Tread Lightly is dedicated to increasing awareness on how to enjoy public and private lands while minimizing the impact on it. They promote off-road vehicle use by using low impact principals. The main points are:
| T | ravel only where motorized vehicles are permitted, never make your own trail! |
|
| R | espect the rights of others who are enjoying the outdoors too. Be considerate. |
|
| E | ducate yourself, read maps and regulations, obtain permission beforehand if you'll be crossing private property. |
|
| A | void crossing meadows, muddy trails, and water crossings. If you need to cross streams or rivers, cross at a 90° angle. |
|
| D | rive responsibly to protect the environment and preserve off-road opportunities. |
Some ways to be responsible are:
1. Pack it in and Pack it out - Don't Litter!
2. Use a tree protector strap when winching to a tree.
3. Know your limits and skill level.
4. Close all gates that you have to open for access.
5. Leave things as you found them, especially on private property.
6. Help someone who needs help. Next time it could be you!
7. Leave wildlife and livestock alone.
People who participate in outdoor recreational activities, do so because they hope to
gain certain outcomes: challenge, skill testing, solitude, experiencing nature or being
with family or friends. Recreational behavior is understood to be goal-directed and
undertaken to satisfy desires for particular experiences. In a perfect world, we would
be provided with high-quality experiences for every type of recreation. This is not a
perfect world so lets not make it any worse than it already is by giving others a chance
to view reckless and irresponsible trail use. Use your head and think about what your
actions will look like to others on the trail.
Use your 4-wheel drive to enjoy the environment,
don't use the environment to enjoy your 4-wheel drive!
Dirt Road Magazine is sponsored by Turner 4WD Parts Co.
|
