Category: Land Use
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Bears Ears Under Threat: An Offroader’s Call to Action
Alternative D and E proposals: Close to 1 million acres to OHV use. Impact on local traditions: Restrictions on wood gathering, target shooting, and hiking. Community response: Importance of public commenting. Cultural and environmental considerations: Balancing access with preservation. Click here to go directly to the Blue Ribbon Coalition and…
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Idaho Action Alert! Proposal Would Close Access To 65% Of Owyhee Region
In the heart of the off-roading community lies an unmatched spirit of adventure and a passion for the great outdoors. Yet, this very essence of our community is under threat as the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) proposes changes that could severely restrict access to beloved trails and routes. It’s…
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Federal Judge Orders Moab Roads To Remain Closed… For Now
A federal judge has upheld the decision to keep 317 miles of roads near Moab, Utah, closed to motorized vehicles, which has sent ripples of frustration through the heart of the off-road advocacy. Quick Read BLM’s decision aims for balance but faces backlash from off-roaders and Utah state officials. Critics…
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Comment Period Open for NEW Rock Crawling Trail Near Silt, Colorado
The call is on for public comments on a proposed 1.2-mile rock-crawling trail northeast of Silt, Colorado. Sponsored by Hi Country 4 Wheelers, the initiative seeks to leverage the rugged terrain of Silt Mesa to offer a unique rock-crawling experience. This proposition aligns with the growing popularity of rock-crawling, emphasizing…
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The Battle for Lolo National Forest’s Future
Discover the looming threat over Lolo National Forest that could transform the landscape of off-road and snowmobiling culture forever. Stand with us in the fight to preserve access and protect our heritage.
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Colorado’s New Path to Public Lands Through Private Property
In a landmark move that’s stirring the hearts of outdoor enthusiasts and offroaders alike, Colorado has recently enacted a law that promises to reshape the landscape of recreational access to some of its most coveted natural treasures. As of March 15, 2024, adventurers may find new paths opening up, leading…
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Preserving Our Trails Against the Tide of Solar Expansion
Caught between the sun and the soil: The offroad community faces a new challenge as the BLM’s solar plan threatens access to 22 million acres of public land. It’s a pivotal moment for enthusiasts to stand up for the trails that unite us.
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Time For ALL Recreationists To Defend Their Public Lands
Welcome To The Jungle The offroading community has long been the Cassandra of outdoor sports – prophesying restrictions in wilderness areas, often to the disbelief and mockery of others. Yet, in a twist of fate echoing an ancient Greek tragedy, their warnings have come to pass. The offroading community’s foresight…
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Your Voice Can Shape the Future of Off-Roading in Southern Arizona
Join the off-roading community in a pivotal effort to protect and preserve 1,250 miles of trails in Southern Arizona. Learn how your comments can influence the BLM’s travel management plan and safeguard our shared outdoor heritage.
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Silver City Trails: A Call to Preserve Off-Roading Access in Southwest Idaho
The Silver City area of Southwest Idaho, spanning 818,000 acres and encompassing the towns of Homedale and Marsing, stands at a crossroads. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has released its fourth travel management planning environmental assessment for the Owyhee’s area in just six months. Thanks to the motorized community’s…
