Then and Now on the Palomar Divide Trail
Posted by Brad and Regena Kowitz on 5/12/2022 to
Lifestyle
When my husband bought a Jeep Wrangler Rubicon nearly seven years ago little did we know it would be a harbinger of change for our family that would teach us some important life lessons.
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Easy One-Pot Bacon Mac & Cheese
Posted by Regena Kowitz on 4/28/2022 to
Camp Cooking
Who doesn't love macaroni and cheese? This creamy, cheesy, soul-soothing concoction is made even better by adding bacon!
Experiencing Easter Jeep Safari 2022
Posted by Regena Kowitz on 4/24/2022 to
News
What Is Easter Jeep Safari All About? The Safari is an annual, nine-day event that takes place in Moab, Utah, a Mecca for off-road adventures, where enthusiasts come with their four-wheel drive vehicles to tackles the dozens of trails in the area.
Revisiting the Scenic Oriflamme Canyon Trail
Posted by Regena Kowitz on 4/7/2022 to
Adventures
Among the many off-road trails scattered about Southern California, there are a few that are worth coming back to again and again. Two of the trails encircling the Chariot Mountains in Southern California, the Oriflamme Canyon and Rodriguez Spur Truck Trails, are among them.
Setting up the Perfect Camp Kitchen
Posted by Regena Kowitz on 3/25/2022 to
Gear and Equipment
Whether you’re cooking up breakfast in flower-filled meadow, having lunch on the side of mountain, or serving dinner beneath a glittering desert sky, food just tastes better outside. In fact, I think enjoying a great meal...
Taking Care of Business on the Trail
Posted by Regena Kowitz on 3/4/2022 to
Gear and Equipment
Humans have been relieving themselves in the wild since the dawn of time, so what’s the big deal about pooping and peeing au naturale when you’re in the backcountry?
Searching for Gold and Snow in Southern California
Posted by Regena Kowitz on 2/16/2022 to
Gear and Equipment
When most people think about Southern California, the first thing that usually comes to mind is either Hollywood, movie stars, amusement parks....
Unexpected Adventure Exploring Anza-Borrego with an Epic Family
Posted by Regena Kowitz on 2/2/2022 to
Lifestyle
Last December, I spent three days overlanding with friends and family in Anza-Borrego State and it turned out to be an unexpected adventure.
Canyons and Community: E3 Overland Adventure to the Grand Canyon
Posted by Regena Kowitz on 1/18/2022 to
Lifestyle
One of the things my husband Brad has always liked most about overlanding is the community. He loves the people he’s come to know over the years, whether they’ve shared in his adventures or helped him out along the way.
Exploring Black Mountain Trail in Southern California’s San Jacinto Mountains
Posted by Regena Kowitz on 11/29/2021 to
News
Black Mountain Trail is an easy 12.5 mile “up and back” trail that reaches an elevation of about 7,700 feet.
What Is Overland Expo All About?
Posted by Regena Kowitz on 10/25/2021 to
News
That’s the question I asked my husband, who has been to several of these events, after I decided to go with him to not one but to all three events this year—
Stepping Out of My Comfort Zone and into Adventure
Posted by Devyn Kowitz on 10/1/2021 to
News
When my dad first mentioned his plan to visit all 50 states, my ears perked up. I got excited about the idea of tagging along to some of the places I had never been to.
Buying a Used Jeep Wrangler JK
Posted by Brad on 5/12/2021 to
Vehicles and Vehicle Modifications
Are you considering buying a Jeep Wrangler JK ? Well buying a used one can be a budget friendly option, but there are some things that you need to watch out for, and I’ll discuss what those things are in the course of this article.
Anza Borrego Adventures
Posted by Devyn Kowitz on 4/6/2021 to
Adventures
Galleta Meadows and the Giant Sloths After about a two and a half drive through surprisingly snowy terrain and endless fields of grazing cows, me and my dad finally arrived at Anza Borrego State Park for our first stop of the adventure –
Jeep Wrangler JL Rhino Rack Backbone Roof Rack (w/ Platform) Review
Posted by Brad on 2/2/2021 to
Gear and Equipment
Whether you are camping, hiking, overlanding, or anything in between, this roof rack provides you with extra carrying capacity and it's extremely useful if you are planning on mounting a roof top tent.
Is the Goose Gear Platform & Storage System Right for You?
Posted by Brad on 1/29/2021 to
Gear and Equipment
While there are many eye-catching products out there that may be calling your name, the first thing you should do before spending your hard-earned cash is ask yourself, “Is this the right product for me?”
The Ultimate Jeep Wrangler Lift Kit Comparison – Install & Measurements
Posted by Brad on 1/19/2021 to
Gear and Equipment
Recently, I was able to spend some time with the crew at Dixie 4-Wheel Drive in Moab, Utah, where we had a very unique opportunity—take six, bone-stock Jeep Wrangler Rubicons, six different manufacturer's lift kits, a
The Ultimate Jeep Wrangler Lift Kit Comparison – On & Off-Road Test
Posted by Brad on 1/19/2021 to
Vehicles and Vehicle Modifications
On the previous blog post , I shared how I was lucky enough to spend time with the crew at Dixie 4-Wheel Drive in Moab, Utah, take six bone-stock Jeep Wranglers and install six different lift kits so we could see how they performed and share the results with you.
Is the Lifesaver Jerrycan 20000UF Water Purifier Worth $299?
Posted by Brad on 12/27/2020 to
Gear and Equipment
Having plenty of clean water on the trail with you is absolutely essential, and for the past few months, I have been using the LIFESAVER Jerrycan 20000UF Water Purifier.
The Magic of Overlanding in the Sierra Nevadas
Posted by Justin Kowitz on 2/25/2020 to
Lifestyle
My adventure into the Sierra Nevadas last July was, hands down, the best off-roading journey I have had in my life. I thought I knew what I was getting into after watching my dad’s video of his last trip here just a few months before but I was
Dirt Roads, Good Music, Camp Cooking, and Starry Skies Are Food for the Soul
Posted by Regena Kowitz on 2/13/2020 to
Lifestyle
There’s something to be said for driving down a dirt road, surrounded by trees and blue skies, while belting out your favorite songs at
Where Will You Catch Your Next Dream on the Trail?
Posted by Brad on 1/30/2020 to
Gear and Equipment
At the end of a long, fun day on the trail there is no better feeling than climbing into my rooftop tent and going to sleep. It’s a rewarding because, once you get in bed, a feeling of satisfaction stretches through my mind because I have
Becoming an "Overlander"
Posted by Devyn Kowitz on 12/27/2019 to
Lifestyle
It might be a surprise to some that a love for everything lifted, muddy, and smelling like gasoline doesn’t exactly run in every member of the TrailRecon family. For the longest time, I never
Experiencing Overland Expo West
Posted by Brad on 5/23/2019 to
Lifestyle
Overland Expo West in Flagstaff, Arizona, is my absolute favorite event of the year. What I love most is that it’s not just an event, it’s an experience. You don’t just goto Overland Expo West—you engage with it. From the
Channel Your Inner Astronaut: Off-roading in Valley of the Moons
Posted by Brad on 2/5/2017 to
Adventures
This trail has it all! Rock crawling. Spectacular scenery. An abandoned mine to explore.