If you thought Noobfest was big, just wait for Northwest Fest. One of the changes from last year though, is that you need to be a member to attend (think club run), or invited as a guest by a member (each member is allowed 1 guest vehicle). So if your not set on becoming a member yet, see if someone has a guest spot available.
I will say though Naches is worth every minute of the drive from Portland, and you will have a blast with your Jeep up there.
WOOT WOOT gratZ on the red letters man.(hook line and sinker)lol. im taking mine up, so your phlosophy from last weekend still works:guitar: it will be the same setup as you saw.
cool beans. i dono yet what day l get to leave, so i cant really comment on the new thred. i got no problem leading a crew up. i pack enough tracking electronics to make the the airforce gelious.