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We feel that safety is a serious matter. Driving with some common sense is a must. If you are attempting something that you aren't comfortable with, ask for a spotter, they can see things that you just can't see and they may save you from damaging your ride. Everyone feels some peer pressure at times but don't let it get the best of you. We do challenge each other on the trails and such, just be sure not to over do it.
We all get stuck sooner or later. If you never get stuck you aren't trying hard enough. Everyone knows that getting stuck is part of the fun! There will always be someone to get you out.
We also look at how a vehicle is lifted. All lifts must be done with safety in mind, if it is weak, or may hurt someone leave it at home. Our unregistered vehicles will also be relatively safe. For example, street vehicles can't have front lift blocks, but our unregistered rides can have as much as 4 inches in front.
There is a lot more to safety than is written here, the rest is up to you. Our club rides have hazards, some more so than others. We have a NO DRINKING before ANY trail ride rule, as all it takes is one person to ruin it for everyone, and the last thing we want is that. If you are caught Drinking on any CLUB TRAIL RIDE, you will be asked to leave immediately, and if you are drunk you will hand over your keys to your passenger or a friend and you will be suspended for 2 rides, and if it happens a second time you will not be allowed to drive on any TRAIL rides at all for 6 months, and a third time equals no driving on any rides at all. However, you can attend social club events where no actual riding is happening. If trail rides do take place anyone who has consumed alcohol will not be allowed to drive. These penalties apply to any and all other mind altering drugs!!
Recommended Items and Accessories
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Member vehicles should have at all times: |
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| Fire Extinguisher | Flashlight (that works) |
| Sanitary Stuff | Spare Tire |
| Working Seatbelts | Trash Bags |
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All participants should have access to: |
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| High Lift Jack | Tree Saver Strap |
| Pull Strap | 1st Aid Kit |
| Hand Tools | Duct Tape |
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Guests as well as members must have on rides: |
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| Working 4-Wheel Drive | Valid Driver's License |
| Working Seatbelts | Good Tires |
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Highly recommended vehicle accessories: |
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| CB | Locking Differentials |
| Strong Suspension | Sturdy Bumpers |
| Aggressive Tires | Good pull Points |
| Winch | Spare Parts |
While we are trial riding, if you go into an area not marked or into a closed area, and an officer of the law, Game warden, Forestry official or any law enforcement officer issues you a ticket, fine, arrest, or confiscates you vehicle, liability is bore solely by the owner of the vehicle or the person doing the action.
You are responsible for the loss, theft, injury, or damage to any vehicle. Personal property in vehicles are solely the owner's responsibility. Each person is there voluntarily and solely responsible for their own actions and equipment.
| Rating | Description |
| 1 | This is the easiest of our rides and it is usually an outing for lunch or social gathering. |
| 2 | This is an actual ride that almost any stock vehicle can navigate. Scratches are very unlikely. |
| 3 | On this ride stock vehicles are O.K., however scratches may occur. |
| 4 | Scratches are likely. Small lift recommended. |
| 5 | We will encounter brush and other related objects on this ride. |
| 6 | There will be difficult obstacles that can break your vehicle be ready for anything. #5 also applies. |
| 7 | Guaranteed difficult obstacles. Deep water or possible very dangerous situations. Locking diffs recommended. |
| 8 | Rocks and/or other hard surfaces are on the trail. |
| 9 | This is a very tough ride, recovery equipment aggressive tires lockers and moderate lift is highly recommended. #7 also applies. |
| 10 | This is as hardcore as we can get. Expect scratches, dents, and broken parts. Aggressive tires are highly recommended as well as any recovery equipment that you own. Driver skill, patience, lift, lockers, and a strong overall vehicle is a must. #7 and #8 also applies. |
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