Virtual 2020 Annual SFWDA Board of Directors Meeting - December 5th on Zoom

We would like to welcome everyone to join us online for our 2020 Annual BOD Meeting. This year due to COVID-19 we have decided to conduct this public meeting exclusively online. This will make it easier than ever before for everyone to join in and learn about what SFWDA has accomplished in 2020, as well as planned for 2021. We also have several important BOD positions up for election this year which are very important to the vitality of your Association. Please stay tuned for more details, or feel free to contact us directly as we prepare for the Annual Meeting.

Annual Board of Directors Meeting
Time: Dec 5, 2020 09:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
( Virtual Zoom Meeting - due to Covid-19 )

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SFWDA Event Schedule for Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion 2020

SFWDA joins The Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion once again! That’s right, our friends over at Great Smoky Mountain Club have invited SFWDA. Just as we have in the past years and as part of core non-profit mission we share experiences and educate off road best practices, and what better venue than at this awesome event once again in 2020.

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Several highly experienced, SFWDA Board of Directors Members have volunteered to conduct training classes, while we have a team of SFWDA Member Volunteers to moderate panel discussions and to man the SFWDA booths at this event.

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Michael Morrison of Morrison Outdoor Adventures will lead hand on Hi-Lift, Recovery Gear, and Winching Demonstrations.

For the first time this year we are providing free HANDS-ON off-road education. That’s right we will have a Jeep JK in the parking lot where our the one and only Michael Morrison from Morrison‘s outdoor adventures will be showing off his skills as a professional off-road instructor. Watch and learn as he demonstrates best practices

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FRIDAY

11 AM - Best Practices Off Road & TreadLightly! Introduction with Master Tread Trainers

1 PM - Off Road Navigation - From basic to advanced, we’ll cover it all with Jake White from Cartotracks

*2 PM - Recovery Gear - Learn about the different pieces of essential gear to build you own recovery kit.

SATURDAY

*10 AM - Hi-Lift Jack - Join us as we learn how to safely operate the Hi-Lift Jack and its many uses.

11 AM - Best Practices Off Road & TreadLightly! Introduction with Master Tread Trainers

1 PM - Best Practices Off Road & TreadLightly! Introduction with Master Tread Trainers

* 2 PM - Winching - Join us as we learn some advanced Winching practices hand on.

* Indicates Hand-On Outdoor Training Demo with Mike Morrison (in the parking lot)

All Classes are estimated at 1 hour.

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SFWDA is sponsoring a team of certified "Master Tread Trainers" to lead a series of totally free classes, you won't want to miss! We'll explain what SFWDA does to protect our trails and discuss how Tread Lightly! is vital to that mission. We'll also have Cartotracks leading a Off Road Navigation class!

Stop by to sit down with us for a quick class and you can qualify to win a SFWDA prize pack and maybe even a Dixie Run family pass. Drawings daily in our classroom. #OffRoadEducation #Treadlightly! #Cartotracks #MorrisonOutdoorAdventures #SFWDA

SFWDA returns to the Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion in 2020, even bigger and better!

The Southern Four Wheel Drive Association - SFWDA.org is excited to once again host the Annual "Off Road Education & Environmental Stewardship Workshop” at the GSM Jeep Invasion.

We will cover Tread Lightly principles as well as best practices on technical skills, along with trail safety topics. Watch our video series of short films covering topics We will also cover topics like Vehicle Rollover Recovery, Spotting, Safe Hi-Lift jack Operation,Trail Etiquette, and discuss best practices in each scenario. Learn the techniques to safely navigate through your next off road adventure!

Jake White from CartoTracks will be joining us in our classroom for a special 1hr limited availability totally FREE Off Road Navigation Course.

For the first time this year we are providing free HANDS-ON off-road education. That’s right we will have a Jeep JK in the parking lot where our the one and only Michael Morrison from Morrison‘s outdoor adventures will be showing off his skills as a professional off-road instructor. Watch and learn as he demonstrates best practices #TreadLightly! #Cartotracks #MorrisonOutdoorAdventures #GSMJI #SFWDA

To learn more visit www.SFWDA.org

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You can now register for SFWDA Trailfest 2020 online!

Join the Southern Four Wheel Drive Association for Trailfest 2020, May 15 through May 17, 2020. Trailfest 2020 will be held at Hawk Pride Mountain Offroad Park, Tuscumbia, AL this year. The park is located just east of Huntsville, AL a short ride off Highway 72 has fantastic facilities to go along with numerous and varied selection of trails.

Trailfest is one of two key events for SFWDA each year and this year's event will be the best ever with a number of new activities.

Our event schedule will include Excursion Rides on Friday Afternoon and Saturday. The excursions will take you to some beautiful scenic local vistas.

Trailfrest is all inclusive, meaning that your admission ticket is all you have to buy. All day riding, the family fun zone, and educational courses, just like all of the guided trail rides you want are included at no additional charge.

All pricing includes the cost of camping onsite. Single day and weekend tickets are available. Saturday is the main event day. Daily Tickets start at just $40 per person. SFWDA with the support of our key Business Partners will be conducting a raffle on Saturday evening. The event will also include a Kids play area and other family friendly activities.

Come join us to share a great weekend in Alabama and support your Southern Four Wheel Drive Association.

Hawk Pride Mountain Off Road Park

www.hawkpridemountainoffroad.com

May 15-17, 2020

Full Weekend Driver Passes
are your Best Value

Early Online Registration discounts of $20 per person run through March 19th.
Register online until May 2 to save $10.
Day passes just $40 per person.

#BFGoodrich #BFG #BuiltonBFG
#Warn #GoPrepared
#SFWDA #Trailfest2020 

We are all excited to announce TrailFest 2020. Early registration is scheduled to begin on March 1, 2020 so register early and save $$$.

Summer SFWDA Meet & Ride 2019 at Trials Training Center - The Cove Ride - July 13th

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It’s almost here. The ride people have asked for over and over is coming back again to The Cove. Come join SFWDA for our upcoming and totally free Meet & Ride through the majestic and mysterious “Coppingers Cove” July 13th. Membership not required. We will be accepting donations for A Soldiers Child Charity. This is sure to be a cool way to enjoy the trails during he heat of the summer! The best part is we’re leading varied difficulty level groups in and out with the assistance of local knowledgeable volunteer SFWDA members to make sure we see all the best stuff.

We will be meeting up at 8 AM Central at the Trials Training Center who also has RV slips, Cabins, and Primitive Camping options available. Reservations can be made for lodging direct through TTC.

Local and fellow SFWDA Club; Scenic City 4 WD Drive is hosting this event for us. This club is local to the Cove and know the trails very well. They will be our guides for the day to lead on the adventure.

There is no fee to ride these trails or attend the event. We are asking all attendees help us to contribute all proceeds in honor of A Soldiers Child Foundation. This great charity supports families of soldiers in times of need. Cash donations will be accepted directly at the event before we hit the trails at 9 AM Central.

When we do split up into groups we will divide into varying difficulty levels so that everyone who attends enjoys themselves and comes back to TTC safe and sound. After the day trip through the Cove we will return to the parking lot at TTC. A packed lunch is suggested and lots of water is required along with standard safety gear, and maybe a CB radio within your vehicle.

Last but not least. There will also be a Raffle with a variety of prizes from SPIDERWWEBSHADE and TREADLIGHTLY! .

No membership is required. Come on out and ride with SFWDA.
See You There……

#sfwda #trialstrainingcenter #coppingerscove #meet&ride

Dixie Run 33 is going LIVE - Registration opens up at 8 AM - Wednesday June 12th

Join the Southern Four Wheel Drive Association for the 33nd edition of the premier Southeastern U.S. trail riding event. Join hundreds and hundreds of like minded four wheel drive enthusiasts as we bring our 33rd Annual event to the acclaimed Adventure Off Road Park, in South Pittsburg, TN.

Online ticket sales are going live at 8 AM Eastern on Wednesday, June 12th. Register Here

Driver Weekend Tickets will be just $90 for vehicle through July 7th.

Our event schedule will include Excursion rides on Friday afternoon and Saturday to some beautiful scenic local vistas; scheduled trail rides at the park, Ladies Only rides,Free Hands-On OHV Educational Classes, and much much more!.

All weekend pricing includes access to the trails at AOP, a Saturday night dinner, and camping on site for one night, or the whole weekend. SFWDA and our supporting Business Partners will be supporting a huge raffle on Saturday evening.

Learn More… https://www.sfwda.org/dixierun

#sfwda #dixierun #dixierun33

Trailfest 2019 Schedule of Events - Welcome SFWDA members to Hawk Pride Mountain Offroad

Schedule of Events

* Guided Trail Rides - Fri - Sun 9 AM-3 PM
* Guided Excursion Rides - Fri 1 PM & Sat 11 AM
* Food Trucks Service - All Day Fri, Sat & Sun
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* Vendors Ride - Fri 4 PM 
* Family Movie Night - Fri 7:30 PM
* Lady Drivers Train & Ride Session - Sat 9 AM
* Train & Ride (5 Systems) Session - Sat 10 AM 
* Teen Drivers Train & Ride -Sat 1 PM
* Driving Obstacles Training Session - Sat 2-5 PM
* Kids Field Games - Sat 3-4 PM
* “Digital Digs” Family Scavenger Hunt 5 PM
* Main Event Dinner - Saturday 5-7 PM
* Awards & Announcements - Sat 7PM
* Premium Members Exp. - Sunday 9 AM

Trailfest 2019 is almost here. A few things to note before you head to Hawk Pride.

Join SFWDA this coming Memorial Day Weekend for our 16th Annual Trailfest. Weather forecast is looking great for and the trails are primed and ready for some action. It will be hot so be sure to bring sunblock, and lots of water for your coolers while out on the trails.

Wristbands and Tickets will all be available to everyone at the Main Gate, including those who pre-ordered. Due to an issue with our windshield stickers we withheld mailing tickets.

So, if you have already purchased online your tickets have been prepared for pick up, and you can find your envelope at Will Call.

Each person with a paid admission will receive a raffle ticket for our Main Raffle Saturday night. You can purchase additional tickets at $1 each and increase your chances at winning some amazing prizes from Top Sponsors like BFGoodrich, and WARN, and lots more. This you wont want to miss!

Accommodations - If you are staying at hawk Pride and do not already have an RV slip or a Cabin reserved, not to worry. There is a TON of great dry and primitive camping. You will be directed to appropriate spot or general vicinity upon arrival. Open camping is first come otherwise. See you all soon!

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Registration & Tech Inspection
Schedule for Gate Operations -
16th Annual Trailfest 2019

Friendly Reminder *
All OHV's must pass a basic Safety Tech Inspection

Required :
Safety Belts, Fire Extinguisher, First Aid kit, Secure Battery

Optional : Cooler, Winch, Recovery Equipment, Body Anchor Points, CB Radio, Body Armor, Trail Map or GPS

* Thursday - Gate will be open to General Public All Day (must pay additional parks daily use fees)

Vendor Check In & Setup 12 Noon-8 PM

* Friday - Gate Open 8 AM - 8 PM

* Saturday - Gate Open 8 AM - 5 PM
* Sunday - Gate Opens 8 AM

Join SFWDA this coming Memorial Day Weekend at Hawk Pride Mountain Offroad!

Join SFWDA this coming Memorial Day Weekend for our 16th Annual Trailfest.

Trailfest is 3 days and nights worth of fun for the whole family! Explore miles and miles of amazing off road trails. Camping from tents to RV's are all welcome, with hot showers and bath facilities. Dinner on Saturday night. Free Top Notch Off Road Educational Courses, and a TON of Guided Trail Rides. This is all included!
Most importantly though you're supporting a core mission that benefits us all in the Off Road Community. All proceeds from our 501.c4 not-for-profit Association fund our Grants Program. Adopted to assist Parks, Clubs, and the whole Off-Road Community in an effort to preserve OHV trail access in the Southeast Region and educate others on Best Practices. We are proactively fighting to ensure our sport thrives on for many future generations.

Learn More about our Grant program and how it directly benefits us, and how you can put it to use. https://www.sfwda.org/grants