I foresee a time that I'll begin doing adventure rides like this.
A now retired coworker of mine, that just retired, would take at least a couple long distance trips a year to different states just to ride trails. Often talking other coworkers into joining them. From the report backs afterwards, a great time was had by all, and the trails and scenery were nothing short of spectacular.
I've plugged this on here before, but always worth a repeat. If you like this stuff, you need to check out the Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman's "Long Way Round" and "Long Way Down" video's. Great stuff.
Keep it coming, you're giving me the DRZ-itch!