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Posts Tagged ‘Adventure’

Interview with Mark A. Smith

Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011

In 1953, Mark A. Smith organized the first-ever Jeep Jamboree across the Sierra Nevada Mountains by way of the old Rubicon Trail. Often referred to as the founder of modern day off-road travel, Mark A. Smith has played an integral part in establishing the Jeep brand as the “Go Anywhere, Do Anything” brand it is today.

Below is a video from Pearse Umlauf, Vice-President and General Manager, of Jeep Jamboree USA interviewing Mark A. Smith from questions provided by Jeep Jamboree participants. Check it out and click the 2011 Guidebook image below to read about Jeep Jamboree events, trip locations, and other information about Jeep Jamborees. (more…)

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Jeep Off-Road Tips & Techniques

Monday, February 21st, 2011

Whether you’re new to Jeeping or a veteran, planning a trip in your Jeep vehicle requires responsible recreation to keep the opportunities to enjoy off-road travel open for everyone. Check out our latest video series featuring tips on rock crawling, traveling on gravel roads, and other helpful techniques to get you ready for your next backcountry adventure. (more…)

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Flash Stove by Jetboil

Thursday, February 3rd, 2011

There are times when there are only one or two people and there isn’t a need for cooking a large meal. There are also times when something as simple as a can of soup or hot water for coffee or cocoa is all that is desired or needed and in other situations likebackpacking, you want to utilize space and weight as best you can and a smaller cooking unit is preferred. Jetboil has the solution for being able to cook while out on your favorite hike, camping trip, or any other outdoor adventure you may be on while still needing to cook small amounts or separate servings. That solution is the “Flash.” (more…)

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Jeep Grille Adventures Camp Kitchen & Cookbook

Thursday, January 27th, 2011

Jeep Grille Adventures is an adventure book of Jeep excursions, inclusive of Chef Mark’s recipes while out on the trail and in the backcountry. (more…)

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Capturing the Splendor of America’s Hidden Treasures – Part II

Tuesday, January 25th, 2011

Some of the world’s most beautiful and untouched wilderness lies virtually outside your front door. In the unmatched brilliance of High Definition, we bring fellow explorers to these places. They are off road enthusiast like you and me. We all have our favorite hidden treasures – places that are not over-run by tourists – that can’t be reached through “normal” means of travel. (more…)

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Popcorn on the Trail

Saturday, January 22nd, 2011

Popcorn is one of things I miss on a long overland trip. Planning and packing for meals on a week  or longer trip where a grocery store is just a faint memory can be challenging. Just think of the last market visit you made in preparation of  overland travel.    Even with an Engel fridge or the largest cooler, space for fresh or frozen items is at a premium. (more…)

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The First Overland

Wednesday, January 19th, 2011

What about overland?’ I quipped, chewing on a wad of salted fish, running the spoon around my mess tin, chasing the last few grains of rice. The minute Noel looked up, I knew he was hooked on the idea of driving home. ‘ (more…)

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Hypothermia Run

Thursday, January 13th, 2011

Driving for hours up a mountain in the snow, with the express purpose of sleeping outdoors in freezing temperatures, sounds like lunacy to most people. Nearly everybody I mentioned it to, in fact. Looking for someone to go with, I floated the idea to a couple of local Jeep clubs that I belong to. After all, misery loves company but in the end there were only two people crazy enough to do it with me. (more…)

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I’ve Got the Winter-time, No Jeepin’ Blues

Tuesday, January 11th, 2011

It’s the coldest month in northern Minnesota and I’ve got the wintertime, no Jeepin’ blues. I can already hear you saying that I’m a wimp and should “man-up, Barbie” and get out on the trail, but hear me out. The weather forecast is for almost 20 degrees below zero this weekend, my heater only works on warm days, and there’s not much daylight yet. I’ve got a list of Jeep repairs/upgrades as long as my arm, and a heated garage to do them in. I’m not going Jeepin’ for a reason…and it’s not just because the season is freezing. (more…)

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From Plains to Vistas – Palo Duro Adventure

Tuesday, January 4th, 2011

While on the way to Palo Duro Canyon State Park, a sense of excitement and curiosity overcame me. This would be my very first Jeep Jamboree event, and I didn’t know what to expect. It was also the 20th anniversary for Jeep Jamboree, founded by Mark A. Smith, which made the event even more exciting. (more…)

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Stann Grater of the Orvis Company

Sunday, December 26th, 2010

For those who enjoy fly fishing, the name Orvis is highly recognizable and garners respect within the community. Chef Mark DeNittis of JPFreek recently had the opportunity to sit down and visit with Stann Grater, an avid and experienced fly fisherman who is also a long-time Orvis guide. (more…)

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Crossroads of a Revolution

Wednesday, December 15th, 2010

Over two hundred years ago a small area of the pinelands in New Jersey, referred to as the Pine Barrens, bustled with activity such as sawmills, glass-making factories, and your typical general stores of the era. (more…)

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