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Green River Rally, Swell Retreat and fall jamboree planning move forward; permits in progress
Summary
Organizers told the committee that the Green River Rally could approach permit limits after a pending announcement, while plans for a combined Swell Retreat/jamboree in September are proceeding with BLM coordination and mixed desert/mountain routes; committee discussed local lodging and volunteer guide needs.
Organizers updated the Emery County Trails Committee that the Green River Rally is gaining momentum and could reach past attendance levels if a planned announcement sells remaining spots. A presenter (Speaker 13) said attendance is currently in the hundreds and that permit caps per ride and an overall permit limit (historically near 400) shape logistics.
Separately, members described plans to revive the Swell Retreat and combine it with a jamboree in September. Permitting is underway with the BLM for multiple desert and mountain routes; organizers said the event will use a mix of private land and BLM routes and that existing OHV tour permits may be amended to cover additional segments rather than issuing an entirely new permit.
Committee members stressed the economic aim of encouraging visitors to stay in town—coordinating meals and lodging with local businesses—and discussed options for trailers, ride staging, and social events at a retreat site. Volunteers and guides were invited; county staff said event registration and camping options will be managed through the county’s event-registration system.
Next steps: organizers will complete BLM permitting and post event information on social channels; volunteers were asked to help with guiding and event operations.
