“You can watch as much as you want on YouTube or anywhere else, but actually doing it and having experienced professionals walk you through things is where you learn so much more. It was an awesome venue with varied terrain. I was shocked at what my truck could do (only to find out these were the easy trails). Whether you are renting one of their rigs or bringing your own, you’ll learn a lot. The bug has bitten me (not the ones from the woods which bit me too) and I can’t wait to get offroad again. Go get your 4×4 dirty, highly recommended.” – Quest, May 2025
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Special Event
2025 Charity Coach & Drive
Fri Dec 12 – Sat Dec 13
Registration is Open!
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Public Class Dates Below (Open Year-Round For Private Training)
- Determine your off-road driving experience level and select your class
- Click on a class date to register
- NORA rental rigs available, contact us before booking your class.
- Full size trucks (i.e. F150, Ram 1500, etc.) require private training.
- Dates Are Tentative Until Blue-Linked, 2026 registration opens early Dec
NORA Off Road Driving Experience Levels (click for more details):
(Level 1) Beginner – Zero experience
(Level 2) Advanced Beginner – Experience on sand or easy dirt & rutted trails
(Level 3) Competent – Experience driving on dirt, rock, ledge. Comfortable with steep grades and off-camber.
(Level 4) Proficient – Comfortable on challenging terrain without a spotter. Experienced with safe recovery techniques.
4WD & AWD Intro Trail Driving
Suggested for drivers with Level 1 driving experience
4DRV-101 & AWD-101 Intro to Off Road Driving (2hr onsite): 12/6/25, 2026: 5/2, 7/18, 9/5, 11/7
4WD Vehicle Specific Intro Trail Driving
Suggested for drivers with Level 1, Level 2 driving experience
4DRV-102: Intro to Off Road Driving (3hr onsite):
Jeep Wrangler & Gladiator: 4/11, 6/6, 8/1, 10/3, 12/5
Ford Bronco & Ranger: 4/11, 6/6, 8/1, 10/3, 12/5
Toyota 4Runner, Landcruiser & Tacoma: 5/2, 8/16
4WD ‘Essentials’ Trail Driving
Suggested for drivers with Level 1, Level 2, Level 3 driving experience
4DRV-201: Off Road Driving Essentials (5hr onsite): Sat 12/6/25, 2026: 4/18, 5/16, 6/20, 7/18, 8/15, 9/5, 10/17, 11/21
4WD ‘Proficient’ Trail Driving
Suggested for drivers with Level 3, Level 4 driving experience
4DRV-301: Coach & Drive – Technical Terrain (4hr onsite): Dates Pending
Getting Unstuck I: Workshops & Trails
Suggested for drivers with Level 2, Level 3, Level 4 driving experience
REC-101: Recovery Using Traction Devices, KE-Rope & Strap (4hr onsite): 5/17, 8/16, 11/22
Getting Unstuck II: Workshops & Trails
Suggested for drivers with Level 3, Level 4 driving experience
REC-201: Recovery Using Winch, Hi-Lift & Other Techniques (4hr onsite): 7/19, 9/19
4WD Multi-Day: Trail Driving & Recovery
Suggested for drivers with Level 1, Level 2, Level 3 driving experience
4DRV-202B: Boot Camp 2-Day: Essentials Driving, Night Drive & Recovery I: 5/16-17, 8/15-16, 11/21-22
Hunter Mountain Driving Tours
Click Here For Hunter Mountain Info & Booking
Customized Private Training is available year-round.
NORA’s Trail Pass Program is available to all NORA Alumni w/discounts on classes and events.
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Off-Road Workshops – Contact Us
WKSP-101 Vehicle Spotting
WKSP-102 Expect The Unexpected
WKSP-103 Trail Leadership
WKSP-104 Basic Overnight Forest Survival Skills
WKSP-105 Intro to Navigation: Paper Map & Compass
WKSP-106 Vehicle Maintenance & Confidence
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Overland Training Workshops
OLND-101 Intro to Overlanding: Trip Planning & Gear
OLND-102 Intro to Overlanding: Vehicle Preparation
OLND-103 Intro to Overlanding: Communications
OLND-104 Intro to Overlanding: Meal Planning & Cooking
OLND-105 Intro to Navigation: Handheld & Vehicle Mounted GPS Systems
Overland Multi-Day Excursions
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Private Training for Women’s Rebelle Rally
Email info@nora4x4.com
Passenger Ride-Along Adventure, Ellenville, NY
Click here for private ride-along tours
Anti-Kidnapping & Hostage Survival 3 & 5 Day – Call us for details and booking.
All 2025 purchases for classes, tours and Overland Excursions qualify for NORA’s 2025 Customer Appreciation Holiday Raffle held in December.
Gift Certificates: Give The Gift Of Adventure!
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Gift Certificates Available: Click here to shop Class Gift Certificates
NORA has worked with over 12,000 clients since 2011 and has received Tripadvisor's Travelers' Choice Award each year since 2020 for consistently earning great reviews from travelers. We are ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor! Our team of instructors and guides are all passionate about what we do, and we strive to give you an exceptional experience. See our Testimonials.Credit only (valid for 1 year), no refunds
7 days prior to class date: Full credit
6 days up to day before class date: Full credit less $50 service fee
Day of class - 50% credit