LANDROVING201 2COMMITTEE courteous demeanour however took a nasty turn when faced with the river...

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this Newsletter are not necessarily those of the Club’s Committee, Members or the Editors and may be incorrect LROC KZN DEC 2012

Ed’s comment, "The

newsletter is published regularly on an irregular basis every month, printed as and when it seems fit and delivered when it suits. It will be late on your time, but on time, on my time.”

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HO, HO, HO EVERYBODY ‘Tis the silly season again and I trust you will enjoy this special Christmas Edition, as much as you did last years. So without further ado……….

Yet Another CHRISTMAS CAROL …………..by the Ed. (To be sung to alternating tunes of AWAY IN A MANGER & SILENT NIGHT, in high definition Dolby stereo, just to keep you on your toes)

V1.(Away in a manger)

Away in a Landy

No room for a bed

Just a worn out old foamy

And a tent for my head.

The Worn Wench beside me

Kids raring to go

Lots of fruit ,cake and Sherry

For some Christmas Ho Ho!

LANDROVING IN KZN

2012COMMITTEE

Kenneth Jones Chairman

Cell: 084 509 1427 [email protected]

Vehicles: Defender 110 DC TD5

Defender Hybrid (Snail)

Newsletter Editor Brian Moore

Cell: 0828420064 [email protected].

Vehicle: Defender 110 Td5

Gavin McKenzie Membership

Tel: 031- 2661175(h) [email protected]

Vehicle: Defender 90 TDi

George Goswell

Events/Trails/Gates Tel: 031-7002300 (h)

Cell: 0836581324 [email protected] Vehicles: Series 111S HT

Range Rover 3 door V8

Paul Stanley PRO


Vehicle: Puma 90

Johan Scheepers Social Events


Vehicles:

Range Rover P38 Defender 110 v8

Disco11 v8 Series

Brendan Mitchell

Webmaster/Treasurer

Tel:031 7678150 Cell: 0832824318

[email protected] Vehicle: Defender 110 TD5

Disco 11 v8

Leon Jacobs Regalia


Range Rover V8

DEC 2012 Monthly Newsletter of the LROC of SA KwaZulu-Natal P.O.Box 70650; Overport; 4067 Find our Home Page at www.landroverclub.za.org

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Chorus (Silent Night)

Christmas night

Gut’s really tight

All is still

You’d think so ..right?

Around yon Laaaaaaaandy, dripping with might

Sleep in Heavenly Peeeee-eeeace

Slee-eeeep in Heavenly Peace !

V

The gas starts a - forming

The tummy is weak

The pressure is building

And exhaust pipe must squeak.

The Worn Wench beside me

Her face turning blue

Gives a whack on the nut

Screaming “WAS THAT JUST YOU?”

Chorus

Chortle at night

Kids got a fright

But a Flick of the Bic

Will sort it alright?




V

The flash in the night sky

Gives off a blue light

And blows the bow tent

And the kids out of sight


The Worn Wench is angry

Her bedding’s alight

Lips shut up like tweezers

Clamped up oh so tight!

Chorus

Flames at night

Burning so bright

Wonder where

I’ll sleep tonight




V

The Worn Wench is silent

Her sleep now in ruins

By a bald headed codger

Full of custard and prunes

I do so Love Christmas

It’s that time of the year

When I shout.. “PULL MY FINGER!”

And spread much good cheer

Chorus

Silent Night

Lonely night

I don’t think

The dogs will bite

In yon Laaaaaaaandy, dripping with might

Sleeping in Laaaaaaaandy peeee-eace

Sleeee-eeeping in Landy Peace!!!!

On behalf of the Chairman, and fellow members of the Committee and I Sincere Best Wishes for a truly Blessed Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year. Should you be travelling over the festive period, remember not to travel faster than your guardian angels can fly (which should not be an issue in a Land Rover anyway!), and if you absolutely have to drink, make sure you drive home off-road!


I look forward to seeing you all out there in 2013. Happy Holidays!

OBSERVATIONS, RESERVATIONS, COMMENDATIONS The Good


And the Bad……..

LAND ROVER CLUB NEWSLETTER EDITORS CONVENTION – DE AAR, 1980

(…. now for the Ugly)


TECH TALK

REMINDER THAT SUBS FOR 2012 ARE DUE.

Lesotho trip – part 2

Owing to extenuating circumstances, part 2 of the Lesotho trip will be featured in 2013. Apologies from the Ed.

THE DUZI CANOE MARATHON – SPECIAL APPEAL

See events calendar below for more detail


RECENT EVENTS

LROC YEAR END CAMPOVER and SPIT BRAAI The weather Gods yet again smiled on us, after some heavy torrential train on Friday night. Saturday saw a fairly large contingent of campers arrive at Killarney, for some fun in the sun and residual mud. For the early arrivals, and especially Brendan, the muddy and slippery road down into the campsite apparently proved to be quite troublesome as he towed his caravan down. Apparently with some help from Leon who attached a safety strap between his vehicle and Brendan’s van, all made it down in one piece. We and others were more fortunate, as by the time we arrived, a plethora of preceding vehicles had performed a rudimentary compaction of the mud, but as we followed Erik down into the valley behind his caravan, we were treated to an interesting display of caravan suspension and tire distortion. My vehicle unfortunately was trashed for the weekend, so we braved it in our little Hyundai, packed to the hilt with the bare essentials. Camping out has a totally different packing dynamic when you are restricted to a boot, but much to Sybil’s delight, her vehicle slewed into the campsite in one piece. It did take at least an hour for my bones to stop vibrating however. Sitting and watching others play, or being a passenger is just not the same, but an enjoyable time was had anyway. Erik, always the good boy scout that he is, even took it upon himself to clear the shrubbery somewhat, so his passengers could have an unobstructed view of the proceedings from the front seat, much to the amusement of his passengers. His courteous demeanour however took a nasty turn when faced with the river crossing as he ejected his women passengers to wade into the water until they got their thighs wet. There was the usual fun and games as numerous people went out to play in the quarry and surrounding trails, and around 16h30 members were summonsed to attend the Christmas tree, with the role of Father Christmas being played superbly by Dom Erwin, who was a smash hit with the kids of all sizes as he dished out their presents. Kids of all shapes and sizes were quickly engrossed with playing with their new toys, and the braver ones had a ball in the frigid pool water. The expressions on some of their faces was just priceless, and I fear we may have confused them totally now, as most of the older ones of course recognised him instantaneously. Rumour has it he grew his beard especially for the occasion Sorry Father Christmas, you are now made redundant! Don, keep next year open!!!!!I think you may have earned yourself a special award this year. On behalf of the Committee and Members, a hearty thank you for services rendered. The river crossing had been washed away somewhat after the rains and the going was not as shallow as before, and a few people had their hearts in their mouths as bonnets disappeared beneath the wave of water which engulfed some vehicles. Mike Cullen was in true form, and gave some good encouragement to newcomers and older members alike, with some good spirited banter across the river to spur them on with the not so shallow wade, which saw at least one vehicle awash with water which poured in through the air vents!. Not long after Father Christmas had done his thing it was off to the Boma for a hearty meal of gammon and roast beef with spuds and salads, and it was a rather subdued affair, as everybody filled the chasm with food prepared by Hans and his crew. Judging by all the comments, the meal was thoroughly enjoyed by all, and there was sufficient left for seconds for those with bigger hunger pains. An unfortunate municipal pipe burst, had left the campsite devoid of potable water supply for drinking and bathing, and a special word of thanks needs to go to Heinz and Belinda, who despite trying to enjoy their weekend as well, kept up a


constant supply of water from other sources via drums in the back of their Rangie, so at least the ladies could avail themselves of toilet facilities, campers could brew up their tea and coffee and of course perform their ablutions, bathe kids etc. This must have been a very frustrating time for them, but a big thank you to you both for the magnificent effort. Pool water I discovered makes a refreshing tasting brew, with a slight lingering aftertaste of HTH on the pallet! (Shhhhhh don’t tell anyone!) Justin, whom I have been told on more than one occasion has a screw loose, confirmed this by spending some time with a large contingent of helpers, looking for it in the grass as he repaired his Rangie next door. Later in the evening a bunch of the more adventurous disappeared for a night drive to the nearby waterfall, only to arrive after 12h30 on Sunday morning. Justin I believe lost a tyre and broke a trailing arm in the river, and by the sounds of the post mortem tales on Sunday, it was quite an affair repairing his vehicle which was submerged in water up to the wheel arches. Fortunately he apparently had a spare. Kenneth and Leon had a humorous tale of Kenneth losing his radio aerial at the rear of the convoy. Apparently now unable to communicate, Leon stuck a finger in the aerial socket and raised an arm and lo and behold restored communication to Ken’s vehicle. Must have something to do with his magnetic personality! Sunday was a rather sedate day for most, as many in the campsite, who may have been deprived of much needed beauty sleep by the hectic nocturnal activity, or had other pressing engagements, left for quieter climes. At least by then the council had repaired the burst water main, and it was all systems go for the showers etc. A number of the early and not so hung-over drivers were up and about playing in the mud, much to the amusement of the watching early birds, and rumour has it that Ryan will be washing George’s Land Rover for a month. Regrettably we were one of the families who had to leave early due to other planned engagements on the day, so I am unable to reflect on the activities of Sunday for those who remained. Our little Hyundai however made a sterling effort on the uphill run and we spun mud on our way to the tar without any further ado. I would imagine it was a fun time for all who stayed behind. A number of post event complaints were received by members of the Committee about noise levels during the night, and the Chairman was asked to address the matter, which by time of writing has been dispensed with. Following the Committee meeting, apologies were tendered and an assurance was given, that there will be more tolerance of others, especially where family events are concerned.


WAZZUP

LROC KZN PROVISIONAL EVENTS DIARY 2012/2013

Miscellaneous Events not organized by the LROC but worth supporting.

When What, where

More Info. CONTACT PERSON Grade

19 Jan GATES RECCE Want to get dirty and have some fun, meet at 09h30 Waterfall Spar.

George Goswell 0836581324

3 / 4

20 Jan

4TH

GATES FOR

2012

Umgeni Valley. Meet at the Waterfall Spar at 08h00. BYO braai for lunch with a few braai fires provided. Why not come along and let’s talk AGM.


3 / 4

2 / 3 Feb

24TH

AGM OF

THE LROC

KZN

The BIG EVENT of the Year. LROC 24th AGM to be held at Killarney 4x4 Track, Shongweni. It’s a camp over weekend with a Rhino Charge type of event on the Sat and the AGM at 10h00 on the Sun followed by a spit braai at 12h30.

George Goswell 0836581324 Kenneth Jones 0845091427

3

14 – 16 Feb

THE UNLIMITED

DUSI CANOE

MARATHON

The LROC will again be involved with the Dusi (23rd

year) and we require members, friends, cousins and others to assist over the 3 days with traffic control at key spectator points. A new official accreditation will be put into place this year to try and weed out the “seconds” with official accreditation. What this means is that I need to have all the names of the people who will be assisting at the Dusi by the latest 11 January. Are you able to spare some time and help out on the largest 3 day canoe marathon in the world, then give George a call. All 3 days would be good but if you are only able to help for a day, no problem.


3

21 – 24 March

LANDY

FESTIVAL See http://landyfestival.co.za for more info

16 December

4X4 FORUM DAY, KILLARNEY

For those who want some fun this Sunday 16th Dec, the

4x4 forum KZN is having a year end get together at Killarney. They are meeting at 09h30 @ Killarney. Going to be interesting with all this rain. Heinz just says to bring your own drinking water - they are having water supply problems. More information on the forum http://4x4community.co.za/forum/showthread.php?t=130468.

http://landyfestival.co.za/

http://4x4community.co.za/forum/showthread.php?t=130468

http://4x4community.co.za/forum/showthread.php?t=130468


TRAIL GRADING: All our Events / Trails are graded according to the 5 grades below.

1. Complete novice soft dirt road trail, no low range required. Suitable for all Land Rovers including the Freelander.

2. Limited low range required but suitable for the novice driver. Suitable for all Land Rovers including the Freelander. 3. Low range and limited off road knowledge required. Suitable for all Land Rovers with certain trails not suitable for the

Freelander. 4. A low range technical trail suitable for the experienced. The inexperienced will be able to do the trail, as assistance will be

available from the more experienced members. Suitable for all Land Rovers except the Freelander. 5. Extremely technical, suitable for the experienced and/or modified vehicles only with the possibility of vehicle damage.

Note For All Gates Events:

1. Only paid up LROC members will be able to compete in the Gates Events from now on. 2. Non LROC members welcome to attend as spectators.

3. Only LAND ROVER vehicles will be allowed to take part. No other make of vehicle.

TEMBE ELEPHANT PARK - BOOKINGS. 6 – 9 March 2012

Self Cater Chalet PACKAGE 3 Nights @ R 940.00, 4 nights R1090.00, 5 nightsR1265-00 price per person sharing for duration indicated (chalets consist of 2 bedrooms with inter-leading door, 3 beds + 1 mattress)

Self Cater Camp PACKAGE 3 Nights @ R 715.00, 4 nights R825.00, 5 nightsR935-00 price per person for

duration indicated (campsite is amongst the chalets and within the Ponweni Camp fenced area and space is limited)

These are package prices only, and the full package price needs to be paid regardless, if guests opt to shorten their stay.

All school going children of school going age are ½ price. This includes pre school.

All money is to be payable BEFORE arrival.

There is a minimum requirement of 20 people for the trip to take place. Please use your NAME and TEMBE as a reference on the deposit slip when making a payment into the following bank account. Land Rovers Owners Club of SA KZN Standard Bank Cheque Account 251 366 510 Branch Code 045826 Please forward a copy of the deposit slip and the following info to George Goswell at FAX 031-7004703 or email [email protected]

1. Your Name. 2. Cell phone number. 3. Number of adults and kids paid for. 4. Vehicle type. 5. Vehicle registration number. 6. Date you intend to arrive at TEMBE.


For those who have, or have never attended, here is a short article courtesy of the Tembe Elephant Park Honorary Rangers Tembe Elephant Park Honorary Officers Group Who are we? We are a relatively small group of normal everyday people who volunteer our services in what ever way that we can to Tembe Elephant Park. Each individual brings their own skills and enthusiasm to the team, and collectively we endeavour by our efforts to make a difference in the often neglected arena of nature conservation. We are not employed by Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife, and neither are we reimbursed for any costs that we incur in the pursuit of our projects. We do this because we feel strongly about the preservation of our wild spaces, and give up much of our personal free time to put some energy into this ideal. To give you some idea of the personal commitment of this HO group, over the past year we have collectively contributed 3138 hours, traveled some 47178km, raised R107335, and spent R104440 on projects. How do we fit in? We are directly answerable to the Officer in Command of Tembe Elephant Park, Barry Revell. We are another set of hands at his disposal to assist him with the multitude of tasks which running a park such as Tembe requires. This could mean anything from maintaining perimeter fences to collaring Lions and Wild dogs. Most projects attract costs, and we as a HO group, raise our own funds through Fund Raiser Weekends to fund these projects. Summarized below are projects which we have been involved with, and also projects which we have yet to do. We are sure that you will find it quite inspiring that we have been very resourceful to achieve so much with so little. Projects done in 2012: Ponweni Camp • LED lighting fitted throughout the camp. • Water purifiers installed. • 2 new gas geysers installed. • Repairs and maintenance to plumbing, tiling, beds, concrete and wood work. • Painting. • 2 new Braai drums. • Kitchen equipment. • Bedding and mattresses. • Portable lights. • Inventory maintenance and control. Makhwela Camp • Procurement of kitchen and general supplies. • New braai drums • Varnishing of reed ablutions • General Maintenance Reception Centre • Gutting and cleaning of unused building. • Re-painted the interior of building. • Cleaned up exterior of building and gardens. • New reception counter and décor throughout. • Re-thatched the entire building. • Re-wired for new lights and fan. • Picnic bench. • Signage. • Ablutions completely refitted, tiled and painted. • Tembe information boards designed and displayed.


Veterinary • Wild dog collaring, buffalo TB testing, rhino capture and notching. • Rhino post mortems. • Wild dog and giraffe relocation. • Lion call ups, ID’s, branding and relocating. • Construction of feeding chute for Boma. • Supply of game capture sheeting. • Funding of Elephant immuno–contraception. Fund Raising • Preparation and planning to host Fund Raiser weekends. • Hosting Fund Raiser weekends. • Coordinating with Park staff for educational presentations. • Camp clean ups pre and post guest visits. • Raffle to raise additional funds for dog collars. General Park Maintenance • Procurement of materials to manufacture target stands for the shooting range. • Supply of road signage in the park. • Repair and replacement of cistern inners and seat at Mahlasela hide. • Replacement of stolen copper pipes with “green” Pestan piping. • Installation of earth stakes on boundary fence (compliments of LROC Gauteng) Media • Tembe wild dog facebook page – interactive maintenance. • Tembe wild dog website. www.tembewilddogs.co.za • Tembe HO facebook page. www.facebook.co.za/Tembe Honorary Officer Group • Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife HO facebook page – update with Tembe HO news. Projects still to do: • Supply and installation of new computer and screen for Reception Centre. • Supply of backpacks and tactical vests for the Anti Poaching Unit. • Supply and installation of new hand basins, push button taps and plumbing for the hides. • Thatching repairs to the hides. • New signage in the hides. • Assist with building, furnishing and signage in the new proposed Umfungeni hide. • Tree tags. • Tiba hanging bridge – ongoing maintenance and inspections. • Ponweni camp -Jo-Jo tank water purification. • Ponweni camp – outside ablutions refurbishment. • Makhwela camp – Kitchen refurbishment. • Makhwela camp – building a temporary shelter. The Tembe Elephant Park Honorary Officer group is grateful for your support of our efforts, and we can assure you that we will try to the very best of our abilities to make your Tembe visit a most memorable and unique experience.


NOTICE OF AGM

24th Annual General Meeting

THE LAND ROVER OWNERS CLUB OF SOUTHERN AFRICA - KWAZULU NATAL

Date : 2-3 February 2013 Venue : Killarney 4x4 Track, Shongweni The AGM weekend will take the form of a camp over weekend with the AGM at 16h00 on Saturday 02 February. Come for the day, come for the weekend, but be at the AGM. FRIDAY 01 FEB

Camping is available from Friday afternoon. Venue has showers (ladies have a bath as well) and flushing toilets (4 star) .

SATURDAY 02 FEB

A Rhino Charge event is planned for the day for those who want to participate. Many options to spend your day.

Relax beside or in the pool, or drive the many different trails that Killarney has to offer.

SUNDAY 03 FEB

Relax by the pool or under a tree or join a group and drive a trail or two.

Sunday at 10h00 in the Boma - AGM. Please bring your own chairs. Following the AGM will be a LROC sponsored spit braai. Please give Kenneth a call if you will be at the AGM/Spit

Braai as we need numbers for catering.

More Info to follow.

Are you an active member, a kind that would be missed, or are you just content to have, your name up on a list.

Do you attend the functions, and mingle with the flock, or do you simply stay at home, to criticize and mock.

Do you take an active part, to help the work along, or are you satisfied to want to only just belong.

Do you voluntarily, a job or function seek,

or leave the work to just a few, and talk about the "clique."

Come to events and help with hand and heart, don't be just a member, but take an active part.

It’s your Club and now is the time to contribute to the success of the LROC KZN.

You are expected to BE AT THE AGM


Remember it’s your club and you will get out of it what you want to. You have purchased THE BEST 4 x 4 x FAR and now it’s time to use it. See you at the next club event.

New Members who have joined or re-joined LROC over the past few months

Member No Surname Member Name Salutation Email Address

WELCOME TO THE FOLLOWING NEW MEMBERS.


HANG OVER RECOVERY

LOT'S WIFE

The Sunday School teacher was describing how Lot's wife looked back and turned into a pillar of salt, when little Jason interrupted, "My Mommy looked back once while she was driving," he announced triumphantly, "And she turned into a telephone pole!"

________________________________ GOOD SAMARITAN

A Sunday school teacher was telling her class the story of the Good Samaritan. She asked the class, "If you saw a person lying on the roadside, all wounded and bleeding, what would you do?" A thoughtful little girl broke the hushed silence, "I think I'd throw up."

________________________________ DID NOAH FISH?

A Sunday school teacher asked, "Johnny, do you think Noah did a lot of fishing when he was on the Ark ?" "No," replied Johnny. "How could he, with just two worms."


________________________________ HIGHER POWER

A Sunday school teacher said to her children, "We have been learning how powerful kings and queens were in Bible times. But, there is a Higher Power. Can anybody tell me what it is?" One child blurted out, "Aces!"

________________________________ MOSES AND THE RED SEA Nine-year-old Joey was asked by his mother what he had learned in Sunday School. "Well, Mom, our teacher told us how God sent Moses behind enemy lines on a rescue mission to lead the Israelites out of Egypt . When he got to the Red Sea , he had his army build a pontoon bridge and all the people walked across safely Then he radioed headquarters for reinforcements. They sent bombers to blow up the bridge and all the Israelites were saved." "Now, Joey, is that really what your teacher taught you?" his Mother asked. "Well, no, Mom, but, if I told it the way the teacher did, you'd never believe it!"

________________________________ THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD

A Sunday School teacher decided to have her young class memorize one of the most quoted passages in the Bible - Psalm 23. She gave the youngsters a month to learn the chapter. Little Rick was excited about the task - but he just couldn't remember the Psalm. After much practice, he could barely get past the first line. On the day that the kids were scheduled to recite Psalm 23 in front of the congregation, Ricky was so nervous. When it was his turn, he stepped up to the microphone and said proudly, "The Lord is my Shepherd, and that's all I need to know."


________________________________ UNANSWERED PRAYER

The preacher's 5 year-old daughter noticed that her father always paused and bowed his head for a moment before starting his sermon. One day, she asked him why. "Well, Honey," he began, proud that his daughter was so observant of his messages. "I'm asking the Lord to help me preach a good sermon" "How come He doesn't answer it?" she asked.

________________________________ BEING THANKFUL A Rabbi said to a precocious six-year-old boy, "So your mother says your prayers for you each night? That's very commendable. What does she say?" The little boy replied, "Thank God he's in bed!"

________________________________ UNTIMELY ANSWERED PRAYER During the minister's prayer one Sunday, there was a loud whistle from one of the back pews. Tommy's mother was horrified. She pinched him into silence and, after church, asked, "Tommy, whatever made you do such a thing?" Tommy answered soberly, "I asked God to teach me to whistle, and He did!"

________________________________ TIME TO PRAY

A pastor asked a little boy if he said his prayers every night. "Yes, sir." the boy replied. "And, do you always say them in the morning, too?" the pastor asked. "No sir," the boy replied. "I ain't scared in the daytime"

_______________________________


ALL MEN / ALL GIRLS

When my daughter, Kelli, said her bedtime prayers, she would bless every family member, every friend, and every animal (current and past). For several weeks, after we had finished the nightly prayer, Kelli would say, "And all girls." This soon became part of her nightly routine, to include this closing. My curiosity got the best of me and I asked her, "Kelli, why do you always add the part about all girls?" Her response, "Because everybody always finish their prayers by saying 'All Men'!"

________________________________ SAY A PRAYER Little Johnny and his family were having Sunday dinner at his Grandmother's house. Everyone was seated around the table as the food was being served. When Little Johnny received his plate, he started eating right away. "Johnny! Please wait until we say our prayer." said his mother "I don't need to," the boy replied. "Of course, you do." his mother insisted. "We always say a prayer before eating at our house."

"That's at our house." Johnny explained. "But this is Grandma's house and she knows how to cook.


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MERRY CHRISTMAS

HAPPY HOLIDAYS

AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR

See you in 2013 – I hope!

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