Andrew Roberts 17 Posted July 9, 2015 Report Share Posted July 9, 2015 I think I see a time in the future where they end the cart thing all together no rentals and no privately owned ones. Im sure there is some big discussions of liability being had after the last drunk took a drive in the lake. At some point the rental fee woke equal the risk. I wish they get ride of them all and replace them with the surrey bikes Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted July 9, 2015 Report Share Posted July 9, 2015 I'd love it if they had surrey bikes! Another possibility is they keep jacking up the cart rental fee. That way they start pricing out a bunch of people, so fewer carts are rented, but with a higher fee, no financial hit to Disney. I'll honestly be surprised if they ever ban private carts completely. Possible they may start requiring proof of insurance, and that alone might limit some. They've made it harder for outside rentals to come in, which I'm assuming has reduced those numbers, but then they also added a bunch of carts to their own fleet so... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Andrew Roberts 17 Posted July 9, 2015 Report Share Posted July 9, 2015 I'm not sure if they would ever ban carts but it sure seems like most nights they cause a lot of issues leading me to think they just might. I know I'm not the best at keeping a quiet peaceful campsite but I sure would love a night without screeching golf cart tires Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TN22.....Brady 22 Posted July 9, 2015 Report Share Posted July 9, 2015 Several places we have stayed recently have started charging a fee if you bring your own. I expect Disney to start this practice, as I understand it, by charging for bringing your own and signing the agreement you are essentially relieving the campground of all responsibility. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CCIntrigue...aka Gwen 547 Posted July 9, 2015 Report Share Posted July 9, 2015 Another possibility is they keep jacking up the cart rental fee. That way they start pricing out a bunch of people, so fewer carts are rented, but with a higher fee, no financial hit to Disney. I'll honestly be surprised if they ever ban private carts completely. Possible they may start requiring proof of insurance, and that alone might limit some. Several places we have stayed recently have started charging a fee if you bring your own. I expect Disney to start this practice, as I understand it, by charging for bringing your own and signing the agreement you are essentially relieving the campground of all responsibility. Our second-favorite campground is Ocean Lakes in Myrtle Beach. To use your own golf cart there, you have to provide proof of insurance, have the cart inspected, pay an annual $25 fee, and obtain a permit which has to be displayed on the cart. All that is fine with me. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted July 9, 2015 Report Share Posted July 9, 2015 Our second-favorite campground is Ocean Lakes in Myrtle Beach. To use your own golf cart there, you have to provide proof of insurance, have the cart inspected, pay an annual $25 fee, and obtain a permit which has to be displayed on the cart. All that is fine with me. And if Fort Wilderness wasn't run by a bunch of idiots, they could easily implement something like this, which would put easy money in their pockets. They could charge a lot more than $25 too. TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CCIntrigue...aka Gwen 547 Posted July 9, 2015 Report Share Posted July 9, 2015 And if Fort Wilderness wasn't run by a bunch of idiots, they could easily implement something like this, which would put easy money in their pockets. They could charge a lot more than $25 too. TCD I agree. But then the Fort would have to employ people to enforce the rules (like Ocean Lakes does), and that will never happen. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LONE-STAR 370 Posted July 9, 2015 Report Share Posted July 9, 2015 This conversation has been had so many times. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Andrew Roberts 17 Posted July 10, 2015 Report Share Posted July 10, 2015 I dont understand how charging a fee would help you from liability. In fact it would say you were condoning the activity making you even more liable. However proof of Insurance would make a big difference on who was and who was not operating them. Orange County and Fl State Police issue traffic tickets all over WDW. Why are they not enforcing the laws since these are roadways? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Andrew Roberts 17 Posted July 10, 2015 Report Share Posted July 10, 2015 Statutes & Constitution :View Statutes : Online SunshineIf the above link works then take a look. If I'm reading this correctly then a child 14 and over can legally operate a golf cart at the fort as long as reedy creek has proved the use of golf carts in that area Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Andrew Roberts 17 Posted July 10, 2015 Report Share Posted July 10, 2015 As for the golf cart lovers and supporters out there I don't hate the golf carts and have rented them a few time and will again. It is just that a vehicle needs to be operated with respect for the damage and injuries they can cause and that has not been enforced at the fort. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Andrew Roberts 17 Posted July 10, 2015 Report Share Posted July 10, 2015 And look there is even an ambulance chaser ready to fight for us LOL :rofl3: The Villages Golf Cart Accident Attorney | Free Consultation | Glover Law Firm Quote Link to post Share on other sites
beccaewert 10 Posted July 10, 2015 Report Share Posted July 10, 2015 Our local "closest campground to the Fort" in Indiana (Lake Rudolph Campground) has banned all personal carts....and it's a very large campground like the fort with alot of hills --- so either drive, or rent a cart from them....... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PrincessNana 15 Posted July 10, 2015 Report Share Posted July 10, 2015 Statutes & Constitution :View Statutes : Online SunshineIf the above link works then take a look. If I'm reading this correctly then a child 14 and over can legally operate a golf cart at the fort as long as reedy creek has proved the use of golf carts in that areaSince Fort Wilderness is essentially a "gated community" and the roads are privately owned and maintained, then I don't think those statutes would apply. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Andrew Roberts 17 Posted July 10, 2015 Report Share Posted July 10, 2015 Since Fort Wilderness is essentially a "gated community" and the roads are privately owned and maintained, then I don't think those statutes would apply.It would be interesting to see how it would apply. Once you invite the public in for the purpose of profit a lot of this would change. And I know there are some lawyers on here What do you guys think? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted July 10, 2015 Report Share Posted July 10, 2015 This conversation has been had so many times. Yep. And I expect this isn't the last time. :- Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Grumpy and Grandma 739 Posted July 11, 2015 Report Share Posted July 11, 2015 Since Fort Wilderness is essentially a "gated community" and the roads are privately owned and maintained, then I don't think those statutes would apply.Disney specifically states "Licensed drivers only". Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Andrew Roberts 17 Posted July 11, 2015 Report Share Posted July 11, 2015 If disney 's rule is licensed drivers only and Reedy Creek is the authority then I would think Orange County Pd could right tickets based of of that Quote Link to post Share on other sites
h2odivers...Ray 952 Posted July 11, 2015 Report Share Posted July 11, 2015 What I don't get is that it's such an easy problem to fix. But Disney won't do anything about it. Why?Are they scared of making people mad who break the rules? Avatab.... Steve 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
h2odivers...Ray 952 Posted July 11, 2015 Report Share Posted July 11, 2015 Any fiends on the scene that could get ahold of the rental agreement guest have to sign?Also any other official posted rules about golf cart usage? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CeciliaKy 1 Posted July 12, 2015 Report Share Posted July 12, 2015 Any fiends on the scene that could get ahold of the rental agreement guest have to sign?Also any other official posted rules about golf cart usage?I'm not sure if I still have my copy I signed last weekend or not ... but, I can tell you that they only focused on two things when I signed it: no open containers & no talking on the phone or texting while driving. They made barely any mention of the age of the driver. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
djsamuel 322 Posted July 12, 2015 Report Share Posted July 12, 2015 Any fiends on the scene that could get ahold of the rental agreement guest have to sign?Also any other official posted rules about golf cart usage? GOLF CART RULES BradyBzLyn...Mo 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted July 12, 2015 Report Share Posted July 12, 2015 GOLF CART RULES That flyer was printed in 2010 - so those rules are hardly new for anyone. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
h2odivers...Ray 952 Posted July 12, 2015 Report Share Posted July 12, 2015 Thanks. I remember seeing the cart rules now. Rules clearly state licensed drivers only and driving privileges can be revoked. So Disney can stop kids from driving carts. But doesn't. I'm not an attorney but I would think if you can prove that they don't enforce their own rules and someone gets hurt by an underaged driver Disney could be held liable. djsamuel 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
djsamuel 322 Posted July 13, 2015 Report Share Posted July 13, 2015 That flyer was printed in 2010 - so those rules are hardly new for anyone.Exactly, including security. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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