29th Maine Mountains Jeep Jamboree September 27 - 29, 2018 - Adventure Consultant: Shawn Gulling
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29th Maine Mountains Jeep Jamboree
September 27 - 29, 2018
Adventure Consultant: Shawn Gulling
Phone: 530.333.4002
Email: shawn@jeepjam.com
29th Maine Mountains Jeep Jamboree
Bethel, Maine
September 27 - 29, 2018
Trail Rating 3 – 9
Policies & Reminders for 2018
• 2018 EVENT WAIVER: It is a requirement that you complete a Release of Liability Waiver for all occupants
of your Jeep 4x4 and BRING IT WITH YOU TO ON-SITE REGISTRATION (THURSDAY). A printed,
signed and dated Release of Liability Waiver is required for each participant attending a Jeep Jamboree
USA event. All passengers in your Jeep 4x4 must sign a Release of Liability Waiver. A parent or the
minor’s legal guardian must sign and date a waiver for participants under the age of 18 years old. If you
forget your signed Release of Liability Waiver, all occupants of your vehicle must be present at registration
to sign a new waiver before you can receive your event credentials.
• NO ON-SITE REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED: All new registrations of vehicles, adding,
deleting or changing passengers must be completed (2) two weeks prior to the Jamboree date.
Please refer to the refund and transfer policy on your registration form, event itinerary or the official Jeep
Jamboree website jeepjamboreeusa.com
• Participant Jeep tire size is not to exceed 37.” If you exceed the tire limitations you will be turned away at
registration and will not be allowed to attend the Jamboree or receive a refund.
• A working CB radio with adequate antenna is mandatory for all Jeep Jamboree events. Handheld CB’s are
not recommended.
• In order to sign up for off-road trails, your Vehicle Evaluation form must be stamped by the JJUSA Event
Staff when you receive your registration packet.
• Each participant must wear his/her wristband and nametag throughout the entire Jamboree.
• Trail stickers provided at trail sign-ups must be displayed on your windshield prior to departing for any off-
road trail ride.
ADDITIONAL NOTES
• JJUSA Event t-shirts are not trip specific and are the same for the entire season. Event t-shirts are included
in your registration fee and must be ordered at the time of your registration. Please list desired sizes during
your online registration or while registering over the phone.
• While the Trail Guides do their best to trim back as much brush as possible, they are limited by federal,
state, tribal and private landowners as to how much trail maintenance can be performed.29th Maine Mountains Jeep Jamboree
This Jamboree is a “Classic” Jamboree. Catered meals include breakfast, lunch and dinner on Friday and
Saturday.
THURSDAY, September 27, 2018
5:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. Vehicle evaluation will take place in the parking lot behind The Gem Theater, 23 Cross
Street in Bethel, Maine, located at the junction of Route 2 and 26. Look for signs.
Vehicle evaluation is mandatory prior to trail sign-ups. Please do not start to line up
for evaluation until after 2pm as this is an active place of business. Evaluations will
begin no sooner than 4:30pm. Registration and trail sign-ups will be held at the
Conference Center of The Bethel Inn located at 12 Broad Street. The Conference
Center is located across the street from the Inn. Look for signs! EACH DRIVER
MUST HAVE THEIR VEHICLE EVALUATION SHEET STAMPED BY JJUSA EVENT
STAFF BEFORE YOU CAN RECEIVE YOUR REGISTRATION PACKET OR SIGN
UP FOR TRAILS. ONLY ONE NAME PER EVALUATION SHEET WILL BE
ALLOWED. YOU MAY NOT SIGN UP YOUR FAMILY OR FRIENDS FOR TRAILS.
Trail sign-ups are on a first come, first served basis. No late registrations on Friday
morning. Make sure you select your meal choice for Saturday dinner (beef or
lobster) and get your dinner ticket! This must be presented Saturday night when
you arrive at dinner.
FRIDAY, September 28, 2018
6:30 A.M. - 8:00 A.M. Breakfast served in the dining room of The Bethel Inn
Be sure to pick up your lunch prior to leaving the Bethel Inn
8:30 A.M. - 9:00 A.M. Mandatory General Attendance meeting at The Gem Theater. Please have trail
sticker on your windshield and be wearing your nametag and wristband. Make sure
you have a full tank of gas prior to the General Attendance Meeting
9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. Trail ride
12:00 P.M. - 1:00 P.M. Lunch along the trail
1:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. Trail ride
The Bethel Fire Department will conduct a Jeep wash on Friday and Saturday at the
bus garage. The bus garage is near Gem Theater (our Jeep staging area on Friday
and Saturday). Donations to the Fire Department are encouraged and accepted
6:00 P.M. - 7:30 P.M. Dinner served in the dining room of The Bethel Inn
SATURDAY, September 29, 2018
6:30 A.M. - 8:00 A.M. Breakfast served in the dining room of The Bethel Inn
Be sure to pick up your lunch prior to leaving the Bethel Inn
8:30 A.M. - 9:00 A.M. Mandatory General Attendance Meeting at The Gem Theater
9:00 A.M. Show & Shine Jeep parade down Main Street in Bethel. Trail rides begin immediately
after parade
12:00 P.M. - 1:00 P.M. Lunch along the trail
1:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. Trail ride
6:00 P.M. - 7:30 P.M. Dinner will be served in the dining room of The Bethel Inn. You must present your
dinner ticket in order to get your beef or lobster selection. Post-Jamboree
presentation in the Conference Center (registration location) immediately
following dinner.
Trip and/or vehicle questions contact Shawn Gulling: shawn@jeepjam.com / 530-333-4002
Registration questions, adding or changing passengers contact Savannah Brewer: savannah@jeepjam.com / 530-333-2550Registration Meals @ the Inn
A MESSAGE FROM YOUR COORDINATOR The Bethel Inn is located on the right behind the town
common.
The Maine Mountains Jamboree sells out very quickly
each year. We are pleased that you will be joining us Portland, ME
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for this event. 2017 marks the 28 year of Jeep Approx. 1 hour and 15 minutes. Take Maine Turnpike
Jamboree in Bethel, Maine. Our trails, the beautiful to Exit 63, then Route 26 North to Bethel.
New England fall setting and the trail guides are just a Boston, MA
few of the reasons why this event is so popular. On Approx. 3 hours and 15 minutes. Take Route 1 North
Saturday, we have a parade through the town of to I-95 North to the Maine Turnpike. Exit 63 to Route
Bethel. If you would like to “dress up” your Jeep or 26 North to Bethel
yourself, let your imagination run wild. We hope you Manchester, NH
take the opportunity to get to know other participants, Approx. 2 hours and 30 minutes. Take I-93 North to
trade emails for picture exchanges and perhaps future Exit 35. Route 3 North to Twin Mountains. Route 115
contact down the road. Please sign on to our North to Jefferson to Route 2 East to Bethel.
Discussion Group on Facebook for last minute New York City, NY
information. We look forward to seeing you at the Approx. 6 hours and 30 minutes
Jamboree. Take I-95 North to I-91 North to I-84 East to I-90 East
to I-495 North, then follow directions from Boston.
ACCOMMODATIONS
MOTELS VEHICLE EVALUATION
We are Headquartered at The Bethel Inn, a 200 acre The Gem Theater parking lot
full-service resort in the heart of Bethel, Maine.
http://www.thegemtheater.com
Registration, breakfasts, dinners and evening activities
all occur at The Bethel Inn or at the Conference Center Formerly the Casablanca Cinema that was closed for
across the street. several years, The Gem is now operational.
The Bethel Inn 800-654-0125 or 207-824-2175
LOCAL AREA INFORMATION
The Inn at the Rostay 888-754-0072 WEATHER
The River View Resort 207-824-2808 The weather this time of year could be cold with rain or
Sudbury Inn 207-824-2174 warm and sunny. The mornings are usually
Chapman Inn 207-824-2657 exceptionally cool. Please be prepared for inclement
weather. For a current 10-day forecast, please go to
www.weather.com. This will assist you in planning and
CAMPING/RV PARKING packing for your trip.
Bethel Outdoor Adventure Center 207-824-4224 VISITOR RESOURCES
1 mile from The Bethel Inn
Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce 207-824-2282
Pleasant River Campground 207-836-2000
Maine Department of Tourism 207-287-5710
Stoneybrook Recreation 207-824-2836
WEB SITES
State of Maine www.state.me.us
TRAILER PARKING Maine Office of Tourism www.visitmaine.com
From the Bethel Inn, turn right on Broad Street on the Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce
Commons, follow the road approximately ½ mile, then
www.bethelmaine.com
turn right on Fairway Drive, follow another ½ mile and
turn right into the field for parking. The Bethel Inn www.bethelinn.com
HOW DO I GET THERE? SPECIAL THANKS!
HEADQUARTERS Doug and Jodie Wilson - Coordinators
The Bethel Inn Maine Mountains Trail Guides
21 Broad Street, On The Common Land Owners
Bethel, Maine 04217 The Bethel Inn
800-654-0125 or 207-824-2175
www.bethelinn.com Bethel Fire Department
Town of Bethel
Mary Everett – “Chili Trail” hostess
Once in Bethel, follow Route 26 to the top of Main
Street. Turn left at the stop sign onto Broad Street. Lori Brown – “Dessert Trail” hostessTRAIL DESCRIPTIONS Stagecoach Trail: rating 3-4 - This trail includes a variety of terrain including rock, some mud (especially if we have rain), a log bridge, and forest trails. This trail includes a breath-taking scenic view. Grafton Notch: rating 3-4 - This trail takes you through beautiful Grafton Notch State Park and also offers a variety of terrain including gravel road, stream crossings, uphill grades and spectacular views. Rumor has it hot coffee and homemade donuts were served on the trail last year. Stinger: rating 4-5 - A good trail for slightly modified Jeeps and drivers with a little more experience with 4WD. This trail has uphill grades with mud and rock, a nice variety. Moose Run: rating 4-6 - Great trails for slightly modified jeeps that take you past an old covered bridge into Sunday River Valley with easy river crossings, mud climbs and beautiful mountain views. Ridgeline: rating 6-8 - Steep uphill climbs, sections of mud, aggressive ledge climbs with optional by-passes, spectacular views of Grafton Notch State Park and Sunday River Ski Area. Winches and lockers highly suggested, at least 33” tires recommended. Stonewall: rating 6-7 - This trail offers rock obstacles, mud, optional mud hole and optional ledge climb. Winches and lockers highly recommended. At least 33” tires required. Everett’s Chile Trail: rating 7-8 - Mud, steep uphill grades, wet rock (possible body damage). Winch and at least one locker recommended. Beautiful scenic overlook and Ma Everett’s famous chili awaits you at lunch break. Sherwood Forest: rating 7-8 - Steep ledge climbs, mud hole, boulders, and beautiful panoramic view at top. Cameras are a must. Highly recommend winch and front and rear lockers with at least 33” tires. Dragon’s Tail: rating 8-9 - Winch, lockers, 35 inch tires, and tow hooks are mandatory on this trail. Offers a variety of terrain including mud, many tricky Rock climbs and boulders (possible body damage), and beautiful mountain scenery. Wight's Heat: rating 8-9 Winch, lockers, 35" tires, tow hooks are mandatory. This Trail offers difficult mud holes, tricky rocks and boulders, and a great opportunity to test your driving skills.
VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS TRAIL USAGE AND INFORMATION
Tow points are MANDATORY! Tow points may include, WATER CROSSINGS
tow hooks properly mounted to the frame with grade six Some Jamborees may have water crossings and water
/ eight bolts according to official Mopar installation holes. Many of these crossings and holes offer a
procedures, draw bars, receiver hitches, or aftermarket bypass, if you decide to “go around”. It is very
bumpers with manufacturers installed clevis or d-ring important to watch and listen to your trail guide.. When
anchor. driving in deep water, GO VERY SLOW! If your engine
• Participant Jeep tire size are not to exceed 37”. gets wet and stalls, DO NOT try to start it as you may
If you exceed 37 inches, you will be turned away cause serious engine damage. For additional tips on
at registration, will not be allowed to attend the water crossings, please refer to your copy of “Mark A.
Jamboree or receive a refund! Smith’s Guide to Safe, Common Sense Off-Road
• If you do not have tow points, you may be Driving”, which is available for download on our
turned away at registration without a refund. website.
• No snowplow frames.
• We recommend removing running boards and A NOTE ON LAND USAGE
steps both factory and aftermarket if planning
Many Jeep Jamboree USA events are held on private
to participate in higher rated trails.
lands with the consent of landowners, or on public
• All open-topped vehicles, including older lands through special use permits. In some cases,
models (CJs, Scramblers and Willy’s), must Jamboree trail groups are granted access to trail areas,
have mandatory roll bars. which are closed to all other vehicular access during
• Tow strap recommended (with loops—NO the year. Please be aware that access to these trail
METAL HOOKS). areas is allowed only by guided JJUSA groups during
• Full-size spare tire or comparable size the scheduled Jeep Jamboree trail rides. Individual
mandatory! A space-saver spare (donut) just Jamboree guests returning later to drive in these areas
won’t do. on their own do so in violation of JJUSA’s land use
• Must be street legal with license plate. agreements and endanger future Jamboree usage of
these restricted trails as well as being removed from the
CB Radio Mandatory! Handheld CB’s are not Jamboree without a refund. Thank you for your
recommended. There are many safety issues cooperation in assuring Jamboree access to some of
regarding upcoming obstacles transmitted over the CB America’s most spectacular backcountry.
radio by your trail guides. It is required that each
Also, please note that while we trim back as much
vehicle has a working CB radio. You will also learn
brush as possible, we are limited by Federal, Tribal and
interesting facts about the area - history, local plant and
Private landowners to the amount acceptable by each
wildlife, as well as exciting stories.
entity.
Please contact Shawn Gulling at shawn@jeepjam.com
or 530-333-4002 if you have further questions.
PLEASE TREAD LIGHTLY!
WHAT TO BRING Travel responsibly on designated roads and trails or in
permitted areas.
__ Basic tool kit recommended!
Respect the rights of others including private property
__ First aid kit recommended!
owners and all recreational trail users, campers and
__ Tire gauge recommended! others to allow them to enjoy their recreational activities
__ Ice chest full of your favorite non-alcoholic undisturbed.
beverages Educate yourself by obtaining travel maps and
__ Full tank of gas prior to General Attendance regulations from public agencies, planning for your trip,
Meeting! taking recreation skills classes, and knowing how to use
__ Lots of fluids to stay hydrated and operate your equipment safely.
__ Trail snacks Avoid sensitive areas such as meadows, lakeshores,
__ Chair or blanket for lunch stop wetlands and streams, unless on designated routes.
__ Flashlight This protects wildlife habitat and sensitive soils from
damage.
__ Camera
Do your part by leaving the area better than you found
__ Binoculars
it, properly disposing of waste, minimizing the use of
__ Insect repellent fire, avoiding the spread of invasive species, restoring
__ Sun block degraded areas, and joining a local enthusiast
__ Medications organization.
__ Toilet paper
__ Zip-lock bags for tissue disposal
__ Hand sanitizer
__ Rain jacket and warm clothing.TRAIL RATING SYSTEM that registration prices are per person, not per Jeep
Every Jamboree trail is rated from 1 (easiest) to 10 (the vehicle. Event T-Shirts are included in your
most difficult). These ratings are based on the over registration fee. You must pre-order event T-Shirts
trail, not just on one or two tough spots. Rain can at the time of your online or phone registration.
increase ratings by one or two points. Please Pre-ordered shirts will be given to you during
remember, all vehicles are subject to vehicle check onsite registration.
prior to trail departure. Numerically higher rated
Jamborees are more likely to result in vehicular GET CONNECTED
damage. Join the discussion group for just one or multiple Jeep
1-2 Obstacles and terrain are relatively easy to Jamborees on Facebook. This is a great way to start
navigate. In optimum weather conditions, some trails conversing with fellow participants and trail guides
may not require continual use of four-wheel drive before you even get to the Jamboree. Ask questions,
(4WD). share information and photos before, during and after
3-5 Moderately demanding. Challenge for novice your great adventure. Click on discussion groups on
drivers. Obstacles may include: mud holes, boulders, the Jeep Jamboree USA homepage and join for FREE.
and streams. Requires 4WD with 4-LO.
6-7 Demanding. Challenge for most skill levels. Mud WHILE YOU ARE THERE
holes get deeper, boulders get larger, and climbs get
Name Badges and Wristbands
steeper. Requires 4WD with 4-LO.
When you register on-site, you will be given one
8-9 Very demanding. Likelihood of getting stuck is
nametag and a wristband per participant. Please wear
high. Mud holes may be deep and rock climbing is more
both of these while at the event. They are verification of
arduous. Lifts and lockers are helpful. Requires 4WD
registration. Those without a wristband will not be
with 4-LO.
served meals or allowed on the trails.
10 Extremely demanding. Reserved for the toughest
off-road trip in the U.S.A. – the Rubicon Trail. Requires
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
4WD with 4-LO, front and rear lockers, skid plates, rock
rails and an aftermarket rear differential cover. Rubicon WHO CAN I BRING?
Trail Jeep Jamboree is limited to YJ’s, TJ’s and JK Whoever you want! As long as they each have a
models only. Jeep Renegade, Patriot, Compass, required seat belt in your Jeep 4×4. Bringing pets is
Liberty, Cherokee, Grand Cherokee, or Commanders strongly discouraged. If your pet must attend, you must
are not allowed. submit a pet waiver during registration.
During registration participants will have the opportunity
to discuss the trails, their driving experience and vehicle WHERE DO I SLEEP ON A JEEP JAMBOREE?
capabilities with the trail guides. Guides will work with
participants for trail placement. Participants are responsible for arranging their own
lodging. Included in this event itinerary is a list of
RAIN MAY INCREASE TRAIL RATINGS 1 OR 2 accommodations. Be sure to mention you’re attending a
POINTS, ESPECIALLY WITH STREET TIRES. Jeep Jamboree when making your reservation.
FRIENDLY REMINDERS – Before and During Your
Trip WHAT DOES THE JAMBOREE FEE COVER?
BEFORE YOU LEAVE Your fee covers all necessary permits, land-use fees,
Waivers will be collected at the Jamboree during experienced guides for the entire trip, an event T-shirt
registration. Please read, sign and bring the completed and three meals on both Friday and Saturday (“Select”
waiver with you. All passengers in your Jeep vehicle adventurers include evening meals only). NOTE: Meals
must sign and date this waiver. A waiver for vary. Regretfully, no accommodations can be made for
participants under the age of 18 years old must be special diets or dietary restrictions. Also included is an
signed and dated by a parent or the minor’s legal official Jeep Jamboree dash plaque and access to
guardian. some of the finest trails in America – several of which
are only available through this program. Each
Jamboree also features a giveaway for chances to win
REGISTRATIONS, ADDING, DELETING, OR great prizes from our sponsors. Sorry, no partial trips
CHANGING OF PASSENGERS
are offered or meal only options and no spectators
In order to give accurate counts to our caterer for the allowed. All participants must be officially registered.
meals, pay for land use and permit fees, all new
registrations of vehicles, adding, deleting or changing of
passengers must be completed (2) two weeks prior to
the Jamboree date. We will no longer be able to
accommodate any onsite registrations. This is for
both adding of Jeeps or passengers. Please noteCAN I BRING MY JEEP LIBERTY, CHEROKEE, REFUND POLICIES
GRAND CHEROKEE, RENEGADE OR We realize that unexpected events such as work
COMMANDER? conflicts, mechanical problems and illnesses may
Of course! All new Jeep 4x4 vehicles with a 4-LO cause you to cancel your trip. However, we have many
transfer case are Trail Rated® and are tested on business partners that we pay deposits based on a
demanding 4x4 trails. Your Jeep four-wheel-drive preliminary participant count, therefore in order to limit
vehicle is required to be in good condition, with good the impact of cancellations the following penalties apply
tires, brakes, and seat belts. In addition, we require to your refund should you choose to cancel:
prior approval for larger Jeep 4x4s, such as Grand
Wagoneers and J-Series Pickups. Jeep Jamboree USA Days Prior to Trip Date Fees
reserves the right to refuse participation to any Reservation to 60 days $125 Classic
applicant whose vehicle exceeds size restrictions.
$75 Select
59 days to 30 days 50%
COULD MY VEHICLE BE DAMAGED ON A 29 days to 15 days 75%
JAMBOREE?
14 days to trip date NO REFUND
Every effort is made by Jeep Jamboree USA to make
the trails as safe as possible. Participants are advised Transfer fee to trip date $100
to closely follow instructions given by trail guides, Transfers from one trip to another must be done in
spotters, and Jeep Jamboree USA. However, there’s the same calendar year.
the possibility of damage to your vehicle when traveling
rough terrain. Any damage is the owner’s responsibility. CHILDREN 5 & UNDER
Jamborees with higher difficulty ratings are more likely Children 5 and under are not charged to participate with
to encounter terrain that may contribute to vehicular you in a Jamboree. Complimentary meals for children
damage. Participants are required to sign a waiver 5 and under will be provided.
form.
ONSITE PURCHASES AT JAMBOREE
JEEP JAMBOREE USA POLICIES
If you purchase JJUSA merchandise at the event,
SAFETY please be aware that we can accept payment by cash
Our trail guides are trained to put your safety first. If only; sorry no credit cards or checks!
they ask you to refrain from any activity, to avoid
specific trails or areas, which jeopardize you or your
fellow participant’s safety or is not authorized for our NO C.O.D
use, please follow their directions. JJUSA does not Please note that all registrations must be paid in
authorize or promote any night runs. AS AGREED TO advance. We will no longer be able to accommodate
IN YOUR WAIVER, ALL PARTICIPANTS AGREE TO new onsite registrations of vehicles, adding, deleting or
WEAR HIS OR HER RESPECTIVE SEAT AND changing of passengers.
SHOULDER BELTS. IF A TRAIL GUIDE ASKS YOU
TO WEAR YOUR SEAT BELT AND YOU DO NOT NO PARTIAL DAYS OR MEALS ONLY
COMPLY, VIOLATORS WILL BE REMOVED FROM REGISTRATIONS
THE JEEP JAMBOREE, MONEY WILL NOT BE
Registrations are for the SAME person (driver or
REFUNDED, AND THOSE INVOLVED WILL BE
passengers) for BOTH days. Passengers may not be
BANNED FROM ALL FUTURE JEEP JAMBOREES.
swapped; i.e. one person on one day; another person
another day. We base our nametags, meals and
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES waivers on the same person for both days. We do not
NO OCCUPANTS OF VEHICLE WILL POSSESS OR permit partial (one-day only) registrations (no refunds
CONSUME ALCOHOL WHILE ON THE TRAILS. are given for days not used), nor do we sell a “meals
DOING SO MEANS IMMEDIATE EXPULSION. only” option for those who are not on the trail, but wish
to join participants for meals.
MONEY WILL NOT BE REFUNDED, AND THOSE
INVOLVED WILL BE BANNED FROM ALL FUTURE
JEEP JAMBOREES. Due to unforeseen circumstances all trips, events
and trails are subject to change or cancellation
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