How to Join the Southern Tablelands 4WD Club

You can join the Southern Tablelands 4WD Club by registering through the membership section of st4wdc.com.au, or by contacting the membership secretary at [email protected] with any questions first. The club is based in Canberra, was established in 1976, and has over 300 members, so it suits owners of traditional high-clearance 4WD vehicles who want organised trips and driver training rather than a casual online group. If you are unsure, you can attend a monthly meeting as a visitor before committing.

What the club offers members

The club runs close to 100 events and trips each year. These range from social events such as quiz nights, to day and weekend trips in the local area, up to month-long trips to remote locations. Activities are pitched at all skill levels and interests.

Training is a core part of membership. The club offers driver education courses at basic and advanced levels:

• Basic training for novices is a prerequisite for participation in most club trips.
• Advanced training is recommended once you have gained experience and want to build competence and confidence on more challenging terrain.

Steps to join

1. Check the membership information. The website has a Membership section plus a Membership Registration page and a Frequently Asked Questions page. These are the places to confirm current details before you act.
2. Register through the website. Membership registration is handled through the site's membership pages.
3. Ask questions if anything is unclear. The membership secretary can be reached by email at [email protected].
4. Consider attending a meeting first. Visitors are welcome at the monthly general meetings, which attract around 60 members and guests and usually feature a guest speaker. The club notes that attending before you have even chosen a vehicle can be a good idea.

Monthly meetings

Practical points before you commit

• The club caters for traditional (high clearance) 4 wheel drive vehicles, so check that your vehicle fits this description.
• Basic training is a prerequisite for most trips, so new members without prior training should expect to complete it before joining the bulk of the trip calendar.
• The website also lists an online shop, newsletters, upcoming activities, and supporter information, which give a sense of what membership involves before you register.

For current fees, registration requirements, and any membership conditions, use the membership pages on st4wdc.com.au or email the membership secretary, since those details are not specified on the site's main page.