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Stuck in a hole
Friday, June 14th, 2024, at 2:57 p.m. (ET), we received a request for help with an offroad recovery in Michigan. The requester, Brandon Evers, submitted the following information: “Jeep Grand Cherokee Stuck in the hole.
Two recoveries back-to-back
Friday, June 14th 2024, at 11:14 a.m. (PT), we received a request for help with an offroad recovery in Washington. The requester, John Mccafferty, submitted the following information: “RV It’s sunk about 5in. Had 2
Loose rocks uphill offroad recovery in Utah
Thursday, June 13, 2024, at 1:49 p.m. (MT), we received a request for help with an offroad recovery in Utah. The requester, Jason Anderson, submitted the following information: “Trail name: Dunns Ridge Trail entrance: Highway
I stepped out of my truck with it in drive
On June 17, 2024, a request from Thomas Tucker for offroad recovery in Alabama was received after his truck rolled off a seawall. David Mrak organized local assistance, and volunteer Kurt Burge successfully recovered the vehicle using a winch setup, completing the task in 1.5 hours, addressing the situation with minimal property disruption.
Stuck at a hill in Wildomar OHV
On June 11th, 2024, Anthony Vu requested offroad recovery assistance in Wildomar OHV, California. Stuck on a hill, he needed a winch out. Local volunteer Kyle Phillips responded quickly and freed the vehicle within an hour. Thanks to Kyle for his prompt and helpful assistance.
4runner in mud offroad recovery in Ohio
On June 11, 2024, a request for assistance with an offroad recovery in Ohio was submitted by Brandon Ward. Despite volunteers being far, many responded within an hour. Fortunately, Brandon freed his vehicle by 11:15 a.m. The organization thanked volunteers and encouraged more sign-ups for future requests.
I am stuck in about 5 feet of water
On June 11, 2024, Laurie Ellis requested offroad recovery assistance in Maine after becoming trapped in water with a Jeep. David Mrak organized the response, with volunteers Craig Pushard and Benjamin Jenkins assisting. Craig documented the challenging rescue, describing the vehicle’s complex extraction process. The recovery was successful thanks to Craig’s detailed efforts.
We got stuck in a storm
Monday, June 3rd, 2024, at 3:02 p.m. (CT), we received a request for help with an offroad recovery in Alabama. The requester, Kindall Brown, submitted the following information: “My mom and I are working in
GMC canyon buried in mud
On June 2nd, 2024, Arthur Greenlee requested help for his stuck GMC Canyon AT4X in a Michigan swamp. Offroad Portal’s David Mrak coordinated with local volunteer Kaleb Edwards, who responded by 11:30 a.m. and successfully assisted by 1:00 p.m. The situation is awaiting further updates and photos.
I’m stuck in mud and sliding off
On June 2nd, 2024, Aaron Schwarz requested offroad recovery in Tennessee after his truck got stuck in mud. David Mrak organized volunteer help, and Moose Petersen successfully recovered the truck using a Jeep and kinetic rope. Moose provided photos and was thanked with a decal. Volunteers can sign up for recovery alerts.
Stuck in mud in Illinois
On June 1st, 2024, Nathan Manalastas requested help for his Ford excursion stuck in mud in Illinois. Organized by David Mrak, local volunteers were mobilized. Mark Warden successfully completed the recovery by mid-morning. More details are awaited. Special thanks to Mark. Sign up for notifications at offroadportal.org/signup.
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Stuck in a vacant lot
On June 1st, 2024, Edward Cavazos requested assistance in Texas for his Nissan Sentra stuck in mud. Local volunteer Misty Weddle responded within minutes and used her winch to quickly free the car. Misty had previously helped Edward. Their prompt response highlights community support and efficiency in offroad recoveries.
Stuck at a friend’s property
Tuesday, May 28th, 2024, at 1:45 p.m. (CT), we received a request for help with an offroad recovery in Texas. The requester, Mark Antill, submitted the following information: “Was out yesterday on a friend’s property
4xe stock high center in snow
Tuesday, May 28th, 2024, at 8:20 a.m. (PT), we received a request for help with an offroad recovery in Washington. The requester, Mecit Gungor, submitted the following information: “My jeep wrangler 4xe got stuck on
My jeep died on me and got vandalized
Saturday, May 25th, 2024, at 9:31 a.m. (PT), we received a request for help with an offroad recovery in California. The requester, Bren Hewitt, submitted the following information: “My jeep wrangler JKU died on me
Fronts hanging off the front ledge of a boulder
Thursday, May 23rd, 2024, at 5:03 p.m. (PT), we received a request for help with an offroad recovery in California. The requester, Cheryl Snider, submitted the following information: “I am high centered, have placed rocks
We hit a stump and snapped the front wheels
Tuesday, May 21st, 2024, at 6:36 p.m. (ET), we received a request for help with an offroad recovery in Maine. The requester, Francis Lemieux, submitted the following information: “Hello, I am looking for help retrieving
Winch stopped working
Monday, May 20th, 2024, at 5:40 p.m. (CT), we received a request for help with an offroad recovery in Texas. The requester, Michael Pederson / MEMBER, submitted the following information: “I’m a member of the
Dropped off the road into a washout
Saturday, May 18th, 2024, at 7:08 p.m. (ET), we received a request for help with an offroad recovery in Maine. The requester, Stephen Conley, submitted the following information: “I have a 2019 Toyota Tacoma. The
Stuck in the ditch since January
Wednesday, May 15th, 2024, at 9:57 p.m. (MT), we received a request for help with an offroad recovery in Idaho. The requester, Randy Holland, submitted the following information: “I’m up on the 1575. Just off
We got stuck in a ditch due to rain
Monday, May 13th, 2024, at 11:21 a.m. (CT), we received a request for help with an offroad recovery in Oklahoma. The requester, Juantae Carnell, submitted the following information: “Hello there, my name is Juantae Carnell
Their winch broke, and they have a 2-year-old with them
Sunday, May 12, 2024, at 6:01 p.m. (CT), we received a request for help with an offroad recovery in Arkansas. The requester, Brandon Eidson, submitted the following information: “We have a family who needs somebody
Bogged down in the mud
Saturday, May 11th, 2024, at 6:41 p.m. (PT), we received a request for help with an offroad recovery in Madras, Oregon. The requester, Max Mccord, submitted the following information: “2015 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk, bogged down
Stuck sideways on a snowed trail
Saturday, May 11, 2024, at 5:52 p.m. (MT), we received a request for help with an offroad recovery in Montana. The requester, Daniel Gemmel, submitted the following information: “Stuck east of Martin City Montana, just
Driver front wheel off edge
Friday, May 10th, 2024, at 8:54 p.m. (PT), we received a request for help with an offroad recovery in Washington. The requester, David Hoel, submitted the following information: “Driver front wheel off edge. Need an
1994 Delica L400 rolled off the road
Thursday, May 9th, 2024, at 6:02 p.m. (PT), we received a request for help with an offroad recovery in Oregon. The requester, Dave Knip, submitted the following information: “Highway 97 4 miles outside of Chemult.
Stuck crossing a river
Tuesday, May 7th, 2024, at 9:03 p.m. (MT), we received a request for help with an offroad recovery in New Mexico. The requester, Marley Gutierrez, submitted the following information: “stuck in the Gila River going
Ford Transit 350 stuck
Tuesday, May 7th, 2024, at 8:27 p.m. (ET), we received a request for help with an offroad recovery in Georgia. The requester, Mike Mundy, submitted the following information: “On the way to Rood Creek Campground
Winner of the Yankum Kinetic Rope in AZ
This past weekend, we attended the first Meet-n-Greet in AZ, Organized by RC, the administrator for this state. He managed to find a place to have this event, at Bumble Bee Ranch, which was a
