Havasu 4 Wheelers TRAIL TALK Volume 19, Number 1...

A FAMILY FOUR-WHEELING CLUB DEDICATED TO THE MOTTO •••••••• “TREAD LIGHTLY!”

The

Havasu 4 Wheelers

TRAIL TALK Your monthly club newsletter January 2011 Volume 19, Number 1

P residents Message I hope you all had a

Merry Christmas.

December was a busy

club month with all

the runs and events.

To keep us busy when we were not

Christmas shopping the club

scheduled twelve 4X4 runs this

month - a run about every two and a

half days so another ―hat‘s off‖ to

our Run Chair Willie Williams and

all our loyal Trail Bosses! It‘s

obvious to me that if off road Jeeping

is your thing the H4W‘ers are the

place to be! Plus we conducted an

Adopt-A- Highway clean up headed up by Sue Guibord and John

Strong leading a small army of almost two dozen H4W‘ers –

Great job of giving back to the desert! Then we helped fill Santa‘

sleigh with all the toys the club gave to the US Marine Corps Toys

for Tots program - the kids thank you. And in case you didn‘t

have enough to do a 2nd AED Class and another monthly Trail

Boss meeting was held too. Bring it on – jeep me crazy!

And now that January is here – Happy New Year! With that we

need more runs scheduled now and into February. Check the

H4W activities page and get ‗em in. (Jeeping, Jeeping, Jeeping,

that‘s why I joined this club!)

But the holiday fun is not done yet. With all this hard work going

to events, saving our trails, going on run after run we need to

kick up our heels and celebrate. And celebrate we will! I hope to

see everyone at our annual Holiday Party on Saturday, January

15th

at Shugrue‘s. The theme will be Vegas! so dress casual or go

glitzy! On the menu - Prime rib or Salmon with all the fix‘ins!

Rodger & Diana Delk have pulled out all the stops and the fun

starts with no host cocktails at 5:30 PM. Slot machine poker - a

poker run - win prizes! Plus the club will be presenting the

annual “4 Wheeler of the Year” award to a deserving club

member. I hope to see you all there as we deserve to relish our

accomplishments. Remember - ―what happens in Vegas may get

you a Cow Bell!‖

Speaking of work the comment letter writing effort to save our

desert trails from closure by the BLM continues. Remember - no

comments received & the BLM WILL CLOSE 75% of the trails.

The clock is ticking down and the no comment period ends

February 28th. Here‘s how I see it – just take the energy you

would normally spend on a full day Jeeping the trails and refocus

that by sitting at your desk cranking out letters. Get ‗er done!

See you on the trails, Bruce

Upcoming Club Runs (1-5 rating)

Check the Havasu 4 Wheelers Website for updates on

runs and events: www.havasu4wheelers.org

The Red Line (3.5)…………..……………………....... Jan. 1st

9:00am, Standard Wash Kiosk, Dennis Kreuzenstein

McCracken Mine (3.25) ……………….……..…..…. Jan. 5th

8:30am, Scenic Turnout, Jim Bowen

Upper Jupiter (3.25)…………..……........................... Jan. 7th

9:00am, Scenic Turnout, Sue Guibord

Roulette Mine (3.25)….…..……………...................... Jan. 8th

9:00am, Scenic Turnout, B.J. Buckhout

Diamondback/Sidewinder (4.0)……...……................ Jan. 8th

9:00am, Standard Wash/Kiosk, Gary Bullard

Alamo Slot Canyon (2.0)……...……………............... Jan. 9th

8:30am, Terribles @ 95/I-40, Vince Davis

McGuffle‘s Cabin (3.25) ……………….……..…..... Jan. 10th

9:00am, Terribles @ 95/I-40, John Strong

Bouse-Granite Mtns (3.50)..……............................... Jan. 12th

8:30am, Scenic Turnout, Jim Bowen

Warm Springs (3.25) …….……………..…….......... Jan. 13th

9:00am, Terribles @ 95/I-40, Mike Yahrmarkt

Castaneda Well (2.5) …….……………..…….......... Jan. 15th

9:00am, End of Challenger Dr., Richard Marchus

Swansea Loop(3.25) …….……………...…….......... Jan. 17th

8:30am, Scenic Turnout, John Strong

Please Note: Please be at the departure location

20 minutes before the departure time.

Call Trail Boss if you are unable to attend.

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“Sunshine”

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

cheering up, please call Lisa Bunnell at 855-1780. She

will be happy to send cards for any occasion on behalf

of the entire Havasu 4 Wheelers membership.

Trail Talk - 2 - January 2011

It’s Here and Now! January 21 - 23, 2011

Havasu’s first Balloon Festival At the Nautical Beachfront Resort

havasuballoonfest.com

Havasu 4 Wheeler’s have been ask to assist as the Land

Chase Crew, in case the balloon should go down over the desert.

We need your help! Contact Bob Scholl 928/505-6579

Turquoise Mine/Whipple Wash Run

November 27, 2010

A ndy Lucas lead the five jeeps out of the scenic

turnout at 0900 sharp toward Parker Dam. We

were soon in a wash heading north through

rugged terrain. Other than meeting a speeding pickup

with a U-Haul in tow the ride was safe and uneventful. Cal

impressed the group by crawling up in a shallow cave and

back out. We made several stops to stretch and engage

in serious jaw-wagging. Lunch was on a small plateau

overlooking the lake. On the return trip we stopped at

several mines and were headed back north by 3 PM or

so. Thanks Andy and Cal!

Rodger and Renee Melton Our first trail ride with H4W

Cal Bowman in the cave Photo By: Rodger Melton

The Red Line Trail November 26, 2010

T his was the first H4W running of this trail. Because

it was Black Friday and the run was added after

the last meeting only four Jeeps showed up. We left

the Standard Wash Kiosk at 9:00am. The run proceeded

without incident although I missed a turn now and then. I

rated the Run at 3.25 but the consensus was that it should

be closer to 3.75 because of some of the obstacles. This

Run starts out like Gold Springs but goes farther north

along the powerline road before heading east and

eventually meets up with the Gold Springs trail for awhile

then up the Lost Tail, the opposite direction before

turning east and joining the Maze trail at the bottom of

Brown Shorts hill. Follows the Maze Ups and Downs

section then splits to the south and follows what used to be

an ATV trail finishing at the Scenic Turnout.

Thanks to Jim Bowen for tail gunning.

Dennis Kreuzenstein, Trail Boss

Northwest Passage

T his run was done on December 4, 2010, with 9

jeeps. Tony & Annie Planas‘ 3 sons were along so

they got to see the latest activity their parents are

enjoying. Everyone did a great job driving over the hills

and the couple of small waterfalls without any

mechanical problems. We saw the Snoopy rock, stopped

at the Boulder Mine, enjoyed the scenery, saw a couple

burros, were thankful for the pleasant day and ended the

day early enough for some of jeepers to continue the fun

by doing Ram‘s Peak.

This is a nice easy run with a couple obstacles which is

great for new jeepers or those who just enjoy scenery.

Thank you to those who came on the run and a special

Thank You to Tony Planas for being the tail gunner.

Willie Williams, Trail Boss

Mike Yahrmarkt coming up a waterfall Photot By: Willie Williams

I love this Bell!

The Cow Bell The coveted ding-dong

goes to Darryld Kautzmann

No-Bell Prize goes to

“hold the hammer” Jim Bowen


Photo By: Chuck Guibord

Copper Basin/Monument Peak

W ednesday, December 1st was a beautiful day for a

Jeep ride into the desert! We left the scenic

turnout about 8:35am, giving 2 missing Jeeps a

few extra minutes to meet with us, but they did not show.

We reached the Crossroads OHV parking lot about 8

miles south of Parker dam for our first pit stop and to air

down. The trail‘s ups and downs showed little to no

weather wear so no maintenance was necessary and we

had an easy drive. After descending into the sculpted red

rock area we stopped for our brownie and stretch break.

The sky was blue, the air warm, but the rocks still held

the nighttime chill. From there we headed up the trail

passing several unnamed mine entrances before reaching

our lunch area with views of Copper Basin and

Monument Peak, alongside rugged, old mining buildings.

On our return through Bowman‘s wash we saw a deer

bounding her way up the slope shortly before we reached

horse head rock. All in all it was a good day to enjoy the

outdoors with fellow 4 wheelers.

Sue Guibord, Trail Boss

Moss Wash/Walnut Creek

O n December 6, 10 vehicles met at Love‘s on I-40.

We proceeded to the Petro Station at Exit 66

on I-40 to air down, top off, and meet up with 2

more Jeeps for a run total of 12.

We proceeded on Blake Ranch Road, turning onto the

Moss wash trail to the Gold King mansion, where we

stopped for viewing of the historic site. We continued to

an area of Black Walnut Trees where we had our lunch.

After lunch we went up to the Flag Mine Rd. and turned

south to the trail that drops down into the Walnut Creek

Survivalist Camp and went out through the Walnut

Creek Ranch road.

It was a beautiful day with no snow on the roadway even

at 7000 ft. elevation.

Thank you to Snake & Willie for tail gunning and

carrying an AED, and to Andy and Nancy Lucas for

carrying an AED, and for all the information on Lichen

and the mountains‘ formation.

Ladell Olson, Trail Boss

Photo By: Keith Schweizer with Judy Olsen‘s camera

Havasu 4 Wheelers

Board

Meet your Nominating Committee Its time to consider our club's future leaders.

A nominating committee headed by Charles Leipart has

been formed. If you have given some thought as to

serving your club as an officer or member of the Board of

Directors please contact Charles.

“Trail Talk” Safety Rant of the Month –

Remember your first time? I do but I wish I had some friends there when it

happened……What? No, not that! -

I’m talking real fun stuff - 4 WHEELING!

If you are new to the club and new to 4-wheeling, then

here are some things to do before you ever leave home in

preparation for your off-road trail adventures:

1. Make sure you know your vehicle well. Like Dirty

Harry says ―A man has got to know his limitations‖

so it‘s important to recognize your limits, those of

your vehicle, and not to exceed them.

Know how your 4X4 system works and how to use

the controls.

Know where the spare tire and jack are located and

how to use them.

Know your vehicle‘s dimensions - height, width &

length - so that you can pass through tight areas

without damage. Carry a small tape measure (how‘s

this Jim?)

Know where the lowest point of clearance is - usually

the differentials.

Get used to driving your 4X4. Get a feel for its size

and driving characteristics off road. Air down

sufficiently - 10 to 15 PSI.

Practice using the low ratio gearbox and if your

vehicle is equipped with manual locking hubs, try

them out.

Keep track of maintenance on filters, belts & hoses

and keep all fluids topped off. Inspect your tires after

every trip for damage.

And sign up for a Havasu 4 Wheelers Off-Road 101

course!

2. Always go prepared as you never know when you‘ll

find yourself stuck or broken down without bunches of

help around, so be sure to pack all of the appropriate

―emergency‖ supplies. And be aware of changing

weather conditions before you go too.

3. Always travel with at least one other vehicle. As the

sayings go ―The more the merrier‖ or Misery loves

company.‖

4. Let someone know where you are going and the

expected return time home. Or set a time to contact a

friend to let them know you are okay. Don‘t forget to

take along their phone number, and the local sheriff‘s

phone number in case of an emergency. And don‘t forget

to follow-through by calling at the pre-arranged time - so

they don‘t send out the search teams for you! And also

know that cellular phone coverage in our desert areas is

practically nil, zilch, zip, nadda. (Yikes! How about

smoke signals Kimosabe?)

5. Make sure your vehicle is in good condition and ready

for the off-road experience before leaving civilization.

Automatic External Defibrillator

I f you want to carry one of the club‘s Automatic

External Defibrillators (AED‘s) on a run, please

contact Snake Williams and make arrangements

to check one out before your run.

Thanks, Willie Williams

For Sale: 2002 Jeep Wrangler 72,000 Miles, Green, 5 Speed

Good Condition, recent service

Has tow package for towing or to be towed

Hard top, soft top and bikini top

$12,560

Bob Taylor, 928 230 2158

[email protected]

H4W AD’S H4W members,

place your free ad for

automotive items.

To place Ad‘s in the newsletter or web site,

[email protected]


Wanted: Rubicon or equivalent. Auto transmission,

prefer hardtop. R. Melton 360-220-0243.

For Sale: 6" Superlift Rockrunner System

still new in box.

Won at Moab Jeep Safari in 2010.

For Jeep Wrangler TJ 1997-2002.

List price $1686. Will take $1300 OBO.

Call Kenny @ 308-530-3548

Perform a complete check of your vehicle making sure

your tires (including spare) are in good condition and

inflated properly. Look under your vehicle for any leaks

or mechanical problems. Ensure the gas tank & all of your

fluids are topped off. Check the condition of your steering

and brakes. All repairs should be carried out before

leaving home.

6. Pay attention to how you load your vehicle. Loads

should be distributed evenly within the vehicle if possible.

Carry extra water. And secure everything inside so it

doesn‘t shift or become a missile.

7. Always know where you are, where you‘re going, and

which route you intend to take. Be time-conscious. What

may look like a short trip on the map may take many

hours off road in 4-wheel drive -- so allow enough time for

safe travel.

Now go grab some of your Havasu 4 Wheeler

buddies and hit the trail!

mailto:[email protected]

Goat Hill Passage

O n December 11th, there were 10 jeeps that showed

up for the run. The very first obstacle is climbing a

steep, sandy hill, which was successfully

accomplished after one of jeepers found out he really did

need 4 wheel drive.

We did the usual stops at Boulder Mine and looked at the

Snoopy rock. The rest of the run was uneventful with

everyone doing a great job of driving. This run is noted

for the number of burros seen and they didn‘t disappoint

us.

I want to say thank you to the people who came on the run

and a special Thank You to Mike Yahrmarkt for being

tail gunner.

Willie Williams, Trail Boss Photo By: Rodger Melton


Photo By: B.J. Buckout

Rodger & Renee Melton Gary & Carol Wiskus

(Carol not pictured)

Ron & Sally Satterfield

Clarence New

Ed & Terri Heil Kenny & Dee Lusk

Desert Bar

O n December 5

th I guess a lot of the club members

had the holiday spirit and wanted to enjoy the

desert …. or.… they were just looking for liquid

spirits, because 25 jeeps showed up to do the run to the

Desert Bar.

You couldn‘t have asked for a better day…..sunshine and

no wind. Everyone did a great job driving, got their jeeps

dusty and enjoyed the festivities at the desert bar.

Thanks to everyone who came along and a special Thank

You to Dick Thomas for being tail gunner.

Willie Williams, Trail Boss

Photo By: B.J. Buckhouto

DIZCLAIMER Spellum errurrrs, mizpelled namez & mizuse of

Ingalish are the responsibilite of Spell Chuck & the board of

directors who push to got thiz thing out on time. The editors

‗aint gon‘na be held liable. If, in readin this newsletter, you get

the message, be satisfied with what ya got!

Time to start saving those treasures

for the

Havasu 4 Wheeler’s Annual Yard Sale

Christmas Tree Pass

E ight (8) Jeeps left the Chevron Station at I-40 on

Monday, December 6, at 9:00 a.m. We had one (1)

NO SHOW!

We headed down I-40 to Hwy. 95, then exited at the turn

off to Camp Ibis and walked around that area which was

very interesting. We got back in our Jeeps and drove to

the Lorans Station Road, aired down and then drove to

three (3) abandoned mines and had a good time exploring

them.

We continued our drive down the Roman Wash toward

Christmas Tree Pass and found the Roman Mine closed

down but we were fortunate enough to be able to speak

with an employee stationed there. He informed us that

they have recently discovered platinum and are working

with the BLM to get permission to begin mining for that.

We were happy to discover that previous off-roaders had

decorated at least ten (10) trees along the Christmas Tree

Pass – it was a beautiful sight to see the colorful trees

silhouetted against a bright blue sky.

We ended the run at the foot of Grapevine Canyon. Since

most of us had previously visited the petroglyphs, we

decided to go on to Laughlin. We did a little gambling

and then had dinner at the buffet.

The weather was beautiful – clear and warm. We had an

enjoyable day and everyone seemed to be happy.

We would like to thank Bob and Wanda Scholl for tail-

gunning – they did a great job and I appreciated their

help.

Rodger Delk, Trail Boss

Photo By: Wanda Scholl

O.S. Point—Hualapais December 3rd, 2010

T his run was billed as an adventure, and it lived up

to its billing! This trail has intimidated us for the

last 2 years because of a severe washout on a very

steep part of the trail. The goal this time was—―we will

make it—we will not turn around!‖ The weather was

beautiful and the trip will not be forgotten! Things got

interesting when on the first real challenging washed out

hill, one Jeep bent its tie rod so the front wheels were both

aimed at each other. After spending time to straighten out

the tie rod, it was decided to park the Jeep because of the

obstacles still in front of us. After we would finish one

hard part, the CB would buzz with ―was that the hard

part, are we done with the hard part?‖ NO—it was up

ahead! When we came to ―the hard part‖—very steep, off

camber, washed out, covered with small BB like granite

pebbles—we were at the ―hard part‖. The first two Jeeps

went as far as they could very carefully and then winched

the rest of the way. Before we could get back down the hill

to assist the 3rd Jeep, he had received sufficient

―encouragement‖ from the peanut gallery, telling him that

―with the right momentum and line—he MIGHT be able

to make it‖! As I walked down I watched the 3rd

Jeep with

―momentum‖ do a beautiful backward somersault and

land on the driver‘s side. We spent the next hour

removing spark plugs and getting all the oil out of the

cylinders! Luckily no one was hurt! Ladell did a great

job of getting the Jeep running again and we proceeded

after lunch. From that point on we enjoyed a beautiful

loop trip back to our starting point with no more

―incidents‖. We agreed after our run that it was a great

illustration of the trouble a little impatience can get a

person into. Patience, and hooking up the 3rd Jeep‘s

winch, would have produced a ―non event‖. This,

however, will certainly be a lot more memorable!!!

Yes, we will do the run again—but only if everyone agrees

to ―use their winch‖

Jim Bowen-Trail Boss


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Other Club Happen’ns

Annual Holiday Party……………………………..……..Jan. 15th

Cocktails begin at 5:30pm, Shugrue’s Bridgeview Room

Rodger & Diana Delk

Havasu Balloon Fest…………………..…………….Jan. 21 - 23rd

See Web Site: www.havasuballoonfest.com, Bob Scholl

Next H4W Board Meeting ………….…...…..…............. Jan. 24th

2:00pm, Speir’s Residence

Men‘s Breakfast .............................................................. Jan. 27th

8:00am, Bad Miguel’s, Bruce Speirs

Trail Boss Meeting ………….…..………........................ Jan. 27th

9:30am, Mohave Co. Library, Rm B,, Willie Williams

Highway Cleanup ……………………….…….…...…... Jan. TBA

9:00am, Scenic Turnout, Sue Guibord

Next H4W Membership Meeting .................................... Jan. 27th

7:00pm, Realtor’s Center


B ad Miguel‘s Mexican Restaurant was the scene of

Cook‘s Night Out held on Tuesday, December 14.

Eighteen members and one guest attended. This

was a special night as we celebrated a birthday of one of

our members. The restaurant management was kind

enough to host us on short notice and were ready for us

when we arrived at 5:00. The food was quick in arriving

after our drink orders were taken and the server was

―johnny-on-the-spot‖ when something was requested.

Many of our members stayed and visited with each other

after dinner. Thanks to all who attended.

Because of the Holiday Party in January, there will be no

CNO that month, but will resume in February.

Charles & Geri Leipart

Cooks Nite out

Photo By: Wanda Scholl

D ecember 16th, under heavy clouds and a light

shower, 20 Havasu 4 Wheelers gathered at the

scenic turnout to pick up highway litter on our

stretch of adopted highway. A hearty bunch, we visited

with one another, sure that the rain would let up since it

―never rains in Havasu‖. However, after emptying rain

puddles from the canopy covers several times we realized

our sunny dispositions were not about to dissipate the

clouds or dry up the highway so we decided to cancel the

event due to safety reasons. Since a last hour cancellation

of the lunch was not possible we enjoyed the sandwiches

that John and Sue Strong brought for the occasion and

figured we could bring our own sandwiches for the

rescheduled clean up in January. Although the rain gave

new meaning to highway cleanup (wash up?) we would

have to return another time to do the job as intended.

Sue Guibord

Photo By: Mike Beets

• Roster Changes •

Reda Trumbo, new email address - [email protected]

Mike & Carol Yahrmarkt, new phone number 928/566-4475

New Members Voted In Last Month:

Ed & Terri Heil

1642 McCulloch Blvd. N167

LHC, AZ 86403

928/428-1670

[email protected]

Kenneth & Dee Lusk

4750 N. London Bridge Rd

LHC, AZ 86404

308/530-3548

308/532-7866

[email protected]

Rodger & Renee Melton

1191 Shoshone Lane

LHC, AZ 86406

360/220-0243

[email protected]

Clarence New

2245 Cosnina Drive

LHC, AZ 86403

928/855-4830

[email protected]

Ron & Sally Satterfield

2079 Slice Lane

LHC, AZ 86406

928/855-8581

714/943-1734

[email protected]

Gary & Carol Wiskus

1760 Firefly Drive

LHC, AZ 86404

928/680-0350

714/404-7535

[email protected]

Trail Boss of the Month

Andy Lucas

Rookie Trail Boss of the Month

Tom Bunnell & Dave Billick

Congratulations!


El Supremo Run

S aturday, December 18th, fifteen vehicles appeared

on this cool morning at Sara Park. After a brief

drivers meeting, we proceeded to our air down

location on Mineral Wash Rd and then continued on to the

beginning of El Supremo. Now bear in mind that I didn‘t

remember a thing about this run, and I must say that I

enjoyed it very much. This run offers some very pretty

views of the canyons, mountains, several mines, and there

were several fun obstacles to play on. Upon exiting the

run, we went through Slot Canyon (also very pretty) and

up Mineral Wash to a point where Vampire Mine Run

ended. Soooooo, we did it backwards, which proved to be

interesting. The scenery looks so very different doing it

backwards, it was like a new run. We exited into a wash

and stopped for a stretch break, during which time the

ladies suggested that we go up this wash just to see what‘s

up there, as it paralleled the main road. Glad we did, as it

was a nice ride, and a whole bunch better than a graded

gravel road.

Many thanks to all who helped spot others on this run, and

thanks to Bob Hill for tail gunning. You folks make it so

much easier for the run leader - - - Thank You !

Snake Williams, Trail Boss

Photo By: Willie Williams

Photo By: Sharon Husted

Presidents Choice December 19, 2010

T here were 9 Jeeps on the run. One prospective

member even drove all the way down from Pirates

Cove to tell me he was unable to go on the run.

That is being conscientious.

Just before we reached Cienaga Springs turn off, Steve

Perry pulled along side me to tell me that the left rear

wheel on my trailer was smoking. When we got to the

parking spot I could plainly see that the bearing had

failed.

Presidents Choice is a very technical level 4 run. The run

was going along very well, no problems. Then either

because of my superior driving skills or GREAT LUCK, I

stood my jeep up on the two left wheels, perfectly

balanced. Nothing else on the jeep touches anything. Don

Flood put a strap on me and re-righted the jeep. After that

another jeep, with out my good luck, leaned their jeep over

enough to crack the hard top on a rock out cropping. We

continued on without any other mishaps until we were at

the trailer parking spot. Steve Perry had a part break. His

welder and passenger, Dennis Kreuzenstein, said ―The

weld didn‘t fail, the part broke‖. We all had a chuckle out

of that.

Here is where it gets real good, where people were helping

others. Steve needed to trailer his jeep home. Leonard

Husted offered his trailer and Sharon would drive their

Jeep. I needed to remove the wheel and strap up the axle

on my trailer. Don Flood offered to drive my jeep home

and Louise would drive their truck and trailer. Ed Heil

followed me and Don to my house so he could give Don a

ride home.

THANKS to every one for helping and going on the run. I had more than one Tail Gunner. It started out as Ed

Heil, somewhere on the run it became Rick Burke. If I

missed anyone that tail gunned I‘m sorry and THANKS.

Dick Thomas, Trail Boss

Our sincere condolences from the entire membership go out to

Dave & Pat Billick with the passing of his sister.

December’s 50/50 Winner Was Laurah Peron

$83.00

Both Bob Drew and Buck Halterman

are recovering nicely from their surgeries.

One of the most beautiful places to go 4 wheeling.

Mark your calendars, make your reservations

May 1st - 7th, 2011

See web site for details

Ram Peak/Scotts Well December 27, 2011

T he group met at Terribles on I-40 & 95 at 9am.

From there we drove to Franconia Road and aired

down.

We had a very nice day with comfortable temperatures -

and due to recent rains - no dust. The trail into Scotts

Well had been washed out somewhat since my pre-run,

which made it more challenging and a small squeeze near

Scotts Well required some spotting. Most of the jeepers

were new members but they drove like pros.

We stopped for lunch on the way to Ram Peak, it turned

out to be a nice ride with good people. Thanks to all for

coming and to B.J. Buckhout for fine tail-gunning.

Mike Yahrmarkt, Trail Boss

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- Anna’s H4W “Club Stuff” - “Let her put you on the trail in style!”

Congratulations to Zac & Dorothy Zacavich

January 7th

Tank Tops ........ $5.00 Men‘s S/S T-Shirts …. $9.00 XXL .…. $11.00 Men‘s L/S T-Shirts…$12.00 XXL…..$14.00 Ladies T-Shirt .... $9.00-$13.00 Golf Shirts …… $18.00 XXL …. $20.00

Henley Shirts ….... $18.00 XXL .... $20.00

Baseball Hats, Men‘s .. $10.00 Ladies .. $8.00

Aussie Hats ......... $15.00 Visors .................. $10.00

H4W Logo Sticker .. $3.00 or 2 for $5.00 H4W Window I.D .. $4.00

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

2008/2009 Executive Officers:

President……………………….……………..Bruce Speirs Vice President………….……..…...Willie Williams Secretary……….……………………..Cheryl MacLean Treasurer……..………………….….Loretta Robinson

Voting Members:

Immediate Past Pres……….Charles Leipart At Large……….…………………….….……. Bob Scholl & Janet Drew

Committees:

Advertising…………………….…Tom Christiansen Audit……………………………………Bobbie Halterman By-Laws………………………………………….....Steve Riley Community Service…………….Connie Hoppe Desert Clean-Up …………………....Sue Guibord Events…………………..……..Rodger & Diana Delk Historian……………………….………………...Janet Drew Merchandise…..…...Anna & Jim Hofstetter Membership……………………………..… Janet Drew Newsletter Editor………………...Wanda Scholl Public Land……………….…….……….…...Jim Bowen Runs………………………………..……...…..Willie Williams Safety………………………….……….…...Snake Williams Sunshine…………………………………....….Lisa Bunnell Webmaster………………..Dennis Kreuzenstein


January 2011 Birthdays & Events

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1

2 Carol Creed

Dennis Lansing

3 4 5 6 Edie Dietzel Gene Knox

7 8

9 10 Bob Sims

11 12 13 14 15

16 17 LaVonne Knox

Kathy Perry Larry Robinson

18 19 Phil White

20 Gary Wiskus

21 Evelyn Casto

Julie Lutz

22 Todd Flesner

Ken Fryer

23 Mindy Pohlman Nancy Schweizer

24 Jackie

Mortensen

25 Carol Wiskus

26 Charles Metcalf-Molly Schroeder Kathryn Smith

27 28 Larry Martin

29

30 31

January 1st

Bob & Jackie Mortensen

January 11th - Dennis & Cheri

Lansing

January 23rd - Ken & Bonnie Gryer

The Red Line

McCracken Upper Jupiter Roulette

Diamondback

Slot Canyon McGuffie’s Bouse-Granit Warm Spring

Castaneda

Holiday Party

Swansea

Board Meet

Mens Breakfast

H4W Meeting

Trail

Boss

Mee

ting

Havasu Balloon Fest

Balloon Fest

GOLDEN PHOENIX Chinese Restaurant

OPEN 6 DAYS Mon. - Sat. 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

1685 Mesquite Ave.

Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 (928) 680-1326

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Our Hours Are:

Tue-Sat: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

Sun-Mon: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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“The Colorado River Home For All Your Jeep Needs”

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Hours

M-F: 7am-6pm

Sat: 7am-5pm

Sun: 9am-3pm

- SUPPORT OUR ADVERTISERS - THEY HELP MAKE YOUR CLUB NEWSLETTER POSSIBLE!


FORD

CERTIFIED

720 N. Lake Havasu Ave. Lake Havasu City, Arizona

Larry & Dave Gerchman 928-505-4499

“A Family Owned Business”

4065 Northstar Drive


928 680-4142

Gordon & Patty Bartlett www.Bartlett Tours.com

BUS TOURS & GROUP CRUISES

leaving from LHC

Queen Mary Thanksgiving 2010 Christmas Shows Mexican Riviera Cruise

Palm Springs Follies Wonder Valley Ranch Panama Canal Cruise

Visit our Web Site for our full schedule

24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE

COMMERCIAL

RESIDENTIAL

NEW CONSTRUCTION

REMODEL SERVICE

Tom Otero

(928)505-3209

LicensedBondedInsured AZ Contr. Lic. #146501

COMMERCIAL RESIDENTIAL

MOHAVEMOHAVEMOHAVE ELECTRICELECTRICELECTRIC

S IGN OURCE

“NO JOB TOO SMALL”

486-2995

SIGNS

DECALS

BANNERS

& MORE

Deadra Shoemaker

Direct: (928) 505-HOME(4663)

Toll Free: (866)473-5542

Fax: (928)505-4649

[email protected] LYNETTE FISHER

Associate Broker

LYNETTE FISHER‘S Team One 1990 N. McCulloch Blvd., Ste 109 - Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403

(Corner of Smoketree Ave/Swanson Ave)

KELLER

WILLIAMS

Arizona Living Realty

Mirage POOL & SPA ● SERVICE & REPAIR

928.505.2826

Call For A Free Estimate

Jody & Holly Christensen

Serving Havasu Since 1995 ● Licensed & Insured

2120 McCulloch Blvd.

Lake Havasu City, Arizona 86403

855 -1818

Tammy Pray § Owner

171 Swanson Ave. Ste. 100 928/453-8339


(928) 855-6344 Established 1973 H4W Member

STEEL DISTRIBUTORS Rebar • Channel • Angle • Strap • Plate • Pipe Beam • Tubing • Ornamental Iron Supplies

ALUMINUM/STAINLESS DISTRIBUTORS Angle • Channel • Strap • Tubing • Sheet Plate

Shearing • Sawing • Rebar Fab • Hole Punching

1909 COMMANDER DRIVE

LAKE HAVASU CITY, AZ 86403

H I M

Havasu Iron & Metal

DOREEN CASTELS Owner - Manager

30 S. Acoma Blvd. Suite 104 Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403

Bridge Travel Center, Inc.

(928) 855-7900 FAX (928) 855-5353

Like a good neighbor,

State Farm is there.®

ALEX ROSS Agent, H4W Member

2138 McCulloch Boulevard


(928) 855-ROSS (7677)

Fax: (928) 855-2539 STATE FARM INSURANCE CO.

HOME OFFICE: BLOOMINGTON, IL

Supply Ross & Marlene

Hobday

H4W MEMBERS

INDUSTRIAL & WELDING SUPPLY SOURCE

Since 1981

HVAC/R • Fasteners • Gages • Hoses • Welding Supplies Motor & Tool Sales/Repair • Bldg. Hardware • Work Clothing

1081 N. Lake Havasu Ave. Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 (928) 453-3185 • 1-800-593-2074 • Fax (928) 453-6560 [email protected] • www.absupplyaz.com

FOR ALL YOUR PRINTING NEEDS Serving the Colorado River Area

(928) 855-PLUS (7587) • (800) 760-7772 • Fax (928) 855-8582

www.PrintingPlusLHC.com • [email protected]

2069 McCulloch Blvd. N., Suite 1 • Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403

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

SALEEN

GELCOAT REPAIR

OXIDATION REMOVAL

WAXING & BUFFING

ALL FIBERGLASS REPAIR

ACID WASH & COLOR SAND

WE WILL MAKE YOUR

RV OR BOAT LOOK

NEW AGAIN!!

PEDRO ESPINOSA 903 Port Drive

Lake Havasu City, AZ

Office 928/855-4529 Cell 928/486-4529

Tamra and Barbara Smith

2187 McCulloch Blvd.

Lake Havasu City, AZ

928-846-4445

2200 MESQUITE AVENUE LAKE HAVASU CITY, AZ 86403 (928) 855-8932 FAX (928) 855-5288

Buy 1 Combo or Speciality Meal, get 1 for $1.00


~ SHOP Lake HAVASU City ~ PHOENIX & VEGAS ALREADY HAVE ENOUGH BUSINESS!

H4W

A HAVASU 4 WHEELERS 2011 PUBLICATION PRINTED BY: PRINTING PLUS, LAKE HAVASU CITY, ARIZONA

tread lightly!®

HAVASU 4 WHEELERS, PROUD MEMBERS

LEAVE A GOOD IMPRESSION

- HAVASU 4 WHEELERS TRAIL RATINGS - - 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.

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. 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.

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.

H4W

Havasu Four Wheelers

PO Box 1486

Lake Havasu City, AZ. 86405

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