Pacific
Northwest Motorsports Park (“PNWMP”) plans
to provide its members (who enter into the Membership
License Agreement with PNWMP with at least 20 days
per month of exclusive segmented track time as determined
by PNWMP management, allowing members and their guests
to practice their skills, play with their friends,
or entertain business associates with an exhilarating
track experience, at their own pace and on their
own schedule.
New members are required to
attend a Driver Orientation Seminar. This
will allow each new member to learn and understand
all the PNWMP rules and regulations and to familiarize
each member with the proper driver education.
All drivers and passengers must
sign a track release waiver prior to engaging in
any track related activities.
No one is to enter the track
area until permission is granted by the track Grid
Marshal. Please contact the track for the time
of the first session of the day.
PNWMP personnel or the Grid Marshal
will determine the run groups for each day.
Track direction is "clockwise" and
at no time is a driver permitted to drive counter-clockwise.
Speed limit is 15 mph on all
service roads and paddocks.
Dropping of Wheels /
Spins
If a driver drops two (2) wheels off the edge of
the track the driver must finish off the lap at a "cool
down" pace and return to the pit/paddock area. The
Grid Marshal, along with driver, will inspect the
vehicle for damage and determine if the car is in
a condition to return to the track.
If a driver drops all four (4)
wheels off track and/or spins the driver is required
to safely return to the track surface and continue
at a "cool down" pace to the pits/paddock
area to meet with the Grid Marshal.
For any spins that occur on the
track (even if you do not leave the track surface)
the driver is required to use caution while remaining
aware of other vehicles and return to the pits/paddock
area to meet with the Grid Marshal.
Note: Any driver who drops
two (2) or more wheels or spins three (3) times in
any one day will be deemed an "aggressive driver," and
accordingly, will be asked to park their car and
will not be allowed to drive for the rest of the
day.
If a driver has a mechanical
failure such as engine problems, oil/transmission/fuel
leaks, etc., he or she is required to pull off of
the track surface in a safe area
at his or her earliest convenience.
If a driver goes off track and
is unable to come back onto the track, he or she
is to remain in his or her safety belt. ALWAYS
STAY IN THE CAR WITH YOUR SAFETY BELTS SECURED. One
exception to this rule would be a car that was on fire.
Driver Conduct
Start the day with a vehicle inspection to be sure
it is in the proper operating condition.
Never enter the track without
the authorization of the Grid Marshal. The
Grid Marshal will find an open spot on the track
to allow you to enter safely.
Each time entering the track
the driver should start with a "warm up" lap(s). This
will allow time to get a feel for the car and its
conditions, i.e. brake pedal pressure, handling characteristics,
etc. This time will also allow the driver to
build up tire temperatures.
At the end of each session or
the lap prior to exiting the track the driver should
start a "cool down" lap. This is
for all of the vehicle’s components to cool
off as much as possible before it is parked in the
paddock. It is not good for a vehicle to
exit the track with high temperatures.
Each time a driver exits the
track for any reason, the driver should signal to
all other drivers his or her intention by holding
his or her arm clearly out the window (production
car) or above the roll bar (race car).
Safety Equipment
All drivers and passengers are required to use a
Snell approved helmet. SA2005 or later will
be permitted.
An SFI rated racing suit is required
for all race car drivers.
An SFI rated racing suit is recommended
for production car drivers. Long sleeved shirts,
long pants, and closed-toe shoes are the minimum
requirement.
Open cockpit cars including convertibles
must have a roll bar installed.
It is recommended that all vehicles
have a fire extinguisher securely mounted.
Passing Rules
Passing is permitted in designated areas with a point-by
from the driver. All drivers are required
to monitor their mirrors and as faster cars approach,
they are to stay on line and clearly point the
passing car by.
It is the responsibility of the
passing car to make a safe and clean pass and the
pass must be completed by the entry of the approaching
corner.
Passing is not allowed in any
corners.
Guest Rules
Members must be present for their guests
to be able to ride and/or drive.
Guests are permitted to ride as passengers in the
member's car.
Guests are only permitted to
drive a member's car provided that they meet all
PNWMP requirements and driver qualifications, including
those set forth herein and in the PNWMP Membership
License Agreement.
Authorized Guests will be permitted
to drive their own vehicle on the track at the normal
daily use fee per day, provided:
- the guest meets all requirements
and driver qualifications as specified in these
rules and in the Membership License Agreement;
and
- the guest pays a check ride
fee, and a reservation must be made for the check
ride.
Members are responsible for the
charges incurred by and the behavior of their guests. The
hosting member is responsible for the guest(s) use
of the club facilities and for the appropriate fees
being paid. Use of the club facilities by a
guest shall be in strict accordance with the policies
outlined herein.
Members are allowed to bring
driving guest(s) on member days. Guest(s) will
be allowed to participate in Touring Lights Sessions
only on a first come, first serve basis. All
medical and equipment requirements along with racecourse
rules and regulations must be met. The member
must be present and should register his or her guest(s)
at least one-week prior to the event. A member
may also allow guest(s) to “test drive” a
member’s teched vehicle in a Touring Lights
Session for a per session fee.
Vehicle Rentals
PNWMP plans to offer a range of vehicles
that can be rented on a per day basis.
Check-out Rides
Prior to driving a rental vehicle for the first time,
each member will be required to drive the course
with an instructor to ensure he or she can drive
the vehicle in a safe and controlled manner. Future
rentals of that vehicle will not require a check-out
ride. The cost for a check-out
ride for a Junior Member is $50.00. The
guest check-out ride cost is $100.00. Founder,
Corporate, and Diamond Members will receive their
check-out ride at no cost.
Private Instruction
Private instruction by highly qualified performance
drivers will be available to all members and their
guests at an additional charge.
Racecourse Rules
PNWMP expects the on-track behavior of members to
be above reproach. The requirement for members
to be allowed on course is to subscribe and adhere
to tenets of the 13/13 Rule in its entirety without
reservation. The 13/13 Rule states that if
you are “excused” from the rest of
the day’s activities, you may be placed on
probation for 13 months.
If you are involved in another
incident that causes damage to your car or anyone
else’s while on probation, your driving privileges
will be suspended for a further 13 months. The
placement of a member on the probation list will
be reported and distributed among member clubs and
all other driving clubs which respect the 13/13 rule. PNWMP
will receive regular updates of those individuals
who are placed on this list by other clubs and will
not allow access for those whose driving privileges
have been suspended by any member club. Any
member of PNWMP management or any of its authorized
agents may place a member on probation at any time. Any
member of PNWMP management or any of its authorized
agents may suspend any member’s driving privileges
at any time for conduct that, in their opinion, jeopardizes
the safety of the facility or other members. On-track
sessions will range from single Solo I exercises
(timed laps run one at a time) to sessions allowing
passing only in designated areas, up to and including
events open to competition cars under race conditions. The
13/13 Rule will be in effect at all times that the
track is open for use by members.
To participate in a Member Driving
Day event, a member must have signed a form:
1) Certifying that he/she has no known physical or
mental impairments that could jeopardize themselves
or others if he/she participates in Member Driving
Day events
and
2) Agreeing to abide by the Track Rules regarding
the conduct of the Member Driving Day events. Each
member of the member’s family who wishes to
drive must sign the form.
Member time on any of the racecourses will typically
be scheduled in 20 minute sessions. Once a member
completes one session on any member day, he or she
or it is liable for payment of all member fees associated
with that day. Only the Track Manager or his/her
authorized agent can cancel scheduled driving time
for inclement weather.
Session Classifications
for Use of the Racecourses
Touring Lights:
Touring Lights will consist of paced, speed restricted
track sessions that will allow open cars without
roll bars and other drivers who wish to experience
the thrill of driving briskly, but without the pressure
or distraction of overtaking or being overtaken. This
is the perfect venue for an “evening cruise” with
a child or loved one. Helmet use is optional
in closed cars, required in open cars. Lap
and shoulder belts are required. Long sleeved
shirts, long pants in natural fibers required. Closed
toed shoes required. Drivers must be 18 years
old and possess a valid driver's license with full
privileges. An excellent introduction and opportunity
to coach a minor or spouse in the fundamentals of
high performance driving before moving on to the
next level, Touring.
Touring:
Touring is a non-competitive venue for those who
wish to enjoy the higher speeds attainable in this
limited passing area session. Touring will serve
the small bore streetcars under 2.5L closed wheel
cars such as Miatas, Mini Coopers, Acura, Honda,
and smaller BMW sedans. This group will also
serve those big-bore drivers who prefer a moderate
speed group. Access to this group will be
at PNWMP’s discretion. Long sleeve shirts
and pants in natural fibers are required. Drivers
who have successfully completed several Touring
Events may be advanced to High Speed upon their
request and with management’s recommendation. A
majority of members are expected to utilize this
level of the club driving experience.
Open Wheel/Sports
Racer:
This group will include all formula cars, and sports
racers.
High Speed:
The High Speed group will include competition coupes
and large bore streetcars over 2.5L. Examples
include Mustangs, Vipers, Corvette's, BMW M models,
Porsche 911, “Stock Cars”, Porsche
Cup Cars, and Ferrari. High Speed allows competent,
experienced drivers to explore, in a controlled
environment, the limits of themselves and their
cars. High Speed is NOT a competitive environment
and passing under and in the corners is punishable
by exclusion from the club facilities. Advanced
group students and instructors from recognized
marquee clubs are likely to use this classification.
Equipment Requirements
for Membership Use:
Members MUST bring a technical inspection form to
the track on the Member Driving Day. Members
become exempt from this requirement when their cars
successfully pass PNWMP semi-annual Tech Inspection. Members
remain responsible for on-site inspection of their
vehicles.
Driver Requirements
for Passing Groups:
Drivers must be a least 18 years old and possess
a valid driver's license with full privileges. Drivers
must show one of the following to participate in
these groups; Approved competition license, proof
of completion of a least one approved professional
and/or recognized marquee club school, or PNWMP Club
school.
Safety Requirements
for Passing Groups:
Passengers are permitted with proper clothing, approved
helmet, and the car must be equipped with required
safety equipment below. Lap and shoulder belts
required for all drivers with passengers in closed
cars. Passengers must be 18 years of age. Convertibles
must have approved or recognized roll bar. Competition
prepared convertibles must have 5 or 6 point harnesses. Aftermarket
harness must have anti-submarine strap. No 4-point
harness in any car in any class. Arm restraints
are optional, but highly recommended. Snell
2000 helmets are required. Fullface helmet
is required for convertibles. Competition cars
must meet safety standards established by the sanctioning
body that they hold a logbook for. (i.e. SCCA, SVRA,
NASA, SCCS, etc.) Long sleeved shirts, long pants
in natural fibers, and closed toed shoes are required. Leather
or Nomex shoes are recommended. One-piece SFI
or FIA rated drivers suit with minimum of two layers
recommended. Passing will be in designated
areas only.
Supplementals for
Motorcycles and Karts:
While it is envisioned that a majority of the members
that wish to drive on a race course shall do so in
either street or competition automobiles, designated
days will be scheduled in advance by the Track Manager
for those members who desire to ride motorcycles
or drive recognized classes of karts. Alternating
sessions will be provided so like motorcycles and
riders experience may be accommodated. The
division shall be primarily based on engine displacement
(i.e. 250 to 600, 750 to 1200cc.) A division
may be made to allow for novice and experienced riders
to enjoy separate sessions if demand warrants. Members
desiring use of the racecourse for motorcycles or
karts should petition the Track Manager for designated
days so the maximum number of members with similar
interests may be accommodated. All motorcycle
participants shall be at least 18 years old and hold
a current driver’s license with the appropriate
motorcycle endorsement. Helmets must be worn,
with additional gear recommended for advanced riders. If
a rider is observed “showing off” or
in any way is deemed to be riding in a reckless or
unsafe manner, that rider will be removed from the
course and from the facility at the sole discretion
of the Track Manager or his designated agent. If
there is an incident that results in the motorcycle “going
down” or otherwise leaving the paved surface
of the racecourse, the rider will be placed on probation
concurrent with the 13/13 Rule outlined previously. If
there is an incident involving a rider under probation,
racecourse privileges will be suspended concurrent
with the 13/13 Rule outlined previously.
Short-term garage rentals, as
available, shall be available on a first come, first
served basis to licensed drivers only. Priority
will be determined by membership type for those members
who are put on a waiting list.
Tentative schedules of member
track time will be posted in the Lounge/Bar, at least
two months in advance. Members must make reservations
with the Track Manager’s office for sessions
they plan on participating in by submitting their
completed registration form and all required fees. Reservations
will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis. If
there are insufficient participant reservations to
warrant holding any given session, the Track Manager
may eliminate that session.
Registering Complaints
Members who wish to officially register a complaint
should transmit the same in writing to the Club
Manager, Track Manager or Director of Motorsports
Activities. The Club Manager, Track Manager
or Director of Motorsports Activities are required
to call to the attention of members or guests any
violation of track or club rules or misconduct.
Children
Parents shall be responsible for and supervise the
conduct of their children while on the club premises.
Pets
No pets shall be permitted in the clubhouse or at
the pool at any time. Pets must be on a leash
at all times if brought on the club grounds and
owners are responsible for cleaning up after them.
Noise
No loud or objectionable music is allowed on the
club grounds.
Advertising
No automobile or motorcycle advertising will be allowed
on vehicles at or on the track that conflict with
PNWMP’s marketing activities or its sponsorship
agreements.
Liability
PNWMP will not be responsible for any loss or damage
to personal property of members or guests. As
a matter of policy, all members and guests, persons
and invitees shall be required to sign a PNWMP standard
waiver of liability to enter upon the grounds. Similarly,
waivers must be signed for all children, whether
guest’s or member’s offspring, by the
child’s legal guardian or parent.
Parking
Designated parking lots are available for the convenience
of the members and their guests. Members
and their guests shall park their cars and/or golf
carts in the parking areas provided and within
the spaces marked on the pavement, so as not to
block the entrance and exit lanes or take up more
than one parking spot. Vehicles parked in
fire lanes or blocking access will be towed at
its owner’s expense. The parking will
be the best available as rules specific to a given
event will allow.
Golf Carts
Members are responsible for the security, repair
and replacement if lost, damaged or stolen, of
a club golf cart once it is rented and delivered
to the member, whether used by the member, any
family member or guest. Golf carts must be
returned by dark and shall be parked in designated
areas. Golf carts shall be available on a
first come first served basis to licensed drivers
only.
Dress
Members and their guests at the club are expected
to dress in good taste at all times and dress codes
may be put in place for specific events. Driving
attire is allowed in the Lounge/Bar on member driving
days only.
Food
No food may be consumed on the club premises unless
purchased from the club.
Alcohol
PNWMP is committed to “Responsible Alcohol Management”. The
club reserves the right to refuse service of alcoholic
beverages in its sole discretion. No alcohol
may be consumed on the club premises unless purchased
from the club. The club for all events must
supply all beer, wine, and alcoholic beverages. No
alcoholic beverages shall be sold, possessed or consumed
upon the club premises by anyone less than 21 years
of age. No alcohol will be served to anyone
who appears to be intoxicated. Hosts are expected
to help enforce this policy. The Oregon liquor
laws shall be strictly enforced.
Controlled Substances
No controlled substances shall be sold, possessed
or consumed on the club premises. Violators
will be subject to expulsion and possible prosecution
if detected.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted on the club grounds outside
the designated areas.
Private Parties
Use of the club facilities is intended primarily
for the personal entertainment of members. Personal
entertainment shall mean entertainment solely by
and at the sole expense of the member or members. A
member may reserve the club. Reservations by members
desiring to make use of the club or trackside facilities
for private entertainment must be approved by the
club manager or by his designated agent.
Requests to close the club for
private parties or dinners will be made to the club
manager or his designated agent. Notice will
be given to members at least two weeks in advance
of any closure. Permission will not be granted for
any time coinciding with a Lounge/Bar spectator event
or during a universally popular weekend.
Club or trackside facilities
may be made available for use by clubs and other
organizations. Such usage shall be sponsored
by a member or members and requires the approval
of the club manager.
Members will be allowed the use
of the clubhouse when constructed with no room charge.
Non-members with a member sponsor will be charged
a $5.00 per person facilities charge with a $25.00
minimum. Non-members cannot use facilities
of the club unless accompanied by a member.
Special parties, dances, buffets,
suppers, events, etc. will be arranged from time
to time. Orders from the regular menu may not
be accepted when buffets or special events are in
progress.
Catering will also be made available
upon request.
Gratuities/Service Charges
All charges must be signed by a member with a recognized,
valid credit card held on file. All food
and beverage charges are subject to 18% service
charge and the prevailing sales tax (if applicable).
Swimming Pool Rules
The pool, when completed, will be open daily, weather
and daylight permitting, to be announced. There
will be a fee for guest(s). Children under
14 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult
at all times. Parents shall be directly and
completely responsible for all actions of their
children and their guests on the premises. Anyone
using the pool and its facilities at any time does
so at their own risk. Swimming attire is
restricted to the pool area. Running, shoving,
rough behavior, horseplay and any personal conduct
endangering the safety of self and others is not
permitted. Swimming, jumping or hanging on
the slide is not allowed. Only unbreakable
containers are allowed in the pool area. All
food and alcoholic beverages must be consumed inside
the designated areas. There will be no lifeguards. Swimming
will be at the member’s and their guest’s
own risk! Swimming pool rules will be posted
at the facility and may change at any time.
Fitness Complex
When exercising, everyone, including
guests, must sign in, in the fitness complex office. No
bathing suits of any kind are to be worn in the
fitness complex. Members who bring guests
are responsible for seeing that their guests abide
by all regulations. There will be a daily
fee for guests. No one under the age of 18
is allowed in the exercise room unless accompanied
by an adult. No food is permitted in the
Fitness Complex. Any special rules concerning
the Fitness Complex will be posted at the appropriate
time.
Playground & Children’s
Activities
From time to time, and especially during major events
and school vacation periods, children’s activities
may be scheduled for members’ children and/or
grandchildren. Certain activities and services
may incur a fee, may include meals and may require
a consent form to be signed by the child’s
parent or legal guardian.
Note: Track and Club Rules
are subject to change without notice.
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