We recently caught up with Joshua Jevons - Photographer, new father and Graphic Designer - to see how he and his family have been doing. We're always so captivated by his amazing photography from within Colorado and his new home in the picturesque Adirondack Mountains. Josh talks about what mods and gear he currently has on his Taco, as well as some of the best family friendly camping places and sites to see around Colorado and the Adirondacks.
What do you do in your spare time (when not overlanding or working)?
I like to get outside as much as possible when I can. In that sense I like to do anything that will encourage me to get outdoors. Landscape and wildlife photography has been that outlet as well as kayaking in the summer, boating, hiking, camping, snowshoeing or snowboarding in the winter. These days I am a new dad so I am finding ways to get outside with my son that are baby friendly.
Where is your favorite place to go overlanding?
By far Moab, UT is my favorite; Chicken Corners specifically. I lived in Colorado for 8 years and my favorite places there were the Tarryall area, Canon City area, Fruita/Grand Junction, and Buena Vista. Honestly, you can’t go wrong in any of the National Forests or Bureau of Land Management areas in Colorado and neighboring states. I recently moved to the Adirondacks in New York so I am excited to explore the area as well as Vermont and New Hampshire. I'm already finding some great places.
What are the best family camping locations in New York?
Anywhere within the border of the Adirondack Park. There’s a plethora of campgrounds, lakes, rivers, waterfalls, mountains and trails to explore. The High Peaks region is probably the most picturesque. Lake Placid and Lake George areas have lots of family friendly things to do.
What vehicle do you have and what modifications have you made to it?
I own a 2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road. I’ve got an Ironman 4x4 suspension lift kit, 17” Black Rhino Primm rims, Falken Wildpeak tires size 285, Baja Designs amber fog lights, Extreme LED light bar, and a BesTop Supertop for the bed.
What gear would you take on your next adventure?
Firstly my camera gear is a must. I’ve got a Pelican case to house all my equipment; tripods, camera bodies, lenses, filters, lights, drones, etc. My kayak is pretty much permanently strapped to the roof during the summer and fall months along with my paddle. Depending on the conditions I’ll bring my Maxtrax, a shovel, some rescue gear and an air compressor with me. Camping gear of course; a tent, sleeping bags, chairs, etc. And probably the most important of all; a cooler filled with ice cold beer!
What Rhino-Rack products do you currently have on your Tacoma?
I’ve got the Pioneer Platform on my roof with some Stow It Utility Holders, the Cam Buckle Pioneer Pickup Kit, Pioneer Eye Bolt Kit, and the Dome 1300 Awning.
With COVID, what are some places you recommend people can still travel to safely?
Most of the places I recommended above for overlanding are public lands located in the vast expansive regions of the American West. Once you’re out there you may not see another person for 10-20 miles. I’d say it takes social distancing to the extreme.
How do you Make Space for Adventure?
I run my own design studio and my wife runs her own fashion business. On top of being new parents our schedule is all over the place. I make space for adventure by keeping work for the weekdays and dedicating the weekend to play. Work-life balance is important to us. Physically I make plenty of space for adventure thanks to my Pioneer Platform and truck bed. I can haul pretty much anything with me anywhere I go.
Follow Josh Jevons:
Instagram - @el_coyota
Website - www.jevonsdesign.com/
