by Donna Baylis | Sep 21, 2017 | Reference
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DGATV’s Executive, Wardens and Trail Crew are hard at work keeping the trails in good shape for the summer.
Trails are monitored for the safety of all users — hikers, bikers, ATVers, and horseback riders.
Fallen trees are cut. Gaping holes are filled. Sign posts are cleared of grass and brush.
Parking areas are trimmed and mowed.
If you see an area that needs maintenance, please let us know at info@dgatv.ca.
If you want a great excuse to get out on the trails AND help support the club, become a Warden.
Or if you are the handyman-type, wanting to ride and preferring to work here and there, talk to our Trail Captain (519.266.3559 ext. 3).
Every little bit helps!
A big Thank You to all of our trail workers, we couldn’t do it without YOU!
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FAQs
by Donna Baylis | Sep 10, 2017 | Events
Ride Co-ordinator: Jamie Thurman, Events Co-ordinator
When: Saturday, September 16th, 2017 – 9:00am registration / 10:00am ride
Where/Parking: CP Trail Parking Lot, 205 Main St. W., Markdale. For more information re: parking, click here.
Be ready to ride at the Markdale CP Rail Trail parking lot (County Road 12 west of Markdale) at 10am (registration 9am). This is a flash ride thrown together by our keen riders to enjoy the trails simply and without much ado. No promises, no formality, just riding.
Trail Route: A mix of public and private properties including the rail trail and some road running.
Participants: This ride is open to OFATV/EOTA members and non-members. A day pass for non-members cost $20. Memberships ($150) and day passes will be available for purchase.
Two-up riding is allowed, and side-by-sides will be accommodated.
For young operators, aged 12 to 16, the ATV should be sized appropriately for the child’s weight. The child must be accompanied by an adult on the trail. Legally, the child cannot ride on the road without a valid Ontario driver’s license (G2/M2). DGATV does not condone young operators riding on the roads.
Other: As with any ride, it is advisable to dress appropriately and have extra fuel, drinking water, snack, drinks, rain gear, bug spray, basic repair tools, bandaids, compass, map and cell phone on hand. Note that there may not be cell service in the area.
We look forward to seeing you on the trail and hope you have a great ride!
See also:
Parking
Maps
FAQs
by Donna Baylis | Sep 6, 2017 | Reference
Inconsiderate riders have resulted in loss of trail.
The landowner contacted us, annoyed at all riders — members or otherwise.
Pay attention:
First, there is a zero-tolerance for alcohol on the trail. The rules of the trail are the same as the rules of the road. No alcohol. You risk your driver’s licence, your insurance, your life and the lives of other people.
Second, there is no reason to leave a mess like this. If you pack it in, pack it out.
Finally, if you see a mess like this then think about the landowner. Pack it out yourself or contact us at 519.266.3559 / info@dgatv.ca to have our Volunteers do the clean-up. If we all want to ride then we all have a responsibility to keep the trail in good condition.
In this case, DGATV’s Executive are apologizing to the landowner and we hope we can make amends. If not, part of the trail we are working to build has been lost.
Hopefully DGATV’s Executive members do not lose heart in the process.
Hopefully other landowners aren’t dissuaded by the inconsideration of a few bad apples.
Thoughtlessness like this causes more damage to recreational ATVing than you know.
See also:
Volunteering to Help
Becoming a Trail Warden
FAQs
by Donna Baylis | Aug 30, 2017 | Community
Article from The Advance, dated August 30, 2017
Ride for the Fallen at the Flesherton Fling 2017
Dufferin Grey ATV Club (DGATV) is proud to have been part of the first annual Ride for the Fallen hosted by the Royal Canadian Legion Flesherton-Markdale Branch 333.
This fundraising poker gave riders a great afternoon on the trails and concluded with the Kinsmen Rib Fest dinner and dance.
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Community
Events
FAQs
by Donna Baylis | Aug 28, 2017 | Reference
This trail at Walters Falls is not part of our trail plan. It was created by adventurers leaving the approved trail. It is now permanently closed. The reason? It travels off the tract and on to the neighbour’s property who don’t want ATVs trespassing.
We like to be good neighbours. Please stay on the approved trails or we run the risk of losing the entire area.
STAY ON TRAIL OR PERMISSION REVOKED
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Maps
Volunteers
Young Riders
