What is the jeep jamboree
This is my first four wheel drive event? What kind of driving experience is needed?
No experience is needed. We have experienced trail guides along the trail helping the drivers take the correct lines and stacking rocks to help you get through the Rubicon Trail. Jeepers Jamboree & Jeep Jamboree, Inc. is a highly seasoned company, for beginner four wheeling enthusiasts, to learn educational off road tips.
What does the trip registration fee cover?
Registration fees cover all necessary permits, vehicle fees, camping fees, and all meals starting the day of the trip to lunch on the last day (note there is no meal provided the night before the trip), experienced trail guides, and highly qualified mechanics on the trail. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate special diets and dietary restrictions.
You can contact the office at 530-333-4771 for a menu or visit the downloads page.
What if my vehicle has mechanical problems while on the trail?
If you have a mechanical problem while on the trail please inform a rock roller on the trail or pull off the trail and wait for assistance as needed. We have trail mechanics to assist with mechanical problems while on the trail. Jeepers Jamboree and Jeep® Jamboree Inc. maintains a parts inventory in Main Camp. However, due to a wide range of different and unique vehicles that attend, we cannot provide parts for every type of breakdown. We suggest each participant bring appropriate spare parts for their vehicle. Jeepers Jamboree and Jeep® Jamboree have mechanics at Buck Island (Jeepers Jamboree only), Main Camp, and stationed along the trail to provide assistance. Breakdowns can delay your trip for hours and even days. Ensure your vehicle is in good condition before attending a Jeepers or Jeep® Jamboree trip. Check here for more information.
Could my vehicle be damaged on a Jamboree trip?
There is the possibility of damage to your vehicle when traveling the Rubicon Trail. Any damage is the owner’s responsibly. The rock rollers are there to assist you in traversing the trail; please closely follow instructions given by the rock rollers. The Rubicon Trail is rated a 10. It is one of the oldest, toughest four wheel drive trails in the world. If you fear damaging or denting your vehicle, please do not attend.
Are there bypasses that can be taken to avoid difficult spots?
No, there are no bypasses; moreover, vehicles can not pull off the road more than 25ft from the center of the trail. If you are stopping to eat, swim, check your vehicle, etc., pull off just enough so another vehicle can get around you.
Can I have a friend or family member check in for me in Georgetown?
THE DRIVER OF EACH REGISTERED VEHICLE, AND ALL PASSENGERS IN SAID VEHICLE MUST CHECK IN AT THE GEORGETOWN OFFICE. All signatures need to be on the Release of Liability waiver before you can be checked in. If you didn’t get a waiver signed prior to check in, make sure you come in and sign at check in. No vehicle sticker or wristbands will be given without all signatures. NO EXCEPTIONS
What type of rest-room facilities do you have?
There are port-a-potties at the Loon Lake Dam when you start the trip, and a few stationed along the trail. Once you get to Rubicon Springs we have several port-a-potties. Participants can also bring their own bucket toilets (must pack out on own – no dumping) and PETT toilets systems.
What kind of weather can I expect on the Rubicon?
The weather is unpredictable in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. No matter how warm it may be by day, the nights can get cold and thundershowers are not an uncommon occurrence. Pack for warm and cold weather and bring an extra pair of shoes.
Where do we camp once on the Rubicon Trail?
Once you get to Rubicon Springs Main Camp, a camp host will help assist you in finding a camp site. Rubicon Springs is the midpoint of the Rubicon Trail. For example, if you attend the 4 day Jeepers Jamboree trip you will drive the Rubicon Trail all day Thursday until you reach Rubicon Springs. You will then set up camp and stay camped there for the duration of the trip. Sunday you will break down camp, and you will drive the rest of the Rubicon Trail to the Tahoe side.
What type of activities will there be once in camp?
Participants can enjoy fishing, hiking, swimming, and meeting fellow off road enthusiasts. On both Saturdays of our trips, please enjoy our historical talk about the Rubicon Trail. There will be entertainment in the evening after dinner.
Where can I purchase merchandise for family and friends?
Merchandise can be purchased Online at www.rubiconwear.com or at our office during check in.
The Jeepers Jamboree is a privately funded enterprise. The management of the Jeepers Jamboree reserves the right to deny any participant application. Each participant admitted to the Jamboree is expected to comply with the reasonable rules of participation as set forth in the application contract and comply with the reasonable direction from officials of the Jeepers Jamboree. Failure to comply with the rules or reasonable direction of officials may result in the violator being denied participation in future Jeepers Jamboree events. Such determination shall be made at the sole and absolute discretion of the Jeepers Jamboree management.
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Jeep Jamborees: Official Jeep Events Make Road Trips Fun Again
Every year, from March through October, Jeep hosts their official Jeep Jamboree events at some of the most beautiful trails all across the U.S.
They call it a Jeep owner’s off-road driving tradition:
Jeep Jamborees are fun, family-oriented, four-wheel-drive adventures for Jeep vehicle owners that bring together the outdoors, down-to-earth people, and their Jeep 4x4s. — Jeep
What Jeep Jamborees Are Like
They say, once you go on a Jeep Jamboree, you’ll never look at nature the same way.
It’s a great opportunity to be in a controlled environment where expert trail guides are available to show you exactly what your Jeep is capable of.
Experienced guides will help you navigate challenging off-highway situations with other like-minded enthusiasts on some of the best trails in the country. — Jeep
Jeep Jamborees are designed to match every skill level. You will find a good mix of first-timers as well as veterans attending Jeep Jamboree events, so don’t think you’ll feel out of place if you’ve never been to a Jeep Jamboree before.
Jamborees are strictly for Jeep vehicles (any Jeep model in good condition); there are no exceptions. All vehicles are subject to inspection prior to trail departure.
Jeep Jamborees take place rain or shine, and don’t think that a little (or a lot!) of snow would postpone an event …We’re talking about Jeep vehicles here!
Included in your Jeep Jamboree registration fee (typically around $250 per person; prices vary by location) are: meals, all the necessary permits for off-roading, experienced guides, and more. It’s worth noting that several of the Jeep Jamboree trails are only accessible through this program.
No partial trips are offered, so even if you cannot attend one or more of the days’ events, you must pay the entire registration fee.
No spectators are allowed. All participants must be officially registered and pay the registration fee. There are discounts for parties of 4 or more. Seat belts are required for each person in the Jeep.
Every Jamboree trail is rated from 1 (easiest) to 10 (most difficult). In general, the higher the trail rating, the greater your likelihood of encountering vehicular damage.
While they don’t recommend it, they do allow pets at Jeep Jamborees, as long as you agree to the terms of the pet waiver. As always, kids are allowed.
And to make it even more fun, there are prizes available to participants at each Jeep Jamboree event!
These off-road treks have a long tradition dating back to 1953 when 4×4 pioneer Mark A. Smith organized the first-ever Jeep Jamboree and voyaged across the Sierra Nevada Mountains by way of the old Rubicon Trail. In 1954, Willys Motors — then manufacturer of Jeep vehicles — became involved with the adventure, and Jeep Jamborees have been an off-road tradition ever since. — Jeep Jamboree USA
Jeep Jamborees Near Us
The 2 Jeep Jamborees that take place in our neck of the woods are:
…Perhaps we’ll see you there!
I would encourage you to pick one of the Jeep Jamborees from the list above and make it a fun road trip this year.
After you pick a Jamboree, check out the official details for each Jeep Jamboree location.
You also need to complete the official registration form and waiver.
Each Jamboree is limited to a certain number of vehicles, so plan ahead and reserve your spot before they sell out. — Jeep
So pack your gear, your friends, and your kids into your Jeep and steer in the direction of the fun-filled Jeep Jamboree nearest you!
For More Information…
Be sure to check out the official Jeep Jamboree website for everything you could possibly want to know about Jeep Jamborees including the event nearest you, plus registration information, local hotels, camping options, trail ratings, and other travel resources specific to each individual Jeep Jamboree location.
Also, The Jamboree Experience is a .pdf that contains all of the nitty gritty details.
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