Reminder of our Mission Since our beginnings in 1998 as the Northern Lights 4×4 Trail Riders—and now as the Ontario Federation of 4WD Recreationists—one purpose has lit our path: keeping Ontario’s trails open, healthy, and welcoming for every four‑wheel‑drive enthusiast—today and for generations to come. Our core values guide every turn of the wheel: Stewardship Read more
Tread Lightly!’s Online Awareness Course is a free 30-45 minute course that teaches the basics of Tread Lightly! and how to minimize your impact outdoors. Read more
Are you new to off-roading and living in Eastern Ontario? Registration is now open for Spring, Summer and Fall Newbie Runs. Read more
It has been said that it takes a village to raise a child. At OF4WD, we believe that it takes a community to take care of a trail. That is why we are continuing the Adopt-a-Trail program and seeking Adopters! The crown land trails we all enjoy change over each season. Just last season Read more
“Where are the trails in Southern Ontario?” This is a common question asked by many new offroaders, but an easier question to answer is “Where are the Crown Land trails in Southern Ontario?” The simple answer is there are none, because there is no Crown Land in Southern Ontario. On the map at the end Read more
There comes a point when any off-road enthusiast is modifying their build where mass comes into play. For some 4×4 owners, it’s early on that the mass of their vehicle plays a part in their next modification decision. For others, mass is not a consideration until farther down the line. Read more
Article and photos by Brad Yhard, OF4WD Board of Directors 2017-present Note that this article represent the opinion of the author, not OF4WD. There are many routes to modifications which are valid, this is simply my story. If you have read my last article (Bought a New 4×4) and took my advice, you have Read more
Brad Yhard, OF4WD Board of Directors 2017 So you bought your first Jeep or other 4×4 capable vehicle. If you are like my wife 2 years ago, you are excited and want to get onto a trail! Or perhaps you are like me 1 year ago, and are nervous about taking it on a Read more
This post is just to clarify the OF4WD Membership period and explain the renewal process so that it’s a bit more clear. First the Membership period for an OF4WD members is a calendar year. Specifically our memberships are valid from January 1st to December 31st each year. If you only sign up part way Read more
The dates for the 2017 Newbie Runs have been determined: June 17, 2017 July 29, 2017 September 16, 2017 The runs this year will take place at South Wind Motel & Campground. Some intrepid members have already noticed all three dates in the events calendar. While the runs are listed in the events calendar please Read more
