ATV Info & Quad Advice
Be nice...or else
So you already know the basic rules to ATV riding etiquette? What about your children? If you have not gotten down to helping your child master the art of ATV riding etiquette, it's time to do so now.
Here are some other informal ATV riding etiquette that you may not know of.
When you're out riding in a state recreation area, it would be good if you could look out for the information boards that they usually put up. The information board will give you a lot of information on the local wildlife and closures…and other important information and updates about the trail. Whatever it is, always remain on the right track…only the approved trails should be used because you do not know what is out there, and what you don't know is dangerous. Drill this into your kids' heads before heading out because this is an important rule. Overexcited and enthusiastic kids can easily forget.
Signaling to each other is also important when you're riding on the trail. Start learning up some basic ATV sign languages so that you can communicate even in weather-stricken situations where vocal sounds cannot be heard. Knowing the hand signals can help the leader manage their group better.
Even through a buddy system whereby two people are grouped together so that they can look out for each other, ATV riders should always side single file…not side by side. Not only does it obstruct from the other direction but chances of scraping wheels is higher this way.
Riding ATV on a trail that is clean and clear of rubbish is fun – teach your kids the importance of KEEPING the place clean. It's just too easy to throw the empty bottle aside thinking that people won't notice it. Well, the next ATV rider who comes along on the trail and stops at this precise moment will. Preserving the environment is important. Even if you think cleaning up the place is ridiculous, at the very least, leave with whatever you've brought. And that's not too much to ask for.