Dargo 2019 Second Half Program (Green) 20th – 24th March
PRICING
EARLY BIRD – Valid till January 31st 2019. Adult $322. Child $135
REGULAR PRICE – Adult $347. Child $145
Day 1: Wednesday 20th March 2019
Your choice of the following Trips!
Trip #8
Offroad Caravan/Camper Trailer Trip 3 Day
Trip Leader – John Flemming TEC – TBA
Depart: 7.30AM
Return: Friday 22nd March 5.00PM
Description: A nice relaxing trek along the back tracks of Dargo, Dinner Plain, some iconic camping spots and a few nice pull up tracks. Please note there will designated spots to leave your van along the way and visit some areas that are not van accessible. This is the only trip that we provide that is authorised for off-road caravans.
Camper Trailer/Caravan must be full offroad capable. Camper/Caravan must have electric brakes, high clearance and minimum of all terrain tyres. 4WD must have low range, minimum all terrain tyres, recovery points on front and rear along with recovery gear.
Trip Rating: Easy/ Medium
Trip #21
Murdering Spur 1 Day
Trip Leader – Wangaratta 4WD Club Member TEC Wangaratta 4WD Club Member
Depart: 7.30AM
Return: 5.30PM
Description: A popular challenging trip where you can test out your skills and enjoy the scenery at the same time! Some nice steep pulls on this one.
Requirements: No Camper Trailers. No Offroad Caravans. 4wd must have a minimum of all terrain tyres, recovery points on front and rear along with recovery gear.
Trip Rating: Medium/Hard
Trip#10
Red Robin Mine / Machinery Spur 1 Day
Trip Leader – Steve Belli TEC – Graeme Price
Depart: 7.30AM
Return: 5.00PM
Description: A very special trip on a closed 4wd route (special permission gained). Taking in sweeping views of Mt Feather Top, Mt Hotham and the Bogong High Plains. Visit the recently closed down Red Robin Gold Mine. A rare and interesting trip with a local from the area.
Requirements: No Camper Trailers. No Offroad Caravans. 4wd must have a minimum of all terrain tyres, recovery points on front and rear along with recovery gear.
Trip Rating: Medium
Trip#11
Talbotville 1 Day
Trip Leader – Noel & Irene Ham TEC – Wangaratta 4WD Club Member
Depart: 7.30AM
Return: 5.00PM
Description: A challenging drive filled with history, iconic sights and old ghost towns.
Requirements: No Camper Trailers. No Offroad Caravans. 4wd must have a minimum of all terrain tyres, recovery points on front and rear along with recovery gear.
Trip Rating: Medium/Hard
Trip#15
Billy Goat 1 Day
Trip Leader – Paul O’Reily TEC – Bram Kefford
Depart: 7.30AM
Return: 5.00PM
Description: A very popular challenge on one of the highest 4WD tracks in the state. Great views of the High Country.
Requirements: No Camper Trailers. No Offroad Caravans. 4wd must have a minimum of all terrain tyres, recovery points on front and rear along with recovery gear and high clearance.
Trip Rating: Medium/Hard
Day 2: Thursday 21st March 2019
Your choice of the following Trips!
Trip #9
High Country West Trip 3 Days
Trip Leader – Tony Wells TEC – TBA
Depart: 7.30AM
Return: Saturday 23rd March Approx 4.30Pm
Description: A mixed bag of mystery tracks through the west of Dargo taking in Kelly’s Hut, Butcher Country, Wonongatta and Talbotville, to name a few…
Requirements: No Camper Trailers. No Offroad Caravans. 4wd must have a minimum of all terrain tyres, recovery points on front and rear along with recovery gear.
Trip Rating: Difficult
Trip #13
Haunted Stream 2 Day
Trip Leader – Noel & Irene Ham TEC – Wangaratta 4WD Club Member
Depart: 7.30AM
Return: 5.00PM
Description: An overnight trip up the recently re-opened haunted stream region.
Requirements: No Camper Trailers. No Offroad Caravans. 4wd must have a minimum of all terrain tyres, recovery points on front and rear along with recovery gear.
Trip Rating: Difficult
Trip #12
Blizzard Brewery BBQ 1 Day
Trip Leader – Steve Belli TEC – Graeme Price
Depart: 7.30AM
Return: 5.00PM
Description: A very special trip to see the workings of one of Australia’s Highest Brewery’s. Sample some craft beer and enjoy a high country BBQ. Note additional cost of $25 per Adult (includes beer sampling and BBQ Lunch)
Requirements: No Camper Trailers. No Offroad Caravans. 4wd must have a minimum of all terrain tyres, recovery points on front and rear along with recovery gear.
Trip Rating: Easy/Medium
Trip #16
Upper New Place Hut 1 Day
Trip Leader – Bram Kefford TEC – Paul O’Reily
Depart: 7.30AM
Return: 5.00PM
Description: A scenic day trip to Upper New Place Hut taking in some great views south east of Dargo.
Requirements: No Camper Trailers. No Offroad Caravans. 4wd must have a minimum of all terrain tyres, recovery points on front and rear along with recovery gear.
Trip Rating: Medium
Day 3: Friday 22nd March 2019
Your choice of the following Trips!
Trip #14
Talbotville 1 Day
Trip Leader – Graeme Price TEC – Steve Belli
Depart: 7.30AM
Return: 5.00PM
Description: A challenging drive filled with history, iconic sights and old ghost towns.
Requirements: No Camper Trailers. No Offroad Caravans. 4wd must have a minimum of all terrain tyres, recovery points on front and rear along with recovery gear.
Trip Rating: Medium/Hard
Trip #17
River To The Clouds 1 Day
Trip Leader – Paul O’Reily TEC – Bram Kefford
Depart: 7.30AM
Return: 5.30PM
Description: Head into the Mayford Valley and Dargo River, then venture up Blue Rag to the Trig Point!
Requirements: No Camper Trailers. No Offroad Caravans. 4wd must have a minimum of all terrain tyres, recovery points on front and rear along with recovery gear.
Trip Rating: Medium/Difficult
Day 4: Saturday 23rd March 2019
Your choice of the following Trips!
Trip #18
Wallers Hut 1 Day
Trip Leader – Bram Kefford TEC – Paul O’Reily
Depart: 7.30AM
Return: 5.00PM
Description: A scenic day trip to Wallers Hut taking in some great views.
Requirements: No Camper Trailers. No Offroad Caravans. 4wd must have a minimum of all terrain tyres, recovery points on front and rear along with recovery gear.
Trip Rating: Medium
Trip #19
McGuire’s Track 1 Day
Trip Leader – Graeme Price TEC – Steve Belli
Depart: 7.30AM
Return: 3.30PM
Description: Test out your skills on this challenging fun track! Note short trip for those wanting to get back early for the Gala Dinner.
Requirements: No Camper Trailers. No Offroad Caravans. 4wd must have a minimum of all terrain tyres, recovery points on front and rear along with recovery gear.
Trip Rating: Medium
Trip #22
Wonongatta 1 Day
Trip Leader – Wangaratta 4WD Club Member TEC – Wangaratta 4WD Club Member
Depart: 7.30AM
Return: 5.00PM
Description: Visit the Wonongatta Homestead and hear about the mysterious unsolved murder from days gone by. A great opportunity if you missed the overnight trips.
Requirements: No Camper Trailers. No Offroad Caravans. 4wd must have a minimum of all terrain tyres, recovery points on front and rear along with recovery gear.
Trip Rating: Difficult
6.30pm onwards – Gala Dinner at Dargo Community Centre. 3 Course Meal, BYO drinks. High Country Trivia and some fun awards coupled with some great prizes!