Polaris and Minnesota 4-H Increase Youth ATV Safety Training By a Enjoyable Interactive Adventure

The ATV Adventure Academy: Trailblazers  expertise introduces youth to foundational safe-riding practices in an attractive, trail-themed digital surroundings to make studying enjoyable whereas sparking curiosity in outside journey and future using experiences. Built round interactive decisions, animated sequences, and a path map with progressive ranges, the Trailblazers security journey immerses youth in situations that assist them discover accountable using practices, together with choosing correct gear, making safer choices, and recognizing path indicators. With youth concerned within the creation of the expertise from the beginning, it is designed for ease and engagement. 

“We provided feedback on the flow of the experience and age-appropriate play and questions,” mentioned Minnesota 4-H ATV Safety Ambassador, Rebecca Anderson, “I’ve personally learned that ATV safety is something that needs to be taught, not assumed. It’s important to me that other youth learn ATV safety as well, so I wanted to help make it fun because when kids enjoy it, they actually remember it. That’s how you build good habits early.”  

While the content material is geared in the direction of youth ages 10-13, the journey is open to anybody interested by ATV security and serves as an accessible start line earlier than shifting onto Minnesota 4-H’s hands-on ATV Safety programming or different state-certified trainings and ASI (ATV Safety Institute) certifications. 

“Trailblazers is designed to meet youth riders at the beginning of their safety journey and help build their confidence through engaging, scenario-based learning,” mentioned Korinne Caldwell, Polaris Employee Health and Safety Manager, ASI/ATV Instructor and ROHVA Certified Instructor. “By introducing foundational safety principles early, and in ways that reflect real riding situations, we’re helping young riders develop the habits they need to ride responsibly and safely. When youth understand these skills, they’re better equipped to enjoy the freedom and adventure of being outdoors with confidence. That’s why Polaris is committed to advancing youth rider safety, and why Trailblazers plays such an important role in that mission.” 

The launch of this security journey marks the newest milestone within the long-standing collaboration between Polaris and Minnesota 4-H. Since 2019, the partnership has supported youth ATV and UTV safety education by palms‑on coaching, security shows at farm security occasions and county and state gala’s, and expanded curriculum and volunteer coaching reaching greater than 800,000 youth. Building on this basis, Polaris and Minnesota 4‑H are sharing assets and learnings to help multi‑state program pilots, together with present collaborations with 4‑H companions in Wisconsin and Utah, extending accountable using schooling to extra youth and households.

About University of Minnesota and Minnesota 4-H 
Minnesota 4-H is the most important youth growth program within the state, serving 58,000 youth within the 2024/2025 program 12 months. The program, run by University of Minnesota Extension, is developed utilizing rigorous academic requirements and is designed to nurture youth into turning into innovators and leaders. 

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About Polaris
As the worldwide chief in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) has been defining and redefining outdoor adventure since 1954. Polaris delivers industry-shaping off-road vehicles, snowmobiles, boats, military, quadricycles, and commercial transportation vehicles, along with an expansive portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Its lineup includes some of the most iconic brands in powersports including the RANGER, RZR, Polaris XPEDITION, Bennington pontoons, Slingshot, and more. Headquartered in Minnesota and serving customers in nearly 100 countries, Polaris continues to set the standard for performance, quality, and unmatched service. Explore more at www.polaris.com.   

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