John Kostuch
ANARC (Association of North American Rover Clubs) supports Land Rover enthusiast organizations ranging from incorporated clubs to social media groups, currently serving 27 member clubs from Maine to California and Alabama to Ontario.
The organization’s flagship event for 2025 will be the inaugural Stewards Training, taking place March 26-30 at the Cole Learning Center of the I4WDTA (International 4 Wheel Drive Training Association) facility in Tularosa, NM. This hands-on program features eight world-class trainers, including Chris Cole and Bill Burke, who will instruct participants in trail leadership, medical/emergency first aid, radio communications, and marshaling. ANARC encourages each member club to send two representatives who can bring this valuable knowledge back to their organizations.
Building on successful 2024 partnerships with Pacific Coast, Minnesota, and Gulf Coast Land Rover Clubs, ANARC will collaborate with two of its founding members in 2025. The Ottawa Valley Land Rovers will host their annual Birthday Party from August 22-24 in McDonald’s Corners, ON, while the Rover Owners’ Association of Virginia will celebrate their 50th anniversary during the Mid-Atlantic Rally, September 25-28 in Arvonia, VA.
Both events promise unique activities and experiences for owners of any Land Rover. ANARC will continue its tradition of featuring special guests and honoring local enthusiasts who have made significant contributions to the Land Rover community over the years.
Rovers North will again support ANARC-partnered events by providing supplies and expertise for RTV courses. The RTV course allows all enthusiasts to try their skills on a controlled trail and enables member clubs to compete in the annual ANARC Cup challenge. Team New Mexico, the 2024 ANARC Cup winners, will defend their title against new challengers in 2025.
For more information about these events and other happenings in the North American Land Rover club and enthusiast community, visit www.anarc.club.