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About

Michael POWERS

ADVENTURE ENTHUSIAST

Proximity Adventure Rentals was born out of our long-time involvement with vehicle adventure lifestyle. I was blessed to grow up on a ranch, where I was put into motion with vehicle-based travel early on. My earliest memories began with a ride in a 1955 Willys Jeep at 6 years old.

My grandfather had taken me out with him to scope hunting sites. At one point, while meandering, he attempted to climb a hill that was too much for his traction capability and we began to slide, then rolled backwards. When he turned the wheel a little too much, trying to recover, it caused us to roll the vehicle over. We were both seat-belted in, so no one was harmed.

From that day forward, I was hooked on vehicle assisted adventures. I spent my early years involved with motorcycles, atvs, sandrails, and eventually that same Jeep that started it all. I moved onto Polaris RZR in 2014 and have been completely hooked on the SxS scene ever since.

I haven’t found a better family-oriented activity where everyone can be involved that satisfies the adventure mindset while being somewhat affordable. One day, I realized ownership is not for everyone, my wife and I decided it would be a good idea to create an opportunity that allows people and families to experience this great activity without the responsibility of ownership.

We welcomed Proximity Adventure Rentals to our family activities!

Brayden POWERS

The earliest memory I have is being strapped into a buggy with a 5 point harness and shot around the dune, the safety equipment has gotten better and so has the enjoyment of riding, 10/10 would recommend.

Briana POWERS

My first off-road experience was with my husband in his GMC 4×4, driving dirt roads in the hills by our home. I was always afraid of what was on the other side of the peak or losing control and rolling (end-over-end type of roll) back down the hill, since I never went off-roading before. Over the years, I have picked up on some of Michael’s tricks to be safe, pick a line and still have a good time. I now enjoy the adventures we take with our family finding random points of interests in the middle of nowhere, including hidden gems with good food. Getting to know other off roaders, who share the excitement and adventure we enjoy. Our hope by providing adventure rentals is that families can enjoy our favorite past time too.

Payton POWERS

I learned to spot a good hill climb before I learned to walk. I’d point and yell until my dad drove our little homemade buggy up the hill I deemed worthy. Starting this hobby at a young age set me up for a lifetime of adventure, relaxation, and–let’s be honest–some questionable financial choices involving Facebook Marketplace.
Over the years, I’ve ridden just about everything: three-wheelers, quads, dirt bikes, kids’ RZRs, 4×4 cars, and eventually, I graduated to the big guys—Turbos and Pros. I’m lucky to have packed all these experiences into my short 20 years of life, and now I’m excited to help others experience what I love.
Once you start this journey–winding through forest trails or flying across dry lake beds in the desert–there’s no going back. That’s the feeling my family and I want to share with you through Proximity Adventure.

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