-ANNUAL GREEN RIVER RIDE-

May 01-03, 2008

REV. 03/08

The Green River Ride is ideal for the whole family and has been for 33 years. Hosted by the Utah Trail Machine Association (UTMA) participants of all ages are invited to attend. Staging is at White Wash located twenty-six miles SE of Green River, Utah. The gathering of families and friends creates a delightful atmosphere for all in attendance. Seasoned veterans enjoy renewing friendships with stories and memorabilia of past Wash rides while rookies make new acquaintances.

A variety of terrain presents exciting trails for dirt bikes and ATVs alike. There will be those in attendance who can direct new-comers on accessing trails in the area.

The following trails have been identified by the BLM:

*TENMILE WASH (50 miles): Ride to end of Tenmile Wash exiting Red Wash Trail to Tenmile Canyon area and on to head of Tenmile Wash. Ride the Wash to Green River. PLEASE be aware that there are areas of the Tenmile Wash closed to motorized recreation.

*CRYSTAL GEYSER (50 miles): Ride to, and back from Green River north of White Wash. Ride a variety of terrain and enjoy the scenery. Steve Milner

*HEY JOE MINE (88 miles): Ride Rainbow Rocks Trail to Dubinky Well Road, and on to Hey Joe Mine taking Spring Canyon Trail descending down Spring Canyon north of Bowknot Bend to old uranium mine.

*SCENIC RIDE (50 miles): Experience a challenging route throughout immediate area. This includes famous Dead Cow Wash and The Tubes. Return by way of Mary’s Trail.

*MONITOR & MERRIMACK ROUTE (100+ miles): Includes travel via Rainbow Rocks Trail stopping to explore dinosaur bones. Travel to dinosaur tracks and other spectacular views. A gas stop can be made at the Moab Airport. One can plan on taking a sack lunch.

*QUADS: Take a fun route from camp meandering throughout the immediate area including sand dunes. This terrain is great for beginners.

*PRIVATE PROPERTY

There are 1400 acres of land in the White Wash area that are owned by Curtis and Keri Rosmund. PLEASE respect their private property as well as public property.

ACCOMMODATIONS

CAMPING at WHITE WASH: Camping is on scenic, flat, barren terrain with no permanent facilities or water.

PARTIAL LISTING of ACCOMODATIONS in GREEN RIVER: (Rates may vary slightly when calling for reservations)

Super 8 Motel $55 1248 East Main 435-564-8888

Bookcliff Lodge $40 395 East Main 435-564-3406

Comfort Inn $75 1975 East Main 435-564-3300

Holiday Inn Express $80 1845 East Main 435-564-4439

Motel 6 $43 1084 East Main 435-564-3436

Ramada Limited $64 1117 East Main 435-564-8441

West Winds Rodeway Inn $55 525 East Main 435-564-3421

AGENDA

Thursday, May 1st

DIRECTIONS TO WHITE WASH STAGING AREA-

Travel east 15 miles from Green River on Interstate 70 to Ranch Exit 173. Travel south on Ruby Ranch/Floy Wash road to White Wash approximately 12 miles from Ranch Exit. Watch for BLM signs.

AFTERNOON

Ride a variety of terrain surrounding the Wash on your own or just visit.

EVENING

Socializing and maybe dinner at Ray’s Tavern

Friday, May 2nd

MORNING

Enjoy the White Wash area including sand dunes, dry, sand washes, and slickrock.

Find out about the challenging Dead Cow Wash extending to the Green River and

coming back through the Tubes.

AFTERNOON

Riding and socializing

EVENING SOCIAL

Campfire visits and gatherings in Green River

Saturday, May 3rd

Socializing and riding

Departure for home or hang around another day

RIDE COORDINATOR

Paul K Edmunds

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