There may be some confusion on the event and the need for registration. Our JFFs (Just For Fun) events don't normally have a registration process, since there is no fee or formal registration, or requirement to even be an MSTA member.
That may explain why some who have reserved rooms have not registered.
We encourage registration even for JFF events for a few main reasons:
1) it gives the coordinator a handle on HOW MANY people might be attending, which helps them to know how much water to purchase (if any) or how much space might but needed for a riders meeting
2) it gives everyone an opportunity it’s to sign a waiver….which should be done BEFORE any routes are given out
3) someone that actually registers is more likely to actually show up
It’s not required, but there are reasons to do it.