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11th Annual Wilberforce ATV Ride Hosted By The Wilberforce Curling Club

August 16 @ 7:30 am - 8:00 pm

Hello riders!!

 

Thank you again for participating in our 11th Anniversary event. It is quickly approaching on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Doors open at 7:30 am.

As a reminder, here are the details for the event and some important information about the day:

Event Location: Wilberforce Curling Club-2733 Essonville Line, Wilberforce, ON K0L 3C0

Please park at the Wilberforce Fairgrounds-2786 Essonville Line Wilberforce ON K0L 3C0 (behind the Curling Club and across from the LCBO/Foodland). There you will be directed by our parking marshals to your spot. There is ample space to unload your machines. Once unloaded, we ask that you move your machine(s) to our staging area next to the Curling Club.

Sign in begins at 7:30 am inside the Wilberforce Curling Club. Please follow the signs and enter at the rear of the building. Please proceed to the registration tables to sign in and get your meal tickets. A hot breakfast will be served consisting of scrambled eggs, peameal bacon, sausages, home fries and toast.

The ride will begin at 9:30 am. A map will be sent to you in a separate email for you to print should you wish. Please be respectful of our trails or we risk losing them. This ride is not a race. It is your responsibility to follow all applicable regulations while on the trails and of the Highway Traffic Act while operating on or across roads or highways.

Ride Preparation Reminder:

To enjoy your day even more, please ensure that your ATV is ready to go by:

  1. Cleaning your radiator before arriving for the ride. There will be mud/dust on the trails that could cause your machine to overheat.
  2. This ride covers all different types of terrain, please ensure that your valuables are secure before heading out.
  3. Have your license and insurance with you.
  4. Oil levels are good to go.
  5. Gas is available across the road as noted below.

Additional Key Points:

  1. Please check your tickets to ensure your registration details are correct. No substitute riders will be allowed without prior acknowledgement and approval from the organizers. We must be aware of who is participating in this event for legal and liability reasons should an incident or emergency occur. Please contact us at wccatvride@gmail.com prior to Wednesday, August 13, 2025 if you are requesting to register a substitute rider. Registrations will be considered final on this date and no further changes will be made after this date.
  1. You will receive your poker hand when you return to the Wilberforce Curling Club at the end of the ride.
  1. Doors will reopen at the Wilberforce Curling Club at 3:00 pm and a cash bar will be available.
  1. Please note that there are no ATM machines in Wilberforce so you will require cash for T shirts, dust masks, drinks & draws if interested.
  1. Prize draws will take place after everyone’s return.
  1. Dinner consisting of roast beef on a bun, assorted salads, assorted desserts and Kawartha Dairy vanilla ice cream will be served at approximately 5:00 pm.
  1. If you have food allergies or other sensitivities, please contact us at wccatvride@gmail.com as soon as possible and we will try to accommodate your request.
  1. The event closes at 8:00 pm sharp.
  1. Gas is available for purchase at the Wilberforce Service Centre Gas Station located directly across from the Lloyd Watson Centre.
  1. Lunch will not be provided so please pack one should you wish. Please be considerate of our community and trails and remember to pack in and pack out your garbage.
  2. An ATV hose down station will be available at the end of the ride provided by the Highlands East Fire Department. The hose down station will be located a short distance up Schofield Road which is directly across from the fire station. Donations are greatly appreciated by our fire service. Don’t forget to fill The boot!! (Still to be confirmed)
As you prepare for the trip, we want to bring your attention to the current environment we will be riding in. The area is experiencing extremely dry conditions, and a total fire ban is in effect in the area.This means no outdoor burning any time of day or night. Bonfires, fireworks, torches and the lighting of charcoal barbecues, as well as any other light sources that use an open flame, are prohibited. Cooking fires are also prohibited. Accordingly, this means no cooking on the trails. Bring a packed lunch should you wish.

At the present time there is no ATV ban or trail closure in place in our jurisdiction. However, due to this environment, there are a few important safety measures we need everyone to follow:

* Carry a portable ABC fire extinguisher: We strongly recommend that every ATV carry a portable ABC fire extinguisher. This is a critical precautionary tool given the current conditions should a fire be sparked by machine malfunction, or other means.

* No smoking: Please refrain from smoking during the ride. If you must smoke, only do so safely, and ensure all smoking materials are completely extinguished and not discarded in the bush or on the trails. Carry a portable ash cup or container with water and carry your smoking material butts back with you off the trails.

* Prevent sparks: Be mindful of your ATV’s operation to prevent any sparks. Ensure your equipment is in good working order and check for any potential issues that could lead to a fire hazard.

Your cooperation is essential for a safe and enjoyable ride for everyone. By taking these precautions, we can help protect the forest, the community, be responsible stewards of the trails and ensure we have a great event.

If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact me at wccatvride@gmail.com

Thank you,

Angela Penn
2025 Wilberforce ATV Ride Coordinator

 

Details

  • Date: August 16
  • Time:
    7:30 am - 8:00 pm

Venue

  • Wilberforce Curling Club
  • 2733 Essonville Line
    Wilberforce, Ontario K0L 3C0 Canada     + Google Map

4 thoughts on “11th Annual Wilberforce ATV Ride Hosted By The Wilberforce Curling Club”

  2. Admin

    Hi Les and thank you for your message. This year’s ride has been sold out for some time. Thank you for your interest and hopefully we will see you next year.

  4. Admin

    Hi Doug and thank you for your message. A map of the course was emailed to all of our registered riders earlier this week once inspected and finalized. If you are a registered participant, please check your email.

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