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Show 7 THE FORUM April 6, 2005 Sm Hi Moab mhi to Safari Lures 4-Whee- lers April Mackay Staff Writer The 2005 Moab Jeep Safari was successful for the 39th year in a row. The Jeep Safari took is; tHfc sf S four-wheeli- cTy sj .e I1 5t " B :t rr)s- g fii Vi t Ul i.Sr t. 19-2- in the 7 heart of Moabs desert. This annual event before Easter Sunday attracts thousands to experience the thrill of it U j place March red-roc- k ' - 4iiiii tfV .. ng ? four-wheelin- The safari g. not only provides excitement s, for those with but for spectators too. Moab is my favorite vacationing spot: not only am but I can I able to four-wheNational go hiking at Arches Park, rafting down the Colorado River, mountain biking and even rock climbing, said Tyler Carlsen, 19, a enthusiast. Once again the Jeep Safari offered numerous guided trail runs for those who would prefer a guide when four-wheeler- .t t ' . i i 8!1 f li a ! f- W j - sff 'IllU V? 3 -- e vt ifi-J. ?S-'lSl- el - 4 i 1 mls f3slisfi bTff, if ? four-wheeli- ng 'H ?, iV v - 5 ? 1 ( !!- - L r 1 i F These trail guides assist individuals with obstacles and i ' help the ' Mitjf ?' f - )f ' 'hi?'?" 4 - ,j- - on a trail. four-wheeli- ng j!r four-wheele- rs maneuver through the rough terrain with little or no body damage to their vehicle. These trail runs range in difficulty from one to five. Trails rated a five often require two locking differen ce 39th annual Moab Jeep Safari held April 26 attracted thousands rials, and a winch is recommended. Many of these trails cause damage to parts or to the vehicle. Not even these kinds of d warnings keep the from driving the rough terrain. through In addition to the trail guides, the Jeep Safari hosted a raffle drawing on Frida)7. The raffle drawings are so popular that more and more die-har- four-wheele- rs of people looking for a sponsors are contributing to the prize selection. This year alone the raffle gave away over $128,000 in prizes. The prizes range from a $4,500 dana-6- 0 axle to $100 gift certificates. This years Jeep Safari encountered some interesting weather. Throughout the week there were wind gusts with scattered showers. Likewise, Friday brought not thrill. only the wind and showers, but six inches of snow. The snow caused dangerous road conditions and the who were rough-neckecamping in tents did not get much sleep that night. For Carlsen, the snow brought wet conditions inside the tent as well. Despite the snowy conditions, he says the trip was well worth the bad weather.c rs |