{"id":14872,"date":"2024-01-04T07:13:22","date_gmt":"2024-01-04T15:13:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/yakima\/?page_id=14872"},"modified":"2024-11-19T13:00:08","modified_gmt":"2024-11-19T21:00:08","slug":"atv-safety","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/yakima\/4-h\/projects-programs\/projects-and-programs-resource-library\/outdoor-adventures\/atv-safety\/","title":{"rendered":"4-H ATV Safety Project"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wsu-hero wsu-width--full wsu-pattern--wsu-light-radial-left  wsu-hero--style-boxed \">\n\t<div class=\"wsu-hero__background\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wsu-image-frame wsu-image-frame--fill\">\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2024\/07\/4H_Grows_Logo.jpg\"\n\t\tsrcset=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2024\/07\/4H_Grows_Logo.jpg 1313w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2024\/07\/4H_Grows_Logo.jpg 396w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2024\/07\/4H_Grows_Logo.jpg 792w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2024\/07\/4H_Grows_Logo.jpg 768w\"\n\t\tsizes=\"(max-width: 1313px) 100vw, 1313px\"\n\t\talt=\"4-H Grows Here logo in green with 4-H clover at right on a black background\"\n\t\tstyle=\"object-position: 50% 50%\"\n\t\t\/>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wsu-hero__overlay\">\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wsu-hero__content-wrapper\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wsu-hero__inner-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wsu-hero__title-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"wsu-hero__title\">4-H ATV Safety Project<\/h1>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wsu-hero__content\">\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-row wsu-row--halves\" >\r\n    \n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\r\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n<div class=\"program-contact \">\n\t\t\t<img\n\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/yakima\/wp-content\/plugins\/cahnrs-extension-plugin\/assets\/images\/four-h.png\"\n\t\t\theight=\"75\"\n\t\t\twidth=\"75\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"extension-program-icon\"\n\t\t\talt=\"Program Icon.\"\n\t\t>\n\t\n\t<div class=\"program-contact-info\">\n\t\t<h2>Program Contact<\/h2>\n\n\t\t\t\t\tAutumn Britt, 4-H Program Manager<br>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wsu-screen-reader-only\">Phone Number<\/span>509-588-7817\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wsu-screen-reader-only\">Email Address<\/span> \u2022\n\t\t\t<a href=\"mailto:autumn.britt@wsu.edu\">autumn.britt@wsu.edu<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\r\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-row wsu-row--halves\" >\r\n    \n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n\n<p>Youth ride ATVs recreationally and on the farm, but they don&#8217;t always do so with safety in mind.&nbsp; This project area teaches young people the importance of putting safety first when operating an ATV and gives them the knowledge they need to enjoy this hobby while taking fewer risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n<section  class=\"wsu-section\"  >\r\n        \n\n<p>Please note there are age restrictions on this project area:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Youth must be 8 by October 1st of the current 4-H year to be eligible for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Competitive situations, such as livestock shows or sales<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enrollment in large animal projects, including Beef, Dairy, Goat, Horse, Sheep, Alpaca\/Llama, and Swine<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enrollment in shooting sports projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Enrollment in projects using motorized vehicles<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enrollment in food preservation projects<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Cloverbuds (4-H youth ages 5-7) may participate in a number of age-appropriate activities, though they may not participate in competitive events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have questions about eligibility, please contact your county 4-H coordinator.<\/p>\n\n    <\/section>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Objectives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Youth will:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Understand how their ATV works and how to properly ride it<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn what equipment they will need to ride an ATV safely and how to choose the right protective gear<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discover how they can be interact responsibly with the natural environment while riding their ATV<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Familiarize themselves with local laws and ordinances that govern who may ride an ATV, when they can ride, and where they may ride<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2024\/01\/atvs-2751246_1280.jpg\" alt=\"Two ATVs driving away from the viewer on a path through the woods\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4-H ATV Safety Curriculum<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Available from the extension office and online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shop4-h.org\/products\/4-h-atv-safety\">4-H ATV Safety<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4-H ATV Safety is a project book designed for use by individual members! Appropriate for all age levels, these lessons rely in large part on information from the ATV Safety Institute and are designed to put safety first. Covers getting familiar with your ATV, protective gear, riding techniques, safe strategies and safe practices, and respecting the environment. Includes practice records. Enrollment in an ASI RiderCourse is recommended but not required. <a href=\"https:\/\/ohio4h.org\/atvsafety\">The 554GPM ATV Safety, Leaders Guide, is available&nbsp;here<\/a>. \u00a92023<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.purdue.edu\/county\/elkhart\/_docs\/4H-ATV-Rider-Handbook.pdf\">ATV Adventures! Rider Handbook (PDF)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Riders must be educated about safe operation of ATVs before they climb on board. Some operators decide they can handle large, powerful machines without training or instruction. Most operators, however, ride safe enough to avoid mishaps. Welltrained riders have more knowledge and skills to offset risk factors. When it comes to ATV use, it should be normal to be well trained, ride at&nbsp; appropriate speeds, and avoid risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Washington 4-H Records, Forms, and Guides<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For youth members<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Coming soon!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For adult helpers and club leaders<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Coming soon!<\/em><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\r\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"792\" height=\"198\" src=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2024\/01\/atv-safety-792x198.png\" alt=\"Cartoon background of grass, trees, and sky with an ATV at right. Title &quot;ATV Safety&quot; lower left over the grass\" class=\"wp-image-14875\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2024\/01\/atv-safety-792x198.png 792w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2024\/01\/atv-safety-396x99.png 396w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2024\/01\/atv-safety-768x192.png 768w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2024\/01\/atv-safety-1536x384.png 1536w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/40\/2024\/01\/atv-safety.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 792px) 100vw, 792px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Helpful Resources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Activity Ideas<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=SJDusp6kEPU\">ATV Safety for Young Riders (YouTube video)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This episode of &#8220;Across the Fence&#8221;, produced by University of Vermont Extension, covers safety basics, shows riders how to determine if an ATV is a good fit, and discusses what to look for in safety equipment and protective gear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Washington Specific Reference Material<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/app.leg.wa.gov\/rcw\/default.aspx?cite=46.09.455#:~:text=(b)(i)%20A%20person,speed%20limit%20of%20sixty%20miles\">Authorized and prohibited uses for wheeled all-terrain vehicles &#8211; Washington State Legislature<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Laws governing ATV use at the state level &#8211; local laws may be more restrictive, check with the municipality before riding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dol.wa.gov\/vehicles-and-boats\/vehicle-registration\/register-road-vehicles\/registering-wheeled-all-terrain-vehicles-watv\">Regstering wheeled all-terrain vehicles<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn how to license different types of wheeled all-terrain vehicles (WATV) including motorized, non-highway vehicles with handle bars, and utility-type vehicles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.waatva.org\/atv-registration\">ATV Operation in Washington State &#8211; Washington ATV Association<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.waatva.org\/\">Washington ATV Association<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs.usda.gov\/Internet\/FSE_DOCUMENTS\/stelprd3799973.pdf\">OHV Use on National Forest in Washington and Oregon (PDF)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Information on riding in the National Forests, including an overview of laws from both Washington and Oregon, as well as those from the National Forest Service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Reference Material<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">From 4-H Programs<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.purdue.edu\/4-H\/_docs\/projects\/atv-safety-and-operator-skills\/safety-handouts.pdf\">ATV Safety Handouts (PDF)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/extension.msstate.edu\/publications\/safe-riding-tips-4-h-atv-safety\">Safe Riding Tips:&nbsp; 4-H ATV Safety &#8211; Mississippi 4-H<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">From Higher Education Institutions<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">From Related Organizations, Journals, and Professionals<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/atvsafety.org\/free-booklets\/\">ATV Safety Institute Free Booklets<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Safety tips and booklets available as downloadable PDFs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h5 id=\"unique-id-1__65161\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\">Kits, Projects, and Activities from National 4-H<\/button>\r\n    <\/h5>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__65161\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p><em>None at this time.<\/em><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-cta \" >\n\t<a \t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/yakima\/4-h\/projects-programs\/projects-and-programs-resource-library\/outdoor-adventures\/\"\t\n\t\tclass=\"wsu-button  wsu-button--style-action\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\tBack to Outdoor Adventures Project Areas\t\t\t<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-cta \" >\n\t<a \t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/yakima\/4-h\/projects-programs\/projects-and-programs-resource-library\/\"\t\n\t\tclass=\"wsu-button  wsu-button--style-action\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\tBack to Projects and Programs Resource Library\t\t\t<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\r\n\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Youth ride ATVs recreationally and on the farm, but they don&#8217;t always do so with safety in mind.\u00a0 This project area teaches young people the importance of putting safety first when operating an ATV and&amp;hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":0,"parent":14024,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_tec_requires_first_save":true,"_EventAllDay":false,"_EventTimezone":"","_EventStartDate":"","_EventEndDate":"","_EventStartDateUTC":"","_EventEndDateUTC":"","_EventShowMap":false,"_EventShowMapLink":false,"_EventURL":"","_EventCost":"","_EventCostDescription":"","_EventCurrencySymbol":"","_EventCurrencyCode":"","_EventCurrencyPosition":"","_EventDateTimeSeparator":"","_EventTimeRangeSeparator":"","_EventOrganizerID":[],"_EventVenueID":0,"_OrganizerEmail":"","_OrganizerPhone":"","_OrganizerWebsite":"","_VenueAddress":"","_VenueCity":"","_VenueCountry":"","_VenueProvince":"","_VenueZip":"","_VenuePhone":"","_VenueURL":"","_VenueStateProvince":"","_VenueLat":"","_VenueLng":"","_tribe_blocks_recurrence_rules":"","_tribe_blocks_recurrence_description":"","_tribe_blocks_recurrence_exclusions":"","_expiration_date":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/yakima\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/14872"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/yakima\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/yakima\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/yakima\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/yakima\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=14872"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/yakima\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/14872\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":21267,"href":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/yakima\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/14872\/revisions\/21267"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/yakima\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/14024"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/yakima\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14872"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/yakima\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=14872"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/yakima\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=14872"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}