KATVA YOUTH PROGRAM

KATVA fully supports the OFATV Youth Rider program.  Information can be found on the OFATV website.

Please Remember there are risk's involved and any serious issues that could transpire will weigh heavily on you forever.  We have seen some children do very well on an ATV and also have seen others well into their teen years ride unsafely.   

Not all children develop the Physical Strength,  Physical Size,  Mental Skills and Emotional Maturity to master an off road vehicle, at age 12.


THE RULES

Children 12 to 16 years of age can operate a suitably sized ATV on our TRAILS as long as
  • They are accompanied by a  Parent or ADULT Guardian 
  • The Parent / Guardian must be in close visual and verbal proximity to Youth Rider at all times
  • The Parent / Guardian is to be in control of the situation at all times and is FULLY responsible for the safety of the Youth Rider

ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS.

  • Youth Rider  MUST NOT operate ATV On or Across any Road in Ontario.
  • ATV Must be Legal for our trail system. (Plated, Insured, KATVA Permit etc)
  • ATV must be of Correct Size for the Youth Rider.

KEEP IN MIND -  ONLY persons with Valid driver's licence can legally drive a vehicle on or across a road.   If the trail crosses a road, the Youth Rider must get off the ATV and have their Parent Guardian TAKE ATV ACROSS THE ROAD.

WHAT ATV's SHOULD THEY RIDE

YOUTH RIDERS SHOULD ONLY RIDE ATV's suitable for their age and size.
Youth Riders MUST not be riding ADULT ATV's. 
Please See the manufacturers AGE recommendation which by law should be affixed to the ATV.

SOME FACTORS TO CONSIDER:

  • Do Feet reach Foot Pegs while seated
  • Do Arms comfortable reaching Handle bars while seated
  • Are Handle Rars able to be moved lock to lock without undue body movement or effort
  • Are all controls/brakes easily operated without undue body movement or effort
  • Is Youth able to shift their weight and balance ATV when necssary over small inclines
  • Is Youth able to go from Sitting to Standing and back comfortable and as necessary
  • Does Youth understand the risk's involved, braking distances, trail etiquette etc
  • Is Youth able to assess the risk of trying to cross an obstacle and know when to ask for assistance.





YOUNG RIDERS