The annual cookout is on again 27/28 April. All the details are on page 8

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1 TrackChat April Issue 2019 Volume 4 WAGGA WAGGA FOUR WHEEL DRIVE CLUB INC Living the Adventure! The annual cookout is on again 27/28 April. All the details are on page 8 Don t forget to mark your camp oven and lid otherwise... Wagga Wagga Four Wheel Drive Club Inc. (WW4WDC) was established in January 1978 and is one of the longest running 4WD Clubs in Australia. With a membership of around 65 enthusiastic families, members have opportunities to appreciate and enjoy the outdoors; 4WD touring and adventures; promote a positive approach to conservation; set good examples and are safe and responsible four wheel drivers while abiding by The Club Rules and Code of Conduct. The Club encourages family activities with social events and regular trips to places of interest locally and across Australia. The Club is affiliated with Four Wheel Drive NSW & ACT (the Association of Four Wheel Drive Clubs) and promotes Tread Lightly and the Code of Ethics of Four Wheel Drive Australia. Wagga RSL supports Wagga 4WD Club & encourages Club members to become members of the RSL and like them on FB

2 Club Executive President Greg Ogden Vice President Paul Kingdom Secretary Ian Davidson Treasurer Scott Sainsbury Training Co-ordinator John Kent Activity Co-ordinator Alan Pottie TrackChat Editor Michael Salway Webmaster Eamon Jarrott Equipment Officers John & Brenda Moore Association Delegate John Kent see above Publicity Officer David Ohlsen QTA Co-ordinator Wagga Wagga 4WDrive Club Inc PO Box 5842, Wagga Wagga NSW MEETING DATES (3rd Tuesday of the Month) RSL Club, Dobbs Street, Wagga Wagga 7.30 pm Tuesday 16 April Tuesday 21 May Tuesday 18 June Curious? Visitors are very welcome to attend WW4WDC welcome all new members to the club. If you have any questions or queries please do not hesitate to contact one of the Club Committee. Note from the Editor: I need a volunteer to do Trackchat for July as I ll be away. It s simple enough... See you on a track somewhere and remember you re not lost or bogged until you are out of fuel (or someone to push) Clancy (michael.salway@bigpond.com) 2

3 Around the Camp Fire Activity 4WD Mechanicals & Maintenance P8 Activity Cook-out P8 Trip Craigs Hut P14 Trip Wheelers Creek P 9 Activity Basic Driver Training P 12 Activity Rail Heritage Museum P 5 What s happening Club Calendar & Events P 15 What s happening Trip LOTTO P 5 Report Chainsaw Course P 13 Report Boree Creek Big Boys Toys P 5 Report Report Form Blank Activity Form P 17 Form Activity Report Template P 10 Form Membership form Back page 3

4 Grant Yeo PH (02) , Blake Street Wagga Wagga NSW 2650 Plus Cryovac Service A woman went up to the bar in a quiet rural pub. She gestured alluringly to the bartender who approached her immediately. She seductively signalled that he should bring his face closer to hers. As he did, she gently caressed his beard. 'Are you the manager?' she asked, softly stroking his face with both hands. 'Actually, no,' he replied. 'Can you get him for me? I need to speak to him,' she said, running her hands beyond his beard and into his hair. 'I'm afraid I can't,' breathed the bartender.. 'Is there anything I can do?' 'Yes. I need you to give him a message,' she continued, running her forefinger across the bartender's lip and slyly popping a couple of her fingers into his mouth and allowing him to suck them gently. 'What should I tell him?' the bartender managed to say. 'Tell him,' she whispered, 'There's no toilet paper, hand soap, or paper towels in the ladies room.' 4

5 Trip Lotto For 2019 March Glyn White April Greg Ogden May Graham McKenzie June John Kent July S Broomfield August John Di Trapani September John Moore October Nigel McMullen November Allan Pottie Boree Creek Big Boys Toys Run Greg & Judy Ogden, Bill Hase, David Ohlsen, Brenda & John Moore all met at Travers Street for a trip to Boree Creek on Saturday the 16 th March. We stood around chatting as it was pleasant standing on the sun. As the show at Boree Creek did not start until 12 Noon we drove the long way around. We went via the Old Narrandera Road, which was very dry except for the few farms with irrigation. We continued via Euberta to Currawarna, and onto the Reserve. As we drove through the Reserve it was very dry and the Lagoon was empty. Even the river was l long way down. We found a nice spot to stop and have our morning tea. While there a Fellow from Forestry came over wondering if we knew where he could get into the river for some water to put out a fire nearby. He spent a long time chatting to us about his job and the difficulties of people deliberately lighting fires, he was interesting to talk to and obviously not in a hurry! We also had a drive through the Reserve along some short interesting tracks. Afterwards we drove across to the Sturt Highway and called in at Berry Jerry for a toilet stop. We arrived at Boree Creek and settled ourselves in. Brenda and I enjoyed the sun, music and a chat while the boys checked out the old cars, bikes, and machinery that was on display. Not as much as we had expected. We bought ourselves lunch from the BBQ, the Kransky Roll was very nice! Greg missed out on winning the meat raffle by one number!! We headed home via Narranderra, Ganmain and Coolamon. We really enjoyed the day out supporting our local communities, and having plenty of time to chat. Thank you to Bill, David, Brenda and John for your company. 5

6 A woman was in town on a shopping trip. She began her day finding the most perfect shoes in the first shop and a beautiful dress on sale in the second. In the third everything had just been reduced to a fiver when her mobile phone rang. It was a female doctor notifying her that her husband had just been in a terrible accident and was in critical condition and in the ICU. The woman told the doctor to inform her husband where she was and that she'd be there as soon as possible. As she hung up she realized she was leaving what was shaping up to be her best day ever in the shops. She decided to get in a couple more shops before heading to the hospital. She ended up shopping the rest of the morning, finishing her trip with a cup of coffee and a beautiful coffee slice complimentary from the last shop. She was jubilant. Then she remembered her husband. Feeling guilty, she dashed to the hospital. She saw the doctor in the corridor and asked about her husband's condition. The lady doctor glared at her and shouted, 'You went ahead and finished your shopping trip didn't you! I hope you're proud of yourself! While you were out for the past four hours enjoying yourself in town, your husband has been languishing in the Intensive Care Unit! It's just as well you went ahead and finished, because it will be more than likely the last shopping trip you ever take! For the rest of his life he will require round the clock care. And you'll now be his carer!' The woman was feeling so guilty she broke down and sobbed. The female doctor then chuckled and said, 'I'm just pulling your leg. He's dead. What'd you buy? Medicare Coverage in a Nutshell The phone rings and the lady of the house answers, 'Hello Mrs. Ward, please.' 'Speaking.' 'Mrs. Ward, this is Doctor Jones at the Medical Testing Laboratory. When your doctor sent your husband's biopsy to the lab yesterday, a biopsy from another Mr. Ward arrived as well, and we are now uncertain which one is your husband's. Frankly the results are either bad or terrible.' 'What do you mean?' Mrs. Ward asks nervously. 'Well, one of the specimens tested positive for Alzheimer's, and the other one tested positive for AIDS. We can't tell which is your husband's.' 'That's dreadful! Can't you do the test again?' questioned Mrs. Ward. 'Normally we can, but Medicare will only pay for these expensive tests one time.' 'Well, what am I supposed to do now?' 'The people at Medicare recommend that you drop your husband off somewhere in the middle of town. If he finds his way home, don't sleep with him.' 6

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8 Altina Wildlife Park - Glynn White s Trip Six vehicles met at the Silverlite Service Station ready for adventure. We had Glynn and Steph with two children, John and Brenda Moore with Sue Loveday, Nigel and Sarah McMullen with four children, Jeff and Helen Brill with George and Rita Cameron, Maureen and Les with Mandy Areces and Anne O Connor and Jim Simpson with Marcia and family from Sydney. We headed off just after 7.00am in drizzling rain which, lucky for us, stopped around Galore as the clouds just seemed to stop. We turned left at Gillenbah and continued on the Sturt Highway headed for Waddi. We arrived at the gate of the Altina Wildlife Park which is guarded by two life size giraffe statues around 8.30am. After pulling up in the car park and getting out most people made a dive for extra clothing as the strong, cold wind must have been coming from Antarctica. After an information and safety talk we were given time to walk around the smaller animal section circuit where animals such as Meerkats, Red Pandas, crocodiles, wombats, monkeys, Tassie Devils, Ring Tailed Lemurs, Marmoset, Servals and others are keep. Then we hopped on four horse drawn wagons and taken around a circuit of encloses with animals such as Bison, White Rhinos, lions, camels, Zebras, real giraffes, numerous species of deer plus many more to numerous to mention. As we went around, the keepers were feeding the animals so they were very close for us to have a good view of them. After a lovely trip around, we arrived back at the office where there was a cuppa provided and a shop to peruse. The convoy then headed for Darlington Point for lunch at a nice little park with plenty of toilets over the road and a lovely play area for the kids and some bigger kids. seats and a b.b.q with After lunch it was decided that it was too cold to hang around so we all headed for home. All in all it was a very good day and worth the journey. Thank you to Glynn and Steph for organising this very enjoyable trip. Camping is good for you. Did you see the article in The Leader (April 10) reporting a study conducted by the Caravan Industry Association (Real Richness Report)? While no details were given of the sample size or how the study was conducted, some of the findings reported were: Campers are happier, more satisfied, optimistic and energised than non-campers. 96% of campers believed that camping makes you happier. 95% of campers believe that camping reduces stress. 75% of campers feel close to their children compared with 63% of non-campers. 85% of campers feel close to their spouse compared to 65% of non-campers. 93% of campers believe it brings families closer together. 92% of campers believe it is fun for the whole family. In the year ending June 2018, 381,888 visitors chose to caravan and camp spending 4.87 million nights around Australia. (I assume this does not include free camping and bush camping). So, there you go! JK. 8

9 Australian Bush Etiquette IN GENERAL 1. Never take an open stubby to a job interview. 2. Always identify people in your paddocks before shooting at them. 3. It's tacky to take an Esky to church. 4. If you have to vacuum the bed, it's time to change the sheets. 5. Even if you're certain you're included in the will, it's rude to take your Ute and trailer to the funeral. DINING OUT 1. When decanting wine from the box, tilt the paper cup and pour slowly so as not to bruise the wine. 2. If drinking directly from the bottle, hold it with only one hand. ENTERTAINING IN YOUR HOME 1. A centrepiece for the table should never be anything prepared by a taxidermist. 2. Don't allow the dog to eat at the table, no matter how good his manners. PERSONAL HYGIENE 1. While ears need to be cleaned regularly, this should be done in private, using one's OWN Ute keys. 2. Even if you live alone, deodorant isn't a waste of money. 3. Extensive use of deodorant can only delay bathing by a few days. 4. Dirt and grease under the fingernails is a no-no, it alters the taste of finger foods and if you are a woman It can draw attention away from your jewellery. DATING 1. Always offer to bait your date's hook especially on the first date. 2. Be assertive. Let her know you're interested: "I've been wanting to go out with you ever since I read that stuff about you on the dunny door two years ago." 3. Establish with her parents what time she's expected back.. Some will say 11:00 PM, others might say "Monday." If the latter is the answer, it's the man's responsibility to get her to school on time. THEATRE/CINEMA ETIQUETTE 1. Crying babies should be taken to the lobby and picked up after the movie ends.. 2. Refrain from yelling abuse at characters on the screen. Tests have proven they can't hear you. WEDDINGS 1. Livestock is a poor choice for a wedding gift. 2. Kissing the bride for more than five seconds may cause a drop in your popularity. (Excessive use of the tongue is also considered out of place.) 3. For the groom, at least, rent a tux. A tracksuit with a cummerbund and a clean football jumper can create a tacky appearance. 4. Though uncomfortable, say "yes" to socks and shoes for the occasion. DRIVING ETIQUETTE 1. Dim your headlights for approaching vehicles, even if your gun's loaded and the roo's in your rifle sight 2. When entering a roundabout, the vehicle with the largest roo bar doesn't always have the right of way Never tow another car using panty hose and duct tape. 4. When sending your wife/girlfriend down the road with a fuel can, it's impolite to ask her to bring back beer too. Many aspects of human sexuality are puzzling. Take celibacy, for example. This can be a choice in life, or a condition imposed by environmental factors. While attending a Marriage Encounter Weekend, Tony and Julie listened to the instructor declare, 'It is essential that husbands and wives know the things that are important to each other.' He addressed the men. 'Can you each name and describe your wife's favourite flower?' Tony leaned over, touched Julie's arm gently and whispered, 'Self-raising, isn't it?' Thus began Tony's life of celibacy. 9

10 ACTIVITY INFORMATION SHEETS ACTIVITY: Workshop: 4WD MECHANICALS & MAINTENANCE Leader: Peter van Wel Ph: Date/s: Sat May 11 Deadline to confirm participation: Wed May 8 Meeting point: All Things Off-Road. Pearson St. Start time: 1.30 pm Vehicle / participant numbers: Maximum: Minimum: Description of activity, safety issues, comments etc: An afternoon in the workshop covering: Mechanical features of 4WD s. Have a look under vehicles up on a hoist. How different vehicles work e.g drive systems, suspensions etc. How to undertake basic maintenance. This is your chance to learn more about your vehicle and how to ensure it gives trouble free performance in the bush. Note: The venue is a commercial mechanical workplace. Safety is a priority. Take care and please respect the business. Personal gear required: Club gear provided: Closed in footwear. Afternoon tea to share. Tea and coffee. Level of physical difficulty of overall activity: Easy? Moderate? Hard? Very hard? Easy ACTIVITY: Wagga Wagga 4WD Club Formal Cook Out Leader: Greg Ogden Ph: President.wagga4wdc@gmail.com Date/s: 27 th -28 th April 2019 Deadline to confirm participation: Tuesday 23rd April Meeting point: Club Quarry Camp Area Start time: Saturday morning onwards Vehicle / participant numbers: Maximum: Whole club Minimum: 20 Description of activity, safety issues, comments etc: All members and guests are invited to our annual formal dinner cookout. Our evening meal is a roast dinner cooked in camp ovens by the fire. Everyone is welcome to camp or come out for just the meal. The plan for the Saturday is to meet on site by lunchtime to help set up and have the food ready to start cooking around 3.00pm, then to be eating at 6.30pm. For those that camp overnight, there will be a cooked breakfast Sunday morning and then pack up. This year the cost will be $15.00 per person and we are asking that you pay beforehand. Personal gear required: BYO: chairs, personal eating utensils, drinks, nibbles and sweets to share Helpers are needed to make this a success. Please help in any way you can. Club gear provided: We need camp ovens please. They need to be at the fire before 2.30pm. Please ensure your camp oven is well labelled. Club trailer, fire wood, water, first aid kit 10

11 ACTIVITY INFORMATION SHEET ACTIVITY: Wheelers Creek Mt Pinnibar Leader: Ian Davidson Ph: Date/s: 4-5 th May 2019 Deadline to confirm participation: 1 st May 2019 Meeting point: Apex Park Lake Albert Start time: 0800 Vehicle / participant numbers: Maximum: 10 Minimum: 2 Description of activity, safety issues, comments etc: First stop Corryong for coffee, comfort & fuel top-up if required. Then straight into the bush via Fishers Track & Mt Elliot Ridge Track to Wheelers Creek Hut camping area after lunch at the communications tower & hang-gliding launch site overlooking Corryong. On Sunday morning head up Shady Creek Upper Track, arguably the most scenic approach, to the highest point accessible only by 4WD in Australia, Mt Pinnibar, then Mt Pinnibar Track to Tom Groggin on the Alpine Way and home via Khancoban & Tumbarumba. This trip is not technically difficult in dry weather but provides enough challenge to be enjoyed by all members. Would be more difficult after rain. NB we will ford the Murray River at Tom Groggin. This is usually not difficult and the entrance & exit are currently in good condition, but could present a challenge after significant rain. Personal gear required: Club gear provided: Warm clothes in case of cold weather plus the usual recovery gear etc. Please bring firewood. First Aid kit, defibrillator Level of physical difficulty of overall activity: Easy? Moderate? Hard? Very hard? Easy FOR TRIPS: Grading (see P2): If wet: 3 If dry: 4 Suited to camper trailer? Y? N? NA? No Number of nights camping: 1 Location: Wheelers Creek Hut camping area Full time driving? N Fuel required & availability: Corryong, Khancoban, Tumbarumba Barry returned from a doctor's visit one day and told his wife Carol that the doctor said he only had 24 hours to live. Wiping away her tears, he asked her to make love with him. Of course she agreed and they made passionate love. Six hours later, Barry went to her again, and said, 'Darling, now I only have 18 hours left to live. Maybe we could make love again?' Carol agreed and again they made love. Later, Barry was getting into bed when he realized he now had only eight hours of life left. He touched Carol 's shoulder and said, 'Darling? Please? Just one more time before I die?' She agreed, and then afterwards she rolled over and fell asleep Barry, however, lay there awake and listened to the clock ticking in his head, tossing and turning until he was down to only four more hours. He tapped his wife on the shoulder to wake her up. 'Darling, I only have four hours left! Could we...?' His wife sat up abruptly, turned to him and said, 'Listen, I'm not trying to be funny, Barry, but I have to get up in the morning - you don't... 11

12 Wagga Wagga 4WD Club thank the following for their ongoing support Anaconda Wagga Wagga City Council MaxiParts Wagga RSL Club TyreWorld Barbeques Galore Trip /Activity Report Template This is just a very rough guide to assist with the type of information that might be included in a trip report. Please feel free to use all, some or none of this when compiling your trip reports: Name of Trip include destination and all places visited in between Dates, time departed and where from, day and time of return. Name of Trip leader Number of kilometres travelled Number of people, vehicles, types of rig i.e. camper van, rooftop tent, tent, etc Highlight/s of the trip Negative/s of the trip if any Comment on road/track type, condition, recoveries etc Activities carried out and a little detail i.e. fishing, swimming, walks etc General comment about how the group enjoyed the trip. Please attach at least 3 photo s with your trip report TrackChat Contributions Are always welcome and are especially appreciated when they are in original format. Please, if you can avoid it, do not send pdf documents as they lose clarity in the process of converting them into a format that I can readily use. Thanks. Ed. Club merchandise is now available at Hunters Clothing 68 Fitzmaurice St, Wagga Wagga NSW, 2650 Australia Phone: (02) Fax: (02) clothing@hunters1866.com.au Web site Orders can be placed and paid for online or at the shop. clothing@hunters1866.com.au Web site Orders can be placed and paid for online or at the shop. 12

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14 ACTIVITY INFORMATION SHEET ACTIVITY: Basic 4WD Driver Training Course Leader: John Kent Ph: Date/s: June 22, 23 Deadline to confirm participation: Sat June 1 Meeting point: Club Quarry Training Area, Alfredtown Start time: pm Vehicle / participant numbers: Maximum: 12 Minimum: 2 Description of activity, safety issues, comments etc: This basic training course is ideal for those new to four wheel driving and those who wish to learn more about safe driving and vehicle recovery. The course covers: Basic 4WD theory: Features of a 4WD vehicle and how a 4WD works. Pre-departure checks and maintenance. Tyres and tyre pressures. Responsible 4WDriving and protecting the environment. Safety and risk management. Practical: Pre-departure checks. Recovery points. Approach, departure and ramp over angles. Choosing the right gear. Safe driving in easy to moderate terrain including hills, sand, mud, water (axle deep), rock, and side slopes. Stall recovery on hills. Changing a wheel on uneven ground. Vehicle recovery: traction boards, snatch strap. Post 4Wdriving vehicle checks. The course is conducted by accredited club trainers with assistance from experienced club members under the auspices of the Driver Training Unit of the NSW/ACT 4WD Association in association with Getabout Training Services Ltd. Participants must be a financial member of a 4WD Club affiliated with the NSW/ACT 4WD Association. Cost: $90 per person. Partners are encouraged to also participate. Enrolment: On-line enrolment details will be provided to those who register their interest. Contact John Kent to register. What you will need: Participants will need a registered 4WD vehicle and basic recovery equipment (snatch strap e.g 8,500 kg; rated D shackle e.g t or soft shackle, dampener for snatch strap, leather gloves, good vehicle jack and base plate e.g. thick ply board, shovel). Vehicles must be fitted with recovery points front and rear. A UHF radio and a good air compressor are highly recommended. If you are not sure on what to get, seek advice. Further requirements will be forwarded to participants. Assessment: Participants who successfully pass theory and practical assessments will be awarded a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment: SISODRV302A Drive and Recover a 4WD Vehicle. Participants will be provided with a Training Manual for study prior to the course. Timings: Participants are asked to be at the venue by pm Sat 22 for a 1pm start. The course will finish at lunch time Sunday 23. Personal gear required: Club gear provided: See above plus: Closed in foot wear. Suitable outdoor clothing for working on vehicles. Hat. Lunches, morning/afternoon teas. Water. Chair. Pen. Paper. Operating manual for your vehicle. Bush toilet. Tarp shelter if required. Camping on-site is available if needed. Level of physical difficulty of overall activity: Moderate you will need to remove and replace a wheel. FOR TRIPS: Grading (see P2): If wet: 3 If dry: 3 Suited to camper trailer? Y? N? NA? yes Number of nights camping: Location: Full time driving? no Fuel required & availability: Enough for 100 km 14

15 Chainsaw training report. We all gathered at our designated meeting point near Lake Albert public school to sign in and be escorted to Jim Simpsons property where the course was to take place. There were 12 people in total who undertook the training; Jim Simpson, Paul Kingdom, Andrea Sheffield, Scott Sainsbury, Graham McKenzie, Joachim Berger, Fred Velandar, Michael O'Reilly, Kate Wertheim, Alan Pottie, John Kent and myself Chris Parr. Once we arrived we met our trainers Steve and Graham from Getabout training and it wasn t long until we were getting into the formalities of the weekend. A quick introduction from everyone in the group noting any previous experience or training then Steve and Graham took the reins. First up we covered the safety requirements required for safe operation and the difference types available. Australian standard 2727 is the requirement and it was interesting to see if this was on everyone s gear they had brought along. We then moved along to the safety side of the chainsaws themselves and covered the safety features of the saw that we should be aware of and how to use them if required. A quick chat about fuel mixture and the optimal ratio to run and it was time for morning tea. After morning tea we covered forces encountered while operating a saw, maintenance and cleaning, dressing the bar, lubricating and cleaning filters. This part become hands on with everyone cleaning and greasing there saws and took us into lunch. The afternoon saw us fitting bars and chains correctly before a demonstration on how to sharpen chains correctly with the right size files; we then all sharpened our chains ready to get into the fun part of the day. Steve and Graham then gave some demonstrations on cutting techniques and positions to cut in and keep you safe. We split into 2 groups and began some practical work, under their guidance, cutting up a massive log that had recently fallen after some high winds. This took the rest of the afternoon and then it was home time. Day 2, and the very refreshing taste of a barista made coffee saw me late again and cementing my commitment to writing this report. Today was going to be very hands on with lots of practical work to make sure we were competent. Steve and Graham gave another round of great demonstration of some more technical cutting techniques for us to try our hands at; once everyone was well versed and confident to tackle them we spent the morning putting them to practice. We then had morning tea and a bit of a chat before a theory test. As expected, due to many bright sparks within the group, we all passed with flying colours. After the intense test it was time for a little stress release via way of ripping up logs; Graham demonstrated some other less common cutting techniques that could still come in handy, rip cuts etc. used to make planks or post. Some members then incorporated all they had learnt and carved a nice chair for Jim to sit in (since he had forgotten to bring one). Around lunch time we had covered everything we needed to so we had a quick bite and did the maintenance that we had learnt the day prior on our the saws so they will be ready to go next time. Overall the course was very informative and easy to learn from; I think everyone there left with a wealth of information they didn t previously have, I think its great we can all be more confident and most importantly a lot safer while we are out enjoying the bush. Many thanks to Steve and Graham from Getabout training for facilitating the course, John Kent for organising, Jim Simpson for the use of his property and to everyone that attended. Cheers, Chris 15

16 ACTIVITY INFORMATION SHEET ACTIVITY: Milky Way Over Craigs Hut Leader: Ian Davidson Ph: Date/s: 1/2 June 2019 Deadline to confirm participation: Wed 29 th May 2019 Meeting point: Apex Park, Lake Albert Start time: 0830 Vehicle / participant numbers: Maximum: 8 Minimum: 1 Description of activity, safety issues, comments etc: This trip is open to all members but mainly aimed at those interested in astrophotography. June/July is prime Milky Way photography time and this is the last new-moon weekend (meaning extra-dark skies) before the seasonal track closures in the Victorian High Country. The most-photogenic part of the MW, the Galactic Centre, will be visible over Craigs Hut from the South-East right on astronomical sunset at 6:37pm on the Saturday night and set in the South-West at 5:46am on Sunday morning. Hoping for clear & crisp skies to achieve something like the photo below (only from a different angle & better ). We will head down the highways direct to Mansfield, then 2WD roads to Circuit Road and the last few km easy 4WDing on Clear Hills Track aiming to be at the Hut around 2-3pm for camp setup & photo prep. Those not interested in the photographic side could perhaps take a side trip to King River Hut & back (NB Mt Stirling access will already be seasonally closed by then). Limited camping is available at the hut (behind-the-barrier from memory); camper trailers would need to find a nearby site. Limited manoeuvrability at the Hut parking areas. Note that if the weather forecast on Friday 31 st is for cloudy skies, strong winds or rain the trip will be postponed until the Spring. Personal gear required: If wanting to shoot the Milky Way, the essentials are a camera with Manual mode, a sturdy tripod and a head torch. An intervalometer would be required (built-in in some cameras) for time-lapse photos if desired. Also recommended are a wide-angle lens (pretty-well essential), at least one extra fully-charged battery, spare memory cards, remote shutter release and lens warmer (eg chemical hand warmer & rubber band). Warm clothing, recovery gear & firewood Club gear provided: First Aid kit Level of physical difficulty of overall activity: Easy? Moderate? Hard? Very hard? Easy FOR TRIPS: Grading (see P2): If wet: 3 If dry: 2-3 Suited to camper trailer? Y? N? NA? Y, but see above Number of nights camping: 1 Location: Craigs Hut Full time driving? N Fuel required & availability: Full tank; top up at Mansfield 16

17 March Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Committee meeting /17 Chainsaw operators course Club meeting; 23 Rail Museum Nichol Albury 4WD Show April Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Committee meeting Kosciusko day trip Ogdens Club meeting; Easter; 4wd Association Jamboree ANZAC Day; 27/28 Club cook-out May Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su /5 Wheeler s Creek - Davidson Committee meeting; 11 Mechanical & Maintenance w/shop Club meeting; 26 Quarry morning TBA June Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su 1 2 1/2 Craiigs Hut Milky Way - Davidson Committee meeting; 8/10 Queens birthday Club meeting; 22/23 Basic Driver training July Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Committee meeting Club meeting Please check Wagga 4WD Club Web page for calendar updates 17

18 Chainsaw training. March 2019 Photos courtesy of John Kent 18

19 ACTIVITY INFORMATION SHEET Provide information relevant to the activity. Leave section blank if not applicable. Forward to Activity Coordinator and TrackChat Editor ACTIVITY: Leader: Ph: Date/s: Deadline to confirm participation: Meeting point: Start time: Vehicle / participant numbers: Maximum: Minimum: Description of activity, safety issues, comments etc: Please download a copy of this from the website and fill it out then save it as a word document and forward it to the Activity Coordinator and to Trackchat Editor Michael Salway (Clancy) Personal gear required: Club gear provided: Level of difficulty of overall physical activity: Easy? Moderate? Hard? Very hard? FOR TRIPS: Grading (see P2): If wet: If dry: Suited to camper trailer? Y? N? NA? Number of nights camping: Location: Full time driving? Fuel required: 19

20 FOR SALE Toyota Hilux 4x Auto Dual cab turbo diesel CJZ-27E 12 months rego - due Feb 2020 Speedo: km Well maintained and regularly serviced by local 4WD mechanics. Great condition - minor dents and scratches, fully detailed. Well looked after by very particular/fussy lady owner/driver. Very good interior & paint work. Good reliable vehicle, I m selling as I have no further use for this vehicle. This fully rigged out Hilux certainly will not disappoint and is fully set up to tour, just add clothes and food. IDEAL FOR THE SERIOUS 4X4 DRIVER. DRIVES AND HANDLES EXTREMELY WELL... LOADED WITH FEATURES On the front: Toyota bull bar; Side steps LED headlights 2 x LED bar lights Winch, Safari snorkel; UHF Aerial heavy duty Toyota Light & Bonnet protectors Shoo Roos Underneath: 2 inch lift kit ARB Old Man Emu suspension 130 ltr fuel tank Recovery point + UVP (Under Vehicle Protection) ARB Under the bonnet: Dual batteries - Start battery isolated Secondary Diesel filter In the cabin Hayman Reese Electric brake controller Bury hands free phone kit - Bluetooth GME UHF 80 channel Double 12volt outlet under back seat, Dash camera and monitor Flexitank Water tank - 50 litre Universal hanging behind rear seats Black duck seat covers - Cloth seats in excellent condition Toyota rubber mats front and rear In the Canopy Rear drawer system + MSA Drop down large fridge slide Bushranger Max Air ll Portable Compressor mounted Shelf 2 x double 12v outlets in canopy (total 4 outlets) Anderson plug outlet,tie downs and Lift up windows in canopy On top Rhino racks + Ironman awning 2.5m x 2m Roof Bars on canopy suitable for Rooftop camper On the Back Toyota towbar c/w Anderson plug + 12 pin trailer plug Rear window saver Perspex cover General Service manual + 4 keys (2 electronic & 2 manual) 16 inch Toyota wheels BFG All Terrain Tyres very good condition Extra wheel with BFG All Terrain tyre 6 wheels in total Plus 2 spare tyres very good tread. Radiator Protector Comes with spares: Top and bottom radiator hoses; Fan belt; Transmission fluid; Wiper blades; Headlight bulbs; UHF Aerial; Air filter Fuel filter; Oil filter; Cabin filter; Oil; Power steering fluid; Brake fluid In the cab there is the usual: factory cruise control; power steering ; power windows, Air Conditioning; Central locking; CD player; USB ports tinted windows For further information Phone: Lee Mob: $29,500 20

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22 MEMBERSHIP FORM The completed form (including signatures) may be submitted to the treasurer either electronically to or in hard copy at a meeting. This form will not be processed until payment is received. Membership is annual from April 1st to March 31st of the following year. FEES $55 pa per vehicle (family) I am: Applying for membership Renewing my membership PLEASE PRINT NEATLY First name: Family Name: Postal address: Town/City: Postcode: Home telephone: Mobile phone: address: Spouse/Partner (optional): First Name: (optional): Family Name: Phone (optional): Children (optional): TrackChat: To minimise costs and ensure quick delivery, the Club s monthly newsletter (in full colour) is ed to members. It is also available from the Club s website For members without an address, a hard copy can be posted out upon request or collected at meetings. Access to Quarry Training Area (QTA): I hereby apply for access to the QTA for private driving practice for this membership year. I have read and will abide by the Club Policy for private use of the QTA. My level of 4WD experience is: Novice [ ] Experienced [ ] I have done: Basic 4WD training [ ] Advanced 4WD training [ ] Please post a hard copy Committee decision: Independent access approved [ ] Access approved if accompanied by an experienced member [ ] I hereby apply to become a member, or renew my membership, of the Wagga Wagga Four Wheel Drive Club Inc. with full voting rights. I have read and understood the Club s Activity Rules and Code of Conduct, and the 4WD Australia Code of Ethics. In the event of my admission as a member I agree to abide by these. I understand that four wheel driving is potentially hazardous and that injury and vehicle damage is always a possibility. I hereby also nominate my spouse/partner to enjoy with me the privileges of membership including voting on all Club operational matters except formal votes on constitutional matters. Signature of applicant: Date: Payment by: Cash Cheque: made out to Wagga Wagga Four Wheel Drive Club Inc EFT: WW4WDC Inc BSB Acc No (Description: Name or Membership No) NEW MEMBERS ONLY are required to have this section completed. This application will be processed if the applicant is nominated by a current member or attends a meeting and presents this form. As a member of Wagga Wagga Four Wheel Drive Club Inc, I nominate the applicant for membership. Name of nominator:.... Membership No:.. Committee decision: Membership application approved: Yes [ ] No [ ] Signature:.. Date:.. Privacy: Membership information is used for Club operational purposes only. I agree to my/our name/s, phone number/s and (s) to be published in the Club Members List. Please note that photographs taken during Club activities may be used for Club reports, promotion and publicity. Participants who do not wish to have their images included must notify the activity leader. 22