ATV Rider Safety Course

4-H Contact: Mark Whitt

PURPOSES:
To help make ATV riding a safer activity.

WHO:
Adults are welcome as well as youths ages 12 and up.

WHEN:
TBD

WHERE:
WVU Jackson’s Mill, Weston, W.Va.
Williamson, W.Va.

COST:
The course usually costs $150, but is being offered at no charge through a grant from the National 4-H Council. Although the program is being sponsored by 4-H, participants do not have to be 4-H members.

REGISTRATION:
Pre-registration is required. Each session is limited to eight riders. For more information, contact the WVU Extension Service Mingo County Office at 304-235-0370.

PROGRAM:
The training requires each participant to take the S course online training, and then complete a 3 hour hands-on session to receive ASI certification. ASI certification means you can ride on any trail system in the United States.

ATVs will be provided for the training. Participants need to bring helmet, goggles, gloves, long-sleeved shirt, pants, over-the-ankle boots to take the course.

CANCELLATIONS:
Cancellations must be made in writing and e-mailed/faxed/postmarked to WVU Extension Service Mingo County Office at 304-235-0575.