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[paddi <seamstob@telusplanet.net>]

I am hosting a 100 mile ride on May 23.
I have clearly written on the ride announcement that dogs are welcome
but must be on leashs at all times. I have also added that all children
must be supervised at all times.
Riders are responsible for their dogs , crew and guests.
 Any violation of the above will result in the rider being disqualified.

I have not had any problems at any ride I have attended with dogs but I
have seen young children left in camp while mom and dad hit the trail to
do a quick 50.
I am not sure what would happen if the kids got hurt. Medical care can
not be given without parental consent.
 At one ride I was volunteering I found 3 kids under the age of 7 going
to the river for a swim....
I turned them arround and sent them back to camp. I shudder to think of
what  could have happened if I had not stopped them.The river was high
and fast.
For 2 of them the parents were both riding and the 3rd dad was crewing
and thought JR was safe with the other kids playing. He did not realize
they were alone unsupervised.
Paddi





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