President
Prior to founding East Coast Krawlers in 2021, I was Director of Global Enterprise Architecture for a major fortune 500 biotech company for 23 year. In 2019, I purchased my first Jeep. Within 2 weeks of the purchase, I was at an Off-Road park that I never knew existed. That day changed my life forever. I wheeled as much as I could taking a brand new jeep off roading every chance I got. I started modifying it and the rest is history.
Vice President
I'm happy to announce that Robert Schmitt (Jeff) will assume a leadership role in our club. Jeff will be an alternate trail guide, help plan future club events and more importantly help me grow our club. I've known Jeff for over 3 years through our friendship at Rausch Creek Off Road Park. He's an excellent wheeler, a 20 year veteran of our US Navy and overall a great guy. Please join me in welcoming Jeff to our clubs core team.
Board Member
Hey folks! I’m an adrenaline junky first and whether it’s race cars or buggies I like to take it to the extreme. I’ve been wheeling for 40+ years, yes I’m old but never underestimate an old dude in a buggy. I’ve been fortunate enough to have my own business for over three decades which allows be to play as hard as I work. I wheel a retired Ultra4 Buggy and am in the process of building a new one. I enjoy the comradery of the off-road community and have made lifelong friends. If the blue buggy is leading your group you are in for a exciting experience..
Director
Hey everyone I just wanted to take a moment and introduce myself. I’m Jessica, one of your Tennessee chapter leaders. We plan rides most weekends and our main area is Windrock Park, the country’s largest privately owned off-road park with 73,000 acres. If you are in the area and want to check the park out feel free to contact me, if we don’t have a ride planned we will put one together for you. Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend.
Director
BC has over 30 years of experience wheeling and building Jeeps. Boo has 5 years of experience wheeling. We have led numerous groups on trail rides at both Uwharrie and Windrock for Southern and other events and Boo also leads and annual group of women at Uwharrie. . He does all of the work on our Jeeps. BC is an active deputy and is on active duty orders with the Coast Guard. Boo works from home in insurance litigation. We have 3 amazing children between the 2 of us, one police officer, one EOD Army and one college bound high school senior.
Director
I originally came from the Memphis area after having served my career as a Memphis Police Officer and later as a detective before moving to Raleigh NC for my wife's career. Back story, I met my wife in Memphis but she was not from there and had no desire to stay there so after our only son Evan was born in 2014 she asked me when I could retire because she did not want to stay in Memphis and wanted me out of law enforcement.
Board Member
Hello ECK, my name is Ken Chalkley. I live in Athens, TN, and I'm thrilled to be a part of this group. I've been an off road enthusiast since before my teen years. I actually started out on horseback, then moved to dirt bikes. In my early 20s I graduated to rail buggies, then went to building them. In my early 30s I moved into the jeep world and haven't looked back. I am now 58 and having the time of my life wheeling. I am currently in the process of rebuilding my 97 TJ, (I broke it bad!) I have met some amazing people over the years and look forward to meeting many more. Now go play in the dirt!
Board Member
My name is Kelly Morrow. I live in Ooltewah, TN. My first Jeep was 1980 CJ 7. I grew up on motorcycles and have been a part of the off road community for a long time. Early in my life I chose to go in to the USMC. I did participate in Desert Shield and Desert Storm making me a war veteran. I am officially retired now adorning blessed with some interesting jobs. I have always loved being off road. That will never change. I am co-founder of Nooga Jeep Club and I take fellow jeepers out on trial on the weekends as much as I can.
Director
Been off-roading for about 10 years now. Avid outdoorsman, including hunting, fishing, camping and hiking. I enjoy anything from green trails to red trails. If I'm not hitting a trail in the jeep or riding passenger with one of my buddies you can find my on on a soon to be trail with a chainsaw in my hand! I'm a firm believer of a day in the woods is better then a day in the office. Hope to see-ya in the woods soon!
Board Member
Hi! I'm Adam and here's a bit about me. I'm an ARMY Veteran, outdoorsman, spent 20 years as heavy equipment mechanic. I wheel a Built 09 LJK, and I've been trail guiding for over 5 years.
Board Member
Hi Jeepers! I've been hitting the trails for 4 years now. I have learned alot for the guys at Mud & Honor. I typically will run the greens and blues. Usually always have a newbie in the group. Nothing better then seeing the smiles after a few trails from the beginners. I also usually have several cameras going . From a drone, bumper Gopro, or just from the phone. Feel free to watch some videos on my page.
Board Member
My name is Barry and I currently have a 92 YJ in great condition. I also have a modified 23 ZR2 Colorado. I have guided in the Everglades since 1979. I am a master chef and run the Largest beach resort in Fort Myers Fl.
