We decided to head up on the Saturday morning for Maria’s training in the Stage 2 DTU. Leaving home just before 6am, refueling both ourselves and the truck, we headed out to We-Leaser, Dungog.
The DTU Team consisted of Neale, Bob, Steve, Lachlan and Bev. Like in past written reports, a big thanks goes out the team, who do share the responsiblity of training, but without the services of these individuals, each month for a period of 3 years, the club training and trips would not be possible. So THANK YOU! Continue reading Driver Training-Stage 2 – again! 21st March 2015→
The weather was perfect for a wander through the Watagans. The day was warm with intermittent showers and sunshine. We all met at 8.30am on Sparks Rd, near the motorway interchange. We said our “Hello’s” and filled out our paperwork. Needless to say, I was the last to arrive, so here we go! Continue reading WATAGAN TO WOLLOMBI WANDER→
Another great 4WDing weekend – thanks to our trip leaders Tony and Faye. This is only our 2nd organised trip with the club but was certainly enjoyable.
The day was damp and slippery, just the way that we like it.
Sunday 22 February saw a group of newcomers to CC4WD club at Cooranbong Community Centre to complete their Stage 1 driver training. The material covered was well presented and educational. Continue reading Stage One Driver Awareness report Mar 2015→
After a long week at work, we packed up the truck and headed off for the We-Leaser to be ready for our driver training starting Saturday at 8.30 am. Greeted by Bob and Monica and the fellow DTU guys, Neil, Steve, Troy and Simon. This team was bravely backed up by Bev, Tappy and Cheryl. Accolades have to be given to these members who tirelessly give up their weekend to assist others in developing their skill and competency in developing their 4×4 driving and recovery techniques. Continue reading Driver Training-Stage 2 on 7-8th February→
The short version is – if you weren’t there, you should have been. You missed a great trip to a beautiful location.
Friday was an early start for some (5.30am departure for us) to get to the Pt Macquarie Service Centre McDonalds. A quick coffee heart starter then off to ARB for beach permits. We were given dire warnings by ARB staff of fines for not displaying permit stickers before they promptly ran out of stickers to issue. Continue reading Point Plomer Beach Weekend→
Friday of the Australia Day long weekend we travelled down to Braidwood with Auntie Bev and met up with Brad and Sue Moore at Berlang Campground (by Big Hole). We had a pleasant evening and in the morning drove back into Braidwood to meet the rest of the crew. Braidwood’s a great little town and because we weren’t meeting till late morning we had chance to wander the market in the town park and peruse the shops and cafes. I know Braidwood bakery is supposed to have a bit of a good reputation but it’s over rated in my opinion; there are shorter queues and better service to be had at the many other cafes.
Meeting point was at the Yetholme Caltex at 9am. After the initial meet and greet we then headed across the road and pretty much straight into the first track that was a bit dusty, after a short time we came to Mount Ovens trig a lookout facing west out over Bathurst and Mount Panorama, (very scenic). We then came to a steep hill descent that was fun to drive, but not so for the passenger, I did have my eyes closed for some of it though. Continue reading Yetholme to Bathurst via Hill End Jan 2015→
The day didn’t get off to a good start for us, with Glenn leaving his wallet at home. A quick change of drivers, and Clarissa headed home to pick it up while I grabbed a couple of coffees and some breakfast at a nice little café at Pennant Hills. We also took the opportunity to text TC and let him know that we might be a few minutes late. Before we knew it we were back on the road and up to the Coast to meet up with everybody at Palmdale. With us arriving right on 8:30, we wandered over and said our hellos. It was about that point that TC asked, with a big cheeky grin, if we wanted to do the written or verbal trip report. Grumbling something under my breath, I graciously offered to do the written report – so here we are. Continue reading Ourimbah Day Trip Dec 2014→
I’ve been with the 4WD Club for 4 years now and every monthly meeting I see the piston broke trophy get handed out to some poor unfortunate member who unfortunately either damaged their vehicle or it required the most repairs over the preceding period since the last general meeting. I guess sooner or later your time comes up and last month was mine.