Assumptions for OFATV/EOTA Trail Use
As an off-road experience, ATVing is an inherently risky activity. The OFATV/EOTA assumes every rider using an OFATV/EOTA Prescribed Trail understands and accepts that:
All atvs will be operated under a lawful trail use permit
All operators and passengers willingly use the trails at their own risk
Operators and passengers know and will obey the law, including, The Occupiers’ Liability Act, and the Trespass to Property Act
It is recognized and accepted that atving is essentially an off-road activity taking place in the natural environment
The OFATV/EOTA is a volunteer-based organization with finite resources and manpower
It is not practical, possible or desirable to maintain all trails uniformly or to remove all potential hazards
The OFATV/EOTA is providing the privilege of trail access without any guarantee of service or quality
Operators and passengers will not consume alcohol prior to or while using the trails
Operators and passengers will be prudent and responsible and shall ensure that atvs are operated with appropriate care and control at all times
Operators and passengers know how to atv competently and understand that the operation of atv requires full cognitive abilities
Weather conditions affect trails and atv operation and they may change without warning
The maximum speed on trails is 50 km/h unless reduced by law or conditions
There may be permitted users on the trail other than atvers
Operators will stay to the right of the trail notwithstanding that there are no centre lines
Operators know that there may be grooming or other maintenance activities under way at any time of the day or night which may take up the whole or any part of the trail and have the right of way
Operators and passengers know that atv trails are not engineered highways
Operators and passengers are aware that emergency and cell phone service may not be available
Operators and passengers are aware that there are generally no legal requirements for signage on trails and, when provided, it is only for assistance and convenience
Operators and passengers know that atving on OFATV/EOTA trails is regarded as a family-oriented activity
Operators and passengers know the unique and particular dangers of water crossing
The grooming and maintenance of trails, when provided, is meant solely to enhance the comfort and enjoyment of the safe and prudent operators and passengers
Operators and passengers will dress appropriately for all conditions and will have appropriate safety and emergency equipment at all times
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