Current members in good standing with the club and any of their guest. Guest may bring their own 4x4. Non-Mitsubishi 4x4 owners may bring their own 4x4's however, each guest must be accompanied by a club member who is also bringing a Mitsubishi 4x4.
WHOM TO CONTACT
All events will have an event coordinator and that's the person to reach in case you have questions about an upcoming event. To find out who the event coordinator is for an upcoming event, follow specific event instructions in the corresponding announcement, contact one of the Club Officers, or contact someone via the contact page on this website.
INFORMATION WE NEED TO REGISTER YOU
Your Name:
Your Estimated Arrival: Date, Time, # Location
Estimated Departure Time: If leaving in the middle of a trip.
Where you're driving from:
The total number in your group:
Telephone number: where we can reach you prior to the trip
Cell phone number: if you have one
E-Mail address:
Off Road Experience Level:
- Novice: Never been or may have gone only a few times. Some familiarity with how to overcome trail obstacles
- Moderate: Go off road regularly, but don't regulary do the 4 to 4+ trails
- Expert: Able to spot vehicles, and spot yourself out of a sticky situation. Go off road regulary. Able to do 4 to 4+ trails.
Vehicle Model: Montero, Raider, Sport (2, 4 door)
Engine Size: 2.5L, 2.6L, 2.8L, 3.0L, 3.5L, etc.
Type of Rear Diff: Open, Limited Slip, Locked
Tire Size & Type
Recovery Gear: Winch? Straps?
AT CAMP
1) Pay any fees to the Trip host or campground if utilizing a pay campground.
2) Check in with host upon arrival
3) Pack out trash
4) Always utilize existing tent sites and campfire rings whenever possible.
5) Choose a site further from the campfire ring for earlier bed time, if so desired.
6) Minimize impact on camp area and leave neater than found.
TRAIL RULES
1) Make sure you're vehicle is loaded and ready to hit the trail on time.
2) Respect other trail users
3) Always stop for equestrians. They always have the right of way.
4) Pass ATV's, Dirt Bikes, Mountain Bikes & Hikers slowly.
5) Pull over to allow others to pass.
6) Follow the trail leader's example.
7) Stay on the trail and WELL established bi-passes or secondary routes. TREAD LIGHTLY!!
8) Alcohol is only allowed at the base camps. Alcohol is strictly prohibited on the trail.
9) Use caution when assisting other vehicles over obstacles. If you are not sure how to "spot" a vehicle through, ask how before getting on the trail.
10) Use extreme caution when near large drop-offs, especially with children. Use basic common sense in the wilderness.
11) Stay off Ruin walls. Many are extremely fragile.
12) Keep attempts at difficult obstacles to 3, then take winch or strap assistance over the obstacle to save injury, vehicle damage, and trail abuse.
13) Official Club CB Channel is 1. Alternate is 11.
14) If you need spotting or other assistance, wait for the trail leader. Flash headlights, honk horn or call for help using the CB. Trail Leader WILL STOP for the more difficult obstacles.
15) Keep watch on the vehicle behind you after harder obstacles.
16) Render aid to other trail users if necessary.
17) If you fall behind, stay on the main trail. Trail leaders will stop at each major turn off.
18) The Trail Leader's decisions are Final.
19) Always bring up any safety concerns.
20) No-one should be ashamed to take a bi-pass. Heckling someone for doing so is not allowed.
21) Set professional examples for our Club and other trail users.
22) Come prepared for possible vehicle damage.
23) Have Fun!!
ABOUT THE EVENTS
Our events are mostly family oriented and open to all Mitsubishi 4x4 owners. Non-Mitsubishi behicles are welcome as guests of attending Mitsubishi Owners. Only one non-Mitsubishi guest vehicle per owner.
We always promote responsible wheeling and good fun. We always pack out more than we pack in. This means if we find trash on the trail, we make every effort to remove it.
BE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN ACTIONS
The Mitsubishi Four Wheel Drive Club of N. America, it's officers, and its sponsors cannot be held liable for any personal injury, or damage your vehicle may sustain.
While each event is unique, challenging and fun, there is and inherent possibility of vehicle damage and / or personal injury. Attendee's must accept responsibility for their actions.
WHAT TO BRING
Check our What to Bring page for detailed information on gear and equipment you may need on the trail.
If necessary, we will put up Club signs at the various turn off's so you don't get lost. Obviously this will vary with the events so please consult the event coordinattor or one of the club officers if you have questions.
Most events are camp on the trail type events with no Motels neare by. As required, we do camp at designated camp grounds, but generally try to avoid them due to a number of reasons (crowds, fees, reservations, location, etc.)
GROCERY AND GAS RUNS
While we do make store/gas runs to obtain required supplies as needed, please come to events prepared with the appropriate supplies in advance. If unsure, please contact the trail leader with questions.
WEATHER
As one would expect, weather varries greatly during events. It's common to encounter clear beautiful days, snow storms, & high winds all on the same trip. In addition to checking the weather forecast on the day/hour you leave, we recommend you bring a
radio that supports weather bands so you can get up to the minute local forecasts.
COMMUNICATIONS
Most event regulars bring CB radios. The club channel is 1. FSR (Family Service Radios) are also common, but may be cumbersome because the CB is the primary communication medium and .you'll need someone to relay messages to you.
TRAIL RUNS
We try to make event trail runs enjoyable, challenging and as scenic as possible. We encourage all members to come on every run. We make every attempt to make each run challenging yet safe to both you and your vehicle.
TRAIL RUN START TIMES
Most trail runs start between 7:00-9:00 am depending on the length of the run. We ask all attendee's to please be ready at the appointed times. Starting late for a trail run means that you hurry everyone else throughout the day. Please check your event updates as they will list the times the runs start each day.
PARENTS
While our events are familiy oriented, we do ask that you always maintain control of your children. Moving Vehicles, steep ascents/descents, and steep drop-offs may all be potentially dangerous. The club cannot be held liable to any injuries sustained.
