EVENT IS FULL - RSVP IS CLOSED!
American Adventurist is proud to announce our 12th Annual Desert Rendezvous!
Save the date: 9-12 February 2023. Vicinity of Quartzite, AZ
Desert Rendezvous combines camping with tons of activities ranging from our famous camp cooking competition to classes, exploring, and our renowned raffle where everyone gets a chance to win big! Proceeds benefit CORVA as we fight to keep public lands open to 4WD enthusiasts nationwide!
EVENT IS FULL - RSVP IS CLOSED
**************************************************
*We are no longer handling cash at the event. You must agree to our Terms of Service and be a Registered Member here. Groups must register vehicles individually.
*A hold harmless will be provided at the event, signature is required for participation. All proceeds cover operating costs for this event, and we will be making a donation to CORVA after the event again this year!
IMPORTANT ATTENDEE INFO:
See the Post #2 in this thread for the RSVP List. You will be added to that list once confirmed.
CAMP COORDINATES: N33.64427 W114.13900
*Copy and paste to Google Earth or Google Maps and it guides you right to the vicinity of the DRV campfire (look for our banners!).
*There will be a POTLUCK / CAMP COOKING COMPETITION again this year!
*We are having a full cord of firewood delivered onsite again this year!
*Limited edition commemorative 2023 Desert Rendezvous morale patches and decals will be handed out during check-in along with your raffle ticket. Only RSVP's will receive this. Quantities are limited.
**************************************************
DAILY SCHEDULE:
Thursday, Feb 9
12:00 pm Registration Opens
5:00 pm Registration Closed
6:00 pm Campfire Time
6:16 Sunset
11:00 pm Quiet Time
Friday, Feb 10 - 7:25 sunrise
9:00 am Registration Opens
*3:00 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
6:17 Sunset
7:00 pm Shenanigans & Snacks
11:00 pm Quiet Time
Saturday, Feb 11 - 7:24 sunrise
8:00 am -Class: Overland Coffee presented by Wildland Coffee @ Main Fire Ring
*8:00 am Drivers Meeting, Challenging Trail Run - Leader: @CanyonStateOverland - Meet @ Main Fire Ring.
A challenging trail ride to Diablo Pass and back again. We will be back in time for the 1 pm class.
**This route requires 35’s and rear locker. 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 @J&K - Meet @ Main Fire Ring.
An easy trail ride to a place called Horse Tanks off the KOFA road followed up by Skull Rock then an optional quick hike on foot into beautiful Palm Canyon. 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: First Aid presented by Nik Gutierrez, MD @ Main Fire Ring
*1:00 pm Class: Expert Recovery presented by Bill Burke & Chris Cole @ 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 TEMBO TUSK @ Main Fire Ring
6:00 pm Camp Cooking Competition Winners and Prizes Announced @ Main Fire Ring
6:15 pm Campfire Time
6:18 Sunset
7:00 pm Shenanigans & Snacks
11:00 pm Quiet Time
Sunday, Feb 12 - 7:22 sunrise
09:00 am Community Photo
09:30 am RENDEZVOUS RAFFLE
11:00 am Clean up camp, leave it better than we found it. DO NOT LEAVE ANY TRASH BEHIND, NADA!
12:00 pm Desert Rendezvous 2023 Closed
See you all at MOUNTAIN RENDEZVOUS 2023!
**************************************************
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!
**************************************************
OUR 8 COMMON SENSE CAMP RULES:
1. Common Sense!
2. Respect for Others!
3. Self Sufficiency! It would be a shame if you suffered needlessly.
4. Tread Lightly! Please.
5. Speed limit in camp is 5 mph for safety! *Make no dust.
6. Kids MUST be supervised! *Feral children will be rounded up and placed in a holding pen full of candy.
7. Dogs MUST be leashed at ALL times. *Dogs found off leash will be fed a nuclear mixture of Cheez Wiz, bacon fat, and peanut butter.
8. Quiet time in camp is 1100 PM. *That's when the disco music stops.
DISCLAIMER:
A. YOU MUST COME PREPARED - THE DESERT WILL REVEAL WHAT YOU OVERLOOKED!
B. YOU ASSUME ALL LIABILITY FOR YOURSELF. PLAY AT YOUR OWN RISK ON PUBLIC LANDS PER OUR TERMS OF SERVICE AND THE HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT.
C. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE FUN!
**************************************************
Comm Plan:
Ham:
146.520 simplex calling
147.585 simplex for chit chat
CB:
Ch 38 for calling
FRS for short range Ch 3 tone 8
GMRS Ch 16
**************************************************
Additional information for Rendezvous Participants:
● This is not an RV event. RV's, toy haulers, traditional camper trailers, 5th wheels, and Class A or C motorhomes are not allowed.
● No generators please. Enjoy the sounds of the desert and new friends!
● There are no shooting activities at this event and no firearms are to be discharged here. Firearm laws of the State of Arizona are observed.
● OHVs are expected to have common safety equipment and must be registered and insured to operate on AZ roadways. Additionally, vehicles should be similarly equipped with front and rear recovery points as well as winch/recovery equipment based upon the trails and conditions.
● Cell reception may be limited around the area.
● Trained EMT’s and First Responders will be on site in case of emergency.
● Alcohol is prohibited during scheduled Rendezvous activities (classes, trail runs). If you feel the need to ignore this rule on the trail or elsewhere you will be asked to leave the event and you will be banned here.
● Personal accountability and self-sufficiency are an expectation in this group! Be an ADVENTURIST!
**************************************************
THIS EVENT IS SPONSORED BY TREAD LIGHTLY!
Before you go, we highly recommend that you complete the "Tread Lightly 101" Online Awareness Course HERE.
*This is true wild camping. There are no dumpsters, potable water, or restroom facilities in the desert.
*DO NOT leave any trash behind. No garbage, toilet paper, not even micro trash, will be left on site. YOU must pack OUT what you pack IN!
*Per the BLM, YOU must have a method of absorbing and capturing spilled fuel and fluids under each vehicle during fueling, repairs, and maintenance operations. All fuel cans, if on the ground, must also be stored on this surface.
**************************************************
A NOTE ABOUT VENDORS:
While this is not a commercial event, in keeping with the tradition which began at the first Desert Rendezvous back in 2011, vendors are encouraged to attend and if they happen to sell a few things to friends out of the back of their rig that's their beeswax. Just no tables, Ezy-ups etc. Again, this is not a commercial event this is just for fun.
Vendors are people too and I know they look forward to events where they can unwind and just be themselves vice SEMA, Overland Expo, Outdoor Retailer etc. That's what the Rendezvous events are all about so if you work in this industry, but don't want to work, come on out!
If you are a vendor and are interested in getting in on sponsorship or the raffle please contact me via PM... thanks.
**************************************************
BIG THANKS TO ALL THE COMPANIES THAT SUPPORT OUR RAFFLE AT DESERT RENDEZVOUS!
American Adventurist is proud to announce our 12th Annual Desert Rendezvous!
Save the date: 9-12 February 2023. Vicinity of Quartzite, AZ
Desert Rendezvous combines camping with tons of activities ranging from our famous camp cooking competition to classes, exploring, and our renowned raffle where everyone gets a chance to win big! Proceeds benefit CORVA as we fight to keep public lands open to 4WD enthusiasts nationwide!
EVENT IS FULL - RSVP IS CLOSED
**************************************************
*We are no longer handling cash at the event. You must agree to our Terms of Service and be a Registered Member here. Groups must register vehicles individually.
*A hold harmless will be provided at the event, signature is required for participation. All proceeds cover operating costs for this event, and we will be making a donation to CORVA after the event again this year!
IMPORTANT ATTENDEE INFO:
See the Post #2 in this thread for the RSVP List. You will be added to that list once confirmed.
CAMP COORDINATES: N33.64427 W114.13900
*Copy and paste to Google Earth or Google Maps and it guides you right to the vicinity of the DRV campfire (look for our banners!).
*There will be a POTLUCK / CAMP COOKING COMPETITION again this year!
*We are having a full cord of firewood delivered onsite again this year!
*Limited edition commemorative 2023 Desert Rendezvous morale patches and decals will be handed out during check-in along with your raffle ticket. Only RSVP's will receive this. Quantities are limited.
**************************************************
DAILY SCHEDULE:
Thursday, Feb 9
12:00 pm Registration Opens
5:00 pm Registration Closed
6:00 pm Campfire Time
6:16 Sunset
11:00 pm Quiet Time
Friday, Feb 10 - 7:25 sunrise
9:00 am Registration Opens
*3:00 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
6:17 Sunset
7:00 pm Shenanigans & Snacks
11:00 pm Quiet Time
Saturday, Feb 11 - 7:24 sunrise
8:00 am -Class: Overland Coffee presented by Wildland Coffee @ Main Fire Ring
*8:00 am Drivers Meeting, Challenging Trail Run - Leader: @CanyonStateOverland - Meet @ Main Fire Ring.
A challenging trail ride to Diablo Pass and back again. We will be back in time for the 1 pm class.
**This route requires 35’s and rear locker. 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 @J&K - Meet @ Main Fire Ring.
An easy trail ride to a place called Horse Tanks off the KOFA road followed up by Skull Rock then an optional quick hike on foot into beautiful Palm Canyon. 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: First Aid presented by Nik Gutierrez, MD @ Main Fire Ring
*1:00 pm Class: Expert Recovery presented by Bill Burke & Chris Cole @ 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 TEMBO TUSK @ Main Fire Ring
6:00 pm Camp Cooking Competition Winners and Prizes Announced @ Main Fire Ring
6:15 pm Campfire Time
6:18 Sunset
7:00 pm Shenanigans & Snacks
11:00 pm Quiet Time
Sunday, Feb 12 - 7:22 sunrise
09:00 am Community Photo
09:30 am RENDEZVOUS RAFFLE
11:00 am Clean up camp, leave it better than we found it. DO NOT LEAVE ANY TRASH BEHIND, NADA!
12:00 pm Desert Rendezvous 2023 Closed
See you all at MOUNTAIN RENDEZVOUS 2023!
**************************************************
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!
**************************************************
OUR 8 COMMON SENSE CAMP RULES:
1. Common Sense!
2. Respect for Others!
3. Self Sufficiency! It would be a shame if you suffered needlessly.
4. Tread Lightly! Please.
5. Speed limit in camp is 5 mph for safety! *Make no dust.
6. Kids MUST be supervised! *Feral children will be rounded up and placed in a holding pen full of candy.
7. Dogs MUST be leashed at ALL times. *Dogs found off leash will be fed a nuclear mixture of Cheez Wiz, bacon fat, and peanut butter.
8. Quiet time in camp is 1100 PM. *That's when the disco music stops.
DISCLAIMER:
A. YOU MUST COME PREPARED - THE DESERT WILL REVEAL WHAT YOU OVERLOOKED!
B. YOU ASSUME ALL LIABILITY FOR YOURSELF. PLAY AT YOUR OWN RISK ON PUBLIC LANDS PER OUR TERMS OF SERVICE AND THE HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT.
C. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE FUN!
**************************************************
Comm Plan:
Ham:
146.520 simplex calling
147.585 simplex for chit chat
CB:
Ch 38 for calling
FRS for short range Ch 3 tone 8
GMRS Ch 16
**************************************************
Additional information for Rendezvous Participants:
● This is not an RV event. RV's, toy haulers, traditional camper trailers, 5th wheels, and Class A or C motorhomes are not allowed.
● No generators please. Enjoy the sounds of the desert and new friends!
● There are no shooting activities at this event and no firearms are to be discharged here. Firearm laws of the State of Arizona are observed.
● OHVs are expected to have common safety equipment and must be registered and insured to operate on AZ roadways. Additionally, vehicles should be similarly equipped with front and rear recovery points as well as winch/recovery equipment based upon the trails and conditions.
● Cell reception may be limited around the area.
● Trained EMT’s and First Responders will be on site in case of emergency.
● Alcohol is prohibited during scheduled Rendezvous activities (classes, trail runs). If you feel the need to ignore this rule on the trail or elsewhere you will be asked to leave the event and you will be banned here.
● Personal accountability and self-sufficiency are an expectation in this group! Be an ADVENTURIST!
**************************************************
THIS EVENT IS SPONSORED BY TREAD LIGHTLY!
Before you go, we highly recommend that you complete the "Tread Lightly 101" Online Awareness Course HERE.
*This is true wild camping. There are no dumpsters, potable water, or restroom facilities in the desert.
*DO NOT leave any trash behind. No garbage, toilet paper, not even micro trash, will be left on site. YOU must pack OUT what you pack IN!
*Per the BLM, YOU must have a method of absorbing and capturing spilled fuel and fluids under each vehicle during fueling, repairs, and maintenance operations. All fuel cans, if on the ground, must also be stored on this surface.
**************************************************
A NOTE ABOUT VENDORS:
While this is not a commercial event, in keeping with the tradition which began at the first Desert Rendezvous back in 2011, vendors are encouraged to attend and if they happen to sell a few things to friends out of the back of their rig that's their beeswax. Just no tables, Ezy-ups etc. Again, this is not a commercial event this is just for fun.
Vendors are people too and I know they look forward to events where they can unwind and just be themselves vice SEMA, Overland Expo, Outdoor Retailer etc. That's what the Rendezvous events are all about so if you work in this industry, but don't want to work, come on out!
If you are a vendor and are interested in getting in on sponsorship or the raffle please contact me via PM... thanks.
**************************************************
BIG THANKS TO ALL THE COMPANIES THAT SUPPORT OUR RAFFLE AT DESERT RENDEZVOUS!
