Group Driving

   If you haven't attended an organized trail run, you are in for an enjoyable experience. However, to help the run go smoothly, there are a few things to remember:

• All other users of the trail have the right of way. This includes hikers, bikers, and horse riders. If we encounter someone on a horse, turn off your engine until they have gone by. Horses can be startled easily, which isn't safe for the rider. Remember, we are out here to try to portray a positive image.

• Stay in single file. Each driver is responsible for the vehicle in front of and behind them. If you lose site of the vehicle behind you, stop and wait for a minute. If they don't reappear, back up and look for them.

• Maintain radio contact with the trail leader. If anything unexpected happens, radio ahead (or back) to inform the others.

• When we get to the end of a trail, don't immediately head home without first checking in with the others. As a club, we are all responsible for each other. If someone is having problems, we don't want to leave them stranded. Also, if someone leaves without the rest of the group knowing, we may not know whether that person left or is still in the trail. This also gives a good opportunity to give directions to those that need them.