Official Maine ATV/Snowmobile Safety Course Online

Take this Maine-approved course to complete your online ATV/snowmobile safety education. Offroad-ed.com is a delegated provider for the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife.

Get off-road vehicle operator certified in 3 steps.

Study and pass the $34.95 online course.
Print your online course completion document.
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Do you need Maine ATV/Snowmobile education?

In Maine, youth ages 10 to under 16, must successfully complete ATV safety certification to operate on land other than their own. While snowmobile safety education is not currently mandatory in Maine, it is included in this course. *May be required in another state.

Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife Requirements

You must be at least 12 years old to take this online course.

You do not have to be a resident of Maine to take this online course.

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Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife
353 Water St, SHS 41 Augusta, ME 04330

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What to Expect From Offroad Ed

Live‐Action, High‐Definition Videos

Our course videos feature a combination of professional educators (who double as professional actors), entertaining storylines, and up‐to‐date scenarios that give you one of the most effective ways to learn safe off-roading practices.

Watch this 49-second sample to see how we put you in the driver’s seat.

Comprehensive Instruction in Safety Education

This training program is developed to meet the standards for safety education. Offroad Ed is the only safety course provider that develops print materials on behalf of state government agencies responsible for laws and regulations.

State-Approved Content

As a course provider approved by Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife, the Maine Offroad Ed Course covers everything you may need to know in order to be safe.

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Learn Your Way on Any Device

Offroad Ed offers online courses that are fully mobile-friendly from start to finish. This safety course is designed to work on your smartphone, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer.

Saved Progress

You may complete the course at your own pace. The course can be completed in one sitting or a little at a time over several days. Log in and out at any time, and we'll keep track of your progress. Most students finish the course in a few hours.

Maine Approved

Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife
353 Water St, SHS 41 Augusta, ME 04330

Made in the U.S.A.

This safety course is proudly made to serve students, agencies, and organizations worldwide.

How Do I Get My State ATV/Snowmobile License?

ATV/Snowmobile education is currently required in many states. An approved ATV/Snowmobile safety course is required to comply with the laws and regulations in those jurisdictions. Depending on your age, you may be required to have the ATV/Snowmobile Safety Education Certificate. For more information, see the Maine ATV/Snowmobile Laws and Regulations page.

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Maine Frequently Asked Questions

Price and Payment

How much does the Maine Offroad Ed Course cost?

The Maine Offroad Ed Course fee is $34.95.

Taking the Course

Do you need Maine ATV/Snowmobile education?

What is the minimum age to take this online course?

You must be at least 12 years old to take this online course.

Do I have to be a resident to take the Maine Offroad Ed Course?

You do not have to be a resident of Maine to take this online course.

Course Approval and Acceptance

Is the Maine Offroad Ed Course approved by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife?

The Maine Offroad Ed Course is approved and accepted by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife.

Is my Maine ATV/Snowmobile Safety Education Certificate accepted elsewhere?

Most states and provinces that have mandatory education requirements will accept the ATV/Snowmobile Safety Education Certificate. (This is known as “reciprocity.”) If you plan to operate in another state or province, make sure you check their reciprocity laws before doing so.

Quizzes and/or Exams

Do I have to take an online exam?

The Maine ATV/Snowmobile Safety Certification Exam is the exam you take at the end of the online course. You must score at least 80% on the exam to pass. You have unlimited attempts to pass the exam. If you don’t complete the exam in one session, don’t worry. When you log in later, you will be taken to the first unanswered question of the exam.

About Your Certification

What is the proof of online Maine Offroad Ed Course completion?

Once you pass the Maine ATV/Snowmobile Safety Certification Exam and pay for the ATV/Snowmobile Safety Education Certificate, you will be able to immediately print out the ATV/Snowmobile Safety Education Certificate of Completion. This is your proof of online course completion. You can print the ATV/Snowmobile Safety Education Certificate of Completion right then, and/or request that a PDF be emailed to you.

Replacement of Lost or Damaged Documents

How do I replace my ATV/Snowmobile Safety Education Certificate if I’ve lost it or it has been damaged?

To replace a lost or destroyed ATV/Snowmobile Safety Education Certificate, log in to the course and print a new one.

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We’re people, not robots.

Your Offroad Ed course comes with a dedicated customer service team made up of real people, not robots. We’re here to provide assistance to you through all channels—phone, email, and chat.

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