Greater MKE 4x4 Events

• Off-road driving is potentially dangerous to people and your vehicle. Never wheel alone, and plan ahead for the safety of everyone on the trails. 

• Please off-road legally and responsibly. Follow all treadlightly! principles and use a mapping app such as OnX to ensure that you are not trespassing on private land. 

• Our ride leaders are volunteers, not professional guides or mechanics. If your vehicle becomes disabled, we will assist you but we do not guarantee recovery. 

• The properties where we ride determine the size vehicles that are allowed. We strongly recommend that larger, heavier vehicles be able to self-recover. If you have questions, please ask.

• Arrive early enough to give yourself time to sign waivers, complete a safety self-check, and to prepare your vehicle for going off-road, including airing down, disconnecting sway bars, and securing/tying down everything in your vehicle. 

• Front and rear tow-points and a full-size spare are MANDATORY on our rides. A hitch ball (or trailer ball or tow ball) is NOT an acceptable tow-point.
• We use GMRS radio to communicate while driving. 
• Everyone in your vehicle must have and use a seatbelt.
• Everyone in your vehicle should wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes/boots regardless of weather.
• Most people bring a lunch and eat on the trail (or in parking lot).
• There are bathrooms at trail-heads and near parking lots, but typically not on the trails.
• Plan to show proof of insurance, sign a waiver, and conduct a self-check safety inspection – your vehicle must be licensed, registered, and insured. 
• Know how to put your vehicle in 4-low.
• Know how to air down to an PSI for your vehicle and tire/wheel type - ask if you need help.
• Some properties have an air compressor, but not all. Plan how you will air back up – most people bring a portable compressor or 12-volt/cigarette lighter inflator.
• Bring a garbage bag and pack out anything that you bring in, including cigarette butts.
• Bring water, snacks, bug spray, sun screen, chairs, raingear, etc.

Yes! You can participate in our rides if you don't have recovery gear! Just let your ride leader know.

Our club members love our sport, and we range from very experienced off-roaders to people who are very new. If you have questions or if something isn't clear, please email us or contact us through Facebook Messenger - we want you to have a great time at our events and rides.  Please also see waivers and safety checklists at the bottom of this page.