MESA 4 WHEELERS HORN NEWSLETTER

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1 MESA 4 WHEELERS HORN NEWSLETTER APRIL 2010 Mesa 4 Wheelers, PO Box 107, Mesa AZ MESA 4 WHEELERS STAFF President Darrel Wallace Vice President Bill Mihailov Secretary Pat Jenkins Treasurer Ray Jenkins Corres.Secretary Debra Wallace Membership Lori Moore Editor Mike Drawsky Rememberance Gert Leible Trophies John Gutherie Safety Chairman Lee Coppage Next Meeting April 16, 2010 Third Friday of every month, 7:30p.m. Location: Brown & Brown Chevrolet, Downstairs under sales room 145 East Main Street Mesa, AZ PRESIDENT S CORNER I would like to thank the past Safety Chairman - Steve Fleming; Trophy Chairman - Harold Liberman; and Remembrance Chairman - Jeri Liberman for their great efforts and hard work this past year. The new appointed Safety Chairman is Lee Coppage; Trophy Chairman - John Gutherie (Guppy) and Remembrance Chairman - Gert Leible. Please give all these people your help and support. This year will bring us new beginnings. Our new officers are eager to serve the club and willing to work to make it great for us now and in the future. Our Adopt-A-Ranch will have taken place by the time this issue goes to press. From the show of hands it looks as though this year's turnout will be a good one. This is very important for our club to promote good will,for the J-Bar-B Ranch and the Forest Service. Remember our club is only as good as we make it! We have new trip leaders and new officers, let us give them our support! See you on the trail, Darrel REMEMBER WHEN? 30 years ago The April 1980 Horn mentioned that the Executive Board (which we had then) was scheduled at the Willamson's home. Officers were listed as President-Dick Williamson; Vice President-Bob Harroun; Recording Secretary-Shirley Clarkin; Corrisponding Secretar-Geneva Williamson; Treasurer-Walt Jenkins; Editor-Kathy Hatcher; and standing committee were up for acceptance!. Fun Days registration for members was $1:00 that included a dinner and drink. Dates; April 25th, 26th & 27th. A report by Bob & Val Harroun was written about the Tierra Del Sol Safari. I believe the first Lifetime Members were John & Hannah Kodatts during April AZ LONGSHOREMAN TRIP REPORTS Fun Days 2010 Fun Days Chairman: "Bronco" Clete Hruska, Date: March 19 th, 20 th & 21 st. This year's Fun Days was held once again at the "Two Flying Cowboys" off Cottonwood Canyon Road, near Mineral Mountain, south of Florence Junction. Our host, ranch manager Bob Church, made us feel right at home and even found time to take part in some of the activities.

2 Fun Days 2010 (CONTINUED) Darrel & Deb Wallace took charge of the games again this year and did a wonderful job. By the look on Mike & Linda Dreckman's grandson's face, these were very competitive youngsters! Deb was in charge of the kids games. They had just as much fun or more than the adults. Deb did a great job making sure none of them were left out of the fun. Wendi & Jim Kawa once again provided the musical entertainment. Wendi had a range of musical favorites to please everyone. She kept the music playing throughout Friday and Saturday evening. This little girl with the help from Deb, tries her luck at getting the ball to land into one of the colored water bowls, to win a prize. Lori Moore took charge of keeping track of the vendors who donated raffle prizes. Again, one of this year's most generous contributers was Desert Rat, wth support from VIAIR and Bulldog Winch.

3 Fun Days 2010 (CONTINUED) This year Clete and Randi Hruska took charge of putting together our 43rd Annual Fun Days event. You can tell by these photos just how well they did! Bev, Lee & Sami & I get the opportunity this year to entertain Tim, from Desert Rat and Bob from Bulldog Wench by taking them on a Saturday morning run up the Roller Coasters. Tim's TJ with its 5.7 liter, Hemi, long arm suspension and 39" tires was more than able to keep up with us. With all that power under the hood, he nearly made it all the way to the top of the Roller Coasters in 2-wheeldrive! For the second year in a row Walter and Gert Lieble not only contributed the food for the main courses, but cooked it up too! The club is very fortunate and honored to have these delicious dishes prepared professionally. Coming back down the Roller Coasters, looking south towards Tucson. Lori Moore along with the rest of us has been looking forward to this feast all day long (Free range chicken breast infused with rosemary; fusili pasta with Italian sausage; meat loaf with mushroom sauce and mashed potatoes). There was more than enough for everyone; even after having seconds, nearly half still remained.

4 Fun Days 2010 (CONTINUED) Nate VanKeuren is over joyed by the sight of all the delicious food and deserts spread out along the tables. During dinner time, you could not find anyone without a smile on their face as they enjoyed every bite! One of the founders of the Mesa 4 Wheelers, Willard Kodatt, with his sons Melvin and WJ. It has been a number of years since we have had the pleasure of their company. We look forward to seeing more of them in the future. During the evening award ceremonies, Deb made sure that every child was awarded a ribbon with the M4W pendant along with a stuffed animal for their efforts. Ranch manager, Bob Church, joins Bill & Amy and the rest of us in chowing down on one of the best meals ever! Bill doing what he does best, entertaining the audience!

5 Fun Days 2010 (CONTINUED) Rory Moore, in his TJ driving up the first waterfall. Club president, Darrel Wallace in his CJ5 on Sunday's Upper Woodpecker run. At the half way point Lee pulls the group over for a lunch break. Jim Kawa, in his Suzuki, Samuri taking on the first of four waterfalls along Upper Woodpecker. This year Doc Staff's health was much improved and he was able to ride with us on Sunday's run. Whenever we get the opportunity to have Doc join us on a trail, every one wants to be included in his photo! Nate VanKeuren in his '66 Ford Bronco working his way up the first waterfall.

6 Fun Days 2010 (CONTINUED) The last couple of years Rory had to miss out on Fun Days because of his busy schedule. We missed him and were happy to see him doing what he enjoys most, wheeling with the M4W's! Nate, Judi, Randi & Clete soaking in the Arizona winter weather! Long time members Ray & Pat helped out Doc this year with the delivery of the camp porta-potties and later lent a hand in camp cleanup on Monday morning. Without members like them, the Mesa 4-Wheelers would not exist! I had the privilege of having Doc as my passenger during our run through Upper Woodpecker. When ever the Hutcheson family shows up, we know we are in for some thrilling entertainment! All along the trail, Richard would aim his Chevy V8 powered Toyota Landcruiser towards the most challenging obstacles. He would always prevail while providing us with plenty of excitement! Richard and his son Mark lead the Friday night run and did a wonderful job. Starting at around 8:30, the run lasted until 11:00. Bev, Lee & Sami, were this year's trip leaders. Lee let Sami drive All along the route there were plenty of large rocks to contend with which kept everyone on their toes! the entire trail and she did a superb job! Another successful Fun Days that left everyone looking forward to next year's 44th annual!

7 FUTURE TRIPS & EVENTS Log Corral Trip Leader: Ray & Pat Jenkins Contact # When: April 17 Where: Sycamore Creek & Beline Highway Start Time: 8:00, pull 8:30 Rating: 4 Trip Details: Come prepared to do our yearly trail cleanup and make sure your rig is up for the challenge! Southern Arizona Wheeling With Paul & Joanna Trip Leader: Paul & Joanna Hutchinson Contact jchutch1@cox.net th th When: April 24 & 25 Where: Sierra Vista Trip Details: Paul and I are looking forward to seeing you the th weekend of the 24 for a weekend of 4-wheeling near our new home in Sierra Vista. I ve listed some RV parks campgrounds near us. The one at Karchner Caverns St Park is about 20 miles from our house. Mt. View RV Park is closer about 10 miles from our house. There are some primitive sites at Carr Canyon about 10 miles the other side of our house. You have to park the RV in a big dirt parking lot for the lower camping area there are picnic tables and grills and restrooms but you cannot really put an RV in the camp site. There is also an upper campground but we have not been able to get up to it yet because it still has snow. Karchner Caverns state park campground - If you want to take it easy there are lots of hotels in the area. Would you be coming down Friday or Saturday? Let us know your plans so we can prepare. Paul has pre-run a bunch of local trails that he cannot wait to take you on. Edward's Park Campout (Four Peaks) Trip Leader: Marty & Nancy Eichhorst Contact # When: May 15 & 16 Meet: Denny's Restaurant, Fountain Hills Start Time: 8:00 & pull 9:00 Destination: Edwards Park which is on the mountain range north of Four Peaks. Expected Temperatures: It will be hot in the desert but should be pleasant up on the mountain range with the low humidity in May. Should be cool in the evening and a little chilly in the early morning. Might need a campfire. Permits: All on Tonto Natl Forest. No permits required. Rating: 3.0 Saquaro Lake Steak Fry Trip Leader: Darrel & Deb Wallace Contact # When: May 22 Where: Meet at Butcher Jones, on east side, go through gate and into the wash. Bring swimming suit and pass around. We will be returning after dark. Start Time: 4:00, pull 4:30. Rating: 3 What To Bring: Your choice of meat and a passaround Memorial Day Weekend in El Golfo Mexico Trip Leader: Bill & Amy Mihailov Contact # When: May Details: The road from Rocky Point to El Golfo is finished, it is amazingly flat and smooth with occasional views of the ocean. We found a new road that comes out on the beach several miles South of El Golfo. Our plan this year is to take that road to the beach and find a camping place. It will be more secluded and we should have the area to ourselves most of the weekend. We still plan to go down the beach to the second lighthouse, spend time exploring the nearby sand dunes etc. We plan to take all our food and supplies this time. El Golfo is close enough to go for ice and other needed supplies. Rocky Point is about 1 ½ hours by the new road if someone wants to go there for a day. If you want to experience camping in a secluded beach setting, drive down or up the beach for miles.make plans to go this year. You will need a passport or visa still plenty of time to get one before Memorial Day. Tents, tent trailers, small trailers only not motor home accessible. Give us a call if you might like to join us this year on this new adventure!! Mr. Bill and Amy

8 FUTURE TRIPS & EVENTS (CONTINUED) August 2010 in Colorful, Southwestern Colorado Meal Chair Main course Dishes to share coordinator Food serving tables/cloths/<utensils if desired> Trip Leader: Bill & Amy Mihailov Contact # Details: Amy and I spend our summer vacation in the Southwest corner of Colorado. It is cool and there is a great variety of things to do. You are all welcome to join us at any time during our stay and join us in whatever we are doing or do your own thing! Following is our planned schedule which is subject to change. July 31-August 11th Rico, Colorado. We are trying a new camping place this year. We found a meadow, south of Rico perfect for dry camping. There are lots of 4-wheel drive, ATV and motorcycle roads within a short drive some amazingly scenic. Other than exploring the area, time will be spent fishing and at camp. Telluride is less than an hour or so away and access to all the four-wheel drive trails around Ouray also. Cortez is close enough to go for groceries, do laundry etc. Entertainment Chair: Nate VanKeuren Lights/extension cords/generator August 12th through the 19th, Silverton, Colorado. Silverton on the other side of the mountains from Rico. There are many four-wheel drive and scenic trails around Silverton. The weekend we will spend watching an event called Hard Rock Mining Holidays. It is a 3 day event involving games for kids, horseshoe contests, all sorts of mining type events and an amazing tug-of-war event. Monday the 16th, Mr. Bill and some local guys take a big sheep-herder type tent and go up to the head of the Rio Grande and fish for 3 days. All guys are welcome to go. SPECIAL THANKS! th August 20-30th Between Silverton and Ouray, Colorado. We dry camp in an area called Corkscrew or Ironton Park. Our camp is located near all the four-wheel drives routes for which Ouray is famous. We will plan to do them all! Firewood Chair Obtainer Deliverer Trip Chair: Friday night Sunday main Lee Coppage Porta-Potties Chair Deliver and return Clean-up Chair Let me know what you want to help with.. Mr. Bill Amy and I wanted to thank Clete for a great weekend. We both felt that this was one of the most laid back and relaxing Fun Days we have experienced in awhile. Thanks a bunch Clete, Mr. Bill CURRENT NEWS BLUERIBBON COALITION LAND USE ADVISORY USFS PLANNING RULE MEETINGS ANNOUNCED FOR SOUTHWESTERN REGION The Forest Service is revising the regulations used to formulate Forest Plans (known as the Planning Rule). The agency has said it is committed to an open collaborative approach, and has announced several national and regional meetings. Nationwide, the collaborative process includes a Science Forum, three Four wheeling, camping, fishing, exploring in cool Colorado any National Roundtables and Roundtables in nine Regions. More questions? Feel free to call me any time, information is available on the FS Forest Planning webpage. Mr. Bill The FS recently announced the schedule for Regional Fun Days 2011 Roundtables in Region 3 (Southwestern Region), which Thanks to everyone for being so willing to help get the planning encompasses all of Arizona and New Mexico. for our next Fun Days off to a great start. Please let me know what areas you would like to help with next year. Being a As part of this national effort, public roundtable meetings will be Chairperson means you head up a committee and delegate held on Wednesday, April 28, 2010, in Phoenix, AZ. (See some of the duties to others. Schedule below) August 31 to September 6th Time will be spent in the Southwest Colorado area, Silverton, Ouray or Rico subject to change. If you would like to come up during this time please let us know and we can let you know where we will be. Here is what we have so far; Fun Days Chairman & Vice President: Mr. Bill Mihailov Registration Chair: Wendi Kawa Raffle Chair: Lori Moore Ticket sales person Goody bag assembler and distributor Games Chair: Darrel Wallace Adult game 1 Adult game 2 Adult game 3 or obstacle course 1:00-4:00 pm Heard Museum 2301 North Central Avenue Phoenix, AZ 6:00-8:30 pm Radisson Phoenix Airport N. 427 North 44th Street Phoenix AZ For further information contact Shiela Cathie

9 CURRENT NEWS (CONTINUED) BFGoodrich Tires Announces Five Outstanding Trails for 2010 BFGoodrich celebrates five year anniversary of Outstanding Trails program The five 2010 selected trails cover the map from Southern California to Pennsylvania MOAB, Utah April 2, 2010 BFGoodrich Tires has announced the five trails selected for its Outstanding Trails program at a presentation held in Moab, Utah during the Easter Jeep Safari. Celebrating the program s five year anniversary in 2010, the Outstanding Trails program has recognized 19 trails, donating more than $70,000 to clubs across the United States and Canada. The program was established to raise awareness for responsible use, and preservation of, off-road trails while providing aid in the trails conservation efforts. In collaboration with Tread Lightly! and United Four Wheel Drive Associations (UFWDA), BFGoodrich Tires is proud to present the 2010 Outstanding Trails: Rausch Creek, Pa. Drummond Island, Mich. Yacolt, Wash. Johnson Valley, Calif. Holy Cross, Colo. abundant wild life, lush vegetation and sweeping vistas, the trails on Drummond Island are truly special. Yacolt Burn is located in the Yacolt Burn State forest and features OHV trails that have been shut down for a long time. There are several clubs, including the Piston s Wild Motorsports, that are working to get these trails cleaned up and ready to use once again. This is a relatively new 4x4 trail system that expects to have approximately 25 miles of dedicated off-roading very soon. Johnson Valley is home to King of the Hammers, the ultimate desert race. Johnson Valley offers a varied landscape for the offroad driver. It is punctuated by steep red rocky mountains, rolling hills, open valleys, dry lake beds and sandy washes. Elevations range from 4,600-feet at Hartwell Hills to 2,300-feet at Melville Dry Lake. The area s beautiful vegetation consists of creosote scrub, annual grasses, wild flowers and Joshua Trees. Holy Cross is a scenic and challenging high mountain trail in central Colorado. It is an old mining trail that gold miners built and used until 1883 when the mines on Mt. Holy Cross played out. One of the more challenging 4x4 trails in Colorado, Holy Cross holds a rating of 8 to 9 on a 10-point difficulty scale. Each of the trails honored will be highlighted on BFGoodrich Tires Nation of GO throughout the year. Nation of GO allows visitors to interact with members, as well as share their experiences on the trails by tracking drives and uploading photos and videos. Visit to view the 2010 Outstanding Trails trailheads. The five trails that have been selected this year are welldeserving of the recognition and we re excited to have them part "United Four Wheel Drive Associations shares the goals and desires of BFGoodrich Tires and the Outstanding Trails program of the Outstanding Trails family, said Joe Mazur, light-truck and is a great way to highlight clubs and trails across the country marketing manager, BFGoodrich Tires. We look forward to that are promoting responsible off-roading, said Dave Logan, honoring the clubs at selected events throughout the year and helping them maintain and preserve these beautiful off-road trails chairman of the advisory committee, UFWDA. We enjoy our partnership with BFGoodrich Tires and look forward to continue for everyone to enjoy. promoting responsible land use throughout the year. The five 2010 Outstanding Trails cover the map from the Mojave Tread Lightly! is proud to partner with BFGoodrich Tires for the Desert in Southern California to the green forests of fifth year to help communicate responsible four wheeling Pennsylvania. The trails were narrowed down and selected by principles, said Lori McCullough, executive director of Tread UFWDA, Tread Lightly! and BFGoodrich Tires. Lightly!. It s important to tread lightly on designated roads and trails and the Outstanding Trails program does a great job BFGoodrich Tires will host several events honoring each of the spreading the word. five trails beginning in June and running through October. The events will highlight the beauty and uniqueness of each trail, as Both Tread Lightly! and UFWDA are non-profit organizations well as educate off-road enthusiasts on the responsible use of dedicated to responsible and ethical outdoor recreation. trails. A grant will also be awarded to each of the clubs BFGoodrich Tires collaborated with these two groups to select associated with the trails to help conserve the trail s beauty. the finest North American trails, and will continue to work with these organizations on restoration and education initiatives. Following is a closer look at each trail: Rausch Creek provides a fun, legal place for 4x4 off-road clubs and organizations to go "wheeling." The off-road park consists of 1,700 acres of easy, intermediate and hard trails. Rocks, bowls, hills, the glacial "Rock Creek", club-friendly trails and free on-site camping combine to make Rausch Creek a unique 4x4 destination. Drummond Island has some of the most scenic and rugged offroad trails in the state of Michigan. With more than 117 miles of trail in a closed loop system, Drummond Islands off-road trails provide a wide range of riding opportunities. Surrounded by the waters of Lake Huron, in a true wilderness setting, the riding experience is un-paralleled by any other place in Michigan. With United Four Wheel Drive Associations is the world s leading representative of all-brand four wheel-drive enthusiasts. UFWDA benefits, developed and tested true over the past 30 years, include four wheel drive safety and awareness education; user ethics programs such as adopt-a-road, conservation volunteer, and volunteer trail patrol; assistance with new club formation; education seminars to aid four wheelers through complex state and federal programs affecting trail access; internet forums designed to connect members globally and instantaneously; and unrestrained member access to its full-time legislative advocate and nationally-recognized attorney working exclusively for four wheel drive enthusiasts to protect access and prevent road and trail closures.

10 For more information on the UFWDA log on to or call toll free UFWDA ( ). Tread Lightly! is a national nonprofit organization with a mission to promote responsible recreation through ethics education and stewardship. Tread Lightly!'s strategic educational message, along with its training and restoration initiatives are designed to instill an ethic of responsibility in outdoor enthusiasts and the industries that serve them. The program is long-term in scope with a goal to balance the needs of the people who enjoy outdoor recreation with the needs of the environment. The federal government recognizes this by acknowledging Tread Lightly! as a sole-source service provider of education and training on how to be environmentally and socially responsible while using motorized and mechanized vehicles in off-highway settings. Using motorsports as a proving ground for more than 35 years, BFGoodrich Tires is involved in every type of racing, including oval, sports car, drifting, drag, desert, dirt, rally, and extreme rock crawling. BFGoodrich Tires combines technological expertise with vast motorsports experience, delivering a highperformance tire for every type of vehicle. Visit BFGoodrich Tires online at In 2009, BFGoodrich Tires developed a gathering place for auto enthusiasts to celebrate the thrill of GO through an online community. Nation of GO is an online community where people with a passion for driving can celebrate and share what they love to do best at ### Media Contacts: Tim Gilman (949) Tim.Gilman@hillandknowlton.com REFRESHMENTS April Bob & Arlene Biegel John, Candy & Colette May Clete & Randi Lee Coppage BIRTHDAYS April 4/2 Linda Dreckman 4/16 Jim Kawa 4/22 Bobbie Williams May 5/2 Ray Jenkins 5/2 Gert Liable 5/4 Wendi Kawa 5/10 Mike Drawsky 5/19 Randi Hruska 5/28 Mike Dreckman 5/28 Ginnie Wands CLUB ANNIVERSARIES Dr. Leonard Staff, Jr. 4/67 Bill & Amy Mihailov 4/82 Jack & Sandee McCullen 4/88 Jim & Wendi Kawa 4/91 Bob & Arlene Biegel 4/03 Jim Keller & Ginnie Wands 4/06 Dan & Brenda Bensmiller 4/09 ITEMS FOR SALE These items are available for purchase: United Decals $1.00 State Decals $2.00 M4W Arm Patches $0.50 M4W Flag $15.00 M4W Vehicle Plate $25.00 M4W 5 & 7 Logos $2.00 M4W Banners $5.00 NEW ITEM A fully titled and registered 1955 CJ5. Great for rocks & dunes! Beautiful purple paint and pinstriping Seats 2 adults and 2 youths- GREAT family jeep Air conditioning, heater, defroster Stretched 10 in the cowling Awesome articulation with long Wrangler springs- blocked over axles High-end dial-in sway bars in front and rear for excellent highway ride and super-easy operation Alpine stereo with overhead speakers (and rear map lights), ipod controller Built-in satellite radio Cobra CB with external speaker Full custom roll cage Rear-view mirror with map lights Custom 30-gallon gas tank Complete fiberglass body with removable panels Chevy 383 Stroker with ported heads, high compression pistons, RV cam. Really fast. Top-of-the-line ½ flange nickel headers Edelbrock 1050CFM QJet Carb Custom-built by Cliff Ruggles for rock crawling- works like fuel injection On-board high-volume air compressor with regulator for locker and large on-board tank Racing aluminum radiator with auxiliary electric fan for those super-hot days Recently-rebuilt 700R4 Automatic with OD Dana 300 T-Case with 4:1 Kit and twin sticks New rear driveshaft and ladder bar 4.56 Gears Currie High Pinion 9 Diff with DetroitLocker and floating axles Dana 44 front axle with ARB air locker Disc brakes all around Recently-installed Wilwood dual master-cylinder brakes New 37 KM2 s on 10 wide 17 s New Bestop Soft Top New Daylighters and fog lights up front, driving lights out back All LED marker lighting New Autometer gauges (including A/F ratio monitor) In-cab fuel pressure gauge

11 ITEMS FOR SALE (Continued) BUSINESS ADVERTISING Ramsey 8000 winch with in-cab controller Custom rear tire carrier folds out into a table with an umbrella on the trail Custom rear rock bumper Custom frame-mounted rock sliders RS9000 adjustable shocks Tie rods over mounted Very high clearance with only moderate lift due to drivetrain position and custom fenders Asking price $12,900 Wayne Mihailov Ph: Warn x8000i Winch - $500 Call: Walter I have the following items for best offer: Belted cased miniature hammer + multiple tools. 2 sets of 2 swivel tie down hooks 50 foot roll of 20 gauge copper wire Heavy duty 9x12 gray-tarp with grommets Rubbermaid H2o jug with spout pronged 125 v. Greatland folding picnic table Folding umbrella for center of picnic table Rolled slat folding picnic table Small black plastic drop cloth 20 stretch cord set (10 thru 30 in container) 9x12 clear-plastic drop cloth Call DOC MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION Regular membership is $ Regular members must attend minimum events and meetings. $20.00 for life members and $50.00 for associate members (no restrictions) Yearly membership dues are due in March. An additional $5.00 reinstatement fee will be charged if dues are not received by April meeting. First time membership fees will be prorated based on the number of months remaining. Ray Jenkins ARTICLE AND SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION Articles will be accepted through the mail on disk or CDs in the same format. Articles or other submissions to the Mesa 4Wheeler Horn should be sent by or as enclosure in Word format. Send to Editor: Mike Drawsky Desert Rat Locations

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