Gillett Sno Atv Riders

05/28/2026

New UTV Laws Coming June 1, 2026! 🚨

The Wisconsin DNR has announced several important regulation changes for UTV riders. These changes are designed to keep everyone safer on the trails—and it’s important to know them before you ride. 🏍️

Here’s what’s new:
• Seatbelts Required for ALL Occupants: Everyone riding in a UTV—operator and passengers—must wear a seatbelt while the vehicle is moving.
• Factory Seats Only: Passengers must ride in factory‑installed seating only. No aftermarket “bump seats,” no cargo box riding, and no improvised seating. 🚫
- Why This Matters: State officials note that about 95% of fatal off‑road crashes involve people who weren’t wearing a seatbelt, a helmet, or both. These changes aim to reduce preventable tragedies.
• New Window Tint Limits: UTVs now must follow strict window‑tint rules similar to standard passenger vehicles.
• New Towing Restrictions: Towing anything with a person onboard—on public trails or routes—is now strictly prohibited.
• Higher Penalties for Property Damage: Intentional damage to trails, roads, or private property can result in fines up to three times the cost of repairs.

Reminders of Existing Laws:
• Helmets Required Under Age 18: Anyone under 18—operator or passenger—must wear a DOT‑approved helmet. ⛑️✅
• Safety Certification Required: Anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 1988, and is at least 12 years old must complete a Wisconsin-approved ATV/UTV safety course and carry their certificate when riding on public land.

💻 For full details and a complete breakdown of the 2026 regulations, visit the Wisconsin DNR’s official guide: https://widnr.widen.net/s/vxqlbz9kc7/wisconsin-atv_utv-regulations

Ride smart. Stay safe. Know the rules before you hit the trails! 🏍️🌲

05/13/2026

Monthly meeting is being held tonight, Wed. May 13th at Wildfire Trails in Gillett. Meeting starts at 7:00 pm.

04/25/2026

Don’t forget to get your Summer Long Poker Run Books and get them stamped!

2026 GILLETT SNO & ATV RIDERS
SUMMER LONG POKER RUN AND EVENT INFORMATION!

Bean Bag Tournament - Registration 11:00
Noon Start (Boards and Bags provided) bring a partner.
Meat Raffles, Bucket Raffles, and 50/50's all day.
Walk around gun raffle **If you are not eligible to own a firearm, you may not participate in any gun raffle.
Poker Hands: 1:00-3:00pm
Bucket prizes drawn at 5:30
Serving Burgers, Brats, Beer, and Soda

LIST OF SUMMER LONG POKER RUN STOPS
172-9Mile All Sports Resort
192 Animal's Bear Trail Inn
228 Arrowhead Saloon
232 Article 15
242 Blue Spruce
Bullpen
Gillett R-Store
243 Gillett Shell
OJ's Midtown Restaurant
238 Old Smahin Bar
Old Still Saloon
130 Old Town Bar & Restaurant
136 Phill's Philling Station
Randy's Place Bar & BowL
Roxy & Rosie's Bar & Grill
Remi's Reel Em' Inn
Sandy Corners Bar & Grill
196 Schoolhouse Bar &Grill
Ship Wreck’D
210 Skinny Dave's Bar
222 South Shore Pub &Grill
247 Spirits of Gillett
Take A Chance In Advance
174 The Olive Pit
The Shop
180 Thunder Lake Bar&Grill
182 Wheel Inn
Wildfire Trails Bar
Woody's Bar and Gril
227 Wouters'

Rules
$10 per Poker Hand payed at event
Pay out based on entries
5 Stops gets you 5 cards for poker hand
A card for every 5 stops after 5
Up to 10 cards for all 30 stops
Starts as soon as trails are open

Poker run ends at Club Building September 26, 2026
6021 Klaus Lake Rd Gillett, WI 54124
Poker Hand Drawing 1pm-3pm

04/22/2026

The 2026 ATV/UTV season is upon us with the trails opening this weekend!! Have fun but please be respectful and stay on the trails!

The Oconto County motorized trail system officially re-opens at 12:01 AM, Saturday, April 25, 2026. Please help keep the trails in great shape by staying on the marked routes.

Overall, trail conditions are good & will offer a safe & enjoyable riding experience, however, please be aware there are areas of deeper standing water throughout portions of the trail system.

Oconto County is opening April 25th but be aware of surrounding counties and differing opening dates. Check local rules before crossing county lines.

📍 Plan Your Trip
Check the link in the comments for our full ATV/UTV guide.

04/08/2026

Gillett Sno & ATV Riders meeting will be held tonight at Remi’s in Cecil. Meeting starts at 7 pm.

03/29/2026

Tournament:
1st: Brandon and Mike (trailside)
2nd: Troy & Trevor (father son)

Fun random partners:
1st: Duane & Dano
2nd: Jon & Brandon
3rd: Pammy & Mike

Thank you to all that came!

11/10/2025

Update: Monthly meeting scheduled for Wed., Nov 12th will be held at Randy’s place in Suring. Next meeting will be Dec 10th at The Old Still.