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In this guide About Ouray 2 Ouray Map 4 Event Schedule 6 Photo by Jonathan Harris Trail Ratings 14 Imogene Pass 16 The Alpine Loop 18 Black Bear Pass & Ophir Pass 20 Central Trails Photo by Dorian Drigalla 22 The Million Dollar Highway 24 Tips for Having A Good Time 26 Silverton 28 Telluride 30 Communications Quick Reference Police / Fire / Emergency Dial 911 Urgent Matters Dial 855.FJSUMMIT CB & FRS Radios Our thanks to all of our featured photogrpahers! Summit Channel: 07 FJ Summit Logo & Front Cover by Chris Grey Trail Leaders set for each run HAM Radios “TOYOTA”, “FJ CRUISER” are registered trademarks of Toyota Simplex: 146.460 Motor Corporation. FJC Magazine and the FJ Summit are not Primary Repeater: affiliated with, endorsed, sponsored, or supported by Toyota Engineer Mountain Motor Corporation, Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. or any of Toyota’s affiliated companies. These terms are used for Alt Repeater: Buffalo Mt descriptive purposes only, and not to denote affiliation or Best Western Emergency Number connection with Toyota Motor Corporation. 970-123-4556 About ouray Switzerland of America The historic City of Ouray was originally established in the 1870's by miners chasing silver and gold in the surrounding mountains and at one point the town once boasted more horses and mules than people. At the height of the mining boom, Ouray had more than 30 active mines. By 1877 Ouray had grown to over 1,000 in population and was named county seat of the newly formed Ouray County. The town is named after Chief Ouray of the Ute Indians, a Native American tribe. Ouray is surrounded on three sides by 13,000 foot peaks. This magnificent setting, along with the wide variety of activities for locals and visi- tors give the town it’s nickname: “The Switzer- land of America”. In addition to the some of the best off road trails in Colo- rado, Ouray has much to offer during your visit. One thing you Photo from The National Byways Photo Collection don’t want http://www.byways.org to miss is the therapeutic Hot Springs Pool, located toward the north end of town right on US-550. The amazing Box Canyon Falls are a true natural wonder, and Cascade Falls (you can see them from anywhere in town) are even more impressive up close. The entire town is reg- istered as a National Photo from The National Byways Historic Dis- Photo Collection http://www.byways.org trict with most of the buildings dating back to the late nineteenth century. The Beaumont Hotel, Ouray City Hall, Ouray County Courthouse, St. Elmo Hotel, St. Joseph's Miners' Hospital (currently hous- ing the Ouray County Historical Society and Museum), Western Hotel, and Wright's Opera House are all on the National Register of His- toric Places. 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Photo by John Redig • Wheeling 101 class by Brian “Woody” Swearingen • Welcome to the 2013 FJ Summit announcements 8:00pm - 9:00pm - Best Western Twin Peaks • 6:00pm - 8:00pm - BBQ Dinner and Ice Cream Social • Mandatory Driver meeting for all trail leaders provided by Thursday July 18 6:00 - 8:00 & 4:00 - 6:00 Twin Peaks Lodge 6:00pm - 8:00pm - FJ Summit HQ • Late registration continues • Catered dinner provided by 6:30am - 5:00pm -- Various Locations • Trail runs begin! • Always remember to Stay The Trail and Pack out • Camel Trophy Presentation by Bill Burke of BB4WA what you Pack In! • Have fun and be safe! 8:00pm - 9:00pm - FJ Summit HQ 4:00pm - 6:00pm - FJ Summit HQ • Mandatory Driver meeting for all trail leaders • Summit Store Open! Get Your Official Summit Gear and Raffle Tickets! 4:00pm - 10:00pm - FJ Summit HQ • Visit with over 20 product and service vendors, check out display trucks of multiple vintages and enjoy a beverage at the cash bar. Photo by Chris the Ogre Friday July 19 6:00 - 8:00 Twin Peaks Lodge 7:00pm Attend the Metal Tech Party at the • Info booth open Ouray Historic Hotel and Saloon 6:30am - 5:00pm -- Various Locations • Open to all ages • Trail runs continue! • Free pint glasses to the first 300 people • Always remember to be nice to others on the trails (even if they’re in a Jeep) • Free Total Chaos T-Shirts to the first 75 guests • Have fun and be safe! • Guest of honor - Bryan Stordahl - Byan is living with cancer and will be joining us in Ouray running trails 4:00pm - 6:00pm - FJ Summit HQ showing how he is LIVING with cancer. He is an in- spiration to everyone who meets him. Join us as we • Summit Store Open! Get Your Official Summit Gear honor his strength as he sends a message to every- and Raffle Tickets! one out there who has been touched by cancer. 5:00pm - LATE - All Over Town • Join the party in Ouray. Enjoy dinner in town and support local businesses. Saturday July 20 6:00 - 8:00 Twin Peaks Lodge 6:00pm - 8:00pm - FJ Summit HQ • Info booth open • Catered dinner provided by 6:30am - 5:00pm -- Various Locations • Trail runs continue! • Always remember proper trail etiquette • Have fun and be safe! 4:00pm - 6:00pm - FJ Summit HQ • Presentation by Baja 1000 and Baja 500 winning driver Joe Bacal! • Summit Store open - Last chance to get your official Summit gear and Raffle Tickets! 8:00pm - 10:00pm - FJ Summit HQ • Visit the product and service vendors, check out dis- play trucks of multiple vintages and enjoy a bever- • Win Awesome Prizes at the Legendary Raffle! age at the cash bar. Sunday July 22, 2012 6:00 - 8:00 Main Street, Ouray • Bring your truck to main street at 6:00am sharp for the annual group photo! • Pack up and head home! Drive safe and thanks for another unforgettable year! Photo by Dennis Lloyd TrailS Snapshot This year we’ve partnered with Way2Tread. com to bring you a first of it’s kind “RoutePlan- ner” map. This map is included with your reg- istration materials and includes information on all the trails in the area including all those we run during the FJ Summit as well as other interesting trails. The information on the RoutePlanner map matches that in the FunTreks Book that covers this area, as well as trail information freely available from www. TrailDamage.com. The RoutePlanner map is meant to be used with either of these resources for full and complete trail information. Color codes on the map match trail ratings described in this event guide, so please be cautious when attempting any trail beyond your comfort zone. **BINDING EDGE**BINDING EDGE* TM *BINDING EDGE**BINDING EDGE** WILDPEAK FALKEN TIRE OFF-ROAD RUBICON SWEEPSTAKES NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. A PURCHASE WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. Must be legal resident of the 50 United States (D.C.) 18 years or older and the age of majority in his/her state as of the start date. Sweepstakes ends 11/11/13. 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