Est. 2011 · Northern Michigan

    MUDBROTHERSOF THE NORTHATV CLUB

    ATV Club · 501(c)(3) Nonprofit

    Ride. Maintain. Repeat. A Northern Michigan community of ATV and UTV riders pushing for trail access, running charity rides, and keeping the ORV community strong.

    190+
    Members
    8
    Annual Rides
    15+
    Years Strong
    501c3
    Nonprofit
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    Ride Northern Michigan Trails Promote Trail Safety Charity Rides for Local Communities Supporting Our Veterans Work Hand in Hand with the DNR ATV Club · ORV Community Indian River, Michigan Est. 2011 Ride Northern Michigan Trails Promote Trail Safety Charity Rides for Local Communities Supporting Our Veterans Work Hand in Hand with the DNR ATV Club · ORV Community Indian River, Michigan Est. 2011
    Mud Brothers of the North ATV Club Logo
    EST
    2011
    8
    Rides Per Year
    2
    Trail Cleanups
    1
    Annual Banquet
    DNR
    Trail Partner

    Built for the Mud.
    Built for the North.

    The Mud Brothers of the North ATV Club has been bringing Northern Michigan riders together since 2011. We're a 501(c)(3) nonprofit advancing the safety and welfare of ATV and UTV recreation, and having a damn good time doing it.

    We host 8 group rides per year, 2 trail maintenance cleanups, and an annual banquet. We work hand in hand with the Michigan DNR to maintain the Indian Gardens trail near Cross Village, and we're proud of every mile of it. We're also proud to support local veterans and the riding community that backs us.

    ⬥ Trail Stewardship⬥ Organized Events⬥ Strong Leadership⬥ Veteran & Community Support
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    Ride Schedule

    Group rides, trail cleanups, the charity Mud Run, and the annual banquet. The full schedule, ride details, and registration are members only.

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    Log in to your Mud Brothers account to see the 8 group rides, trail cleanups, charity events, and banquet, plus register, RSVP, and get ride day details.

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    8
    Group Rides Per Year
    2
    Trail Cleanup Days
    1
    Charity Mud Run + Banquet

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    Pick the membership that fits, or sponsor the club and ride with us all year.

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    Single
    $60/year · recurring
    • ✔ One covered adult
    • ✔ Full member access
    • ✔ All 8 group rides
    • ✔ Banquet access (tickets sold separately)
    • ✔ Private Facebook group invite
    • ✔ Email & SMS ride updates
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    Family
    $100/year · recurring
    • ✔ Up to two covered adults
    • ✔ Eligible children under 17, with no limit on the number of children
    • ✔ Both adult slots not required
    • ✔ Full member access for each covered adult
    • ✔ All 8 group rides (banquet tickets sold separately)
    • ✔ Children never need an email or login
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    Silver
    Silver
    $250/year
    • ✔ Bundle up to 2 members
    • ✔ Social link on club channels
    • ✔ Name on yearly banner (saved for future events)
    • ✔ 501(c)(3) tax receipt
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    Gold
    Gold
    $500/year
    • ✔ Bundle up to 2 members
    • ✔ Social link on club channels
    • ✔ Company plaque
    • ✔ 501(c)(3) tax receipt
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    ⭐ Platinum
    Platinum
    $1,000/year
    • ✔ Bundle up to 2 members
    • ✔ Social link on club channels
    • ✔ Company logo on banners & gear
    • ✔ Company plaque
    • ✔ 501(c)(3) tax receipt
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    What to Expect on a Ride

    Show up ready to ride. Here's how a Mud Brothers group ride runs, and what we expect from every rider on the trail.

    9:45AM
    Driver Meeting

    Mandatory briefing before the ride: route, weather, signals, sweep order.

    10:00AM
    Wheels Roll

    Group departs on time. No late arrivals. If you need to leave early, please notify a board member.

    35MPH+
    Trail Speed Minimum

    Your machine must hold trail pace and be capable of faster speeds in open sections.

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    Core Rule
    The Critical Turn Rule

    At every turn, the rider behind you must see you take it. If they can't, you wait. No one rides alone. No one gets left behind.

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    Obey All Laws

    Federal, state, and local. ORV regulations are the floor, not the ceiling.

    02
    Respect People & Property

    Other riders, landowners, wildlife, and the trail itself. We're guests on every mile.

    03
    Ride Safe, Speak Up

    Follow safety rules. Report unsafe riders to club officers. The trail is shared, the standard isn't optional.

    04
    Keep Trails Clean, Keep Each Other Safe

    Pack it out. Watch your six. No one left behind, on the trail or after the ride.

    Riders not following these rules are subject to removal from the club.

    Our Trails

    We maintain and ride some of the best ORV trails in Northern Michigan. Here are our main stomping grounds.

    Boyne Falls, MI
    Chandler Hill Campground

    Our main venue for season opener rides and annual charity events. Set in the rolling hills near Boyne Falls with a campground for overnight stays.

    Group RidesCampgroundCharity Events
    Cross Village, Emmet County
    Indian Gardens Trail

    The trail we maintain. Working in partnership with the Michigan DNR, we keep the Indian Gardens trail in top shape for all ORV riders all year.

    DNR PartnershipORV CertifiedAll Year

    Sponsor Spotlight

    Burt Lake Marina
    Platinum Sponsor

    Burt Lake Marina

    Your premier destination for boats, ATVs, and snowmobiles in Northern Michigan. Supporting the Mud Brothers and local trails all year.

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    Chandler Hill Campground
    Platinum Sponsor

    Chandler Hill Campground

    The official home base for our season opener rides and charity events. The best camping for ORV riders in the north.

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    Countywide Powersports
    Platinum Sponsor

    Countywide Powersports

    Leading sales, service, and parts for all your off road needs. Keeping our members' machines running strong.

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    Presented By
    Our 2026 Sponsors
    ⭐ Platinum Sponsors
    Lead partners supporting trail operations and events
    Gold Sponsors
    Key contributors to club growth and events
    Silver Sponsors
    Local supporters of our trails and rider community
    Bronze Sponsors
    Member families backing our mission and rides
    Bowlds Family
    Furgeson Family
    Gray Family
    Katz Family
    Mogford Family
    Schlueter Family
    Williams / Long Family

    Club in Your Pocket

    Scan to sign up, register for rides, renew your membership, or connect with other members, all from your phone. No laptop required at the trailhead.

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    Contact the Club

    Questions about membership, sponsorship, rides, or trail access? Send us a message and a club officer will get back to you.

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    Mail
    PO Box 553, Indian River, MI 49749
    Northern Michigan's ORV Community

    Ready to Ride?

    Membership is open. Trails are waiting. Get in with the Mud Brothers and let's get dirty.

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