Twin City Off Road favors safety above all else. We believe in enjoying the outdoors and doing so in a safe and responsible manner. In this page you will find some of the safety guidelines that we follow and ask our participants to also respect when wheeling with us. We are inclusive, our group is made up of different people with different levels of experience. We try to make the off-road experience fun and memorable for everyone. We’ve also included some gear that we recommend all participants to bring along for their own benefit and safety.

Drive to your ability, not my stupidity. If you want to attempt an obstacle, spotters will be there to help you safely navigate it. However, they are not responsible for any damage that may occur to your vehicle. If you are unsure or nervous, you have the option of letting a more experienced driver take the wheel of your vehicle while you sit in the passenger seat to learn. Observe other similar type vehicles before you attempt if you are unsure.

Once you clear an obstacle, move forward enough so at least five more vehicles can safely negotiate the obstacle without anyone being in the way. If you want to observe, take pictures, or help guide, you can! We just ask you give every vehicle plenty of space.

Don’t leave the pre-scouted trail or leave the group without notifying event staff or a Twin City member. We understand stuff comes up, but if you decide to call it a day let someone know. Face to face is preferable but if not possible let us know via radio. Identify who you are and what you drive. Nobody wants to be left behind, and we don’t want to be out looking for someone we think is missing but who left without letting us know.

Alcohol. Be responsible. Our events are family friendly.

Personal firearms. Be smart. Our events are family friendly, last thing we want is weapons being discharged in or around others.

Weather. If you’ve wheeled with us before then you know. Mother nature has thrown a few curve balls at us in past events. From torrential down pours to pea size hail, in the event of a change in forecast we will broadcast it over the radio. All event safety briefs will include weather forecasts.

Wildlife. Yes, they are out there sometimes. From cattle to coyotes, we are in their domain. Leave them alone.

Pace and Speed. If you’ve been wheeling for a while, then you know that the trail is often interrupted by delays and stops. It happens, from breakdown to obstacle clearing. We understand people get frustrated and we try our best to keep the main group moving. Our Trail Leaders set and will maintain a pace. We will also brief pre-determined rest stops along the route for breaks. If you need to stop, call it over the radio or let the Gunner (last vehicle in the group) know for accountability. Once you are ready to catch up, do so. In the event of a vehicle breakdown, vehicles will break off to assist while the main group continues on.

Emergencies. They happen. From vehicle breakdowns to medical emergencies. Twin City uses certain brevity words to identify potential incidents that require the event to pause. Brevity words will be passed over the radio, three times. When this happens, all vehicles come to a stop and all radio traffic stops to prioritize the people assisting the emergency. Familiarize yourself with our brevity words that are provided in the event Operational Plan or Event Guide.

Leave No Trace. Remember we are in someone else’s backyard. Leaving no trace is crucial to keeping trails open. We have lost access to amazing trails due to littering and pollution. Enviromental advocates and anti-access groups constantly scrutinize our hobby of four-wheeling and are always looking for excuses to close areas down—we shouldn't give them any ammo to restrict access to our public lands. Leaving no trace isn't just important for off-roaders; it's also essential for backpackers, bikers, campers, hikers, hunters, and anyone who enjoys recreating on our beautiful land. Bag your waste and dispose of it when we reach the nearest trash can. If your vehicle leaks all over the place, it’s probably a good idea to get that looked at before you go wheeling.

Questions, comments, concerns can be brought to the attention of any Trail Leader. However, there is a time and a place for them. Remember that we are responsible for all of our participants. If there is an immediate safety concern, please call it out. Any other comment or question can probably wait till the next rest stop or break. Respect everyone and if there is a difference in opinion, please address them at an appropriate time or forum.

  • Storage Bag

    Simple to use and relatively cheap to purchase. Storage bags mount to the spare tire and can be used to hold everything from extra gear to trash!

  • Privacy Tent

    Privacy tents are very useful for our women to use instead of…well you know, finding a tall bush. They fold pretty easily and can be stored conveniently.

  • Tire Deflator

    Never leave home without one. We always air down before we hit a trail. Tire deflators vary in price but are essential to any off-road kit. If you have questions on how to use one, ask anyone of our members.

  • GMRS Radio

    These are a must have! Our main form of communication out on the trails are GMRS radios. Yes, they can be somewhat pricy and can be a hassle to set up but having them keep everyone tuned to the same sheet of music.