OFATV E-Bulletin - Premiere Issue

Congratulations from the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV):

The OFATV as a volunteer driven, not-for-profit organization, representing trail riders in Ontario needs to be commended on its newest initiative, the introduction of the OFATV E-Bulletin.

This e-newsletter is a quick and easy way to find out what’s new with the OFATV and a great way for clubs and riders to keep in touch with the ATV riding community across Ontario.

A NOTE from the Ontario Federation
of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC)

Congratulations on the first issue of the new OFATV electronic newsletter. This is yet another solid step in the continuing development of responsible ATV use in Ontario.

A lot is riding on the creation of sustainable organized ATV trail opportunities across the province and we wish you every success in this regard.
Bruce Robinson - OFSC President

Mike Holmes' ATV Ride in
Support of the Holmes Foundation.

Meet Mike Holmes and his Crew and join us on a ride that will changes people's lives. Saturday June 14, 2008 at CFB Borden, near Angus Ontario. Ride Registration is just $50.

Congratulations OFATV!!!
Hold your mouse over the logo to read the message from that group...

OFATV Memberships Expire on March 31st!
With March 31st fast approaching, the time is near to renew your OFATV trail permit. If you renew before March 15th, you will be automatically entered into our early bird draw, for a chance to win a 2007 Kymko Mongoose 250cc ATV!!

Trillium Trails Gold Pass Update
The Ontario Trails Council Board of Directors approved the enactment of the Trillium Trail Network Gold Pass. Existing pass systems of EOTA and OFATV are being sold in support of the development of a province wide passed trails system.

Meet the new Executive of the OFATV
Meet your newly elected Executive Team. Bruce Murphy has moved to the position of the OFATV President; Don Goulet, is now Vice President; and Skye Little 2nd Vice President. Phil Buzzell remains in the position of Secretary/Treasurer.

Why should YOUR Club be an OFATV member club?
Membership has its privileges, from discounted insurance to information and resource sharing, trade show space, trail signage, wardening packages and referral of new riders to your club. It's a win-win, with the ultimate goal of representing the safe, responsible ATV community in Ontario.

Trail Development Report
The COHV (Canadian Off Highway Vehicle Distribution Council) has approved the $100,000 for trail enhancement projects such as bridges, culverts, and general trail repair, trail development, and signage.

An important reminder about Snowmobile Trails
We would like to remind all ATVers that any trail in Ontario that is designated an OFSC
snowmobile trail is CLOSED to ATV riding. Click more info for details.

Youth Rider Safety Program
As ATVs gain in popularity, the rate of injuries in children and youth has reached an all-time high. The OFATV is addressing this issue with a NEW proposed program for rider safety.

YORK University ATV Health Study
The (COHV) and its funding partners the (AQCC) and the (MCC) are please to announce that they are initiating a national indepth study on the Fitness and Health Benefits of Recreational Off-Road Vehicle (OHV) riding.

This is YOUR Newsletter ... get involved by...

Giving us your opinion - what works, what doesn't? How do you like us so far?
Sending us YOUR photos to post on the site
Writing a letter to the editor, suggesting improvements or offering new ideas.

OFATV Member Clubs (click on a logo for more details)

Talbot Trail
ATV Club

Great Lakes
ATV Club

North Simcoe
ATV Club

Essex County
ATV Club

Eastern Ontario
ATV Club

Baxter
ATV Trail

Central Ontario ATV Club

Dufferin Grey
ATV Club Inc

The OFATV congratulates our newest member clubs.
	Johnstown ATV Club and Haldimand & Area ATV Club Haldimand was a Chapter of Great Lakes ATV Club and had such a large number of members, that they were able to become a Club in Good Standing of their own.