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2024 Desert Rendezvous: Official Thread
- Thread starter Dave
- Start date
Added to Calendar: 22-02-24, 23-02-24, 24-02-24, 25-02-24
Make sure you always read the fine print 
*RSVP's are Non-Transferable due to insurance requirements. RSVP's are Non-Refundable due to hard costs associated with event administration and logistics. Dogs must be leashed at all times. Keep away from fire or flames. Read on at your own risk. Rules subject to change at any time without prior notification. Quantities are unlimited while supplies last. If any defects are discovered, too bad. Offer void where prohibited. Some restrictions apply. Sometime, but not all the time. Offer not valid in Mexico. Any resemblance to real persons, living or walking dead is purely coincidental. Limited time offer, act now to ensure prompt delay. May be too intense for some. For recreational use only. Subject to change on a whim. All schedules are on island time. Posting a reply constitutes agreement. For off-highway use only. Not politically correct. Not as seen on TV. One size fits all. Sometimes. Contains a substantial amount of traditional American ingredients. For outdoor use only. List was current at time of printing. Not responsible for direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect, error or failure to perform. Falling rock. Deep sand. Possible carnage. Must be present to win. Avoid contact with skin. Sanitized for your protection. Sign here without admitting guilt. Beware of dog. Beware of kid. Approved for US veterans. Attend event at extreme risk of shattered stereotypes and fun. Some equipment shown is optional. Price includes shenanigans. No Dinars, Baht, Yen or Pesos. No solicitors. Banthas must be leashed at all times. No anchovies unless otherwise specified. First pull up, then pull down. Some of the trademarks mentioned in this product appear for identification purposes only. American Adventurist © is a registered trademark of American Adventurist. Do not fold, spindle or mutilate. Event is provided "as is" without any warranties. Do not get out until the truck comes to a complete stop. Your mileage may vary. This article does not reflect the thoughts or opinions of either myself, my company, my friends, or my dog. Don't quote me on that. Don't quote me on anything. All rights reserved. Kind of. Terms are subject to change without notice. Illustrations are slightly enlarged to show detail. Do not remove this disclaimer under penalty of law. This article is void where prohibited, taxed, or otherwise restricted. Use of this article in a manner not in conformance with labeling may be a violation of Federal, State, or Local Laws, Statutes, or Regulations and may or may not subject the user to maximum enforcement under these laws, statutes, or regulations. Caveat emptor. Reader assumes full responsibility. Limit one-per Adventurist please. No carpetbaggers. Offer valid only at participating Rendezvous sites. Disclaimer does not cover misuse, accident, lightning, flood, tornado, tsunami, volcanic eruption, earthquake, fire, hurricanes and other Acts of God, neglect, damage from incorrect line voltage, improper or unauthorized tinkering, broken antenna or marred paint, missing or altered sheet metal, electromagnetic radiation from nuclear blasts, sonic boom vibrations, customer modifications that are not covered in this list, and incidents owing to an airplane crash, ship sinking or taking on water, motor vehicle crashing, quicksand, dropping off a cliff, falling rocks, leaky roof, broken glass, mud slides, bottomless moon dust, fire, or projectile (which can include, but not be limited to, arrows, bullets, buckshot, BB's, shrapnel, lasers, napalm, torpedoes, emissions of X-rays, Alpha, Beta and Gamma rays, knives, stones, dung, spitballs etc.). A Certification in BS may be required for acceptance at some campsites. Affiliated with a bunch of Californios, ARSES, 'Zonies, Yoopers, Texicans and Tarheels. This message approved by the Rendezvous Conspiracy. Long live the Rebellion. Other restrictions may apply.
This supersedes all previous notices.
*RSVP's are Non-Transferable due to insurance requirements. RSVP's are Non-Refundable due to hard costs associated with event administration and logistics. Dogs must be leashed at all times. Keep away from fire or flames. Read on at your own risk. Rules subject to change at any time without prior notification. Quantities are unlimited while supplies last. If any defects are discovered, too bad. Offer void where prohibited. Some restrictions apply. Sometime, but not all the time. Offer not valid in Mexico. Any resemblance to real persons, living or walking dead is purely coincidental. Limited time offer, act now to ensure prompt delay. May be too intense for some. For recreational use only. Subject to change on a whim. All schedules are on island time. Posting a reply constitutes agreement. For off-highway use only. Not politically correct. Not as seen on TV. One size fits all. Sometimes. Contains a substantial amount of traditional American ingredients. For outdoor use only. List was current at time of printing. Not responsible for direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect, error or failure to perform. Falling rock. Deep sand. Possible carnage. Must be present to win. Avoid contact with skin. Sanitized for your protection. Sign here without admitting guilt. Beware of dog. Beware of kid. Approved for US veterans. Attend event at extreme risk of shattered stereotypes and fun. Some equipment shown is optional. Price includes shenanigans. No Dinars, Baht, Yen or Pesos. No solicitors. Banthas must be leashed at all times. No anchovies unless otherwise specified. First pull up, then pull down. Some of the trademarks mentioned in this product appear for identification purposes only. American Adventurist © is a registered trademark of American Adventurist. Do not fold, spindle or mutilate. Event is provided "as is" without any warranties. Do not get out until the truck comes to a complete stop. Your mileage may vary. This article does not reflect the thoughts or opinions of either myself, my company, my friends, or my dog. Don't quote me on that. Don't quote me on anything. All rights reserved. Kind of. Terms are subject to change without notice. Illustrations are slightly enlarged to show detail. Do not remove this disclaimer under penalty of law. This article is void where prohibited, taxed, or otherwise restricted. Use of this article in a manner not in conformance with labeling may be a violation of Federal, State, or Local Laws, Statutes, or Regulations and may or may not subject the user to maximum enforcement under these laws, statutes, or regulations. Caveat emptor. Reader assumes full responsibility. Limit one-per Adventurist please. No carpetbaggers. Offer valid only at participating Rendezvous sites. Disclaimer does not cover misuse, accident, lightning, flood, tornado, tsunami, volcanic eruption, earthquake, fire, hurricanes and other Acts of God, neglect, damage from incorrect line voltage, improper or unauthorized tinkering, broken antenna or marred paint, missing or altered sheet metal, electromagnetic radiation from nuclear blasts, sonic boom vibrations, customer modifications that are not covered in this list, and incidents owing to an airplane crash, ship sinking or taking on water, motor vehicle crashing, quicksand, dropping off a cliff, falling rocks, leaky roof, broken glass, mud slides, bottomless moon dust, fire, or projectile (which can include, but not be limited to, arrows, bullets, buckshot, BB's, shrapnel, lasers, napalm, torpedoes, emissions of X-rays, Alpha, Beta and Gamma rays, knives, stones, dung, spitballs etc.). A Certification in BS may be required for acceptance at some campsites. Affiliated with a bunch of Californios, ARSES, 'Zonies, Yoopers, Texicans and Tarheels. This message approved by the Rendezvous Conspiracy. Long live the Rebellion. Other restrictions may apply.
This supersedes all previous notices.
DAILY SCHEDULE:
Thursday, Feb 22
12:00 pm Registration Opens
5:00 pm Registration Closed
6:00 pm Campfire Time
6:27 pm Sunset
11:00 pm Quiet Time
Friday, Feb 23 - 7:12 am sunrise
9:00 am Registration Opens
*3:00 pm Class: Caveman Fire Presented by John Rhoades
*4:00 pm Class: Tread Lightly! Presented by Dave Bennett, Master Tread Trainer
5:00 pm Registration Closed
5:00 pm BBQ social sponsored by American Adventurist
6:00 pm Campfire Time
6:28 pm Sunset
7:00 pm Shenanigans & Snacks
11:00 pm Quiet Time
Saturday, Feb 24 - 7:11 am sunrise
*8:00 am Drivers Meeting, Challenging Trail Run - Leader: @Team Nelson - Meet @ Main Fire Ring.
A challenging trail ride, labeled 4 of 10 by On-X. We will be back in time for the 1 pm class.
** No alcohol or other intoxicants are allowed during activities. We will limit this run to 12 vehicles.**
*8:30 am Drivers Meeting, Easy Trail Run - Leader TBD - Meet @ Main Fire Ring.
An easy trail ride to ???. We will be back in time for the 1 pm class.
**This route can be done by any 4WD overland vehicle. No alcohol or other intoxicants are allowed during activities. We will limit this run to 12 vehicles.**
9:00 am Registration Opens.
*10:00 am Class: Water Purification presented by Dave Bennett @ Main Fire Ring
*1:00 pm Class: Introduction to local, state, and federal Search and Rescue (SAR) by John Rhoades, NPS @ Main Fire Ring
2:00 pm Registration Closed - Last Call.
2:30 pm Kids Scavenger Hunt Prizes @ Main Fire Ring
3:00 pm Prepare dishes for Potluck & Camp Cooking Competition
5:00 pm Potluck & Camp Cooking Competition sponsored by @TemboTusk @ Main Fire Ring
6:00 pm Camp Cooking Competition and Best Decorated Campsite Winners Announced @ Main Fire Ring
6:15 pm Campfire Time
6:29 pm Sunset
7:00 pm Shenanigans & Snacks
11:00 pm Quiet Time
Sunday, Feb 25 - 7:10 am Sunrise
9:00 am Community Photo
9:30 am RENDEZVOUS RAFFLE
11:00 am Clean up camp. DO NOT LEAVE ANY TRASH BEHIND!
12:00 pm Desert Rendezvous 2024 Closed
See you all at MOUNTAIN RENDEZVOUS 2024!
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PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT:
Everybody knows that you get one raffle ticket just for showing up with an RSVP. You can get a SECOND raffle ticket for participating in the Camp Cooking Competition! Details are HERE!
But wait! There's more...
If you WIN the Camp Cooking competition as a 1st, 2nd or 3rd place dish you will win one of three prizes offered just for the Camp Cooking Competition!
Additionally, as at Mountain, Desert Rendezvous will have a BEST DECORATED CAMPSITE COMPETITION!
The theme will be "Desert Oasis".
Thursday, Feb 22
12:00 pm Registration Opens
5:00 pm Registration Closed
6:00 pm Campfire Time
6:27 pm Sunset
11:00 pm Quiet Time
Friday, Feb 23 - 7:12 am sunrise
9:00 am Registration Opens
*3:00 pm Class: Caveman Fire Presented by John Rhoades
*4:00 pm Class: Tread Lightly! Presented by Dave Bennett, Master Tread Trainer
5:00 pm Registration Closed
5:00 pm BBQ social sponsored by American Adventurist
6:00 pm Campfire Time
6:28 pm Sunset
7:00 pm Shenanigans & Snacks
11:00 pm Quiet Time
Saturday, Feb 24 - 7:11 am sunrise
*8:00 am Drivers Meeting, Challenging Trail Run - Leader: @Team Nelson - Meet @ Main Fire Ring.
A challenging trail ride, labeled 4 of 10 by On-X. We will be back in time for the 1 pm class.
** No alcohol or other intoxicants are allowed during activities. We will limit this run to 12 vehicles.**
*8:30 am Drivers Meeting, Easy Trail Run - Leader TBD - Meet @ Main Fire Ring.
An easy trail ride to ???. We will be back in time for the 1 pm class.
**This route can be done by any 4WD overland vehicle. No alcohol or other intoxicants are allowed during activities. We will limit this run to 12 vehicles.**
9:00 am Registration Opens.
*10:00 am Class: Water Purification presented by Dave Bennett @ Main Fire Ring
*1:00 pm Class: Introduction to local, state, and federal Search and Rescue (SAR) by John Rhoades, NPS @ Main Fire Ring
2:00 pm Registration Closed - Last Call.
2:30 pm Kids Scavenger Hunt Prizes @ Main Fire Ring
3:00 pm Prepare dishes for Potluck & Camp Cooking Competition
5:00 pm Potluck & Camp Cooking Competition sponsored by @TemboTusk @ Main Fire Ring
6:00 pm Camp Cooking Competition and Best Decorated Campsite Winners Announced @ Main Fire Ring
6:15 pm Campfire Time
6:29 pm Sunset
7:00 pm Shenanigans & Snacks
11:00 pm Quiet Time
Sunday, Feb 25 - 7:10 am Sunrise
9:00 am Community Photo
9:30 am RENDEZVOUS RAFFLE
11:00 am Clean up camp. DO NOT LEAVE ANY TRASH BEHIND!
12:00 pm Desert Rendezvous 2024 Closed
See you all at MOUNTAIN RENDEZVOUS 2024!
**************************************************
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT:
Everybody knows that you get one raffle ticket just for showing up with an RSVP. You can get a SECOND raffle ticket for participating in the Camp Cooking Competition! Details are HERE!
But wait! There's more...
If you WIN the Camp Cooking competition as a 1st, 2nd or 3rd place dish you will win one of three prizes offered just for the Camp Cooking Competition!
Additionally, as at Mountain, Desert Rendezvous will have a BEST DECORATED CAMPSITE COMPETITION!
The theme will be "Desert Oasis".
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bigdogsdad33
Adventurist
I am unable to attend this year's event and must cancel. Hopefully, someone on the wait list can enjoy my spot.
Have fun and stay safe.
Jeff
Have fun and stay safe.
Jeff
Strip map for easy navigation:
Once in Quartzsite, get on E Dome Rock Rd and proceed to Mitchell Mine Rd.
Follow it down until the big bend where it turns left (east). Do not follow it any further.
Proceed onto the trail here and follow it until just before Plumosa Wash. Turn left there and follow the tracks into camp.
Once in Quartzsite, get on E Dome Rock Rd and proceed to Mitchell Mine Rd.
Follow it down until the big bend where it turns left (east). Do not follow it any further.
Proceed onto the trail here and follow it until just before Plumosa Wash. Turn left there and follow the tracks into camp.
Thank you, glad to hear you enjoyed it!
