blujfan - glad to see you will be joining us!
thmstec - sad to see that you wont keep trying! or maybe you could meet up with us just for the day saturday or sunday, i think we are planning to do runs both days

as far as supplies, im trying to figure out what we'll need
offroading stuff I have..
full sized spare (18" rim w/ dueler)
20' 10k capacity tow strap w/ 5/8" D ring shackles
a boatload of tools just in case
a video camera
2 walkie-talkies and a CB

what camping supplies will others need me to bring?