CO4WDofTexas

Dedicated to the Employees, and their families, of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

CORRECTIONAL OFFICER'S 4WD ASSOCIATION OF TEXAS

Membership

Prospective new members must be nominated and seconded by paid up members after whom the elected office bearers will decide on the application.
Prospective new members who apply via the media etc., will be invited to accompany the club on a day trip or weekend outing after which the application will be decided on by the elected office bearers.
Membership fees and additional guest fees will be determined annually.
Participation in club activities will not be allowed prior to full payment being received of the annual fees and guest outing fees where applicable.
Membership can be terminated in writing by the committee of representatives, on transgressing of the rules of the 4x4 club, or by the member.

Constitution

Our vision is to provide a forum/platform along with the CO4WDofTexas for our members whereby we can enjoy the outdoors in all its splendour.

Visit areas that are only accessible to the 4 x 4 enthusiast.
Social responsibility towards under privileged communities
Accommodate all-purpose off road motorcycles.
To acquaint ourselves with all the aspects of responsible off road driving and recovery.
Be eco-friendly travellers.
Raise funds to enable us to visit remote areas (long distance) with the minimum of cost to members.
Networking amongst members.
Meeting new friends that have a lot in common.
The Club endeavours to introduce members to areas not always open to the public.
Respect nature and tread lightly
To adhere to the Rules and Regulations as stipulated by the Correctional Officer's 4WD Association of Texas.

CO4WD Rules

The route leader is the responsible person and members must adhere to his or her instructions.
Members who confirmed their participation on a particular outing and do not turn up will be liable for any costs incurred including discounts forfeited as a result thereof.
Members must be punctual if a specific departure time has been decided on. The convoy will leave at the designated time and latecomers must proceed to the venue on own time and inform the route leader as such.
Members may invite guests, at an additional cost, to accompany the Club on an outing and the member will assume full responsibility for the guests' behavior and the cost of the guest fees.
When driving in convoy, members must keep their positions as designated by the route leader.
When driving in convoy vehicles must ensure that they keep the vehicle behind them in sight as this prevents delays in situations where a vehicle may experience difficulties on a section of the route.
No littering – what you bring in you take out.
Conduct whilst camping/staying overnight – please adhere to all rules of the campsite pertaining to noise, littering and general behavior.
Should there be less than three vehicles confirming participation on a particular outing, the route will be cancelled.
The club reserves the right to cancel any route due to unforeseen circumstances i.e. bad weather.
No person without a valid drivers license or learners drivers license will be allowed to drive any vehicle on any club organized 4x4 event unless the majority present so grants permission to do.
Should any member (or guest) transgress any of the club rules or the Code of Conduct and a written complaint is lodged within 72 hours after the end of a trip or event, the elected office bearers may terminate membership following an investigation.
Vehicles must be mechanically sound and have basic recovery equipment available before a 4x4 route is attempted. Members must see to it that their guests' vehicles also adhere to these basic requirements.

DUES:

State of Texas Employees:   FREE
Non-State Employees: $50.00 1st Year
      (Covers ORV and State Park
       admissions, as well as, to help
       Members in need)

Non-State Employee Renewal: $30.00 Year

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