4WD Sand Course

DRIVE AND RECOVER A 4WD VEHICLE – SAND COURSE

Please Note: The Recreational Drive and Recovery a 4WD vehicle in Sand Terrain is now being presented by
Kev Williams, 
at Bespoke 4WD Education ~ Visit us at https://www.bespoke4wd.com.au ~ or contact us on 0475 475 098

This is not a Nationally Recoginised Course.  If you require a Statment of Attainment, please click on the following link, as a example:  https://australian4wd.com.au/operating-a4wd-vehicle/ R

Teaching Elements

Teaching Elements
Theory (incorporated within the practical exercises)

Teaching Elements
Theory (Incorporated Within The Practical Exercises)

  • Advice on equipping your vehicle for Sand Driving,
  • Beach Driving Rules, Environmental Impact,
  • Sand Appreciation,
  • Sand Recovery equipment including safe use of a snatch strap and Maxtrax.

Practical

Practical

  • Preparing and checking a 4WD vehicle for sand driving,
  • Sand driving techniques,
  • Ground appreciation and wheel printing,
  • Tyres and tyre pressures,
  • Recovery techniques
  • Correct and safe use of a snatch strap & Maxtrax

Description

Description

  • We will start at high tyre pressures… You will be surprised.  Not every day we need to air down. 
  • Advantages and disadvantages of lowering tyre pressures.
  • Conduct 4WD low range at normal tyre pressures and lower pressures to our recommended start pressures.
  • Practical Sand driving 4WD Low Range.
  • Difficulties for driving on sand and Why vehicles get stuck. 
  • Correct and safe use of a snatch strap & Maxtrax.

Please Note Permit Requirements

Please Note Permit Requirements

We have been advised from NPSR of the following:  all vehicles  participating in your training activities in the recreation area will now be required to obtain a relevant vehicle activity permit.    Prior to this point  our commercial operators permit and a daily use fee paid by us, has covered the cost of your vehicle access to Bribie Island to participate in our training.

As such  we will now require you to purchase a vehicle access permit for your vehicle in order to take part in this training.  These are  at a cost of $40.35.  These can be ordered on line at http://parks.npsr.qld.gov.au.

You will need to purchase you permit prior to arriving for the course at 7.15am as unfortunately there is insufficient time for you to purchase a permit on the morning of the course.

What happens on the day?

Times:     7.15 am to 11.30 am approx.  This entire course is practical “driving” in a sand specific environment. Following completion of the course you can spend the remainder of the day 4WDing on the beach. This will reinforce the skills acquired in the Sand Course.

What do I need to bring?

Bring your own 4WD with a full tank of fuel and tyre pressure gauge.

Meals:  Bring along a morning tea and adequate drinking water.

Chairs: Folding chair is also required.

Clothing: Sturdy outdoor attire, appropriate footwear suited for sand, a great hat suited for outdoor activities and sunscreen.

When: Sunday fortnightly or visit our dates.

Where: Bribie Island.

Group Bookings

We can plan and conduct group or corporate specific courses, on request.  Please contact us for further information.

Includes

Training Handbook.
Partner is welcome to have a drive.
Ongoing advice and support

If you would like us to help you realise the full potential of your vehicle and have an enjoyable and educational day out, please contact us via our website, email or telephone.

Please Note: The recreation Drive and Recovery a 4WD vehicle in Bush & Sand Terrain is now being presented by
Kev Williams,
at Bespoke 4WD Education… Visit us at https://www.bespoke4wd.com.au ` or contact us on 0475 475 098

This is not a Nationally Recoginised Course.  If you require a Statment of Attainment, please click on the following link, as a example:  https://australian4wd.com.au/operating-a4wd-vehicle/ 

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