next meeting thursday 7th march at 7.30pm....2016/09/04 · club captain dean clark 027-625-3152...
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NEWSLETTER
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Club Executive
TPresident Alister Campbell 027-623-6825 [email protected] Secretary Pam Haworth 027-615-0701 [email protected] Treasurer Kate Bowmar 027-439-1728 [email protected] Club Captain Dean Clark 027-625-3152 [email protected] Safety Officer Nick Hazlett 021-176-0766 [email protected] Website Editor Colin Walkington 021-177-7894 [email protected] Newsletter Editor Melita Richards 021-244-7791 [email protected] Public Relations Officer and Club Videographer
Neil McGill 027-514-8523 [email protected]
Committee Leigh Carppe, Keri Iva Leigh 027-272-5098 [email protected] [email protected]
Next Meeting THURSDAY 7th
MARCH at 7.30pm.
DIPSTICK AWARD
– February Meeting – Nick for breaking his control arm
– Neil for sending a blank DVD to Australia
Courtesty of TOMMY COOPER
1. Two blondes walk into a building --- you'd think at least one of them would have seen it. 2. Phone answering machine message: 'If you want to buy marijuana, press the hash key.' 3. A guy walks into the psychiatrist wearing only clingfilm for shorts. The shrink says, 'Well, I can clearly see you're nuts.' 4. I went to buy some camouflage trousers the other day --- but I couldn't find any. 5. My friend drowned in a bowl of muesli --- a strong currant pulled him in. 6. A man recovered in hospital after a serious accident. He shouted, 'Doctor, doctor, I can't feel my legs!' The doctor replied, 'I know, I've cut off your hands'. 7. I went to a Seafood Disco last week, and pulled a muscle. 8. Two Eskimos sitting in a kayak were chilly so they lit a fire in the craft. It sank, proving once and for all that you can't have your kayak and heat it. 9. Our ice cream man was found lying on the floor of his van covered with hundreds and thousands. Police say that he topped himself. 10 Man goes to the doctor with a strawberry growing out of his head. Doc says, 'I'll give you some cream to put on that.' 11. 'Doc, I can't stop singing: 'The Green, Green Grass of Home.' Doc says, 'That sounds like the Tom Jones Syndrome. ' 'Is it common, doc?' 'Well, it's not unusual.' 12. A man takes his Rottweiller to the vet. 'My dog is cross-eyed, is there anything you can do for him? 'Well,' says the vet, 'let's have a look at him.' and he picks up the dog and examines his eyes, then he checks his teeth. Finally, he says, 'I'm going to have to put him down.' 'What? --- because he's cross-eyed?' 'No, because he's really, really, heavy'
13. Guy goes into the doctor's. 'Doc, I've got a cricket ball stuck up my bottom.' 'How's that?' 'Oh, now, don't you start.' 14. What do you call a fish with no eyes? --- a fsh. 15. So I was getting into my car, and this bloke says to me 'Can you give me a lift?' I said 'Sure, you look great, the world's your oyster, go for it.' 16. Apparently, 1 in 5 people in the world is Chinese. There are 5 people in my family so one of them must be Chinese. It's either my mum or my Dad --- or my older brother Colin --- or my younger brother Ho-Cha-Chu --- but I think it's Colin. 17. Two fat blokes in a pub, one says to the other 'Your round.' The second one replies, 'So are you, you fat bastard!' 18. Police arrested two kids yesterday, one was drinking battery acid, and the other was eating fireworks. They charged one and let the other one off. 19. 'You know, somebody actually complimented me on my driving today. They left a little note on the windscreen. It said, 'Parking Fine.' So that was nice.' 20 . A man walked into the doctor's, he said, 'I've hurt my arm in several places' The doctor said, 'Well don't go there any more' 21. Ireland 's worst air disaster occurred early this morning when a small two-seater Cessna plane crashed into a cemetery. Irish search and rescue workers have recovered 2826 bodies so far and expect that number to climb as digging continues into the night.
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Trip Reports
Nokomai – 9 February 2013
Our Trip Leader Dean was in the trusty VW with a couple of youngsters, Henry, the son of one of the Kingston Station owners, and his buddy Tyrone.
This trip got underway about 10.00am from the Kingston corner shop and climbed the very steep zig zag through Kingston Station,
that's the high country station, not the railway station, on to the slopes of Lorn Peak.
Very cool wind on the tops so we warmed up with a bit of rock climbing.
After a bite of lunch in the only calm basin on the mountain we headed over the slopes of Lorn Peak Station heading for Blackmore Station and the Nevis road and got a bit involved in some really exciting action.
Neil & Glenys in the VX Landcruiser
New member Steve in his Izusu Bighorn with another new member Sophia as passenger, a bit unsure about driving her own Nissan Terrano because it doesn't have a snorkel.
Leigh in his Suzuki with Angie in the passenger seat.
Here is a YouTube link to a wee video showing the action: just click http://youtu.be/e7F4S6zlM-4
Over some DOC Conservation estate and the Nevis road and onto Blackmore Station, where we found this ancient old Raceman's hut.
Complete with en suite private bathroom—wow
Dean told us that the farmer reckoned it wasn't worth the effort to run sheep on this country so to earn some money he has decided to let out the hut for $60 a night with 4WD transport provided.
Here are his first guests--all FOC. A magic trip covering 39 off road Kms of beaut scenery, great company and a lot of laughs.
On Sunday the 17th February eleven vehicles rocked up at 8:15 at the Frankton bus shelter ready to head to Lumsden for the trip briefing. Turning left at Lumsden the
convoy took the dusty roads through Waikaia and on to the Piano Flat road.
It was a hot summers day and the convoy spread out to give the dust time to settle from the vehicle in front. At the edge of the forest we stopped for a recount, and a long drop stop. When the dust had finally cleared we were ready to head into the bush.
From there the road wound it's way up through the forest, and at the top of the forest line we stopped for a rest and to drop the tire pressure for the climb ahead. The first signs of liquid mud were also visible, which reassured some of the newer members that their trucks wouldn't be clean for long.
Heading up towards the top, the road increased in steepness until the road forked for a tough climb to the left and a steady rise to the right. The brave or the stupid opting for the left hand turn. The heat of the day hadn't burned off the thick dew still on the grass, but luckily it didn't impede the flow of trucks heading upwards.
The first tricky bit was an axel to axel switch in a bank of the road. This caused a bit of 3 wheel action from some of the trucks, and much entertainment. Some of the cleverer members opting to sneak up the bank before the hairy section.
The incline of the road then turned to gentle climb, but was nowhere near flat, progress was slow along to the lunch point.
We stopped for lunch with a good view back down towards Waikaia, surrounded by a sprinkling of huge precarious looking boulders. We then cracked on down the road to the first major muddy water feature. 2 options in this puddle were left and right, Steve was being the first truck to test the left, and found the mud to be pretty vicious here, he was snatched back promptly and took the right route to freedom. Dan and Rob both tested their trucks on the left route, but are both impeded by the mud and snatched out. Glen is the only one to get through the left path first time.
Next obstacle is what looks like a large muddy pool, and doesn't look too bad, but after being tested by Al with his truck, the pool is deemed impassable and we head round to the left where the only problem is a large quick boggy dip in the road, which catches some of the larger wheelbase trucks, in its filthy jaws.
The next impressive obstacle we come across are the Rock steps, which force us to slowly lumber up over them with our truck tires like large ridiculous stair masters. The steps slow us down but the trucks climb over them with ease. Next stop is the hut in the middle of nowhere, where Dean explains how 2 mountain bikers got stuck in a snowstorm and spent 3 days living here until they were rescued by helicopter, abandoning their bikes. Looking around the place is pretty exposed, and it must have been pretty unpleasant to have been stuck there unplanned for 3 days in an early snow fall. Then on to Hyde Rock, where we jump out of the trucks for an expansive panoramic view over the Otago landscape towards Alex. The barren landscape keeps on rolling as far as the eye can see, and probably explains the absence of any animals, dead or alive. Up here even the plants have given up and only the moss is clinging on for dear life. Large patches of snow remain dotted around despite the heat.
Here the group splits with those trucks containing small children opting to cut their journey shorter and descend down to the Fruitlands, and back through Alex. The rest of the group splits left and continues on around the Old Man Range through the undulating land, and rocky road. The road is long and windy as we head north, until we finally hit Duffers Saddle on the Nevis road. Here the journey becomes another dust bath, as we make good speed and progress towards Bannockburn. Once in Bannockburn we stop at the hotel for a refreshing beer, and a reflection on the trip. The weather was perfect, everyone had a great time and all trucks have survived the journey with no major issues.
Cheers Rob.
Presidents Report
No report from Al this month. I’m sure he has been busy enough!
DATE TRIP GRADE CONTACT
9 March Motatapu Race
16/17 March DOC trip to Macetown 150 years of Gold
TBA
23/24 March Branches trip – one or two days
Bert
5 May Remarkables Neil 0275148523
– ANY ITEMS FOR INCLUSION IN THE NEWSLETTERS GLADLY RECEIVED
EMAIL TO: [email protected]
Important Note for everyone on Trips
It is extremely important for everyone on every trip to note that…..
YOU are responsible for the vehicle BEHIND you…..
>> Unless specifically instructed by the Trip Leader, you must be vigilant to make sure that
you always wait for the vehicle behind. This is both on and off road.
>> At all times you MUST wait at all intersections, and always ensure that the driver behind
you receives any assistance required through obstacles.
>> Don't worry about catching up to the truck in front; if everyone follows the rule of looking out for the one immediately behind, this system works.
If you find any of the trips listed above interesting, you MUST REGISTER Simply phone the Trip Leader providing your name and contact details.
The Trip Leader can answer any questions you may have about trip grade or any special gear required etc.
Registering your interest in a trip does not obligate you to go.
You are entitled to pull out before departure.
Trip Grades and Checklist for Trip
Leaders
Trip Grades Grade 1 Standard unmodified trucks, no recovery gear.
Grade 2 Standard trucks with mud tyres on, some recovery gear.
Grade 3 Standard trucks with mud tyres, snorkel and recovery gear.
Grade 4 Modified trucks with extreme mud tyres or mud tyres typically fitted,
snorkel a must and a winch, ALL recovery gear.
Grade 5 Modified trucks as above, ALL recovery gear and WINCH, DAMAGE
Likely REMEMBER - DON’T RELY ON OTHERS FOR RECOVERY, IF YOU USE OTHER
PEOPLES RECOVERY GEAR AND BREAK IT, YOU REPLACE IT.
Check List for Trip Leaders Torch Snatch Strap 8000Kg Snorkel
Tow hooks front and rear rated to 10000lb
Vehicles with winches - Snatch Block, Tree Trunk Protector, 2 Winch Blankets Bow Shackle 4.7T recommended - 3.25T minimum Shovel or spade Fire extinguisher Spare wheel Toilet paper
TRIP LEADER OPTION Extra warm clothing, Ground anchor, Chains, Food, Overnight gear, Chains, Basic tool kit First Aid kit, Jack and base, Water bottle, Gloves.
In Case of an Accident
Trip leader to take control or appoint someone to do so. Ensure safety of yourself, others and property.
Administer First Aid, and assess injuries. Get help underway if required.
Phone 111, EPIRB, Radio Channel 12. Send someone for help.
Know your location - GPS, local knowledge, maps, road signs.
As soon as possible advise a member of the Club executive
DO NOT Speak to Media. Advise Media to call Club President.
1.Members may not organize Club runs without first obtaining permission. Where permission is required to access property, an executive member of the Club must, before a trip commences be contacted and notified that permission has been received from the property owner or controller. At all times the Club Captain shall appoint one member present at any Club activity as Trip Leader who will be in full charge of the party. All members must comply with the Trip Leader’s instructions and requests
2.NO Firearms or Dogs to be carried on Club trips.
3.NO alcohol to be consumed during Club activities. The Committee may vary this rule for specific occasions.
4.Dangerous driving or stupidity on a trip is not permitted and any member indulging in this sort of activity will be severely reprimanded.
5.When on a Club run, whether on the road or trail, each driver will keep the following vehicle visible in his rear vision as much as practicable. If you lose sight of the following vehicle, ease up and wait for it. If after a reasonable time it still fails to catch up go back and look for it. It could have broken down, gone off the track or be requiring other assistance.
6.When closed gates are encountered the trip leader stops at the gate, and the second vehicle will pull to one side and open the gate and then wait for the convoy to pass through. The second vehicle will then close the gate and rejoin the convoy ahead of the Tail End Charlie. This ensures that no one person is continually left to open and close gates. The Trip Leader may amend this rule to suit the prevailing conditions.
7.On all Club runs the Club First Aid kit/Rescue kit MUST be carried by the Trip Leader. If any equipment from it is used, persons responsible must be informed so that items can be replaced.
8.Courtesy is to be shown to other track users, eg trampers, trail bike riders, Horse riders etc. And care showed for the conservation of natural growth and environment as much as possible.
All vehicles are to be maintained in a safe and road worthy condition.
All rubbish must be brought home again for disposal and not thrown away.
All vehicles to be fitted with tow hook or hooks approved by the Committee and to be in an accessible place on the front and on the rear of the vehicle. Trip Leader to check this.
All visitors on Club trips are expected to abide by the Club rules.
All visitors on Club trips are to be charged $10 per vehicle, which grants them temporary Club membership, and covers the Club for Insurance purposes. This will be deducted as part payment for membership, should the visitor decide to join the Club. Trip Leader to collect the money.
Any member who brings visitors are responsible for them.
Four-wheel drive vehicles only to be permitted on Club runs unless permission obtained from the Committee.
Club stickers must be removed from vehicles when sold.
All vehicles must carry a firstaid kit, a fire extinguisher, recovery strop, D/bow shackles, shovel or spade, basic tool kit, torch, toilet paper, spare wheel, jack and base.
The Club shall not be responsible for members or visitors private property.
Junior members must be accompanied by an adult acceptable to the Committee.
The Club members or other persons involved in Club activities shall not be liable for any injuries or damage incurred.
RECOMMENDATIONS
A. It is strongly recommended that all vehicles carry: 1 Ltr Oil, Axe, Spare Fuel, 500 mls Brake Fluid, 2 Ltr Water, Tyre Pump
B.As much mud as possible to be washed off the vehicle as soon as possible after trips as a precaution for spreading disease and pollution.
C. Motorcycles and similar vehicles to remain at the rear of the convoy for their own protection.
D.Due to the problem of unknown persons using the Club name, it is suggested that the registration of all unknown vehicles seen on tracks where the Club also goes should be recorded
E.On a trip where we have to return out the same track turn around in time so as to be clear of the track before dark.
F. Seatbelts should be worn on Club trips.
G. It is strongly recommended that suitable mud flaps be fitted to the rear of all vehicles.
HOUSEKEEPING
Check out our club website at www.shotover4wdclub.co.nz There’s always great new photos of our trips being added!
There is now a calendar showing upcoming trips and activities.
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