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Oregon Parks and Recreation Department: ATVs

Lyon Off-Road Certification Center
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Lyon Off-Road Certification Center is run by Stephen and Darlene Lyon with several locations in Western Oregon and South West Washington.  Also, Lyon Off Road Comes to you at any location you provide.  
 
The Lyon's offer quad (Class I) and motorcycle (Class III) training and evaluation courses for youth and adults.   Pre-registration is required.  (Walk ins are welcomed at Steve's ATV Rental) Youth 15 and under must have an adult.   Loaner machines are available upon prior request. (At Steve's ATV Rental full availability)   Additional training available if needed for new and inexperienced riders upon request.

To register Call 503-949-7707 

Click here to access hands-on training courses provided by Lyon Off-Road.

 
NOTE: Because this is a relatively new feature, many training events may not show yet. Therefore we encourage you to also utilize the enrollment process for the course you want to sign up for to find additional training opportunities.

Quad (Class I) and Motorcycle (Class III) Evaluation Courses
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www.lyonoffroad.com   

The purpose of this training course is to evaluate the skill level of riders and to replicate trail riding obstacles and evasive maneuvers they might encounter for safe riding while on state and public lands.   
 
Our course is 2 hours long and emphasizes safe riding and proper technique.
 
Our course covers a safety course review, major controls, rider bike fit, body and head position, starting and stopping, and evasive moves.
 
The course also includes pre-ride inspections, and training on loading and unloading, riding in groups and hand signals for trail riding.

OHV Safety Subsidy for Kids
There is currently no subsidy from OPRD for this provider
 
Because the cost to administer the course varies based on the course location, we urge you to contact Lyon directly for current prices