ATV

As visitors and residents look to getting outside more over the upcoming holiday weekend, the Wisconsin DNR is encouraging people to do so safely.

The Wisconsin DNR hopes people interested in riding an ATV or UTV will get a safety certification

Many towns which have already opened up their county roads and town roads have seen a shift for the better in the economy, while other towns have their doubts about opening up the roads

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources wants people to watch out for dangerous conditions when riding recreational vehicles like ATV’s or snowmobiles

The Oneida County Sheriff’s Office says 66-year-old Jay Zeivel died at the scene due to injuries sustained from the ATV accident.

The Wisconsin DNR and local law enforcement will be increasing patrols on ATV and UTV routes this weekend.It’s part of the annual Think Smart Before You Start campaign.

ATV and UTV trails are opening across the region.Wisconsin DNR Conservation Warden Tim Otto talks with WXPR’s Katie Thoresen about what riders need to know to safe stay on the trails.

A sure sign that summer is drawing closer, trails and campgrounds are starting to open for the season.

Right now, no counties in Wisconsin have their snowmobile trails open.Some ATV clubs in Vilas County are requesting the county to change its rules so that ATVs can fill a gap left by snowmobilers this winter.

In potentially dangerous winter conditions, it’s important to be careful when operating recreational vehicles like ATVs or UTVs during the extended riding season.