Central Ontario Four Wheel Drive Club

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~~ join us in 2025 for all the events & activities~~

~~ join us in 2025 for all the events & activities~~

~~ join us in 2025 for all the events & activities~~

~~ join us in 2025 for all the events & activities~~

~~ join us in 2025 for all the events & activities~~

~~ join us in 2025 for all the events & activities~~

Checkout all the activities & Trail Runs we have planned for 2025...   Newest events are at the top...  Events are subject to changes...


Please be reminded to participate on any Trail Run, you must have both personal Vehicle Insurance and Membership Insurance by being a Member of the OF4WD…

CO4x4 Calendar of Events 2025 - august thru november

November 15th, Black Lake South & Blueglass Trail Run

November 5th, Monthly Club Meeting, Richmond Hill, Ont

November 5th, Monthly Club Meeting, Richmond Hill, Ont

This will be combined trail: we go-in on Black Lake South and come-out on Blueglass.  BLS is a 3+ rating, while BG is a 2+...

Please come prepared for a run in this season: warm clothes, refreshments, hopefully NO BUG SPRAY!!!

For more info, or to join CO4x4, Please contact: info@co4x4.com 

November 5th, Monthly Club Meeting, Richmond Hill, Ont

November 5th, Monthly Club Meeting, Richmond Hill, Ont

November 5th, Monthly Club Meeting, Richmond Hill, Ont

The end of the 2025 Wheeling season is upon us!!!  Only 1 more trail run is scheduled after this meeting, join us and share the best-of-the-best trail stories (& embellishments) from the 2025 season, and find out the details of our Year End Party...

November 1st, Minden Off-Road Park

November 5th, Monthly Club Meeting, Richmond Hill, Ont

October 18th, MacTier Trail Run, Part 2

Ahhh Minden!!!  Home to many surrounding trails and of course... Minden Off-Road Park!  Join us on this Private Property for Fun & Friendship as we wind down the 2025 Wheeling Season...

Please come prepared for a run in this season: warm clothes, refreshments, hopefully NO BUG SPRAY!!!

For more info, or to join CO4x4, Please contact: info@co4x4.com 

October 18th, MacTier Trail Run, Part 2

October 18th, MacTier Trail Run, Part 2

October 18th, MacTier Trail Run, Part 2

MacTier is an annual trail we like to run: not too many other clubs run this trail, so traffic jams in the woods are not likely!  This is our 2nd run on this trail for 2025

MacTier is not rated on the OF4WD Trail Index system...

Please come prepared for the day: refreshments, alternate clothes, bug spray, etc...

MacTier, Ont

For more info / to join us, contact: info@co4x4.com

October 4th, Turkey Hill Wheeling Day

October 18th, MacTier Trail Run, Part 2

October 4th, Turkey Hill Wheeling Day

Join us for a day of wheeling on Turkey Hill as we head towards the end of the 2025 season.  This trail is rated at 3+...

Please come prepared for the day: refreshments, alternate clothes, bug spray, etc...

Bobcaygeon, Ont

For more info / to join us, contact: info@co4x4.com

October 1st, Monthly Club Meeting

October 18th, MacTier Trail Run, Part 2

October 4th, Turkey Hill Wheeling Day

We're starting to wind-down the season.  Join us & share your seasons highlights, maybe even toss around some ideas for 2026...

Richmond Hill / Aurora, Ont

September 6th, Gooderham Trail Ride

August 23rd, Missing Link Wheeling Run

September 6th, Gooderham Trail Ride

Ahhh Gooderham, another staple on the CO4x4 frequent-flyer list!!!  Rated at a 2 by OF4WD.  Join us for an easier day on this popular trail…

Please come prepared for the day: refreshments, alternate clothes, bug spray, etc…

Bobcaygeon, Ont

For more info / to join us, contact: info@co4x4.com 

September 3rd, Monthly Club Meeting

August 23rd, Missing Link Wheeling Run

September 6th, Gooderham Trail Ride

We're over the half-way mark now: got anything to brag about?  Have any scary moments you want to share (& never do again)!!!  Come out & share your seasons stories!!!

Richmond Hill / Aurora, Ont

August 23rd, Missing Link Wheeling Run

August 23rd, Missing Link Wheeling Run

August 23rd, Missing Link Wheeling Run

Another less-common trail for us,  Rated at 3+ so be prepared for some harder sections: you & your Rig need to be ready! 

Please come prepared for the day: refreshments, alternate clothes, bug spray, etc...

Minden, Ont

For more info / to join us, contact: info@co4x4.com

August 9th, MacTier Wheeling Part 1

August 9th, MacTier Wheeling Part 1

August 23rd, Missing Link Wheeling Run

MacTier is an annual trail we like to run: not too many other clubs run this trail, so traffic jams in the woods are not likely! 

MacTier is not rated on the OF4WD Trail Index system...

Please come prepared for the day: refreshments, alternate clothes, bug spray, etc...

MacTier, Ont

For more info / to join us, contact: info@co4x4.com

August 6th, Monthly Club Meeting

August 9th, MacTier Wheeling Part 1

August 6th, Monthly Club Meeting

We're at the half-way point in the season!  Come & share what you've done so-far...

It's a good idea to give your Rig a once-over to check for any damage done so-far this season 

Richmond Hill / Aurora, Ont

CO4x4 Calendar of Events 2025 - season opener thru july

JULY 26TH, ARDBEG TRAIL RIDE

July 2nd, July Monthly Club Meeting

july 19th, Concession Trail Ride

We'll determine North , South or the Black Lake Loop as the date gets closer.   All three trails are 3 - 3+ rated.  

We often find a lot on camping on Ardbeg trails: there may be children and/or pets in these areas: Please keep your eyes open for them...

Please come prepared for the day: refreshments, alternate clothes, bug spray, etc...

Parry Sound, Ont

For more info / to join us, contact: info@co4x4.com

july 19th, Concession Trail Ride

July 2nd, July Monthly Club Meeting

july 19th, Concession Trail Ride

Join us on a common trail: Concession, trail rating of 3+... Well equipped Rigs and experienced drives are a must!

Please come prepared for the day: refreshments, alternate clothes, bug spray, etc...

Bobcaygeon, Ont

For more info / to join us, contact: info@co4x4.com
 

July 2nd, July Monthly Club Meeting

July 2nd, July Monthly Club Meeting

July 2nd, July Monthly Club Meeting

 Hopefully we'll get good weather and be able to meet outdoors.  Come and chat about our Wheeling as we approach the half-way mark in the season... 

Richmond Hill / Aurora, Ont

June 28th, Shoe Lake Trail Run

JUne 4th, June Monthly Club Meeting

July 2nd, July Monthly Club Meeting

 Another newer trail for us.  Rated at 3+ this one is a little harder.  A well equipped vehicle and experienced driver are a must...

Please come prepared for the day: refreshments, alternate clothes, bug spray, etc...

Minden, Ont

For more info / to join us, contact: info@co4x4.com

june 14th, Scotch Line Trail Ride

JUne 4th, June Monthly Club Meeting

JUne 4th, June Monthly Club Meeting

 Ahhh what can we say, Scotch Line is a frequent trail for many clubs...  as much as you think you know it well, a little something different may happen each time...

Trail rating is 2+

Minden, Ont

For more info / to join us, contact: info@co4x4.com

JUne 4th, June Monthly Club Meeting

JUne 4th, June Monthly Club Meeting

JUne 4th, June Monthly Club Meeting

 Ok lets chat about the few Runs this year so-far, and what's coming up!  Join us for a little food, a little friendship and some 4x4 trail tails...

Richmond Hill / Aurora, Ont

may 24th, Anson South Trail Run

may 3rd, Beginners / Newbie Trail Run

may 7th, May Monthly Club Meeting

 Anson South is a new-haunt for us!  This trail is rated at 4: so well equipped & well experienced Wheelers Please.  Please make sure to bring refreshments for the day and a selection of clothing as the weather may be unpredictable...

Minden, Ont

For more info / to join us, contact: info@co4x4.com

may 7th, May Monthly Club Meeting

may 3rd, Beginners / Newbie Trail Run

may 7th, May Monthly Club Meeting

 Join us to find out all the Wheeling we have planned for 2025 and chat about the success of The Sportmen's Show...

Richmond Hill / Aurora, Ont

may 3rd, Beginners / Newbie Trail Run

may 3rd, Beginners / Newbie Trail Run

may 3rd, Beginners / Newbie Trail Run

 Our first Beginners / Newbie run for 2025!  Pencil Lake.  This trail is stock-friendly and rated a 2 - 2+...

Bobcaygeon, Ont

For more details & to join us: info@co4x4.com


 

apr 26th, Lingham Lake Trail Run

mar 13th to 16th, Toronto sportsmen's show

may 3rd, Beginners / Newbie Trail Run

 We usually do Lingham Lake as an Inter-Club run with EOTB in Sept, but this year we're hitting this trail early in the season!  It could be interesting if some snow/ice is still lingering: otherwise this is an easy stock-friendly trail with obstacles on both sides...  Some obstacles my be 3 - 3+ rating...

Madoc, Ont

Contact us to find more info / join: info@co4x4.com

apr 2nd, April Monthly Club Meeting

mar 13th to 16th, Toronto sportsmen's show

mar 13th to 16th, Toronto sportsmen's show

 Time to discuss how things went at the Sportsmen's Show and plans for Summer 2025 Wheeling: come & join us... 

Richmond Hill / Aurora, Ont

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mar 13th to 16th, Toronto sportsmen's show

mar 13th to 16th, Toronto sportsmen's show

mar 13th to 16th, Toronto sportsmen's show

CO4x4 has been a presence the Toronto Sportsmen's Show for as long as anyone can remember!!!  Planning for this event will be discussed at the Feb & Mar Monthly Club Meetings... 

Mississauga, Ont

CO4x4 Club Events

Trail Runs

Monthly Meetings

Trail Runs are why we're here...  Right!!!


The "Official" Wheeling Season, according to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation & Parks (MoECP) runs Yearly, from May 1st to Dec 1st.  During the Off-Season, the Trails are typically used by other users: Skidoo / Snowmobile / Skiers, etc.. 


Occasionally, Winter-Runs may happen, on Trails that are known/permitted to be shared-use all year long


Although the worst of Covid-19 appears to be over, we will still respect peoples personal sensitivities for social distancing!


A trail run typically has the following components:

  • The Gathering ~ a meeting place where we all gather, make sure we're prepared & fueled-up: sometimes the Drivers Meeting takes place here
  • The Trail Head ~ where we gather once more to make sure everyone is ready, and conduct the Drivers Meeting (if not already done) 
  • Drivers Meeting ~ the specifics of the trail are discussed, approx length, breaks, bypasses for obstacles, and the "order" of Rigs is decided: we try to space-out Drivers with: radios/CBs, winches, recovery gear, and based-on experience level
  • Airing-Down ~ most of the trails CO4x4 selects, it is advisable to Air-Down, to achieve better traction (more info is found in the 4x4 Education section)
  • Trail Communication ~ regular/as-often-as-needed communications are used to alert Drivers of oncoming/passing other Trail Users, obstacles, bypasses or unusual events 
  • Washroom Breaks ~ these typically take place as-often-as people need them: a good time to "sneak-off & go" is when the group may be stopped to allow passage of another Trail User, or the leader/host has stopped to survey the Trail ahead
  • Lunch ~ most trail runs include a stop to eat, refresh, get out of our Rigs, enjoy the scenery, etc...  poignant / scenic spots known by experienced Trail Leaders, are commonly chosen 
  • Trail-End ~ not always the same location as the Trail-Head: some trails we travel through 1-way, some we go in and come back the same way
  • Airing-Up ~ at the Trail-End, if you aired-down, this would be where you air-up.  You may also want to give a quick inspection of your Rig to determine of you sustained any damage / are road-worthy 
  • After Trail Gathering ~ often we'll meet at a local establishment for "street-meat" or ice-cream or some other treat, before we all go our separate ways home 


Doesn't that sound like a lot of FUN!!!

Monthly Meetings

Monthly Meetings

Monthly Meetings are a great way to keep in-touch with our Members, chat about 4x4ing - or - not chat about 4x4ing.  CO4x4 typically meets on the 1st Wednesday of every month


During favourable weather this is typically held at a chosen restaurant / mall where we can gather together: indoors or out, and share in our love of this sport / hobby and enjoy our friendship (along with a few "tall-tales", just like fishing enthusiasts) 


From time-to-time, the location may rotate to accommodate a variety of Club Members, and to check-out some different locations.  Attendance is voluntary, but encouraged!


During Inclement Weather monthly meetings may be held on Zoom

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Toronto Sportsmen's Show

Annual Celebration & Awards

CO4x4 has been hosting a Booth at the Toronto Sportsmen's Show for over a decade (other than during Covid-19), Members Rigs are on-display and available at the booth to answer questions, provide information about our beloved sport/hobby, and the club itself: the Oldest 4x4 Club in Ontario


Prior to The Sportsmen's Show, CO4x4 had a regular presence at the Toronto Auto Show

Find out more

Annual Celebration & Awards

Annual Celebration & Awards

At the end of every calendar-year, CO4x4 holds the Annual Celebration!  We discuss the Highs & Lows of the Wheeling Year, share some good friendship and even poke-fun at each other a little bit: all in the spirit of becoming good friends


A PowerPoint Presentation set to appropriate music with a healthy-dose of humour, is shown to reflect on the years events: good & bad


Prizes are awarded in the following categories, as-voted by the members:

  • Members Choice Award
  • Popcorn Fart Award (dumb stuff)
  • MacGuiver Award (creative repair) 
  • Wheeler of the Year Award
  • President's Choice Award

Camping &/or Trail Scouting

From time-to-time, particular Club Members may host a Wheeling-Weekend that includes Camping.  Moreover, these locations are in Ontario, however, some Northern USA locations have been chosen in the past


Participants would need to be thoroughly prepared for Wheeling and Camping: you would likely need to secure your own campsite at the chosen location, however, on some occasions, a group/club discount may have been secured by the Event Host


Trail-Scouting is a Run where (hopefully) no one has been before!  This may be reserved for the well-experienced Off-Roader with appropriately modified Rigs and a good command of technical off-roading skills and rescue/recovery skills.  The specific Scouting-Run Host would provide all the known details & requirements at the announcement of the Run


Sometimes: Camping & Trail-Scouting are combined in to 1 event

Additional Events CO4x4 may Consider

Possible/Future Events include:

  • Christmas Parade / Toy Drive
  • Beach Day
  • Club BBQ
  • Veterans Support Run 
  • Local Shelter / Charity Support  


...if you have some ideas, we'd be happy to add them to the list! 

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