Hey guys and gals,

Here is a Forest Service release that may eventually affect most of us. It seems the FS is in the process of devising new rules for OHV use in National Forest travel. In the past, OHV's could generally travel anywhere that was not specifically closed. Now, it sounds like all areas would be closed except OHV designated areas.

The question arises whether we'd still be able to go on our favorite trails, or would that be part of the closed areas. We'd better watch this one close. Information is available at the link below. There is also an address for your comments.

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"The proposed rule represents a nationally consistent approach to travel management by requiring each forest and grassland to designate a system of roads, trails and areas slated for motor vehicle use. It would allow national forests to denote use of routes and areas by vehicle type and, if appropriate, by time of year. Once the designation process is complete, OHV use would be confined to designated routes and areas, and OHV use off these routes (cross-country travel) would be prohibited. Snowmobile use would continue to be managed as it is currently—allowed, restricted or prohibited on roads and trails and in areas on National Forest System lands."

 

Doesn't sound good!!!