US Midwest MOORE EXPO 2025!!

Grantnr

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For those who have thought of attending, or hadn't heard till now, the Midwest Overland Offroad EXPO is taking place April 25-26 this year. This is a great opportunity to meet other OB members, make some new friends in the Offroad community, and maybe put hands on some of the latest and greatest (as well as old and trusty) gear. Classes are to be had, memories are be made, and all in atmosphere surrounded by friends. Hoping to get everyone together at the event.


 
Am hoping to get everyone together at the campgrounds for a member meet and greet. Also would find it fun to get groups together for the adventure routes. There are starts in St. Louis, Little Rock, Tulsa, as well as KCMO (I'll be starting there). Should be a good time and a chance to swap knowledge, learn a few things, and just relax and enjoy one's self.
 
Am hoping to get everyone together at the campgrounds for a member meet and greet. Also would find it fun to get groups together for the adventure routes. There are starts in St. Louis, Little Rock, Tulsa, as well as KCMO (I'll be starting there). Should be a good time and a chance to swap knowledge, learn a few things, and just relax and enjoy one's self.

@Grantnr I’m planning to attend the show but currently planning AirBnb for our 6+ group. My wife and I did register for the Discover Tour from Tulsa.

I will follow this post and look forward to meeting in person.

Do I just look for the OB Basecamp Flag?

Dixie from OK
 
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I could get a flag and pole if there are enough responses and attendees who are willing to group up. Would love to have to get one.
 
I could get a flag and pole if there are enough responses and attendees who are willing to group up. Would love to have to get one.
I will provide a flag, message me your address. @Kent R
 
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You, @Bad Sport, and @DixiePhotoArt going to try and do the discovery run together?

Oh I might way too new and slow for others. Lol
When are the books being send out to review the route?

Dixie from OK

I might have another vehicle with me. Ken Martin from Bartlesville, ok
 
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"2 weeks" prior to run. Not sure the actual dates. Ill be zipping through OKC on 35n headed to KC the Friday prior to.
 
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"2 weeks" prior to run. Not sure the actual dates. Ill be zipping through OKC on 35n headed to KC the Friday prior to.

Load my cell and text me so I can block off a “Fuel & Coffee”when you power thru.

Robert “Dixie” Trawick
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Sounds good, not sure what time but maybe around noon. Coming up from houston so that's an 7hr drive. Have a BBQ joint from my old stomping grounds I plan on grabbing dinner at. Will definitely keep you in the loop.
 
You, @Bad Sport, and @DixiePhotoArt going to try and do the discovery run together?
Sounds good to me.
Do you know when you are heading back there? I haven't worked out a plan yet between southern CA and Tulsa.
The Discovery tour package is supposed to be sent out 2 weeks prior to the expo. So this might effect my start date.
 
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I'm starting in KCMO but I'm originally from South of there. I'm headed up the Friday before, spending some time back home, and starting the route on Monday. Depending on how long it takes we may be in Springfield early and will be bumping around the area. I know with VIP, camping can come in a day early. That's probably the plan for me.
 
Oh! I’d love to meet people from our region! I live in Springfield and will be volunteering some at the expo but I can try and swing by and look for the banner or try to meet up with everyone if there’s a certain time.

Hoping to drive all the routes over time, assuming Chris makes the route public at some point.

Thanks for inviting me!
 
Alrighty, we have a flag pole. Going to do a bit of work to it. If you want, bring a small burgee (10in x 15in, mariner here) of your state or local club. I'm going to try to build a spreader set for it complete with flag halyards. If all goes according to my cocktail napkin we will be able to hoist local flags under the OB flag so you can show off where you are from.
 

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Alrighty, we have a flag pole. Going to do a bit of work to it. If you want, bring a small burgee (10in x 15in, mariner here) of your state or local club. I'm going to try to build a spreader set for it complete with flag halyards. If all goes according to my cocktail napkin we will be able to hoist local flags under the OB flag so you can show off where you are from.

WOW! That seems a long way from a cocktail napkin! Bravo sir!