Welcome to the group, Chad! I'm glad you found us. Based on your photo, you will fit right in here. RME is a fantastic "non-denominational" 4WD forum, where folks with all sorts of rigs and all sorts of 4WD hobbies are welcome to gather. I am sure you'll make many friends here.
I am particularly happy that you found us via the net. I have been accused of being an overzealous promoter of ham radio--and I'd say that is a correct assessment--so I think it is great that you've already entered that world as well. Sorry I wasn't on the net last night; before then, I had been net control each week. (Eric did a great job in my absence and I appreciate his willingness to step up and handle it.)
I see you're a General, and I read your bio on QRZ. Do you have a mobile radio in your rig? <I apologize if I'm asking questions you answered on the net.>
I look forward to seeing you on the trail and chatting with you on the radio.