Post edited 3:44 pm – February 18, 2010 by bittergenius

Whether you are an offical DDO club member or not, if you attend a DDO sponsored off-road event you MUST adhere to our requirements and guidlines to ensure a fun and most importantly safe experience.

You can also find our Regulations in pdf form on the About page or by clicking HERE.

Off-Road Requirements:

While all makes and models of 4×4 vehicles can be admitted to join DDO, certain equipment is required in order to participate in official club off-road activities. To be included in each participating vehicle, the required equipment is:

• Front and rear recovery points
• 20,000lb tow strap with no metal hooks
• Working CB/antenna*
• Four-wheel drive
• Full-size spare tire
• Flag(if required by park)

 *If new club members don’t have a CB, they will allowed a grace period of one(1) event trip without it. A 2-way radio will be provided and delegated by trail leader.

While not necessary in all circumstances, additional recommended equipment includes:

• Fire extinguisher
• First aid kit
• Tools (properly secured in vehicle)
• Extra parts (U-joints, shafts, ect.)
• Extra fluids
• Off-road jack
• Ratchet straps
• Zip ties
• Bungees
• Jumper cables

Off-Road Guidelines

To maintain a smooth-flowing operation while off-roading and promoting safety, these guidelines should be adhered during every off-road activity:

• Vehicles should be equipped with CB radios. DDO runs on channel 22.
• Seats and seatbelts are required for everyone in the vehicle. Seat belt use is required. Be aware of hand placement on open roll cages.
• No standing while the vehicle is in motion. Keep hands and feet inside while vehicle is moving. Don’t ride on nerf bars or hang on a leaning vehicle.
• While in convoy to a trail run, headlights must turned on (state law), windshields up and no passing.
• Keep the vehicle behind you and in front of you, in sight. This works both ways. If you get separated, use the radio to ask the leader to hold up.
• Keep trails free of garbage. Take yours, and that which you find, home with you.
• Anyone found to be responsible for willful destruction or property will be held accountable for costs of repairs.
• Stay on dedicated trails. No short cuts or modifications unless authorized by your Trail guide and no illegal off-roading on private or state property.

Try to always have a sense of humor, a good attitude and use common sense. Respect the land and be considerate to all.

Lastly, DDO doen't not participate in or condone any illegal off-roading of any kind. This goes for offical club functions or members acting on their own behalf. Illegal off-roading will end in any members suspsension from the club or denied application to the club.