New Jersey Linux User Group

I know - It's not Linux related but it is in NJ. It's a Wonderful event where you can have a lot of fun on A REAL driving Rally....
FYI: Our member Murph did this several times and survived 😉

This is the 43rd annual charity road rally event that's open to all our members (registration info is given to you when you RSVP to Attend) and requires only a car*, SUV* or light truck* with a working odometer and a pen to compete. The FEE to enter, per car, is only a brand new Teddy Bear any size unwrapped, worth at least $35.00 retail, which will be donated to the US Marine Corps Reserves' "Toys for Tots".
* If you don't have a car available, you can still join in as a Navigator (see details below and RSVP letting Nick know)....

Hosted by my group The NYC Car Enthusiasts, organized by Sports Car Club of America (North NJ Region) and sponsored by the folks at Subaru....

This is a fun event that can include your family or friends and runs over a 60 mile Course following 'Gimmick (GTA*) Rally rules. No math or special timing equipment needed, just a working odometer.
(*Game-Tour-Adventure.)

The object of the event is to provide new toys for the many needy families in our area. The event is a novice friendly course using all paved roads. Just follow the Rally course, and keep an eye out for special photo instructions that will test your observation skills. Your score on each leg of the rally will be determined by how well you follow the route, and is based on 100 points for each mile that you vary from the official route.

• Awards for 1st and 2nd in each of 3 classes (Expert, Intermediate, & Novice)
• Special Awards for: Best First Time, Best Subaru, Best SCCA, Best PCA, Best BMW, Best RVSCC, Best Family, Best Partner Team - Husband & Wife - or Navigator, and Dead Last but Finished.

In-person sign-in starts at 10:30 AM
Drivers Meeting: 11:30 AM
Time: First car out at 12:00 PM (Noon)
After event, you are welcome to stay for the presentations and a dinner.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• BRING:
• You will need paper and a pencil/pen (a clipboard will be helpful.) Drivers need a valid driver license and proof of current liability insurance. Your vehicle must meet basic safety standards (e.g., lights, brakes, windshield wipers and horn must work.)
• PARTICIPANTS:
• Each vehicle participating shall have at least two participants, a Driver and a Navigator*. Passengers are allowed but no more than can safely be carried in the car and they must sign a event waiver and register for the event. *If you need a Navigator, or don't have a car and want to be a Navigator, let Nick know and he'll team you together.

EVENT CLASS

• Experienced: You know who you are, long time rallyist with years of experience.
• Intermediate: You have been on several rallies in the past and have won 5 or more trophies on prior events, but are not ready to move up to the experienced class.
• Novice: New to the sport or have only been on simple 'trek' events and have won less then 5 awards on other events.
• Beginner: This is your first Car Rally or Trek. (You are also eligible for Novice Awards)

The rally will be conducted in full compliance with Motorsport Club of North Jersey General Instructions as supplemented by the events’ Special Instructions (Photo Clues).