OK, so at least one person's read the above so I'll try to give a little info on what happens next.
Hopefully ESL or Sprint Chief will update the clubracer website with 2008 HCC membership and JISC entry forms
So you've downloaded the HCC & JISC forms, duly filled them in and sent them off. Shortly after the HCC membership card will arrive with club mag. or details of what events are planned for 2008.
At some point, well before the event, you should get through the post, a set of supplementary regs. for a forthcoming sprint event. It will contain the details of venue, classes, eligible clubs, champs, closing date for entries, disclaimer, etc. This needs to be completed and returned with the entry fee.
Near the date, the final regs will arrive with updated info for the event. Details of venue will include a map of the course showing paddock, signing on area, scrutineering, etc. Details will include opening time, signing on time, scrutineering time, briefing time, first practice time. An entry list will include your details of class, car, and 'importantly' your entry number. YOU need to ensure you have two sets of your number, ready to affix once you've arrived and before the car's presented for scrutineering. DO NOT stick them on the night before and drive to the venue with them displayed as this is seriously against the regs and may result in your exclusion from the event. Remove them before leaving too.
Give yourself plenty of time to find the venue as some are a bit off the beaten track. On arrival, find a suitable place to park in the paddock area. Some events designate parking by class or number and others, it's a free choice. Once parked, depending on time, unload the car and remove any loose items from the passenger area & boot. Check fluids, oil, water, brake, clutch, etc. Affix numbers, change wheels (if you need to), check tyre pressures, wheel nuts for tightness, the usual stuff. Attach the timing strut to the front of the car.
Signing on is straightforward. Sign against your name, show your MSA licence and club membership card. If you're in a road class you'll need MOT & insurance cert. You'll be given a slip of paper to say you've signed on successfully and this must be presented to the scrutineer.
Take the car, with helmet and overalls, to the scrutineering area and join the queue. When it's your turn, lift the bonnet, smile sweetly and hope you haven't forgotten anything. Basically it's a last safety check to see that seats are secure, belts are sound, battery's secure, tyres are OK, wheels aren't about to fall off, etc. First time also, you'll get a sticker put on the helmet to say it complys with the regs. The sticker will cost a couple of pounds and is a one off payment.
Next is driver's briefing, which you MUST attend. Listen carefully as it'll be your first time at that venue and your first sprint, get to the front of the bunch so you can actually hear what's being said.
Then comes first practice and you're on your own.
Don't worry, don't panic. There'll be a few of us there to help if you have any questions or concerns. The event will undoubtedly be discussed on here before the day so join in the chat, make yourself known so we can look out for you on the day.
Don't forget, it's a fun event, it's relaxed and enjoyable.