| Action | T Minus | Deadline |
| Choose dates for attendance | 1 Year | July, 2001 |
| Pre-register | 6 Months | February, 2002 |
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Choose lodging, |
4 Months | April 30, 2002 |
| Make final caravan arrangements Plan route, stops, lodging along the way Choose events |
3 Months | June 30, 2002 |
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Submit electronic registration form, |
July 20, 2002 | |
| Complete High-altitude truck preparations | 1 Month | July 15, 2002 |
| Obtain all spare parts | ||
| Acquire all camping, clothing, 4x4 gear | ||
| Final vehicle inspection | 2 Week | August 1, 2002 |
| Pack the truck | 1 Day | |
| Fix whatever just broke on the truck | 0 Day | |
| Check the weather | 0 Day | |
| Ouray or Bust! | 0 Day |