REGISTRATION
The registration
sheet must be filled out completely with your choice of daily rides and sent to TRAX Georgian Bay Inc.
electronically or by mail to P.O. Box 146, Parry Sound, ON, Canada P2A 2X3, together with the necessary registration
fee. Names and addresses of each separate rider and passenger
(if applicable) must be included on the sign-up sheet. We will not make names or
addresses available to anyone other than the Spring Jam organization.
For detailed description of rides by number, see Rides
& Activities, on our web site at springjam.ca
. Please indicate for each ATV driver, on the Sign-Up Sheet, which guided rides
are to be taken. Space is limited on a ‘first registered, first secured’
basis.
Registration cannot be processed without the completed
sign-up sheet and payment (VISA/MASTERCARD/PayPal) only.
PLEASE NOTE THAT RIDE CHANGES MAY
BE MADE PRIOR TO THE JAMBOREE AS WEATHER AND TRAIL CONDITION CHANGE.
Those with Internet access may check our Ride Availability
page at springjam.ca
to see how many riders have registered for each ride. We will update
frequently.
IF YOU HAVE ANY
QUESTIONS,
PLEASE CALL (705) 389-1625 or e-mail
info@springjam.ca
USE
OUR ON-LINE REGISTRATION PROCESS AT springjam.ca
OR MAIL COMPLETED REGISTRATION FORMS TO:
TRAX
- Georgian Bay Inc., P.O. Box 146, Parry Sound, ON, Canada P2A 2X3
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Welcome to Spring Jam 2012, Canada’s Largest ATV
Jamboree® an ATVOntario Prime Event.
The following is general information regarding the event that will help
you to better understand the registration process and the activities that are
held in conjunction with the Jamboree.
- Block
out April 27th to April 28th 2012, on your calendar.
- Registration
is required by no later than April 20, 2012
to allow adequate time for
planning activities, guides, meals, T-shirts, etc. Early
registration is critical!
- Include
name, address & payment for each rider and passenger on a separate
sign-up sheet. The sheet indicating your ride choices must be submitted with
the appropriate registration fee. On-line registration is available at our
website at springjam.ca .
Wristbands will be issued on site that will permit registered Jammers
participation in the guided tours as well as all other Spring Jam 2012 events.
The Jamboree’s policy is that our list of registered riders names and
mailing addresses is for our use only, and will not be distributed for any
other use unless indicated on your registration form.
- Make
your accommodation, campground and ATV rental reservations early. Please
refer to the ‘Local Links’ section of our web site for a list of local
resorts, motels and trailer facilities.
- Each
registered rider/passenger assumes the responsibility for being properly
trained and outfitted as well as taking responsibility for his or her own
safety and well being. Registered Jammers also have the responsibility for
being properly licensed and insured. Registration for the Jamboree is an
indication of such willingness on the part of each rider. Refer to the
Safety and Limitation of Liability section herein for more information.
- Choose
your rides carefully; according to your abilities and the rating given with
each ride description. Many Jamboree rides require that you be willing and
able to transport your own ATV to remote locations with the group. This
allows you to see more of the Parry Sound area’s ATV trails and keeps our
ride groups at a manageable size. This also spreads the whole group over a
larger area, providing for less intense use of local trails.
-
We will have individual credentials and wristbands for each rider during
check-in at the Foley Fairgrounds south of Parry Sound. Credentials will also be used for all Jamboree sponsored
events. Wear your wristband at all times. It will identify you as a
registered Jammer and will allow admission to all Jamboree events, prizes
drawings, etc.
- Bring
warm clothing and rain gear in case of unexpected cool or wet weather. April
is an ideal time to ride the trails but our proximity to Georgian Bay causes
the weather to be somewhat unpredictable and it can change without warning.
Normally we will not encounter snow at that time of year. Please
ensure that everyone is dressed appropriately for the weather conditions.
You can find the weather forecast for our area at: http://www.theweathernetwork.com/weather/cities/can/pages/CAON0525.htm.
It is understood that after
the April 25th, 2012
registration deadline, the advertising bills have been paid, Jamboree
merchandise has been ordered, delivered and paid for, arrangements have been made for
facilities for the pre-determined number of riders. Therefore, it is the policy
of TRAX Georgian Bay Inc. to issue refunds according to the following
conditions:
- A
refund request must be made in writing and forwarded to TRAX
- Georgian Bay Inc., P.O. Box 146, Parry Sound, ON, Canada P2A 2X3
- Registration
refunds will be based on the following:
$60 Drivers/$30 Passengers - requests postmarked prior to April 1st, 2012.
$30 Drivers/$15 Passengers - requests postmarked between April 1st, 2012 and April 15th,
2012.
No refund will be issued for requests postmarked after April 15th,
2012.
Please allow adequate time for processing of refunds.
IF YOU HAVE ANY
QUESTIONS,
PLEASE CALL KATHY at (705) 389-1625 or e-mail
info@springjam.ca
ETIQUETTE
Questions about travel on the Parry Sound ATV Trails and
other trail systems are common in the minds of those planning a trip, and who
are not familiar with the Georgian Bay area. Here is information relating to
questions often asked.
Some visitors are astonished at the nature of the trail
system and the remoteness of some of our areas. Because of this some have
expressed real concern about encountering wildlife along the trail. Though there
are some wild animals, they are extremely wary of humans, unless they are
protecting their young.
Some species of wildlife are fairly common and encountering
these can significantly enhance the experience of our trail rides. Deer and moose are common to the area and can be seen on any part of the
trail, particularly at dusk. At times the deer will stand and watch you long
enough for you to get your camera out for pictures. Black bear are also sighted
in this region but are more wary, so when you spot them it's best to already
have the camera ready. To view or photograph these animals, stop your ATV but
leave the engine running and remain on the vehicle. Changes in sound or sudden
movement will startle the animals. Chasing wildlife is illegal because it
stresses them and could lead to their death. Other animals often seen along the
trail include beavers, coyotes, ground squirrels, chipmunks and numerous species
of songbirds. Above all, do not harass the wildlife. Remember this is their
habitat and you are only a visitor.
Skunks, rattlesnakes, foxes, wolves and fishers are also
present in the area. If you encounter one in the middle of the trail, common
sense should tell you to stay your distance until it decides to leave or you can
find a safe route around. Then you can use the encounter to spice up the
description of the trip to the folks back home.
At places our trails pass through private land. Some areas
of the Forest are closed or restricted to motorized travel to protect wildlife
habitat, watershed conditions or other recreational opportunities. When riding,
remember not to trespass on private property and stay on designated trails.
Remember that riding on trails on public lands is a privilege that is already
being closely scrutinized by environmentalists, politicians and land managers.
If you stay on designated trails, 'tread lightly,' carry out any garbage and
generally leave the land as you found it, you will help to preserve your right
to ride on public lands.
In April it is
common to have a 20C degree temperature change from morning to night. As a result you should always carry warm clothing even if the weather
appears mild at the start of a ride. Pre-planning is the key to a successful
trip. Once you embark on the trail, you are in a different world with few
support services. It is important that you have everything you might need. This
includes having enough fuel to get from one filling station to the next. The
trail system is so extensive that even though there may be hundreds of people
riding the trail at the same time, you may go for hours and even all day without
meeting anyone.
SAFETY
The following suggestions are intended to make your ATV
ride safe and enjoyable. Your focus on safety should start before you leave home
and continue until all the equipment is put away.
All Jamboree events will be led by competent guides who are
familiar with the trails to be used and the conditions to be met. There will be
enough guides to ensure that everyone takes the right trail at junctions, and to
make sure that no one falls behind the group. For your own safety and peace of
mind, and that of the entire group, we require that every rider stay with the
group and follow the assigned guides. Those who prefer to travel faster than the
group and who decide to strike out on their own are generally the ones who have
troubles. All Jamboree rides are classified as to the difficulty of the trail
and necessary rider skill and experience.
- Never/Ever
is for the person who has never ridden before and requires the
very easiest of trails to ride;
- Beginner,
for the rider with very limited experience on an ATV and who requires easy
trails to ride;
- Intermediate,
for the rider who is somewhat experienced but is not yet a skilful,
competent rider, who requires less challenging trails to ride;
- Extreme,
for the rider who is more experienced with no limitations as to his or her riding
ability, and who can handle the most challenging and demanding trails.
We assume that each rider will adequately assess his
or her own
ability and choose those rides which will not offer challenges beyond his or her
experience of ability. Beginning riders who place themselves in an advanced
group will become a problem to the entire group. We require that each rider,
regardless of age or experience, wear a helmet, gloves, over-the-ankle boots,
shatter-resistant eye protection, long pants and a long sleeved shirt or jacket
while riding. Eye protection is necessary because branches
out over the trail, flying dirt, dust, rocks and insects can get into
unprotected eyes. The other safety clothing is for sudden spills that can be
caused by ruts, rocks or roots that can throw an ATV off course and into a
spill. This is especially true if a rider is traveling too fast for trail
conditions or personal ability.
Don't push yourself beyond your limits either in the speed
or distance you plan to travel. Exceeding either limit leads to fatigue and loss
of control, which can cause accidents. TRAX Georgian Bay Inc. Trails
are meant for leisurely travel, not for speed. Most ATV accidents can be
attributed to excessive speed; traveling too fast for conditions.
Accidents may also be caused
by excessive dust and limited visibility. You can minimize dust and increase
your riding safety and enjoyment if you allow 15 to 30 seconds between yourself
and the rider ahead of you. Do not be afraid that the group will leave you.
You should plan to carry plenty of water or other
non-alcoholic liquid. You can lose more body fluids than you realize, leading to
dehydration and exhaustion. Do not drink water from streams. Giardia, a
water-borne disease, is found in all surface waters and can ruin a good
vacation.
Do not drink alcohol or use drugs while riding. As with
autos, riding an ATV while under the influence of alcohol or drugs can lead to
serious accidents involving you and/or other members of your group. Provincial
law prohibits the use of drugs or alcohol while operating an ATV or any other
motor vehicle.
Please observe the following safety
tips, Provincial and Local ATV ordinances:
- Observe
the same traffic laws as other normal vehicles. Courtesy goes a long way in
avoiding and preventing problems with other users.
- ATV's
shall yield right-of-way to automobiles at all times. Parts of the trail are
also used for larger vehicles so be cautious and yield right-of-way to them
always while riding. ATV's shall also yield to horseback riders who may be
using the same trail. When meeting horseback riders please pull off the
trail and turn off your engine, allowing the horse to pass without being
spooked by your machine.
- All
ATV trails and roads are subject to two-way traffic. Please use extreme
caution when riding to avoid head-on collisions. Be courteous when allowing
other riders to pass.
- ATV
use in cities and towns is restricted to designated routes except to
directly access motels, gas stations and other related services and
activities, and for direct access to the trail.
- Please
stay on designated trails and prevent the disturbance and misuse of public
lands. Riding on public lands is a privilege. Please help us to preserve it.
- Ontario’s
law requires that operators of ATV's be 16 years of age or older.
Thanks for observing our community and Provincial ATV laws
and ordinances. Your strict conformance to these laws will help ensure and
preserve your right to use ATV's on public lands in the future and will enhance
your safety and enjoyment of Spring Jam 2012 activities.
TRAX Georgian Bay Inc. its sponsors,
partners and
supporters, have tried to take every possible precaution to assist you in having
a safe and enjoyable adventure while you are here. Because of the nature of this
particular sport, it must be understood by every participant that there are
inherent dangers in riding ATV's. Spring Jam 2012 , its sponsors and supporters
and public land management agencies cannot be responsible or liable for any
accidents or mishaps, or personal or property damage which occurs during
Jamboree events. By registering for the Jamboree, each rider takes upon himself
or herself, personal responsibility for his or her own safety and well being and
that of others in his or her care.
Riders are required to stay with their groups and follow
designated guides. This will help provide for the safety and comfort of all
riders. Guides will assist the group in determining and maintaining a safe and
comfortable speed and will determine the routes to be followed. We must
emphasize that the Spring Jam 2012 and associated side trails, are not built nor
intended for speed. They are intended for a more leisurely pace, which lends
itself to the nature of the trails and the often rough, terrain. Good judgment
and responsible riding, on the part of every rider, must be exercised at all
times on the trail. Each rider will be responsible for compliance with the
conditions set forth herein, and for the condition and operation of his or her
own ATV and related equipment, and of his or her own safety and personal
protective gear, and that of those in his or her charge.
Provincial ATV laws indicate that where trails are located
on public lands, and have been properly designated as open to ATV use, those
involved in land management, and organized, permitted uses on those trails bear
no responsibility or liability for accidents which may happen due to trail use
or participation in events involving those trails. Again we emphasize personal
responsibility for safety and well being on the trail.
Spring Jam 2012 personnel have attempted to assign a rating
to each event, in order to help riders determine which events will be within the
scope of their experience and ability, and to avoid those that may be beyond
their abilities. These ratings are not according to any established system, but
have been based only on the experience and personal knowledge of the guides. A
variety of rides have been selected in an effort to provide events suitable to
the abilities and wants of every rider. If riders have any questions or concerns
about the difficulty of any event, they should ask the guides or other Jamboree personnel prior to joining
with the group. Riders are encouraged to pick the Jamboree rides and events,
which suit their individual experience and riding abilities.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS
Spring Jam 2012 is very environmentally conscientious and
insists that all participants be aware of potential environmental related
problems. Our policy is to be absolutely "environmentally friendly" by
adhering to the following:
- Keep
your ATV on designated roads and trails at all times. Your ATV wheels must
be absolutely in the established wheel tracks. Do not ride or even park your
ATV off the trail, in the grass, brush or on any vegetation. Participants
must confine their riding to inventoried, mapped, signed and designated ATV
routes. Experienced guides will
keep you on those designated trails, if you will follow them carefully.
- There
are a number of smaller stream crossings on the established trail systems.
When crossing streams, always cross at 90 degrees to the stream flow; this is the
shortest path to the other side. Most stream beds consist of rock so your
crossing will not stir up any sediment from the bottom. However, this may
not be the case in some of the smaller streams. In that case, please cross
slowly and carefully, trying not to stir up or damage the muddy bottom.
- Please
be aware of sensitive riparian areas adjacent to many streams. While the
established trail will not traverse these areas, you must be careful not to
cause any damage when you cross-streams. Avoid running over any vegetation,
including young trees, shrubs and grasses. Again, stay in the established
wheel tracks and follow your guide.
- Please
be sensitive to the needs of wildlife, livestock, farmers, horsemen, hunters
and other uses and users of the trail. Do not harass wildlife or livestock.
It has been suggested that upon sighting wildlife, we slow down or stop our
machines, leave the engines running, and stay on your ATV. Your passing or
watching will not alarm most animals. However, if you stop quickly, turn off
your engine and climb off your machine, the change seems to alert them and
they will tend to move away from you. Remember, this is their habitat and we
MUST respect their "space."
- If
downed trees or other obstacles should block trails, please do not make your
way around them. This practice establishes parallel trails, which is to be
avoided at all times. Instead, with the help of the group if necessary,
remove the obstacle and proceed within the established road or trail.
- Resist
the urge to pioneer any new trails.
- Tread
lightly! Leave no trace that you were there. Always leave the trail better
than you found it.
- Please
help eliminate garbage that may be found along the way. As for your own
garbage, "if you pack it in, pack it out."
- If
you enjoy riding the trails, please contribute to their maintenance and
upkeep. The Spring Jam 2012 Committee reminds you that it is a privilege to
use the trail, and that the user is responsible to maintain that privilege.
By obeying these guidelines we can continue to enjoy this unique system of
trails and the privilege of riding on public lands.
-
Aggressive tires are not necessary on any of our
routes and are strongly discouraged!
IF YOU HAVE ANY
QUESTIONS,
PLEASE CALL KATHY at (705) 389-1625 or e-mail
info@springjam.ca
Special thanks to:
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