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Congratulations to @Luke K P, @Emanuel and @Ishak You’ve not only completed all three Leaders Lead sessions but you've excelled through every stage with remarkable strength, consistency, and focus. This is a big achievement. It reflects a high level of skill, endurance, and mental toughness that very few possess. Desert leadership is anything but easy — it challenges your instincts, demands precise decision-making, and tests your patience and adaptability in real time. What seemed straightforward on the surface has now revealed its true depth, and you have risen above every challenge with distinction. You've proven yourselves to be true desert leaders, demonstrating that leadership isn't just about driving — it's about guiding, adapting, and inspiring under pressure. Congratulations on your outstanding journey and achievement — your growth as desert leaders is well-earned and well-respected.

Dear Desertnauts Last instructions for tomorrow's drive. As planned, we'll cross the sands between Sweihan and Tilal Resort, hoping to cross, at some point, the path taken by the author of "Arabian Sands" on his way from Yemen to Abu Dhabi. Long range cordons, skirting farms, in the hope of encountering the camels so beloved by the Bedu tribe described in the book. “Many Englishmen have written about camels. When I open a book and see the familiar disparagement, the well-worn humour, I realize that the author's knowledge of them is slight, that he has never lived among the Bedu, who know the camel's worth: 'Ata Allah', or 'God's gift', they call her, and it is her patience that wins the Arab's heart. I have never seen a Bedu strike or ill-treat a camel. Always the camel's needs come first. It is not only that the Bedu's existence depends upon the welfare of his animals, but that he has a real affection for them.” The exit will be in the proximity of a camel track, and close to Tilal Resort, where it will be possible to stop for lunch, for those who choose to do so. The convoy order is the following: @Sam Selim in Second Lead @Wayne Momsen at #3 @fred_ at #4 @Chrismayer at #5 @Diego at #6 @Aser at Center @Myrko at #8 @Steve Farmer at #9 @Humi at #10 @Kirill K at #11 @vinayak n at #12 @Krinesh at #13 and @Giacomo in Sweep Looking forward to seeing you tomorrow. Have a nice Saturday evening.

I'll upload the content to my old YouTube channel from last night, it wasn't very professional footage as was messing around with angles. I had such a good time last night no doubt it was such a fun and chilled drive everyone drove so well and really nice to meet new people. That for me is the best part of carnity - meeting like-minded and chilled people. Thanks Doc for the drive honestly it was great and Mike seeing you after 2 (!) years imagine. My dad says hi by the way do you remember him we took him to badayer with hisham on the fewbie plus/intermediate drive. Chris great finally and properly chatting to you also and everyone else. Same time same place 😁

Try to upload this video in gallery but only can upload images. Below is the link for short video. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DK352mAzSO7/?igsh=MXRldWZ2M3Y1bHNtdA==

That was a really fun drive. @M.Seidam thanks for leading, that was a lovely route with a nice mix of interesting views, easy lines and a couple of technical parts to sharpen skills on. Everyone did really well, evidenced by the very flat sand you kindly left for me at the back! @Imran Asghar I’m really pleased you’re resurrecting the YouTube channel. I’ve found it’s nice just to keep a diary of drives - something to look back on in later years!

Dear Friends @Imran Asghar@INSTINCT@Zahid Sharif@Herman G@khurramm@Mike M.@Kashx2@Faraz94@nithish468@waqar@Mahesh_@Zulfikhar Naiyar@Mahmut@ChrisW Thank you all of joining the night drive yesterday . It turned out to be one of the most beautiful trips in the night at newbie level which I was impressed truly of the performance of everyone of you guys despite it was the first night drive for many of you. special thanks to imran who was impeccable second lead as well as to Mike who spared no effort giuding and supporting effectively when ever needed . Thanks extend to Mahesh and Chris for their valuable help in the middle and the back of the convoy. it was true pleasure driving with you all folks and hope we meet soon . below is a relive of our drive for memory take care Seidam

We just came back(31.05-1.06 was very busy and miss you all guys, can't wait when will see you all again) from a magical one-day/one-night mini-trip to Snake Gorge Canyon in Oman, and I can’t wait to share it with Carnity community! 🚗 The Journey Begins We set out early on Saturday morning with my boys, and after about 8 hours, we crossed the border into Oman. Traffic was nearly non-existent—maybe because it was early, or because Eid was a week away. 🛣️ On the Road The highway after the border was a bit monotonous, but once we turned toward the mountains, the real adventure began. We passed Al Hazm Fort and an Omani local even suggested we check it out—unfortunately that was on Day 2 and time was tight. ⛰️ Into the Wadi The last 30–40 minutes to our destination was pure Wadi and mountain switchbacks. My Expedition was cruising in 4A without a hitch, while the Pajero and LC pickup shifted into 4L more than once. This was my first tough-road experience, and wow—the views were breathtaking. On the way back, I made a few stops just to soak it all in. Looking down? Terrifying! XD 🏠 Arrival & Exploration We reached our guest house, had a hearty lunch, and prepped for the hike. Since my younger son is only six, we chose the shorter 6 km trail—and it was absolutely perfect. 💧 Canyon Fun Given that it hadn’t rained in over six months, there were tons of deep, clear pools in the canyon. The kids were ecstatic, and so was I—especially in the sweltering 40 °C heat, the cool water felt incredible. 👶 Father–Son Bonding For the final kilometer out of the canyon, I carried my younger boy on my back whenever rocks allowed. He’d been so excited—stayed up late, woke up early, and didn’t nap a single second during the drive Leaving The next morning, we woke up, stretched lazily, had breakfast, and set off to explore an village site—more like a charming little town, really. After our stroll through narrow streets and old walls, we decided it was time to head back. But first, we swung by a car wash—our black SUV came out looking more like ash-gray than black! Then we grabbed lunch at a nearby pizzeria and struck up a conversation with a friendly local. This short trip didn’t give us the full luxury of a slow-paced mountain retreat in Oman, but escaping the hustle and bustle of Dubai—especially with my sons—has quickly become one of my favorite recent memories! ✅ Final Thoughts I definitely recommend visiting Snake Gorge Canyon. If you’re up for more action, try the full canyon route—it’s even more exhilarating, with 40 m rope descents and pools deep enough to swim for 15–30 minutes depending on rainfall. If you’re into a quick but unforgettable outdoor escape, Snake Gorge in Oman is an absolute must! https://maps.app.goo.gl/6DJ2JEUTBLnh4oDo8 PS. preparing kids for Salalah trip XD

What a morning!

We should definitely have more night drives. It was fun! Thanks a lot Doc and everyone in the convoy. @Mike M.thanks for the encouragement as usual. It's always comforting when you are driving close by. Thanks a lot Zahid for helping me fill up when my compressor failed. Really appreciate the help.

Sorry Doc, didn’t get round to shaking your hand before we rode off at the end, but thank you for a wonderful experience and hats off to you and the rest of the team. Hope to join again soon!

Well deserved boys!!!

Congratulations on completion of the final session and welcome onboard Dear New Leads✌️! Looking forward to exploring more of Offroading under ur lead🤩! @Emanuel @Luke K P @Ishak

Grateful for the opportunity to advance under the training and support of @Gaurav and with my friends @Ishak and @Luke K P. Absolutely an eye opening set of experiences of the Technical, Mechnical, and Psychological dimensions.

Sadly I need to pull out. My Pajero is in garage due to the engine stalling and having big fuel/air mixture problems 30-60L/100km lol. Even if it gets fixed, I'd want to drive it for a week to make sure it's safe for the desert. Have fun guys

That's really good!

Awesome drive. Thanks to the leadership for a smooth drive and great to see everyone else.

Let's roll boys

@M.Seidam Thanks doc for a great drive as always! The company was great today and we were lucky with a very strong convoy. Everyone drove fantastically! Friday night drives are becoming my preferred time slot, all thanks to you doc. Well done everyone!

Here V1. I'll add the first bit and do V2 tomorrow Enjoy

To @Luke K P, @Ishak and @Emanuel I can't wait to drive with and support you in your new well deserved roles. All 3 of you define the spirt of Carnity! The club that has become my home away from home. So proud of people that I call friends achieving in the in the endevours that they are so passionate about.

Also feeling grateful for having found Carnity after my first off road club experience. They were not particularly supportive of new drivers or safety conscious. My wife and I both found Carnity was spot on for a supportive community and safety consciousness.

@Ale Vallecchi just spoke to @Humi and, answering on his behalf as well, we are both 100% confirmed. Thank you! See you tomorrow!

Fantastic picture !

Looking forward! Always fun drives when Ale is leading! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

It’s great seeing your progression, drive after drive. Very soon you will be fully in sync with your great black beast. Keep going @khurramm

that looks (and reads) awesome indeed, thanks for sharing!

Fantastic!!

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" As I listened I thought once again how precarious was the existence of the Bedu. Their way of life naturally made them fatalists; so much was beyond their control. It was impossible for them to provide for a morrow when everything depended on a chance fall of rain or when raiders, sickness, or any one of a hundred chance happenings might at any time leave them destitute, or end their lives. They did what they could, and no people were more self-reliant, but if things went wrong they accepted their fate without bitterness, and with dignity as the will of God. "