Ogemaw County ORV Tell~All: Wow we are busy!!!

Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Wow we are busy!!!

First of all I have not been able to really post My power cord caught on fire for my laptop so I am currently on my OLD laptop which is slower than molasses in winter.
We had our ribbon cutting ceremony last night on the Rose City ORV Trailhead. It was an awesome turnout. I will be posting pictures as soon as my new power cord gets here. Hopefully today seeing they said it was shipped out on the 12th. So come riding and visit the new trailhead. It is right in town and you can reach the gas stations and resturants in town. Remember that you CANNOT ride on M-33 even though it is named a different road in the town of Rose City it is still a state run road and you are not allowed to drive on it with an ORV or unlicesened motorcycle.
We have a busy weekend coming up. The Bent Wheels Cycle Club will be up this weekend in Rose City. They will be having runs on Saturday and Sunday. I posted their information on a prior posting. I am sure if you show up, they will let you join their awesome club and let you ride their events. They do have rules that you must follow and do have noise restrictions for your dirt bike. So come on up, it looks like a decent weekend to ride!!!
There will be a Ogemaw Sheriff' ORV patrol meeting tonight at Badlands so that everyone can get ready to patrol and keep everyone safe. Also to let everyone know that we also have patrolers that are on a Search and Rescue team so if you need help, just flag someone down and we will get things rolling for you.
Just want to remind everyone about the age restrictions for riding an ORV and a motorcycle. There are different requirements and age requirements for an ORV vs a Dirt bike. Please make sure you know the correct laws for the county that you are riding in.
Some trails and roads are open in Oscoda county but Forest Roads ARE NOT allowed to be riden on unless you are licensed by the State of Michigan. If you are going to end up in Oscoda County, PLEASE get yourself a State Forest map and STUDY it. I would really hate for anyone to get a ticket and the Forest Officers and the DNR have a NO TOLERANCE Policy towards ANY ORV or Motorcylce/Dirt Bike. Someone is always trying to rain on our parade and we are just trying to keep you updated so that you have a wonderful vacation without the tacked on cost of a "Costly" ticket.
So ride safe, ride with knowledge and most important of all, ride to have FUN!!!
See you on the trails!!!!

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taking MICHIGAN ORV LAWS

An ordinance for the regulation of operation of ORV's on streets and highways located with in Ogemaw County except as herein noted.
Sec.1*As used in this ordinance, the following definitions shall apply:*a). "ORV" means a motor driven off-road vehicle with forward movement made possible by the use of two, three, four or six wheels* with surface contact made by rubber tires.*b). Operation must be to the far right of the maintained portion of the road or street. An ORV may not be operated against the flow* of traffic. The maximum speed of operation is 20mph unless a lower speed limit has been posted.*c) . An ORV may not interfere with other traffic on the road or street. ORV's must travel single file except when passing.*d). An ORV may not be operated on the road surface, roadway, shoulder or right-of-way of any State Highway including but not * limited to M-55, M-30, M-33 or other State Highways in Ogemaw County. An ORV may not be operated within the city limits of * the City of West Branch unless the governing bodies of those municipalities specifically permits such use.*e). Sec. 8113: A person shall not operate an ORV:****a). unless wearing a crash helmet and protective eyewear. This does not apply if the vehicle is equipped with a**** roof that meets or exceeds standards and is wearing appropriate adjusted and fastened safety belt.*f). You CAN NOT transport any passenger in or upon an ORV unless the manufacturing standards for the vehicle make provisions for* transporting passengers. IE: Two-Up ORV or Utility Vehicle.*g). Prior to January 1, 2010 a person must display a lighted headlight and taillight when visibility is reduced. Beginning January 1, 2010, * any ORV operating on the road at any time must display a lighted headlight and taillight. A brake light must be brighter than the taillight,* visible when the brake is activated to the rear of the vehicle. Operation is permitted at all hours.*h). A person under age 12 may not operate an ORV on a street or road. A child age 12,13,14 and 15 may operate an ORV on* a road under the direct visual supervision of an adult and has in their immediate possession an ORV safety certificate.* Children younger than 16 may not operate a 3-wheeled ORV on a road. A child age 16 or 17 may operate without direct* visual supervision provided they have a valid drivers license or an ORV safety certificate in their possession. Michigan* will recognize an ORV safety certificate issued by states or a province of Canada.Sec.2*In the event an ORV is in an accident with another vehicle legally permitted to operate on the road or street, the owner of the ORV *shall be considered prima fascia negligent. The owner of an ORV does not qualify for no-fault/PIP benefits in the event of a single*vehicle accident or an accident with another ORV.Sec.3*Sec. 81147: Except as otherwise provided in this part, a person who violates this part is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by*imprisonment. the penalty for violating an ORV ordinance is a municipal civil infraction with a fine of not more than $500 and/or *damages to repair any damage to the environment, street, road or other public property. The fine and damages shall be deposited*into a local ORV fund. The penalty for creating an erosive condition or violating state environmental law is a misdemeanor punishable*by imprisonment for not more than 90 days and/or a fine of not less than $250 or more than $1000 for each violation. The penalty of*exceeding the 20 MPH limit can range from $50 to $150 or more if applicable.
ALL OF THE ABOVE INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.THE ABOVE SUMMARY IS BASED ON MCL PA451324.81101-50. PLEASE REFER TO SAID SECTION FOR THE COMPLETE ORVORDINANCE.

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Ogemaw County was the first county to allow ORV (Off Road Vehicle) riding on the shoulder of most county roads. Rose City is the host city that became the first city to allow the riding of ORV's within its city limits. Ogemaw County has all county and seasonal roads open to ORV's. The only roads not accessable to ORV's are State Roads, Ex: M-33, M-55 and I-75. Also two tracks and power lines are OFF LIMITS. Two tracks are also known as "logging trails". Snowmobile trails are off limits unless posted as a mixed traffic trail. Remember that the law states you must always wear a helmet. Only one (1) rider is allowed on a ORV unless the ORV is a legal two-up. All motorcycle and ORV's must have a current ORV sticker. Our posted speed limit is 20mph. Michigan has just adopted into law that grants access to ORV's to ride on allowable county roads. Please always check with the township that you are traveling in before riding and make sure you understand all the rules and regulations so that you will have an ENJOYABLE vacation.

Ogemaw County ORV Tell~All

Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Wow we are busy!!!

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