Trail Boss Checklist

The main role of the Trail Boss is to facilitate the conversation and lead the plan for the trip.  The main topics to plan for are the trip dates, logistics, lodging, park details, and food.

Trip Dates:
This is as simple as determining when the trip is going to take place.  The club calendar identifies a default time frame, however the Trail Boss has the ability to set the specific time frame.  It can be Thursday through Sunday, or Saturday to Tuesday, or Friday to Sunday, ect.  It’s really up to the TB and the days that the park is open.

Logistics:

Communicate with the group the plan for getting to the park.  Typically, the group would meet at a central location outside of Raleigh on route to the destination, and then convoy the rest of the way.  Others have the option to travel independently and meet everyone there.  The topic of logistics is more of a conversation that occurs between the group going on the trip in the week or two leading up to the trip.

Lodging:

The Trail Boss will typically inform the group of the different options for lodging in the area.  This is typically camping, hotels, cabin rentals.  Then it is up to the group going to discuss what they want to do.

Park Details:

The Trail Boss will typically communicate details related to the park in the initial email to the club.  This includes the type of trails, website, cost, etc.  Really its just providing people an overview of what to expect of the park and trails.  Most of this can be determined from the park website.

Food:
This topic typically consists of facilitating the conversion of the plan for group meals or individual meals, or restaurants in the area.  Group meals are nice, but it really depends on the group and will typically take someone to help plan (doesn’t have to be the TB).  The group may also want to think about lunch on the trial, or back at camp.

 

Most of the work is involved with the planning and conversation with the individuals going on the trip.  Once everyone gets to the destination, things typically seem to work themselves out.  Remember, the goal is just to go wheeling and have fun.

 

Select one of the following frequencies to use for your trip (must use DCS code as well):