ATV Safety

Our club has 2 ATV safety instructors certified by the Canada Safety Council. 

ATV Safety

Our club has an ATV safety Instructor certified by the Canada Safety Council.

Conservation Awareness

The Crowsnest Pass, South Western Alberta, and South Eastern British Columbia are in North Americas spotlight of conservation issues. We cover the importance of Industry, Agriculture and Recreation sharing our land. We as ATV riders must observe all the rules, staying on trails, keep out of riparian areas, stewardship of the land, and the respect of use by others.

Children and ATVsParent / Supervisor: 

When combining your kids and quads their safety becomes your responsibility.

Educate yourself about ATV safety and proper riding techniques before attempting to teach your youngster.

Avoid unsafe situations through close supervision.

Riders should always wear D.O.T. approved helmets, eye protection, gloves, long pants, long sleeved shirts or jackets and over the ankle boots.

Provide proper equipment for your child. The manufacture and Alberta Safety Council recommends that riders between 6-11 years use quads under 70cc. Riders between 12-15 years use 70cc to 90cc and riders 16 years and older use greater than 90cc.

Is your child ready to ride?·

- Does your child know the Quad controls and are they capable of reaching them while sitting comfortably on the seat as well as in an adjusted position while maneuvering during travel?

- Does your child display good coordination and balance?

- Does your child have good vision and distance judgment?

- Does your child understand instructions and follow rules?

- Does your child understand that unsafe actions result in injury?

- Proper mounting and dismounting

- Good posture -- hands on the handlebars and feet on the footrests at all times

- Develop smooth use of throttle control, shift lever and brakes while on a safe, level, unobstructed driving area.

ATV hands-on training for youngsters

There is no charge if your youngster is under 16 years of age.

The ATV Rider Course is about 4 hours in length. The lessons include: starting and stopping, quick turns, hill riding, emergency stopping & swerving, and riding over obstacles.

Class size: Youth 6 to 11years (maximum 4)
Youth 12 to 15 year’s minimum 4 (maximum 6)

Parents must attend the ATV course with youths between 6 to 11 years.

Parents should attend the ATV course with youths between 12 to 15 years.

The parent or guardian must sign the Participant Waiver Form for children under 18 years of age.

School ATV Safety Education

An ATV Safety Presentation for Elementary Schools        

The Crowsnest Pass Quad Squad has developed a safety presentation for Grade 5 or 6 students.

A 45-minute safety presentation is offered to your school free of charge, and at a time that is convenient for you.   Parents are also welcome to attend.

The presentation is on the safe operation of an ATV, being safe while riding, a safe machine, safety equipment, and the safety of our environment. The Instructor utilizes some hands on practical examples of safety, an 8-minute training video produced by Artic Cat, examples of safety equipment, and discussion of environmental issues including a 3-minute video produced by the Alberta Fishing Television.

Many teachers have indicated that the information presented is an excellent supplement to the health curriculum topic on ATV safety.   (W-5.9) 

The number of accidents, hospitalization, and deaths on ATVs is well documented by studies and reports.  It is our goal to reduce these incidents through education and to make every participant aware of the need to “tread lightly” on the land on which we ride.

We invite you to visit our web site, www.cnpquadsquad.com that details our commitment to the safety of trails, protection of our environment, and a safe riding experience.Please do not hesitate to call me at (403) 687-3780 or e-mail offroadconnections@shaw.ca  if you have any questions about this program or to book a presentation.

Don PetersSafety Coordinator  

Conservation Awareness

The Crowsnest Pass, South Western Alberta, and South Eastern British Columbia are in North Americas spotlight of conservation issues. We cover the importance of Industry, Agriculture and Recreation sharing our land. We as ATV riders must observe all the rules, staying on trails, keep out of riparian areas, stewardship of the land, and the respect of use by others.