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Expedition Vehicle Outfitters Featured Explorer In this feature we were able to sit down and learn a little about a great couple that has a passion for adventure Justin & Michelle Sturgill also known as @misplaced_overland. One scroll through Instagram and you would see they have some great rigs. Lets learn more about their great adventure vehicles and where they love to travel. SIGN UP FOR THE ADVENTURE NEWSLETTER Expedition: So where can people find you guys online if we wanted to check out some of your trips? @misplaced_overland: So a little about me. My wife and I travel together and we are Misplaced Overland on IG and YouTube. Expedition: What kind of Adventure Vehicles do you currently use and what would be your dream Adventure Vehicle? @misplaced_overland: We currently have a 2017 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro, a 2014 Jeep wrangler unlimited Rubicon and a 2019 Can Am Maverick max SXS we explore with also. I don't have a dream rig but lately have been drooling over the 4x4 Sprinter Van conversions as I think this would be a great rig to travel in full time, but would probably never be able to afford one. Expedition: What has been your favorite travel experience so far and what trips are you currently planning? @misplaced_overland: To date our favorite place to travel has been the Black Hills of South Dakota and locally our favorite spot is Silver Lake. We are currently working on a trip out west, unsure as to where yet but we are trying to do at least 12 days. We also have a few local trips to Michigan we want to do as well. SIGN UP FOR THE ADVENTURE NEWSLETTER Expedition: The best question of them all. What is your favorite meal to cook around the campsite? @misplaced_overland: I have an arsenal for camp cooking as I almost always do the cooking. We have many favorites and depending on the time of year depends on what we prepare but one we do a lot around the fire is what we call hobo dinners which is essentially a foil meal with a protein and a ton of veggies. Check out @misplaced_overland on Instagram Check out @misplaced_overland on YouTube Thank You Justin & Michelle for taking the time to share a little bit about themselves and we can’t wait to see what adventures they take on next. Be sure to give them a follow! If you are ready to get your vehicle adventure ready Expedition Vehicle Outfitters is here for you. From suspensions, axle work and armor to off grid power solutions and complex electrical work Expedition has the experience to help you travel confidently. CHECK OUT SOME OTHER ARTICLES BELOW THIS IS HOW TO GET STARTED OVERLANDING IN MICHIGAN WHERE TO FIND OVERLAND TRAILS IN MICHIGAN

Expedition Vehicle Outfitters Featured Explorer We are super excited to tell you about our Featured Explorer Heather Blakeman. Three words to sum up Heather is she’s pretty awesome. Heather is a health and fitness personal trainer who resides in Telluride, Colorado. But let’s get this straight, yes you will find Heather in the gym but you will also find her at the summit of many of the highest peaks in Colorado, competing in Marathons throughout the Alpine Loop, Mountain biking in Utah and all out adventuring through the western states. If you want to feel inspired to travel through Colorado and Utah be sure to follow Heather on Instagram her account is @miles_in_the_mountains. She’s very driven and positive, we are lucky to have her as a Featured Explorer. Let’s find out more about Heather and the South Western Colorado Region. Expedition: What are your social media handles and how can people find you online? Heather: I’m on most platforms but you can follow me on Instagram at @mile_in_the_mountains, follow me on Facebook at Heather Rose Blakeman / Heather Rose Health & Wellness, and subscribe to my YouTube Heather Rose Health & Wellness. If you want to learn about staying healthy in the mountains check out my website www.heatherrosewellness.com. CHECK OUT HEATHERS WEBSITE RIGHT HERE Expedition: Where is your favorite place you have traveled to so far? Heather: Hands down the San Juan Mountains in Colorado. Any trails from Telluride to Ouray to Silverton. But not by vehicle, only by feet, I really enjoy finding all the hidden locations that can only be experienced by foot. SIGN UP FOR THE ADVENTURE NEWSLETTER Expedition: What kind of vehicle do you have currently? What is your dream rig? Heather: I currently drive a Nissan X-terra with a small lift, Gobi rack and larger tires that I actually bought from you guys. My X-terra has successfully made it through the entire Alpine Loop, Ophir Pass, Imogene Pass, and Last Dollar road. My dream rig - probably a sprinter van with high clearance. Expedition: What is your favorite fireside meal? Heather: My favorite "fireside" or camp meal is always breakfast - but any time of the day. I love a good fire top breakfast before a big day on the trails - whether it is mountain biking, running, or off roading - gotta start a good day off at breakfast. My favorite is definitely iron skillet breakfast burritos made with sweet potatoes, a ton of veggies, eggs and bacon with spicy salsa and a lot of cheese. Expedition: What is your next adventure? Heather: Next trip - I will be going to Steamboat Springs for a week in June for all things outdoors - where we camp, hike, paddle board, mountain bike, and run a full marathon. After that, I will be going to Lake Superior in July for a 50k run. If it isn’t obvious by now Heather is very active and has tons of knowledge about the Alpine Loop Region. We are really excited to feature some future articles from Heather about what to expect when traveling in the Telluride, Ouray, Silverton, and Alpine Loop Regions. Many of our clients take their vehicles that we build for them to that area so this will be very helpful. Make sure to hit up her socials below. HEATHERS INSTAGRAM HEATHERS FACEBOOK HEATHERS WEBSITE CHECK OUT SOME OTHER ARTICLES HOW TO WORK FROM THE NATIONAL PARKS WHERE TO FIND OVERLAND TRAILS IN MICHIGAN