Participants Are Responsible for Making Their Own Motel/Camping Reservations

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Missouri RiverValley Tractor Caravan
September 5-7, 2006
Lathrop, MO to Boonville, MO
Missouri RiverValley Steam Engine Association
Gathering of the Orange

Come join us in the fun of a three day tractor drive from Lathrop in Northwest Missouri to The Gathering of the Orange in Boonville.

We will be traveling a total of 145 miles through an area rich in Civil War history and dotted with small family farms and fruit orchards.

All participants must sign the release agreement and registration form prior to joining the caravan. You may join any one of the three days. This can be done in the evening or morning prior to departure, or at noon any day. Please allow enough time to complete registration so that you don't hold up the group. We will leave promptly at the stated times.

Several county law enforcement departments are going to be escorting the caravan. Please show them courtesy and appreciation for their willingness to help.

Participants are responsible for making their own motel/camping reservations.

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Missouri RiverValley Tractor Caravan

Lathrop, MO to Boonville, MO

September 5, 6, & 7, 2006

RELEASE AGREEMENT

THE UNDERLYING UNDERSIGNED, ON BEHALF OF HIM/HERSELF, THEIR HEIRS, EXECUTORS, SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, DO FULLY AND COMPLETELY RELEASE DAVID AND CHRISTA MADDUX, LESTER AND NELLIE BAILEY, PLEASANT KNOLL PRESS, INC., MISSOURI RIVER VALLEY STEAM ENGINE ASSOCIATION, BRADY SHOWGROUNDS,AND/OR THEIR HEIRS, SUCCESSORS, ASSIGNS, OR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES FROM ANY AND ALL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, BE THEY FINANCIAL, PERSONAL INJURY, OR COSTS OF ANY KIND AND OF ANY NATURE REGARDING THE EVENT COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS THE BACK TO THE FARM MISSOURI RIVER VALLEY TRACTOR CARAVAN, REGARDLESS OF WHAT PART OF THE EVENT IN WHICH I PARTICIPATE, AND WHICH INCLUDES MY GOING TO COMING TO/FROM THE EVENT.

THE UNDERSIGNED AFFIRMS HE/SHE IS AN ADULT, OF LEGAL AGE AND OF SOUND MIND, AND FURTHER RELEASE ANY AND ALL DERIVATIVE CLAIMS THAT MAY RESULT OF ANY CLAIMS I MAY HAVE, SUCH AS LOSS OR SPOUSAL OF CHILD CONSORTIUM OR ANY OTHER SIMILAR OR RELATED CLAIMS AS A RESULT OF ANY INJURIES OR LOSSES THAT MAY OCCUR.

I RECOGNIZE I AM FULLY AND COMPLETELY INDIVIDUALLY RESPONSIBLE FOR ANYTHING THAT MAY OCCUR RELATED TO OR DURING THE BACK TO THE FARMMISSOURI RIVERVALLEY TRACTOR CARAVAN.

THE UNDERSIGNED AGREES TO FULLY HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFY DAVID AND CHRISTA MADDUX, LESTER AND NELLIE BAILEY, PLEASANT KNOLL PRESS, INC., MISSOURI RIVERVALLEY STEAM ENGINE ASSOCIATION, BRADY SHOWGROUNDS, AND/OR THEIR HEIRS, SUCCESSORS, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES, OR ASSIGNS FOR ALL COSTS, INCLUDING REASONABLE ATTORNEY FEES, FOR ANY BREACH OF THIS AGREEMENT.

THIS RELEASE/HOLD HARMLESS/INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT IS FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY EXECUTED BY THE UNDERSIGNED AFTER BEING APPRISED OF ALL RELEVANT INFORMATION AND HAVING A THOROUGH OPPORTUNITY TO HAVE THIS DOCUMENT REVIEWED.

DATED THIS _____ DAY OF ______, 2006

SIGNATURE: WITNESSED IN THE PRESENCE OF:

______

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Missouri RiverValley Tractor Caravan

Lathrop, MO to Boonville, MO

September 5, 6, & 7, 2006

REGISTRATION FORM
Entry or Tractor Make:
Tractor Model: / Year:
OWNER INFORMATION
Name:
Address:
City, State,
Zip:
Phone:
E-Mail:
Date:
Signature:
DRIVER INFORMATION (if other than owner)
Name:
Address:
City, State,
Zip:
Phone:
Email:
Date:
Signature:

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Missouri RiverValley Tractor Caravan

Lathrop, MO to Boonville, MO

September 5, 6, & 7, 2006

SAFETY INFORMATION

We want to make this a fun, safe trip for everyone. It is important that you read and follow all safety instructions.

*We would like all tractors to be capable of maintaining 10 miles per hour.

*Missouri highway laws prevail for any caravan vehicles using the road right-of-way.

*Drivers must ave a valid driver's license.

*Must have a bright “slow moving vehicle” (SMV) sign on your tractor, securely fastened facing the rear.

*Keep 3 or 4 tractor lengths between tractors.

*NO STRAGGLERS...KEEP TOGTHER!

*Lights must be on for safety (if equipped)

*Rear-view mirrors are very helpful.

*Riders allowed on tractors only when in a secured seat.

*You are totally responsible for riders' safety.

*You are responsible for the action and reaction of your tractor.

*NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ALLOWED IN THE CARAVAN.

*Carry a fire extinguisher, if possible.

*Be aware of roadside hazards and traffic.

*Be alert and use safety precautions at all times. In all situations, always put safety FIRST.

*Watch out for the other person. Be alert for bystanders and children who may dart out toward moving tractors.

*Be courteous, NOT AGGRESSIVE.

*Don't dilly-dally at road crossings.

*Keep the caravan moving. Don't be the one to hold things up!

*Check your tractor at each stop. Gas—Oil—Water—Tires

*If you need personal or mechanical assistance, drop back to the rear of the caravan, where a service truck will be available.

******VERY IMPORTANT******

Support vehicles: cars, trucks, trucks w/trailers, RV's will be required to depart 10 minutes before the tractors. You must go directly to the next stop. Do not stop along the road and wait for the caravan to catch up, take pictures, wave them on, etc. We want to keep everyone safe. Law enforcement officials have informed us that this will not be tolerated.

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Missouri RiverValley Tractor Caravan

Lathrop, MO to Boonville, MO

September 5, 6, & 7, 2006

CARAVAN SCHEDULE

Lathrop, Missouri—Exit 40 from I-35, take 116 highway west 3 miles to 33 highway south. Showgrounds on 33 HWY at the south edge of town.

MONDAY, SEPT. 4th:

Gather at the Lathrop Missouri Antique Fairgrounds. Registration from 2-6 p.m. You will be able to purchase t-shirts and flags. The Lathrop Tractor Club will have dinner available. Camping on the grounds: $12 with electric, tent camping and camping without electric free. Shower house and restrooms available.

Motels 15 miles south on I-35 at Kearney, MO exit 26. We suggest the Super 8; 816-628-6800. Mention tractor caravan for best rate.

Other Kearney Motels

Best Western Kearney Inn: 816-628-5000

Econo Lodge: 816-628-5111

TUESDAY, Sept. 5th:

Breakfast served on the grounds. Registration from 7-8:30 a.m.

Caravan will leave at 9 a.m., rain or shine.

Travel north on 33 HWY to 116 HWY. East on 116 HWY 17 miles to Polo, MO.

At Polo, turn south on 13 HWY. Lunch will be at Stage CoachPark south of town. (Served by local group.)

Leave Polo at 1 p.m. Travel south on 13 HWY 20 miles to Richmond. Overnight in Richmond in RayCounty.

ASCS office on Business 13. There is also some camping space available here. Other camping at Walmart parking lot 1 mile south.

Motel in Richmond:

Super 8: 816-776-8008. Rooms limited, make reservations ASAP. Mention tractor caravan for best rate.

Other Motels:

13 miles south in Lexington:

Midway Motel: 660-259-2117 (HWY 13 & 24)

Lexington Inn: 660-259-4641 (HWY 13 & 24, outer road)

Wednesday, Sept. 6th:

Leave from Ray County ASCS office at 9 o'clock a.m. Travel south on 13 HWY 16 miles to 24 HWY east 9 miles to Dover Station for bathroom break and gas stop if necessary. (No parking at this stop for support vehicles)

South on F HWY 7 miles to HWY 20. East on 20 2 miles to V HWY (Corder) to city park for lunch.

Leave Corder at 1 p.m. East on 20 HWY 25 miles to HWY 65 in Marshall. South (right) on 65 HWY to Saline County Fairgrounds. Camping available and overnight tractor parking at fairgrounds.

Motels at Marshall on 65 HWY near fairgrounds.

Super 8: 660-886-3359

Comfort Inn: 660-886-8080

Thursday, Sept. 7th:

Leave fairgrounds at 8 a.m. North on 65 HWY to 41 East. (Tractors will go through downtown Marshall around square to 41 East.) East/South on 41 HWY to Hardman for break (No parking for support vehicles). Continue south on 41 HWY to Arrow Rock.

Native Americans long ago gathered Frint from Arrow Rock bluff for arrowheads, hence the name of this significant landmark. Lewis and Clark noted the bluff and nearby salt licks as they labored up the Missouri river in 1804. Westbound explorers and traders paused at Arrow Rock spring and in 1829, some settled and founded a town. We will have lunch on the tavern green and visit the StateHistoricSiteMuseum. The John P. Site's pioneer gun shop will also be open for tours (Parking on main street for support vehicles).

Leave Arrow Rock at 12:30 p.m. Continue on 41/40 to 5 HWY 18 miles where we will meet the St. Louis area caravan at the Knights of Columbus parking lot to parade through Boonville and on to the Brady Showgrounds, where we will lead the afternoon parade. Support vehicles should continue on 41 to I-70 after leaving Arrow Rock (East on I-70 to exit 111 right to showgrounds).

Don't forget your rain gear and sun protection!

Lets have a fun and safe drive!