Ogemaw County ORV Tell~All: 2010

Friday, May 28, 2010

Memorial Weekend

Today is the start of the "official" summer season here. M33 is PACKED, had a hard time making a left hand turn today heading south. Should prove to be fun getting out of the parking lot to head home tonight!!! Looks like alot of bikes and quads heading north. Have a wonderful weekend. Remember to refresh yourself on all the laws for the county you are riding in. Remember that a bike MUST have a headlight and taillight in ALL counties for Michigan. Stay safe and most of all HAVE FUN!!!!!
See you on the trails!!!

Thursday, May 13, 2010

MEMORIAL WEEKEND BUGGY RUN

LAST YEAR THEY HAD A FALL COLOR TOUR. 21 BUGGIES SHOWED UP. THIS YEAR THEY ARE PLANNING ON 3 RUNS, MAY-AUGUST-OCTOBER 2010. SO COME ALONG AND JOIN IN ON THE GOOD TIMES AND FRIENDS.

MAY 29-30, 2010.
RIDING WEST BRANCH, ST. HELEN AND ROSE CITY AREAS.
WILL BE STOPPING IN ONE OF THE TOWNS TO EAT LUNCH.
WILL BE MEETING AT:
THE CAMP RESTURANT
5810 N M30
GLADWIN MI 48624
989-426-6255
10AM
BE THERE!!!!

THERE IS THE NORTHWOODS MOTEL NEXT DOOR TO THE CAMP 5800 N M30 989-426-4021
YOU MAY CAMP OUT BEHIND THE BAR/RESTURANT OR THERE IS AN OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMPGROUND ON LAKE GEORGE OR STATE LAND AROUND MANY PLACES TO CAMP OUT FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: JIM AT 989-737-4424 OR RICK AT 989-343-0239.

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AUGUST 13-14-15, 2010
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3 miles off I-75 at exit 222
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Friday, April 16, 2010

Did someone say SPRING????

Well we are well into April and they are forcasting the nasty four letter word. We are seeing people heading up and riding. Went for a ride today. No one out yet. I am sure we will start seeing alot more when Mother Nature decides to give us good weekends and the kids get out of school.
See people starting to get rooms at Scenic Hotel in Rose City. That is a good sign.
Anyone interested in joining the Ogemaw County ORV Sheriff Patrol, a meeting is being held at the Klacking Township Hall on Tuesday April 20th at 7pm. Anyone can join as long as you have no criminal record. A background check is ran on every person that wants to be on the patrol through the Ogemaw County Sheriff Office. So waiting to see everyone who is returning and to all new members that are interested.
See you on the trails!!!

Thursday, January 7, 2010

Spring is just around the corner....

Well soon everyone will be out scoping out the trails, getting them ready for quads and bikes. The jeep is screaming to get out of the garage but every time we open the door, it shivers and wants its cover back on. That's what we get for buying a jeep from Florida!!
Remember to get your trail permits, change the oil in your machine, check your tires and buy some new threads...
See you soon on the trails!

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.

Get To Know Us!

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