Winching 201 – Mini Mud Run

Winching 201 combines learning about advanced winching techniques for vehicle recovery with an opportunity to play in the creek and mud in the bottom of Lucky Peak Reservoir. Hosted by IOR President, Aaron.
Meet at Albertson’s and travel together to Robie Creek. After airing down near the Robie Creek Boat Ramp the group will work their way down the reservoir bed, crossing the creek multiple times. There may be impromptu winching/recovery demonstrations if vehicles get stuck on the creek crossings. At the end point Aaron will talk about, and demonstrate, advanced winching techniques. This is also the ‘lunch’ spot where we’ll get a fire going for roasting hot dogs and s’mores. Like to wheel in the mud? – feel free to make your own fun during the break!
Bring
• Firewood
• Hotdogs and marshmallows for roasting
• Personal food and drinks
• Chairs
Be prepared for mud!
Saturday, February 21st, 2026
Meet Time: 9am (Albertsons); Leave: 9:30am;
Start/Air down time (Robie Creek Boat Ramp): 10.00 a.m.
Duration: ~4 to 5 hours
If you need to leave early please find a buddy to travel back up the creek with.
Everyone is welcome, including friends, new comers, and non-associated enthusiasts.