TRAIL TALK - Havasu 4 Wheelers

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Havasu 4 Wheelers
TRAIL TALK
Volume 20, Number 3
Your monthly club newsletter
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March 2012
A FAMILY FOUR-WHEELING CLUB DEDICATED TO THE MOTTO •••••••• “TREAD LIGHTLY!”
Upcoming Club Runs (1-5 rating)
Check the Havasu 4 Wheelers Website for updates on runs
and events: www.havasu4wheelers.org
Bouse-Granite Mountains (3.5)….….………..……….Mar 1st
8:00am, Scenic Turnout Hwy 95 South, Jim Bowen
Whipple Creek/Hike (3.25)….…………….....………….Mar 2nd
8:30am, SARA Park, John Strong
Crazy Eights (3.0)….…………..………………..……….Mar 2nd
9:00am, Terrible’s @ Hwy 95 & I-40, Bob Carson
Desert Bar to Roadrunner (3.0)…………………...…….Mar 2nd
1:30pm, Scenic Turnout, Kathlyne Speirs
B&D Roulette Mine (3.25)…..……….….…..…..……….Mar 3rd
9:00am, Scenic Turnout, Charles Leipart
Cottonwood/Hualapai Mtns. (3.5)….………...………….Mar 5th
8:30am, Love’s @ Hwy 95 & I-40, Jim Bowen
Yahoo Loop (4.0)……………………………....………….Mar 6th
9:00am, Scenic Turnout, Bob Drew
Mine Fencing (3.0)….…………………..……..………….Mar 6th
8:00am, BLM @ Acoma & Sweetwater, Darryld Kautzmann
B&D Roulette Mine (3.25)….…………..……….……….Mar 7th
9:00am, Scenic Turnout, Charles Leipart
Granite Peak/Hualapai Mtns. (3.5)….…………….…….Mar 9th
8:00am, Love’s @ Hwy 95 & I-40, Jim Bowen
Boriana Mine Hualapais (3.25)….…………..………….Mar 10th
8:30am, Terrible’s @ Hwy 95 & I-40, Mike MacLean
Desert Bar via Hole in the Wall (3.0)….…....………….Mar 11th
10:00am, SARA Park, Tom Bunnell
Slot/Maggie Mine/Old Alamo Rd (3.5)……..………….Mar 12th
8:30am, Love’s@ Hwy 95 & I-40, Jim Bowen
Silver Creek (3.5)…..….…..….….……………..……….Mar 13th
8:30am, Love’s @ Hwy 95 & I-40, Sue Guibord
Gold Rice Mine (3.25)….…………..…………..……….Mar 14th
8:30am, Scenic Turnout, Bruce Speirs
Plane Wreck/Havasu Falls (3.0)…...………..………….Mar 16th
9:30am, End of Bison, Ron Satterfield
Continued on Page 3
residents Message
Greetings
Havasu 4Wheelers,
Since this is
the
final
newsletter for the current
term of Board of Directors, I
would like to thank the
current Board for all of
their hard work over this
past year, and as a two term
President, I welcome the new Board of Directors to be
inducted at the March Membership meeting.
I would also like to thank all committee chairs and members
for everything that everyone has done to make this club as
active and fun as it is. It takes a lot of volunteers to put on all
of the runs, events, clean ups, community service, newsletter,
membership, merchandise, advertising, yard sale, safety,
sunshine, website, and not to mention keeping our public
lands in public hands. I would ask that all club members
volunteer and help the club in any way you can. Only with
your support can we continue to be the strong club that we
are. Please don‟t wait for the “other guy”-the other guy just
might be you!
Our yard sale in February was a huge success with a profit of
$2690! Part of these proceeds will go out to the community to
help those less fortunate. Thanks go out to Paul and Joyce
Stephens for offering their home for the sale and for all of the
hard work that goes into running a yard sale. Thanks also to
all of the volunteers who helped set up, work the sale, and
finally pack up the remnants to go to St. Vincent De Paul and
Hospice.
In the meantime we have lots of 4-wheeling left to do this
spring. There are many runs coming up as well as junk car
removal, mine fencing, ranch cleanup and so much fun it
might not be legal.
Happy Trails, Cheryl
Cat Tail Cove
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January 26, 2010
ight jeeps, twelve members along with one guest
made the trek to Cat Tail Cove for a day in the
desert. From the Wall of Death to Geri‟s Jump
to the obstacles on the way to our lunch area
close to the Bill Williams River, no one shied away from
trying everything the run had to offer. On our way back to
the air-up point, Bill Trunk and Mike Yahrmarkt took the
route through the Bowling Alley while the rest of us
watched from above. All-in-all this was a great run and
everyone enjoyed the day. Much thanks goes to several
people, Bill Trunk and Dennis Callaghan for spotting,
Rodger and Renee Melton for taking care of the AED,
Mike Yahrmarkt for tail gunning and to my navigator,
Dennis Callaghan for keeping me on the correct path.
Charles Leipart, Trail Boss
Photo By: John Strong
McGuffies Cabin
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ine jeeps left terrible at 95/I-40 Friday,
January 27, at 8:00 a.m. with 14 members
and 6 guests. We arrived at McGuffies Cabin,
parked, did a short hike in Mississippi Wash
and had lunch. In Mississippi Wash a watering station
for sheep and pictographs were viewed. After our hike
and lunch we did a return side trip through Alamo Slot
Canyon. We arrived at our air up spot by 3:30 and
thank you Steve Riley for being our tail gunner.
John Strong, Trail Boss
“Trail Talk”
Photo By: Rodger Melton
While tuning our CB the other day we picked up these
immortal words: “White Rook this is Check Mate King
Two over.” Wow, must be some powerful radio wave skip
from days of old that have bounced of Pluto and have
just returned to earth. Even though Marconi is not a
member of the club there are a few members that know
the + wire from the – wire. Some of the most common
faults with our CB‟s are loose antenna cable connections
(at the radio or antenna), loose antenna to mount
connection, and an un-tuned radio antenna. Ever heard
someone transmit and it sounds like they have a piece of
wax paper over the mic or you can barely hear them? Or
their transmission is scratchy or breaks up? In the first
case it probably needs tuning and the second a faulty
connection somewhere. The radio should be checked at
least twice a season. All that bumping and jiggling does
cause failures. And have a buddy come over, swap jeeps
and call you while you listen on his. We have a couple of
real helpful radio gee wiz kind of members we can
connect you up with so give us a shout or send off a
carrier pigeon. “Roger will co, over and out!”
May 6th - 12th, 2012
RV Park: Spanish Trails 1-800-787-2751
Hotel: Moab Rustic Inn 1-435-259-6177
Contact: Mike & Cheryl MacLean
Trail Talk
Safety Rant of the Month – –
CB Radio (or as My Mother-in-law calls it
- her Trailer Park Cellular Phone)
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March 2012
Plane Wreck-Havasu Falls
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ix jeeps left the end of Bison Monday, January 30,
2012 with 9 members and 2 guests. We arrived near
the first engine above Havasu Falls and after a short
hike took pictures. For another day one could hike to
the top of the ridge and see the metal imbedded into the
mountain with sun reflections. Our next stop was near the
gate where we parked and after a short hike we found a old
yellow jeep body. Further on our hike we found the second
engine where we took pictures. After lunch by our parked
jeeps we ended our run at Paso de Oro. Thank you Brent
Keller for being the tail gunner.
John Strong, Trail Boss
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Coffin Spring Jeep & Hike (3.0)….……..…..……..…….Mar 20th
8:00am, Terrible’s @ Hwy 95 & I-40, Steve Riley
Piute & Old Woman Mtns. (2.0)….…..……..……...…….Mar 21st
8:00am, Terrible’s @ Hwy 95 & I-40, Bruce Speirs
High Line Trail (3.0)….…….…..…………………..…….Mar 21st
9:00am, End of Bison, Ron Satterfield
Walnut Creek Tour (3.25)….…………..……......……….Mar 23rd
8:30am, Terrible’s @ Hwy 95 & I-40, John Strong
Cat Tail Cove (3.25)…..….…..….….………..…..……….Mar 24th
9:00am, Scenic Turnout, Charles Leipart
Laughlin Wildflower Run (2.5)….…………....………….Mar 31st
1:00pm, Terrible’s @ Hwy 95 & I-40, Bill Mitschele
Please Note: Please be at the departure location
20 minutes before the departure time.
Call Trail Boss if you are unable to attend.
Other Club Happen’ns
Ladies Luncheon …………………..….……….…........... Mar 15th
12:30pm, Place To Be,171 Swanson Ave. #100, Diana Delk
H4W Board Meeting ………………………..................... Mar 19th
4:00pm, Mohave Comm. College, 600 Building, Cheryl MacLean
Cooks Night Out ……………………................................ Mar 20th
5:00pm, Golden Horseshoe, 4501 N London Bridge Rd,
Rodger Delk
Photo By: John Strong
Men‟s Breakfast .............................................................. Mar 22nd
8:00am, Bad Miguel’s, Bruce Speirs
Rovey’s Needle
H4W Membership Meeting ............................................. Mar 22nd
7:00pm, Realtor’s Center, Cheryl MacLean
hat a great day for a jeep run. On Wednesday,
February 8, ten jeepers in five jeeps took to
the trail for a short trip to Rovey‟s Needle.
We all cleared the first two obstacles, the Wall
of Death and Geri‟s Jump with no (well maybe one) real
problems. The road to the Needle was uneventful, but when
arriving at our destination found two jeeps from Bullhead
City already there. Thankfully they had parked where we
had plenty of room to negotiate the turn at the base of the
Needle and park safely. Most of our group climbed to the
“eye” and crawled through and very gingerly made the way
down to our jeeps. From there we found a spot in a sheltered
area to have our snack as we were on our way back to the air
up point. On the way back we had time for a “jeep
inspection” (as Willie would say) and found all were in
pristine condition. We hit the air-up point at 1:00 and were
back in Havasu by 1:30. Thank you to all who braved the
trip and to Dennis Callaghan for navigating (although there is
only one road in and one road out) and for spotting . Bill
Mitschele and his daughter, Becky, performed an outstanding
job as tailgunner.
Trail Boss Meeting ............................................................ Mar 30th
10:00am, Mohave County Library, Bob Scholl
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Charles Leipart, Trail Boss
Trail Talk
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Rovery‟s Needle
Photo By: Tom Poellinger
March 2012
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Swansea Loop
en jeeps left the Scenic Turnout February 6, 2012 at
8:30 with 18 members and one guest. We arrived
near the Bill Williams River and had lunch in a old
settlement. With a successful river crossing we did a
extra loop to see the Pipe Line River Crossing. Along the way
we had many panoramic views of the Swansea Wilderness
Area, Rawhide Mountains, Aubrey Wilderness Area, and
Sharks Tooth. At our last stop before Highway 95 we noticed
we lost our tail gunner. Mike Yahrmarkt led the majority of
jeeps out to air up at 3:30. We met our tail gunner at the air up
spot at 4:30. Lessons learned are better communication by trail
boss, keep the vehicle behind you in view, there are two exits
to $5 Dollar wash and everybody had fun.
Trail Boss of the Month
Andy Lucas
Rookie Trail Boss of the Month
Ron Satterfield
Congratulations!
John Strong, Trail Boss
New York Mountains
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Photo By: John Strong
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Moss Wash
n February 1st, four vehicles met at Love‟s to start
the long trip to I-40, exit 66 where we stopped and
topped off our gas tanks and aired down.
We then traveled down Blake Ranch road to the
Moss Wash turn off. We stopped at the Gold King Mansion
and looked around. After leaving the mansion, we took a side
trip to Cedar Springs and up to the Flag Mine Road. We then
turned down the Escalator and came our through the Walnut
Creek Survivalist Camp to the Griffith Exit on I-40.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
ix Jeeps with eleven intrepid souls decided to
venture to a faraway destination where no
man has gone before, well at least no man
from the Havasu 4 Wheelers, (I think).
We left Terrible‟s at I-40 and drove to Goffs and then
25 miles further north to the New York Mountains in
the East Mojave Desert. The goal was to visit
Caruther‟s Canyon. The drive was uneventful on good
roads and the reward was a fabulous canyon full of
gigantic boulders, some with smaller boulders perched
precariously on one another. After a chilly lunch,
cloudy and 43 degrees at 6000 feet, we headed home
via New York Mountain Road to Black Canyon Road,
Essex Road and then I-40. On the way home we
briefly visited Hole-In-The-Wall Campground where
there are some amazing rock formations, worth going
back to see.
It was a long day but the Jeepers were unanimous in
agreeing that it was worth the trip. Total mileage from
my house and back was 234 miles. A brand new
member, Tom Poellinger, was pleased to discover what
his stock YJ Wrangler could accomplish.
Thanks to Ladell for tailgunning.
Andy Lucas, Trail Boss
Thanks to Jim Bowan for tail gunning.
Ladell Olson, Trail Boss
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Automatic External Defibrillator
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, Bob Scholl, Run Chairman
Trail Talk
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“Sunshine” 
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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. 
March 2012
Tomcat Pass
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Wednesday, February 08, 2012
even Jeeps met at Paso de Oro, aired down and
hoped nothing would break on the way up.
The trip up this challenging trail was tougher
than usual today but all made it without incident.
We were rewarded by a spectacular view of Havasu, the
lake and the Mojave Desert on a sunny 70 degree day,
much different from the gale force winds that we endured
on our last trip.
Thanks to all those who helped the trail boss get out of
trouble by carefully and strategically placing rocks and a
special thanks to Dick Thomas for a great tailgating job.
He even kept track of Ladell, a task which some believe is
no cinch.
Andy Lucas, Trail Boss
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Whipple Wash
ebruary 9th was one of those wonderful winter
days we have in Havasu, so 10 jeeps decided to
take advantage of it and stir up a littler dust in
the desert. They still haven‟t started the road
construction near the Bill Williams River so we buzzed
right through to our air down area.
We made our way down Whipple Wash to the cave and
that is where Frank Travis decided to entertain the group
by successfully driving in and out of the cave. Great Job!
Like someone said when you look at the cave from the
road it doesn‟t look too bad, but when you get up close OH
MY GOSH!
We traveled through the beautiful canyon with the sheer
cliffs and then decided to have lunch. The run was almost
over but everyone agreed that it was too early and the
weather was too beautiful to head home, so we did B&D
Roulette Mine run. On the run we came upon a burro that
just stood there and watched us hoping that we had
brought him some carrots. Sorry…..Connie Wilke ate all
of hers at lunch time. Since we didn‟t have a good track of
this run Mike Y. kept us pointed in the right direction and
did a great job of it because we all made it out together.
Brent Keller was the tail gunner and did an excellent
job.....you are hired.
Willie Williams, Trail Boss
Tomcat Pass
Photo By: Andy Lucas
Anna Hofstetter is recovering
from shoulder surgery.
Robert and Mary Drayton are
recovering from an auto accident
which happened earlier in the
month.
Best wishes for a speedy recovery
and hope to see you on the trails
soon.
Photos By: Willie Williams
Trail Talk
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March 2012
Driving 101 & 102
Class
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riday Feb. 10th 2012 we were to meet at Sara
Park, and while we were waiting, jeeps were
arriving, and arriving, and arriving, to a grand
total of 25. You could have knocked me over
with a feather; it looked like the parking lot of the
convention center in Las Vegas.
101 Class: Consisted primarily of basic 4 wheeling
techniques, such as the use of 2 wheel vs. 4 wheel drive
use, braking in both modes, traversing both up hill and
downhill, loose terrains, an explanation of center of
gravity as it pertains to jeeps, the use of tow straps and
where to store it and the wench controller. And a
question and answer session.
102 class: An explanation and discussion on tire
placement, the location of both front and rear
differentials while traversing obstacles, picking lines
through and around and over obstacles, approach angles,
and ground clearances in general. After lunch, we all
practiced the above in the Bowling Alley, and everyone
did a fantastic job, I was amazed. And yes, a couple of
vehicles got hung up, and of course this also was a
learning lesson. But all in all, I think it was a worthwhile
day spent with some very fine members of our club, and I
hope they had as much fun as we did.
After class was over, and it was only 2:30pm, we had
some folks that still wanted to play, so there were 8 jeeps
that continued down Cat Tail and we played on the rest
of the obstacles. And low and behold, they went over
everything, what a great ending for the day.
Special thank you to Steve Perry, John Strong, Bill Trunk
& Mike Beets for their assistance, and it was dearly
needed with this size of a group.
Snake & Willie Williams, Trail Boss
Photo By: Bruce Speirs
Piute – Old Woman –
Stepladder – Turtle Mtns.
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February 12, 2012
ight jeeps with 13 members and one guest
departed Terrible‟s at 8 AM as we had a long
way to go. We exited I-40 at Mountain Springs
and went south west on old Route 66. Turned
south and entered a corridor trail through the Piute
Mtns Wilderness. Solitude and four burros greeted us. We
played on some interesting rocks and then continued,
passing the Little Piutes, arriving at the Cooper King Mine
in the Old Woman Mtns. We feasted on good food,
incredible vistas, old mining relics, and scooped up
delicious quartz and mineral samples for dessert. As we
were leaving Steve Perry called out “ Houston, we may
have a problem.” Seems the bolts on a front shock
„went south‟ so we immediately huddled and slapped on a
quick H4W fix. That lasted about 500 feet, so Steve
jumped out and proclaimed “We don‟t need no stink‟n
shock absorber” and off it came. As we bumped along
south – a few jeeps strangely much heavier than before - we
got a good view of the old gal herself - the rock formation
and name sake of the Old Woman Mtns. She watched us
disappear east across the Ward Valley . We then entered
another corridor road that splits the Stepladder and Turtle
Mtns. We finally arrived at Brown‟s Mining Camp and
soaked up the history, poked through old relics, scoped out
vistas and snapped photos. With our fun meters full we
headed out for home, arriving same at 6 PM. A long drive
and a long day to the middle of nowhere you say? That‟s
the price of admission to see old mining stuff, cool rocks,
and unending vistas few trouble to visit. I value it a 4X4
run that‟s worth all the “gold in them „thar hills!” A
“thanks‟ to Steve and Kathy Perry for tail gunning.
Bruce Speirs – Trail Boss
Photo By: Willie Williams
Trail Talk
tread lightly!
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LEAVE A GOOD IMPRESSION
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March 2012
Mc Guffies Cabin Back Way
If you have a change of home
address, (in Havasu for the
winter) please let us know so
we can correct our records and
make sure your newsletter
gets to you each month.
Remember, its your job to
notify us!
Bob or Wanda 928/505-6579
bw_scholl@frontiernet.net
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ix jeeps left the Scenic Turnout, February 13th,
with 13 people at 8:40am for a 108.8 mile
journey. The Rawhide Mountain Range area
holds several mines such as Rawhide, Cleopatra,
New England, Cactus Queen, Deer Trail, Bonanza, Little
Kimble, Big Kimble, McGuffie, Shanno, Lake, Maggie and
Loves. The Rawhide trail between the Pipeline and
McGuffie Road have a ton of trails. We had lunch at
McGuffies Cabin (48.8 mi.) then viewed the watercatchment and Pictographs. We exited Alamo Road via
Slot Canyon and aired up at Boriana Mine intersection
area at 4:08. Thank you Mike Yahrmarkt for being our
Tail Gunner.
John Strong, Trail Boss
Photo By: John Strong
Desert Bar to Roadrunner
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February 14, 2012
upid laid out a Valentine‟s Day 4X4 run &
luncheon treat for 18 members and one guest.
Our 10 jeeps took the back way route to the
Desert Bar. The first water fall was climbed by
all with no difficultly and in spite of the sun blazing
directly into our eyes we also noticed the first sign of
spring as a few flowers were showing. We stopped at the
Grey Eagle Mine to inspect the mine workings left by
those hardy souls from the days of old. Back in the jeeps
and off we went. We bumped and climbed and the more
we bumped the hungrier we got. We passed the closed
Desert Bar and continued down the canyon. Finally we
made it to the air up spot at SR 95. As we were driving to
the Roadrunner Cafe on the Colorado River it got cooler
and rain threatened. We arrived to find our reserved
tables on the floating dock and proceeded to order up the
vittles. The winning pick of the day was their open face
prime rib steak sandwich special – yummy! Trish Reister
played Cupid‟s helper and made sure everyone got lip
smacking good candy kisses. A “thank you” to Ladell and
Judy Olson for Tail Gunning.
Kathlyne Speirs, Trail Boss
The Cow Bell
The coveted ding-dong
Goes to:
“follow the dust”
I love
this Bell!
Ladell Olson
Photo By: Kathlyne Speirs
Trail Talk
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March 2012
Planet Mine
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February 15, 2012
ven though it was breezy and cloudy there
were thirteen jeeps that decided to ignore the
weather and make this run. After airing down
our first stop was in the short, but very scenic
slot canyon. A little farther down the wash everyone had
a chance to play on the little hill which is a good test for
what lies ahead.
As we headed down Mineral Wash, to our lunch spot,
everyone got a chance to see how much dirt had been
moved around at the Mineral Hill Mine. After our
tummy‟s were full we headed to the no name mine, and
as usual the bats came out to say hello. A little farther
down the trail we came to the copper producing Planet
Mine which was established in 1863. Slowly a town grew
around the mine, appropriately named Planet, so we
then stopped at the post office that was established in
1902. Other than the post office and adobe remnants of
a building, there is no indication of where the people
might have lived. From the post office you get a good
view of what was the Planet Ranch. Mother Nature is
quickly reclaiming the area.
We made it to the air up spot with only a few sprinkles.
Guess we were lucky as the streets in Havasu were very
wet. A special Thank You to Larry & Patti Gant for
being tail gunners.
Willie Williams, Trail Boss
Photo By: Tom Bunnell
Cabin Run & Hot Dog Cook
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(Level 3.0)
n February 16th we had 23 jeeps that met at the
kiosk and were split into 2 groups. Ron
Satterfield took one group on a level 2 run that
was about 4 miles shorter than my run. We all
ended up at the cabin within 10 minutes of each other. The
day before it was very stormy and rained and I was afraid it
would rain on the run day but the weather was blue sky all
day and no wind or dust. We went through 105 hot dogs
that were donated by Jim Lund from Albertson‟s. I could
not have done this run if it were not for the help of Gary
Wiskus and Ron Satterfield. We all spent many hours
planning it all out and it came off without a hitch. Thanks
to Snake Williams for tail gunning.
Tom Bunnell, Trail Boss
Cabin Run & Hot Dog Cook
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Photo By: Penny Leistiko
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Red Line
n Monday, January 30th, six Jeeps met at
the kiosk at Standard Wash to air down and
run the Red Line trail run. The run went
well with no problems. Thanks to Don and
Louise Flood for tail gunning.
Ladell Olson, Trail Boss
Trail Talk
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(Level 2.0)
was co-leader with Tom Bunnell on this run. We
had two groups, the run I took was about a level 2.
We went the short way, about 19.5 miles direct to the
Cabin. We did take some extra credit for those who
wanted the challenge.
We were able to contact Tom‟s
group by CB radio on a ridge just before dropping into
West Mohave Wash. Tom‟s group was North of us on Lost
Trails portion of his run. I had a great group of Jeepers, as
we continued on to the Cabin on a long bouncy run with no
complaints. This was my first run as a Trail Boss, thanks to
Tom Bunnell and his help. Thanks to Gary Wiskus for
being my tail gunner. It was a fun trip.
Ron Satterfield, Trail Boss
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 t he message, be satisfied with what ya got!
March 2012
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K-2
Lessons Learned
ix Jeeps left Standard Wash, February, 21 with 11
people for a 42.9 mile run. Everyone did a great job of
driving during our challenging areas. We had lunch on
the top of K-2 near the water catchment that is still in
need of repair. Everyone was airing up shortly after 3:00 in
Havasu Heights. Thank you Mike Yahrmarkt for being tail
gunner and Ladell Olson for another trail repair.
Place a knife in easy reach so you
can cut through your seat
belts if necessary.
e.g.: Velcro to dash
John Strong, Trail Boss
February's
50/50
Winner
Was
Patty Hoppe
$98.50
Photo By: John Strong
Tiny but Tough, these combinations of algae and fungus can live for
long periods in a wide range
of harsh environments. There are hundreds of species in the southwestern United States, including leafy forms and lowgrowing crustose species resembling a thick layer of paint.
Lichens consist of algae and fungus growing together in a symbiotic relationship. The lichen body is composed of algal
cells living inside a compact mass of fungal tissue. The algae are photosynthetic and provide the fungus with
carbohydrate nutrients. The delicate algal cells also gain mechanical protection from hostile climatic conditions by
being tightly enveloped in a dense meshwork of fungal filaments. They are found not only in hot and sandy
environments but also in harsh, cold and icy conditions. Lichens are generally considered as being “pioneer plants” and
are able to live in conditions in which other plants cannot survive. Many of them have been estimated to have life spans
of decades and even centuries.
Photos of Lichens & Petro glyphs taken by Andy Lucas near Castle Mountains
Trail Talk
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March 2012
Gold Spring Run
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February 18th, 2012
fter airing down 20 jeeps, and the drivers meeting
at the kiosk in Standard Wash, we started the run.
This run starts off quite easy and progressively
becomes more difficult, with I believe a total of six
waterfalls. We had a mix of experienced and new members, as
well as 8 guests, and a variety of vehicle equipment on this
run, which made it very interesting for me as well as the new
members who have not been on this run.
The first water fall encountered stands your jeep up almost to
the vertical, and as a spotter you get to see the facial
expressions on the drivers who have not been up these
obstacles, which is most interesting. Some are pie eyed, jaw
muscles protruding out past their ear lobes, lips pinched tight,
and their hands having a death grip on the steering wheel.
And when they top the waterfall, their face returns back to its
natural shape only with a big smile from ear to ear, and they
are now breathing again. And of course there is a BIG B.S.
session at the top with each story somewhat exaggerated with
laughter and giggles mixed in. As the day progressed, and the
obstacles came and went, we entered Hawks Nest which
provided additional comments and some more giggles over the
C.B. Upon exiting the canyon, we circled up for lunch.
After our bellies were full, we were off again headed towards
more challenges. The most notable were the ups & downs,
brown shorts hill, and the end of Rattler Pass with the three
tier stair step waterfalls near Black Falls. It may be noted,
that everyone did an excellent job of driving, and taking care
of those in front and behind them. What a great group ! ! ! ! !
Thanks to John Strong for tail gunning and to Bill Trunk for
his assistance, and also to Willie for trash pickup, and the
pruning of some of the brush & trees along the trail.
A.G. & Sandy Fiddler
3381 Palo Verde N.
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86404
928/680-9431
ontheroofr@frontiernet.net
Mike & Linda Gephardt
3261 Palo Verde S.
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
907/598-1020 907/595-1362
gephardt@artic.net
Snake Williams, Trail Boss
Edward & Cynthia Sergott
1065 Montrose Drive
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406
928/680-7344
edsergott@npgcable.com
Photo By: Willie Williams
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Jim & Linda
Young
3013 Mescalero
Drive
Lake Havasu
City, AZ
86404
541/733-1199
541/723-1169
super_sport@frontiernet.net
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Havasu 4 Wheelers
Lending a Hand
Arizona State Flag
Community
Service
Donations
At the February General Meeting, members voted on three
(3) community service charities they would like to support.
The charities receiving the most votes were:
Havasu Community Health Foundation
Hospice
Food 4 Kids
The various agencies will be contacted and invited to the
March meeting to be presented their checks.
Connie Hoppe, Community Service Chairman
The state flag of Arizona “represents the copper star of
Arizona rising from a blue field in the face of a setting
sun” (quote from legislation).
In 1911 a rifle team from the Arizona Territory was
scheduled for a competition match in Ohio and needed a
flag to represent their team. Charles Harris (the Adjutant
General of the territory) quickly designed what was to
become the Arizona state flag (Arizona was admitted to
the Union in 1912 - this flag became the official flag of
Arizona in 1917).
The 13 gold and red “beams” or “rays” on Arizona‟s flag
represent the sun setting over the western desert and the
original 13 colonies (red and gold colors were also carried
by Coronado‟s Spanish expedition in search of the Seven
Cities of Cibola in 1540).
The Havasu 4 Wheelers Nominating Committee,
presented the following slate of officers for the
2012-2013 Jeeping Season at the
February General Meeting.
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The center star signifies copper production (Arizona
produces more copper than any other state in the
country). The field of blue is the same “liberty blue” as the
United States flag. Blue and “old gold” are also Arizona‟s
official state colors.
President: Cheryl MacLean
Vice President: Jim Bowen
Secretary: Diana Liston
Treasurer: Ro Beets
Membership: Janet Drew
Member at Large: John Strong
Member at Large: Gary Wiskus
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There were no nominations from the floor making a
written ballot for those positions unnecessary. The new
board will be presented at the March meeting and
assume duties on April 1st (no fooling!)
HI
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Buy 1 Combo or
Speciality Meal,
get 1 for $1.00
2200 MESQUITE AVENUE
LAKE HAVASU CITY, AZ 86403
(928) 855-8932
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Iron & Metal
Roster Changes
Phone number corrections:
Mike & Mee Dickerson 928-854-3131
Change of Address:
Joe & Deena Hazlett
1990 McCulloch Blvd. D-151, LHC 86403
(928) 855-6344
JACK’S
Established 1973
H4W Member
AUTO PARTS &
MACHINE SHOP
STEEL DISTRIBUTORS
Rebar • Channel • Angle • Strap • Plate • Pipe
Beam • Tubing • Ornamental Iron Supplies
ALUMINUM/STAINLESS DISTRIBUTORS
FAX (928) 855-5288
Angle • Channel • Strap • Tubing • Sheet Plate
Shearing • Sawing • Rebar Fab • Hole Punching
1909 COMMANDER DRIVE
LAKE HAVASU CITY, AZ 86403
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OPEN 6 DAYS - MON THRU SAT
855-3011
1551 Palo Verde S.
For All Your
Auto Parts & Paint Needs
We Are ASE Certified
Paint Specialist
March 2012
March
Birthday’s
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
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu
Fri
Sat
2010/2011 Executive Officers:
President……………….……………..Cheryl MacLean
Vice President………….……………....…...Bob Scholl
Secretary……….………………………………..……..Ro Beets
Treasurer……..………………….….Loretta Robinson
Voting Members:
Immediate Past Pres…………….Bruce Speirs
At Large……….……………….……. Jim Hofstetter &
Janet Drew
Committees:
Advertising…………………….…Tom Christiansen
Audit……………………………………………Willie Williams
By-Laws………………………………………….....Steve Riley
Community Service…………….Connie Hoppe
Desert Clean-Up …………………....Sue Guibord
Events…………………..……..Rodger & Diana Delk
Historian…………………...…….…………Connie Hoppe
Merchandise…..…...Anna & Jim Hofstetter
Membership……………………………..… Janet Drew
Newsletter Editor………………...Wanda Scholl
Public Land……………….…….……….…...Jim Bowen
Runs………………………………..…………......…..Bob Scholl
Safety………………………….……………...…….…...Bob Drew
Sunshine…………………………………....….Lisa Bunnell
Webmaster………………..Dennis Kreuzenstein
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Anniversary, please let us know so
we can correct our records.
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Lowell Owen
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Janice Farr
Madeline
Tingle
June Keller
Byron
Pohlman
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Kenny Lusk
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Ro Beets
Margie
Callaghan
Marlene
Marchus
Myrna
Larsen&Tom
Poellinger
Al Pepper
Brent Keller
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Bruce Joy
David Billick
Dick
Jernigan
Gary Parks
Bob Torson
Jay Wolcott
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Diane Davis
Loretta
Robinson
Jerry Hoppe
Judy
Thuneman
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Tom Bunnell
Sharon
Husted
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Robert
Herbster
Joanne
Malara
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John Rawls
Ron Tingle
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$11.00
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Baseball
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H4W Win or 2 for $5.00
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March 1st - Larry & Betty Woosley
March 2nd - Gary & Alice Parks
March 3rd - Mike & Linda Gephardt
March 5th - Jim & Ginny Frush
March 5th - Larry & Julie Lutz
March 6th - Keith & Nancy Schweizer
March 10th - Pete & Mary Monia
March 13th - Chuck & Sue Guibord
March 19th - Dick & Rachel Jernigan
March 19th - Mike & Cheryl MacLean
March 23rd - Gary & Carol Wiskus
March 28th - Ron & Madeline Tingle
March 31sr - Tony & Annie Planas
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855-4404
1675 MESQUITE AVE.
LAKE HAVASU CITY
“RATED THE BEST
BY OUR CUSTOMERS”
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“The Colorado River Home For All Your Jeep Needs”
Farrell’s
Open 7 Days
855-2120
Steakhouse & Saloon
4501 N. London Bridge Road
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86404
(928) 764-3800
LONDON BRIDGE RD.
505-8030
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Lake Havasu City, AZ
(Across from Movies Havasu)
Havasu
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HIGHWAY 95
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THE BEST MEXICAN FOOD
ON THE COLORADO RIVER
& HOME OF THE FAMOUS
"MARIACHI MARGARITA"
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SERVICE
AND PERFORMANCE
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2010 Holly Ave.
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
(928) 855-0600
Fax (928)855-7272
GENUINE BROASTED CHICKEN & RIBS
All Our Food Is Cooked To Order, Not Cooked Ahead
Homemade Food „ Assortment of Fried Foods „ Homemade Desserts
Beer & Wine „ 100% Cholesterol Free Oil
Lake Havasu City, AZ….410 El Camino Way
Kingman, AZ ………..4120 Stockton Hill Rd
Phone: 928-680-4441
Phone: 928-757-8770
Larry Perger
1690 McCulloch Blvd. Suite 102
(Safeway Plaza)
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
Cell 928/486-2879
www.LakeHavasuRealEstateAgent.com
When you purchase services or merchandise from our advertisers, please make them aware that you are
from the Havasu 4 Wheelers. This is the only way they know that you ... Support Our Advertisers
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Our Great Advertisers
2012
Carburetion
Specialties
“Jeep’s - Our Specialty”
Quality Carburetor Repairs On:
*Holly *Carter *Weber *Zenith
*Stromberg *Predator *Rochester
Off Road - On Road - Marine
Street Rods - Race Cars - Antiques
Over 50 Years Experience
928/854-7653
We Aim to Please
171 Swanson Ave. Ste. 100
928/453-8339
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
FORD
CERTIFIED
“A Family Owned Business”
720 N. Lake Havasu Ave.
Lake Havasu City, Arizona
Larry & Dave Gerchman
928-505-4499
BUS TOURS &
GROUP CRUISES
leaving from LHC
4065 Northstar Drive Australia & New Zealand
October 15-29, 2012
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406
Space is limited
928 680-4142
RESERVE NOW!
Gordon & Patty Bartlett
Visit our Web Site
www.Bartlett Tours.com for our full schedule
Automotive A/C - Off Road Accessories
We Service Most All Makes & Models
Honest, Old Fashion Service At Affordable Prices!
2120 McCulloch Blvd.
Lake Havasu City, Arizona 86403
1115 Aviation Drive, Unit D
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86404
855 -1818
Tammy Pray § Owner
- SUPPORT OUR ADVERTISERS THEY HELP MAKE YOUR CLUB NEWSLETTER POSSIBLE!
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2012
2144 McCulloch Blvd.
Lake Havasu City
928/852-2144
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!
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!
Large Group Accommodations & Catering
Sandwich & Wrap Trays, Salads too
Full Bar - Beer & Cocktails
Make Schlotzsky’s your meeting place
Quality Work, Dependable & Reasonable
Cleaning Havasu Since 1999
Fast, Free Estimates - 24 Hour Service by Appt.
928/505-8646
Engines - Truck & RV‟s
Steam Cleaning - Sand Blasting
 Sidewalks
 Driveways
 Masonry
 Wood Decks
 Mobil Homes
 Stucco Buildings
 Shopping Centers
 Parking Lots/Garages
Rich & Donna Arney - H4W Members
DOREEN CASTELS
Direct:
(928) 505-HOME(4663)
Toll Free:
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(866)473-5542
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Fax:
TT iate Br
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(928)505-4649
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lynette@lynettefisher.com
Owner - Manager
Bridge
Travel
Center, Inc.
(928) 855-7900
FAX (928) 855-5353
30 S. Acoma Blvd.
Lake Havasu City, AZ
Suite 104
86403
LYNETTE FISHER‟S Team One
1990 N. McCulloch Blvd., Ste 109
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
(Corner of Smoketree Ave/Swanson Ave)
MOHAVE
KELLER
WILLIAMS
Arizona Living Realty
ELECTRIC
COMMERCIAL
RESIDENTIAL
24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE
COMMERCIAL
RESIDENTIAL
NEW CONSTRUCTION
REMODEL SERVICE
Tom Otero
LicensedBondedInsured
(928)505-3209
AZ Contr. Lic. #146501
Like a good neighbor,
State Farm is there.®
ALEX ROSS
Agent, H4W Member
2138 McCulloch Boulevard
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
(928) 855-ROSS (7677)
STATE FARM INSURANCE CO.
Fax: (928) 855-2539
HOME OFFICE: BLOOMINGTON, IL
Supply
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
Call: 928/680-0201
Ross & Marlene
Hobday
Mirage
H4W MEMBERS
POOL & SPA ● SERVICE & REPAIR
Since 1981
INDUSTRIAL & WELDING SUPPLY SOURCE
928.505.2826
HVAC/R • Fasteners • Gages • Hoses • Welding Supplies
Motor & Tool Sales/Repair • Bldg. Hardware • Work Clothing
Call For A Free Estimate
Jody & Holly Christensen
1081 N. Lake Havasu Ave. Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
(928) 453-3185 • 1-800-593-2074 • Fax (928) 453-6560
rosshobday@absupplyaz.com • www.absupplyaz.com
Serving Havasu Since 1995 ● Licensed & Insured
~ SHOP Lake HAVASU City ~
PHOENIX & VEGAS ALREADY HAVE ENOUGH BUSINESS !
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HAVASU 4 WHEELERS • HAVASU 4 WHEELERS • HAVASU 4 WHEELERS • HAVASU 4 WHEELERS • HAVASU 4 WHEELERS
H 4W
Havasu Four Wheelers
PO Box 1486
Lake Havasu City, AZ. 86405
PRSRT STD
U.S. POSTAGE PAID
LAKE HAVASU CITY, AZ
PERMIT NO. 235
Label
H4W
HAVASU 4 WHEELERS • HAVASU 4 WHEELERS • HAVASU 4 WHEELERS • HAVASU 4 WHEELERS • HAVASU 4 WHEELERS
- 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.
HAVASU 4 WHEELERS, PROUD MEMBERS
tread lightly!
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