The general driver's meeting is held at the staging area before heading out to the trailheads. The information discussed at this meeting may vary depending on the type of trail ride: trail building, club run or a national event.

1. Welcome everyone and make any introductions. Role call, number of trails, goals if you're working or trail building.



2. Trail conditions: wet? - don't tear it up. Dry? - is there a fire hazard?



3. Remind participants this is all privately owned property - respect it. Refer to Trail Etiquette guidelines and tread lightly!



4. Safety: refer to Trail Etiquette guidelines.



5. Trail building runs: Assign work crews to trails and make sure they know their guide.



6. Designate CB channels. Again, mention while in convoy to trailhead: headlights on, windshields up and no passing. Participants can jockey for trail position at airdown.



7. Give necessary instructions for trail line up and departure.



8. Quick check of vehicles and drivers to make sure they are with the right group.

For everyone:

• Vehicle Inspection Checklist Word Format or PDF
• Trail Etiquette Guidelines
• Emergency Response Guidelines

Primarily (but not limited to) Trail Guides and club officials:

• Trail Guide Responsibilities
• General Driver's Meeting Checklist
• Trail Head Driver's Meeting Checklist
• Trail Building Guidelines