Total Approach Recovery Course
Course Curriculum
Day 1
- No Embarrassment in Getting Stuck
- Six Types of Off-Road Recovery Under Two Categories
- First Actions After Getting Stuck & Choosing the lowest energy recovery method/strategy
- STOPA – Stuck Assessment and Recovery Plan Checklist Overview
- Mobile Battery Jumps
- Fire Extinguishing on Trail
- Self-Recovery Traction Extraction
- Use of MaxTrax and Bridging Ladders
- Correctly Using a Bridle
- Vehicle-Assisted Kinetic Energy Recovery
- Towing a Disabled Vehicle
Day 2
- Advanced In-Field Tire Repair
- Valve Stem Repair
- Repairing Sidewall Tears – Small & Large
- Seating Tire Beads
- Winch Utility
- Choosing an Anchor – Vehicle, Ground Anchor, Tree, Boulder
- Danger at Overloaded Anchor Points
- In-Field Powered Winching
- Winch Accessories
- Self-Recovery Powered Winch Rigging Set-Ups
- Hand Winching to the Rear
- Vehicle-Assisted Winch Rigging Set-Ups
Target Audience. Intermediate to Advanced Off-Roaders. It is recommended (not required) that enrollees complete the Introduction to 4x4 course prior to taking this course.
What Should You Wear: Please come prepared with long pants, good boots, gloves, and sun protection.
Vehicle Requirements. Any reliable 4WD with 2-speed 4WD transfer case (must have 4-Low gearing). Street legal vehicle in excellent working condition, no fluid leaks. Frame-mounted recovery points front and rear.
Equipment Requirements: None... However this is a list of equipment that will help you take full advantage of the training in this course. However, if you do not have this equipment please do not purchase for the course. We will show you the very best equipment you'll want to purchase.
Hi-Lift Jack and Accessories – JackMate, Off-Road Base Plate, Off-Road Kit, Bumper Lift
Vehicle-mounted winch
Various winch accessories (shackles, snatch block, recovery ring, tree strap, etc.)
Traction Boards and/or Bridging Ladders
Polyester Tow Rope/Strap
Kinetic Energy Rope/Strap
Tire repair kits
Air Compressors
Food and Lodging: Food and lodging will not be supplied. Please prepare to bring a packed lunch during the day, and plenty of water. There are many suitable hotels and camping areas close to the training area. Reservations for lodging are the responsibility of the attendee. You will not be allowed to camp on-site at the training facility.
Prerequisite: Reading the book "The Total Approach to Getting Unstuck Off Road - 4WD Self Recovery & Vehicle-Assisted Recovery."
Length of Course: 2 days; 8:30am to 5:00 pm
Testing: There will be a written test at the conclusion of day 1, and a hands on test at the conclusion of day 2.
Cost: $450 per person