Tag: California
Court Orders closure of Carnegie State Vehicle Recreation Area
Court Orders CLOSURE of State Park; Ignores Collaborative Process LIVERMORE, CA (December 15) – In a recent court action, a judge in Alameda County has ordered a closure of one of California’s State Parks. Last week, Judge Frank Roesch ordered the closure of Carnegie State Vehicle Recreation Area (SVRA) based on his own interpretation of […]
Land left in California that is available for OHV use dwindles
By Don Amador – http://thegeneralsrecreationden.blogspot.com Every once in awhile, The General gets a question from a rider or reporter about the number of acres in California that still allow motorized recreation. Often that question stems from the wild claims of Wilderness advocates who state that “our Wilderness Bill is only for areas that don’t have legal […]
Trail Stewardship Highlight of Northern California Enduro
GEORGETOWN, CA (September 29) – A popular Northern California motorcycle event was a huge success because of a club’s commitment to trail stewardship and responsibility. On September 27, 2009, the California Enduro Riders Association (CERA) hosted the 36th Annual Fool’s Gold Enduro near Georgetown on the Eldorado National Forest. This AMA/AMA District 36 sanctioned event […]
Califronia Street Legal UTVs
The Ford TH!NK neighbor was part of a short-lived line of electric vehicles that were sold as street legal neighborhood vehicles in California. The TH!NK neighbor is a battery powered vehicle, capable of speeds up to 25 miles per hour, designed for commuting within closed communities, resorts or work environments. I saw the one you […]
Opportunities for Volunteers on National Public Lands Day in California
National Public Lands Day is being held on September 26, 2009 and BLM-California is celebrating this year with 13 different events throughout the state. Most the events depend on volunteers to be fully successful. The BLM in California recruits volunteers to assist with the completion of unfunded conservation work that would otherwise go undone. The […]
Help Needed to Keep OHV Trails Open in Nevada and California
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Seeks Comments on Bridgeport Ranger District Travel Plan The Bridgeport Ranger District of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, located in western Nevada and eastern California, released their Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Bridgeport Ranger District Travel Management Project on July 31, 2009. The Forest Service (FS) is asking for your input during […]
BFGoodrich Tires Recognizes Fordyce Creek Trail
Soda Springs, Calif. – August 11, 2009 – Located in the Tahoe National Forest, the Fordyce Creek Trail was honored last weekend by BFGoodrich Tires as one of the 2009 Outstanding Trails. More than 700 off-road enthusiasts and members of the Friends of Fordyce club were in attendance at the annual California Association of 4WD […]
San Bernardino County Supervisors Approve Off-Highway Vehicle Enforcement Agreements
SAN BERNARDINO – Last week the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors approved off-highway vehicle enforcement agreements with the state Department of Parks and Recreation. Through the agreements, the County will receive grant funding totaling $242,825 to be used for OHV enforcement in the Victor Valley, Barstow and mountain areas. “We welcome responsible OHV use […]
Lower Trinity & Mad River Motorized Travel Management DEIS Comment Period Extended
The Six Rivers National Forest, located in northwestern California, has extended the public comment period for the Lower Trinity and Mad River Ranger District’s Motorized Travel Management Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) an additional 15 days. The comment period will now end August 4, 2009. Copies of the DEIS and maps are available for viewing […]
BLM Announces Temporary Road Closure in Mono County, CA
July 14, 2009 – BLM has published a notice of temporary closure for a segment of a designated road in Mono County, CA to all motorized use and operation, which includes OHVs. The stated purpose of this closure, which is implemented by the Bishop Field Office in coordination with the Los Angeles Department of Water […]