LJ Pre-launch?

[DCS]

I was just wondering how you guys prepare before launching into LJ. I only have a 2wd Tacoma with a rear locker, so driving on the sand might be a little risky for me (or is it possible?).

For the anglers that don't drive on the sand, do you guys wheel your carted yak down to the shoreline and walk the cart back to your car or do you strap the cart onto the yak? I'd be quite hesitant to leave a unattended yak while I run the cart back to my truck.