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Fellow Off-Roaders,
Please allow me to introduce myself. My name is Filip Christiaanse, and I am running for the Director at Large position for the Four-Wheel Drive Association.
I had a fascination with the outdoors as a kid. Raised in Holland, I loved camping and sailing as a sea scout. After immigrating to BC, I was awed with the beauty and vastness of the backcountry. I liked touring around and camping in the wilderness with my friends. I hiked the Westcoast Trail and Stein Valley and canoed the Broken Islands and Bowron Lakes. When I started a family, I enrolled my kids in scouts and guides to enjoy nature. My kids and I like camping and exploring the wilderness together. I bought an FJ Cruiser 5 ½ years ago and joined a local off-road group. My travels since have taken me to many places in our beautiful province, from Tofino in the west to Cranbrook in the east, from the Chilliwack in the south to 100 Mile House in the north, and anywhere in between. I have been to exotic off-road locales in Oregon, Utah and Colorado with my off-road buddies. I now drive a JK Wrangler.
My motivation to be a director of the 4WDABC is to bring the love of the backcountry and off-roading to others, whether it is Overlanding, mud-bogging or hard-core rock-crawling. I would like to help members be able to enjoy nature in a safe and fun manner and keep the backcountry accessible. I like to listen to members' concerns and am open to their ideas.
Over the years, I have volunteered with a diverse mix of community groups. I was a scout leader when my kids were younger and currently am a Herd of Turtles 4x4 board member for four years running. As a land-use planner, I am familiar with liaising with various government officials and professionals at different levels, which can help advocate for backroad access. Through my profession, I have gained planning and organizational skills that can help run the Association. I have a particular interest in heritage and like to... see more Fellow Off-Roaders,
Please allow me to introduce myself. My name is Filip Christiaanse, and I am running for the Director at Large position for the Four-Wheel Drive Association.
I had a fascination with the outdoors as a kid. Raised in Holland, I loved camping and sailing as a sea scout. After immigrating to BC, I was awed with the beauty and vastness of the backcountry. I liked touring around and camping in the wilderness with my friends. I hiked the Westcoast Trail and Stein Valley and canoed the Broken Islands and Bowron Lakes. When I started a family, I enrolled my kids in scouts and guides to enjoy nature. My kids and I like camping and exploring the wilderness together. I bought an FJ Cruiser 5 ½ years ago and joined a local off-road group. My travels since have taken me to many places in our beautiful province, from Tofino in the west to Cranbrook in the east, from the Chilliwack in the south to 100 Mile House in the north, and anywhere in between. I have been to exotic off-road locales in Oregon, Utah and Colorado with my off-road buddies. I now drive a JK Wrangler.
My motivation to be a director of the 4WDABC is to bring the love of the backcountry and off-roading to others, whether it is Overlanding, mud-bogging or hard-core rock-crawling. I would like to help members be able to enjoy nature in a safe and fun manner and keep the backcountry accessible. I like to listen to members' concerns and am open to their ideas.
Over the years, I have volunteered with a diverse mix of community groups. I was a scout leader when my kids were younger and currently am a Herd of Turtles 4x4 board member for four years running. As a land-use planner, I am familiar with liaising with various government officials and professionals at different levels, which can help advocate for backroad access. Through my profession, I have gained planning and organizational skills that can help run the Association. I have a particular interest in heritage and like to explore opportunities to access the province's unique cultural and natural assets. I would like to help out the many volunteers and Board in any capacity they need so we can be the best Association we can be.
Please allow me to introduce myself. My name is Filip Christiaanse, and I am running for the Director at Large position for the Four-Wheel Drive Association.
I had a fascination with the outdoors as a kid. Raised in Holland, I loved camping and sailing as a sea scout. After immigrating to BC, I was awed with the beauty and vastness of the backcountry. I liked touring around and camping in the wilderness with my friends. I hiked the Westcoast Trail and Stein Valley and canoed the Broken Islands and Bowron Lakes. When I started a family, I enrolled my kids in scouts and guides to enjoy nature. My kids and I like camping and exploring the wilderness together. I bought an FJ Cruiser 5 ½ years ago and joined a local off-road group. My travels since have taken me to many places in our beautiful province, from Tofino in the west to Cranbrook in the east, from the Chilliwack in the south to 100 Mile House in the north, and anywhere in between. I have been to exotic off-road locales in Oregon, Utah and Colorado with my off-road buddies. I now drive a JK Wrangler.
My motivation to be a director of the 4WDABC is to bring the love of the backcountry and off-roading to others, whether it is Overlanding, mud-bogging or hard-core rock-crawling. I would like to help members be able to enjoy nature in a safe and fun manner and keep the backcountry accessible. I like to listen to members' concerns and am open to their ideas.
Over the years, I have volunteered with a diverse mix of community groups. I was a scout leader when my kids were younger and currently am a Herd of Turtles 4x4 board member for four years running. As a land-use planner, I am familiar with liaising with various government officials and professionals at different levels, which can help advocate for backroad access. Through my profession, I have gained planning and organizational skills that can help run the Association. I have a particular interest in heritage and like to... see more Fellow Off-Roaders,
Please allow me to introduce myself. My name is Filip Christiaanse, and I am running for the Director at Large position for the Four-Wheel Drive Association.
I had a fascination with the outdoors as a kid. Raised in Holland, I loved camping and sailing as a sea scout. After immigrating to BC, I was awed with the beauty and vastness of the backcountry. I liked touring around and camping in the wilderness with my friends. I hiked the Westcoast Trail and Stein Valley and canoed the Broken Islands and Bowron Lakes. When I started a family, I enrolled my kids in scouts and guides to enjoy nature. My kids and I like camping and exploring the wilderness together. I bought an FJ Cruiser 5 ½ years ago and joined a local off-road group. My travels since have taken me to many places in our beautiful province, from Tofino in the west to Cranbrook in the east, from the Chilliwack in the south to 100 Mile House in the north, and anywhere in between. I have been to exotic off-road locales in Oregon, Utah and Colorado with my off-road buddies. I now drive a JK Wrangler.
My motivation to be a director of the 4WDABC is to bring the love of the backcountry and off-roading to others, whether it is Overlanding, mud-bogging or hard-core rock-crawling. I would like to help members be able to enjoy nature in a safe and fun manner and keep the backcountry accessible. I like to listen to members' concerns and am open to their ideas.
Over the years, I have volunteered with a diverse mix of community groups. I was a scout leader when my kids were younger and currently am a Herd of Turtles 4x4 board member for four years running. As a land-use planner, I am familiar with liaising with various government officials and professionals at different levels, which can help advocate for backroad access. Through my profession, I have gained planning and organizational skills that can help run the Association. I have a particular interest in heritage and like to explore opportunities to access the province's unique cultural and natural assets. I would like to help out the many volunteers and Board in any capacity they need so we can be the best Association we can be.
The 4WDABC election of half of the board of directors is underway. There are a few incumbents running uncontested. There are five... see more My Voting Guide Criteria - take it or leave it as you see fit.
The 4WDABC election of half of the board of directors is underway. There are a few incumbents running uncontested. There are five candidates running for the director at large position. The director at large will assist the board wherever the need is the most based on his or her skills.
But who to vote for? All these individuals are dedicated volunteers and anyone would be a welcome addition to the board. All will likely continue volunteering with the association even when not elected. For myself, I would look at the following criteria (in no particular order).
Regional Representation - It would be beneficial if the board consists of directors from different regions to ensure province wide representation. There are issues that are particular to different regions that they can bring to the board.
Skills and Interests - What are the skills each candidate brings to the board? Do they complement the current board? Do they align with what you would like to see more of on the board?
Motivations and Advocacy - What is the motivation of each candidate? What are their accomplishments? Do they match what you would like to see the association do in the future?
Which candidate speaks to you most - This comes down to whose bio you identify with.
Name recognition - Do you know the candidate, have you met him or her, have you heard good things about him or her?
Diversity - Will the candidate bring diversity to the board? Diversity can mean whatever you may determine.
I wanted to share my thoughts as it can be hard to choose someone from just a few words on the page. You can play elimination if that helps.
As said above, review their bios and don't fret too much about your choice. They are all good candidates and those unelected will likely continue to volunteer. But I do encourage you to vote!
Say! I like off-roading!
I do! I like it, 4WDABC!
And I would off-road in a boat!
And I would off-road with a goat...
And I will off-road, in... see more An ode to off-roading and the 4WDABC association.
Say! I like off-roading!
I do! I like it, 4WDABC!
And I would off-road in a boat!
And I would off-road with a goat...
And I will off-road, in the rain.
And in the dark. And on a train.
And in a car. And in a tree.
It is so good, so good, you see!
So I will off-road in a box.
And I will off-road with a fox.
And I will off-road in a house.
And I will off-road with a mouse.
And I will off-road here and there.
Say! I will off-road anywhere!
I do so like off-roading!
Thank you! Thank you, 4WDABC.
As a land-use planner have you had any direct interaction with Williams Lake FS District or Cascades FS District related to old trail closures in the South Chilcotin; specifically,... see more Hi Filip,
As a land-use planner have you had any direct interaction with Williams Lake FS District or Cascades FS District related to old trail closures in the South Chilcotin; specifically, China Head, Poison Mntn, Windy Ridge, Yodel Camp and the trails around Black Dome.
Chris Donald