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Overview

The main purpose of the ORV safety education course is to educate and develop safe, knowledgeable and responsible ORV owners and operators. Topics covered include correct riding techniques, protective equipment, understanding terrain and trail operation, laws and regulations, causes and prevention of crashes, and environmental concerns and reporting responsibility. 

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Description

Any ORV operator under 16 years old riding on public or private land is required to pass an approved ORV safety course. Michigan’s ORV education course is taught by a dedicated core of certified volunteer instructors, sheriff’s deputies and Michigan conservation officers. 

About the Class: 
  • In person, traditional classroom setting 
  • 6 hours minimum class time 
  • Written test (80% or better to pass) 
  • No minimum age requirement; however, students under 10 years of age shall be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian or other adult approved by parent or legal guardian. 
Managed & Approved by:

Michigan Department of Natural Resources


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Mar 2025

ORV Safety Education

Registration Open 39 of 49 seats remaining

Location:

Holland Fish & Game Club
10840 Chicago Dr
Zeeland, MI 49464
Date & Times:
Mar 30, 2025 9:00AM - 3:00PM EST

Taught by:

Marc Shankel

Apr 2025

ORV Safety Education

Registration Open 12 of 20 seats remaining

Location:

Cheboygan County Building
870 South Main Street
Cheboygan, MI 49721
Date & Times:
Apr 19, 2025 9:00AM - 4:00PM EST

Taught by:

Earl J Manuel

ORV Safety Education

Registration Open 10 of 25 seats remaining

Location:

Outdoor Adventure Center
1801 Atwater Street
Detroit, MI 48207
Date & Times:
Apr 26, 2025 9:00AM - 3:00PM EST
Apr 27, 2025 9:00AM - 3:00PM EST

Taught by:

Patrick S Endres

May 2025

ORV Safety Education

Registration Open 35 of 35 seats remaining

Location:

Blue Lake Township Hall
10599 Twin Lake Rd NE
Mancelona, MI 49659
Date & Times:
May 03, 2025 9:00AM - 4:00PM EST

Taught by:

Rick Norey
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