by Donna Baylis | Jul 20, 2017 | Events
Come Ride With Us!
ATV & side-by-side ride on Saturday, July 22, 2017 is staging from Markdale (205 Main Street west, west of highway 10 on county road 12 at former rail line) with 9 am registration and 10 am departure.
Trail Route: A mix of public and private properties and some road running.
Participants: This ride is open to OFATV / EOTA members and non-members. A day pass for non-members cost $20. Annual memberships ($150) and day passes will be available for purchase.
As with any ride, it is advisable to dress appropriately and have extra fuel, drinking water, snack, 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:
Upcoming Events
Side-by-Sides
Parking
New Riders
by Donna Baylis | Jun 30, 2017 | Events
Happy Canada Day!
Join us for this ride on Saturday, July 1st, 2017.
Side by sides are welcome.
As with any ride it is advisable to dress appropriately for the weather and the terrain. Also to have extra fuel, drinking water, snack, rain gear, bug spray, 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!
by Donna Baylis | May 7, 2017 | Events
August Update: Note that the red trail is closed, but the rest of Walters Falls tract is open.
Please note that Walters Falls tract is closed until further notice.
The land is too wet and deemed unsafe by our club and the landowners. Please honour our agreements and respect our landowners.
Stay tuned. Once the property dries up (a little) we’ll let you know!
The recent rains have left many waterways and creeks flowing fast and deep. Small puddles are now lakes. Use extreme caution near flooded and overflowing areas. If you don’t know an area … Don’t Go!
See also:
More about Walters Falls
FAQs
by Donna Baylis | Apr 30, 2017 | Events
Good news! DGATV’s trails are open as of May 1st although Sideroad 10B (east of Harkaway Forest heading toward Beaver Valley) will remain closed due to flooding.
Harkaway Forest does not open until June 20th.
Specific Grey County roads are also open May 1st, check www.grey.ca for road information.
The City of Owen Sound’s by-law allows ATV use on specific roadway, opening April 15th. Check www.owensound.ca for further information.
Maps can be found here.
CP rail trail access extends from Veteran’s Way (Orangeville) to Sunny Valley Road (above Chatsworth) for ATVs only.
Please note that UTVs and ROVs (aka side-by-sides) are not allowed on the CP rail trail or in Harkaway Forest. Results of a Grey County trails study due in the autumn will determine if side-by-sides will be approved.
Have a safe and enjoyable season. On your mark, get set, go!
by Donna Baylis | Apr 27, 2017 | Events, Wardens
Warden training is planned for Saturday, April 29, 2017. The session starts at 10am and runs until lunch time. Afterwards, a ride and field training so feel free to bring your bike.
Another training session is planned for Sunday, May 7, 2017 if more convenient.
Location: Markdale Agricultural Services Centre, 206 Toronto Street, Markdale, ON (back of building)
Pre-registration: Contact Dan Liedtke, Chief Warden, at 519.266.3559 (extension 5)
Becoming a Warden is a great way to Volunteer. You can help monitor the trails, answer visiting riders’ questions and represent DGATV on the trail. It’s also a great excuse to meet fellow riding enthusiasts and to get out for a ride!
Click here to learn more about DGATV Warden responsibilities.
by Donna Baylis | Mar 30, 2017 | Events
While not entirely obvious, Spring 2017 is around the corner!
Wardens will start to clear DGATV’s trails in mid-April. Public riding will begin around May 1st weather-dependent. Note that we can’t ride if the trails are really wet because damage results.
Please check www.facebook.com/DGATV and www.dgatv.ca closer to the time for confirmation of season start.
If you are interested in helping out by becoming a Warden or part of the Trail Committee, contact info@dgatv.ca for further information.
Or read about other Volunteer opportunities!
