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2010 RIDES AND EVENTS |
There are new rides and events this year. This page may be updated at any time so check for changes. Normally we do not plan activities on long weekends to give you time with the family. However, we have planned a special weekend for members of OFATV and EOTA. Check out labour day weekend. For HATVA events you need to confirm your attendance by email. Check this website BEFORE you head out to make sure an event or ride has not been moved or cancelled.
The time shown is the time we LEAVE from the meeting location. Rides (unless otherwise stated) require HATVA membership or trail pass. Buy your pass or membership online BEFORE you arrive at the event. Please drive with your low beam headlights on during the rides. Most of the events are full day events and often take 5-7 hours to complete.
New riders are encouraged to attend beginner rides. Other riders will assist you during the ride if you encounter difficulties or need help with your ATV.
HATVA has a zero tolerance for impaired operation of an ATV.
For riders intending to participate on a specific ride, you need to contact the ride co-ordinator before the ride. This email can be used to confirm start time (usually 10:00 am), the meeting location, weather conditions, food arrangements, trail conditions, allowance of road driving, length of the ride and/or any questions. You may also contact HATVA through our info line 705-286-6823 or this website.
The Haliburton Forest is open for ATV riding from December 1 to March 31 each year. Contact them directly for trail conditions.
The Haliburton Rail Trail opens June 1 each year for ATV usage.
TRADE SHOWS:
TORONTO SPORTSMEN'S SHOW is on NOW!!!
Wednesday, March 17 to Sunday, March 21
Held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre on Front Street and Bremner Blvd. immediately east of the CN Tower. HATVA has booth number 3547, which is in the south building. You can buy all permits and yearly memberships at the booth. Our new trail map book is available at the booth as well.
HALIBURTON SPORTSMEN’S SHOW
Friday, July 16 to Sunday, July 18
Held at the arena on Mountain Street in Haliburton village. HATVA has booth 40 & 41.
MAYNOOTH MADNESS Saturday, September 4
Held at Logger's Field in Maynooth, Ontario.
MARCH
TORONTO SPORTSMEN'S SHOW is on NOW!!!!
Wednesday, March 17 to Sunday, March 21
Held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre on Front Street and Bremner Blvd. immediately east of the CN Tower. HATVA has booth number 3547, which is in the south building. You can buy all permits and yearly memberships at the booth. Our new trail map book is available at the booth as well.
APRIL
FIVE POINTS SPRING FLING RIDE Saturday, April 17
Intermediate/expert ride. Meeting at 10 am in Gooderham at the Community Centre, at Hwys. 503 and 507. A chance to get the ATV out and start the year off right! There is usually still snow on the ground.
Email ride co-ordinator: gtspencer@hotmail.com
HALIBURTON FAM RIDE Saturday, April 24
All riders welcome to come out and experience the HATVA trails. This is a complimentary FAMILIARIZATION event (as in FAM Tour) with free barbeque for all members and non member prospects. You do not need a pass for this event. HATVA will take care of the insurance and pass costs! We ask that non members come with a sponsor member OR call us ahead if you want to attend and don't have a sponsor. This event will include an all day guided trail ride, trail pass and barbeque. Limited to 75 participants. Meeting at the South Wind Motel and Campground on county road 121, two minutes south of Minden. You should be at the motel by 9 am if you are not accommodating there. The ride will depart at 10 am. There are some sections of road riding involved so 2ups can stage at the trail head. We will be riding through the village of Minden enroute to other trails. Special room and cottage packages for $25 per person per night (based on a two night stay) for those who want to come Friday night or stay Saturday night. www.southwindmotel.ca
Email ride co-ordinator: clayton7@sympatico.ca
ALGONQUIN WEST AWATV SECOND SPRING POKER RUN
Saturday, April 24
For details go to link AWATV News/Events on: www.haliburtonatv.com
Email ride co-ordinator: algonquinwest@bellnet.ca
NORTH HASTINGS NHATV ICE BREAKER RIDE Saturday, April 24
For details go to link NHATV News/Events on: www.haliburtonatv.com
Email ride co-ordinator: billandpat@nexicom.net
MAY
TRAIL WARDEN TRAINING Saturday, Date to be announced
Want to be an HATVA Trail Warden? Come out and learn the requirements and be trained. Training takes about 4 hours. Meeting at the Haliburton Highlands High School south parking lot 10 am. The County Warden may attend to help out and offer advice for problem situations.
Email event co-ordinator: info@haliburtonatv.com
HATVA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Saturday, Date to be announced
Members please join us for our AGM Location to be posed on this web site.
Email event co-ordinator: info@haliburtonatv.com
WILBERFORCE TO GOODERHAM RIDE Saturday, May 1
Beginner to expert. Like to go exploring on your ATV? So do we, so come and travel 100 kms of trails. More details to follow.
Email ride co-ordinator: info@haliburtonatv.com
NORTH HASTING NHATV MUD RUN Saturday, May 1
For details go to link NHATV News/Events on: www.haliburtonatv.com
Email ride co-ordinator: billandpat@nexicom.net
YOUTH ATV TRAINING Saturday, May 1
Certified youth atv training for ages 6-10. All atvs and safety equipment provided. Hosted by and held at the South Wind Motel and Campground on county road 121, two minutes south of Minden beginning at 10 am and continuing all day. Sessions are approximately 30 minutes each. No cost for children of HATVA members. Children of non members are encouraged to attend accompanied by a parent at a cost of $10 per child. A barbeque lunch is provided. www.southwindmotel.ca
Email event co-ordinator: tylerkukkonen@hotmail.com
ALGONQUIN WEST AWATV MEMBER RIDE Saturday, May 8
For details go to link AWATV News/Events on: www.haliburtonatv.com
Email ride co-ordinator: algonquinwest@bellnet.ca
FIVE POINTS FUND RAISER RIDE FOR TRAILS Saturday, May 8
This event is to raise funds for trail improvements. A huge barbeque will be held. Details to be announced.
Email event co-ordinator: info@haliburtonatv.com
"All TERRAIN VEHICLE MAGAZINE" MISERABLE LAKE RIDE
Saturday, May 15
Come out and meet the test riders and have first hand discussions about the new machines. Come and meet the editors of All Terrain Vehicle Magazine and share stories about the trails, quads, rides, etc.. For intermediate riders who want to move towards expert and expert riders who enjoy a challenging ride. Test your limits on off-camber situations, hills, etc.. Meeting at 10 am at the Minden Arena off Parkside Street. Lunch is supplied.
Email ride co-ordinator: steven.skidmore@sympatico.ca
NORTH HASTINGS NHATVA SPRING RIDE Saturday, May 15
For details go to link NHATV News/Events on: www.haliburtonatv.com
Email ride co-ordinator: billandpat@nexicom.net
HATVA WORK DAY Saturday, May 29
You wonder how the trails are so well maintained, it's not easy, and sometimes we need to take time away from our riding to do trail maintenance. HATVA is very proud of our trails and the working arrangement we have with our partners, land owners, municipalities and snowmobile clubs. We always need help. If you want to ride and help us in a project such as bridge redecking, trail marking, trail cleaning, etc., please contact us, we are very glad to have your help.
Email: admin@haliburtonatv.com
JUNE
THE ROCK EXPERT RIDE (Shoelace & Black River)
Saturday, June 5
This is a long day of riding in mostly deep woods. Mud, sweat and tears. Meeting at 10 am at the Firehouse Restaurant on Hwy. 35, 15 minutes north of Carnarvon. Arrive early if you want breakfast.
Email ride co-ordinator: bpjohnson@sympatico.ca
HATVA YAMAHA "BEAR RALLY" Saturday, June 12
Your opportunity to test the various Yamaha models. This is Yamaha's official ATV event in Ontario and you don't want to miss this one! Open 9:30 am to 3 pm. Activities include: guided demo trail rides all day, two hour poker run with Yamaha prizes (participants can do the poker run anytime during the day as long as the cards are in by 2 pm), parts and accessories showcase, service managers to answer technical questions, YRA (Yamaha Riding Academy) for youth ATV test rides with certified instructors, ATV games like teeter-totter, tire changer and water carry, major timed MUD BOG. FREE barbeque lunch provided by Yamaha, LOOT BAG with some Yamaha swag. Local Yamaha dealers from the area will also be present to meet and greet. Location will be at the South Wind Motel and Campground on county road 121, two minutes south of Minden. www.southwindmotel.ca Members and non members welcome.
Email event co-ordinator: gtspencer@hotmail.com
NORTH HASTINGS NHATV BUG RUN Saturday, June 19
For details go to link NHATV News/Events on: www.haliburtonatv.com
Email ride co-ordinator: billandpat@nexicom.net
HATVA MUD BOG Saturday, June 19
Hosted in conjuction with the "Minden Truck and Tractor Pull" at the Minden Community Centre and Fair Grounds off Parkside Street or Flemming Road. Bring your ATV and try the bog or come out to watch the fun. Details to follow.
Email event co-ordinator: clayton7@sympatico.ca
ALGONQUIN WEST AWATV MEMBER RIDE Saturday, June 19
For details go to link AWATV News/Events on: www.haliburtonatv.com
Email ride co-ordinator: algonquinwest@bellnet.ca
"THE CAN-AM RIDE" HOSTED BY PRENTICE POWER SPORTS
TO ANSON MOUNTAIN Saturday, June 26
This is a great ride for all levels of experience. Beginners will enjoy learning and can handle this ride. Sandwiches and refreshments will be provided for this ride on the trail. Meeting at 10 am at the Minden Arena off Parkside Street. 2ups can park and start at the trail head. Before the ride starts, we will collect donations for the Minden Food Bank, which are greatly appreciated.
Email ride co-ordinator: deakinx2@yahoo.ca
JULY
SHERBOURNE LAKE TO KAWAGAMA LAKE RIDE Saturday, July 3
Beginner/intermediate riding. Meeting at 10 am at the Ox Narrows Restaurant on Hwy. 35, 15 minutes north of Carnarvon. Arrive early if you want breakfast.
Email ride co-ordinator: bhtrask@xplornet.com
PINE SPRINGS SUMMER RIDE Saturday, July 10
Intermediate/expert. There are three trails to ride, a good look at Beaver Dam, Blue Grass and Tingy Lake trails. You have heard about them, now experience them for yourself. Meeting across from the dump on Pine Springs Road, 2 minutes west of Hwy. 35.
Email ride co-ordinator: info@haliburtonatv.com
HATVA WORK DAY Saturday, July 17
You wonder how the trails are so well maintained, it's not easy, and sometimes we need to take time away from our riding to do trail maintenance. HATVA is very proud of our trails and the working arrangement we have with our partners, land owners, municipalities and snowmobile clubs. We always need help. If you want to ride and help us in a project such as bridge redecking, trail marking, trail cleaning, etc., please contact us, we are very glad to have your help.
Email: admin@haliburtonatv.com
NORTH HASTINGS NHATV FUN RIDE Saturday, July 17
For details go to link NHATV News/Events on: www.haliburtonatv.com
Email ride co-ordinator: billandpat@nexicom.net.
HALIBURTON SPORTSMEN’S SHOW Friday, July 16 to Sunday, July 18
Held at the arena on Mountain Street in Haliburton village. HATVA has booth 40 & 41.
HALIBURTON TO GOODERHAM RIDE Saturday, July 24
Intermediate/expert ride. Meeting at the Haliburton Highlands High School south parking lot at 10 am. We will
ride the rail trail and Milburn and Contau Lake Roads to Gooderham, stop for lunch, then take the Gooderham and Wolf Lake trails back to Haliburton.
Email ride co-ordinator: steven.skidmore@sympatico.ca
ALGONQUIN WEST AWATV MEMBER RIDE Saturday, July 24
For details go to link AWATV News/Events on: www.haliburtonatv.com
Email ride co-ordinator: algonquinwest@bellnet.ca
AUGUST
KAWAGAMA LAKE TO ALGONQUIN Saturday, August 7
Intermediate ride. Meet at 10 am at the Dorset picnic area right on Hwy. 35 at the turnoff to the town of Dorset.
Email ride co-ordinator: tylerkukkonen@hotmail.com
ALGONQUIN WEST AWATV MEMBER RIDE Saturday, August 14
For details go to link AWATV News/Events on: www.haliburtonatv.com
Email ride co-ordinator: algonquinwest@bellnet.ca
NORTH HASTINGS NHATV SUMMER RIDE Saturday, August 14
For details go to link NHATV News/Events on: www.haliburtonatv.com
Email ride co-ordinator: billandpat@nexicom.net
PINE SPRINGS NIGHT RIDE
Saturday, August 14 to Sunday, August 15
Intermediate/expert ride. Meeting at the Fire House Restaurant on Hwy. 35, 15 minutes north of Carnarvon for dinner at 8 pm. Leaving before 10 pm for an all night ride in the Pine Springs area. Enjoy a bonfire along the way. Hugh will tell ghost and army stories. Returning in the morning at daylight. This is a very popular ride and space is limited.
Email ride co-ordinator: bhtrask@xplornet.com
HATVA/HIGHLANDS EAST FIRE DEPARTMENT POKER RUN
Saturday, August 21
Ride the newly mapped trails in the Highlands East area and support the Highlands East wards 4 and 5 Fire Department, a truly worthy cause. There is a 100 rider maximum. An all day ride on marked trails with supervising trail guides, suitable for all levels of riders. Registration opens at 7 am at the Lloyd Watson Community Centre, 2249 Loop Road in Wilberforce. Plate service breakfast included beginning at 7 am, bring your own lunch, plate service dinner is also included and served at 6 pm at the Wiberforce Community Centre. Poker hands and lots of prizes are part of the festivities. Cost is $65.00 per person.
Email event co-ordinator: aman98_98@yahoo.com
HALIBURTON RAIL TRAIL CLEAN UP Saturday, August 28
Meeting at 10 am at the Gelert Cemetery (where Gelert Road meets the rail trail). Volunteers are greatly appreciated. An easy ride to pick up litter.
Email: info@haliburtonatv.com
SEPTEMBER
OFATV AND EOTA MEMBERS INVITATIONAL WEEKEND
Saturday, Sunday, Monday September 4, 5 and 6
Members of OFATV and EOTA are invited to ride and enjoy HATVA trails all weekend at no cost and no HATVA permit is required. You MUST have proof of insurance and a valid permit from your organization with you. HATVA will cover the cost of insurance for the weekend on your behalf. You are not required to register with HATVA, just ride and enjoy.
HALIBURTON RAIL TRAIL FAMILY RIDE AND BARBEQUE
Saturday, September 11
A very easy ride, great for beginners, fun for all levels of experience. Meeting at 10 am at the Haliburton Highlands High School south parking lot. Let the family drive the ATV under your supervision. A barbeque lunch will be provided at Gelert. This is a good opportunity to ride 2up as there will be no road riding. There will be ONE hidden item for the kids to find. Before the ride starts, we will collect donations for the 4Cs Food Bank in Haliburton Village, which are greatly appreciated.
Email ride co-ordinator: deakinx2@yahoo.ca
PHOTOGRAPHER'S DAY Saturday, September 18
Spend a day taking pictures of the scenery and wildlife we enjoy in Haliburton. Slowly and carefully tour one of the best areas in Haliburton to see moose, deer, bears, wolves, birds of many types, lots of lakes and rivers and of course fall colours. Photography is the focus, not the ride. There will be many stops to take pictures. All levels of experience welcome. Meeting at 10 am at the Firehouse Restaurant on Hwy. 35, 15 minutes north of Carnarvon. Arrive early if you want breakfast. Space is limited for this event.
Email ride co-ordinator: deakinx2@yahoo.ca
NORTH HASTINGS NHATV "COOLEST RIDE RALLY" Saturday, Sept 18
For details go to link NHATV News/Events on: www.haliburtonatv.com
Email ride co-ordinator: billandpat@nexicom.net
ALGONQUIN WEST "COOLEST RIDE RALLY" Saturday, Sept 25
Forth annual event. Starting from the Kearney Legion. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included. 705-636-5188
For details go to link AWATV News/Events on: www.haliburtonatv.com
Email ride co-ordinator: algonquinwest@bellnet.ca
HATVA/STANHOPE FIRE DEPARTMENT POKER RUN Saturday, Sept 25
Beginner/intermediate and intermediate/expert separate runs. Thousands in prizes. Excellent food. Three meals!!! Buffet breakfast, on trail barbeque lunch, BIG buffet dinner. If you were at previous events you know how good the food was!! This was a big success last year and a worthy cause. Stanhope Fire Department uses the proceeds to bye safety equipment that could save your life on the trails. Book early to avoid disappointment. To pre-register without a computer contact Keith Thomas at 705-489-3548 evenings and 705-489-2711 days.
Online event registration link is: www.onlineregistrations.ca/stanhopeatv/index.php
Cost for the poker run is $75 which includes the three meals. HATVA guides will be riding the trails which are flagged. You must have an HATVA pass or a daily pass ($12) for this event. HATVA passes and memberships are available on site at registration or in advance at www.haliburtonatv.com under Online Passes button. The Stanhope Fire Department Hall is located on North Shore Road, 3 minutes north of Canarvon off Hwy 35. This event is limited to 200 participants.
OCTOBER
PORTERVILLE MUD RUN Saturday, October 2
Registration is open from 8 to 11 am at the Porterville Diner, 2367 Hwy. 127, Lake St Peter. The last hand will be drawn at 1 pm. The mud run is co-ordinated by Nancy at the Porterville Diner.
Email event co-ordinator: ncapstick@gmail.com
MADAWASKA FALL TOUR RIDE
Saturday, October 2 and Sunday, October 3
See fall colours at their peak along the picturesque Madawaska River and other areas. Meeting at the White Pines Resort on Centre Road in Lake St. Peter. Most will stay Friday and Saturday nights. Riding is Saturday and Sunday. Saturday is self-guided riding, so start when you wish, while Sunday will be guided and leaving at 10 am. Bring a lunch on Sunday. Saturday night we go to the Porterville Diner on Hwy. 127 in Lake St. Peter for dinner. Other meals you can plan for at your cottage. Book your accommodations directly with Glenn at White Pine www.whitepinecottages.ca or 613-338-2655. You may also consider Best Western Sword Inn about 25 minutes away in Bancroft. Trails are intermediate with some expert sections.
Email ride co-ordinator: linda905@rogers.com
FIVE POINTS GUIDED POKER RUN SAFARI Saturday, October 30
This ride is free to all HATVA members. Non members can join in for $25 or pick up an anniversary dated membership on the spot and ride for free. Set your own pace and follow approximately six hours of flagged trails. This was a great ride last year...come and enjoy! HATVA guides will be out on the trails to ensure everyone gets back safely. On your return you will play your poker hand. Meeting in the Tim Horton parking lot in Bobcaygeon at 9 am then leave to go to the trails at 10 am. Limited to 100 riders. Your odds are good to WIN! You must let us know you are coming in advance by emailing the ride co-ordinator: bpjohnson@sympatico.ca.
NOTE: Remember that hunting season in our area starts the week after Thanksgiving, October 11. It starts on October 18 and continues until mid November. We advise that you wear bright colours and be very careful.
NOVEMBER
FROST BITE RIDE Saturday, November 20
Wrap up the season with a frosty ride around the big loop of Miserable Lake. This is suitable for intermediate to expert riders. Meeting at 10 am at the Kawartha Dairy on Hwy. 35 in Minden.
Email ride co-ordinator: clayton7@sympatico.ca
DECEMBER
SANTA CLAUS PARADES:
Bring your ATV and show your colours and "RIDE FOR SANTA".
We participate in parades in Haliburton, Minden and Wilberforce. Dates are announced on the respective websites of each community.
Email: info@haliburtonatv.com
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