The Fellowship of PNW Tacomas | PDX Area Wheeling

The Fellowship of PNW Tacomas

My trucks name is Gandalf Da Grey, I'm @C41n and I am a bit of a nerd.


We are beginner friendly group of Tacoma owners who like to play in the dirt. Everyone of all skill and experience levels are welcome to join us. Only thing I ask is to have a good attitude. Nothing else really matters all that much.

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Next Meetup: TBD


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What should you bring?[/SIZE]
Note: This is a very basic list. If you have a Get home bag, bring it. We don't leave anyone behind, but you never know what could happen.

• Oregon Class II ATV permit (sticker) - You can purchase one online here
  
• Fire Extinguisher
  
• Food / Snacks (bring more than you need!)
  
• Water (bring more than you need!)
  
• First aid kit
• Full tank of gas
  
• Recovery Gear - Bring what you have
• GMRS radios - we use these to communicate within the group. Often people will have radios to lend out if you don't have one. ~
  $100 Midland® - GXT1000X3VP4 - Walkie Talkie Long Range Two-Way Radio - 50 Channel GMRS Radio - 142 Privacy Codes, SOS Siren, and NOAA Weather Alerts and Weather Scan - Black/Silver, 3-Pack
  This is what I use, and recommend
• Extra batteries for you radio

If you do not have any of the above, you will not be turned away. Lack of a permit is on you though if it comes down to it. Permit funds do go to support the trail maintenance. You should buy one.

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GPS:
Highly recommend you download Gaia GPS, or another offline map (OnX Offroad GPS, etc) app on your phone. Then get familiar with it prior to heading out. Download an offline map for the area you are headed to.

For the browns camp area here is a great post with info on how to download a pack of most of the trails in the area. (For Gaia GPS)
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Recommended basic recovery gear:

• Shovel
• $47 Rhino USA Shackle Hitch Receiver (Fits 2" Receivers) Best Towing Accessories for Trucks, Jeep, Toyota & More - Connect Your Rhino Tow Strap for Vehicle Recovery, Mounts to 2" Receiver Hitches
  Shackle Hitch Receiver or
  $3 CURT 21510 Trailer Hitch Pin & Clip with Vinyl-Coated Grip, 5/8" Diameter, Fits 2" Receiver, CLEAR ZINC
  Hitch Pin
• 2"x8"x2' boards
• Hatchet or folding saw

There is a lot more you could carry. However with the few items above you are in far better shape than having nothing. For more reading check out the recovery section of this forum.

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Past Meetups (moved - click here)

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Original first post preserved below for prosperity:

Hey all,

I am taking out my new Tacoma this Sunday to browns camp area in Tillamook State forest. Running a full stock 2020 TRD off-road. Not new to off roading, but this will be my first time out in a truck. First big mod will be sliders, but I am not sure when that is happening. So I am going to be extra careful and not doing anything too difficult. Throwing that out there so expectations are set.

That being said, I would love to have some other Tacomas join in on the fun.

Anyone interested in coming out?

 

I'm interested but may be busy on Sunday. I also have a full stock offroad DCSB.

 

Past meetups:

Sunday August 1st 10:45AM
Yacolt Burn State Forest
Meet at 4 Corners:
45.71115, -122.33688
Gaia
Google maps

Attended:
@C41n, @Toywoodsguy82


Post Canyon OHV
Saturday July 10th, 2021
10:45 AM Meet up time @ Hood River Walmart parking lot
2700 Wasco St, Hood River, OR 97031
Rolling out at 11 AM sharp


Attended: @C41n, @Adobada Tacos, @Astr0Aar0n, @plurpimpin, @redsloth, @NW-Taco, @CascadianAngler, @PinStripes



April 3rd. 2021
Meeting Chevron off 26, North Plains exit at 9:30 AM
Headed out to Browns Camp area
Click here
We had 12 peeps come out to play this time!

October 24
Bennet Pass
Hosted by: @Superhulk LB

Sunday June 14 2020
10 AM Meet up at North Plains Chevron
10025 NW Glencoe Rd, North Plains, OR 97133
Browns Camp

Attended:
@TacoTim85, @hawaii_dave, @‘19swdclboff-road, @pdxtrdtaco1874, @lockwire24, @mnmsddy, @redsloth

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Sunday March 15 2020
9 AM Meet up at North Plains Chevron
10025 NW Glencoe Rd, North Plains, OR 97133

Browns Camp OHV
https://www.riderplanet-usa.com/atv/trails/info/oregon_01711/ride_c781.htm

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Sunday March 1st 2020
11 AM Meet up time
Meeting at Walmart parking lot (trail head is about 3 miles from there)
Walmart, 2700 Wasco St, Hood River, OR 97031

We will be headed out to the Post canyon area to explore.
https://www.riderplanet-usa.com/atv/trails/info/oregon_14453/ride_2a58.htm

Attended:

@C41n
@TacoTim85
@ST77
@lightnfast
@Toywoodsguy82
@Astr0Aar0n was in the area with a couple friends

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Sunday Feb 16th
11 AM Meet up at North Plains Chevron
10025 NW Glencoe Rd, North Plains, OR 97133
Browns Camp OHV
https://www.riderplanet-usa.com/atv/trails/info/oregon_01711/ride_c781.htm

Attended:
@C41n, @TacoTim85

 

Had a lot of fun today. Ended up going alone with my lady. Here's a few pictures. Posted more on instagram.

Aired the stock tires down to 18psi. They did great. Don't understand the hate everyone seem to have for em.

Thinking I may go out again next Sunday. Love to have some company. Also considering heading over to Mt Hood somewhere.

 

Damn, I wish I had seen this post! I ended up randomly going out there yesterday in my new 2020 Tacoma, all stock

EDIT: Our trucks are twins haha!!!

 

Maybe we can make it out next Sunday. Not sure if I can yet, but I am hoping!

 

Shoot me a message if so! I will most likely be going out somewhere this weekend again.

 

Planning on going out again this Sunday the 16th. TacoTim85 is likely coming.

I have basic recovery gear, and 3 midland GMRS radios for coms.

Anyone else wanna join us?

 

If you guys end up around Mt hood sometime let me know too!

 

Plan on getting out that way sometime soonish.

 

I'm in for Sunday at Brown's Camp.

 

Thinking we meet up first at the Chevron off the North Plains exit. Say 11am?

 

Sounds good to me.

 

Now's your second chance!

 

Might shoot for a third chance. Once again busy...

 

One last bump before we head out tomorrow. Meeting at Cheveron off the North Plains exit at 11 am before headed out to Browns camp area. All are welcome, noob friendly. We won't be doing anything crazy hard. Come play with us!

 

Shout out to @TacoTim85. He and his wife came out to play yesterday and we had a great time. Our Tacoma's are literally twins, right down to the option packages.

Planning another outing some time soon. Will change the title and post here when I have details.

 

looks like fun! which trails did you guys drive?

 

We only did a section of one trail. University Firepower I think, but I am not 100%. Did a lot of wandering around. Been years since I was out here on a regular basis and I am still trying to remember my way around. Also the Tacoma is much longer than the TJ I used to take out here. Still learning what it can do with the longer wheelbase. No sliders yet, so not doing anything too risky without that protection.

Edit - TacoTim85 got a good picture of the trail sign, it was University Firepower

 

Made a little video from the gopro.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3lxTy7hsVNY