MARCH 2016 NEWSLETTER

OFFICE BEARERS 2015/2016

POSITION NAME

President Dianne Thompson

Vice President Sarah Copland

Secretary Jacqui Slapp

Treasurer/Membership Officer Andrew Bingham

Management Committee Mark Dixon

Management Committee Martin Thompson

Management Committee Andrew Lindsay

Editor Peter Copland

QAFWDC Rep/Environment Officer Martin Thompson

Technical Officer Don Field

Interclub Liaison Bruce Pitt

PR Merchandise Ann Haylock

Trip Co-ordinator Troy Aspden

Sergeant at Arms Tammy Aspden

Driver Training Peter Copland

Social Co-ordinator/Raffles Des Baker

IT Support Officer Royce Cusick

All membership enquiries are to be directed to our Membership Officer or Club Secretary. The Twin Rivers 4X4 Club Inc. will meet on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the Beenleigh Tavern, Distillery Road, Beenleigh (adjacent to the old Rum Distillery). Meetings start at 7.30p.m.

We welcome all visitors and new members to our meetings.

Our next General Meeting will be held on Tuesday, 8th March 2016

MINUTES OF GENERAL MEETING HELD AT BEENLEIGH TAVERN

9 February 2016

Chaired by Dianne Thompson Commenced: 7:32 pm

Attendance: As per the attendance book.

Visitors: Nil

Apologies: Bruce & Matthew Watson, Andrew Bingham & Mark Dixon

Minutes of Previous Meeting: As printed in Magazine

Moved: Jacqui Slapp Seconded: Ross Bowering

Correspondence: As read by Jacqui Slapp

Bank Statement

QLD Four Wheel Drive Association minutes

Moved: Jacqui Slapp Seconded: Martin Thompson

Treasurers Report: As read by Dianne Thompson

Opening balance: $ 4995.32 Expenses: $ Receipts: $74.20

Closing Bal: $ 5069.52

Moved: Dianne Thompson Seconded: Ian Haylock

Membership: Advised by

Membership in total

Trip Co-ordinator’s Report: Advised by Troy Aspden

1. Beerburrum SF Clean up 6 March 2016 2. Levuka Day Trip 13 March 2016 3. Possible Plunket Clean-up Trip March 2016? 4. Nav Run April 2016? 5. Fraser Island Clean-up 13-16 May 2016 6. Goomeri Pumpkin Festival 28 & 29 May 2016 7. Birdsville Races 2&3 September 2016 8. Millmerran Camp Oven Festival 1&2 October 2016 9. Canning Stock Route29 April-25 May 2017 10. Cape York June-July 2017

Technical: Advised by Don Fields

Any technical questions or queries, please see Don. .

Editor: Advised by Peter Copland

Environmental Issues & 4WDQLD: Advised by Martin Thompson

Martin was unable to attend the meeting

Interclub: Advised by Bruce Pitt

Bruce attended the Just Cruising meeting on Sunday just gone, it was not unlike any other meetings. Just Cruising have

invited Twin Rivers to join them on a trip to Sundown NP 18-20 March (Tents only)

IT: Advised by Royce Cusick

There have been a few technical issues with the website which has delayed membership area. Peter was also unable to

put this month’s newsletter on the website. Royce advised that he would add it.

Driver Training: Peter Copland

Peter and Sarah attended the Advance course and are now qualified trainers, there will be an Advance course run soon.

It will be a one day course with reading of the booklet and winch calculations compulsory before the commencement of

the course.

Social Co-ordinator: By Des Baker - Away

Merchandise/PR Officer’s report: Advised by Anne Haylock

General Business:

1. Follow-up with association regarding membership cards & Fraser Island form 2. $180 to be reimbursed to Peter & Sarah for their course fee & $50 to be paid to the association for the course –

motion moved in favour 3. Martin Thompson has a Wheel cover 265/75/16 free to a good home 4. A thank-you flyer received from Ozharvest for the xmas hampers (this will go on the website) 5. Karen Drewett will take the minutes at the next meeting as Jacqui is away – Thank-you Karen 6. Ross Bowering will sell raffles at the next meeting as Des is away – Thank-you Ross

Sergeant at Arms: Tammy Aspden

Trophy: Ian Drewett

Raffles: Ross Bowering & Gail Rosemond

1st Prize: Dianne Thompson

2nd

Prize: Jacqui Slapp

3rd

Prize: Karen Payne

4th Prize: Royce Cusick

5th Prize: Sandra Field

6th Prize: Ann Haylock

Next month’s donation by Ian & Ann Haylock

No other business.

Next Committee Meeting: Tuesday, 10 May 2016 at 6:45pm

Next General Meeting: Tuesday, 8 March 2016

Meeting closed: 8:20 pm

Members Trip Report Victorian High Country

Dec 2015 – Jan 2016 Ross & Gail flew to Melbourne to collect the Cruiser and travelled to Mansfield to meet their hosts Brad & Marg who

they had met at Smokey Bay during their WA trip 2 years before.

Sunday 27 Dec After brekky at the bakery we headed out of town towards Mt Buller. Entering the Mansfield State Forest we could see the huge Mt Buller Ski Resort perched up on the mountain in the distance. The tracks were well formed and our first stop was Razorback Hut. This included a small collection of timber buildings with primitive kitchen facilities and an open fire as well as a camping area. There were quite a few walking tracks and the area is often used by horse riding groups.

Next, we took a slightly more rugged track up to Craig's

Hut, which was rebuilt for the Man from Snowy River movie. The hut was actually rebuilt again following the 2006 bushfires. The views were magnificent and the large grassed area and shady trees provided a great lunch spot for 4WDers as well as those who had arrived on horseback.

After lunch we descended into more forest and made our way to King's Hut by the King River. After stopping briefly to look at the tiny iron clad hut, we meandered along the track away from the main camping areas. After the second creek crossing, we settled for a grassy area with running water and shady trees. We set up camp and it wasn't long before we voted for an early happy hour around the campfire. With the help of Brad & Margs BBQ plate, we enjoyed our evening meal and had a fairly early night.

Monday 28 Dec After a leisurely breakfast around the campfire we packed up our tent and headed for Bindaree Falls. An easy uphill trek brought us close to the scenic falls which cascaded over a rock face down into a valley lined with tree ferns.

A short detour to Bindaree Hut and then we headed up the steep Bluff Track. Unfortunately we never made it to Bluff Hut, as our car radiator protested and we had to pull over to allow it to cool down. As our next campsite was still a fair way

away up and down dale, we

made the decision to head

back into Mansfield for

repairs. Thankfully we were able to check out a few more huts and enjoy the scenery once the car had cooled a little.

As luck would have it, we were able to book the car in for 9am next morning and we were able to camp about 20km out of town on a property owned by friends of Brad & Marg.

We set up camp and had a wonderful night with Chris & Sara who insisted on providing us with a meal. Sarah made a delicious Vietnamese Salad and after our meal we sat around the excellent fire pit that Chris had made. We enjoyed watching the kangaroos grazing as the sun went down and then marvelled at the volume of stars to be seen as darkness set in. The night sky is definitely a highlight of camping, if you can get away from the city lights.

Tuesday 29 December We packed up in good time and drove into Mansfield to have the radiator sorted. In the time it took to have a delicious breakfast of Eggs Benedict & Pancakes respectively and a wander through the shops, the radiator was flushed and we were ready to recommence our adventure. We back tracked to the spot we had over heated yesterday with no further drama and we headed up to Bluff Hut.

The views were glorious but there were quite a few day trippers so we opted for a snack as we drove along. We made it to Lovick's Hut Camp in excellent time so decided to forgo last night's planned campsite for somewhere further afield. Leaving Lovick's Hut, the track became much more challenging and slow due to the gradient as well as the rocky outcrops. Unfortunately Brad's trailer had a malfunction and the suspension attached to the axle became loose so we had to stop for repairs.

Fortunately another driver coming past knew what he was doing and helped with a temporary repair. We spent the next few hours travelling along winding roads down into a gully and back up the other side. The scenery varied from the rugged snow gums and wildflowers on the high exposed areas to the rocky cliffs and massive green tree ferns in the lower parts. We enjoyed the creek crossings, scree slopes and the ever changing vegetation and scenery, despite the slow progress we made. Eventually we arrived at Howitt's Hut but decided to back track a couple of km's to a grassy green clearing so that we could have our own campsite.

The sunset was glorious as it made an orange glow behind clumps of dead trees. Once again we enjoyed good

company and a few drinks around a wonderful campfire with masses of stars overhead.

Wednesday 30 Dec We decided not to risk more damage to Brad's trailer and left our camp to head back down the valley to Heyfield for proper repairs. The road from Howitt's Hut down the mountain was easy to drive as it was well

graded. Within 2 hours we were back on the tar seal and were amazed to find 15 different camping areas along the Wellington River.

Next stop was Licola, an old timber town that now houses a youth camp and a large caravan park on the Macalister River.

There was however no chance of repairs there so it was onward to Heyfield as Brad first planned. We were again surprised at the number of campers with permanent caravan and annexe set ups at Glenmaggie, where a huge lake provided a haven for the many families and water skiers in particular. While Brad & Marg sweated it out with the chatty mechanic, we explored the town and had a delicious lunch at the prosperous local cafe. Back on the road again by 3:30pm we decided that a return to the Alps was not practical so we stopped beside Wellington River at Muttonwood Camp. We had a refreshing dip in the river and enjoyed our usual happy hour with cheese & crackers prior to retiring to the rooftop tent.

Thursday 31 Dec After a fairly early start, we headed back up the mountain, past our camp from 2 nights ago and turned off to the Zeka Spur track. We wound down through varying scenery and met more vehicles today than on any other day so far. The creek at the bottom was full of gorgeous tree ferns and then it was time to wind our way back up the other side of the spur. We followed the Wonnangatta track along the river valley and found some lovely spots by the river but decided to have lunch and continue in to the Crooked River area.

After lunch we looked at the old station site and the tiny cemetery then forded Conglomerate Creek and headed up a very steep and winding road to Wombat Spur. The views were wonderful but we were very grateful that we didn't meet any vehicles coming the other way. We then checked out several other camping spots as we crossed over both the Wonnangatta and Crooked rivers several times via rocky fords. We settled for a camp near a shallow rock pool and enjoyed lying around in Crooked River to cool off. After a leisurely few drinks and a late dinner we headed off to bed about 10pm . We all agreed not to bother seeing the New Year in.

Friday 1 January 2016 We had a slow start this morning, then made our way to the big camp ground at Talbotville, which was the site of another goldfield town in the 1800's. Another scenic drive up and over a hill led us to the Grant Historic Mining area. Once again we checked out the site of the old town and saw another bush cemetery. Then we drove down the Dargo Plains Road to have lunch at Dargo Pub. We went for a wander to check out some of the old buildings and were amazed at how crowded the tiny town was. There were 4WD's and people camping everywhere as they had had a big New Years Eve function there the

previous night.

After lunch we went back into the mountains and found a very scenic spot on an escarpment overlooking a valley and across to Mt Hotham Ski Resort. We spent a very relaxing afternoon reading and enjoying the glorious view. We had just managed to start cooking tea when a rain squall came over but in true camping style we put on our wet weather gear and soldiered on. It wasn't long before we were back beside the fire and enjoying our last night in the Victorian Alps with Brad & Marg.

Gail

HOW TO WRITE A TRIP REPORT

This guide has been prepared to assist those writing trip reports for publication in the Twin Rivers 4X4 Club Newsletter. I hope these notes will encourage you and give you some ideas and provide the basic structure required so we can achieve a high standard and quality for the reader. OBJECTIVE The prime objective is to generate trip reports describing locations and trips you have been on so that other club members can experience them second hand. We are looking for trip reports about either individual experiences or your latest club trip/holiday. What we would really appreciate is useful information about what you did and saw as you visited various locations on your trip. BASIC FORMAT We need a fairly detailed report on your trip, preferably supported by photographs. You may find it easiest if you try to tell the story of what happened on your trip. You may find it useful to look at the trip reports already published. Some of these trip reports are quite detailed, but this will not be necessary for every destination. Please just send us your thoughts and impressions gained as a result of your experiences, together with the basic facts and details. Ideally your report should be in Microsoft Word or any other suitable word processor. Do not worry too much about the layout, we will do that. In fact, avoid any special formatting of the text or paragraph styles. STYLE Try to keep your report light and informative. Give details of what you actually did and experienced, so other members know what happened. We would like to hear about locations, warts and all. Essentially, we want others to feel as if they were there. You might think of things as "If only I had known that before I went". CONTENT Here is a list of some of the areas you might cover: Note - not all of these will be used in all trip reports.

Where did you go?

When did you go?

How did you get there?

Who went on the trip?

How long was the trip? What happened 1st day, 2nd day etc?

What happened? Who did what?

What was the driving like? Explain the major features?

Were there any difficulties or local hazards to note?

Where did you stay? What were the campsites like?

What happened at camp/night?

Is the location seasonal and when is it best to go?

What other activities were available and did you use any?

Did you do anything special whilst there? Are there special attractions there?

What was the weather like? Is that typical?

How does this location compare with others to which you have been?

How much did the trip cost? Have you got any cost saving tips? PHOTOGRAPHY We would love to see photographs to support and illustrate your report. However, please be selective, we don't want literally dozens of them! Ideally, they should illustrate the locality, facilities, driving, recoveries and members. They do not have to be your own photographs, but they should be taken during your trip EDITING Although we hope to avoid editing trip reports as far as possible, some "adjustments" may be inevitable. Obviously comments that are libelous or defamatory are not acceptable and will be removed before publication. If there was a problem with some aspect of your trip, then we do want to know about it. However, please ensure that you are strictly factual about what happened. Don't worry about the actual layout of the article; we will adapt it to our standard report format.

SUBMITTING TRIP REPORTS You should preferably submit trip reports and photographs electronically as attachments to an email. PLEASE REMEMBER if you are able to create a trip report then please do so. If you are unable or not comfortable writing a report then please answer as many of the questions above as appropriate, send them in dot point form along with your photographs so that I can create a story.

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Upcoming Twin Rivers 4X4 Club Trips NOTE:- Prior to attending any trip you must have your name on the trip sheet

(If unsure contact the trip leader)

Trip – Birdsville Races Rating – Social

When: 2nd & 3rd September 2016 Where: Birdsville

Meeting Point: TBA Time: TBA

Trip Leader: Ross Bowering

NOTE YOU MUST BE LISTED ON THE TRIP SHEET TO ATTEND THIS TRIP

Trip – Levuka Rating – Difficult

When: 20th March 2016

Where: Levuka Rainforest Retreat

Meeting Point: McDonalds Beaudesert Time: 0630 for 0700 departure

Trip Leader: Mark Dixon

NOTE YOU MUST BE LISTED ON THE TRIP SHEET TO ATTEND THIS TRIP

Trip – Fraser Island Clean Up Rating – Medium

When: 13th – 16th May 2016

Where: Fraser Island

Meeting Point: TBA Time: TBA

Trip Leader: Karen and Ian Drewett

NOTE YOU MUST BE LISTED ON THE TRIP SHEET TO ATTEND THIS TRIP

Trip – Goomeri Pumpkin Festival Rating – Social

When: 28th – 29th May 2016

Where: Goomeri

Meeting Point: TBA Time: TBA

Trip Leader: Ross Bowering

NOTE YOU MUST BE LISTED ON THE TRIP SHEET TO ATTEND THIS TRIP

WOUNDED HEROES CHARITY BUSH BASH

DATES; 8th 9th 10th April 2016 LOCATION: Janowen Hills 4WD Park 1953 Inverramsay Rd Goomburra Qld 4362 WEB LNK; http://janowenhills.com.au/?page_id=30 OPENING Registration will be open from 0900 Friday 8th of April 2016 COST; $150.00 per vehicle. Price includes Camping and 4wd access to the property plus entertainment.

Trip – Your Trip Rating – Your Choice

When: Whenever you go 4wdriving next

Where: Anywhere you want to go – we don’t mind

Meeting Point: Wherever you say Time: Whenever but not too early (I sleepy)

Trip Leader: Well, you of course

NOTE YOU MUST BE LISTED ON THE TRIP SHEET TO ATTEND THIS TRIP

Trip – Cape York Rating – Very Difficult

When: 9th June to 6th July 2017

Where: Cape York

Meeting Point: TBA Time: TBA

Trip Leader: Troy and Tammy Aspden

NOTE YOU MUST BE LISTED ON THE TRIP SHEET TO ATTEND THIS TRIP

Trip – Millmerran Camp Oven Festival Rating – Social

When: 1st & 2nd October 2016 Where: Millmerran

Meeting Point: TBA Time: TBA

Trip Leader: Ross Bowering

NOTE YOU MUST BE LISTED ON THE TRIP SHEET TO ATTEND THIS TRIP

EVENT ENTRIES Show and Shine, (all categories) $5.00 per vehicle Slow hill climb $5.00 per vehicle Short circuit time trail $5.00 per vehicle Water carry cause $5.00 per vehicle Flex ramp shoot out $5.00 per vehicle SHOW AND SHINE; Categories are:

Best in show Best tourer Best live axle Best independent axle Best camp display Best club/group cap display GYMKHANA EVENTS:

1 Slow hill climb, Individual event. Slowest vehicle to climb to the top from standing start. Must be one constant movement, the vehicle cannot stop forward momentum once started. 2 Short circuit time trail, driver and navigator, cause will have articulation and hill climbs. Fastest vehicle on cause wins. 3 Water carry obstacle cause; this is a team event driver and partner. Partner to carry a container of water whilst the driver negotiates an obstacle cause at the end of the cause the partner to pour water into container. Team with the most water in their container at the end of their run wins. Family/club group event. 4 Flex Ramp Shoot out; got a mate who says their truck flexes more than yours? Challenge him to a shoot out and prove once and for all REALLY has the FLEX! FOR THE KIDS; (NO ENTRY FEES) Tug of war; teams event, club/groups Sack race, bit Of old school fun for the kids 4wd pull for the teens team event club/groups time and distance event

WEEKEND ENTERTAINMENT: Australia’s favourite Sons Show casing

INXS, ACDC, and COLD CHISEL. We all know the music and love it.

Three shows in one night Saturday night, will ROCK!

What’s available on site?

Basic BBQ meals will be on sale for all meals

Soft drinks and water will be on sale

Toilets and token operated showers

A small general store with basic’s just up the road

Plenty of 4wd tracks

IMPOTANT INFORMATION!

THERE IS NO EFTPOS ON SITE.

THIS IS A DRUG FREE WEEKEND! If you are caught with drugs you will be asked to leave

immediately. (there will be no refund)

NO ALCOHOL FOR SALE ON SITE. You may BYO, but remember this is a family event.

Access to the lookout, is via a one way track vehicles travelling on this track need to use UHF01 to

make sure there is no one on the track when you’re heading up or down

UHF17 is the general call up for the property

All vehicles participating in the weekend events must be registered, and have full comprehensive

insurance

Australian standard helmets must be worn for the “slow hill climb” and the “short circuit time trail”

All vehicles competing will be scrutinised. SAFETY FIRST AT ALL TIMES.

All drivers and navigators must attend driver’s briefings before competing I events.

Adventure Australia Treks and Tours is offering the trip of a life time!

FROM BRISBANE TO BIRDSVILLE, FROM BIRDSVILLE TO JULIA CREEK!

Adventure Australia Treks and Tours is rolling out the red dirt, with an 11 day pre-Festival adventure

that shows you what living Australia’s story is all about from the comfort of your own vehicle!

This includes a specialised itinerary with guides and featuring some of the best Outback

Queensland's must-do's!

Starting in Brisbane, you will buckle up for the trip of a lifetime! You can lap up authentic country

hospitality at Bonus Downs Farmstay. See the big 3 in Longreach – a River Cruise with Kinnon & Co, the

Stockman’s Hall of Fame and Qantas Founders Museum. Take a VIP tour of the Charleville Cosmos

Centre. Tick a sunset on Big Red at Birdsville off your bucket list. Experience the Min Min Light

Encounter Show at Boulia (if you dare). Relive the age of dinosaurs at the Australian Age of Dinosaurs in

Winton. All topped off with 3 days of incredible action and live music at the Julia Creek Dirt & Dust

Festival, including tickets the Friday Night Carbo Dinner, Saturday Breaky, Saturday Red Claw Luncheon

tickets incl race entry, PBR Bullride tickets for the Saturday night, Sunday Recovery Breaky an Event

Shirt and your Camping fee* for Julia Creek.

PLEASE NOTE: All activities for the Julia Creek Dirt N Dust Festival are included in your package. Any other camping

fees and activities on the road trip are at extra cost.

All of this for $1000 per vehicle (2 pax) any additional passengers are priced at $500 per person!

DON'T MISS OUT!!

Below is a response and information from OZHARVEST in relation to the Christmas hampers we donated last year.

Hello Di,

Thank you so much again for the donation of goods for our charities. I really appreciate it.

I wanted to send a bit of info about us for the club to read. Unfortunately our latest newsletter is very out of date

now, but hopefully better than nothing.

Thank you all

Mel.

NOTICE from 4WD Qld - I’m sure no-one in Twin Rivers would do this but perhaps you can help spread the word.

Four Wheel Drive Queensland

Duck Creek Road In a recent letter to 4WD Qld from the President of Beaudesert Chamber of Commerce regarding Duck Creek Road, the Chamber is concerned that a number of areas of private property adjacent to Duck Creek Road have been damaged by people creating their own tracks and have asked us to remind our members that:- “Duck Creek Road is a public road, through unfenced private land. Any side tracks off the road are private property, and should not be accessed. This excludes the picnic area near Sheppard’s Lookout, which can be used for parking only. I trust that you understand our concern with the damage to the area, and its importance to the Beaudesert community. Your assistance in bringing this message to your members would be greatly appreciated.” The letter in full, has been reprinted below, it is also contained in the January 2016 4WD Qld Reps Meeting Minutes.

Training Course Introduction

The Twin Rivers 4X4 Club has been conducting Accredited Driver Training courses for its members since 2005. As our club is a not for profit organization our driver training courses represent excellent value for money but most importantly, instruct owners of 4WD vehicles in the skills required to safely pilot their vehicle both on and off the road. The Trainers and Assessors are accredited under the guidelines set by the 4WDQLDTraining. As a minimum the main driver from each membership must complete the course within 6 months of joining “Twin Rivers 4X4 Club” unless specific approval is granted by the Training Coordinator and the Management Committee The course is competency based. There are theory sessions as well as driving sessions, which include written and practical tests. It is not designed to teach experience, which comes only after many years of actually driving in conditions that your vehicle is designed for. The course will teach you the basic principles of Safety, Trip Preparation, Vehicle Maintenance and Servicing, along with knowledge of the fundamentals of a 4WD and the vehicles capabilities as well as basic driving techniques and recovery procedures. Each course is broken up into theory and practical components designed to educate the most experienced member. Courses consist of 2 theory nights to familiarise participants with 4WD vehicles, discuss how they work and how to inspect them for basic faults. Theory components cover many aspects of driving. Some of these subjects include: Vehicle types and capabilities How a 4WD works Tyre selection, inflation and use Pre-trip and during trip vehicle equipment and safety inspections Environmental Awareness Different techniques for driving in varying terrains The practical component consists of a full weekend where participants have the opportunity to learn and experience all of the different aspects of basic 4WDing in the field. Some of the topics covered on the weekend training include: Principles of 4WDriving Stop stall key start recoveries Driving up and down moderate inclines Driving techniques for different terrains Approach, departure and ramp over angles Driving on side slopes Driving through water Changing a tyre in uneven terrain Snatch strap recoveries Driving to cause minimal environmental impact Using Convoy Procedure

For more information about the course please contact the clubs Driver Trainer (Peter Copland)

It is really easy to lead a trip.

Any trip leader can be approached by a member of the club and asked if they would like an assistant on their trip. The trip leader and assistant could work together on the organization, layout, rating of the trip, leading and tail ending. You don’t have to be an experienced 4 wheel driver to lead a trip, if you have a place you love to go you could approach a friend in the club who has run a trip before and suggest to them that you could buddy up or co-lead a trip, you set the rating, you make the time. Once you’ve led a trip you’ll never go back to following someone else. For more information about procedures, forms and ideas for trip destinations, contact one of your committee members. TRIP LEADER RESPONSIBILITIES

1. WELCOME / INTRODUCTIONS Members, New Members & visitors. 2. EXPLAIN TRIP Where we will go and what we expect to see. Special conditions eg weed control, private property access Reminder about compliance with road rules particularly Blood Alcohol Content 3. FIRST AID Nominate First Aid Officer (if available). Each member should have their own first aid kit. 4. RADIO Nominate channel to use. Channel 9 is our recognised club channel Be aware of Repeaters in the area. Emergency channel if required 5. CONVOY PROCEDURE (See Club Convoy Rules further on in this newsletter) Recommended vehicle spacing & speed. What to do in the event of an accident. Nominate tail-end Charlie. Gate procedure. Waiting for the following vehicle on corners. 6. UPON ARRIVAL AT DESTINATION ORGANISE Camp site, Vehicle parking, Toilets & shower, Camp fire, Meal procedures Other special requirements 7. ORGANISE NIGHT ACTIVITIES if appropriate 8. EXPLAIN WHAT WILL HAPPEN THE NEXT DAY 9. ORGANISE DEPARTURE Any special requirements 10. END OF TRIP Thank members for participating. Organize one person to do the trip report. Ensure all club equipment is accounted for.

TRIP RATINGS

Overview: All-wheel drive and high range. Novice drivers.

Expected terrain & track conditions: Mostly unsealed roads with no obstacles

and minor gradients

Vehicle Suitability: All-wheel drive and high range 4WD. Can be low clearance

with road tyres.

Recovery Equipment: As per club standards

Driver Training Experience: Suitable for novice drivers.

Weather: May be more difficult in wet conditions.

Overview: Mainly high range 4WD but low range required.

Some 4WD experience or training required.

Expected terrain & track conditions: Tracks with some steep and/or rocky,

slippery, sandy sections. May have shallow water crossings.

Vehicle Suitability: Suitable for medium clearance vehicles with dual range

and all terrain or road tyres.

Recovery Equipment: As per club standards

Driver Training Experience: Recommended that drivers have experience or

4WD training. Recommended to be done in groups of vehicles.

Weather: Will be more difficult in wet conditions.

Overview: Significant low range 4WD with standard ground clearance.

Should have 4WD driver training.

Expected terrain & track conditions: Tracks with frequent steep and/or rocky,

slippery, sandy track sections. Possible water crossings.

Vehicle Suitability: Suitable for medium to high clearance vehicles with

dual range and all terrain tyres.

Recovery Equipment: As per club standards

Driver Training Experience: Recommended for drivers with reasonable

experience or 4WD training. To be done in groups of vehicles.

Weather: May be more difficult in wet conditions.

Overview: Low range 4WD with high ground clearance. Experienced drivers

Expected terrain & track conditions: Tracks with frequent very steep and/or

rocky, slippery, sandy track sections. May have difficult river crossings.

Vehicle Suitability: Suitable for high clearance vehicles with dual range,

tyres suitable for the terrain. (Mud terrain tyres).

Recovery Equipment: Winch/recovery equipment required.

Driver Training Experience: Drivers with extensive experience and advanced

training should only attempt as there are several technical challenges.

Recommended to be done in groups of four or more vehicles.

Weather: Will be more difficult in wet conditions..

Twin Rivers 4X4 Club Convoy Rules

Observe road rules at all times. Trip Leader and TEC (tail end Charlie) to be appointed for each trip. Trip Leader to call a group meeting prior to the start and remind members of the convoy rules. Trip Leader also organizes all members to fill out Trip Sheet.

If leaving the convoy for any reason, signal other vehicles to pass and inform TEC of your intentions. TEC stops with member and waits for him to resume his place in the convoy. No members to leave the trip early without prior arrangements with Trip Leader. All drivers are responsible for their passengers. All drivers are responsible for the vehicle BEHIND them and take note of that vehicle. Each vehicle must WAIT at each intersection until the next vehicle can observe the direction of the route undertaken. The following vehicle shall acknowledge any change in direction by use of the vehicle indicators. Keep a safe distance behind the vehicle in front at all times especially in hilly country, dusty conditions or when brakes are wet. In difficult terrain allow the vehicle in front to get to the crest before you attempt to follow. Also allow the vehicle in front to negotiate a downhill slope before you attempt the same. No vehicle to pass the Trip Leader except in an emergency. If a driver requires assistance, he is to repeatedly flash headlights or call on UHF ch9. When a recovery is necessary, a winch boss is to be appointed by Trip Leader and will be in charge of the recovery. All vehicles on trips must have rated recovery points fitted front and rear and carry minimum recovery gear ie shovel, snatch strap, rated D shackles or bow shackles, UHF radio and recommended - fire extinguisher and first aid kit The second vehicle in the convoy will pull aside and open and shut gates rejoining the convoy in front of the TEC. Any driver not complying with the convoy rules or instructions given by the Trip Leader will be referred to

the Committee for disciplinary action.

Club By-laws and Rules BY-LAWS 1. For the purpose of these by-laws, only those activities that have been minuted shall be recognised as official club activities. Any activity not approved shall be considered as member' private activity. 2. All members and visitors shall at all times abide by the regulations laid down by the relevant Government authorities, owners of private property and Motor Traffic Regulations. 3. No member shall act in any manner prejudicial to the interest of the Club. 4. Any member who at the time identifies himself/herself with the Club either visible or in any other way whatsoever, shall be bound to comply with these by-laws for the full duration of the time in which such identification may be possible. 5. All members and their visitors participating in Club activities shall at all times abide by the direction and instruction of the appointed trip leader or duties in respect to: (a) Safety to other members;

(b) Route to be taken;

(c) Fire precautions and restrictions;

(d) Care and respect of private property;

(e) Any other instructions issued for a particular activity. 6. The passenger or driver of any vehicle will not consume intoxicating liquor during the driving portion of any Club activity. Alcohol may be consumed in moderation during a meal break or once stopped for the night at camp. 7. Members will ensure that there is no rubbish left at any stopping place. All rubbish is to be removed from the area and disposed of in the correct manner. All campfires are to be properly extinguished prior to departure from campsites. 8. Club members shall be obliged to remove all Club and Association stickers prior to their vehicle's disposal. RULES OF MEMBERSHIP 9. The Club only accepts members who own a registered 4WD vehicle. It is advisable that the vehicle should

be able to engage in low range.

10. Any visitor must attend a minimum of one event and a maximum of three events, being either meetings or trips, before being nominated to join as a member. 11. Membership of prospective member must be nominated by a current member and seconded by another current member. COMMITTEE RULES 12. Two members of the same family or membership may hold positions in the Committee. 13. Members of the Executive Committee shall consist of President; Vice President; Secretary; Treasurer and three Management positions. These positions will be elected at the AGM. 14. Subcommittee positions shall consist of: Trip Co-ordinator; Editor; Public Relations Officer; Merchandise Officer; Membership Officer; Association Representative; Environmental Officer; Technical Officer; Social/Raffles Co-ordinator; IT Support Officer; Interclub Liaison Officer and Sergeant at Arms. These positions will be elected at the AGM.

TWIN RIVERS 4X4 CLUB INC.

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QLD 4207 Ph: 07 38074384 or 07 5546 1310

Web Site: www.twinrivers4x4club.org.au

Bank Details: BSB 484 799 Account No. 0345 47667

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