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CLOUD 9 RaNchCLUB, Inc.

Rules & FACILITIES

Revised 7/1/2009

Photography by: Fernita Harmon


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July 18, 2009

Dear Owners,

The recreational facilities and campground amenities here at Cloud9 Ranch Club, Inc., are designed for the enjoyment, convenienceand entertainment of Ranch Owners and their guests. As with anysocial organization, rules are necessary and designed to safeguardthe individual rights of each Owner. A description of our facilities isalso included so each of you may attain the maximum enjoymentand use of all Cloud 9 Ranch has to offer.

It is the responsibility of the Board of Directors to establish these

rules and set applicable fees as necessary. A current Fee Schedulemay be obtained at various locations on the Ranch or visit ourofficial website and print a copy (www.cloud9ranchclub.com).

In an effort to produce a more concise and readable product, thisRulebook has been redesigned with that in mind. Whether you area new Owner, or have been here since Cloud 9 Ranch wasestablished, we recommend your taking the time to read throughthis REVISED (7/1/2009)* set of rules and directives.

Thank you,

BOARD OF DIRECTORSCloud 9 Ranch Club, Inc.

*Any Rule Book revisions prior to this date are replaced and no longer ineffect.

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INDEXSECTION PAGE

1. Who may camp on Cloud 9 Ranch .. 42. Registration Procedures ......... 53. Campground Occupancy Information.. 64. General Campground Rules & Etiquette .. 75. Amenities/Facilities ................... 86. Horses/Stables .............................. 107. Fishing .......................................... 118. Hunting/Firearms ........................... 129. Hiking/Cave Exploring .................... 1310. Speed Limits/Vehicular Safety ........ 13

11. Pets ............................................. 1412. Use of Motorized Off-Road Vehicles .. 1513. Storage Compounds ..................... 1714. Fire Protection .............................. 1715. Protection of Stream Beds ............. 1816. Parking (Clubhouse, Restaurant, Trading Post) 1817. Mail (Outgoing and Incoming) ....... 1818. Interference with Quiet Enjoyment ..

1819. Extended Use of Camping Facilities .. 1820. Alcohol/Smoking 1921. Other Miscellaneous Rules ............ 1921. Rule Changes and Modifications .... 1922. Violation of Rules ......................... 19Addendum . 20Contact Information . 21

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1. WHO MAY CAMP AT CLOUD 9 RANCH.

A. Owner in good standing listed on a Deed to an undivided interest in Cloud 9 Ranch.

B. Associate (no entry fee) defined as an individual NOT LISTED ON OWNERS DEED but

declared by Owner as a spouse, significant other, and/or unmarried children 21years ofage and under residing with at least one (1) Owner. Declaration of Associate Owner(s)must be filed in the Ranch Office on an annual basis (prior to first visit each year).Exception: Owner does not have to declare spouse and/or child(ren) each year.

Effective April 1, 2009, the following Non-Owner Guest definitions and length of visitlimitations are:

C. Immediate Family defined as certain relatives (not designated as an Associate defined

above):Son or daughter (step included) & spouse (if married)**Grandchildren (step included)**Parents (step included)

Grandparents (step included)

Limited to seven (7) days maximum stayper visitwith three (3) non-consecutive visits percalendar year and subject to a weekly flat fee per person per visit.

D. Guest defined as all other non-owners not listed above.

Limited to seven (7) days maximum stayper visitwith two (2) non-consecutive visits percalendar year and subject to the applicable per-day per person guest fee.

The following regulations apply:

E. Guest Fee: See Current Fee Schedule. **No weekly or daily fee will be charged

for immediate family (as defined) or guests (as defined) who are under the ageof 18 years. All guests 18 years of age and over will be charged the applicablefee.EXEMPTION: Upon Owners request, an exemption to the current guest fee will beimplemented at the Gatehouse for guests who visit Ranch Owners for a short period oftime (not to exceed 3 hours in a 7-day period). Guest is required to pay guest fee whensigining in. Upon guest exiting the Ranch within the 3-hour limitation from the time ofarrival, guest fee will be refunded. No ATV registrations are allowed for guests using thisexemption. Each visit under this exemption will count toward the limitations of guest visitsfor the calendar year (See Section1.C & D).F. Notification: Owner is required to give notification to the Gatehouse at least 24 hoursin advance of all Guest arrivals.(Addition to present rule) Owner is not allowed to reserve a pad for a guest prior toarrival (See Section 3.H.) Upon arrival of a guest, owner must be present and state whattype of guest non-owners are and length of stay. (See definitions and limitations in above).G. Pad Limitations for Non-Owner Guests: Defined as any Guest age 18 and overoccupying a separate pad location than Owner. Owner limited to one pad at a time forguest occupancy (unless approved in writing by Ranch Management). Owner is allowedtwelve (12) pad Guests per year with each guest allowed two (2) non-consecutive visitsper calendar year.

H. EXCLUSION: On the 3 to 5 days before and after Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor

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Day holiday weekends (designated by Ranch Manager for each holiday) Owner is allowedonly one (1) pad location (no guest pads). During the designated holiday dates, Ownermay have a maximum twelve (12) persons (of any age) on personal pad.

I. Special Consideration: FOR SPECIAL WAIVERS IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES(grandchildren under 18 years of age residing in grandparents RV who wish to extendtheir stay beyond limitations in Paragraph C, family reunions, large gatherings,retreats, need for caretaker, etc.), OWNER IS REQUIRED TO PRESENT IN WRITING A

DOCUMENTED REQUEST TO RANCH MANAGER AS SOON AS POSSIBLE PRIOR TO THESCHEDULED EVENT, REQUESTING CONSIDERATION FOR ANY EXCEPTION TO THEABOVE GUEST PRIVILEGES. UPON APPROVAL, RANCH MANAGER WILL GRANT ANEXCEPTION IN WRITING TO OWNER.(Addition to present rule)Sponsoring Owner/Associate must be registered on the Ranch and present at theGatehouse for registration of a Non-Owner. Owner must remain registered and on theRanch at all times a Non-Owner guest is on the Ranch (No Exceptions). Owner muststate what type of guest non-owner is and length of non-owners stay (See definitionsand limitations in Section 1.)

J. Rental Limitations: For immediate family/guest limitations on rental units, see

Section 3-I.NOTICE

OWNER/ASSOCIATE IS REQUIRED TO BE REGISTERED AND ON THE RANCH AT ALLTIMES A GUEST IS REGISTERED. All persons on the Ranch complex must abide bythe rules set forth herein and/or posted. Owner is responsible for all warnings,fines and/or suspensions of any Associate or Guest. All violations will remain inOwners membership file for a period of twenty-four (24) months from date ofviolation.

2. REGISTRATION PROCEDURES. A Gatehouse located at the entrance to the Ranchcomplex is staffed 24 hours a day. To insure accurate records and security purposes, reportingall arrivals/departures at the Gatehouse is required in the following manner:

OWNER/ASSOCIATE CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT:Step 1: For all persons age 18 or over in vehicle, present ownership ID# and/or validDriver License/picture ID upon arrival at the Gatehouse. All fees must be current.Gatehouse staff does not have the authority to adjust an account balance and isrequired to collect outstanding fees on Owner accounts. Owner must pay amountstated; if disputed, contact Ranch Office for clarification and refund. Upon payment ofoutstanding fees and proper identification, Owner will be registered and admitted toRanch complex.

Step 2: It is Owners responsibility to verify campground and pad location to Gatehousewithin two (2) hours of arrival at pad location.

* If renting a Ranch unit, Gatehouse will advise where rental unit is located. Proceed toyour assigned rental location.

* If RV is pulled from the compound by a hauler, verify with Gatehouse where RV islocated.

* If pulling your own RV, proceed to a campground and choose a pad location. Ifassistance in locating a campsite is needed, notify Gatehouse and request Rangerassistance.

If relocating to other campsites during a stay, Owner is required to notify Gatehouse of

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any changes in pad location within 2 hours.

Step 3: When exiting the Ranch, all Owners/Guests must stop and advise Gatehouseattendant on duty if (a) checking out, (b) on an applicable leave, or (c ) returning tothe Ranch that day. If checking out, Owner must complete check-out card and returnit to the attendant.

NON-OWNER CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT:

Step 1: Owner is required to notify Gatehouse 24 hours in advance of any Non-Ownersexpected arrival. This includes Non-Owners arriving with Owner. SponsoringOwner/Associate must be registered on the Ranch and present at the Gatehouse forregistration of a Non-Owner. Owner must remain registered and on the Ranch at all timesa Non-Owner guest is on the Ranch (No Exceptions). Owner must state what type ofguest non-owner is and length of non-owners stay (See definitions and limitations inSection 1.)

Step 2: All persons age 18 and over must present a valid Driver License or picture ID toGatehouse attendant.

Step 3: Non-Owner fees are assessed and payable at registration. Any unpaid guest feesaccrued by a guest over the amount assessed at registration will be charged to Owners

account.

Step 4: All Non-owners must follow Ranch rules in the same manner as an Owner,including stopping at the Gatehouse when entering and exiting the Ranch complex.

3. CAMPSITE OCCUPANCY INFORMATION. The entire Ranch complex and property(6,358 acres) is designed for use by Owners for camping and outdoor recreational activities,with the exception of certain restricted areas used for management and maintenance of theRanchs buildings, assets and amenities. Full hook-ups are available in six separatecampgrounds: Lonesome Pine, Fogey Hollow, Melody Lane, and Powder Mill; Wilder I & II isconsidered one campground; Hill Country & Annex is considered one campground. LonesomePine is equipped with all 50 amp electrical service, while the other campgrounds are mainly 30amp electrical service with a few 50 amp boxes in each campground. Rangers and Camphostswill assist if special needs are required for a pad location. Owners have no limitation as to theduration of any stay on the Ranch. However, there are limitations as to the length of stay on apad location. The following is a list of general information concerning campsite occupancyregulations:

A. 30 Day Pad Occupancy: Most pad locations in each campground are specified as 30day pads. Owner is required to vacate and move all equipment every thirty (30) days to adifferent campground, regardless of the number of memberships owned, and may notreturn to the previous campground for a period of four days. Owner may not occupy thesame pad location between October 1st and the 3rd Monday of September the followingyear. The only exception involves vacating a pad and leaving the Ranch for a minimum of96 hours (checking out). Owner may then return to a previous pad location during thetime specified above. The maximum leave time is seventy-two (72) hours, unlessapproved in writing by Ranch Management.

B. Extended Usage Campsites (60 Day Pad Occupancy): In an effort to enable an Ownerto leave their RV on a pad location when checked out and off the Ranch longer than the72-hour leave limitation, the Ranch has established 53 pad locations for extended usage(listed below). There is no limitation to the number of days an RV parked on these padlocations may be left unattended. On the 60th day of occupancy, however, Owner mustmake arrangements for the RV to be moved regardless of the number membershipsowned. Owner exercising the right to leave an RV unoccupied on an extended usage pad,agrees to the following:

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*No extended leave between 5 days before and 5 days after any of the three summerholiday weekends.*An additional usage fee of $2.00 per day will be assessed after the initial 72 hoursafter check-out.

Extended usage pads have bright orange paint markings on the electrical box. Thenumber of 60 Day pads and their pad number in the following campgrounds are:

* FOGEY HOLLOW (13): Pad # 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 38, 39, 40

* LONESOME PINE (14): Pad # 9, 11, 13, 34, 36, 42, 49, 51, 65, 66, 67, 155, 156, 158* HILL COUNTRY (12): Pad # 13, 33, 61, 64, 68, 76, 84, 93, 117, 119, 120, 121, 122* POWDER MILL (14): Pad # 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 67, 69, 70, 71, 72

C. Winter No-Move Occupancy: Owners who choose to stay on the Ranch and occupy apad location throughout the winter months (from October 1st through April 15th of thefollowing year) may occupy a pad in one of the two campgrounds designated for winteruse, Hill Country or Powder Mill. If an Owner occupies a pad location in either of these twocampgrounds on October 1st and has not exceeded their 30 day usage of that pad, theymay remain on that pad until April 15th of the following year, or at a time designated byRanch Management. A maximum 20-day leave rule applies to all Winter No-Move pads.

D. Only one (1) RV unit may occupy a pad campsite. Rear wheels of the unit must be on

the concrete pad and unit must be in the same direction as the pad unless approvedin writing by Ranch Management. Spot RV, tent and vehicles in a manner that doesnot interfere with adjoining pad locations or pose safety concerns in the campground.

Transportation vehicles and one (1) flatbed trailer are permitted on a campsite (noenclosed cargo trailers). Occupancy at any pad location/campsite is limited to amaximum of twelve (12) persons unless stated otherwise herein (See Rentallimitations, Section I below).

E. An RV unit removed from a compound may not be placed on a pad more than 12hours prior to occupancy by an Owner and must be returned to a compound the dayOwner checks out, unless approved in writing by Ranch Management.

F. Tent Camping . Tents are allowed on all 30-day pads, as well as any of the primitiveareas.

G. Once RV is parked on a pad, Owner/Associates is required to occupy RV for aminimum of 24 hours before taking leave. Leave from a 30-day pad may then be takenfor a period not to exceed 72 hours (no limit on length of leave on 60-day pads Section3(B)). All leave starts at Midnight on the day you leave. Penalty: Violation of anypart of this Rule will result in a $25 per day penalty fee assessed against Ownerfor each day or part of a day Owner does not occupy or is late returning from ascheduled leave.

H. Reserving Pad Locations: Campsites are on a first-come, first-serve basis andreserving of a pad for an unregistered Owner is prohibited. However, if a registeredOwner on a pad locates an unoccupied campsite and desires to move to that campsite, achair may be placed on the concrete pad for a maximum of two (2) hours for thespecific purpose of providing Owner time to move to that pad location. This option isrestricted for use by an Owner already registered on a pad location wishing to move toanother location ONLY.

I. Rental Unit Restrictions: When Immediate Family guest(s) come in a group (maximumof four (4) adults age 18 and over), and occupy a Ranch rental unit, the Immediate Familyflat fee per person (18 and over) will be assessed, plus the normal rental fee for therental unit. Limit of stay will be seven (7) days.

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4. CAMPGROUND RULES AND ETIQUETTE. For enforcement and clarification of any rulesfor campground etiquette and behavior, contact Camphost or Ranch Ranger for furtherinformation.

A. Notify Camphost and/or Rangers immediately of any problems with water, electrical orsewage hook-ups.

B. Sanitation System Hook-up: Sewer hookup must be sealed with sewer rings, donuts or

a screw-in sealing device. Sewer hose must not extend down in the sewer pipe to avoidblockage of the flow from upstream RVs. All RV and campsite sewer connections must becapped before units are moved.

C. Stage Stop (restroom/bathhouse) facilities are located in all campgrounds. Handicapaccessible facilities are located in Lonesome Pine and Wilder campgrounds. Notify aCamphost or Ranger of any Stage Stop needing attention.

D. Dispose of all trash/garbage/broken glass in dumpster receptacles provided at theentrance of campgrounds. Recycle bins for aluminum cans are located next to eachdumpster in campgrounds.

E. Do not cut, destroy or damage trees, shrubs, or pollute any streams, ponds, or other

natural features in campgrounds.

F. Fires: Grills and off/ground burn pits with small, contained fires are permitted at allcampsites. On-ground campfires are restricted to authorized fire rings ONLY. All firesmust be attended at all times by an adult (18/over). Completely extinguish any firebefore leaving it and do not dispose of hot coals in paper or plastic containers.Immediately notify Camphost or Ranger of any unauthorized fires or dangerous burningpractices. BURN BAN ORDERS MAY BE IN EFFECT DURING EXTREMELY DRYPERIODS AT THE SOLE DISCRETION OF RANCH MANAGEMENT.

G. Effective April 30, 2009, a mat not to exceed 9 x 12 (108 square feet) may be placedat the entry door of your RV unit.

H. Permanent fixtures erected at a campsite are prohibited.

I. Clotheslines are permitted if attached to a RV unit/tent (only).

J. Follow all rules pertaining to pets (See Section #11).

K. Quiet hours in all campgrounds from 12:00 a.m. until 6:00 a.m., including weekendsand holidays.

L. Keep campsite free of unsightly accumulations, leaving it clean and natural for thenext camper.

M. ALL TRAFFIC restricted to 10 MPH in ALL campgrounds (See Section 10 for other speedlimits).

N. Driving across or parking on other pads/campsites, underground water and electricallines in all

campgrounds is strictly prohibited. Most lines are located behind and between campsiteswith the exception of several drive-thru pads located in Lonesome Pine campground (Pads#57 through #64; and #107 through #120) marked with yellow paint on electrical post.

O. Common Area of the Perimeter Campsites: Common areas are intended to be used byall Owners.

In the areas behind pads where authorized firerings are located, tents, hammocks, screen

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rooms, or any other items that restrict usage by other Owners is strictly prohibited.

P. Vandalism: Anyone caught performing random acts of vandalism, at the discretion ofRanch

Management, responsible Owner shall be assessed the cost of repair of damages, plusthat amount again as a fine placed upon those causing damage to Ranch property. Reportimmediately to a Ranger any suspected vandalism or defacement of buildings or property.

5. AMENITIES/FACILITIES. The Ranch offers a variety of amenities/facilities for Owners,Associates and guests. The Ranchs weekly newsletter (9-Lines) posts hours of operation forall facilities and weekly activities on the Ranch. The 9Lines is available from your Camphost,Gatehouse or Ranch Office. Most facilities have POSTED RULES that may change fromtime-to-time. Please read them often when at the facilities. The following is anoverview of many of the Ranchs amenities/facilities:

Outdoor family activities free of charge to Owners and guests around the main complex atthe Ranch:

Miniature Golf Horseshoe Pitching ShuffleboardPlaygrounds Tennis Courts Basketball CourtsVolleyball Tether Ball Softball

See 9 Lines for scheduled activities, or try them out on your own. Check with RangersStation for further information on any of the activities or to check out equipment.

ADULT CLUBHOUSE: The Clubhouse offers pool tables, card tables, fireplace, Wi-Fiinternet access, satellite TV, mini-kitchen, book exchange, puzzles and board games, andother amenities available, including both ladies and men, as well as a handicap accessiblerestroom (unisex). The Ranch office window and a smoking room is accessible in theClubhouse. Use of the Clubhouse is limited to persons 18 years of age and over. Childrenunder 18 are allowed for Ranch approved activities and special events and tours.

PATIO ROOM (adjoining Clubhouse): Children 12 and under are allowed in the Patio Roomdaily between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., except when reserved or scheduled for AdultRanch activities (Bingo every Saturday evening for age 16 and over during summerseason). Parents must accompany children at all times and are responsible for cleaningup when leaving. Children should enter and leave through the Patio Room doors only.Owners may reserve the Patio Room for a special event by contacting the Ranch Office.

PRE-TEEN CENTER: Located and accessible through an outside entrance on the groundlevel behind the Restaurant/Trading Post, is supervised throughout summer season anddesignated for the use by children between ages 6-12. Children under the age 6, must beaccompanied by an adult (or responsible teenage babysitter approved by the Pre-TeenSupervisor). The Pre-Teen Center is also used as a storm shelter where you may bringpets when necessary.

T-TOP: Covered open-air pavilion designed for social events with picnic tables andbathrooms on site. Contact Ranch office for information or reservations.

ADULT POOL: Located beside Restaurant. Restricted use for Owners/Associates/Guests 18years of age and over. No attendant on duty at any time. See posted rules at facility.

BIG TOP (YOUTH) RECREATION CENTER: This multi-purpose fully fenced facility offers thefollowing:

Family Pool: Open to all registered Owners/Associates and non-owner guests of allages (Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult). Pool attendant on dutywhen pool is open.See posted rules at facility.

Batting Cages Snack Bar Picnic area

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Vending machines Bathrooms

PRIMITIVE SWIMMING AREAS: Natural streams run through some campgrounds and otherareas of the Ranch. Swimming in the streams are done at your own risk and allowed onlyduring daylight hours.

Popular recommended swimming areas are Fogey crossing in Fogey Hollowcampground and Spring Falls area on Sheriff Hollow Road.

Swimmers and floaters should respect and not interfere with anyone fishing along the

stream. Swimming, floating on inner tubes or other floatation devices is prohibited from the

Gene Bean Crossing (across from the Craft House at Wilder II campground) upstreamas this area is designated for fishing only.

PAVILION: Located directly north and behind the Ranch Clubhouse. Provides a variety ofrecreational activities, a snack bar serving ice cream, pizza, subs, drinks and other snackfoods. Both indoor and outdoor seating and family movies are shown evenings on aregular basis during summer season.

RESTAURANT: Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner during summer season. See 9 Linesfor daily specials, menus and hours of operation. Proper attire required; no wet bathingsuits and infants must have clothing over diapers in dining area.

TRADING POST: Groceries, drinks, alcoholic beverages, plus a wide selection of C9Rsouvenirs, ATV riding equipment, RV supplies, movie rentals, hot snack foods andsandwiches. See 9 Lines for hours of operation. Same proper attire as restaurant applies.

CHAPEL: Located next to the T-Top, Sunday morning services year round. Chapel chimescan be heard throughout the Ranch complex every Sunday morning. The basement isused as a storm shelter when necessary. Contact Ranch Office for further information.

WORKOUT ROOM: Located behind the Ranger Station, has basic workout equipment. Useof this facility is limited to persons 18 years of age and over unless accompanied by anadult. Keys for entry are kept at Security Station.

LAUNDRY & GAS STATION: Our air-conditioned laundry facility at Cloud 9 Ranch offersbasic washers and dryers and internet WiFi is accessible at this location. At the samelocation the gas station offers unleaded gasoline, oil, and propane tank refills. Air isavailable (no repair or tire service available). See 9 Lines for hours of operation. Basicrules are posted at each facility. Do not use this area as a drive-thru.

SECURITY: Every effort is made to enhance your leisure time at Cloud 9 Ranch making itworry-free from the standpoint of your personal safety and the safety of your personalproperty. Our Ranch Rangers are on duty 24 hours a day patrolling the Ranch complex,making regular rounds in all campgrounds and supervising compounds. A Security Stationis located next to the Clubhouse. If a Ranger is not available, notify the Gatehouse if youneed assistance at any time.

FIRST RESPONDERS: The Ranch provides immediate medical assistance in case of anaccident or medical emergency. Trained and certified First Responders are on call 24hours a day. If an emergency situation occurs, call (417) 284-7321, give your locationand state the emergency, if possible. First Responders and Camphost will be dispatchedimmediately to your location. Camphost will assist with traffic and direct the FirstResponder team to your location.

CAR WASH: Located adjacent to the Security Station, a basic covered car wash isavailable for vehicles, ATVs and campers. Washing vehicles/RV at a campsite is allowedas long as Owner uses common courtesy toward their neighbor.

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STAR VALLEY SCHOOLHOUSE: An historical treasure located across from Lonesome Pinecampground. See 9 Lines or a Schoolhouse Committee member for tour informationduring summer season.

PET CEMETERY: A short distance from Hill Country Campground is our pet cemeteryavailable to all Owners for the burial of their beloved pets. For directions and use of thisarea, contact the Ranch Office for more information.

HORSEBACK RIDING, FISHING, HUNTING/FIREARMS, CAVE EXPLORING rules are covered inSections 6 through 9 below.

6. HORSES AND STABLES. The Ranch owns trail horses for both novice and experiencedriders. The Stable, managed by a Head Wrangler and his staff, offers regularly scheduledguided horseback trail rides during the summer season (weather permitting). Owners mayboard their own horses in the Ranch Stables. The following trail ride and boarding rules apply:

HORSEBACK TRAIL RIDES:A. All Owners and guests wanting a trail ride experience must sign up and purchase a ticket atthe Trading Post. The number of riders is limited for each ride. One (1) hour and two (2) hourrides are offered, depending on the number of riders who purchase tickets. Tickets must bepurchased the day before for the first ride of the next day. For rides beginning later in the day,

tickets must be purchased no later than 1 hour before the scheduled ride time (See current FeeSchedule).

B. Children must be at least 8 years of age to ride and able to ride alone (riding double is notpermitted). Each person riding must have a Release of Liability Form on file at the time ofpurchase of ticket at Trading Post. A Parent or legal guardian must sign Release of Liability ifrider is under the age of 18.

C. Check the annual fee schedule for the applicable current fee. Refund of a riding fee mustbe approved at the Trading Post by Head Wrangler.

D. All riders are required to ride on supervised trail rides. No one is permitted to ride ranchhorses without a Wrangler on duty, for any reason.

E. For riders protection, all are required to wear ankle length pants and fully enclosed shoes(no clogs/sandals), as trails are in primitive areas and the terrain and vegetation along the routeis basically as it would be anywhere in a dense forest.

F. Children 12 and under are required to wear a riding helmet furnished by the Stables. Ridermay bring

and use their own helmet, providing it meets the approval of the Wrangler on duty.G. Riders must be at the stable one-half () hour before a scheduled ride.

H. The use of all alcohol and smoking products are strictly prohibited on horse trails andmust be left at the stables.

OWNER HORSES:A. Prior to arrival at the Ranch, you must call the Head Wrangler and verify availability of spacefor your horse(s). A daily fee is charged for each horse (See current Fee Schedule)

B. All horses permitted on the Ranch must have proof of the State required NegativeCoggins Test (within the last year) and current rabies vaccination.

C. Horseback riding is strictly prohibited in any of the campgrounds. Upon arrival, theHead Wrangler will assign a stall where horse(s) are kept, and provide the rules on where

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you can ride, etc.

D. Ranch is not responsible for any horse left at the Stables by an Owner. Horse Ownermust be checked in and staying on the Ranch, be responsible for providing feed, caring forand liable for their horse(s).

E. Owner stock trailers must be parked in an area designated by Head Wrangler.

7. FISHING. Fishing in ponds and the stream is permitted on the Ranch, except where posted.Fishing permits are required and issued subject to observance of the rules of Cloud 9 Ranch andthe Missouri Wildlife Code. Game Wardens and Ranch Rangers have the authority to enforce all ofthese rules. Owners and guests may purchase fishing permits, (see current Fee Schedule for typesand fees). Owner must accompany guest when purchase is made. Day guests may be issued one(1) 7-day guest Fishing Permit per year. A permit issued on the Ranch is valid for fishing on Ranchproperty only. A complete set of fishing rules will be furnished at the time fishing permit ispurchased. The following rules apply for fishing on the Ranch:

A. All Owners and guests may purchase fishing permits at the Gatehouse (see current FeeSchedule for type of permits available and applicable fees). Annual Permit is valid from the dateof purchase through December 31st of each calendar year. All fishing permits are non-transferableand must be worn so as to be visible from the rear at all times.

B. Every person over the age of 5, must purchase a fishing permit for Rainbow Trout or any otherspecies in the stream waters of Cloud 9 Ranch, including the area from 25 yards east of FogeyHollow crossing easterly throughout Spring Creek, including Wilder Spring and Cold Cave Spring.Children 5 and under fishing in the streams must be accompanied by an adult with a valid fishingpermit.

C. THE LIMIT ON RAINBOW TROUT IS FIVE (5) PER DAY PER PERSON. No more than five (5) trout areallowed on a stringer or creel at a time. Trout possession rule is ten fish (10) per permit holder atany time or twenty fish (20) per family, whichever is smaller.

D. Cleaning, gutting or scaling fish in a stream is prohibited. Clean fish at your campsite andplace remains in a sealed plastic bag and dispose in campground dumpsters.

E. Wading for fishing purposes is permitted from Spring Creek down to the property line andup to the handicapped dock at Wilder I Campground. Wading at Wilder Springs from 25yards below handicapped dock upstream is prohibited. No fishing within 25 yards upstream or25 yards downstream of the Fogey Hollow tubes swimming area. Floaters and fisherman areasked to respect each others activity.

F. A handicap fishing dock is located in Wilder I campground. The dock is intended for thepurpose of fishing for persons using wheelchairs and/or persons physically unable to fish from therock banks.

G. Chumming (feeding) of fish to assist catching is prohibited.

H. Deliberate snagging or foul hooking of trout like any unsportsmanlike conduct is strictlyprohibited. Fishermen are limited to the use of one (1) pole with one (1) lure or hook. One personmay assist another with netting a fish.

I. All day Saturday, Sunday and Holidays from the Saturday preceding Memorial Day until theTuesday following Labor Day, fishing will be reserved for children 12 years of age and under at theKids Fishing Hole (aka Fogey Mud Hole). Adults may accompany children at this site, but notallowed to fish duringthese days. At other times of the year, fishing is allowed at this site for allages.

J. Children 12 and under may fish in the ponds of Cloud 9 Ranch. They must secure and wear a

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"Ponds Onlypermit while fishing in the ponds. There is no charge for this permit and it is available at theGatehouse.

K. Fishing will be closed in the stocked areas of the stream from the time of stocking until thenext morning

(stocking is normally performed on Friday mornings). (See 9Lines for stocking dates.)

L. Night fishing is strictly prohibited and frog gigging activities are not allowed in the streamsafter legal fishinghours. Legal seasonal hours for Rainbow Trout fishing are as follows:

March 6:30am 6:00pm

April 6:00am 6:30pmMay 6:00am 8:15pm

June 6:00am 8:30pm July 6:00 am 8:30pm

August 6:30am 8:00pmSept. 7:00am 7:15pm

Oct. 7:00am 6:30pmNov/Feb 8:00am 5:00pm

M. CATCH AND RELEASE PROGRAM:STOCKED AREA: ONLY ARTIFICIAL LURES AND FLIES WITH BARBLESS HOOKS MAY BE USED (NONATURAL or SCENTED BAIT ALLOWED). Catch and release is allowed EXCEPT 25 yards down and25 yards upstream from Fogey Hollow Crossing (NO FISHING allowed in this area, at any time).Stringers are not allowed and all fish must be released (no exceptions).

NON-STOCKED AREA: 25 yards down from Fogey Hollow to the property line, fisherman may keepone (1) fish below the tubes per day as long as it exceeds eighteen (18) inches in length. Thisallows for keeping a Trophy Fish. All other Catch and Release rules apply.

N. FISHING VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES: For each occurrence, Violator will have their casereviewed by a three (3) member panel consisting of one (1) member of the Board of Directors,

one (1) member of the Ranchs Conservation Committee and one (1) Owner from the generalmembership. Owners may appear in person or via phone.

PENALTIES: (1) Loss of privileges; (2) Confiscation of Game; OR (3) A fine not to exceed$50.

Owner IS RESPONSIBLE for violation by any sponsored non-owner associate/guest(s).

8. HUNTING and FIREARMS. A Missouri State Hunting Permit IS REQUIRED AND MUST BEPRESENTED to obtain a Ranch hunting permit. One (1) permit covers all game. All MissouriGame Laws will be observed, including road hunting. Hunting seasons on the Ranch conformwith dates set by the Missouri Department of Conversation. Regulations/penalties pertainingto hunting on the Ranch are as follows:

A. No hunting within 150 yards on either side of the Cloud 9 Ranch Drive.

B. No hunting within 150 yards of any Ranch facility and/or as outlined in BLUE on theRanch map.

C. Deer Hunting is confined to specific areas as outlined on the Ranch map. MAPSAVAILABLE AT GATEHOUSE AND OTHER POSTED LOCATIONS

D. BOW HUNTING: A seven (7) acre triangle North of KK Hwy is designated as a bowhunting area only.

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E. FIREARMS: Firearms are not permitted as posted. ALL WEAPONS (GUNS & BOWS) MUST BEUNLOADED AND ENCASED WHILE BEING TRANSPORTED (INCLUDING ON ATVs) IN IMPROVEDAREAS OF THE RANCH. SIDE ARMS SHALL NOT BE WORN IN CAMPGROUNDS OR OTHER RANCHCOMPLEX FACILITIES. The use of rifles (including .22 calibers) for any hunting are limited to theRifle Deer Hunting area shown on the Ranch Map.

F. Sponsoring Owner may have one (1) hunting guest per calendar year. (Owner must beregistered and on the Ranch).

G. Vehicles used for hunting must have a Ranch issued vehicle tag hanging on the rear viewmirror.

H. All persons hunting outside the gated area must check in and out with the Gatehouse foreach hunt, giving name, license number and make of vehicle.

I. All game MUST be reported at the Gatehouse as soon as possible.

J. Portable deer stands may be erected providing they do not deface trees. Each standmust have the Owners name, interest number and date of set-up clearly shown and securelyattached to the stand. Stand MUST be removed after deer hunting season. Permanentstands or other hunting apparatus is prohibited.

K. If Ranch Management is called on to kill a wounded animal, it will be turned over to theMissouri Dept. of Conservation for disposal to a needy family, or, with the Conservation Deptsapproval, frozen for a wild game feed on the Ranch.

L. Hunting hours are restricted to one-half () hour before sunrise and one-half () hour aftersunset. Night hunting is NOT ALLOWED except for a scheduled hunt approved in writing by theRanch Manager.

M. Spotlight hunting at night is prohibited per State of Missouri Conservation laws.

N. RIFLE RANGE: A rifle range is provided on the Ranch for Owners and guests. All use of theRifle Range must be signed in at the Gatehouse and signed out in like manner. Rifle Range rulesare strictly enforced. For further information and explanation of rules concerning the use of therifle range, contact Gatehouse.

O. HUNTING VIOLATIONS AND PENALITIES: For each occurrence, Violator will have their casereviewed by a three (3) panel consisting of one (1) member of the Board of Directors, one (1)member of the Ranchs Conservation Committee and one (1) Owner from the general Ownership.Owners will either appear in person or via phone.

PENALTIES: (1) Loss of privileges; (2) Confiscation of Game; OR (3) A fine not to exceed$50.

Owner IS RESPONSIBLE for violation by any sponsored associate/guest(s).

9. HIKING AND CAVE EXPLORING. All Owners and guests have the privilege of hiking and caveexploring on the Ranch. Under penalty of law, The Missouri Cave Resources Act, Section 578.210protects the Ranchs caves and reads, in part: A person shall not willfully or knowingly break off,crack, carve upon, write or otherwise mark upon, or in any manner destroy, mutilate, injure, deface,remove, displace, mar or harm the surfaces of any cave or any natural material therein . Ranchmaps show the location of most of the caves. Ranch Management highly recommends hikers andcave explorers go in pairs or groups and notifying someone as to where you are going and when youexpect to return. If camping alone, notify a Ranger or Camphost of any hiking/cave exploring plans.

10. SPEED LIMITS/VEHICULAR SAFETY . Please use extreme caution when driving on theRanch,

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roads and the winding trails. In case of an accident, immediately notify a Camphost, Rangeror gatehouse attendant giving location and nature of incident. Driving across or on anymarked horse trail is strictly prohibited. Crossing of the stream in anything but a 4-wheeldrive vehicle is not recommended. A fee for towing any stalled vehicle from a stream will beassessed to Owner. Speeding violations will result in Owner being assessed a warning, fines,and/or suspensions. Speed limits are posted throughout the Ranch Complex and are enforced.In cases where speed limits are not apparent, the following will apply. The following speedlimits are posted and enforced:

MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS

CLOUD 9 DRIVE UP TO GATEHOUSE -------------------------------------- 35 MPHPAVED ROADS IN MAIN COMPLEX ---------------------------------------- 25 MPHGRAVEL ROADS (NOT campgrounds) -------------------------------------- 20 MPHFROM GAS STATION/BIG TOP/CHAPEL (during summer season) ----- 15 MPH

TRAILS (depending on terrain) -------------------------------------------- 20 MPHALL CAMPGROUND ROADS -------------------------------------------------- 10 MPH

Speeding violation penalties are set out in Section 12 (L) below.

Passing of vehicles is prohibited unless the slower vehicle has pulled to the side of the road

and has stopped.

11. PETS. The Ranch is pet-friendly for responsible pet owners. All Owners are responsiblefor their pets actions. The following rules concerning pets on the Ranch are:

A. No pets are allowed to run loose or at large except in the unimproved areas. All petsmust be on a

10ft. leash or in an approved pet carrier in the improved areas of the Ranch, including cavesand swimming areas of the stream. The leash must be held by someone or secured to astake or other item capable of securing the pet.

B. Pets on a leash must never be left outside unattended.

C. Pets are not permitted inside Ranch buildings, pools or food areas except for serviceanimals approved by the Ranch Manager.

D. Pet owners must respect and observe privacy of other campers and restrain pets frombeing a nuisance to other campers, especially barking dogs in a campground.

E. Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets and making every effort to takethem away from all campsites when walking pets. Pet owner must pick up, bag and properlydispose of all waste.

F. Pets are allowed in 17 ft. Ranch rental units ONLY. All pets in rental units must beregistered and a nominal pet fee will apply (See current Fee Schedule). For any non-registered pet in a rental unit, Owner will be assessed a $25.00 fine. If a person rents alarger unit and violates this pet policy, Owner will be charged 3 additional days rental feesnecessary to detoxify the rental unit.

G. PET VIOLATION PENALTIES:

(1) First Offense: (Written warning). If a violator receives a written warning for a petrule violation, the violator is required to sign the citation. Refusal to sign the citationwill automatically cause the violator (responsible Owner) to receive a pet suspension,subject to review by the Ranch Manager.

(2) Second Offense: Fine not to exceed $10 - Refusal to pay the second offense fine will

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automatically cause the violator (responsible Owner) to receive a pet suspension,subject to review by the Ranch Manager.

(3) Third Offense: Fine not to exceed $25 - Refusal to pay the third offense willautomatically cause the violator (responsible Owner) to receive a pet suspension,subject to review by the Ranch Manager.

(4) Fourth Offense: Suspension of any pets on the Ranch under the violators

(responsible Owner) interest number for up to twelve (12) months.

(5) If the nature of the offense is a serious violation, at the discretion of the RanchManager the Third and Fourth Offense may be invoked simultaneously.

12. USE OF MOTORIZED OFF-ROAD UNITS. This section refers to all terrain vehicles, golfcarts, mini-bikes, dirt bikes and motorcycles. The term ATV shall mean and refer to anycommercially manufactured four/six-wheel vehicles designed primarily for off-road orrecreational purposes. ATV does not include dune buggies or any homemade/kit vehicles.Ranch Management shall have absolute discretion in determining whether or not any unitqualifies as an ATV. Ranch Management reserves the right to refuse issue of registrationand/or a Ranch license plate to any unit(s) deemed unfit or inappropriate for use on the Ranch

property.

OFF-ROAD VEHICLE REGISTRATION PROCEDURES:

A. Registration of all off-road units will require proof of ownership. Proof of ownership isdefined as one (1) of the following: Certificate of title; current proof of insurance card;current state department of conservation certificate of registration from the state ofregistration; or a notarized Bill of Sale.

B. Any units not verified as belonging to Owner (non-registered or guest units) arerequired to pay a daily fee (See current Fee Schedule). Non-registered units will be issueda temporary plate showing interest number and expiration date.

C. Ranger Station staff will apply the registration sticker in an approved location.

D. Numbers on all Ranch license plates must be a minimum of 3 in height and platedisplayed on the rear of the unit, if possible, or in a location readily visible to others(Gatehouse has 3 numbers for a nominal fee for your convenience).

E. Any unit operated without a valid registration after signing onto the Ranch (other thanunder conditions listed below) shall be refused registration for ninety (90) days and theowner thereof shall be fined Fifty ($50) Dollars and ATV privileges for all additional unitsshall be revoked for ninety (90) days. After arrival at the Ranch, unregistered vehiclesmay only be driven from the campsite or storage compound to the point of registration.In the event the violator is a ranch guest, the guest shall be escorted from the Ranchproperty and the Owner who sponsored the guest shall have all ATV privileges suspendedfor ninety (90) days. Reminder: Owner is required at the Gatehouse for guest check-inand required to remain on Ranch at all times a guest is registered. All appropriate feesmust be paid prior to proceeding through the gate and onto the Ranch complex.

F. A nominal fee will be charged to re-issue registration stickers to Owners onreplacement vehicles. Owner must provide proof of purchase of original sticker and returna sufficient portion of the damaged/transferred sticker showing the original stickernumber, otherwise a full fee will be charged for a re-issue.

OPERATION REQUIREMENTS:

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G. Effective April 30, 2009, all off-road units, including motorcycles, ATVs, golf carts, mini-bikes and dirt bikes, are required to be equipped with a spark arrestor. Failure to have aspark arrestor as required will result in the following penalties:

First Offense: $25.00 fineSecond Offense: $35.00 fine

Third Offense: Sixty (60) day suspension of all ridingprivileges of any motorized off-road

unit registered to Owner.Fourth Offense: ONE (1) YEAR SUSPENSION of allRiding privileges of any motorizedoff-road unit on the Ranch.

H. ADULTS:

LIMIT OF TWO (2) PERSONS ONLY ARE ALLOWED ON AN ATV. Operator must have a validdriver's license to carry a passenger.

Six-wheelers are allowed to have three (3) persons, one (1) operating the ATV and two(2) in the back.

An operator less than sixteen (16) cannot carry a passenger. The exception is children

13-15 may carry a parent or guardian (only) as a passenger on Golf carts & ATVs Maximum of three (3) people are allowed per seat on a golf cart as long as the operator

is sixteen (16) years of age or older with a valid drivers license and all occupants areseated.

No passengers are allowed to ride in any wagon, trailer, cart, etc., attached or pulledby any ATV.

I. YOUTH: The minimum age is thirteen (13) for operating ATV's on the Ranch roads . Youth13-16 operating an ATV are not permitted to have passengers, unless the passenger is 18 yearsof age and has a valid drivers license.

Youth between the ages of 10 - 12 have riding privileges on the Ranch roads with thefollowing restrictions:

A bright colored plate with the member number on it so that the rider is immediatelyidentified as a youth rider that is to be accompanied by a parent with the samemembership number.

A photo of the youth rider so the Ranch can make a youth ID. Parents must bring withthem while riding. The information on the ID would be name, membership number andage of the child. Available upon request.

ATV not to exceed a limit of 250cc

Must wear a DOT helmet.

Youth must ride between two ATVs with a parent/grandparent driving each; or if thereare only 2 ATVs one parent/grandparent must ride in front and must have a rearviewmirror on the ATV to watch the youth.

Must follow the current ATV rules and all ATVs must display Ranch registration sticker.

Ranch requires a pre-signed waiver by parent/legal guardian on all youth ridersbetween the ages of 10-12.

PENALTY: Any youth between the ages of 10-12 caught riding without his/her adultOwner as described herein, will lose all Ranch ATV privileges until 13 years of age.

J. CHILDREN: Children below the age of 10 and under may ride in front or back of a parent orother authorized person who is age 16 or over and has a valid driver's license. Children riding infront of the operator must not operate the ATV. Children 9 and over must ride in back of theATV operator.

K. TRACK RIDING: To afford parents the opportunity to teach ATV riding skills and safety,

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childrenare allowed to operate an ATV in the designated track area behind Compound 3&4 withadult supervision. Children 12 years of age and under are required to wear a DOT helmetat all times when operating an ATV on the Ranch.

L. VIOLATIONS: Owner IS RESPONSIBLE for violations of Associate(s)/guest(s). Thefollowing

vehicular violations will result in penalties assessed to Owner as outlined below:

SpeedingReckless Driving (spinning wheels, etc.)Underage DrivingMore than the allowed passengersRiding in hayfields, horse trails (or other restricted areas)Driving across campsitesBlazing new trailsRiding after dark without lightsIllegal passingSide-by-side ridingNo license plate and/or registration stickerIntoxication

Destruction of streambeds

PENALTIES:First Offense: (Verbal/written warning). Violator must sign citation or Owner willreceive driving suspension, subject to review by Ranch Manager.

Second Offense: Ten Dollar ($10.00) fine. Refusal of Owner to pay fine willresult in driving suspension, subject to review by Ranch Manager.

Third Offense: Twenty-five ($25.00) fine. Refusal of Owner to pay fine willresult in driving suspension, subject to review of Ranch Manager.

Fourth Offense: Owners suspension of all driving privileges of all vehiclesunder Owners registration for up to twelve (12) months.

NOTICE: If the nature of any vehicular offense is of an extreme serious ordangerous nature, Ranch Manager may invoke Fourth Offense at any time. Anysuspension over thirty (30) days may be appealed to the Board of Directors.

13. STORAGE COMPOUNDS. The Ranch has three types of storage areas, LockedCompounds, Open storage and Temporary storage. The areas are lighted and patrolledregularly by Ranch Rangers. An Owner is limited to three (3) combined spaces in all storageareas on the Ranch, regardless of the number of memberships owned by any owner. AllRV/Trailer/ATV items in storage must have the last four digits of Owners membership numbervisible from the front in numerals at least 2 in height. If it becomes necessary for the Ranchto tow a vehicle to any storage area, for any reason, a fee will be assessed to Owner. TheRanch assumes no liability for damage done to any vehicle being stored or removed fromstorage.

LOCKED COMPOUNDS:

A Ranger is required to accompany anyone inside the locked compounds. Every effortis made to assure the security of the locked compounds, however the Ranch assumesNO responsibility for any stored items

A nominal fee is charged to gain access to a locked compound for bothstorage/retrieving an item. Trailers or other types of equipment hauling multiple itemswill be assessed as one item. Items being towed by another vehicle will be assessedas an individual item. Compound Tickets may be purchased at the Gatehouse.

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The Ranger will determine the space available according to size and type of unit.

Ranch management reserves the right to refuse storage of any vehicle, equipment, orother items that in its opinion could cause a hazard or considered unsightly orunacceptable for locked compound space.

Items left in Locked compounds must be removed within three (3) years. For items notremoved within a three (3) year period, a $1.00 per day storage fee will be assessedprior to January 1, 2007 and $3.00 per day thereafter.

OPEN STORAGE: Located adjacent to Locked Compound 1, an Owner may place one (1) item in Open

storage when registered and present on the Ranch.

All items in the Open storage must be movable with inflatable tires.

TEMPORARY STORAGE/OVERFLOW AREAS:

Located adjacent to Locked Compound 1 and the Powder Mill Campground below padlocations, this is unfenced and unprotected areas Owners may use when registeredand present on the Ranch for cars, boats, trailers, and other vehicles.

Selected area must be kept neat with no unsightly accumulations and unobstructeddriving lanes.

14. FIRE PROTECTION. Fires are a year round threat to the natural beauty of the Ranch.Campsite fire rules are located in Section #4-F above and also apply to any other campfires on

the Ranch. In primitive areas where no authorized campfire rings are available, smallcampfires are permitted ONLY in well-constructed rings of large rocks or in approved portablefire device. All fires must be supervised by an adult 18 years of age and over at all times.

BURN BAN ORDERS MAY BE IN EFFECT DURING EXTREMELY DRY PERIODS AT THESOLE DISCRETION OF RANCH MANAGEMENT.

15. PROTECTION OF STREAM BEDS. Streams and springs throughout the Ranch aregoverned by the Missouri Conversation Department. Destruction of streambeds is a federaloffense and enforceable by the United States of America and the State of Missouri laws.Considering the laws pertaining to protection of streambeds, the following violations arestrictly enforced:

Littering streams with cans, bottles, waste or garbage;Building rock dams or impede the natural flow of water;Polluting water with soaps/detergents/chemicals (including, but not limited to, washing ofvehicles, ATVs, clothes, dishes or cooking utensils in the streams or ponds);

Joy-riding in the stream, defined as any riding that is not a continued motion in anapproximate straight line to the other bank, going back and forth in a short period of time,traveling up or down the stream in areas not specifically marked for as an approvedcrossings or for similar actions (vehicles must be in a single file when crossing a stream in amanner not to create a wake).

Specific Joy-Riding Penalty: A $50.00 fine and one year ATV suspension will be

assessed against Owner and anyone violating the Joy-Riding Rule as state above (Ownerresponsible for associates/guests).

16. PARKING (CLUBHOUSE/RESTAURANT/TRADING POST AREA). There are fourparking areas around the Clubhouse. Vehicles may not remain parked in these areas over five(5) days without written approval of Ranch Manager.

A handicapped only parking area is located on the north side of the Clubhouse.

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17. MAIL SERVICE (INCOMING AND OUTGOING). Owners may have mail forwarded tothe Ranch by using your name c/o Cloud 9 Ranch Club, P. O. Box 110, Caulfield, MO 65626.Mail may be picked up daily at The Trading Post after 11:00 a.m. Outgoing mail must bedelivered to the Ranch Office by 10:00 a.m. each day. Mailboxes may be available in theClubhouse. Contact Ranch Office for further information and availability. If you leave theRanch and are expecting mail at a later date, it is necessary to go to the Ranch Office Windowand leave a forwarding address. First class mail can be held for 5 days. Third and Fourth Class

mail cannot be held over two weeks. Please make arrangements with another Owner to pickup your mail after this time. Package delivery address is West Highway 160, Caulfield, MO.

18. INTERFERENCE WITH QUIET ENJOYMENT: Interference with the quiet enjoyment ofother owners and/or guests is strictly prohibited. Any person who engages in a course ofconduct that is threatening, offensive or harassing with one or more owners and/or guests,violator shall be subject to discipline, including restriction of privileges or suspension from theRanch. This rule also applies to interference by an Owner and/or guests with any duties of theemployees of the Ranch. Owners are responsible for the actions of their associates/guests.

19. EXTENDED USE OF CAMPING FACILITIES: During the peak season and holidayweekends a rule commonly known as first in-first out rule, may be put into effect. At thediscretion of Ranch Management, Owners staying on the Ranch for extended periods of time

may be required to move from an improved campgrounds to a primitive (semi-improved) area.This will allow those Owners who are here less frequently, and for shorter periods of time, toreceive their fair share of the use of the facilities.

20. ALCOHOL/SMOKING: Missouri statutes set age limits for use of alcohol and smokingproducts. We adhere to those laws and have the responsibility to report anyone who violatesthe laws of the State of Missouri while on the Ranch.

A. ALCOHOL: Moderate use of alcoholic beverages by persons 21 and over is acceptableon the Ranch, except where posted as prohibited. Transportation of alcohol on the Ranchmust be done by persons age 21 and over. Alcohol at all locations on the Ranch, includingcampsites and vehicles, must be secured to prevent accessibility by persons under 21years of age.

B. TOBACCO PRODUCTS: Smoking is prohibited in all Ranch buildings and otherdesignated areas where it may cause a danger to others. Please observe and obey all NoSmoking signs on the Ranch. Underage purchasing of tobacco products and smoking isprohibited on the Ranch.

Keeping in mind that we strive to keep the Ranch a family oriented campground, as well asallowing all Owners and their guests to feel at home, moderation is the key to establishboundaries acceptable to all Owners.

21. MISCELLANEOUS RULES: For the preservation of the Ranch complex and health andsafety of its Owners:

A. Operation of bicycles, mini-bikes, skateboards, motorcycles, and ATVs on lawns and/orsidewalks is prohibited.B. Digging, removal, mutilation or destruction of grass, plants, trees, or shrubs isprohibited.C. Littering campsites, campgrounds, roadways, trails and cave areas is prohibited.D. Carrying firearms (concealed or the use thereof on the Ranch is strictly prohibited,

except as described in Section #8 above.E. Use of Open Common Areas located throughout the campgrounds is limited to social

gatherings.The use of these areas is not intended for an individual to use for camping, therefore, it isprohibited to use any Common Area for camping purposes, including tents, screen rooms

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or awnings unless for one-day use ONLY for social events. Any other use of Common Areasmust be approved in writing by Ranch Management. Parking for social events must be onshoulder of road by Common Area used.

22. RULE CHANGES AND MODIFICATION:These rules may be changed from time-to-timeby the Board of Directors, as may be necessary or convenient to discharge the duties andresponsibilities imposed on it by the articles, bylaws and restrictions. No rule may be adoptedwhich is inconsistent with the articles, bylaws and restrictions of Cloud 9 Ranch Club, Inc.,

and/or laws of the State of Missouri. All such rule changes shall be in effect until the nextannual meeting where they shall be approved, amended or rescinded by a vote of themembership.

23. VIOLATION OF RULES: Any act or omission whereby any of these rules is violated inwhole or part by a voting Owner can result in such voting Owner being assessed for the cost ofcorrecting such violation. In addition, his/her rights and privileges as an owner of the Ranchand a Owner of Cloud 9 Ranch Club, Inc. may be suspended. However, no suspension for aviolation hereof shall be effective for more than 30 day without a hearing before a committeedesignated by the Board of Directors of Cloud 9 Ranch Club, Inc. For purposes of this provision,a violation of these rules by an associate Owner or guest shall be deemed to be a violation bythe voting Owner from whom such associate Owner derives his associate membership in orthe voting Owner who invited such guest.

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ADDENDUM

Rule changes approved by the Board of Directors from the date of the last annual meetinguntil the next annual meeting will be published on the Ranchs official website and may bemailed to Owners upon request. Upon receipt of any such Rule Change, Addition or Deletion,please staple to this page for your records until receipt of the next revised Rule Book.

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CONTACT INFORMATION

Ranch Office Address: Cloud 9 Ranch Club, Inc., P.O. Box 50, Caulfield, MO 65626 Telephone: (417) 284-7321

Official Ranch Website: www.cloud9ranchclub.com

Greg Watts, Ranch Manager Email Address: [email protected]

Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through FridayGATEHOUSE: During office hours call (417) 284-7321 and ask for Gatehouse.After office hours and on weekends, all calls go directly to Gatehouse.

CAMPHOST: If Camphost is not in the campground, call Gatehouse and requestyour Camphost be notified to contact you, giving your name and pad location.

RANGER: Call (417) 284-7321 to request a Ranger, giving the reason for yourrequest, your name, and pad location.

OTHER: Most facilities on the Ranch may be contacted by calling(417) 284-7321 requesting the facility you wish to contact.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS (June 2008 - June 2009):Contact Ranch Office for contact information on all board members.Gene Muenks, President (first term ends 2011)

James Phillips, Vice-President (first term ends 2010)

Marie Pilkinton, Secretary (first term ends 2012)Larry Armstrong, Treasurer (second term ends 2012)Matt Maher, Board Member (first term ends 2010)Don Scott, Board member (first term ends 2010)Herbert Wyman, Board member (second term ends 2011)

IN CASE OF A MEDICAL EMERGENCY call (417) 284-7321, give your location and request FirstResponders.

STORM SHELTERS: Rangers will notify all campgrounds when weather warrants it necessaryfor storm shelter use. Storm shelter designations on the Ranch are as follows:

Pre-Teen Center - ground floor behind Restaurant/Trading Post (Pets are allowed in thisshelter).Cloud 9 Chapel Basement - Entry is on right side driveway to basement.

This Booklet has been prepared by the Rules Committee of Cloud 9 Ranch Club, Inc. andapproved at the Board Meeting held July 18, 2009, and it replaces all other Rule BookRevisions prior to that date. Any questions or comments concerning the contents thereofshould be directed to: Rules Committee Chairman at Cloud 9 Ranch Club, Inc. This Rule Book

and contact information is always available at the Ranch Office.
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