Spotlights

Into The Wild

As an outdoor adventurer’s nirvana, Colorado’s Weminuche Wilderness inspired us to park the Jeep, load the pack mules and mount the horses to make our way to camp and some of the finest flyfishing Goose Creek could offer. Travel along as J Rations explores one of the largest unspoiled wilderness areas in the U.S. It’s beckoning you from Standard Issue 1. Order your copy now at the Base PX.

Jeep Talk

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TALL TALES & OTHER CAMPFIRE STORIES: Gather ’round the campfire, ’cause it’s time for ghost stories. And, here are some professional storyteller tips to get you on your way. The shadows that haunt the backroads never seemed so scary before.... >>>

START A FIRE WITHOUT MATCHES: We suggest practicing these methods some weekend when friends are coming over for a cookout. You’ll be glad for the experience should you ever need it, and everyone will have fun laughing at you. >>>

CHOOSING A CAMPSITE: The common-sense ethics of camping may not be obvious to those who are unfamiliar with life in the outdoors. Familiarizing yourself with Leave No Trace principles is a great place to start. For your comfort and safety, choose your campsite carefully. >>>

PADDLING COMPARO: With so many excellent boats on the market, this online buyers guide helps clear the waters. Happy paddling! >>>

HEY YOU, YEAH YOU, WILDERNESS MAN!: There’s more to know about being a survivor than what day the TV show is on. This site covers a huge range of topics, including a few we’ve never thought about (like, contact with people?!). Find out what you need to know to make it back alive. >>>

National Forests—4x4 Ops

If you’re not well acquainted with a particular national forest, it can be difficult to find 4x4 trails. The most direct way of getting reliable OHV information is to call or visit the local ranger district office of the forest you’re interested in. If you specify “Jeep” trails in your inquiry, the person you speak with won’t confuse you with the ATV or dirt bike crowd.

The links below have been verified as having 4x4 opportunities. We’re happy to point you in the general direction, but you’ll have to dig further once you get there. We think it’s worth the effort and hope you do, too.

Arizona: Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest; Coronado National Forest; Kaibab National Forest; Tonto National Forest
Arkansas: Ozark-St. Francis National Forests
California: Angeles National Forest; Cleveland National Forest; Eldorado National Forest; Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest; Los Padres National Forest; Mendocino National Forest; Modoc National Forest; San Bernardino National Forest; Sequoia National Forest; Shasta-Trinity National Forest; Sierra National Forest; Six Rivers National Forest; Stanislaus National Forest; Tahoe National Forest
Colorado: Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests; Cimaron and Comanche National Grasslands; Grande Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests; Pike and San Isabel National Forests; Rio Grande National Forest; San Juan National Forest; White River National Forest
Florida: Ocala National Forest
Georgia: Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests
Idaho: Sawtooth National Forest
Kentucky: Daniel Boone National Forest
Montana: Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
Nebraska: Nebraska National Forest
New Mexico: Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest; Carson National Forest; Coronado National Forest
Nevada: Eldorado National Forest; Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest; Tahoe National Forest
North Carolina: Nantahala National Forest; Uwharrie National Forest
Oregon: Deschutes National Forest; Fremont National Forest
Pennsylvania: Allegheny National Forest
South Dakota: Black Hills National Forest
Utah: Ashley National Forest
Virginia: George Washington and Jefferson National Forests
Washington: Okanogan National Forest; Wenatchee National Forest
West Virginia: George Washington and Jefferson National Forests
Wyoming: Ashley National Forest; Bighorn National Forest; Medicine Bow National Forest; Shoshone National Forest; Black Hills National Forest