Preparation for the First Desert Buggy Ride on a Sportsman 570

1. Get to Know Your ATV
Basic Controls: Throttle, Brake, Gear Shift, and Reverse lever
Safety Features: Engine kill switch, parking brake
Riding Position: Ensure that the riding position is well balanced and secure.
2. Dress for Success
Protections: Wearing a good helmet, goggles, gloves, and riding boots.
Clothing: Don comfortable, durable clothing that you expect to protect you during these elements.
Hydration Pack: Hydrate through carrying a hydration pack or simply a water bottle
Prepare Your ATV:

Tire Pressure: Lower the tire pressure for soft sand; High pressure for hard pack. Maintenance Check: ensure it is in good running conditions with brakes, tyres and engine oil.
Emergency Kit: Carry at least an emergency kit with supplies to include first aid kit, tools, and small repair kit.
4. Location is Everything:

Easy Trails for Beginners: Start off with easier trails that gradually build up your experience and your confidence.
Local Laws: Check what local laws exist as well as what permits are required.
Trail Status: Check trail status and weather before you ride.
5. Ride with a Friend:

Safety in Numbers: Ride with a friend or a group in case of accidents.
Shared Experience: Experience the ride and learn from one another.
6. Starting Slow and Steady
Gradual Acceleration No sudden acceleration so that your wheels don't spin.
Smooth Turns Do not move abruptly.
Brake Control Applying brakes when needed to hold your speed.
7. Basic Off-Road Techniques
Hill Climbing Maintain your pace and make use of engine power.
Hill Descending: Use the brakes of your engine to decelerate.
Crossing Water: Measure the depth and current before crossing over.
8. Respect the Environment:

Stay on Trails: Don't make new trails, thus causing less damage to the environment.
Pack Out What You Pack In: Take nothing with you; clean up after yourself.
Wildlife Awareness: Be aware of wildlife and do not disturb their habitats.
So, there you have it. Follow these tips above and ride your Sportsman 570 with the most exhilarating desert riding experience safely and with utmost delight. Just remember, the more perfect your practice is, the more perfect it will be.