First Steps
As we tumble into fall, people are still doing their best to get away from home and seek solace. Personally, I’ve found peace and sanity from the current, interesting climate with short getaways and time with Mother Nature. I’ve also started a new project: building a Lexus GX 460. And like with most things, starting something new comes with challenges and requires time, but the rewards are usually worth it.
Perhaps you also recently started a new hobby, like camping or cooking or photography, or dove deeper into one that existed. If you’ve been thinking of starting something new, my advice: Go for it! What do you have to lose? I live and promote the thought that anyone can do anything they set their mind to. Some people have natural talents and pick up things easy, while others need more practice to reach similar results. However, investing the time and persevering, while learning your limitations, will prove worthwhile for most everyone when starting something new.
This issue we celebrate a hobby shared by many overlanders: photography. Some got into adventure vehicle travel to get out further and take more amazing pictures. Others decided to pick up a camera and practice photography because they were constantly surrounded by unbelievable scenery and wanted to share it with others. We’ve got something for everyone, whether you’re just getting into the hobby or you’re a longtime veteran. John Pangilinan brings us the latest photo storage gear and a story about brothers who started their own company to build the best camera travel bag. We also introduce a new column by Chris Collard, Viewpoint, where he’ll share his tips about photography.
Not to be forgotten, you’ll be inspired from our team of writers and photographers who bring their vision to life in our features, people who share the same hobby of yours: taking a trip with friends and family to see the great landscape of the world. World traveler Dan Grec shows us Ethiopia, Mercedes Lilienthal captures why Highway 395 is so popular, and there are plenty of epic shots of the thing you like most: trucks, Jeeps, and SUVs.
When starting something new, whether it is adventure vehicle exploration or a new hobby, the rst step could be hardest. Take that rst step; you’ll be happy you did.