2006 Jeep(R) Jamboree Season

WINDSOR, ON, April 25 /CNW/ - Experience the go anywhere, do anything sensation during the 2006 Jeep(R) Jamboree season sponsored by the Jeep brand.

The series of five Jeep Jamborees held across the country from June to August, 2006 are the ultimate in off-road adventures.

For over fifty years, Jeep owners and their families have participated in these four-wheel drive week-ends of fun. This year participants can choose from spectacular trails in Nova Scotia, Quebec, Ontario and British Columbia.

“Jeep Jamborees are a fun, safe and environmentally sensitive way for a family or enthusiast to enjoy the full capability of their Jeep vehicle,” said Judy Wheeler, Vice President, Marketing, DaimlerChrysler Canada. “Whether
driving a Jeep Wrangler, Commander, Grand Cherokee or Liberty, we encourage owners to take the Jeep Jamboree challenge. And don’t forget your camera!”

Jeep Jamboree trails range in ratings from two (the least difficult) to nine (the most difficult) and are designed to accommodate all skill levels. For those that are new to off-roading or who need a refresher course in off-
road techniques, Jeep 101 is offered at the base camp of each event. Nearly 500 vehicles and 900 enthusiasts participated in the 2005 Jeep Jamboree season.

Each event is limited to approximately 100 vehicles for environmental reasons and interested Jeep owners are encouraged to register early. The cost to participate is $535 for a family (2 adults and 2 to 3 youths), $235 per
adult, $110 per youth (ages 7 to 15), $70 per child (ages 3 to 6) and no charge for children under three. Discounted, early-bird rates are available until April 30. All registration fees include seven meals.

2006 Jeep Jamboree Canada schedule:
- Annapolis Valley - Kingston, Nova Scotia, June 23 - 25
- Kawarthas Weekend No. 1 - Bobcaygeon/Buckhorn, Ontario, July 7 - 9
- Kawarthas Weekend No. 2 - Bobcaygeon/Buckhorn, Ontario, July 14 - 16
- Penticton - Penticton, British Columbia, August 4 - 6
- Knowlton - Knowlton, Qu�bec, August 18 - 20

To register for a Jeep Jamboree weekend or to obtain additional information, log on to www.jeepjamboreecanada.com or call 1-888-678-JEEP(5337).

About Jeep
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The vehicle currently offered as the Jeep TJ in Canada, will become the 2007 MY Jeep Wrangler when the all-new, from the ground up, model comes to market in the fall of 2006. The new Jeep Wrangler, unveiled at the 2006 North American International Auto Show, will continue to meet its mandate of being the most capable off-road vehicle in the world - and more.

Jeep’s global lineup now includes Jeep Commander, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Liberty, Jeep Compass, Jeep Patriot, the legendary Jeep Wrangler and the all-new Jeep Wrangler Unlimited.

The Jeep brand continues to gain momentum in Canada, with 2005 sales up 10.9 percent over 2004. There were 28,303 Jeep SUVs sold in Canada last year compared to 25,521 in 2004.