People are getting tired of slow moving bureaucracies in government. Tolerance for waiting in line, on-hold phone numbers, being told, “I’ll get back to you,” press one for this or that language, and other such bureaucratic behavior is at an all time low in my experience. This applies as well to our recreational clubs and organizations. We want change. We want something different. And we want it now! Nowhere is this more prevalent than in starting a new club or organization. I hear often the questions of whether to just be a virtual club, or to incorporate, or to be non-profit, or to just be left alone. And why are all these new “Friends” type groups popping up around the country? Where does one start? Read More »

The 2009 EC4WDA "Economic Assessment" is now available! The economic assessment report tells just how much money we, as a community broken down state by state, spend while enjoying our sport. It can be used on the local and state levels, as well as regionally and nationally. Read More »

It all started in 1969. That was 40 long years ago. 40 years of hard work, fun, fellowship, friendships, hardships, turmoil, great competition, awesome trailrides, many late night repairs, so many campfires and so many other things that have made us a solid group. A group to be proud of, a group to be recognized as pioneers in the sport. Read More »

Introduction 4 Wheel Drive Winching Join a Club Building a new Club

This article is about what it is to be part of an organization and how it benifits you as a 4x4 enthusiest. It covers all of the different types of terrain and how to properly use your equiptment. Also covered are the topics of how to join a club and how to build your own club.