defibrillator booked by Katie Cox
Colson Track followed by Oombulgari
For more information about booking the sat phone / defibrillator for a trip, please contact Joc Mannes at trips@awdc.com.au or 0420560104.
Satellite phone and defibrillator booked by XXX.
An $80 charge is payable to the club on confirmation of the sat phone booking. This covers the cost of the call credit voucher that comes with the phone. If you do not activate the voucher, you will be refunded the $80 when you return the phone.
An elusive Simpson track to add to the list. Permits are being issued this year for the Colson Track. Trip leaders have theirs already! Rough itinerary – Moree – Charlotte Plains – Noccundra – Innamincka – Birdsville – Simpson Desert (via Knolls Track, QAA, Colson Track and Madigan camps 5-1) – Old Andado – Mount Dare. The Colson Track has been closed to the public since 2008. The Traditional Owners of the country that is traversed by the Madigan Line, Colson Track and Hay River Track have agreed to re-open the Colson to visitors for this season and we have managed to acquire a permit for 20-23 April 2024. We plan to spend 4 nights in the Simpson before ending up at Mount Dare. From there, the Cox’s and Joc will continue north to meet with the Oombulgurri contingent. The Simpson group can travel home independently or make further group plans for the return journey.
An elusive Simpson track to add to the list. Permits are being issued this year for the Colson Track. Trip leaders have theirs already!
Rough itinerary – Moree – Charlotte Plains – Noccundra – Innamincka – Birdsville – Simpson Desert (via Knolls Track, QAA, Colson Track and Madigan camps 5-1) – Old Andado – Mount Dare.
The Colson Track has been closed to the public since 2008. The Traditional Owners of the country that is traversed by the Madigan Line, Colson Track and Hay River Track have agreed to re-open the Colson to visitors for this season and we have managed to acquire a permit for 20-23 April 2024.
We plan to spend 4 nights in the Simpson before ending up at Mount Dare. From there, the Cox’s and Joc will continue north to meet with the Oombulgurri contingent. The Simpson group can travel home independently or make further group plans for the return journey.
Basic Recovery gearUHF radio Front & rear tow points All Terrain Tyres in good condition as a MINIMUM
Fuel - 800km+
Food - 14 days+
Water - 5 days+ refill at Birdsville & Mt Dare
NO PETS NO TRAILERS
Sand Driving Stockton Beach. camp on beach. Permit required.
You will need a tyre pressure gauge and compressor for airing down (too low for tarmac) and airing up.
Basic Recovery gearUHF radio Front & rear tow points All Terrain Tyres in good condition as a MINIMUM Pets OK
Monthly Management Committee Meeting usually held at Club Belrose
Club Members may attend but must seek permission via the Club Secretary.
Basic Recovery gearUHF radio Front & rear tow points. Good Suspension. All Terrain Tyres in good condition as a MINIMUM
Fuel 900 km desert. Food 10+ days. Water 10+ days
Any questions discuss with Stuart Millburn.
No pets
3 Days Barrington Tops NP
Friday 3rd May ……. Meet at Moonan Flat pub 2pm. Then head to Polblue Campground (about 40 mins), allowing plenty of time to claim a good spot for the group to setup and have early evening drinks & dinner.
Saturday 4th May ……. Full day exploring many of the interesting sites in the NP. Returning to the Polblue campground that night. ie trailer free day.
Sunday 5th May ……. Explore some other parts of the NP before exiting on the eastern side to head home to Sydney via Gloucester. Late afternoon arrival back home in Sydney.
Basic Recovery gearUHF radio Front & rear tow points All Terrain Tyres in good condition as a MINIMUM No pets
This is very much an expression of interest at the moment (please use waitlist to register interest). We have been emailing the traditional custodian with a view to coordinating a trip in 2024. Participants would need at least a couple of weeks either side of these rough dates to get to and from Sydney.
"15 Days in the most pristine, untouched Kimberley wilderness with the toughest 4wd touring around. This is Australia’s best 4wd touring adventure. Help put in the track after the wet season, swim in amazing gorges, camp with no one around for hundreds of kilometers and catch more barramundi than you know what to do with!"
To see what it's all about, have a look at the 4wd 24/7 YouTube channel:
Part 1: https://youtu.be/bgk66lQTisY
Part 2: https://youtu.be/gvRoFTcMKMY
Part 3: https://youtu.be/3etMOIo9eW8
Part 4 (bonus content): https://youtu.be/RUmbIXIVmTU
For this trip, the trip leader will pick a cohesive group of participants whose vehicles comply with all the requirements.
Cost $5000 - a deposit will be payable in 2022.
For more information, see the Explore WA info sheet.
https://explore-wa.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Oombi-2022-Info-Sheet.pdf
There are LOTS of requirements! See info sheet.
Home Valley Station mid May 2024. Exact dates TBC
A club Satphone and defibrillator are available for use on trips. Please check with the president@awdc.com.au for booking information.
Monthly Meeting at Club Belrose.
Guest speaker: TBA
Sand Recovery gear. Compliant Sand Flag.
Sand Driving experience (eg Stockton Beach)
UHF radio vehicle Mounted Front & rear tow points. 40mm+ suspension lift.
All Terrain Tyres in good condition as a MINIMUM Food & Water for 12+ days.
Fuel for 950 km sand driving. No pets
SA Deserts Parks Pass ($191). Colson Track Permit (free)
At the discretion of the trip leader, exploratory trip to discover available C grade tracks, post all recent works. eg: Hands/Black Fellas track will be open.
Or
Explore Newnes township.
More Details to follow…….. Outline
Meet in Birdsville 15th. Depart 16th June to cross the Simpson desert from East to West starting and ending in Birdsville. Spend 5 nights crossing desert to Dalhousie Springs then onto Oodnadatta. The Painted Desert. Then down to William Creek (possibly via Coober Pedy), Coward Springs, (Lake Eyre) onto Maree then back up the Birdsville track arriving back in Birdsville Approx 27th June. The Big Red Bash is 2nd to 4th July (Woodsies are attending) and will book early entry from 29th June.
Extended Fuel Range of some form! No pets
The club is manning the Sausage Sizzle at Bunnings Belrose!
We will be sending the proceeds to our club charity.
The event will also be attempting to find new members.
We will need to cover 3 shifts of at least 5 helpers please come along.
There are three shifts that need to be covered. Please indicate your preference when registering.
Shift 1 7:30-10.30
Shift 2 10:30-1.30
Shift 3 1.30-4.00
Trip Leader may ask you to cover an alternative shift if there is over subscription.
Open for those who need initial driver awareness or those who would like a refresher.
The theory night will be held at the driver trainer's house. This starts at 7.30 pm sharp, and finishes around 10.30 pm.
Please book your driver awareness place by selecting the practical weekend in the calendar and using the link provided there. Any difficulties contact
Email: drivertraining@awdc.com.au
Phone: 0416 769 634 Steve Cox
*Please note there is a minimum of 6 vehicles required to run the training session*
What:
AWDC driver awarenessn weekend for new members.
The theory session must be completed before attending the practical session. You will be automatically enrolled into the theory session on a Tuesday prior.
This practical weekend session involves bush camping on the Saturday night. The theory session will cover equipment requirements.
Existing members wishing to participate should contact Steve Cox directly.
email: drivertraining@awdc.com.au
*Please note there is a minimum of 6 vehicles required to run the training session and a maximum of 8 (not incl trainers).*
If this session is full please consult the calendar to find the next available practical weekend.
This will have been discussed at the theory session.
Basic Recovery gearUHF radio Front & rear tow points No pets
Lidsdale State Forest, Rydal, Turon the Diggings, Pinnacle Fire trail, Capertee
No Pets
20 including trip leaders.
90 minute archery session Sydney Olympic Archery Centre.
Picnic area next door…….. great for group lunch or walks and bike rides after session.
Fee of $33.- must be paid at time of registration. Only refundable if waitlisters are available to take your spot.
Registration is per individual shooting. If there are more shooters please enter their names as “guests”.
Archery runs regardless of weather (unless very extreme).
minimum age 7 conditions apply. If intending to bring children it is essential to contact a trip leaders and/or trips coordinator asap..
Camera, water, food and nibbles for waiting time. Bows and arrows supplied by venue.
Closed in shoes and long sleeves (shirt or jumper). Long hair will need to be tied back. No smoking or alcohol at venue.
At the venue no later than 11.45 for a prompt 12.00 start!
Sand Driving Experience.
Fuel…… 650km desert. Approx 180/200 litres
AWDC driver awareness weekend for new members.
Basic Recovery gearUHF radio Front & rear tow points All Terrain Tyres in good condition as a MINIMUM Pets OK at Showground. Not on day trips.
From Port Kimba travel via Mt Ive Station, Gawler Ranges, Bairds Bay (sea lion swimming), Ceduna, Head of Bight, Penang, Lake McDonnell, Fowlers Bay to Maralinga Bomb Site. After return to Eyre Highway and view Bunda cliffs.
Successful applicants will need to pay a non-refundable deposit of approx $100pp. Payable by 1st March. The Maralinga tour cost is approx $430 per person balance due.
There will also be some camp fees and sea lion encounter charges (optional).
Maralinga ……… the tour includes 2 days 3 nights camp. This part of the trip is strictly No Alcohol.
The trip will involve long stretches of desert driving. Vehicles need to be fully self sufficient as water and fuel may be hard to get.
Overnight bush campsite no facilities.
The trip leaders will hold pre-trip meetings to help with planning.
Download Len Beadell's Shepparton Talk (MP3) about Maralinga if interested.
Basic Recovery gearUHF radio Front & rear tow points All Terrain Tyres in good condition as a MINIMUM Pets OK. Stockton Beach Permit
AGM
Annual Raffle!
Open for those who need initial driver induction or those who would like a refresher.
Please book your driver induction place by selecting the practical weekend in the calendar and using the link provided there. Any difficulties contact
AWDC driver induction weekend for new members.
Basic Recovery gearUHF radio Front & rear tow points All Terrain Tyres in good condition as a MINIMUM Rear Locker
IMPORTANT …….. You will need to register using the website, there is quite a bit to enter. (The app is not compatible). IMPORTANT ……… You will need to pay in full at the end of registration. Please also note partner’s details need to entered as “guest” regardless of membership type.
Join us for the best most unique most fun fabulous party weekend in forty years!
Riverwood Downs (2.5 hours north of Sydney) will be the venue for our 40th anniversary celebrations. It’s a long weekend with informal get togethers on Friday as we all arrive.
On Saturday and Sunday morning you'll have the opportunity to enjoy some 4WD or Social trips or just chill.
Saturday night party is a catered dinner with music to dance the night away.
There is plenty of camping and accommodation. If you wish to avail yourself of the accommodation (at your own cost) contact Riverwood Downs directly by telephone on 02 4994 7112 or reservations@riverwooddowns.com.au (their website link is not active for the weekend). Prices are in the March edition of Beyond the Bitumen.
Registration is for the dinner and unpowered camping (Friday & Saturday). Costs are $75 pp for members, $100 for partners of single members, children 2-15 $25 pp. Refundable up to 14 days before event.
Party shirts need to be ordered at time of registration. (Non-refundable). Please select size carefully. James has samples to try on for size. You can pick one of each size you require. Or one and a duplicate. Other combinations contact the shop.
One style is available as shown.
Sizes available: Unisex…….. 3XS to 10/11XL
AWDC
NAMIBIA/BOTSWANA 2025 with SELF DRIVE ADVENTURES
This is a call for Expressions of Interest in a club trip to NAMIBIA and BOTSWANA in May/June 2025 - ie in about 18 months time.
At this stage there is no obligation and no deposit required. If there is sufficient interest, deposits would be required around Easter 2024 to lock in your spot.
As some of you may be aware, there were several club trips in 2014 & 2015 run by Self Drive Adventures (SDA). We also attempted to run another trip in 2021. Sadly this did not happen because of COVID.
The trip will be run by SDA. There have been past discussions about making this a wholly club organised trip as opposed to using SDA, with a view to making it less expensive, but on balance the feeling was that it’s a complex logistical exercise, and requires quite a bit of local knowledge to make it a seamless and fun experience for all participants. The value-add that SDA provides is worthwhile for peace of mind and ensures that all club participants can enjoy the trip without the considerable additional responsibility and admin of being a trip leader on a long trip through different countries in Africa.
At this stage the dates are approximate, mid-May to mid-June 2025, total duration 28 days, starting and finishing in Windhoek, Namibia, which is a short flight from Johannesburg, South Africa. This is a slightly shorter trip than those run in 2014/2015 as we have trimmed a couple of waypoints off the itinerary while maintaining the big attractions of the Okavango Delta, Moremi, Chobe and Etosha National Parks and some interesting 4Wd-ing through truly spectacular scenery with abundant wildlife.
We need a minimum of five vehicles (excluding guide/support vehicle) and a maximum of seven.
The cars can accommodate two, three or four participants with respective price savings. The minimum age of participants is 14 years of age. Solo travellers have three options: they can pay a premium for sole occupancy of the vehicle, or they can make arrangements with other solo club members to share a vehicle (separate tents are available), or finally there may be one spot available in the guide/support vehicle, which does not include driving.
Financials: Indicative 2024 pricing is in the attached SDA trip itinerary, however final pricing for 2025 will not be available until approx. April 2024. Note carefully the inclusions, exclusions and optional upgrades.
I have attached a link to the trip itinerary prepared for AWDC for SDA, which provides more detail.
Any questions, please see me at the November meeting or get in touch.
Rob Cammell
please use the link below to view the proposed itinerary.
https://73f08a1f-ccf4-4c3a-b1ae-b4d7dcf8f50f.usrfiles.com/ugd/73f08a_bbed1099ae364a8298b879eeb262c06a.pdf
Waitlisted but please still register your interest
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