JD is joined by Bryan (Beatrice JKU the Lunchbox) and Calvin (SRG Offroad) for a loose, funny, and brutally honest conversation about whether Easter Jeep Safari still deserves its reputation as the kickoff to the off-road season. Alongside Bryan’s Moab trail plan—Coyote Canyon, Metal Masher, Kane Creek, Behind the Rocks, and Top of the World—the crew gets into Jeep Wrangler reality, rock crawling travel costs, overlanding trends, and why more wheelers are choosing other events over Moab. JD also shares a what may be his final update on his JK warranty battle, including oil consumption, repeated codes, and the possibility of an engine replacement. From public land access and vendor-show fatigue to the simple question of where your off-road dollars actually go, this episode has plenty for anyone following EJS, Moab trails, Jeep events, and the future of the community. If you’ve ever wondered whether the 60th anniversary of EJS still matters, this one’s worth a listen.

📍Trails and Destinations

Coyote Canyon, Moab, Utah

Metal Masher, Moab, Utah

Kane Creek Canyon, Moab, Utah

Behind the Rocks Trail, Moab, Utah

Top of the World, Utah

Sand Hollow State Park, Utah

Moab Area Trails

Wolf Caves Off Road Park, Texas

🛠️ Gear and Tools

DJI Osmo Action Cameras

Rock Krawler Suspension Systems

TYRI Off-Road Lighting

Z Automotive Tazer JL Mini

🚙 Community Shoutouts

Bryan: Beatrice JKU the Lunchbox

Calvin: SRG Offroad

JD: MeAndMyYellowJK

OFF ROAD N Chill

🌎 Advocacy & Conservation

BlueRibbon Coalition

Save Moab

Tread Lightly!

Utah Public Lands Alliance

📰 News Topics

🔥 2026 Easter Jeep Safari Concepts

BLM Proposal to Reopen Over 250 Miles of Moab Trails

The Fight to Save Moab

📅 Events and Resources

Easter Jeep Safari (EJS) 2026

Jeep Beach 2026

OFF ROAD N Chill

Overland Expo West

Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion

Trail Hero

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