Moab OHV Requirements...Must Read!

[ravencr]

Hey folks,

Here's the information you'll need to make sure you have all the necessary permits for the Rally.

The following states will allow you to use your resident state's OHV stickers in Moab. If your state is not on the list, you'll have to get a UTAH OHV sticker (Please see below):

California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
Idaho
Indiana
Kansas
Michigan
Minnesota
Montana
North Dakota
Ohio
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Texas
Vermont
Washington

Okay, if your state is not on the list above, you'll need a permit from Utah. Please go here for the non-resident OHV application: http://www.stateparks.utah.gov/ohv/d...pplication.pdf

My recommendation would be to do this ahead of time, and not wait till you get into town. But, if you're a procrastinator, here's the local places you can get it done as well:

DEAD HORSE POINT
STAR ROUTE 313
MOAB, UT, 84532-0609
435-259-2614

ELITE MOTORCYCLE TOURS
1310 MURPHY LANE
MOAB, UT, 84532
435-259-7621

MAVERIK COUNTRY STORE
985 S HWY 191
MOAB, UT, 84532

When applying in person, you will need the following:
1. Proof of residency: drivers license or other state issued identification.
2. Proof of ownership
Revenues generated from OHV user fees are dedicated to construction, improvement, operation and maintenance of OHV trails.

Okay, last but not least, if you have children that will be riding a UTV, ATV, or dirtbike, you need to call 800-648-7433 and ask for the non-resident course testing materials. They will send you a manual, test, and answer sheet that your children will have to pass(in your presence ), so it shouldn't be hard. They will then issue you a 30 day temp permit, and keep in mind they will need to be 8 years old to when they get a driver's license to fit into this category.

I called one of the registration places, and they said if your UTV is street legal, and you are visiting less than 14 days, no sticker is necessary. Also, he said UTV's legal to drive in AZ are not legal to drive on the streets in UT.

Once again, I'd highly recommend doing all of this way ahead of time, especially if you have children. You can't do the children's requirement when you get there, so make sure you don't wait too long.

Chris

[66cummins]

************Please Read***************

Participants provide their own four wheel drive vehicle, take care of
their own food and non-alcoholic beverages for the trip. Suggested
essentials, beyond plenty of water, include sun protection, and layered
clothing in case of changing weather circumstances that are always a
possibility during the spring in southeastern Utah.

There is truly something for everyone here in Moab Utah. That is why it
is referred to so often as the Mecca of 4wheeling! A few trails are nearly
accessible for 2 wheel drive vehicles, while the most difficult runs
require seriously modified vehicles..

Vehicles will be inspected prior to any guided runs leaving the arena.

Vehicle safety equipment is extremely important. It is essential that
participants stay on the designated routes (as well as everyone enjoying
the backcountry near Moab Utah), and that some basic rules are followed.
By signing the registration, be sure to read that you agree to these
conditions. They are:

RULE 1: " A vehicle must have a roll bar to participate in the Utv Rally
and have seatbelts for all occupants. The roll bar must cover all
occupants."

RULE 2: " Vehicles must have safety equipment adequate for legal operation
in Utah. We mean seat belts, and we urge everyone to use them. Having
proper brakes, lights, etc. is implied in this rule and should go without
saying."

Rule 3: " All vehicles will be escorted to and from the trails by local
Law Enforcement. Unauthorized travel not recommended."

RECOMMENDATIONS: We recommend that each vehicle carry a fire extinguisher,
first aid kit, tow strap, and spare tire.

What about Permits? All of the trips travel across federal and Utah state
lands on established roads, and even through some private land sections.
Most road/trails are left over from the mining days which provided a boom
to the area in the 1950s. STAY ON THE TRAIL/ROADS. The organization files
the required permits according to the number of participants in each
group, and pays the associated fees which are included in the cost of
registration. It is critical that participants respect the land and follow
the leaders staying to the designated route. This is absolutely essential
for anyone visiting the backcountry in and around Moab Utah throughout the
year.

[ravencr]

The 2008 Moab UTV Rally Schedule of Events has been posted here: Moab UTV Rally - Schedule of Events!

Chris