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2006 Tierra Del Sol Desert Safari

Earth, wind, and fireworks near the Salton Sea.

writer: Trevor Reed
photographer: Trevor Reed

Click here for exclusive video from TDS 2006.

Thousands of off-roaders had a blast at the 44th annual Tierra Del Sol Desert Safari in the Truckhaven Hills near the Salton Sea. The festivities started on Friday afternoon and never stopped during the whole weekend. The rain didn't show up, but fireworks from south of the border did - and they could been seen in the sky all night as 'wheelers braved the trenches, along with hundreds of trails that included hill climbs and washes. It's estimated that 5,000 4x4s were there to kick up the ever-present dust. To make sure you don't miss out on the fun next year, visit the TDS Four Wheel Drive Club web site at: www.tds4x4.com

Make sure to check out the second page for more photos.


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