FD,

I'm in the same boat you are; I wanna go out to have some fun, but hopefully to keep my X in one piece also. As you spend more time here in the XOC you will see that there are groups and individuals who offer ideas for off-roading and have trips as well. If we get something going on a DC get-together, I'll let you know but I'm sure you will hear about it here. Enjoy the X!