Leading on the trails
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Tammy
moving a manufacturing shop, learning to be a service writer
Nate
koh!
JP gomez took the crown
kyle chaney in a freaking can am came in second
live stream was fun but i'm a little disappointed by the behavior
Still fighting this shoulder
Setting myself a goal to get started on these dang axles as soon as my shoulder will let me. Keep my accountable folks! :D
Main Topic Leading the trails, Tips for being an off-road trail guide.
In general
First time? Dont panic!
Ensure Safety and enjoyment
Possibly share “fun facts” about the trails
Carry first aid / fire extinguisher
Tread lightly principles
Long time wheeler? Remember the actual wheeling is only part of the job
Some distinction
Are you leading strangers? Or your buddies?
This list assumes youre leading strangers.
Responsibilities
Know where you're going
Even if I know the park, I use trail maps all day long.
Maprika is great for some
OnX, trails off-road, whatever is accurate in your area
Know the trails well enough to advise folks
Know the capabilities of the vehicles in your group
And try to judge the temperature of the drivers
Are they looking for a challenge
Are they looking for an easy day in the woods
Do they have experience
Driver meeting
Be open and talk about you a little, who you are, what youre driving, what sort of experience you bring. Dont brag.
Try to loosen up the group if they need it.
Ask about their experience level
Auto vs manual
Vehicles
Where they are from
Electric vehicles?
This is both about learning about the group, and about getting the group used to talking to each other.
On the trails
To 4-low or not to 4-low
Keep the group together
Keep communications active
Make sure everyone knows youve got their back if they need it
Keep attentive to folks needs. This means food, bathroom breaks, kids who have been crammed in the back of a vehicle all day.
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