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Safety

THINK SAFE. RIDE SAFE. BE SAFE.

Helmets & Protective Gear
  • Canadian Standards Association D230 “Safety Helmets for Motorcycle Riders”
  • Snell Memorial Foundation “Standard for Protective Headgear”
  • The United States of America “Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 218” and bear the symbol DOT
  • American National Standard “Specifications for Protective Headgear for Vehicle User” Z90.1 (ANSI).
SXS & ATV
  • Insurance is required on all pilot roads.
  • Must carry a valid plate and registration.
  • Must meet all safety and ORV (Off-Road Vehicle) specifications.
  • Must conform to Prince Edward Island Highway Traffic Act definitions.
  • Must meet acceptable noise levels.
Rules For Riders
  • Must stay on designated rails
  • Must not trespass on private property or otherwise disrupt private landowners.
  • Must avoid sensitive and restricted areas at all times, especially wetlands & shores.
  • Must cross only at designated crossings or bridges when available.
  • Must yield the right-of-way to other trail users when approaching: pedestrians (walkers or joggers) have priority right of way always – slow to a crawl when approaching walkers or cyclists and pass with extreme caution – stop, pull over and shut your machine off when a horse and rider are approaching(do not pass or overtake a horse and rider).
  • Must pack out all your waste material.
  • Must know applicable local and provincial laws.
  • Must follow all warnings and stop signs.
  • Must obey trail officials and By-law Enforcement.
  • Must carry valid PEI ATV Federation trail permit
  • Must wear a helmet whenever in motion.
  • Must safely operate ATV.
  • Must refrain from excessive noise.