January 2017 Newsletter - Havasu 4 Wheelers · 2017-01-03 · P Volume 25, Number 1 January 2017 resident’s Message The new year is upon us, and once again promises to be a busy

January 2017 Volume 25, Number 1

P resident’s Message The new year is upon us, and once again promises to be a busy year for Jeeping and other activities. Just to name of few: opening of the north-south gates on Planet Ranch Rd.; annual desert clean-up; first aid, winching, GPS and 101 classes; yard sale

for charity; Awards Banquet; hot dog run; trips to Tombstone and Moab. Makes me tired just thinking about all the fun we are going to have. At the last meeting we discussed a change to the roster so that the member’s picture will now appear next to their name. With a lot of work on the part of the webmaster, this should be an easier way to identify the members. Another item we discussed was putting more photos on the public side of the web which can only be accomplished with the help of the membership. Just look above the Activities Schedule and you will see “Any member with photos of past event, please send to :Photos”. Just click on photo and the pictures will be sent to the appropriate people. Remember to make those New Year’s resolutions and maybe one of them could be to become more involved in the Club either by participating on runs or volunteering for one of the many committee positions. See you on the Trails, Willie Save the Date! January 21, 2017 This is the tentative date for the celebration by AZ G&F for the re-opening of Planet Ranch to the public. The area's OHV community will be invited to attend. Your Havasu 4 Wheelers were an engaged participant in this effort. Let’s have a good showing. More info coming! Bruce Speirs

PASSWORD & USER NAME Have you ever wondered why we change the club password and username? All the member information is contained on the roster and to protest their privacy it is only given out to club members. The next time someone asks you for the information be sure they are a club member and if in doubt refer them to Membership or the President. Willie

AWARDS BANQUET Be sure to mark your calendar for March 3rd the date of the annual awards banquet. A great party to mingle with fellow members and acknowledge those who worked so hard to make 2016 a successful year. Additional info next month.

Trail Talk - 2 - January 2017

January 2017 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 2

3 4 5 6 7

8 P.J. McGuire

9 10 Zona Cranmer

Jim Sims

11 12 13 14 Carol Allen

15 16 17 Kathy Perry

William Trinkl

18 19 Robert Brownell

20 Lynn Leher

Gary Wiskus

21 Julie Lutz

22 Todd Flesner

Vikki Harrison

23 Mindy Pohlman Nancy Schweizer

24 25 Carol Wiskus

26 Diane Corder

27 Loren Bruns

28

29 30 Tammy Blake

31 If your Birthday or Anniversary is not listed or listed on the wrong date, please let us

know so we can correct our records. Thanks, Tim & Pat Maskell

Happy Birthday

January 8th—Hal & Noreen Shaffer January 10th—Norman & Patti Schroeder January 15th—Gus & Marylou Rodriguez

January 16th—Kent & Kate Higgins January 18th—Kevin & Cheryl Duke

January 20th—Dennis & Therene Lein January 23rd—George & Carol Allen

January 27th—Duane & Linda Gauthun January 29th—Rick & Trice Holloway


50 PlusYears

George & Carol Allen 51 Years

Todd & Patty Caperon


Vice Commander of the Marine Corps League, Rich Caruso, took charge of the toys that H4W members donated. Thank You to all who donated, the kids Thank You also.


The Color of Your Jeep

What color is your jeep? Did you select the color or did it just happen to come that way? According to Stephen E. Stephens, A.C.S. psychotherapist, the color may well say something about you. The type who buy a is a flamboyant and impulsive, a real seeker of life. These folks don’t waste a second. They’re genuine people lovers. A person who buy a BLUE 4x4 is tranquil, reflective and thoughtful. They’re loyal, conscientious and would rather pause and think before rushing into anything. The owners of are spontaneous, creative, and friendly. They’re usually cheerful, but every once in a while can be just eccentric. The type who purchases a GREEN 4x4 is a warm, giving person with a soft spot for nature and a love for their fellow man. They’re fairly easy going too. People who choose a are clean and neat. They’re guardians of the people and things they have. More spiritual than materialistic. They can also be indecisive. Owners of BROWN 4x4’s are responsible family people who like to roll up their sleeves and pitch in. Disliking wasted effort, they choose a color that won’t show the dirt. People who buy a BLACK 4x4 are business minded and conservative with little time for fun. But then again they can be the exact opposite. A person who buys an ORANGE 4x4 is outgoing and exhibitionist. Thinks he or she is fun to be with and definitely their own person. Anyone who chooses a SILVER 4x4 is basically conservative with an urge and a drive to attain security and the best things in life. Those who select GOLD 4x4’s are flashy, love small animals, seek the sunshine and are real do gooders. Reprint from Feb 1999 Newsletter.

Have you looked at your State Land Permit recently? What month does it expire? Since Havasu is surrounded by State Land it is important that you have an up-to-date permit. Now you can go to “Recreational Permit – Arizona State Land Department” online to complete and pay for the permit, and then print it. No more printing off a form and sending it in and then wait for the permit to arrive in the mail. Start the New Year out right by having a current permit. To submit on line go to “land.az.gov”, click on “APPLICATIONS AND PERMITS”, then “ Online Recreational Permit Portal here”. Read the instructions, pay, and submit, your new form will be emailed to you and you’re good for a year. If you would rather copy a form and send it in, there is a copy on page 12.


Upcoming Club Runs (1-5 rating)

Pilgrim Trail, 4.0……………………...……..January 1st, 8:30am Ladel Olson Christmas Tree Pass, 2.0….......…………...January 4th, 9:00am Willie Williams Rock On, 3.75………………………………...January 5th, 9:00am Tom Bunnell Lip Stick & Lockers, 2.0 to 3.0…...………..January 7th, 9:00am Willie Williams Castle Mountains, 2.5……………………..January 11th, 8:30am Andy Lucas Planet Ranch Grand Opening, 2.0………………....January 21st Bruce Speirs Check the Havasu 4 Wheelers Website for updates and meet

places on runs. www.havasu4wheelers.org

Please Note: Please be at the departure location

20 minutes before the departure time. Call Trail Boss if you are unable to attend.

Save the Date! January 21, 2017

This is the tentative date for the celebration by AZ G&F for the re-opening of Planet Ranch to the public. The area's OHV community will be invited to attend. Your Havasu 4 Wheelers were an engaged participant in this effort. Let’s have a good showing. More info coming! Bruce

Other Club Happen’ns Morning Coffee..………………....……Mon—Fri, 7:30-9:00am Schlotzsky’s , Gene Hobday Havasu Balloon Festival………….….January 13th, 14th, 15th Volunteers still needed, Cheryl MacLean Ladies Luncheon..………………….…...January 19th, 12:30am Schlotzsky’s, Diana Delk Trail Boss Meeting…...……...…………..January 23rd, 9:00am Genealogy Library, Charles Leipart H4W Board Meeting……..............……....January 23rd,1:00pm Residense of Willie Williams Cook’s Night Out…………………..……..January 24th, 5:00pm Martini Bay, Rodger Delk Men’s Breakfast...………………...……...January’26th, 8:00am Bad Miguel’s, 1841 Kiowa Blvd, (by Food City), Gary Wiskus H4W Membership Meeting …….....…....January 26th, 7:00pm Realtor’s Hall, Willie Williams First Aid Class…………………………….January 27th, 2:00pm Brian Springer Yard Sale…………………………………..…..February 3rd & 4th Volunteers Still Needed, Leland & Linda Lott Desert Clean up………………………………….…..February 7th Randy Harrison Driving 101 Class…………………………………..February 11th Steve Perry Winch Class………………………………………….February 14th Jim Bowan Awards Banquet………………………………………....March 3rd Rodger & Diana Delk

Check the Havasu 4 Wheelers Website for Updates and

Locations



CATTAIL RUN Cattail is a run where there are chances for everyone to be as challenged as they wish. On Saturday, December 3, 20 H4W members and three guests (including one prospective member) set out for a day in the desert. Many tried the Wall of Death and most that did, succeeded. Geri’s Jump proved to be no problem for any of the group. Each and every obstacle was approached and conquered by everyone. After lunch, we retraced our route, taking a side trip through the Bowling Alley. Those who felt uncomfortable with that route watched us from a vantage point above the Alley. Prior to air-up, we stopped on a plateau that overlooked the terraces. A brief history of the terraces was given and the run concluded. Thanks goes to Jim Liston and Steve Perry who shared tail gunning duties; to Snake and Willie Williams for carrying the AED; to Bill Trunk for spotting and leading us through the Bowling Alley; to Bob Carson for navigating; last, but not least, to everyone who ventured out with me.

Charles Leipart, Trail Boss


MINUTES TRAIL BOSS MEETIMG DECEMBER 12. 2016

There were 18 H4W members present at our monthly meeting held at the Genealogy Library in Shambles Village. Items discussed:

There were 23 runs completed in November led by 16 trail bosses --an increase of five over October.

Trail bosses are doing an excellent job in recording and completing run sheets.

Setting up and conducting Driving 101 and winch classes. Steve Perry will conduct a 101 class on Saturday, February 11, and Jim Bowen will head up a winch class on Tuesday, February 14. Willie Williams will host a “Lipstick and Lockers” class for those ladies that might be interested in some basics of jeeping.

Bob Drew and Tom Bunnell will be holding Magellan gps classes and Dave Blake will work with those that have a Loranz gps. Dates, times and participation limits to be determined. We also discussed having classes on IOS and android tablets and their use.

Bruce Speirs informed the group that there is now a go-around on Rice Road in Havasu Heights.

A reminder that State Land Permits are now accessible over the web.

There will be an announcement at the regular H4W meeting about no-shows on runs.

A soft opening of Planet Ranch Road will be held on Saturday, December 17. The official opening of Planet Ranch Road will be in January; the date to be determined.

Bruce Speirs will head up junk car removal in the early Spring. He asked for continued information as to junk car locations that we may encounter on jeep runs.

Meeting adjourned at 10:15. Charles Leipart, Run Chair


High Line Trail 12-7-16

At the very beginning of the trail there are several steep hills to go up and everyone did such a great job I knew we would have no trouble taking the rocky part of the trail to the J & J Mine. Upon arrival it was evident that someone again had cut the fencing around the shaft area of the mine…..more work for the fencing detail. After the mine we traversed the many hills and washes enjoying the views of the lake and the variety of colors in the rocks. After a brief stop at the remains of what started out as a house we headed over to U go Falls. Of the nine jeeps on the run, 3 elected to tackle the falls and did an excellent job…..looked like they had done it many times before. A big Thank you to Frank & Pat Lopez for being tail gunners. Willie Williams, trail boss


Planet Ranch Sign Crew On December 13th your H4W assisted AZ Game & Fish with the installation of three kiosks and a multitude of trail signage. We were also joined by members of the Havasu SXS and AZ Sunriders OHV clubs. By careful coordination we were selected to handle the more ‘technical’ tasks. While disap-pointed we were not involved in all the heavy labor building the kiosks we kept our spirits up with the knowledge that we put our signs in the right places and the stickers…oh my goodness, they were ap-plied just so spiffy! We all had a great time in this worthwhile effort. I would like to thank Ladell & Judy Olson, Bruce & Kathlyne Speirs, Garnett Collins, John Strong, Mark Corder, Darryld Kautzmann, Ken Weller, AG Fiddler, and Willie Williams for a long day’s worth of driving and working. Jim Bowen - Project Leader



Call: 928/680-0201

1841 N. Kiowa Blvd. (BETWEEN FOOD CITY & STAPLES)

Mon - Thru 7:00am - 8:30pm Fri - Sat 7:00am -9:00pm Sunday 7:00am - 3:00pm

Trail Boss of the Month For December 2016

Andy Lucas

Congratulations

2144 McCulloch Blvd. Lake Havasu City

928/852-2144

Be safe out there “Four Wheeling Fun” Ask for foil wrap on some items, to re-heat on your Jeep’s Engine

Bottled Water & other drinks to go, $1.00 each Convenient drive up-pick up and off you go!

Bagged Ice available FREE for Havasu 4 Wheelers!

Hours: Mon - Sat. 7:30am-9:pm, Sun. 10:am-8:pm Call us for Special Orders: 928/854-2144

We can have it ready at sunrise!

Large Group Accommodations & Catering Sandwich & Wrap Trays, Salads too

Full Bar - Beer & Cocktails Make Schlotzsky’s your meeting place

The No Bell Award goes this month to: Darryld Kautzmann who locked his keys in his truck and had his wife bring him spare keys to Shea Rd and the aqueduct. This is true love!

December Happenins Ladies Luncheon held at Octane Wine Garage was attended by 22 ladies and Della Russell was the big winner. Cook’s Night Out held at the Refuge drew 14 members Men’s Breakfast held at Bad Miguel’s drew 39 men with Bruce Speirs winning breakfast.


Bullhead Geocache Run V Steve Riley

We had 5 Jeeps with 6 members and 1 guest travel to the Laughlin Ranch area east of Bullhead City. From there we searched for several geocaches while we traveled through the Narrows slot canyon. We also toured two other side slot canyons, one by Jeep and the other on foot. The Narrows ends at a large rocky area where the remains of an old Ford can be seen. Seven burros watched us closely as we were searching for a cache. Thanks to Warren Jones for tail gunning.

Black Inky, Saturday Nov 26 Rodger Melton

Twelve Jeeps met At Terribles/I-40 and proceeded to the air down spot at Griffith Rd exit. Tom Bunnell was tailgunning and closing most of the gates until Mike Beets and his passenger, Rudy of Rudy’s Glass, took the last in line as they were logging GPS numbers for the Search and Rescue map database. The run leader took a wrong turn just to test the alertness of the elite group and Ladell was first on the CB to correct the error. On to Walnut Creek road and past the ranch house to the petroglyphs where the group had a good look-see and jaw-wagging session. Next was the serious business of the Black Inky loop but the weather was perfect the only ‘mechanical’ was to put a shot of air into Gary Wiskas’ tire. A few branches needed pruning and one rock moved from the narrow trail. Lunch was at a switchback that left 4 rigs on the uphill but the climb was good for the appetites. Sorry boys but Ladell was getting mean hungery. After finishing the loop the group headed back down and out to the train tracks where a large puddle/small pond lay dead ahead but with a fine go-around. We all stayed out of the water until Peggy took it on, pedal to the metal. She sent water up 10 feet and probably kept her tires off the muddy bottom. Good show and a fitting end to a fine day.


Copper Basin 12/10/16 What started out to be a fun day in the trail to Copper Basin ended up to be a day of frustration for some. About half-way into the run, up jumped the devil. A broken transmission caused us to split into two groups. Snake and Willie Williams took over as trail boss and completed the run while three of us headed back to the starting point with the disabled jeep in tow. Now the rest of the story… The group continued on across the wash-board and hoop-tee-dos, finally arriving at the short, but very scenic red rock area which made all the bouncing worth while. With excellent tire placement the group made it through with only a few bangs. Every run you notice something different and this one was no exception…..near the Horse Head Rock, up on a knoll was a metal design that read “Nick at Nite” with the initials RIP. A big Thank you to Duane & Linda Gauthum for being tail gunners for both trail bosses. Charles Liepart, Snake & Willie Williams, trail bosses

November 50/50 Winner was

Trice Holloway

$140.00

“Sunshine”

If you know of anyone in the club who might need some cheering up,

please contact Trish Reister at [email protected]

She will be happy to send cards on behalf of the entire

Havasu 4 Wheelers membership.


How to use der member’s page

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Trail Talk -17 - January 2017

Cat Tail Saturday Dec. 17, 2016, a cold (41 degrees) with a 12mph wind, and a group of eager 4 Wheelers began the Cat Tail Trail. The first bump in the road (Wall of Death) proved to be a challenge for some, however perseverance and lots of giggles won out. Then on to the next bump, and the next, and the next, and now it’s Lunch. Time and the telling of the experiences - - - - and some tall stories thrown in for good measure. And on the way back, one fellow decided to add a new line to going up a waterfall by making 90 degree turn half way up, which didn’t work out so well, and the wench’s got a work out, getting the boy back on line. I think a good time was had by all. And I would like to thank all of the spotters needed on the run i.e. Bill Trunk, Mike Yahrmarkt, Tom Bunnell, and Willie Williams. And the Tail Gunners Tim & Pat Maskell, Mid Gunners Kurt Beach & Cheryl Parris. Snake Williams, (Trail Boss)


Feb 3rd & 4th, 2017 A little information for those of you who may be new to the club. Every year we ask the membership to donate items to the yard sale with all the proceeds going to charities in the community which helps to fulfill the clubs objective of “Participating in and supporting civic activities for the betterment of the community”. To make this event a success we needs lots of merchandise and lots of workers. We are still in need of volunteers help set up, price and work the event so please sign up at the January meeting or contact Linda Lott. It is a great way to meet fellow club members and have a little fun. Please check the website for dates & times. Willie P. S. Merchandise drop off is January 16th to February 1st, 2910 Cumberland Lane.

At the Lott’s


Rovey’s Needle

A short report on a short run. On Saturday, December 12, six members of the Havasu 4 Wheelers enjoyed the view from Rovey’s Needle. Thank you Walt Daniels for tailgunning.

Charles Leipart, Trail Boss

<<<<< A few pics shared of Buck Mountain and some burro buddies from Rodger Melton.

~ SHOP Lake HAVASU City ~

DIZCLAIMER

Spellum errurrrs, mizpelled namez & mi-zuse of Ingalish are the responsibilite of Spell Chuck & the board of directors who push to got thiz thing out on time. The edi-tors ‘aint gon’na be held liable. If, in readin this newsletter, you get the mes-sage, be satisfied with what ya got!

Automatic External Defibrillator

I f you want to carry one of the club’s Automatic External Defibrillators (AED’s) on a run, please contact Bob Drew and make

arrangements to check one out before your run.

Thanks, Charles Leipart

Run Chairman


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Havasu 4 Wheelers Monthly meetings are held the 4th Thursday of the month starting

at 7:00pm at: Realtors Center

2293 Swanson Avenue Lake Havasu City, Arizona

2016 / 2017 Executive Officers:

President……………………………………………………..…...….……...Willie Williams Vice President……………………….…………….…..……...……...…………...Bob Drew Secretary……….…………..…………………………………………......…..Vikki Harrison Treasurer……..…………………..........................................………….…. Lynn Leher

Voting Members:

At Large……….……………………...…..….…….Janet Drew, Membership; Charles Leipart Run Chair; Jim Lund,

Cynde Choate, and Tom Christiansen, Past President.

Committees:

Advertising……………………………………………… Don Leher & Alex Ross Audit…………………………………………………….…………...…..………..…...Mark Corder By-Laws…………………………………………….……...…………..…………….....Steve Riley Community Service……………………….…………...Margie Christiansen Desert & Highway Clean-Up…………………….......Randy Harrison Events……………………....…………………………………..…..Rodger & Diana Delk 50/50…………………………………………………………......…….……….Randy Harrison Historian……………………………………………….…….…..…….…………Wanda Scholl Merchandise………………………………………...……......Joe & Cindy Egilske Membership……………………………………………..……..……………..… Janet Drew Newsletter Editor……………………………………............Tim & Pat Maskell Public Information…………………………..……………..……………Bruce Speirs Public Land………………………………………………..………………………...Jim Bowen Runs…………………………………………….………………....……..….....….Charles Leipart Safety………………………………………………………..……...……………...…….…...Bob Drew Sunshine…………………………………………..…..………...…..………………Trish Reister Turkey Roast…………………..…………Annie Planas & Judy Ostwald Webmaster……………………………..……..……..……..……..…………..…..Roger Allen Yard Sale……………………………………………....…..……...Leland & Linda Lott


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A HAVASU 4 WHEELERS 2015 PUBLICATION LAKE HAVASU CITY, ARIZONA

HAVASU 4 WHEELERS, PROUD MEMBERS

RATING DESCRIPTION

1 EASIEST: Passable by stock vehicles. Gentle fairly wide grades.

2 EASY: Use of 2 wheel and some 4-wheel drive. Trail may have some rocks, loose road surface, and ruts but a reasonable line for driving.

3 EASIEST MODERATE: 4-wheel drive with aggressive tire treads. Expect a rough road with rocks and sand that requires lower tire pressure. Substantial sections of single lane.

3¼ MODERATE: Some 4 wheel driving experience needed. Same as above with some use of high and low range gearing. These trails have a rough, rutted surface, rocks and deep sand. Sections may be steep enough to cause traction problems, narrow shelf roads with steep drop-offs and tight clearance between rocks.

3½ HARDER MODERATE: For experienced drivers. At least a 2” lift and 33’ tires with aggressive tire tread, one locked differential, high and low range gearing. Potentially dangerous, large rocks, ruts, steep slopes, loose surface and narrow clearances that need to be negotiated.

- Mandatory Vehicle Equipment - All vehicles on H4W runs must be 4-wheel drive & equipped with a CB radio, fire extinguisher, first aid kit, tow straps, and front and rear tow hooks or safe hitching point ….. all in working order.

3¾ HARDEST MODERATE: Skilled experienced drivers only. Same as above with both differentials locked, some strapping/winching. Very challenging sections, extremely steep grades, loose surfaces, large rocks, deep ruts and tight clearances.

4 DIFFICULT: Highly skilled experienced drivers only. Same as above with belly up, 4 to 1 transfer case or equivalent, skid plates, beefed up axles and suspension system. Probable strapping/winching. Vehicle width and wheelbase should be considered. Possible body damage.

5 HARD: All of the above. Probable body damage.

Havasu Four Wheelers PO Box 1486 Lake Havasu City, AZ. 86405

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January 2017 Newsletter - Havasu 4 Wheelers · 2017-01-03 · P Volume 25, Number 1 January 2017 resident’s Message The new year is upon us, and once again promises to be a busy