California Association of 4 Wheel Drive Clubs, Inc.
8120 36th Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95824-2304
916-381-8300

Contact: Jack Raudy
(530) 389-9154 or email jraudy@foothill.net

RANCHO CORDOVA (April 19, 2005) – It doesn’t matter whether you are going off the pavement to fish in the mountain streams, hunt in the backcountry or simply getting away from the big city, you need to understand how to drive your four-wheel drive vehicle in that environment and gain an appreciation of your vehicle’s superior traction.

With the summer season and outdoor adventures just around the corner, the Sacramento-based Capital City Mountain Goat 4X4 Club has announced that it will conduct its next four-wheel drive, "hands-on," safety clinic on Saturday, June 4 and Sunday, June 5 at the Prairie City State Vehicular Recreation Area, located approximately 20 miles east of Sacramento.

This is a one-day class and students may choose either date. Classes begin each morning at 8 a.m.

The clinic begins with approximately two hours of classroom instruction, followed by four additional hours of memorable hands-on driving, where students will encounter simulated obstacles similar to those they might encounter in the backcountry. Students will learn how to "walk" their vehicle, how to drive over trails and big rocks, and how to use a tow strap for anyone needing assistance in the mud or snow.

Tex Texiera, one of the clinic instructors, has taught hundreds of students over the past several years. "With so many people wanting to get off road to their favorite camping area or just get away from the big city, we offer a clinic for a different kind of driving that opens up a whole new world for exploration and adventure," said Texiera. "There is no auto club towing or emergency road service for off-highway vehicle drivers, so we teach you common sense and build your confidence for virtually every situation you might encounter while driving off the highway."

Texiera said that in addition to teaching safe off road driving, the course puts strong emphasis on the environment. Students will continually hear instructors talk about treading lightly, not disturbing wildlife, and staying on designated roads and trails.

Cost for the one-day course is $55 for the student-driver and $5 for each ride-along passenger. For those choosing to pay at the clinic, the cost is $60.

The Prairie City State Vehicular Recreation Area is located off Highway 50, approximately 20 miles east of Sacramento. Take the Prairie City Road exit and continue to White Rock Road. Take a right on White Rock Road and watch for the entrance to the off-highway vehicle park on the left hand side of the road. The classroom instruction will be conducted at the Prairie City park headquarters.

To reserve space in the upcoming June 4X4 clinic or for more information, contact Carol Moreland at (916) 455-9930 or visit the club’s website at www.capitalcitygoat.org.

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