Rocks & Ruts Rally

Dates: August 7th to 10th

The Rocks & Ruts Rally is a fun-filled, and laid back weekend of like minded individuals who enjoy camping and off-roading. Come hang out with old friends and make some new ones, while exploring trails on some of the worlds oldest rock…the Canadian Shield.

Trails range from beginner level to expert, so regardless of your skill level, there is plenty of fun to be had. You can choose from one of our daily guided runs, lead by our hand-picked and vetted Trail Guides, or if you want a bit more freedom, you can choose your own self-guided adventure.

Trails are categorized by combining the standard set by OF4WD and current local trail knowledge. All the trails used for the guided runs are pre-run and inspected by our team just prior to the event to ensure familiarity with current conditions.

If you are new to off-roading, we provide an Intro Run lead by our professional instructors that are more suited to newer drivers. They will show you the essentials to get you through the trails. Our instructors are very knowledgeable, approachable, and willing to answer any questions that you may have.

For our guided trail runs, we strongly recommend certain levels of vehicle build depending on the difficulty of the trail. When signing up for a trail, be sure to ask one of our experienced trail guides for recommendations based the capabilities of your vehicle, along with your personal skill level and experience. Knowing your abilities is key and it’s important to not over-estimate them. We reserve the right to refuse vehicles which are unsuitable to the trail. If you choose to do a self-guided run, your suitability is up to your discretion.

Basic requirements:

• Four Wheel Drive Capable with Low Gear Option
• Front and Rear tow points
• Tire size limited to 40″
• NO trailered rigs or custom buggies (we don’t have the space for excess vehicle/trailer storage)
• Must be street legal, plated, and insured

Thursday Afternoon/Evening

• Arrival after 12pm to setup your campsites (first come, first served)
• Registration at the event tent from 12pm to 9pm
• Trail sign ups at the event tent for following day
• Mandatory meeting for Trail Guides at 7pm
• Noise restrictions in place at 11pm

Friday Morning

• Registration and sign up open till 8am
• Drivers meeting 8am at the event tent
• 9am – Participants joining guided trail runs to meet at Muster Stations
• 9:30am – Guided Trail Runs depart

Friday Afternoon/Evening

• Registration open at the event tent from 5pm to 9pm
• Guided Trail Runs return (we recommend refueling prior to returning to basecamp)
• 7pm to 7:30pm – Trail registration opens for following day
• Campfire (if weather allows)
• Noise restrictions in place at 11pm

Saturday Morning

• 9am – Participants joining guided trail runs to meet at Muster Stations
• 9:30am – Guided Trail Runs depart

Saturday Afternoon/Evening

• Guided Trail Runs return (we recommend refueling prior to returning to basecamp)
• 7pm – Trail registration opens for following day
• 8pm – Prize draws
• Campfire (if weather allows)
• Noise restrictions in place at 11pm

Sunday Morning

• 9am – Participants joining guided trail runs to meet at Muster Stations
• 9:30am – Guided Trail Runs depart

Sunday Afternoon/Evening

• Guided Trail Runs return
• Pack-up & haul-out. Collect ALL your garbage and Leave No Trace
  (you brought it in…you take it out)
• Ensure you put this event in your calendar for next year!

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