SKILLZ DAY

                  

Welcome to Skillz Day!

Where confidence meets capability.

Whether you just bought your first Jeep or you've been wanting to hit the trails but aren't quite sure where to start, Skillz Day is for you.

Originally developed by MetalCloak over a decade ago, Skillz Day was created to help new Jeep owners build the skills, confidence, and knowledge they need to safely enjoy everything their vehicle was designed to do.

Join Friends of Hungry Valley, CORVA, MetalCloak, American Offroad, and experienced volunteers for a full day of hands-on instruction at Hungry Valley SVRA in a fun, safe, and supportive environment.

For just $25 per driver and $15 per passenger, you'll leave with practical skills that will completely change the way you experience your Jeep.

What You'll Learn

Think of this as Off-Roading 101—only with real Jeeps, real obstacles, and real trail experience.

Throughout the day you'll learn:

• Understanding your Jeep's 4WD system and trail capabilities

• When and how to use lockers, sway bar disconnects, and low range

• Picking the best driving line through obstacles

• Tire placement and vehicle control

• Essential off-road safety

• What recovery gear every Jeep should carry

• Recovery fundamentals and live demonstrations

• Safe and effective winch operation

• Responsible recreation and helping protect access to public lands

What Is Skillz Day?

Skillz Day is a hands-on driving experience where you'll learn by doing—not by sitting in a classroom.

Experienced instructors, volunteers, and industry professionals will coach you every step of the way, giving you the confidence to enjoy your Jeep safely both on and off the trail.

Who Should Attend?

This event is perfect for:

• New Jeep owners

• Drivers with little or no trail experience

• Jeep owners wanting to build confidence

• Previous Skillz Day participants looking for a refresher

If you're already an experienced rock crawler or seasoned trail leader, this event probably isn't designed for you.

Jeep-Only Event

This Skillz Day is exclusively for Jeep vehicles in partnership with MetalCloak.

To ensure the training curriculum matches the vehicles on the course, only Jeep models will participate in this event.

Own another type of 4x4?

Don't worry! Friends of Hungry Valley is already planning a dedicated Skillz Day specifically for other makes and models in the future.

Date & Schedule

Saturday, September 12th, 2026

Novice Group

• Registration: 8:15 AM

• Drivers Meeting: 9:15 AM

Advanced Beginner Group

• Registration: 9:15 AM

• Drivers Meeting: 9:45 AM

Not sure which group to choose?

• First time off-roading? → Novice

• Been through Skillz Day before? → Advanced Beginner

Splitting the groups allows for smaller class sizes, more driving time, and more one-on-one coaching.

Location

Hungry Valley State Vehicular Recreation Area

Pro Tip: Fuel up before entering the park. The nearest gas station is outside the entrance.

Food & Refreshments

Your registration includes:

• Morning coffee & donuts

• Hot lunch courtesy of American Offroad

We also recommend bringing extra water, snacks, and drinks for the day.

Meet Industry Partners

Throughout the event you'll have the opportunity to meet with industry professionals and local organizations while learning more about:

• Off-road safety

• Airing down and airing up

• Vehicle recovery

• Trail repairs

• Land use and public access

• Responsible recreation

What to Expect

This isn't a lecture.

You'll spend the day behind the wheel learning real-world driving skills.

Morning

• Hands-on instructional stations

• Obstacle coaching

• Driving technique

• Recovery demonstrations

• Winching instruction

• Vehicle walk-arounds

Afternoon

Once you've learned the fundamentals, you'll head onto the trails to put everything into practice with instructors riding along and guiding you through real trail obstacles.

Registration

Driver: $25

Passenger: $15

Registration includes:

• Full day of instruction

• Guided trail experience

• Morning coffee & donuts

• Hot lunch

• Access to instructors and industry experts

Every registration helps Friends of Hungry Valley continue providing educational programs that promote safe, responsible off-road recreation.

Interested in Volunteering?

Skillz Day wouldn't be possible without our incredible volunteers.

If you'd like to help coach, spot, assist with registration, or simply be part of an amazing event, we'd love to hear from you.

info@FOHV.org