Oregon enters the peak ATV season with several new laws regarding ATVs and their riders, with more changes coming in 2012.
For 2011, all ATV riders younger than 40 are must have online safety cards, similar to boater licenses. As of Jan. 1 2012, all youth riders (15 and under) and their chaperones must have both online and in-class certifications.
The online card can be acquired at www.rideatvoregon.org. The hands-on in-class certification is offered locally by the ATV Safety Institute (www.atvsafety.org) and covers safe riding techniques, ATV familiarization and ways to reduce environmental impact.
Local instructor Dayna Baker can be reached at coosatvsafety@hotmail.com. ATV manufacturers fund the course, making it free for participants, who also will receive $100 rebates.
To learn more about the Oregon ATV laws, contact Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, 503-986-0717, or the Coos County Sheriff's Office.
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For 2011, all ATV riders younger than 40 are must have online safety cards, similar to boater licenses. As of Jan. 1 2012, all youth riders (15 and under) and their chaperones must have both online and in-class certifications.
The online card can be acquired at www.rideatvoregon.org. The hands-on in-class certification is offered locally by the ATV Safety Institute (www.atvsafety.org) and covers safe riding techniques, ATV familiarization and ways to reduce environmental impact.
Local instructor Dayna Baker can be reached at coosatvsafety@hotmail.com. ATV manufacturers fund the course, making it free for participants, who also will receive $100 rebates.
To learn more about the Oregon ATV laws, contact Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, 503-986-0717, or the Coos County Sheriff's Office.
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