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This course will provide awareness on planning trips and conducting trips. This course is presented by Experienced Trip Leaders and provides practical advice and tips for our Club Members.
DESCRIPTION/LOCATION:
This is an easy day trip with no off road experience required, just a simple day out to take in some of Victoria's countryside and hopefully a lot of water coming over the Trentham falls. Explore Trentham township and enjoy a lunch before heading out to the falls. Should be good for fresh air and photos. After that we head for Woodend and head back home on the Calder Hwy
TRIP MEETING ADDRESS: Meeting at Rockbank BP Outbound - 10am for coffee etc
TRIP LEADER'S EMAIL ADDRESS: rechapple@bigpond.com
TRIP LEADER'S PHONE NUMBER: 0417 570 460
TYPE OF ACTIVITY: Trip
EVENT DETAILS:
TRIP/EVENT STANDARD: Easy
TRACK CLASSIFICATION: Easy - Green Circle
MINIMUM DRIVER TRAINING REQUIRED: None
ALL WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLE - (SOFT ROADER)?: Yes
PET FRIENDLY TRIP: No
RECOVERY EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
APPROPRIATE MAPS: Easy travelling on the western hwy - turn off at Myrniong to Blackwood and trentham.
APPROXIMATE DISTANCE: 200 klms approx
VEHICLE CONVOY NUMBERS: 8 vehicles
WAIT LIST REQUIRED: Waitlist Enabled for this event
OVERNIGHT ACTIVITY DETAILS: N/A
COSTS - ACCOMODATION/CAMPING:
Club meeting at Glen Waverley Bowls Club. Starting at 7:30pm. 3rd Wednesday of every month
TRIP LEADER'S NAME: Barry Walker (652)
DESCRIPTION/LOCATION: This is a mid-week trip and is the first week of the September-Victorian school holidays. This trip is suitable for all club members. We will be camping in the PDBC grassed camping area, there is a cost per vehicle for the camping and driving on the dunes, Price is $80 per 4x4 vehicle. We are only allowed 10 - 4x4 vehicles. The camping area is suitable for tents, camper trailers, medium caravans. The plan is to leave Melbourne early and arrive at the camping area by 1pm or earlier on the Tuesday so we will have time for a short drive in the afternoon to check out a few dunes. We will be returning home on Friday, as our booking is for 3 nights. The 2 full days will be spent driving and exploring the moving sand dunes to the north and the south of the entrance track. Payment: payment will be by EFT to me as I have to pay the PDBC invoice for the 10 4x4 vehicles as one payment. So, once you have paid me there will be no refund, if you find you can’t attend you will have to arrange for another Paj Club member to take your spot and they pay you the $80 or you lose your payment. (most likely there will be a waiting list). Once the bookings have been finalized, I will send out a mud map on how to find the camping area and my banking details. If in doubt, please ring me.
TRIP MEETING ADDRESS: We will meet at the Swan Lake costal park PDBC camping area. All members booked in will get a mud map on how to get there.
TRIP LEADER'S EMAIL ADDRESS: bwalker652@internode.on.net
TRIP LEADER'S PHONE NUMBER: 0411 413 267
TYPE OF ACTIVITY: EOI
TRIP/EVENT STANDARD: Easy to Medium
TRACK CLASSIFICATION: Medium - Blue Square
ALL WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLE - (SOFT ROADER)?: No
APPROPRIATE MAPS: Not required. A mud map on how to get to the camping area will be emailed out.
APPROXIMATE DISTANCE: Trip destination is about 900km round trip, no more than 80km running around on the dunes. It is a 70 to 80km round trip to the nearest fuel and shops, so bring extra fuel and everything you need for 3 days.
VEHICLE CONVOY NUMBERS: No Limit for EOI or Events
OVERNIGHT ACTIVITY DETAILS: Camping area is a large L shaped grassed area, 2 flush toilets, BYO toilet paper, fire rings, NO rubbish bins or showers. There is bore water at taps around the camping area. Could everyone please bring a bag of firewood, If there is a Ute or empty trailer we could collect some firewood, hopefully we will work it out before the trip. Clothing for both warm and cold weather.
COSTS - ACCOMODATION/CAMPING: There is a $80 fee for the 3 nights camping and sand driving. See info above.
To register for this trip please click the REGISTER button or log in to the Pajero Club Membership application HERE and complete the details requested. Remember: each membership is only entitled to a single booking - no booking on behalf of others
A basic course on navigation skills. By understanding the basics on map reading, plotting points and routes then students will gain skills and knowledge that they can apply when navigating in off-road situations.
TRIP LEADER'S NAME: Nas Foscarini (1933)
DESCRIPTION/LOCATION: Welcome to the 3rd Annual Pajero Club Fishing Competition. This is as much a social event as it is a fishing event. Attracting 30+ members in the past and growing. No 4WDing unless you find your own tracks or get stuck loading the boat. Event is held at the Nicholson River Holiday Park over a weekend. Cabins and camping sites available. Please ring direct to book. Details below. Most members arrive Friday or earlier ready for an early start to the fishing on Saturday. Bream or flathead are generally the most sort after fish in this area. Land based fishing available. Bring a boat or rent a kayak from the park. Moons and tides are in our favor for this event. Bring your best bait or tackle though as fishing in this area can be a challenge. We catch up Saturday at 4pm for judging and fivesies. The fisher man, woman or child with the biggest edible fish caught and presented to judges Nas & Ed by 4pm that day will be awarded a small prize and the honor of being our event champion. Judges decision is final. Remember, this is a fun, social comp. Participants are assumed to be joining in on our group dinner on Saturday night at the Nicholson River Hotel. Just a short stroll from camp. Let me know if you can't make dinner. Everyone is welcome. Kids have a great time too. Friday 9th October to Sunday 11th October. Nicholson River Holiday Park is a lovely park with good amenities and plenty of camping available right on the Nicholson River. Book early if interested. Let them know you are part of the Pajero Club. Call 03 5156 8348 for bookings.
TRIP MEETING ADDRESS: Nicholson River Caravan Park
TRIP LEADER'S EMAIL ADDRESS: nasman70@gmail.com
TRIP LEADER'S PHONE NUMBER: 0413 889 372
APPROPRIATE MAPS: Google Maps
APPROXIMATE DISTANCE: 600
VEHICLE CONVOY NUMBERS: 50 vehicles
OVERNIGHT ACTIVITY DETAILS: Nicholson River Holiday Park
COSTS - ACCOMODATION/CAMPING: TBA
TRIP LEADER'S NAME: Tony Jambu (1178)
DESCRIPTION/LOCATION: Due to popular requests, we have extended the track clearing weekend to include the Thursday and Friday. The area to be work on will possibly be in the Errinundra National Park and is a joint event with the Melbourne 4WD club, Friends of Errinundra NP and the LROC. We will be working on a number of smaller tracks and walking tracks like the Old Growth walk which have some big trees across them. PV will supply brush cutters and other tools. We will be base camping at Wilsons Hut. There are pre-requisites which we have to adhere to. Volunteers must (A) Have a WWCC (Working With Children Check). (B) Chainsaw operators to have the appropriate proficiency qualification. Last fuel stop is at Orbost or Delegate, NSW Be prepared for cold and wet conditions and bring all your food, water, camping and cooking gear for the weekend. It had snowed in previous years.
TRIP MEETING ADDRESS: Meet at DEECA/PV office - 312 Bonang Rd, Orbost VIC 3888
TRIP LEADER'S EMAIL ADDRESS: tjambu@gmail.com
TRIP LEADER'S PHONE NUMBER: 0419 852 628
TRIP/EVENT STANDARD: Medium
MINIMUM DRIVER TRAINING REQUIRED: Proficiency
APPROPRIATE MAPS: o 4WD Touring SE NSW and East Gippsland, Craig Lewis and Cathy Savage o Vicmaps 1:50K Murrindal-Yalmy, Deception Deddick, Goongerah-Ellery, Murrangower- Bemm River o CMA NSW 1:50K Delegate o Hema - East Gippsland and the Sapphire Coast o Rooftop Maps • Snowy River, McKillops Bridge, Lakes Entrance • Cann River, Orbost, Delegate
APPROXIMATE DISTANCE: Approx 100 km for the 2 days
OVERNIGHT ACTIVITY DETAILS: We will be base camping at Wilsons Hut.
COSTS - ACCOMODATION/CAMPING: Free Camping
TRIP LEADER'S NAME: Prue Hasler (1191)
DESCRIPTION/LOCATION: Come for 2, 3 or 4 days. Run concurrently with the Track Clearing 4 days. Explore old growth forests, cool temperate rainforests, alpine heights and a remote nature reserve. Featuring guided drives, short walks and evening talks on Thursday & Friday by senior botanist David Cameron (the track clearers are also welcome to attend these presentations) and a local ecologist. David Cameron: The former Senior Botanist at DEECA for 25 years, now an Honorary Fellow with the Arthur Rylah Institute, Botanical Curator of the Victorian Biodiversity Atlas Data Base, first employed by the Forests Commission in 1978 as their first botanist. Stationed at Orbost. The Gippsland Waratahs will be flowering by this time. Based at the Bendoc Hall each evening. Saturday evening will be a BBQ organised by Parks Victoria with assistance from others (BYO drinks), with presentations by Parks Victoria and others celebrating the 20th annual Track Clearing event. Participants may wish to split their time between track clearing and the drives (see the Track Clearing event notice for further information). If club members from the same vehicle wish to participate in different activities this may be possible through car pooling. Lunch will be your own picnic lunch in the bush each day. Full ambulance cover and RACV Total Care (or similar) is recommended. Full self sufficiency is required as there are no supplies or fuel available in Bendoc. The Bendoc Hotel has evening meals (including take away) available. This event will be jointly held with the Melbourne 4WD Club, the Land Rover Owners Club of Victoria and the Friends of Errinundra. Weather: Alpine environment, potentially cold and wet. We have had wet weather and snow in the past, so please bring clothing, footwear and camping gear suitable for the conditions and keep an eye on the weather forecast for the Alpine area. Road tyres suitable although all terrains are preferable. UHF radio, snatch strap, 2 rated shackles, front and rear recovery points. Clothing for wet and cold conditions, boots suitable for walking in the bush. All camping and cooking equipment, food and water for the event. First Aid kit. No supplies available in Bendoc.
TRIP MEETING ADDRESS: Bendoc Hall. Errinundra National Park and more
TRIP LEADER'S EMAIL ADDRESS: p.thwait@bigpond.net.au
TRIP LEADER'S PHONE NUMBER: 0439 890 688
APPROPRIATE MAPS: Rooftop Maps: Snowy River, McKillops Bridge, Lakes Entrance Cann River, Orbost, Delegate
APPROXIMATE DISTANCE: 200kms Bendoc to Bendoc. Bendoc is 450kms from Melbourne via Orbost
OVERNIGHT ACTIVITY DETAILS: Wilsons Hut (free camp), Marriot Track approx 5 kms from Bendoc with DEECA bush toilets. Hot showers available next to the Bendoc hall for a gold coin donation. Suitable for vans but recommend travelling via Cann River and Bombala if towing. Bendoc Hotel has limited number of rooms with shared facilities. Other accommodation may be available in Delegate
COSTS - ACCOMODATION/CAMPING: Wilsons Hut - free. Own cost at Bendoc Hotel and other venues
A full weekend of 4WD techniques in true off-road conditions. The weekend will include an introduction to the following skills: Winching basics, Chainsaw safety and basics, Snatch strap recoveries performed by participants, Tyre change, Jacking a vehicle on a incline, Towing, weight Distribution in campers and trailers, Mechanical maintenance, How to use an Exhaust Jack, Navigation basics.
Please Note: To register for this weekend you MUST have completed the Proficiency Training Course.
Practical at "The Block" in Tallarook
Course Fee: $220
DESCRIPTION/LOCATION: This is the 20th Annual Far East Gippsland track clearing with Parks Victoria. It is a significant event and Parks Victoria are planning to be there in numbers. Together with their new Chief Area Ranger. This will be a combined event between the Pajero Club, the Melbourne 4WD Club and Land Rover Owners Club of Victoria. I believe the Friends of Errinundra will also be involved. We will be officially running two trips. Trip 1 – 17th Saturday – 18th Sunday Oct Trip 2 – 15th Thursday – 16th Friday Oct This is for Trip 1, 17-18 Oct. The agenda is to do track clearing, track assessments and gate opening. There may not be much work in the Snowy National Park as the track are being repaired right now and won’t be completed until November. We may cover the Croajingolong NP too. More details to come closer to the weekend. Saturday night will be the BBQ night at the Bendoc community hall and we intend to have the 20th Celebration there with presentations from PV, Prue/John on the past 20 years and a photo show of the last 20 years from Tony. We are seeking both chainsaw operators and helpers in the ratio of 1:2. We are normally short on helpers so please come along and assist. Or just come along for the trip. For those that have just obtained your Chainsaw proficiency certificate this year, here is your chance to put your training and equipment to the test. Lots of opportunity to practice and volunteer your service. But as mentioned, we will need more ordinary helpers than chainsaw operators to move the cuttings and fallen branches. We may be required to work in the 3 National Parks • Snowy NP (Unsure) • Errinundra NP • Alpine NP • Croajingolong NP (TBC) Parks Victoria Rangers from Orbost, Cann River and possibly other offices will be involved and embedded in the groups going out. Again this year, we will be base camping at Wilson’s Hut just outside Bendoc. This is a lovely flat and green grassy area with a newly built toilet building and the lovely Wilson’s hut. There are 2 hot showers in available in Bendoc with gold coin donation. There are pre-requisites which we have to adhere to. Volunteers must have a current WWCC (Working With Children Check) card. Further details about the campsites and meeting places will be known closer to the date and participants will be asked for their preferences. If you do not have a WWCC card, it is free to apply for one and only takes 10 minutes online and a visit to the Post Office for those
TRIP MEETING ADDRESS: DEECA/PV office - 312 Bonang Rd, Orbost VIC 3888
APPROXIMATE DISTANCE: Approx 250km to be covered on forest roads and bush tracks including extended sections in 4WD.
OVERNIGHT ACTIVITY DETAILS: Again this year, we will be base camping at Wilson’s Hut just outside Bendoc. This is a lovely flat and green grassy area with a newly built toilet building and the lovely Wilson’s hut. There are 2 hot showers in available in Bendoc with gold coin donation
COSTS - ACCOMODATION/CAMPING: Free camping
TRIP LEADER'S NAME: Rod Chapple (1814)
DESCRIPTION/LOCATION: This trip is designed for those who like to base camp and do selected day trips. The terrain is easygoing with some soft sandy areas. I plan a couple of day trips to reconnoitre after the bushfires of last summer as parts of the NP were affected. The trees at "Snowdrift" were burnt and other sections were also affected. I hope to have a camp roast on one of the nights as this is a highlight on many of my trips. Also a dinner at the "Patchy Pub" is another great night out, followed by the standard campfire etc.. I have to leave on the Sunday due to family commitments however I encourage others to stay on for a day or 2 as there are other day trips to be had and enjoyed. There is plenty of fuel at the various towns on the way as well as at Patchywollock. You need to be self sufficient with food and water and drinks just in case.
TRIP MEETING ADDRESS: BP Rockbank Outbound
APPROPRIATE MAPS: Any standard roadmap covering NW Victoria
APPROXIMATE DISTANCE: 1000 -1200 Klms
WAIT LIST REQUIRED: Waitlist Disabled for this event
OVERNIGHT ACTIVITY DETAILS: Casuarina campground - Wyperfeld NP
COSTS - ACCOMODATION/CAMPING: Free camping - drop toilets - suggest you bring some firewood
TRIP LEADER'S NAME: Simon Garraway (799)
DESCRIPTION/LOCATION: DESCRIPTION/LOCATION: Continued maintenance of Jerico Cemetery and other points of interest within our allocated area, all of which is becoming easier each trip. Time permitting, we will include side trips to Matlock, Woods Point and a couple of mine sites, one of which rarely has visitors ... yes, a walk.... not difficult, just navigating a fallen tree, as always, your choice. Equipment like mowers, whipper snippers, hedge cutters, chain saw, cleaning equipment and fuel are supplied, all you need is PPE and enclosed footwear. Being a bush camp, you need to be self-sufficient in all aspects, there is no toilet. The campsite is good for all types of accommodations ranging from tents to reasonable clearance caravans. Most of the driving is easy, with magnificent views at times. A couple of moderate patches will find you in low range, but a standard Pajero has done it all. Those who have participated before, have always enjoyed the trip, learnt a lot and seen things in places and wondered how. TRIP MEETING ADDRESS: Base Camp, near the corner of Walhalla / Woods Point Road and Victor Spur track, approx. 32klm's past Thompson Dam wall. Detailed maps and directions will be emailed to you, as the base camp is approx. 250 metres from the intersection. I will be there late Thursday 29/10/2026 if anyone chooses to come early.
TRIP MEETING ADDRESS: Woods Point / Walhalla road and Victor spur track
TRIP LEADER'S EMAIL ADDRESS: simongarraway3134@yahoo.com
TRIP LEADER'S PHONE NUMBER: 0419 533 221
APPROPRIATE MAPS: Rooftop Woods Point / Walhalla
APPROXIMATE DISTANCE: aprox 250 klms Moe to Moe
OVERNIGHT ACTIVITY DETAILS: Bush camp near the intersection of Woods Point / Walhalla road and Victor Spur track
COSTS - ACCOMODATION/CAMPING: Free BUSH CAMPING
TRIP LEADER'S NAME: Fred Farrugia (433)
DESCRIPTION/LOCATION: A VISIT TO THE BEGA VALLEY AND THE SAPPHIRE COAST Expression of Interest Join Myself and Jan Pearce my partner for a 4-day adventure through the beautiful Bega Valley and Sapphire Coast of New South Wales over the Melbourne Cup weekend. Jan is a local and lives in Bega and together we have planned a trip that will be a wonderful opportunity to explore, photograph, and experience some of the region’s most scenic and interesting destinations, including Eden, Pambula, Merimbula, Bega, Tathra, and Candelo. One highlight of our visit will be to Candelo. The village’s has a long-running 1st Sunday of the month Fair and Market, where we can wander through the stalls, soak up the atmosphere, and discover local arts, crafts, produce, and treasures. Our Base The plan is to begin our trip on Friday morning, so I suggest arriving in the area on Thursday. We will base ourselves at the Bega Showground, where caravan sites are currently available with access to water and electricity, with toilets and showers available, for a modest $25 per night (price current at the time of writing). For those who prefer alternative accommodation, Bega also has a caravan park with cabins located approximately 1 kilometre from the showground. A Photographer’s Paradise The Sapphire Coast is a photographer’s dream, with beautiful coastal scenery, beaches, rivers, countryside, historic towns, and plenty of opportunities to capture the character and beauty of the region. There will be no shortage of photographic opportunities, and I’m sure many of the Sapphire Coast highlights will prove simply too irresistible not to photograph! Food and Local Flavours We will also be eating out quite a bit, visiting a selection of eating venues throughout the region and enjoying the culinary delights of the Sapphire Coast. From fresh local seafood to whatever else takes your fancy, there will be plenty of opportunities to savour the flavours of the area. An important part of the trip is also to support the local communities by contributing some much-needed tourism dollars to the towns and businesses we visit. A Special Farm Visit – Warwick Farm One of the highlights of the trip will be a special visit to Warwick Farm, where we will have the opportunity to experience a fourth-generation dairy farm first hand. Norm and Narelle Pearce—Norm being Jan’s first cousin—are highly respected and well-known farmers in the region. They will host us and give us an insight into the realities of modern dairy farming and life within a cooperative of farmers supplying milk to the Bega Cheese factory. We will visit the dairy during a milking session, giving us the chance to see the operation in practice. Following our visit to the dairy, we will enjoy afternoon tea at the farm’s Hipcamp. In the morning it is planned that Norm will take us along a private dirt road on the property to an Indigenous Biamanga area, including Mumbulla Falls—a very special opportunity to experience this beautiful part of the region. This will occur in the morning prior to the farm visit. Bega Cheese Heritage Centre No visit to Bega would be complete without a stop at the Bega Cheese Heritage Centre. Here we can taste some of the region’s famous cheeses, discover the history of dairy farming and cheese production in the Bega Valley, and browse and purchase local produce, and have a meal. The Spotted Cow Gallery is upstairs at the Centre. Talented local artisans display and sell their products, which includes paintings, woodwork, lead lighting, photos & decorative arts. We hope to pack a lot more into the four days so watch this space! Limited Places This is an Expression of Interest trip, and I will be limiting the group to six vehicles, plus my own. A broader information pack, including more details about the itinerary, costs, meeting arrangements, and other activities, will be shared at a later date. If you are interested in joining us for this special adventure through the Bega Valley and Sapphire Coast, please let me know your interest early, as places will be strictly limited. I hope you can join us for what promises to be a fantastic few days of photography, food, friendship, local experiences, and exploring one of the most beautiful regions of the NSW South Coast.
TRIP MEETING ADDRESS: Bega Show ground. 2 Upper Street Bega NSW. 9.00am Friday 30 Oct. 2016
TRIP LEADER'S EMAIL ADDRESS: fredfarrugia55@gmail.com
TRIP LEADER'S PHONE NUMBER: 0408 569 464
APPROPRIATE MAPS: Bega and sapphire coast
APPROXIMATE DISTANCE: All round trip to Bega and surrounds and return 1500k's
OVERNIGHT ACTIVITY DETAILS: Bega Show Ground. Local caravan park for cabins.
COSTS - ACCOMODATION/CAMPING: $25 per site per Day in Showground.
This course gives members a basic understanding of four-wheel driving and their vehicle, and will enable them to participate in most club trips appearing in the Club magazine.
DESCRIPTION/LOCATION: It's the TEN YEAR anniversary for Colin's Famous Bowling Night. Come along and help us celebrate and compete for the even more famous Pajero Club Perpetual Bowling Trophy. We'll be meeting out the front of the Zone Bowling Alley at 5:30pm. After the competition we'll go next door to the Fat Chef Restaurant for dinner. All are welcome!!
TRIP MEETING ADDRESS: Zone Bowling - Forest Hill Chase, Canterbury Rd, Forest Hill
TRIP LEADER'S EMAIL ADDRESS: colinhopwood21@gmail.com
TRIP LEADER'S PHONE NUMBER: 0423 267 612
TYPE OF ACTIVITY: Event
TRACK CLASSIFICATION: Unknown
APPROPRIATE MAPS: Google
APPROXIMATE DISTANCE: N/A
TRIP LEADER'S NAME: Damian De Rozairo (498)
DESCRIPTION/LOCATION: We just returned from our first trip to Botswana and its time to plan the 2027 adventure. This trip will take through Namibia and western Botswana. This trip will take in Namib Desert, Sossusvlei/Deadvlei, Atlantic coast, Skeleton Coast, Cape Cross, Damaraland, Kalahari, Okavango Delta, Moremi and Maun. I am still working on the exact routing and dates but we are aiming for the trip to be in August 2027. The trip is setup for August since its the best time of the year to see wildlife. I have organized a place that will rent us fully equipped Toyota Hilux vehicles with all the camping gear including roof top tents, water tanks and a fridge. This trip is ideal for people who want to explore, are ok with lots if U terns, happy to setup and tared down your camp daily (since we will do our own safari drives), setup camp late in the evening (since we will be driving to see animals at dusk) and would like an immersive experience with the people and animals of the region. This trip is not for people who want to be at camp by 3:00pm and setup for the evening. The best time to see animals is at dawn and dusk so we will be setting up camp after dark on most days. The budget for the trip should be around $15,000 excluding airfares from Melb. NOTE: The exact dates for the trip have not be set yet, but you can anticipate it will be in August 2027
TRIP MEETING ADDRESS: Namibia and Botswana
TRIP LEADER'S EMAIL ADDRESS: derozairo@hotmail.com
TRIP LEADER'S PHONE NUMBER: 0413 371 571
TRIP/EVENT STANDARD: Medium to Hard
TRACK CLASSIFICATION: Hard - Black Diamond
MINIMUM DRIVER TRAINING REQUIRED: Proficiency Plus
APPROPRIATE MAPS: TBD
APPROXIMATE DISTANCE: 6000km
OVERNIGHT ACTIVITY DETAILS: TBD
COSTS - ACCOMODATION/CAMPING: Approx $15,000 per couple
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