THEÂ REVELÂ CLUB and Yellow Dog Van Adventures are going to Big Bend!
Due to the distance between remote campgrounds, this trip is limited to 5 vans.
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TRIP OVERVIEW
The Big Bend area in west Texas derives its name from its location on the bend of the Rio Grande River, which separates the United States from Mexico.
Big Bend National Park has massive canyons, vast desert, the Chisos mountain range, and the Rio Grande River. At just over 800,000 acres, it’s the fifteenth largest national park, but one of the least visited due to its remote location. Big Bend Ranch State Park is right next door with another 300,000 acres of mountains, canyons, desert and river.
This trip is primarily along unimproved roads in both parks.
While we’ll see the well-known features of the park, like Santa Elena Canyon, we’ll take the backroads and see parts of both parks that most people don’t even know exist and never get a chance to see. We will be airing down for a more comfortable ride and have an air compressor to assist in airing back up. Camping will be all off grid. All dinners and final morning breakfast are included.
Meet Your Guide
Yellow Dog Van Adventures
MIKE FABER
REVEL OWNER AND EXPERT
DIY Project Scoping and Assistance
An engineer who spent a career in marketing and project management always needed some sort of tinkering outlet. From sailboats, to vintage cars, household projects, and now a 2019 Revel, Mike prefers DIY when it makes sense… and occasionally when it does not.Â
DIY is not for everyone, but about anyone can do many of the mods and repairs that our vans benefit from. Mike can assist with developing a plan, work instructions, list of materials, and tool recommendations as well as video call support during your project.
Some sample projects/enhancements: Garage space optimization, Rear box - storage options, mods and installation, RAM track adds and accessories, Silencing rattles, Water system, Interior storage
"Mike and Karen are skilled Revelers, having owned their vehicle for so long. They know how to make off-roading feel accessible to everyone, not just the hardcore. Their easy manner and gentle instruction helped to sharpen my skills and were patient with reminders when I forgot a skill every now and then.
Their itineraries were never too ambtious, just the right amount of driving and taking scenic walks, and other much-needed breaks in the action. Karen is a wonderful cook, Mike is a helpful and skilled problem-solver, and they are also just delightful people. I'd definitely take another course of theirs - and you should, too."
~ M.A.
HAVE A QUESTION?
Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I become a member of THE REVEL CLUB?
Do members of THE REVEL CLUB get preference?
Can I still participate if I am not a member of THE REVEL CLUB?
Any prerequisites required?
What will the roads we’re driving be like?
What will I learn?
Is food/drink provided?
Are pets allowed?
My vehicle has no modifications (i.e. bigger tires or lift), can I still attend?
Do I need recovery gear?
What is the weather like?
What if it rains?
What other activities are available?
BIG BEND BACKROADS EXCURSION
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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
First, thanks for the trip. I feel a lot more confident! Excited to keep my eyes open for more trips.
R.S.
Thanks Mike and Karen. We enjoyed our trip with you immensely. Food, itinerary, people and camp sites were top notch.
J & W
We learned so much and had lots of run! Thank you!
T.W.
