Febuary 2000   Newsletter for The San Luis Obispo County Four Wheel Drive Club
Editor Debbie K.

HOLLISTER RUN FIRST AID CLASS February 26-27, 2000 RSVP Brad J. 831-633-6260 Call for Information, Directions, Times , Meeting Places, Questions Saturday First Aid Class 10-3 Night Run Hollister   Sunday Morning Run Hollister Friday Night Arrivals   call Randy P. 438-5802 Camping Available at Brad J. house

The Trail Boss

Have intimate knowledge of the proposed run area
(been there & done that recently)

Have a 4 Wheeler in good repair

Select a tail gunner to bring up the rear on the trail

Prepare a description of the run including:


distance from meeting point
nature of run (exploration camping, fishing, 4WD
vehicle & driving challenge, scenic tour, etc.)

Prepare info to be published in the SLO 4 Wheeler Newsletter


Date of departure and return
Meeting place & time for departure
Any special vehicle equipment requirements for the run
Schedule of activities with times & places itemized
Location of nearest gas
Location of nearest medical facility


Insure that every SLO 4 Wheelers is reminded by phone 1 week before the run and establish a head count of those who plan to go

Conduct a drivers meeting immediately before the run including all drivers


Discuss safety issues
Discuss proposed route & schedule
Perform vehicle safety inspection
Prepare a written report for the next general meeting & Newsletter
Names of all who attended
Description of events and activities
Safety check results and fines
FUBAR flag nominees

SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY FOUR WHEEL DRIVE CLUB

SLO 4-Wheelers General Club Meeting March 1, 2000 Players Restaurant Atascadero 7:00

 

SLO 4-WHEELERS EVENTS February 12, 2000 TrailBoss: James B. ClearCreek.. CANCELLED! February 26-27 2000 TrailBoss: Brad J. Safety Meeting/Hollister Run March 17-19 2000 TrailBoss: Ray M. James B. Molina Ghost Run April 28-30 2000 TrailBoss: Al J. Highway 4 Run May 27-29 2000 TrailBoss: Ray M SLO 4-Wheelers Spring Thing Event June 9-12 2000 TrailBoss: Will H. Hume Lake Run July 1-2 2000 TrailBoss: Jim Z Shaver Lake Area Run July 2000 Templeton Parade TrailBoss: Debbie K August 11-13 2000 TrailBoss: Lynn S. Coyote Lake Run September 7-10 2000 TrailBoss: Al J. Highway 4 Run October 2000 TrailBoss: Richard K. 466-6077 Fright Nite December 2000 TrailBoss: Judy J. SLO Christmas Parade December 2000 TrailBoss: Christy M. SLO4WD Christmas Party

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Molina Ghost Run March 17,18,19 James B. [email protected] SLO 4 Wheelers needed to help with spotting and winching on Saturday Run. March 18 Cindy B. help need with children's games on Sunday March 19 Please Call if You are helping entry fee; 1/2 price

 

FUBAR WILL H. Received this distinguished award at the February General Meeting presented to him by Mark. B You had to be there variable speed drills yes Will does have one (When he pretested his drill on Als welder/110v outlet to insure it worked be fore hitting the trail-he didnt relize the test proved not that it worked, but that a varible speed drill indeed wont work (it burnt the switch out)... There are still no winch anchors on Garcia Ridge FLY IT PROUDLY

SANTA MARIA MUD BOGS CALL: Gary or Sherry P.

 

 

SLO 4-WHEELERS DUES ARE DUE-HAVE YOU PAID YOURS YET? -Contact Brent M at [email protected]

SLO 4-Wheelers Safety Tip of the Month WINCH SAFETY I would like to thank Ramsey Winch for sending the Video on the "Basic Techniques of Winching". The tape is available if you would like to view it First of All Safety: Before you use your winch take the time to read the Manufactures owners manual for your type of winch. Know the limits of your winch and any manufactures recommendations. But no matter what type of winch you own, here are some basic safety tips: Keep-your winch in good working order and always inspect the cable for any frays or cuts. Wear Gloves when handling the cable. Always put a blanket or tarp 6 to 8 feet from the end of the cable. Try to stay inside your vehicle when winching, Make sure the winch has at least five wraps on the drum Never step over a cable under load Basic Overview. There are three types of recommended winching techniques: Self Recovery    Three Point Recovery    Two Part Line Pull Self Recovery: When removing cable from winch disengage the clutch, this will make it easier on the motor. Always attach the end of the cable to the frame or a tow point. Put a tarp or blanket 6 to 8 ft from the end of the cable. Take all the slack out of the cable then recheck the connection to the vehicle or pulling object. Take the remote into the vehicle with you, start the engine, set parking brake and put vehicle in neutral. Then start winching Three Point Recovery: Chock the vehicle that you will be pulling off of. Hook the strap and snatchblock to the frame of the stationery vehicle. Hook the end of the cable to a tree or other secure object at about a 90 degree angle from the stationery vehicle. ( If it is a tree use a wide strap or tree protection and keep the strap as low to the ground as possible). Don't forget the tarp 6 to 8 feet from the end Put the stationery vehicle in neutral with the parking brake on Take the slack out. Get into the vehicle and start winching, This technique doubles your pulling power. Two Part Line Pull: Find a firm anchor point (Again, If it is a tree use a wide strap or tree protection and keep the strap as low to the ground as possible) and wrap your strap around it and attach the snatchblock. Route the cable through the snatchblock and back to the vehicles frame or tow point. Take the slack out and don't forget the tarp or the blanket 6 to 8-ft from the end of the cable. Get into the vehicle and start winching This technique also doubles your pulling power. <----------HAPPY WINCHING

 

SLO 4-WHEELERS FEBRUARY 2000 GENERAL MEETING MINUTES

President: Mark B. presided over the meeting Vice President: Jim Z. still figuring out the duties of a VP, received a gift from Gary and Sherry: a teddy bear with a lil reminder that it takes two swipes to take down a tent. Secretary: Cheryl S. was not in attendance... Debbie K. took minutes in her absence Treasurer: Judy J. brought the club up to date on finances Ways & Means: Glenda G. reported on the general meeting raffles Membership: Brent M. was ill Mark B. talked with new members.. 24 paid members Events: Al J. brought the club up to the present calendar.. No more Yahoo... we now have a webpage that anyone can get in to. January Runs: 1/8/00 Frank A. property run... discovered a new spring 1/8/00 James B. ClearCreek run... a fun trip, checked out trails for Molina Ghost Run 1/15/00 Frank A. property run... met some challenges in forging new trails 1/22/00 Will H. Garcia Run.. well the wench anchors are still not in Upcoming Events: 02/12/00 James B. ClearCreek run.. meet 7AM MidState Bank Atascadero 02/26-27 Brad J. Hollister/First Aid run.. class and run Land Use: Lynn S. brought the club up to date on law suits being filed, Public Lands for The People group, Sierra Nevada Framework, CORVO, red legged frog issues, and RTP grants for CA CAL4WD: James B. talked of "Burnout" trail should be opened by the Spring Thang, a great night run, discussed RTP grants and the money to be spent locally Newsletter: Trex Deadline for newsletter submissions Saturday after General Meeting Promotions: This committee spot is open and in need of someone to do it! Safety: Brad J. discussed up and coming Hollister First Aid class, winch video will be shown next general club meeting, Trail Boss responsible for getting Safety Inspection sheets filled out on every run and then turning them into Brad J. Social: Christy M. was ill

 

SLO 4-WHEELERS BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
PRESIDENT Mark B. [email protected] VICE-PRESIDENT Jim Z. SECRETARY Cheryl S. [email protected] TREASURER Judy J. [email protected] WAYS & MEANS Glenda G. [email protected]	MEMBERSHIP Brent M. [email protected] EVENTS Al J. [email protected] LAND USE Lynn S. [email protected] CAL4WD James B. [email protected] NEWSLETTER Debbie K. [email protected]	SAFETY Brad J. SOCIAL Christy M. [email protected] Promotion: Open

CORVA Jump-Starts PLP's Lawsuit vs. SNEP On December 4 CORVA's Land Use Committee discussed major concerns that effect the rights of our membership to recreate on public lands. President Ed Waldheim asked CORVA' Southern BOD members what one issue should be the priority, in filing a lawsuit. The unanimous consensus was the Sierra Nevada Framework that is being driven by SNEP (Sierra Nevada Eco-system Plan) This issue is not the only hot button that BOD members and CORVA's membership feel deeply about. Being the CORVA doesn't have deep pockets (like the Green Groups that line their pockets off the taxpayers backs by suing our public agencies) we are limited in funds in which to sue. We felt a lawsuit on this one issue would give us the greatest bang for the buck, since it has the implication of impacting so much of this state. It's effect, if allowed to proceed, would equal S-21, the California Desert Protection Act, which closed nearly 12 million acres of public land. The Sierra Nevada Framework has the potential to be the key domino that allows this caustic plan to roll into other states. With our energy concentrated on this one issue, it can be stopped. CORVA networks with many other organizations such as PLP (Public Lands for the People, Inc.) this organization recently put forth a 12 page letter authored by Don Eno who is one of their Northern CA BOD members. this letter titled "Just Say No" clearly addresses the problems and how to put them to rest. Article: Off-Roaders By Jim Arbogast VP of Land Use Permission given to include article in SLO4Wheelers Newsletter. FOR MORE INFORMATION OR QUESTIONS contact: Lynn A. Stokes [email protected] 805-466-8576 Visit CORVAS web site at www.corva.org

Frank A writes Donna and I really enjoy the club and know there is a wealth of information & experience out there. We want to find a capable 4WD vehicle so we can go on more of the club runs. SO - I am looking for some INFORMATION, (and probably PSYCHIATRIC ADVICE) regarding choosing a 4WD vehicle. Criteria are: fun to drive (on & off road), relatively small & light in weight but able to carry at least 3 people (and an oversized amount of gear), not to expensive (maybe $10,000 trail ready), reliable (Ha Ha), available aftermarket parts, and it can't ride like a coal cart in a rock quarry (I have a bad hip & back) I really don't think I want a Jeep, and have been wondering about a Bronco II. I know that no matter what I get, some modification will be necessary, but I can't handle another vast project (I have too many now). Any information, experience, or suggestions members may have would be appreciated. Email Frank A at [email protected]

TIP FROM BRIAN: GET UNDER THE JEEP BEFORE EVERY TRIP

Tip on Tips: Double the sales tax and there it be......

Ted Miles Jeep Need a new rig for the new Millennium? The ONLY place to buy new Jeep! Great selection of pre-owned vehicles too! Ted offers a 15% discount on all parts (& 10% off accessories like hats) to club members who present their Year 2000 Membership Card! Ted Miles Jeep 7380 El Camino Real Atascadero 466-2411

SLO 4-Wheelers February 2000 Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday February 16, 2000 RSVP Brent & Christy M [email protected] 6:00 Dinner, 7:00 Meeting

HAPPY Valentines Day!

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