Family DIRT

A Blast in the Desert

November 5-7, 2021

What is Family DIRT?

Come experience Family DIRT Hume’s off-road event for the whole family. Bring your toys, RVs, and family members, to the Mojave Desert south of Ridgecrest for an unforgettable weekend of amazing riding, fantastic food, a challenging speaker, prizes, and giveaways. Our camping/riding area has something for everyone, with a wide variety of terrain for all ages and skill levels.

F.A.Q.s

Overview

How much is it? Check out the pricing below.
When do I have to register by? You can register any time. There is no cutoff date.
How old do you have to be to attend? There is no minimum age, but a parent/guardian is required and responsible for any minors under their care at all times.
When does it start and end? The event begins with check-in on Friday at 3:00 PM and we’ll shut down on Sunday at 10:00 AM. However, feel free to come earlier and stay later.
How many meals are provided? We will be providing 3 meals and a couple of snack times. Please bring your own food for lunch on the trail on Saturday. You can also ride to Randsburg for a hot meal and milkshakes.
Can I bring alcohol? No. This is a non-alcohol event.
Will there be prizes? You bet.
Will I have a good time? Oh yeah!
What should I bring? Your own accommodations, something to ride, tools, riding gear, helmet, goggles, cell phone, clothes, jacket, flash light, toiletries, lawn chair, snacks, something for lunch on Saturday, firewood, fuel, oils, family, your appetite, and a sense of adventure.

Location/Directions

Where? BLM Ridgecrest/Mojave (map). Located about 3.5 hours from Fresno, 2.5 hours from Los Angeles, and under 4 hours from San Diego.
Where will we be camping? We will be camping in the Prospectors Camp Site located between Searles Rd. and Trona Rd. near the Red Mountain riding area. The GPS coordinates are N35.484767, W117.625833. Download a directions map.
Driving directions:
- From the North take HWY 99 South to HWY 58 East to HWY 14 North East. Take Garlock road to HWY 395. Take a right on Searles Station CTF. Follow the signs to our campsite on the right-hand side.
- From the South take HWY15 to HWY 395. Take a right on Searles Station CTF. Follow the signs to our campsite on the right-hand side.
What’s the terrain like? A bit of everything! There are roads, trails, washes, open desert, single track, and hill climbs.
What’s the weather going to be like? We don’t know, but you can check online. Be prepared for cold evenings and possible blowing sand.

Camping and Riding

Do I need to bring my own RV/sleeping accommodations?
Yes. You are responsible to provide your own housing.
Do I need to reserve a RV spot?
You do need to register for the event, but there are no designated spots. Just come out and pick a spot near our meeting and kitchen area.
Will there be RV hook-ups?
No. We’ll be dry camping in the desert.
Will there be port-a-potties?
Yes.
Can I rough it in a tent?
Yes, but it can get cold and very windy. If the wind kicks up, it could blow your tent over!
Do I need to bring my own ride?
Yes, we will not be providing any vehicles to use or rent.
Is this open to all forms of off-road vehicle?
Yes, bring whatever you’ve got. It’s for motorcycles, quads, buggies, 4x4s, and more.
Does my ride need to be registered?
Yes, all vehicles must be registered with a current green or red OHV sticker and all quad must have flags.
What happens if my vehicle breaks?
You are responsible to repair your own vehicles. Be prepared and bring tools (or a friend that has tools.)
What happens if I get hurt?
You are responsible for all risk and liability while you are riding. We suggest riding with a cell phone to be able to dial 911 in case of a medical emergency.

Registration

How do I make sure I get my free DIRT T-Shirt? In order to receive your free D.I.R.T. T-shirt, you must register before October 18, 2021. Registration will still be open until the event starts, but we cannot guarantee you will get a shirt.
What if something comes up and I have to cancel? If you need to discuss cancelling your registration, please email our Registration Team or call us at 559-305-7788.
Who do I contact if I still have some questions? Contact Jason Andrews at jandrews@humelake.org or 559-305-7784.