Jeep Outdoor Club of Central Iowa

Jeep Outdoor Club of Central Iowa (JOCCI) is a Jeep-exclusive nonprofit club based in Des Moines, founded in May 2011 and home to over 4,100 members, dedicated to bringing Jeep enthusiasts together for club runs, camping, out-of-state adventures, and Jeep Jamboree participation.

Club Overview

Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Founded: May 2011
Structure: Nonprofit Jeep-only club with Facebook group; full site at jocci.co

Membership and Participation

Jeep-only membership. JOCCI is a small, family-oriented organization that welcomes all four-wheel-drive Jeep models and upholds the Tread Lightly land stewardship principles. Activities emphasize both individual and family-friendly participation.

Activities and Events

Club runs, camping trips, out-of-state adventures, and participation in official Jeep Jamborees are the highlights of JOCCI’s calendar. Members explore trails across Iowa and beyond, keeping the spirit of organized Jeep recreation alive in central Iowa.

Community Culture

A focused, family-oriented club that keeps things Jeep-specific. JOCCI’s nonprofit structure and Jeep-only rule reflect a community that’s serious about both its vehicles and its values.

JOCCI is central Iowa’s Jeep-only club — small, family-focused, and always planning the next run.