Tech Inspection and Park Rules

Tech Inspection

Vehicles registered for participation in a TLCA, or TLCA sanctioned, event are subject to a ‘Vehicle Inspection’. And though TLCA makes no representation as to the impact of such an inspection upon “safe” participation in an event, failure to pass such an inspection will disqualify the vehicle from participating in the event. All determinations pertaining to the ‘Vehicle Inspection’ shall be at the sole judgment of the event committee and/or its designates responsible for such inspections. If a vehicle fails to pass an inspection, correction of any deficiencies may be attempted and the vehicle re-inspected, provided such correction and re-inspection can be conducted without impact to event schedules.

The following are minimum vehicle requirements which, if not met, disqualify a vehicle from participating in an event:

• Vehicle Registration: Must be current.
• Liability Insurance Coverage: Must be current, and meet applicable governmental requirements.
• Service Brakes: Must be able to stall engine when idling in 2nd gear (1st gear if 3 speed).
• Parking Brake: Must be able to stall engine when idling in 3rd gear (2nd gear if 3 speed).
• Brake Lights: Must be functioning properly.
• Tires: All tires, including spare, must have at least 2/32” of tread. Spare tire must be fully inflated.
• Roll Bar: Any open vehicle must have a roll bar firmly attached to the vehicle.
• Seat Belts: Required for driver and each passenger.
• Fire Extinguisher: Must show full charge on gauge and/or have seal intact.
• First Aid Kit: Recommended to be as complete as is reasonably possible.
• Antenna Length: Not longer than 54”, unless both ends are firmly attached to the vehicle.

The following are evaluated items which, depending on severity and/or quantity of deficiencies, may disqualify a vehicle from participating in an event:

• Headlights
• Running Lights
• Turn Signals
• Windshield: No dangerous cracks.
• Wipers
• Horn
• Exhaust System: Must be intact. No open exhaust, excessive noise or excessive smoke.
• Steering: Check play in wheel, condition of column and mounting hardware, knuckle arms.
• Hoses & Lines: Water, gas, brake lines. (Please do not bring a vehicle with excessive leaks to an event. Such leaks can be damaging to the environment.)
• Vehicle Jack: Hi-Lift type recommended.
• Tow Strap, Tow Rope and/or Chain
• Winch

The following are recommended items, which TLCA encourages you to consider:

• CB Radio
• Tools
• Fan Belt, Radiator Water, Battery Cables
• Tire Gauge, Tire Pump, Tire Patch Kit
• Rags, Hand Cleaner, Litter Bags
• Axe, Shovel
• Flashlight, Spare Batteries, Spare Vehicle Key

1. The Ranch waiver must be signed before entering the Ranch. Everyone rides at their own risk. Know your limitations and do not exceed the capabilities of your vehicle.
2. No alcoholic beverages or mind-altering substances, which may impair a person's judgment, are allowed in the trail riding area. Alcoholic beverages are allowed only in the campground and any illegal substances are strictly prohibited at the Ranch.
3. No one is allowed to possess any dangerous or controlled substances including, but not limited to firearms and explosives within the park.
4. Litter laws are strictly enforced. Place litter in an appropriate trash receptacle or "Pack It In, Pack It Out."
5. "Tread Lightly." Ride only on established trails only. Do not blaze your own trails, venture in to the woods or on to other property not owned by the Ranch.
6. Do not remove or destroy trees, shrubs, plants or animals. We want them to remain for everyone to enjoy. Tree straps must always be used. If there is a tree down across the trail do not make a new path around it. Please either cut it or winch it out of the way or go get ranch personnel to remove it.
7. No hunting is allowed at the Ranch.
8. Dogs are allowed but must be on a leash and supervised at all times. NO Rots, Dobermans or Pits allowed. If your dog is aggressive toward people or other animals do not bring it. If a problem occurs you may be asked to leave the Ranch.
9. Campsite fires must be kept inside the designated fire rings. Fire rings are not to be moved. Do not burn metal or glass in the fire rings.
10. Operation hours: You may four wheel at the ranch at all hours while open, but the campground, obstacle course and mud pit close at midnight. If you wheel later than midnight you will have to park your rig outside the gates/fence and walk in. The gates will be locked at midnight and reopened at 6am. Quite time for the campground is from 12:00am to 6:00am. On the last day of the weekend we close at dusk.
11. The Ranch staff will make no recovery's after dark. If you are broke down or stuck you will have to wait till the next morning to be recovered.
    
12. Excessive speed and reckless driving is not permitted. Please follow posted speed limit signs.
13. All operators of Off-Road Vehicles must have a valid driver's license or under the supervision of a parent/guardian with a valid license. These will be checked and left at the check-in/check-out desk in the front office until you exit the Ranch.
14. All Off-Road Vehicle drivers and riders should follow the manufacturer's safe operating procedures. Please be sure that your ORV has the appropriate equipment needed to operate on the rough terrain in the Ranch.
15. No person under the age of 18 will be allowed in the park with out parent/ guardian consent or operate a vehicle within the Ranch.
16. Passengers are allowed in Vehicles, but must sign a Release and Waiver of Liability Form, and must also wear their seat belt at all times while in the vehicle.
17. All Vehicles must have a fully enclosed metal cab and / or roll bar protection, functioning safety belts, working four wheel drive systems, frame mounted (not welded) tow hooks that are appropriately rated for the vehicle's weight for recovery purposes, and must be in good and safe mechanical operating condition.
18. Those under the age of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian in the presence of a Ranch staff member. Parent / legal guardian must closely supervise minors.
19. All ATV and drivers are required to wear DOT-approved safety helmet, protective gear including, but not limited to those items listed by the manufacturer and the ATV Safety Institute are strongly recommended.
20. Passengers are not allowed on ATVs unless the ATV is equipped for it.
21. Be courteous of other drivers and Ranch Staff on and off the trails.
22. Failure to comply with the above rules, regulations and safe operating procedures can result in your being temporarily or permanently banned from using the Ranch or participating in any future park activity or event. No refund of any monies will be given.
23. The Ranch is neither liable or responsible for damage, loss, or theft of personal property or injury to visitors.
24. NO out of state fired wood allowed. Please either buy some in state or bring your chain saw to cut the dead stuff that is down all over the park due to it being logged before we purchased the land.