Rules and the Ride

You might say the Chisholm Trail was the real start of the Texas Cowboy. It brought ranchers and riders from all parts of the Texas territory together as they drove their cattle to northern markets. To the East, products were driven up the mighty Mississippi on barges, but in the mid-west, cowpokes cut their own path.

We are keeping that tradition alive by memorializing their great efforts in a multi-day drive on authentic wagons and accompanying riders. It’s not just a nostalgic trip though, we are making our own memories. Can you keep to the path?

IMPORTANT:

1. Every Participant is Required to Register
2. Children under 17 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Registration, parental consent and medical release must be submitted with Registration and a copy kept available for presentation at all times.
3. A Registration Fee of $25 per person will be collected. There is a discount for early registration.

The Rules

The lands might be tough, the animals wild, but we live by a code:

1. Teamsters or other participants may not assume responsibility for a minor unless they present parental permission IN WRITING, a copy should be submitted during registration.
2. Every participant is required to register and complete the registration form.
3. Your issued identification is non-transferable and must be on display at all times.
4. All participants must be in Western heritage or Mountain Man attire, suitable to the Wagon Train theme, for the entire trip. No baseball caps, t-shirts, bare midriffs, shorts, cutoffs, halter tops, etc. Everyone Must Wear A Hat (stamped straps recommended)
5. Horse riders and wagons will be assigned positions within the train by the Wagon Master.
6. All wagons, buggies, etc., are for the sole use of yhe owner or the owners designated teamster.
7. There will be NO STUD HORSES allowed on any part of the ride.
8. Any Kicking Horse shall be identified by a red ribbon tied to its tail and will stay at the rear of the train.
9. No ponying of colts or animals by teamsters or outriders.
10. No bareback riding at camp or on the road.
11. All animals are to be kept off lawns and out of food service areas.
12. When traveling, riders must stay on the pavement or road and within the width of the wheelbase of the wagon and always on the Right of the center line.
13. There will be no riding double at any time, whether on or off the highway.
14. Horses shall be kept at a walk in all camp and eating areas.
15. All wagons, buggies, etc. shall be of authentic era. NO CAR TIRE WAGONS PERMITTED.
16. Participants please be mindful when drinking any alcoholic beverage or having any open alcoholic containers when traveling on the highway or any public street while the train is in operation.
17. Safe areas will be furnished, to the best of our ability, for the overnight parking of wagons and horses, and space for one vehicle for each wagon and working Buck skinners. We will try to accommodate as many of the remaining vehicles as possible at our overnight areas. If there is not enough room, the remainder of the vehicles will have to make their own arrangements. There will be shuttling of vehicles ahead of the Wagon Train unless otherwise notified by the Wagon Master. Shuttle service will be provided after the Wagon Train has been parked for the night. Only ONE designated driver will be allowed per vehicle to be shuttled. Shuttle passes will be issued after receiving completed registration forms. There will be no parking of vehicles in the designated overnight areas without displaying the issued Official Parking Pass.
18. No advertising without consent and approval of the Wagon Train Committee. Sponsors signs will be in proportion to the size of the Wagon or buggy.
19. All Dogs Will Be Kept On Leash.
20. No live ammunition or blanks will be allowed.
21. All horses should be shod (Borium, composition, boots or caulked shoes.)
22. Some suggested equipment: Canteens; Rain gear; Lead ropes and halters; Sleeping bags; Water bucket; Salt tablets; Electrolytes; First aid for animals and teamsters; Folded quilt or pillow for wagon seat; Sunscreen.
23. ABSOLUTELY NO WALKING with the train.
24. Any participant will be taken off he Wagon Train for disruptive behavior, profanity or disorderly conduct.
25. Due to schedules worked out with local traffic control plans, any participant not ready to leave when the train pulls out (9:00am) will be left behind. Stragglers may NOT be allowed to catch up.
26. NOTE: Each horseback rider and each teamster is totally responsible for the care, maintenance and security of his/her animal(s). Health issues should be addressed promptly, and special attention to safety and security in tying or corralling is mandatory and is the sole responsibility of the teamster/horseback rider.
27. NO SMOKING is allowed on the trail.
28. Riding helmets are optional.