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Upcoming Monthly Meetup + Madness in March Sale at 4 Wheel Parts

Hey Crew!

Just a quick reminder that our monthly meetup is tomorrow at 4 Wheel Parts in San Jose. This meetup will be part of their Madness in March event, which runs from 9 AM to 3 PM. Amanda and I will be there helping with the BBQ and serving up some free food.

Feel free to swing by anytime to enjoy storewide discounts, free food and drinks, live music, a car crush crawling course, and a fantastic raffle with loads of prizes! If you're a member of the South Bay Overland Bound Group, we'll have a special parking area reserved for you at the back of the lot. Hope to see you all there!

Date: March 8th, 2025
Time: 9AM - 3PM
Location: 4 Wheel Parts in San Jose, 550 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95126, 37.32519, -121.89919
 

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Nice! I can't make it myself, but have put a call out for my Bronco buddies to show up. Have fun and post pics here afterwards!
 
Upcoming Monthly Meetup

Date: April 12th
Time: 10:30AM - 12PM
Location: 4 Wheel Parts in San Jose, 550 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95126, 37.32519, -121.89919.

Main Discussion: Top Trails and Overlanding Spots: Where Do You Love to Explore?

We all have those go-to trails and hidden gems that make overlanding and off-roading unforgettable. Whether it’s a rugged mountain path, a remote desert route, or a scenic forest trail, we want to hear about your favorites. We’ll be sharing the trails and spots that stand out to you and tell us why they’re special. We’ll be including details like terrain type, camping options, and any tips for fellow adventurers. Let’s create a collection of the best routes to explore and maybe even plan some group runs together!

Join our monthly meetup to share your experiences, learn from others, and see how South Bay Overland Bound keeps the group safe, efficient, and prepared for any adventure. Let’s hit the trail together … stronger as a team!


Join Our Discord Server
Check out our Discord Server: Join the South Bay Overland Bound Discord Server!

Our discord server is a place to connect with the SBOB community. What our community has to offer:

▪ Monthly Overland Trips
▪ Monthly Meetups
▪ Community Chat Rooms
▪ Trip Support Network
▪ Trip Planning
▪ Trail Reports
▪ Campsite Locations
▪ Community Q & A


Look forward to seeing everyone at the meetup!

- Scotty & Amanda
 
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RSVPs are now OPEN on our Discord for the Escape to Usal Beach trip for May 16th - 18th.


⛺〡trip-rsvp | Escape to Usal Beach | 3 Day Adventure | May 16-18, 2025


Ready for an off grid getaway? Join us for a laid back weekend camping adventure at Usal Beach ... a remote gem tucked away on Northern California’s wild and majestic Lost Coast.

⍟ Camp right on the sand
⍟ Spot wildlife and hike through stunning coastal forests
⍟ Disconnect, relax, and recharge in one of CA’s most scenic, untouched areas

To wrap it all up, we’ll cruise back to San Jose via the legendary Highway 1, stopping at iconic spots along the way for one last dose of California magic.

Adventure is calling ... sign up now! 3 spots already claimed and only 6 left! This one’s going to be epic so make sure to secure your spot while you still can.

Please review all the details before signing up. If the trip is full, don’t worry, there will be a waiting list available!

RSVP will open on Overland Bound Rally Points on Friday, May 2nd at 10:00 AM.

Join Our Discord Server
Check out our Discord Server: Join the South Bay Overland Bound Discord Server!

Our discord server is a place to connect with the SBOB community. What our community has to offer:

• Monthly Overland Trips
• Monthly Meetups
• Community Chat Rooms
• Trip Support Network
• Trip Planning
• Trail Reports
• Campsite Locations
• Community Q & A

Happy trails everyone!
 
New Trail Reports

South Bay Overland Bound just posted fresh trail reports on our Discord server from our recent Tour of Yosemite Valley adventure. Be sure to check them out here:

〡trail-reports〡 Burma Grade Road, BLM Mother Lode

〡trail-reports〡FR 03S02 Ponderosa Way, BLM Mother Lode, Stanislaus National Forest

〡trail-reports〡FR 02S03, Stanislaus National Forest

〡trail-reports〡 FR 02S01, Stanislaus National Forest

〡trail-reports〡FR 01S12, Access Trumbal Peak, Stanislaus National Forest

〡trail-reports〡Old Yosemite Coulterville Road, Stanislaus National Forest, Yosemite National Park


Join Our Discord Server
Check out our Discord Server: Join the South Bay Overland Bound Discord Server!

Our discord server is a place to connect with the SBOB community. What our community has to offer:

- Monthly Overland Trips
- Monthly Meetups
- Community Chat Rooms
- Trip Support Network
- Trip Planning
- Trail Reports
- Campsite Locations
- Community Q & A
 
EastBay OB Gear SWAP & Potluck! - Rally Point is out

Join us on **May 18** at **11 AM** for a fun day of swapping overland gear and sharing delicious food! This event replaces our regular meetup on May 11 due to Mother's Day.

**Location:**
Paul's Place
- 37°36'14.0"N 121°52'43.3"W
- 37°36'14.0"N 121°52'43.3"W

East Bay May 2025 – OB SWAP Meet?
 
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Spots Still Open for Escape to Usal Beach trip for May 16th - 18th.

Join us for an unforgettable weekend camping trip to Usal Beach, tucked away along Northern California’s breathtaking Lost Coast. We’ll spend two nights camping right on the beach, surrounded by towering redwoods, rugged cliffs, and abundant wildlife. Hike scenic trails, relax by the campfire, and experience the raw beauty of one of California’s last truly wild places.

As we make our way back to San Jose, we’ll cruise down the legendary Highway 1, taking time to stop at epic viewpoints, hidden beaches, and local landmarks. This is more than just a camping trip, it’s a chance to disconnect, explore, and make memories with our amazing crew. Pack your gear, bring your sense of adventure, and let’s discover California’s Lost Coast!

Start Date | May 16th, 5:00PM | End Date | May 18th, 8:00PM

Trip Grading | Leisurely (level 1)
Level of Adventure | Suitable for overlanders who are seeking a relaxed and scenic journey with minimal challenges. These trips are primarily focused on camping.

This trip is already filling up, 3 spots claimed via our Discord and 2 more through OB Rally Point. This is going to be our most relaxing and easygoing trip of the year, and you won’t want to miss it.

If you're on our Discord:
RSVP now using this link: 〡trip-rsvp | Escape to Usal Beach | 3 Day Adventure | May 16-18, 2025


Not on Discord?
No problem ... you can sign up through OB Rally Point here: Rally Points | Escape to Usal Beach | 3 Day Adventure | May 16-18, 2025



Adventure is calling ... claim your spot today!
 
UPCOMING TRIP

⍟ Spots Still Open! Join Us for an Epic Off-Road Weekend! ⍟

➤ Sourgrass Shakedown Run | 2 Day Adventure | June 28–29, 2025

Still looking for your next adventure? Join us for the Sourgrass Shakedown ... One week away!

There’s still time to join us for a scenic and fun weekend exploring the Sourgrass Jeep Trail and the beautiful Stanislaus National Forest! We’ll start Saturday with a beginner- friendly 2-mile 4x4 trail featuring mild rock crawling, granite slabs, river views, and shaded forest paths. Then we'll head to a remote campsite for a relaxing evening under the stars. On Sunday, we’ll continue our journey through the forest and reconnect with Highway 108. Perfect for stock or mildly built rigs, this trip is a great way to build trail confidence, meet fellow adventurers, and enjoy a weekend off the grid.

Don’t wait ... grab your spot now!

➤ RSVP now on our Discord server:
| trip-rsvp | Sourgrass Shakedown Run | 2 Day Adventure | June 28-29, 2025

➤ Not on Discord? No problem ... RSVP now on Overland Bound:
| Rally Points | Sourgrass Shakedown Run | 2 Day Adventure | June 28-29, 2025


➤ Join Our Discord Server
Check out our Discord Server: Join the South Bay Overland Bound Discord Server!

Our discord server is a place to connect with the SBOB community. What our community has to offer:

▪ Monthly Overland Trips
▪ Monthly Meetups
▪ Community Chat Rooms
▪ Trip Support Network
▪ Trip Planning
▪Trail Reports
▪Campsite Locations
▪ Community Q & A

Happy trails everyone!
 
Just a friendly reminder that our monthly meetup is tomorrow! Details below

Upcoming Monthly Meetup

Date: July 12th
Time: 10:30AM - 12PM
Location: 4 Wheel Parts in San Jose, 550 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95126, 37.32519, -121.89919.

Main Discussion: July 12th - Member Rig Showcase

Get ready for our Member Rig Showcase happening at this month’s Meetup! This is your chance to show off your build, share your setup, and check out what other members are running. From dialed in daily drivers to fully outfitted trail rigs. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, want to swap tips, or just geek out over gear, this is the perfect time to connect with fellow enthusiasts and see what makes each rig unique. Bring your questions, ideas, and curiosity … It's going to be a fun and interactive day!

We’re also shifting our Summer Potluck BBQ to August, and we’ll be using this meetup to talk through the details and start planning. Come hang out, show off your setup, and help us shape a great summer event!

Join our monthly meetup to share your experiences, learn from others, and see how South Bay Overland Bound keeps the group safe, efficient, and prepared for any adventure. Let’s hit the trail together … stronger as a team!

Don’t forget to bring a chair!

Look forward to seeing everyone at the meetup!

- Scotty
 
★ New Meetup Location ★

We’re changing things up! Starting in August, our meetups will be held at a new location. Moving forward, we’ve chosen a local brewery as our new spot, where you can enjoy great craft brews, delicious food, and a fun, social atmosphere that’s perfect for connecting with our community.

➤ New Location: Laughing Monk Brewing and Gastropub
➤ 1235 Oakmead Pkwy, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
➤ 37.38719, -121.99309

➤ New Meetup Time: 11:00AM - 1:00PM

Follow the exact coordinates to find us! If you have any questions or need help locating the spot, just ask!


★ Join Us for the August Meetup ★

➤ Date: August 9th
➤ Main Discussion: Mid-Year Review
We’re officially past the halfway mark of the year, and it’s a great time to pause, reflect, and look ahead as a community. In our mid-year review discussion, we’ll be going over highlights from past trips, meetups, and events, what went well, what could’ve been better, and what we learned along the way. We'll also be sharing details on upcoming trips and meetups, talking through changes and improvements to how we run things, and getting your input on what you'd like to see more of in the months ahead.

Big changes are on the horizon for the group, and we want to bring everyone in on what’s coming. We’ve been working behind the scenes on some major updates, including improvements to our Discord server, how we organize trips, run meetups, communicate, and grow as a community. There’s a lot evolving, and we’re excited to start sharing those plans with you. From new tools and systems to better structure and support, our goal is to make things more engaging, efficient, and fun for everyone involved.

Whether you’ve been with us from the start or are just getting involved, your input is key. We want to hear what’s been working for you, what challenges you’ve run into, and what kinds of trips, events, or community features you'd like to see going forward. This is your chance to help shape the next chapter of the group and we’ve got a lot to share.

Join our monthly meetup to share your experiences, learn from others, and see how South Bay Overland Bound keeps the group safe, efficient, and prepared for any adventure. Let’s hit the trail together … stronger as a team!

Can’t wait to see everyone there …it’s going to be an awesome time!



★ Join Our Discord Server ★
Check out our Discord Server: Join the South Bay Overland Bound Discord Server!

Our discord server is a place to connect with the SBOB community. What our community has to offer:

➤ Monthly Overland Trips
➤ Monthly Meetups
➤ Community Chat Rooms
➤ Trip Support Network
➤ Trip Planning
➤ Trail Reports
➤ Campsite Locations
➤ Community Q & A
 
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★ Upcoming December Monthly Meetup

➤ Date: December 13th
➤Time: 11:00AM - 1:00PM
➤ Location: Laughing Monk Brewing and Gastropub
• 1235 Oakmead Pkwy, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
• 37.38719, -121.99309
➤ Main Discussion: Plans for 2026

This month’s meetup is all about coming together as a community to help design, plan, and shape our 2026 adventure season. Your input isn’t just welcome, it’s a key part of building the biggest year we’ve ever taken on.

2026 is our moment. A chance to redefine who we are as a community and how far we're willing to push our sense of adventure. This isn’t just another year on the calendar, it’s the one where we go bigger, farther, and deeper into the wild than ever before.

We’re gearing up to explore everything California and the surrounding states have to offer. From forgotten backroads and high mountain passes to desert canyons, coastal trails, and wide-open wilderness … if the West has it, we’re chasing it. This is the season of true exploration and adventure trave … the kind that challenges us, inspires us, and leaves us with stories that last.

2026 will be filled with bigger trips, longer routes, more campfires, and stronger teamwork. We’re building a year packed with purpose, connection, and the kind of memories that only come from miles shared with good people on rugged terrain. This is where our crew levels up, in skill, in organization, and in community.

➤ What we’ll cover:
• Trip ideas and adventure planning
• Mapping out early 2026 meetups
• Planning hands-on workshops for trail skills
• Introducing our first-ever “Big Trip” adventure
• Community volunteer opportunities
• Setting community objectives and improvements
• Open Q&A and trail discussion

And the best part? You’re not just along for the ride, you’re helping shape the entire year. Your experiences, ideas, and vision directly impact the trips we choose, the routes we run, the workshops we create, and the goals we set. This meetup is the launchpad for the entire 2026 season, and everyone’s voice strengthens the path we build together.

So come ready to reconnect, recharge the stoke, and help design a season of legendary exploration. Let’s step into 2026 united, energized, and ready to go beyond the map.

Coming to this month’s meetup? Let us know by RSVPing here: South Bay Overland Bound Monthly Meetup

Join our monthly meetup to share your experiences, learn from others, and see how South Bay Overland Bound keeps the group safe, efficient, and prepared for any adventure. Let’s hit the trail together … stronger as a team!

Can’t wait to see everyone there …it’s going to be an awesome time!


★ Join Our Discord Server
Check out our Discord Server: Join the South Bay Overland Bound Discord Server!

Our discord server is a place to connect with the SBOB community. What our community has to offer:

• Monthly Overland Trips
• Monthly Meetups
• Community Chat Rooms
• Trip Support Network
• Trip Planning
• Trail Reports
• Campsite Locations
• Community Q & A
 
★ December Monthly Meetup ★

➤ Date: December 13th
➤ Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
➤ Location: Laughing Monk Brewing & Gastropub
▪ 1235 Oakmead Pkwy, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
▪ 37.38719, -121.99309
➤ Main Discussion: Plans for the 2026 Season

As we wrap up the year, our local Overland Bound community is already looking toward the trail ahead. December’s meetup is where we begin shaping what the 2026 adventure season will look like for our region.

Next year already feels like it has momentum behind it ... new regions to explore, longer routes, and more time in the mountains, deserts, coastlines, and wide-open spaces that define what it means to “Outfit & Explore.” And the best part? We build it together.

This meetup is where those ideas start to form. A trail someone mentions, a route someone has been eyeing, a destination that sparks interest around the table … that’s how next year's adventures begin.

★ What We’ll Cover
▪ Route brainstorming and trip ideas
▪ Early season meetups for 2026
▪ Hands-on trail skill workshops
▪ Introduction to our first-ever “Big Trip”
▪ Volunteer roles and how to get involved
▪ Goals, improvements, and community direction
▪ Open Q&A

➤ RSVP Here
South Bay Overland Bound Monthly Meetup

★ Share Your 2026 Trip Ideas
We’ve opened a dedicated Discord forum thread for everyone to drop their route ideas, dream destinations, and suggested trips ... whether it’s a desert crossing, a forest road, a coastal ridgeline, or a bucket-list trail you’ve been wanting to run. Every idea helps shape next year’s lineup.

➤ Join the thread here:
2026 Trip Planning ... drop Your Ideas

★ Join Our Discord Server
Connect with the SBOB community:

Join the South Bay Overland Bound Discord Server!

South Bay Overland Bound is a community of adventure seekers, connecting 4WD enthusiasts, sharing knowledge, & exploring the outdoors together. We offer monthly trips & meetups, a trip support network, planning assistance, trail reports, & campsite information to help you enjoy your next...
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Our Discord server offers:
▪ Monthly Overland Trips
▪ Monthly Meetups
▪ Community Chat Rooms
▪ Trip Support Network
▪ Trip Planning
▪ Trail Reports
▪ Campsite Locations
▪ Community Q&A

A new season is on the way, and it’s looking bright.

Looking forward to seeing everyone and starting to build the adventures we’ll take on together as a community.
 
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Upcoming Event
Commanding the Terrain: 4x4 Workshop Series

This event marks the launch of our new 4x4 Workshop format for 2026.
Going forward, workshops will follow a two-part weekend series designed to balance education, repetition, and confidence-building.

Hosted by South Bay Overland Bound


Weekend Breakdown
➤ Saturday, February 14
Classroom-Style Workshop (held during our monthly meetup)
Focused on fundamentals, decision-making, and driving technique.

➤ Sunday, February 15
4x4 Practice Day at Hollister Hills SVRA
A casual, hands-on practice day with no formal instruction — focused on repetition, comfort, and applying what you’ve learned.

This is a weekend series, but you’re welcome to attend one day or both.

RSVP Information
More details can be found on our Discord server here: South Bay Overland Bound Discover Server

RSVPs for each part of the upcoming 4x4 Workshop Series can be found here:
➤ 4x4 Workshop ➡ February 14 — Commanding the Terrain: 4x4 Workshop
➤ 4x4 Practice Day ➡ February 15 — Commanding the Terrain: 4x4 Practice Day

More details will be shared once you’re RSVPed to each event.


If you have any questions, feel free to message me directly.
 

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UPCOMING MONTHLY MEETUP

Date ➟March 7th
Time ➟ 11:00AM - 1:00PM
Location ➟Laughing Monk Brewing and Gastropub
• 1235 Oakmead Pkwy, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
• 37.38719, -121.99309

Designing the Journey: From Idea to Itinerary

Meetup Type ➟ Skill Building
Format ➟ Presentation | Discussion

Learn how to turn a trip idea into a realistic, well-thought-out itinerary that works in the real world.

➣ What This Meetup Is About
This skill building meetup focuses on how to plan your own off-road and overland trips, from the first idea through a clear, well-thought-out, and flexible itinerary.

We’ll walk through how people find trails and dispersed camping, how land rules and real-world constraints shape what’s possible, and how good plans balance structure with flexibility. The goal isn’t perfection, it’s turning ideas and research into an itinerary that feels calm, intentional, and adaptable once you’re actually out there.

➣ What We’ll Cover
• How people discover off-road trails and dispersed camping areas
• How land designations and rules affect where you can go
• How to turn routes, camps, and research into a usable itinerary
• How to plan for time, terrain, and group dynamics
• Common planning mistakes that lead to rushed or stressful trips

➣ Why Attend
• Gain confidence planning your own trips
• Learn how to design itineraries that actually work on the trail
• Understand how to plan responsibly and legally
• Reduce stress by planning with intention and flexibility

This meetup is ideal for anyone who wants to plan personal trips, help lead group outings, or better understand how well run trips come together.

➣ Join Our Discord Server
Check out our Discord Server:
Join the South Bay Overland Bound Discord Server

Our discord server is a place to connect with the SBOB community. What our community has to offer:

• Monthly Overland Trips
• Monthly Meetups
• Community Chat Rooms
• Trip Support Network
• Trip Planning
• Trail Reports
• Campsite Locations
• Community Q & A

Join our monthly meetup to share your experiences, learn from others, and see how South Bay Overland Bound keeps the group safe, efficient, and prepared for any adventure. Let’s hit the trail together … stronger as a team!
 

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