Jeep Jamborees are two-day, family oriented four-wheel-drive adventures. They’re for every level of expertise from novice to veteran and everyone in between.
From Jeep Jamboree’s website:
Any Jeep vehicle with a 4-LO transfer case can participate – that includes everything from showroom stock all the way up to highly modified rigs. Experienced guides help navigate you through scenic switchbacks and some of the most challenging off-highway situations you never thought your Jeep vehicle was capable of. And, perhaps best of all, you’ll be meeting and making new friends along the way.
This year’s registration opens on Sunday, December 1st at 12:00am (EST) (that’s 9:00pm (PST) for us west coast folks!). These events can fill up fast, so DON’T FORGET TO SET YOUR ALARM!

The American Expedition Vehicles Brute Double Cab Pickup Truck is one of my all-time favorite off-road vehicles. They don’t sell them anywhere near me (the closest authorized dealer is down in Oceanside), and they’re the most expensive Jeep I’ve ever lusted after.
Toyota has announced at the SEMA show in Las Vegas that this is the last year for the distinctive FJ Cruiser. From the beginning Toyota said that the FJ Cruiser would be a single-generation vehicle, and – after an 8-year run – they’ve made good on that statement.
Here is one last reminder to get your registration in for Operation Desert Fun, a great fundraiser for the Cal-Diego Paralyzed Veterans Association and Cal4Wheel. Truck on down to the Truckhaven 4×4 Training Facility in the Ocotillo Wells SVRA for some all vehicle action. There are trails for all skill levels, a great vendor show, a raffle and lots more to keep you busy. Kids can even ride as long as they are accompanied by an adult.
The California Association of 4WD Clubs has posted details about their upcoming High Sierra Poker Run that taks place over Labor Day Weekend at the end of August: