Brent Boychuk
Contributed by Brent Boychuk
What a fantastic journey working toward the Coalmont 4x4 Invasion. It is turning into a very successful event. They already have participants from the east coast of Canada and from our neighbours to the south, making the Coalmont 4x4 Invasion a coast-to-coast international event.
It is sure to be an action packed weekend with fun challenges using your 4x4. Test your suspension on the RTI ramp, or ‘become one’ with your rig on the vehicle size teeter-totter. Let's not forget the trade-show where vendors will show you what’s new in the off-road industry to help you better equip your rig, and hopefully you’ll find some great deals!
There will be learning sessions, morning and afternoon, for the newbie to the experienced off-road enthusiast. If you want to test your newfound skills, you can take in one of the guided trail runs each day.
Oh, but wait! You’re not ready to turn in just yet! We have Myles Murphy & The Hillside Outlaws that are going to give us a fantastic show on Friday night. And what does A.W.A.R.E & After The Blacktop Ends (ATBE) have up their sleeves for Saturday? Well you will have to attend to find out. You may have to take the following week off … just to recuperate.
Five years ago, ATBE set a goal and put a plan in motion. The goal was to unite the various off-road groups who share a common interest in off-roading; Jeep, Toyota, Land Rover, Chevy, Ford, Ram, Nissan (you name it). The Coalmont 4x4 Jamboree is culmination of those efforts. ATBE is not a brand-specific group and they believe that if we all work together we can make a positive impact for our off-road community.
Sessions offered on the environment, how to tread lightly with off-road activities (proper respect and use of trails), may sound boring, but it is a vital aspect we all must be A.W.A.R.E. of, to sustain the off-road sport for years to come.
If you haven’t already purchased your tickets, do it now and make sure to join us at the Coalmont 4x4 Invasion Jamboree! More information and tickets can be found at www.aftertheblacktopends.com. Driver/rig tickets are only $175.00 for the weekend and include a camping spot, sessions, trail rides, four meals, entertainment, door prizes, activities and much more!
We would not have this level of interest if it were not for the efforts of the very dedicated people that have helped turn a dream into reality. The Coalmont 4x4 Invasion is taking place in Coalmont, BC from July 5 - 8 2018 and it is going to be a fantastic time for all attendees.