For the December meetup we are going to do it in the desert. Grab your rein-Broncs and get ready to sleigh the trails—because we’re heading back to the Pumpkin Patch for a holly-jolly off-road adventure! ❄️🎅
Expect festive vibes, dusty trails, and enough whoops and bumps to shake the ornaments off your tree. Dress your Bronco in its holiday best—lights, garland, full Griswold… whatever makes your rig fa-la-la-la-lifted.
Come for the fun, stay for the laughs, and let’s end the year with some Yuletide torque.
🎁 Trail therapy + holiday cheer = the perfect pre-Christmas combo.
See you out there, you merry trail-blazers! 🌲🛻✨
What to expect:
- Technical Rating: 3/10
- Very tame, scenic trail that can accommodate many rigs. Opportunities to challenge yourself on optional climbs and fast open desert. We will stop for lunch and socializing at the Pumpkin Patch.
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https://webmap.onxmaps.com/offroad/map/query/33.2153882,-116.0874019/overview?id=9d2b3d50-9385-4275-bde3-db99d52fb21d&link_id=01KAGYW0GBHCQHC8KQ834CZ15X
Itinerary:
- Convoys:
- Albertsons in Ramona - 1459 Main St (9:00am)
- Lakeside Public Parking - 12522 Mapleview St (8:00am)
- Staging: Ocotillo Wells State Vehicular Rec Area Welcome Center / 33.15432, -116.16778 (10:30am)
- Roll Out: Pumpkin Patch Trail (11:00am)
Requirements:
- 4WD BRONCO (stock capable - open diffs are fine)
- Full tank of gas
- Radio - GMRS or UHF/VHF
Details:
- Radio Channels
— Primary: GMRS 17 / 462.600 MHz
— Secondary: GMRS 21 / 462.700 MHz
— * we will start with these, if there’s chatter will coordinate switch to alternates
Suggested Gear to Bring:
— Air Up/Down Tools
— Soft Shackles
— Tow ropes or straps
*since this is a large group ride, there is plenty of gear we can share. Don’t feel pressure to buy anything just for this ride.
— Water, snacks, drinks, sunscreen, cooler, first aid kit
Other Notes:
- This is a family-friendly ride—kids and pets welcome (where allowed).
- Respect Tread Lightly principles and local rules.
- We ride as a group—no one gets left behind! You should always know where the vehicle is ahead and behind you. If you have to slow down or communicate to see them please do, especially at turns!
- Give the person in front of you plenty of space, especially on obstacles. Don’t follow too closely.
- See and be seen. Use your lights or hazards.
- Holler if you need a spot! We will ensure spotters are in place if there are any areas or obstacles that warrant but if you are unsure of a line or just want some assistance use your comms. Safety is priority.
- Please consider sharing your photos and videos! We love to highlight content to show new folks what to expect at our events! Please add to event albums and/or tag @sdbroncos / #sdbroncos across social platforms!
Resources:
- GMRS channel reference:
Channel 15 – 462.5500 MHz
Channel 16 – 462.5750 MHz
Channel 17 – 462.6000 MHz
Channel 18 – 462.6250 MHz
Channel 19 – 462.6500 MHz
Channel 20 – 462.6750 MHz
Channel 21 – 462.7000 MHz
Channel 22 – 462.7250 MHz
- Suggested beginner radio: Baofeng UV5-R (
https://a.co/d/20CaRex)
- OnX Off-road trail mapping and navigation (
https://rstr.co/onxmaps/13071)
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