If you're looking for some four-wheel-drive-based activities this weekend, look to California, Illinois, and Michigan. On tap are a couple of driving schools, some monster truck racing, and a winter trailrun. List and links follow.
Getting Started Off-Road Driving, Gorman, California. Saturday only. More info: www.4x4training.com.
Advanced Beginner Off-Road Driving, Mojave, California. Sunday only. More info: www.4x4training.com.
18th Annual Sno*Blind Expedition, West Branch, Michigan. Friday through Sunday. More info: www.mudchuggers.com.