Austin Area TW Chapter (all gens welcome, even T4Rs; heck, just make it a Toyota and we're good)

@riz_atx
Is there somewhere we could stop and legit camp for the night?
On the way back from the Loop towards Austin?

I'm not opposed to a rest area take over either.

 

There could be. We will be ending at Yankees Tavern in Anderson and there are numerous places to camp along the way back. I would think the closest to the location would be best to eliminate any long haul really early in the AM

 

https://parks.traviscountytx.gov/find-a-park/sandy-creek

That is the closest camping spot that I can find to Oasis

 

In case anybody was wondering, I can 100% validate this story. @TX-TACO totally needs lights 'cause he is totally afraid of the dark when there's noises out, hahahahaha.

"Dude, its just an owl".

"Are you SURE? THAT SOUNDS HYOOGE!"

"Dang city kids nowadays...."


Edit - and come to think of it...I DID have a light bar on the Marshmallow, and decided to let him sweat it instead of turn it on.

 

Yeah man, he hooked me up with those tires so he definitely has priority over me

 

I take it back...

Tom Hughes Park, Hippie Hollow Park, Windy Point, Cypress Creek as well

 

I'm down to camp somewhere Saturday night. Cheaper the better.

We just have to smell each other Sunday

 

City Park

 

I'm in the KOA in Leander. It's only 30min to TnT

 

Chads couch

 

Dibs on the futon.

 

REALLY? FINE... I'll take Chad's recliner then.

 

July 9th 2017 Tacos & Tacos (T&T) a.k.a. Cars & Coffee... AF...




Last time was EPIC AF and we got to witness "Thee Chad" off road/crawl his bad bisch for the first time



$5 per vehicle to park which goes to a charity/organization (see below). This also gets you a raffle ticket for a Autozone bucket of stuff and things. Additionally, this month, is a $150 ticket for 2 for a "brothers in blue bash" (info below)

Organization Sponsored: Travis County Sheriff's Law Enforcement Association (TCSLEA)

From C&C FB page:

Well its time to announce the July beneficiary of our show! This month we will be hosting the TRAVIS COUNTY SHERIFF'S LAW ENFORCEMENT ASSOCIATION!!

They will be bringing out some of their SWAT vehicles for you to check out up close and personal. This months raffle winner will also win a $150 ticket for two to attend the first ever "BROTHERS IN BLUE BASH" September 16th at the Austin Convention Center!

The funds raised at this event will go to the TCSLEA Memorial Fund that provides support for families in need and to honor those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice serving their community that they were sworn to protect. A portion of the funds raised will also be utilized to assist the Travis County SWAT Team in order to provide them with premier training and technology which supports the safety and security of our community. TCSLEA Fraternal Order of Police was founded in September of 2001, represents over 700 members throughout the Austin area and donates to various charities within our community throughout the year.


**As always, it is not expected for anyone to bring anything; i.e. food, drinks, stickers, patches, etc. Anything brought is greatly appreciated, but you are still allowed to partake even if you can't bring anything **

For those who haven't attended before, generally we all pitch in and bring various items for cooking bacon, tacos, bacon, coffee and... uh... bacon. It is a community effort and as stated above, you are not expected to bring anything. You are more than welcome to still enjoy a Taco, beverage and enjoy the company of others.

If you would like to bring something, the general list (not definitive, just spit balling) is:

Tortillas
Cheese
Bacon (lots )
Eggs (also lots)
Salsa
Other condiments or snacks or food items
Water
Drinks
Chairs
Table
Cooker
Coffee
Sugar
Cups
Plates

Confirmed List:

@jmdaniel ( #1 spot )
@Misplaced Nebraskan (eggs and bacon)
@ChadsPride (again... no choice )
@Texoma
@pixelsailor (plates)
@riz_atx
@LostHusker
@ryanbitt (awning, bacon, tortillas, cooker backup)
@MattCowsmasher
@Sleipnir
@siguy (water)
@Phoosa (battle ax)
Tammy
@dBozee
@TX_Lucian (Coffee, stove, propane)
@Tynan
@Mrguitarguy01
@TX-TACO
@txtaco87
@harrisonfaulkner
@n0troublen0fuss (possibly)
@tacopromatt

T&T Part Deux: Hidden Falls (HF) Adventure Park Trip

We are also planning to make a run to HF following our meetup for some off roading. Link to HF website: http://www.hiddenfallsadventurepark.com/

We were discussing leaving around 10:00 to head to the park. I'm hoping we will have HF veterans with us for guiding and assistance. There are multiple obstacles ranging from easy to rock crawler and bypasses for those that need to not destroy their trucks << I'm talking about me and my over zealousness haha. @CedarPark (iirc) had a good info post about HF from earlier and can probably answer some questions if needed

HF Park List:

@Misplaced Nebraskan
@Texoma
@pixelsailor
@MattCowsmasher
@siguy
@CedarPark
@Tynan
@TX_Lucian
@riz_atx
@Sleipnir
@TX-TACO
@n0troublen0fuss (possibly)




***Chime in on either event and I'll try to update daily***


I think I'm up to date on the lists. Let me know if there are changes.

 

Back at work... List updated. Getting Closer

 

Know a lot of y'all are into overlanding and such. Overland Adventure series on Youtube is cool, but for those of you who haven't, i'd be sure to check out a user name iamjake. He lives out of his ol' Jeep. More home made videos but still awesome editing and well done. Been watching 'em constantly for two days

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbjw-VrJCUb8PTGoiDI2UMw

 

95% sure the lady and I are heading to Austin after cheeseburger loop. Would attend T&T for sure if we do head that way. Also a big PROBABLY on the HF trip as well as long as there are some fellow sliderless and skidless friends going or just plan on doing the easy(er) trails.

Starting a new job next month so used up my current pto. Free time will be pretty non-existent for a while so a tacocation is much needed.

 

Hope you can make it. And I'm sliderless and no more than factory skids.... for now. But will be for Sunday.

 

I plan on taking it easy Sunday so that I don't scare the crap out of my wife.

 

where's the fun in that!?!?

I'll be rolling on no sleep again so adrenaline (and tacos) will be my fuel ... until the wife slaps me so I don't break something.

Also, Chris, P0107 was dirty MAF, or connector. Cleaned both and dielectric greased it. all good now.

 

Mine gets scared but then calls me a yuppie the next day for not wanting to "break" my daily.