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Wisconsin ATV Association

WATVA Leadership Team

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President: Randy Harden

 

1992 - present : President of the Wisconsin All-Terrain Vehicle Association, Inc.

This grassroots ATV / UTV organization (WATVA) is one of the largest and most successful statewide organizations in the country.   www.watva.org 

 

 

1998 – present: Founder & President of the NOHVIS Group, Inc.     

This non-profit organization created and oversees the “Ride Smart” Trail Patrol Ambassador program in partnership with the WI DNR Bureau of Law Enforcement. Over 600 safety instructors and patrollers are involved in taking care of Wisconsin ATV trails and riding areas.  www.witrailpatrol.org

 

1985 – present: Owner of the National Motorsports Services, Inc.

Providing specialized insurance programs for off-highway vehicle parks, tracks, races and special events, this nationally recognized company is an industry leader in this niche market. www.nationalmotorsports.com   

 

1986 – present: Certified Wisconsin Dept. of Natural Resources ATV Safety Instructor

Still enjoys teaching the proper and ethical use of ATVs while promoting the sport as a safe and fun filled family activity.

 

http://dnr.wi.gov/org/es/enforcement/safety/coursereq.htm

 

2005 – present: Governors State Trails Council

Currently serving as the chairman, the State Trails Council (STC) was created in 1989. The nine-member council, appointed by the governor to four-year terms, must be knowledgeable in various recreational uses of all trails. The STC provides advice and consultation to the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) on the planning, acquisition, development, and management of trails in Wisconsin. http://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/parks/trails/council

 

 

2011 – Board member of the BlueRibbon Coalition

The BlueRibbon Coalition (BRC) is a national recreation group that champions responsible recreation, and encourages individual stewardship. With members in all 50 states, BRC is focused on building enthusiast involvement with organizational efforts through membership, outreach, education and collaboration among recreationists. www.sharetrails.org

 

 
Randy Harden
920-694-1881

Vice President: Rob McConnell

 
Occupation
  • Ram Automotive Driveline and Equipment Inc., July 1982 to Present - Owner and President, Automotive, Truck and Equipment Service Center
  • Ram Inc., January 2007 to Present - Owner and President, Equipment Sales
  • Certified Wisconsin DNR ATV Safety Instructor, April 1992 to Present
  • Certified ATV Safety Institute, Instructor, December 1988 to Present
  • Motorcycle Safety Foundation, Rider Coach, November 2000 to November 2006
  • NOHVIS Group, Regional Coordinator, February 2002 to Present - Recruit, Train, Safety Instructors and Trail Patrol Ambassadors, Support and Assist Club Development
  • NOHVIS Group, Safety Trainer and Instructor, April 2005 to Present - Employee Training targeting agencies (DNR, DOT, FD, Americorp, etc.)
  • Tread Lightly, Master Trainer, August 2003 to December 2006 - Environmental Ethics and Conservation Training Programs
Rob McConnell
608-273-1285

Secretary: Naomi Pulvermacher

 

Treasurer: Randy Curtis

 
Randy Curtis
715-675-6330

Board Member: Greg Olson

 
Hello everyone, I have always been involved in motorsports, dirt bikes, three wheelers, four wheelers, snowmobiles and ski boats. I became a part of WATVA/Nohvis to give back to the sport of ATVing which I enjoy and I want to be a part of its continued growth in Wisconsin! I feel we have some of the best riding in the nation, which takes an effort by all of us to sustain and to improve our riding opportunities. I am also a involved member of a number of local clubs in my area along with being a Trail Patrol Ambassador, DNR ATV Safety Instructor and one of the WATVA Northwest Region Coordinators.
 
I have always been employed in some type of sales and enjoy working with people and traveling for work. It is rewarding working with young people, as I have been involved in 4-H, the local Youth Wrestling Club, Junior High Wrestling Coach and was an Assistant High School Wrestling Coach for four years.  I now devote some of my time to teaching ATV Safety Classes.
 
 
I am fortunate to have my spouse, Donna, also interested in the sport of ATVing; we are able to ride together and explore new areas during the season. She too is an Trail Patrol Ambassador and DNR ATV Safety Instructor. We have two grown children, one son, Jeremy, and a daughter, Dana, and two granddaughters. They all enjoy riding ATV’s.
 
 
I graduated from Glenwood City High School and Dunwoody Technical Institute and take pleasure in taking continuing education classes. I have always lived in Wisconsin except for the two years I attended Dunwoody.
 
Donna and I love the outdoors. I also camp, hunt, canoe, ice fish, garden and especially enjoy having family time!
 
 
Happy ATVing,
Greg Olson
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(612) 280-1220
 

Board Member: Spencer McElroy

 
Spencer McElroy
715-528-5209

Board Member: Paul Staege

 

My name is Paul Staege - A little history of myself in ATVing in the past 8 years we belong to several ATV Clubs in Central Wisconsin with being vice president and advisors.  I have been Advisor at large for WATV (Wisconsin ATV Assoc.) for the past 7 years, also was on the ORV (Off Road Vehicle) council for 2 years with the DNR.  Have received many adwards for TPA (Trail Patrol Ambassador)  My wife Gail and I were #1 in trail patroling for years 2002-2005.  We also were #3in years 2006-2008.  We received a special award for TPA in 2008.  We have over 2000 hours along with thousands of miles in patrolling.    We have conducted many ATV safety classes for riders 12-16.  We have sponsered 3 youths in Junior ATV safety instructors.  It has been self rewarding for all the time and effort we have done for the sport of ATVing.  Ride Smart - Get Involved - Tell Others.

Paul Staege
715-249-5069

Board Member: Terry Coplien

 
I joined WATVA after purchasing an ATV and realized I need training and safety equipment if I don’t want to get injured or killed.  I took an ATV Safety Course where I met Rob McConnell an excellent ASI Instructor.  I asked him how I could get involved with the ATV Association in Wisconsin.  He gave me Randy Harden’s name.  I asked to volunteer for any help he may need in the organization.  I later was asked to become the Regional Coordinator for the Northeast region of WI.  That was in 2004.
 
Professionally I am a therapist, one that works with the mind and usually with those who need to make changes in their life to become a better human being.  I specialize in Domestic Violence, Anger Management, Corrective Thinking and Alcohol and Drug Counseling.  I have worked for the Department of Corrections for 15 years.  I also own my own counseling business.
 
I am married to Laurie who is an RN and the Administrator at a memory loss unit in St. Point, WI.  We have three children, Nick 31, Nate 28 and Ryan 22.  Nick and Nate are married and have 3 children and live in WI while Ryan is single and lives in Tampa, Florida.
 
I graduated from Monroe High School in Monroe, WI.  I joined the US Marines and spent 13 months in Vietnam.  I was wounded by rocket fire and awarded the Purple Heart in 1967.  I became Vice President in my fathers painting business and worked as a painter for several years.  I eventually moved to Florida and entered college where I found that I enjoyed helping others and started to pursue a career in human service.  I was certified as an Alcohol and Drug Therapist in 1985 and have never looked back.
 
I enjoy golf, fishing, boating, computers, gadgets and living life.  I love the outdoors and do my best to leave it like I found it or better, for those who may come after me.
 
Terry Coplien

Board Member: Jeff Jordheim

 
Me and my family all ride ATV's, which include my wife Lori and my daughter Jackie. We do most of our riding around the Barnes Wisconsin area.
 
Being raised on a dairy farm in Glenwood City, I am used to working in dirt and mud (which I find funny as that is now where I have fun). I am not farming any more. Now it is a 9 to 5 job on a short day during the summer months painting the yellow and white lines on the highway that we travel every day. Interesting job! oh yes.
 
I have not been involved with WATVA all that long. It all started in fall 2006 when I was asked to help with an ATV safety course. That was the end of the beginning. I am now both an instructor and ATV Trail Patrol Ambassador. I am also a fire fighter, so some of that training does carry over into classroom training.
 
Jeff Jordheim
715-684-9105

Staff - Membership Manager: Tanya Hocking

 
Tanya Hocking
920-694-1887

Staff - Trail Tales Editor: Ann Harden

 
Bio Coming Soon!
 
Ann Harden
920-694-1883

Staff - Web Site Editor: Adam Harden

 

I started riding ATV's at a very young age on an old three-wheeler. Since then, I have been hooked on this family sport! Growing up, I had many opportunities to explore the states ATV trails and watched before my eyes how much the sport grew. I have many memories of family ATV trips where we all got to ride and had a lot of fun! I plan on continuing this tradition with my own family as my kids will soon follow in my footsteps (that is, if they wish to)! My oldest daughter loves to ride along in the UTVwith me!

I have participated in many ATV related events and races growing up, and continue to support our sport by providing WATVA with the web site you are currently reading. I also love to help out on the print publication "Trail Tales" when needed. Most recently, I started to host the online show "Trail Tales TV."

I am always working on expanding WATVAs mission via technology and the internet!

Some of my qualifications are:

  • Wisconsin DNR ATV Safety Instructor
  • ATV Safety Institute Instructor
  • Ride Smart Trail Patrol Ambassador Assistant State Coordinator
  • Volunteer Fire Fighter for the Town of Sheboygan Fire Department
  • HAM Radio Operator
  • Skywarn Storm Spotter
  • License Insurance Agent
     

When I am not working on WATVA projects I work for National Motorsports Services as a licensed insurance agent. National Motorsports provides not only liability coverage for OHV events / parks / clubs, but personal lines insurance specializing in the off-road industry.

Finally, when im not working on either jobs above, I am spending time with my family or volunteering my time as a Fire Fighter.

You can contact me a few ways:

Phone: 920-694-1885
Email:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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