There are a few things you and all the other ATVers can do to make sure ATV trails don't close.
Don't give them a reason. By that, it means,don't give them(land management) the opinion, that all ATVers don't care about the environment or the natural resources that make these trails great.
Second, don't be irresponsible in the way you run your ATV or treat the trail, like tearing it up, or even worse, going off the trail, to make your own.
Third, just use plain old common sense, when it comes to ATVing. As with any motor vehicle, you must ride it in a respectable way. Don't beat it up just respect it as what it is, a machine that could do a lot of damage if not taken seriously.
Fourth,educate yourself, so you can educate others. ATVing is a great sport, but not everyone knows the ups and downs of it.
Fifth, get active in all facets of ATVing. Work with clubs, or start your own,to enhance the image of ATVers.
Sixth, Follow the Blue Ribbon Coalition's Recreation Code of Ethics. It is a standard for preserving our natural resources for the public, rather than from the public.
Just remember that how you and the other ATVers come across, is the image you are going to project.The environment is a very hot topic and one that should be communicated in a very calm but informative way.
You must remember that the use of these remote and primitive roads by ATVers, actually increases the traveler's appreciation of the wilderness and has no real environmental impact, when used within the guidelines set forth by federal agencies and other organizations.
So do your part and get together with all concerned and make this a better place for all.
