D3/D4/RRS 4WD Weekend Info & Attendee List Updated 22nd Oct

[TerryO]

Attendee list updated 7:28 23rd Oct ............ 29 confirmed and 1 possibles.


Its on again, the second D3/D4/RRS 4WD & Camping weekend will go ahead on the weekend of the 25-26th October.

While this is considered a weekend event people can do either or both days if they wish and its open to all D3, D4 and RRS owners who would like to have some fun four wheel driving while meeting up with fellow Aulro members. Please just let us know in advance what days your planning on attending and what group you would like to be in and what vehicle you have. By the way these events are family friendly weekends so children are also more than welcome.

As Barry mentioned earlier the location where most will camp over the weekend is Lake Lyell, at the same great waterfront campsite as last year, the site has been booked for Friday and Saturday nights, cost is $20 unpowered (waterfront), $25 powered on the Terrace per night per vehicle/tent. If you are attending and want to camp then please call Peter at the camp ground on 02 6355 6347 and book one of the limited waterfront camp spots.

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Given the numbers of vehicles attending already there will be two separate groups that will cater for all skill levels. Group 1 will do the more mainstream 4wd tracks and will be better suited to standard and or lightly modified vehicles and drivers who enjoy 4wdriving but don't want to do the real challenging tracks.

Group 2 will do the more challenging and harder rougher tracks. The exact tracks that will be taken are yet to be sorted but there are plenty of different great tracks in that area to the ones we went on last year, so most likely some of it will be on a number of new tracks.

Once again Jimmy Salsa and Kaz11 who film and produce all the Misadventure 4WD YouTube video clips will be attending the weekend and filming the weekends activities for one of their great 4WD video clips.

Redback (Barry) is also arranging Aulro 2014 D3/D4/RRS embroided event polo-shirts for those that would like one.

Below is an up to date attendees list. If you would like to attend and have either a D3/D4 or a Range Rover Sport then please just put up a post saying what days and which group you would like to be in.

Attendees
*~Rich~ .............................D3........Group 2 Sat-Sun
*Jonesy63 ...........................D4
AnD3rew .............................D3
bluepippa ............................D4.......Group 2 Sat-Sun
Kaz11 & Jimmy Salsa............RRS......Group 2 Sat-Sun
eddomak ............................D4........Group 1 Sat-Sun
SimmAus ............................D4.......Group 2 Sat-Sun
Rocmic ...............................D3........Group 2 Sat-Sun
Minibloodhound ...................D4........Group 2 Sat-Sun
*Redback ...........................D4
*TerryO ..............................D3........Group 1 Sat-Sun
*Discoweb ..........................D3
Geedublya ..........................D4.........Group 2 Sat-Sun
jspyle .................................D3........ Group 2 Sat-Sun
Zilch ..................................RRS.......Group 2 Sat-Sun
IndusD4 .............................D4.........Group 2 Sat-Sun
Parkes.................................D4......... Group 1 Sat-Sun
Bytemark.............................D4.........Gr oup 1 Sun
Gloria..................................D4........ .Group 1 Sat-Sun
Zedd....................................D3........ Group 2 Sat-Sun
Shining................................D3......... Group 1 Sat-Sun
GrantO52.............................D3.........Gr oup 1 Sat-Sun
MikeL...................................D4........ .Group 1 Sat-Sun
Orangi..................................D4........ .Group 1 Sat-Sun
RonRRC................................D4.........G roup 1 Sat
LiamO..................................D4......... .Group 1 Sun
Jtas.....................................D4....... ...Group 1 Sun
NomadicD3..........................D3...........Gr oup ? Sat-Sun
Simoncs...............................D4.......... .Group 2 Sun

Possible

Rob King...............................RRS


*denotes event organisers

There is already a thread in the Trips Section that Redback has started for this event so feel free to comment or ask questions either in here or in there.

[TerryO]

This thread will be updated whenever people let us know that they will be attending the event. If you have any questions about the weekend please feel free to ask.

The latest person to put his hand up as a possible is Gordon (GGhaggis). It would be great if he could make, as of late today there are 16 confirmed and 3 possibles.

[~Rich~]

The Event Thread is here:
http://www.aulro.com/afvb/upcoming-events/202282-nsw-d3-d4-rrs-weekend-25-26th-october-date-change.html

Weekend Shirts:
http://www.aulro.com/afvb/d3-d4-rrs/202534-shirts-d3-d4-rrs-w-end.html

[TerryO]

Updated participants list ...19 confirmed .... 6 possibles.

Can everyone who has confirmed they are coming let us know what group they want to be in and what days they are attending please.

[Parkes]

please put me down for both days staying Friday and Saturday night. I'll go group 1 given my stock standard D4 with road tyres.

[minibloodhound]

You've asked for days and group to be placed here, so....

Arriving Friday night and staying for both Saturday and Sunday and tagging along in group 2.

Scott

[Bytemrk]

Hey guys,

We can move me from possible to yes... I'll be there.

I'm heading north on a longer trip stating that weekend, so will arrive Saturday afternoon / evening, spend Saturday Night/Sunday with the group. (Probably leaving late Sunday or early Monday.)

Unpowered is fine.

I might stick with Group 1 and do the sooky lah lah tracks, (assuming Group 2 is likely to medium to hard).... rather not break anything at the start of a trip away :p

[rocmic]

Will be there for both Saturday and Sunday driving and overnight Saturday. Will try for overnight Friday, but that will require major negotiations.
Put me down for the Group 2 tracks on both days please.
Looking forward to renewing old acquaintances and making new ones:D
Cheers
Mike

[eddomak]

I will be there for both Saturday and Sunday daytimes, and in the beginner group please. Thanks!

[TerryO]

Updated today (9th August)

There are now 23 confirmed entry's for the trip and 5 possibles. It's all shaping up this far out to be a bloody excellent weekend of camping and four wheel driving plus the chance of getting to know other Aulro members in the flesh rather than just on the forum.

If everyone who is coming could please check the first post below and then let me know what group and days you are attending that would be appreciated.

[captcam68]

Hiya,
Please put me down as a possible for both days and I'll give group 2 ago
Cheers Cam

[zilch]

hope a few more RRS drivers join, otherwise its a pretty light/poor showing..

Trying to convince a D3 V8 owner, a fellow pom to register for the event.. you know who you are..

[kaz11]

You have officially doubled the number of Sports from last year zilch. Dare we hope for more? :D

[TerryO]

Updated participent list as 21st August 4pm ... 25 attending ... 6 possibles

[Orangi]

Terry I heard from our Man George about this trip so would like to register my interest in group 1 as have stock standard D4. Thanks.

Will confirm once consent has been granted from the Missus.

[Bytemrk]

G'day Terry,

You have me sown for group 1 as requested - and listed as Sat / Sun.

I will not get there until Saturday afternoon - so will only be out on Sundays Trip - but certainly looking forward to meeting everyone and camping the night there Saturday.

Cheers, Mark

[mikel]

Hi Terry

Please put us down as possible at the moment, we plan to be there for both days and would like to be included in Group 1.
We will probably go up on Friday in the D4 and van, staying until Sunday arvo or maybe Monday.

Cheers
Mike L

[Tawmii]

Move me from a possible to definite!
I have just booked a powered site for the Saturday night. We have a caravan so power is nice but we can go unpowered if everyone else is down by the water.....
We are 2 adults and a 9 year old boy - Kate, Tony and Luka File.
Put us in the beginner group. Tony has done some 4WDing in a Pajero but 15 years ago! This is our first Landrover - Discovery 4.

[TerryO]

Will do Tawmii,

The powered sites are only a 50 metre walk to the waters edge sites, we have a caravan and it will be in a powered site as well. Not much room for a van down near the waters edge, so I reckon your in the correct spot.

[zilch]

actually phoned Lake Lyell and booked an unpowered site direct with them from the AULRO block booking Terry, hope that does not screw up your tracking..

So, Site booked, Shirts paid for, Camper Trailer hired, now to get some leave booked

[~Rich~]

actually phoned Lake Lyell and booked an unpowered site direct with them from the AULRO block booking Terry, hope that does not screw up your tracking..

So, Site booked, Shirts paid for, Camper Trailer hired, now to get some leave booked

Yep,
EVERYONE camping needs to ring and book a spot.

Yes we have an area allocated but no it is not paid for.

So please do not expect to just roll up and get a spot, especially so with a van too!

See you there Zilch

[gghaggis]

Unfortunately I won't be able to make this, due to work commitments - roll on retirement age! :(

Cheers,

Gordon

[Graeme]

Unfortunately I won't be able to make this, due to work commitments - roll on retirement age!Is there one?

[Rob king]

Please note me as a possible.
All going well - both days, unmodified RRS so group 1 will be best. (If my SIII FFR was alowed - group 2!)
I am first looking for a set of standard 18" wheels to fit with off road rubber,.. the 20" alloys aren't going to work.
Rob.

[zilch]

Please note me as a possible.
All going well - both days, unmodified RRS so group 1 will be best. (If my SIII FFR was alowed - group 2!)
I am first looking for a set of standard 18" wheels to fit with off road rubber,.. the 20" alloys aren't going to work.
Rob.

If you had 18" or 19' then i would say your standard Sport will go most places

[Rob king]

Thanks Zilch,
I wasn't sure how extreme group 2 terrain would be for the RRS.
Not keen on trashing my panels and guards just yet or scratching the duco... The series 3 however is used to making it's own trails!
Rob.

[zilch]

Thanks Zilch,
I wasn't sure how extreme group 2 terrain would be for the RRS.
Not keen on trashing my panels and guards just yet or scratching the duco... The series 3 however is used to making it's own trails!
Rob.

Not expecting to do damage

[TerryO]

I can confirm that there will be a Saturday evening/night charity auction which I'm starting to get Land Rover related gear promised that we can auction off on the night.

I will update in the next week or so with a up to date list of the great gear that various businesses are providing.

The number in the last few weeks has stabilised at 27 for the trip and 5 possibles, however. I expect there will be a few more when the RRC guys start to sign up soon when Discoweb organises it with their members.

[Orangi]

Terry I met with DiscoWeb and as I am in the RRC. I can confirm I am a definite for Saturday and Sunday. Discoweb said he was likely to do something special for us RRC on Sunday. Although I am yet to get the scratches out, I got the last time I went with him :-). Only me this time no Warren to take over. He's back in NZ. I have rung the camp site and waiting on them to call me back to book an unpowered site.

[Orangi]

Terry I met with DiscoWeb and as I am in the RRC. I can confirm I am a definite for Saturday and Sunday. Discoweb said he was likely to do something special for us RRC on Sunday. Although I am yet to get the scratches out, I got the last time I went with him :-). Only me this time no Warren to take over. He's back in NZ. I have rung the camp site and waiting on them to call me back to book an unpowered site.
Terry the camp site rang and said there was only two sites left one near the shower block and one powered site for $5 more so I have taken the powered site.

[TerryO]

Updated Saturday 11:13 am ... There are now 29 confirmed participants for the weekend D3/D4/RRS weekend.

If you are yet to book a camp sight then it would be a good idea to call them ASAP, as it would seem they are running out of spots. I will ring them and try and arrange some more as I expect we still have a few more confirmations yet to come in for the weekend.

[Orangi]

Terry, I won't arrive till Saturday morning, What time do I meet at the camp site? 9 am? As I will be coming from Sydney.

[mikel]

Hi Terry

I'm booked for the weekend and am interested as to the type of tracks we will be on, specifically whether my GME TX670 2 watt handheld radio will be suitable for convoy communications.

Cheers

Mike

[TerryO]

The planning is still underway regarding which of the many tracks up around there will be used and that could change depending on the weather.

Re a hand held all should be good, there will be a actual tail end Charlie in each group bringing up the rear and convoy procedure will be used so whether your near the front or rear you will be able to hear most everything and in general most groups are most of the time in line of sight.

[jspyle]

Terry I'll be there Saturday and Sunday. Group 2 please. Unfortunately for the duration of the shirt order I had no reception/service. Guess you have to take the good with the bad.

[LiamO]

Hi Terry,


Saturday night camping for me and my Son (Conor) which is all booked and Group 1 please. What time is kick-off? 9:30?


Cheers

[TerryO]

Thanks for that Liam, yes kick off will be between 9:00 am and 9:30 am depending on how long the group photo takes.

[Duck's Guts]

Hi Terry,

I've stuffed up and have double booked myself with a family weekend gathering that I can't get out of or reorganise for another date.

Please accept my apologies but I will have to miss the weekend at Lithgow.

(I am so p!ssed off with myself, I hadn't clicked to the date conflict until yesterday)

Hopefully the weather is kind on the 25/26, the tracks challenging and enjoyable, and the company around the campfire is cracking! Enjoy it ya lucky buggers! I'm jealous as **** & look forward to the reports & photos that follow.

Cheers,
Marc...

[captcam68]

Hi Terry
I will not be able to make the weekend now as work has brought fwd my swing by a week ( FIFO) please donate my shirt to whoever it fits best. Disappointed as it will be an awesome weekend rain hail or shine especially with this many discos so far.
Cheers Cam

[kaz11]

Sorry to hear some of you can't make it, though if the weather stays like this, you may be glad you're somewhere warmer.

Do we have a snow contingency plan?:D

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[Bytemrk]

Do we have a snow contingency plan?:D


Kaz...some of us have cars that get hard to find if it snows :eek: :eek::eek:

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2016/12/245.jpg

Andy...just as well you are leaving snowwhite at home mate....:D

[SBD4]

Well, I am another one to has to pull out. It's the reason I haven't been piping up thus far. I have been trying to negotiate with the better half for myself and Max to do this (was OK when I initially said I was coming) but it seems that for my birthday, I must do what others want to do. Apparently it's not about me.

I am missing the event already! I was really looking forward to catching up with you lot. What a bugger is all I can say - sorry.

[Bytemrk]

Sad to hear that Sean, I'm looking forward to putting some faces to the names in here..... maybe next time!

And by the way... on your birthday.. you are going to have a good time whether you like it or NOT! :p

[TerryO]

Just updated the list and at present even with the withdrawels tajken out there are still so far 30 confirmed and 2 possibles.

so we are still looking like we will have a very healthy sized group for the couple of days of camping and 4wding.

[~Rich~]

Ok who is looking forward to the get together?

Saturday looks to be warm with a max of 29 and a min of 10 degrees.
Seems to be a small chance of a shower on Friday and Sat - next to nothing.

No chance of SNOW!!!!

See you guys up there Friday evening. ;)

[Bytemrk]

:arms:

Should get there late Saturday afternoon, 4 or 5 I guess.

Definitely looking forward to it.

[Redback]

Ok who is looking forward to the get together?

Saturday looks to be warm with a max of 29 and a min of 10 degrees.
Seems to be a small chance of a shower on Friday and Sat - next to nothing.

No chance of SNOW!!!!

See you guys up there Friday evening. ;)

If it rains Friday, group 2 will need to find an alternative or we just suck it and see.

This is the steepest track we did, but only just, it is red clay as you can see, now it wasn't that slippery on the day for us being the first car, but Rob and Ness with muds on struggled, rob got a bit sideways and we had to winch Ness up.

You'll notice the ruts, you need to sit in them.
FILE0017 on Vimeo

The track before this is steep and if wet may be a worse problem, as it is a big single rut in a half moon shape, slide down either side and you're gunna be in trouble.

I'll load the video tonight.



If it is the way it was on the day Rob Ness and I did it, it should be OK.

The last track of the day is Heartbreak(time permitting) some may have done this track and know what it's like, those from Vic don't get to see this type of track very often.

http://vimeo.com/23429859

http://vimeo.com/23424129



Baz.

[Bluepippa]

Looks like fun.. I might drop back to group 1 however as I only have old road tyres and may not manage some of those slopes... But then again..........

Fingers crossed for the weather.. :-)

Daryl

[zilch]

don't mind a challenge, just not into damage.. so hopefully group 2 will not be going totally OTT

[Redback]

don't mind a challenge, just not into damage.. so hopefully group 2 will not be going totally OTT

I can assure you we will not be going OTT, last thing anyone wants is damage, especially me.

OK here it is, now bear in mind, we had ATs when we did this, so if the weather holds out, even ATs will be fine.

Us going down
FILE0015 on Vimeo

Rob going up
FILE0019 on Vimeo

I don't want to put people off, these tracks are not over the top and can be done easily enough in a standard 4WD, they are in some places technical and do require good wheel placement, that will be covered by some of the members with experience on the trip.

I have put these up to give you an idea of what the tracks look like.

Also there are places we go by that some of the more adventurous can have a go at, one track in particular that I went down, Rob and Ness didn't on our recommendation, that we crossed off the list, would be a challenge to get up.

Baz.

[zilch]

I can assure you we will not be going OTT, last thing anyone wants is damage, especially me.

OK here it is, now bear in mind, we had ATs when we did this, so if the weather holds out, even ATs will be fine.

Baz.

cheers Baz, got AT's so hopefully up for the task

[zilch]

looks like all the Sports are up for group 2, all 2 of us, but as Jamie and Karen say, double the attendance of last year :cool:

[eddomak]

I can assure you we will not be going OTT, last thing anyone wants is damage, especially me.

OK here it is, now bear in mind, we had ATs when we did this, so if the weather holds out, even ATs will be fine.

Us going down

Baz.

Hi Baz,

I'm not that experienced at 4WDing, so was just wondering about technique on that downhill. Do you rely on HDC even when going down the really steep bits (I could hear it kicking in here and there), or do you tend to try and control it manually using your foot on the brake?

I remember doing the Advanced training with the Range Rover Club, and on the really slippery downhill sections it was to trust the HDC that it could basically do a better job than I could - whenever I touched the brakes it would skew and it would be better to let go and just adjust steering as necessary.

Cheers!

[kaz11]

Not long now :D
Here's hoping we don't go home like last year :(

[Bytemrk]

Not long now :D
Here's hoping we don't go home like last year :(

:eek::eek::eek: You and me both Kaz :angel:

[Redback]

Hi Baz,

I'm not that experienced at 4WDing, so was just wondering about technique on that downhill. Do you rely on HDC even when going down the really steep bits (I could hear it kicking in here and there), or do you tend to try and control it manually using your foot on the brake?

I remember doing the Advanced training with the Range Rover Club, and on the really slippery downhill sections it was to trust the HDC that it could basically do a better job than I could - whenever I touched the brakes it would skew and it would be better to let go and just adjust steering as necessary.

Cheers!

I was just letting it go down on engine braking, it's wasn't all that steep or slippery enough to use HDC, I have used HDC in extremely slippery situations though, it is really good to use if reversing down a slippery hill, I tested it out one trip away at Wee Jasper, I'll see if I can dig up the video and PM it to you.

Baz.

[Tawmii]

Hey all

I'm still not sure of the timing. So I heard 9am on Saturday and Sunday?

So nothing on Saturday afternoon for those of us not arriving til Saturday?

Also, how long does each drive go for roughly and how far from the campground?

I've just realised my daughter needs a lift somewhere on Sunday afternoon and that it is 2 and half hours home....and we need to hook up the van...

Thanks

Tawmii
Kate, Tony and Luka (9) coming

[jonesy63]

I'm still not sure of the timing. So I heard 9am on Saturday and Sunday? Yes - although Sunday may be a bit late - by the time we get our "group glamour photo shoot" completed! :D


So nothing on Saturday afternoon for those of us not arriving til Saturday? Yes - group 1 will take a break for lunch and if you time it right, you could catch up. Depending on numbers and weather - we might have to split up into two group 1s. Maybe best to PM me your mobile and I'll confirm where lunch breaks will be and roughly what time.


Also, how long does each drive go for roughly and how far from the campground? Just estimate about 30-45 minutes to drive back to camp. You'll just have to leave breadcrumbs to find your way back out! :D

Cheers,
Rob

[Tawmii]

Yes - although Sunday may be a bit late - by the time we get our "group glamour photo shoot" completed! :D

Yes - group 1 will take a break for lunch and if you time it right, you could catch up. Depending on numbers and weather - we might have to split up into two group 1s. Maybe best to PM me your mobile and I'll confirm where lunch breaks will be and roughly what time.

Just estimate about 30-45 minutes to drive back to camp. You'll just have to leave breadcrumbs to find your way back out! :D

Cheers,
Rob

That helps a bit but how long does a run go for? Will we be able to leave by 12 on Sunday? Hmmm, that means we would have to be back by 11.30 to hitch up.
Yikes, can my 14 year old catch a train and then taxi to Sydney Uni on Sunday arvo????

[jonesy63]

You can leave whenever you need to - there will be some great tracks covered in the first part of the day. I'll be able to give you a short-cut to get out quicker than following the whole track we are on. ;)

[Learner]

I'm sorry, but my family has beaten me. I'm unable to attend this w/e.

Regrets,
Peter

[Bytemrk]

:spudnikboogie: 3 Sleeps!! :spudnikboogie:

:p

[Redback]

We probably need to confirm what UHF Channel we are using for each group, I'll pick UHF 18 I'm assuming not everyone has an 80 channel unit yet, we do, so if those in group 2 have an 80 channel unit I would prefer UHF Channel 45, but if not all of have one UHF18 is fine.

GROUP 2 UHF18

[~Rich~]

We probably need to confirm what UHF Channel we are using for each group, I'll pick UHF 18 I'm assuming not everyone has an 80 channel unit yet, we do, so if those in group 2 have an 80 channel unit I would prefer UHF Channel 45, but if not all of have one UHF18 is fine.

GROUP 2 UHF18

80 channel here Baz.

UHF 18 unless otherwise advised.

[Tawmii]

I'm so sorry, we were really keen to come this weekend but we just can't manage it now. My Dad had been in hospital for 19 days and on Tuesday we moved him into a lovely nursing home and everything was looking good. But last night he had many problems (most importantly escaping to the street and going missing) and they have had to move him to the dementia wing, permanently. It is just devastating as it is not a nice place to be, with the other 12 residents having more advanced dementia. I am very upset, and he is no longer particularly happy, as it is nowhere near as nice as his original room with a verandah and a whole floor of lounges and communal areas to wander and explore. I feel I need to be here on the weekend to give him company and help him settle at night, like I did last night.

Sorry to unload, but I wanted to be clear that we are not just woosing out. We were both so looking forward to getting back into 4WDing and meeting some other Discovery owners.

Do you ever do day trips from Sydney? I know this weekend must have taken a lot of organising!

Tawmii
(Kate and Tony)

[~Rich~]

Sorry to hear Kate & Tony, family comes first though.
Next time.

Terry has been good enough to have some stickers made up:



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Two stickers per vehicle.



Look great, thanks Terry. ;)

[TerryO]

Sorry to hear you can't make it Tawmii, hope things settle down soon with your dad.

On the bright side Simoncs has now confirmed he is coming on Sunday. I have updated the attendee list as required.

[jon3950]

Disappointed not be able to make it this year. Hope its a success (sure it will be) and you all enjoy it as much as I did last year.

Having said that, there is now a chance I may be able to come up on Sunday (depending on hangover :().

Is there a rough plan for Sunday yet?

Cheers,
Jon

[zilch]

hope to get there between 4 and 5 today.. only got a 40 channel hand held

[Orangi]

Terry I can only get there tomorrow morning. Would you please confirm the time I need to be at the camp site, 9 am? Cheers

[captcam68]

Hi Terry
After cancelling last week due to work my ship has been delayed till Monday so flying up this arvo and leaving at sparrows to get out there Saturday morning at the camp ground . Can you give me an approx kick off time so I can plan my departure from Sydney that would be grouse
Cheers Cam

[DiscoWeb]

We probably need to confirm what UHF Channel we are using for each group, I'll pick UHF 18 I'm assuming not everyone has an 80 channel unit yet, we do, so if those in group 2 have an 80 channel unit I would prefer UHF Channel 45, but if not all of have one UHF18 is fine.

GROUP 2 UHF18

Baz,

For the group I am leading (lose term) it will be Ch 19 but I assume we can sort the exact details on the day.

I plan to get to Lake Lyell around 8.15am on Saturday morning due to commitments on tonight (Friday), really looking forward to the weekend.

I believe I am leading an easy/intermediate group on Saturday and we will be heading toward the Jenolan SF.

Not sure of exact timing but I would like to have my group moving from Lake Lyell no later than 9.15am.

As such I suggest people target arriving no less than 30min before hand just to say hi, get organised, find a camp site etc. because getting a big group moving does take time.

See you tomorrow and I look forward to catching up with those I met last year and putting names to faces for those I have not.

Regards,

George

[TerryO]

Hi guys, if any of you are planning on turning up either morning then the best time to get there is by 8:30 am.

The plan is a 9:00 am start on Saturday leaving from the camp site and the group photo on Sunday morning at 9:00 am as well which will take place in the camp grounds.

The reason for being there at 8:30 am either day is so everyone can organise for sure which group they are going in and who is leading each group and what radio channel they will be using. Then each day the separate groups will head off in the various directions in convoy.

If anyone has any other questions and its after about 5:00 pm today then please just ask by calling me on 0419 448452. Unfortunately most of the time when we are driving we will be out of phone range, we should be back in phone range at approx 7:30 pm.

Cheers,
Terry

[IndusD4]

With the car packed and waiting for my son to come out of school I regret to say I have to pull out as well.

We took one of our Golden Retrievers to SASH on Tuesday night with a suspected paralysis tick as she was weak in the hind legs. Nothing found and she was getting better so took her home. She's definitely still under the weather from something as she has a light limp. But I just found blood in her stools so I'm off to the vet with her now.

Sorry.

Ron

[jonesy63]

Good luck Ron - that sounds expensive! See you at the next one.

[mikel]

Terry

Unfortunately we are unable to make this weekend due to last minute family issues.

I have cancelled our powered site booking for tonight and Saturday with Peter and advised him to rebook it if he can, so if anybody is after a powered site (no 6) then feel free to ring him on 02 63556347 asap.

Terry, I will try ringing you direct also.

Hope the weekend is enjoyed by all and will look forward to checking out the next one.

Regards
Mike L

[simoncs]

on my way[emoji1]

[Bluepippa]

Just got home and unpacked from a brilliant weekend of 4wding and putting faces to names... :o
Thanks to everyone for making it a huge success alot of effort went in by the organisers and it is appreciated.. Is it to early to sign up for next years ??
As soon as I've had chance to edit the GoPro footage for group 1 both days I will post it..

My D4 now sports some quality bush stripes, due to the last couple of tracks of the day, so I now have something to remember this weekend, each time I look at the car 😘

Thanks again and I hope everyone gets home safe...
Daryl, Sarah and Steven.

[captcam68]

Ditto that! Posted in the general forum but just like to say another big thank you to everyone who organised it. Heaps of fun and challenging driving and those that couldn't make it you missed out on a fantastic couple of days with great company!

[Parkes]

Also lots of thanks from myself for a great weekend away. Was the first time I've done an organized weekend and I had a ball. Met some great people and just had a ball. Looking forward to the next one!! Daryl I'm with you on the bush stripes, tried hard to avoid but in the end we have the badge that says our cars are not just used for the soccer run!!

Cheers,

Andrew

[~Rich~]

Thanks guys for a great W/E.
Great to catch up with familar faces but also meet some new ones too.

We should be posting in the event forum details of the success of the weekend but here is a teaser of an EPIC Hill that Group 2 en-counted today.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2014/10/237.jpg (http://s193.photobucket.com/user/VSK5/media/D3/EDB8012C-439F-4266-8F07-F121BB877428_zpspx1nwsuu.jpg.html)

It went on & on!

Thread is here: http://www.aulro.com/afvb/nsw-act-reports/208669-2014-d3-d4-rrs-lithgow-weekend.html

[AnD3rew]

Fantastic weekend, lots of fun, good company and lots of challenging tracks thanks to those who organized and led and helped us all safely through.

When can we go again?

[Bluepippa]

Group 1 also had their challenges :eek:

[Orangi]

Thanks again to the organisers Terry Gloria, Barry, Sifu George, Ron,4WD MissAdventure guys and their partners.8602786028

Terry sorry didn't get a chance to show you Tapatalk.

[eddomak]

Yes, echoing the thanks to the organisers and to everyone who helped out. A special call out to Ron, George, & Terry for their particular patience extra help in guiding the members of Group 1 through the more challenging parts as we learnt more about 4WDing.

Here are some videos I have uploaded. None are particularly exciting, but you can get your claim to 5 seconds of fame.

AULRO 2014 Group Shot Walkthrough

http://youtu.be/SZCRmKX080E

AULRO Day 1 Group 1 in Forest

AULRO Day 1 Group 1 Terry

Cheers,
Edwin

[simoncs]

thanks guys for a great day. and thanks to the organisers and group leaders for all their expert advice. I am not sure I would have been able to get up that hill without it

[TerryO]

Thanks everyone for being a part of another D3/D4/RRS weekend, it was really good meeting up with you all and having a fun weekend of camping and 4-wheel driving. There is a trip report thread start up now in the Trip Reports section so if everyone could contribute their pics and video's in that thread rather than here please.

Again thank you everyone for coming along and making the weekend so much fun.

[~Rich~]

Done Terry!
Please place photo's, videos and comments here:
http://www.aulro.com/afvb/nsw-act-reports/208669-2014-d3-d4-rrs-lithgow-weekend.html

[Redback]

I'll lock the thread so people can post their pics, videos and thanks in the trip report.

Baz.