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Camp Rover is a premier program dedicated to enhancing and promoting off-road driving tactics and skills. It is open to Land Rover owners and guests from across the country. It is a three-day program structured to teach vehicle preparation, driving, recovery and extrication techniques to drivers of
varying skill levels, vehicle types and off-road interests. At Camp Rover, campers will be exposed to the ultimate off-road experience. Camp Rover features off-road instruction by some of the nations leading driving instructors and former Camel Trophy drivers, as well as, guided trail rides over hundreds of miles of trails in the scenic setting of the East Tennessee mountains, which offers some of the best off-road trails in the country. Camp Rover is designed to offer challenges for varying levels of driving skills from beginners to veterans. And for all Lands Rover vehicles from old Series, Discovery, Defender and Range Rovers.Camp Rover is not just another event where owners come together and hear about the vehicle or drive a small skills course. It is truly an opportunity to learn about your vehicle its capabilities and limitations, and how to prepare for and drive off-road by professional instructors. Campers will have the opportunity to interact one-on-one with instructors. Instruction will be given in a group setting and on a capabilities course to teach various techniques that will then be utilized driving various off-road trails. Instructors will also participate in the trail rides providing one-on-one instruction along the trails. Camp Rover 99s lead instructor is Bill Burke, owner of 4-Wheeling America and former Camel Trophy Driver. Bill is considered one of the countrys leading instructors on off-road driving and recovery techniques.
There will also be a specially designed capabilities course set up to demonstrate various off-road situations, thereby letting you practice various driving and extrication techniques. It will also demonstrate where various vehicles accessories like suspension enhancements or winches are appropriate. The course will be staffed with counselors on Friday and Saturday during the day.
For more information on Camp Rover contact: Leah Phillips, 3200 West End Avenue, Suite 500, Nashville, TN 37203 or (615) 783-1748.
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CAMP ROVER ENROLLMENT FEE*: $95 individuals 16 and older, $75 per person 15 - 7 years old, 6 years old and younger free. Camp fee includes instruction, guided trail rides, boxed lunches on Friday and Saturday, and buffet dinners on Friday and Saturday.
*Camp Rover instruction and trail riding is limited to individuals with valid drivers license. Minors will require their parent or guardian sign a liability waiver to operate the vehicle during instructional or trail rides.
The Camp Rover Summer 99 session will be limited to 100 vehicles.
ACCOMMODATIONS Accommodations are the responsibility of the camper, there are a number of hotels and beds and breakfast in the area. The Smoke House Inn and Campground is the preferred accommodations as it is central to our activities. The Smoke House Inn is located atop the Cumberland Plateau only 300 yards off interstate I-24, exit 134. Their number is (931) 924-2268. MEALS We will be providing the following meals: Boxed lunches on Friday and Saturday
Buffet Style Dinners on Friday and Saturday
TRAIL RIDES Every Camp Rover trail is rated from level I (easiest) to V (most difficult). The ratings are based on trail overall, not just one or two tough spots.LEVEL I relaxing scenic ride with a few challenging spots. Four wheel drive
needed occasionally.
LEVEL II moderately demanding trails. You may encounter a wide variety of
challenges, including mud holes, boulders and stream crossings, on the trail. Four wheel
drive needed. Stock vehicles with ample tread on tires.
LEVEL III moderately demanding trails. The likelihood of getting stuck is
considerable. Mud holes may be deep and rock climbing will be arduous. Four wheel drive
needed. Stock vehicles with aggressive off-road tires. Winches and underbody protection
recommended.
LEVEL IV very demanding trails. Four wheel drive needed. Winches and
aggressive off-road tires, rear air lockers and modified suspension required. Underbody
protection recommended.
LEVEL V the most demanding trails. Four wheel drive needed. Winches, front
and rear air lockers, aggressive off-road tires at least 33", and modified
suspension, 2" lift required.
EVENT SCHEDULE
Camp Rover headquarters and check-in will be at the covered pavilion behind the Smoke
House Inn, Monteagle, Tennessee. The Smoke House Inn is located atop the Cumberland
Plateau only 300 yards off interstate I-24, exit 134. Their number is (931) 924-2268.
DAY I- FRIDAY, JULY 9, 1999
Friday, will be spent providing instruction for the more advanced drivers, topics covered
will include advanced navigation, off-road driving, recovery and field repair. Guided
trail rides will be for levels I, III, IV. 8:30 AM - 7:30 PM Check-in / Safety Check
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM Advanced Instruction
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM Guided Trail Rides/On-Trail Instruction
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Welcome Reception
DAY II - SATURDAY, JULY 10, 1999
Saturday, will be spent providing instruction for novice and intermediate drivers, topics covered will include vehicle operation, vehicle preparedness, basic navigation and off-road driving. Guided trail rides will be for levels level I, II, III, and IV.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Check-In / Safety Check
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM Welcome / Orientation
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM Basic and Intermediate Instruction
12:00 - 6:00 PM Guided Trail Rides / On-Trail Instruction
7:30 PM Buffet Dinner Presentation
DAY III - SUNDAY, JULY 11, 1999
Sunday, will be spent trail riding. We will have trail rides from level I to level V.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Trail Rides / On-trail Instruction
1999 CAMP ROVER REGISTRATION FORM
PLEASE COMPLETE ONE PER VEHICLE
Name ______________________________________ Phone_________________________
Address_____________________________________________________________________
City_____________________________________ State________ Zip Code ______________
Vehicle: Model _______________________________________________ Year______________
Adults _______ @ $95 each = _____________________
17 - 13 years old _______ @ $75 each = _____________________
12 and younger Free _______ @ $0 each = _____________________
TOTAL = _____________________
EVENT T-SHIRTS
Adult: _____Small _____Medium _____Large _____XL _____XXL @ $20 each = ___________
TOTAL = ______________________
I / We plan to arrive:
Thursday (around __________ ) Friday (around __________ ) Saturday (around __________ )
)I / We are interested in instructional in the areas of (check all that apply
Basic Off-road driving techniques
Advanced Off-road driving techniques
Vehicle Fid Repair
Vehicle Extrication and Recovery
Vehicle Accessories/Maintenance for Off-Road driving
Off-Road Navigation
I / We are interested in off-road driving on the following levels :
Level I
Level II
Level III
Level IV
Level V
MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: TENNESSEE LAND ROVER ASSOCIATION
Mail registration form and payment to:
Camp Rover 99 C/O Tennessee Land Rover Association, 3200 West End Avenue,
Suite 500 Nashville, TN 37203
Please return registration form by June 29th.
For more information on Camp Rover contact: Leah Phillips, 3200 West End Avenue, Suite 500, Nashville, TN 37203 or (615) 783-1748.