OFATV Loyalty Discount (2018)

by | Jan 15, 2018 | Events

Effective January 15, 2018 renew your OFATV membership permit online and early, and receive a $25 discount. This is offered for online renewals only. Watch for your renewal reminder e-mail containing your discount link.

Not valid with any other discounts.

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Happy New Year (2018)

by | Jan 14, 2018 | Events

Dufferin Grey ATV Club Inc (DGATV) was established in 2006 as a volunteer organization focusing on bringing fun family riding to the counties of Dufferin and Grey.  Over the years a succession of keen riders have taken the helm of DGATV’s Board of Directors, and we thank each and every one, past and present, for their contribution to the successful operation of our club.

The Board of Directors are responsible for directing DGATV’s operations.  The Board sets the policies, priorities, strategy, and upcoming events for the season. The Board is responsible for dealing with the Ontario Federation of ATV Clubs (OFATV), all levels of government, the police, landowners, sponsors, communities and members.

DGATV’s Board of Directors meet at 7pm on the third Wednesday of every month excluding December.  The Dundalk Legion (Branch #285) is located at 109 Proton St. N. in Dundalk.  Other Volunteers, members and prospective members are welcome.  Our first meeting of this year is Wednesday, January 17, 2018.

We have 9 Directors with two-year terms (4-5 split in alternate years).  If you are interested in becoming a Director you must be a member on record with DGATV for at least 3 months and stand at our annual general meeting (typically held in March).  The Directors vote for the President and Vice-President on an annual basis.

To find out more about our monthly meeting, keep an eye on our facebook page:  www.facebook.com/DGATV

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Message from DGATV’s President (October 2017)

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Trail Closure (2017) – ATV Season

by | Nov 11, 2017 | Events

Winter has Arrived

In general ATV season on the public trails starts around May 1st (weather-permitting) and goes to November 30th or until snow cover.

Snow has arrived early this year.  That means that the CP Rail Trail is now closed.  We have also cancelled our November 26th ride.  See you in Spring 2018!

Typically:
Harkaway Forest is closed to ATVs on October 15th (until June 22nd).
Grey County roads close to ATVs on November 17th.
All other public trails and roadways stay open to ATVs until November 30th or snow cover, whichever comes first.  Once the snow plows are out, ATV rider safety becomes an issue.
On the private trails at Walters Falls, ATVs can be used year-round. It is recommended that appropriate safety precautions be taken in this remote location, especially in the winter. Tracks are recommended in winter. Ride with a companion and let people know where you are going. Cell phone service may not always be available.
Note that when temperatures dip into the single digits, riding an ATV becomes extremely cold similar to riding a snowmobile.  Don’t forget to dress for the weather.  More about what to wear for new riders.

Please keep an eye on our social media for confirmation of this seasonal schedule.

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Cancelled: DGATV Last Chance Club Ride (Sunday, Nov. 26, 2017)

by | Nov 9, 2017 | Events

Invitation to the Last Club Ride of the 2017 Season!

*** This ride is cancelled due to the arrival of winter 🙁  ***

Mark Sunday, November 26, 2017 on your calendar! This date is reserved for a DGATV event and arrangements are underway but not finalized. For more information or to get involved to make this event happen contact info@www.dgatv.ca or 519.266.3559. This ride is subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.  Please check our social media before making the trip to our area.
 
Time: 9am registration/10am ride
 
Staging: CP Trail Parking Lot, 205 Main Street West, Markdale, ON (County Road 12 west of Markdale at the former rail line)
 
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. Side-by-sides welcome.
 
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: It is advised to dress appropriately for cold and unpredictable weather. Also have extra fuel, drinking water, snack, drinks, rain gear, basic repair tools, bandaids, compass, map and cell phone on hand. Note that there may not be cell service in all areas.
 
We look forward to seeing you on the trail and hope you have a great ride!
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Message from DGATV’s President (October 2017)

by | Oct 26, 2017 | Events

Welcome to all our new Members!

We would like to remind everyone that we are a member of the Ontario Federation of ATV Clubs. An OFATV trail permit is required to ride on all our trails.

“Buy Where You Ride” is the OFATV motto to support the clubs. Not only does the permit allow you to ride the trails, it also makes you a voting member, and a major portion of your permit funds goes to the club you selected to join.

Permit funds are used by the clubs for trail development, maintenance and repairs. Additionally, each club is responsible for getting road use and land-owner approvals in their area.

The bonus is that your trail permit allows access to all fifteen (15) OFATV clubs’ trail systems and all Eastern Ontario Trail Alliance (EOTA) trails as well. An awesome deal!

For more information see www.ofatv.org.

See you on the trails!

Tim Allen, President 

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* Updated 9-Feb-2018 to reflect cancellation of EOTA agreement