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There’s no doubt that overlanding and off-roading in cold weather presents unique challenges when it comes to staying warm and comfortable, which is why it’s crucial to be prepared. With the right gear and a bit of planning, there’s no reason you have to miss out on an epic winter camping trip or exhilarating off-road adventures just because it’s cold outside.

Overlanding and off-roading are not only good for the soul, they're also good for our mental and physical health. From less stress and better sleep, to building wonderful friendships, there many aspects of overlanding that can have a positive impact on every aspect of your health and well-being.

With the right tools and a little ingenuity, you can bake the perfect brownies while you're on your next camping trip. You'll be the most popular person around the campfire, because there is something magical about the smell of baking chocolate and the taste of warm, gooey brownies while relaxing at camp.

Chicken nuggets. Chicken tenders. Chicken bites. Call them what you will but these tasty morsels of breaded or battered boneless chicken are one of my favorite things to eat, and with a little bit of effort, you can make your own chicken nuggets, bites, tenders, or whatever you want to call them. 

These 15 tips for good manners are practiced by seasoned off-roaders when enjoying a day on the trail. These guidelines help ensure we all have a great time off-roading and stay safe while doing it.    

By saying "yes" to a three-day, off-road journey in Anza-Borrego—an adventure I almost said no to—I ended up with so much more than memories of a weekend trip. I honed my overlanding skills, made wonderful new friends, and discovered the magic and beauty of the American southwest desert. But that’s the thing about adventures, isn’t it? They’re about new challenges and experiences. They’re about expanding your horizons (literally and figuratively) and personal growth. And the best adventures often happen when you’re least expecting them.     

If you're new to the world of overlanding, you may not be sure what to think of it. Simply put, overlanding is all about self-sustained vehicle based adventure. And going on an adventure usually requires you to go down a road you’ve never traveled before (literally and figuratively) and overcoming any challenges you encounter on your journey. I discovered overlanding was all that and so much more.