it’s permanent. Unless of course you shell out for a new painted fender.

Their travels and adventures inspire us to step out into the world and truly experience life.

We have followed along as they visit remote villages in South America, cross deserts in Africa, and traverse mountain passes in Asia.