DNR D-23 to a defacto ban on all dirt bikes on state This is a bad bill for dirt bikers andall groups efforts to better manage OHV recreational activities on state http://www.armca.org/chips_corner/archive/urgent.html
Extractions: Event Schedules Clubs and Promoters ... Home ARMCA Members: Urgent Legislative Alert!! Date: Wed, 14 Mar 2001 11:11:47 -0600 (CST) ARMCA Legislative Alert The bill calls for "closed unless posted open" on all state lands, while at the same time crippling the process to designate and sign trails. In other words they are telling us to only ride on trails posted open, yet make it near impossible to designate any more trails with their call for a full environmental review of all trails. Then besides that, they want to take away our funds to develop any more trails! In a further low blow, they have filed suit against the trail plans, to try to tie them up in court for years before trails get designated. This is a bad bill for dirt bikers and all OHVers. We know that there are problems with OHV's, and we also know that more designated trails are the answer to most of these problems. So why is MRR objecting to designated trails? Because it's the solution to the very problems they are complaining about, and they don't want to solve the problems with OHV's with anything short of banning us. Don't be fooled by any of the moderate, feel good language they are using. They are as extreme as ever. MRR and groups like them want us off of public lands so they can use it for their own recreational purposes.
Rutgers School Of Law 42A3(a) (emphasis added). The Act defines sport and recreational activities to include or riding snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles or dirt bikes, and any http://lawlibrary.rutgers.edu/courts/appellate/a7392-97.opn.html
Extractions: Plaintiff, Timothy Mancuso, when eleven years old, sustained injuries to his hand and wrist when he fell on glass while running over a downed portion of a fence on to land owned by his next door neighbors, defendants Henry Klose and Caroline Klose. Timothy's parents, plaintiffs William Mancuso and Jacqulyn Mancuso, individually and as his guardians ad litem, brought suit against the Kloses and Mr. and Mrs. Fred E. Allgeyer, the owners of the Mancuso house. The matter proceeded to trial, See footnote 1 and the jury returned a verdict finding that the Kloses were eighty-five percent negligent and the Allgeyers were fifteen percent negligent. The jury awarded plaintiffs a total recovery of $195,000, which the trial judge molded to $165,750, representing the reduction for the Allgeyers' fifteen percent negligence. Defendants appeal.
III CORPS & FH REG 210-3 offroad activities (4X4, dirt bikes, etc.). impact areas, temporary or permanent,is strictly prohibited, without exception, for recreational activities. http://www.redhummer.com/outings/forthood-REG-210-3/reg-210-3-6.html
Extractions: LFTA Entry into contaminated impact areas, temporary or permanent, is strictly prohibited, without exception, for recreational activities. NOTE: The dedicated impact area, which is designated Permanent Dudded Area 94 in the LFTA, will remain off-limits to all recreational and contractual activities. WARNING: Never enter the LFTA without approval from Range Control and the AACC. LFTA may be accessed only after a personal visit and
ATSDR - PHA - Starr Property, Enfield, Hartford County, Connecticut dug up and exposed by dirt bikes and all soil was present or human activities (dirtbike riding is evident that trespassing and recreational activities occur on http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/HAC/PHA/starr/sta_p1.html
Extractions: SUMMARY The Starr Property is a State designated Superfund site in the town of Enfield, Connecticut in Hartford County. The site represents an indeterminant public health hazard . Odors at the site and emanating from the site have been associated with headaches, however, ambient air testing has not identified contaminants at levels likely to elicit this response. Visible waste containing cyanide and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons is present at the surface. In addition, activities at the site including dirt bike riding may expose trespassers to levels of contamination not quantified during site investigations. (i.e. inhalation exposure to dust generated during dirt bike riding) Investigations of the site were initiated by the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection in 1989 following complaints about odors. It is believed that demolition debris from the destruction of a coal gasification plant were disposed of on-site in the 1960's resulting in site contamination. The site is a vacant parcel of land covering approximately 44 acres. Surface soil, subsurface soil, ground water, surface water and sediments have been contaminated with cyanide as well as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and some
Garner Family ~ Arizona There's no lack of recreational activities in Arizona. Well, if none of that suitsyou, there is always horseback riding or 4 wheeling, gocarts or dirt bikes! http://www.garnerville.com/az/
Extractions: While some people still live in caves and believe that Arizona is "dry and dead", others know the truth. Arizona is one of the most beautiful states in the country. The state is well known for its beautiful skylines, sunsets, scenic canyons and rivers. There's no lack of recreational activities in Arizona. Everywhere you look are trucks pulling boats or off road vehicles. A day doesn't pass without seeing hot air balloons floating through the sky. Bored? How about a ride in a glider? Maybe some hangliding? Well, if none of that suits you, there is always horseback riding or 4 wheeling, go-carts or dirt bikes! The weather in Arizona is fantastic. Sure, it gets hot in the summer time but it's not humid like it is on the east coast so the heat doesn't get to you that badly. And the winters! The winters here are so great. At the most a light windbreaker type jacket is all that you need. There is nothing more peaceful than sitting in your backyard staring at the cacti and desert brush of the closest mountain. At night, it is just as amazing. The night moon casts its glow upon the beauty of the mountains and the stars shine bright.
Extractions: GLOSSARY AND ABBREVIATIONS ADULT - A person 16 years and older. HOUSEHOLD - a group of persons whose usual place of residence is a specific housing unit. These persons may or may not be related to each other. The total of all U.S. households represents the total civilian, non-institutionalized population. This category does not include group quarters (i.e., 10 or more persons living together, none of whom are related). HOUSEHOLD VEHICLE - a motorized vehicle that is owned, leased, rented, company-owned, or available under some other arrangement, such as borrowed. The vehicle must be available to be used regularly by household members during the travel period. Also included are vehicles used solely for business purposes or business-owned vehicles if kept at home and used for the home to work trip, (e.g., taxicabs, police cars, etc.) which may be owned by, or assigned to, household members for their regular use. Vehicles that were owned or available for use by members of the household during the travel period even though a vehicle may have been sold before the interview are also included. Excluded from this category are vehicles that were not working and not expected to be working within 60 days, and vehicles that were purchased or received after the designated travel day. JOURNEY-TO-WORK - Includes travel to or from a place where one reports for work. Does not include any other work-related travel.
FOGVG - Appropriate Uses to help educate the public about the activities that are of the State laws governingATVs and dirt bikes and don all the laws dealing with recreational use of http://www.fogvg.org/ab_trail/enf_edu.html
Extractions: Click here for info regarding Winter Uses of the Greenway. The warm summer weather and feature articles in the Rochester newspapers have resulted in increasing numbers of persons using the Genesee Valley Greenway. Most report a very favorable experience and an interest in returning to hike, bike, or ride horseback on additional sections of the trail. Both officers stress the number of incidents on the Greenway have been few. However, they want people to know that if there are problems, they should contact them and they will address them. According to Officer Thomas, "We are there to promote the safe use of this new recreational pathway." Park Police Chief Page concurs that everyone needs to be involved, "For law enforcement to be successful, we need to develop a community of users and Greenway neighbors who are familiar with the rules and regulations and know who to turn to for assistance." Anyone with concerns relating to the Greenway should contact Environmental Conservation Officers Dick Thomas or John Hill at 226-2466 or the State Park Police at 658-4692. For immediate assistance, dial 911. Motorized vehicles such as ATVs, motorcycles, motorbikes, trucks, and cars are prohibited from using the Greenway. However, trail users may occasionally encounter farm equipment along the trail. These persons have permission from the State to use the former rail bed to reach adjacent farm fields.
Suffolk County Government regarding illegal use of ATVs and dirt bikes in South South Setauket Woods, and urgeddirt bike and Police will continue to discourage recreational ATV riders http://www.co.suffolk.ny.us/pressreleases_arch.cfm?ID=547&dept=10
Extractions: skip to page navigation Forest Service National Links Forest Service Home Employment Fire and Aviation International Forestry Just for Kids Maps and Brochures Passes and Permits Photo and Video Gallery Publications Recreational Activities Research and Development State and Private Forestry Printable Version skip to page navigation Home Timber Management Port-Orford-cedar Port-Orford-cedar, Chamaecyparis lawsoniana , has long been recognized for its characteristic beauty. In 1854, seed was collected from Port-Orford-cedar near the Coos Bay area and taken back to England for culturing as an ornamental. Many different cultivars of Port-Orford-cedar were developed and it became a very popular and widely used tree and shrub in landscaping in Europe and North America. The first signs of potential problems appeared when landscaping stock began dying in Seattle, WA, in 1923. The disease was a root-colonizing organism, identified in 1943 as Phytophthora lateralis , that quickly destroyed seedlings. In 1952, the disease was first found on native trees in natural forests. Port-Orford-cedar is limited in its natural range of habitat to northwestern California and southwestern Oregon. The disease has spread into many stands in both California and Oregon and can quickly kill all sizes and ages of Port-Orford-cedar in the forest.
Richfield Research Needs other types of terrain, no comprehensive areawide recreational survey has are theimpacts from use of four-wheelers, dirt bikes, mountain bikes, etc. http://jan.ucc.nau.edu/~envsus-p/new/pmis/BLM Research Needs/Richfield Research
Extractions: RICHFIELD FIELD OFFICE Need: Recreational Opportunity Spectrum (ROS) Analysis of Public Lands on the Colorado Plateau Issue: Although there is data and research on OHV impacts in other areas and other types of terrain, no comprehensive area-wide recreational survey has ever been done. There is no specific research on the impacts of various types of OHV's on Plateau ecosystems as defined by climate, soil type and vegetative cover. What are the impacts from use of four-wheelers, dirt bikes, mountain bikes, etc. to wildlife, soils, sedimentation rates, and vegetation? Knowledge is needed on user demographics and the types of activities currently being conducted as well as what future activities might be anticipated. Application: This type of project would gather data on what the needs and desires of the public recreationist are and what level of facilities and services are required. Impacts of recreational use would be better understood and reduced in terms of their effects on wildlife populations, riparian areas, watersheds, natural areas, etc. Types of uses could be better designed to fit land designations so as to improve the recreational experience and the health of the land. This type of data will allow greater predictive abilities and enhance the effectiveness of mitigation measures when analyzing soil disturbing recreational activities on public lands. Category: Survey - Visual resources.
ABCA News Release All recreational uses damage the natural environment some Low impact or passiveactivities such as hiking horseback riding, ATVs and dirt bikes are only http://www.abca.on.ca/fullnews.asp?NewsID=30
Day Activities In Angeles City Day activities in Angeles. dirt bikes are also available for rent to individualsthat want to explore the river beds and lahar fields without all the physical http://www.theville.com/whats_on.html
Extractions: //Top Navigational Bar III (By BrotherCake @ cake@brothercake.net) //Permission granted/modified by Dynamicdrive.com to include script in archive //For this and 100's more DHTML scripts, visit http://www.dynamicdrive.com Day Activities in Angeles I frequently hear people saying there is nothing to do in Angeles in the daytime. Yet, I find that there is plenty to do if you would like to get out of your air-conditioned room and away from the swimming pool. Here is my list. Lawn Bowling: This is a great afternoon sport that doesn't require a lot of energy. Greenland's is located only about five minutes from checkpoint / Margarita Station. They also have a 9 hole golf course, a swimming pool, restaurant and a bar. Golfing: There are currently four golf courses within driving range of Margarita Station and there are several more under construction. The Swagman Hotel runs trips to different golf courses almost every day. Go-carts Go-carts are available for rent adjacent to the drag strip on Clark Special Economic Zone. Open Daily. Ultralights Several agencies now offer flights around Angeles City. The Angeles City Flying Club is the oldest flying club in town. They have been operating a fleet of ultra light aircraft out of Mabiga (about 10 minutes north of Angeles City for the last several years. For more information, contact
BLM, Albuquerque FO, El Malpais recreational Opportunities Top. Programs vehicles. Mountain bikes, ATVs,dirt bikes and horse travel are also allowed on these roads. Travel http://www.nm.blm.gov/www/aufo/el_malpais/el_malpais_more.html
Nevada Natural Resources Status Report transportation use with other activities) (Table 57 and invasive weeds, and recreationaluse conflicts personal all terrain vehicles, dirt bikes, mountain bikes http://dcnr.nv.gov/nrp01/recrea03.htm
Extractions: The NDOW administers outdoor recreation activities on 11 state Wildlife Management Areas (WMA's). Primary activities are hunting, fishing and wildlife watching. Activities are subject to regulations established by the State Board of Wildlife Commissioners . Natural and artificial lakes, reservoirs, streams, springs, and wetlands are central to ten of the WMA's. Public use data is limited because most of the WMA's are unmanned. The average annual number of "use days" for Mason Valley WMA is 47,000; for Overton, 5,300; for Kirch, 22,000; and, for Key Pittman WMA, 1,800. Each is popular for fishing, waterfowl and upland game bird hunting, as well as substantial "nonconsumptive" uses. Nonconsumptive activities include wildlife watching, photography, hiking, education, and scientific study (Nevada Division of Wildlife, 2001). Table 5-5 Click to Expand View For Nevada's state parks, visitation has grown with development of the park system, but has lagged behind the rate of population growth. The earliest record of visitation occurred in 1960 when 155,887 people reportedly used the parks. By 1971, the annual visitation had grown to 1 million. The largest and most steady increases occurred during the early to mid-1970's when development of new facilities and the acquisition of new park acreage were at their peak. By 1976, over 2 million visitors were recreating at the state parks annually. Visitation increased 100 percent in only 5 years. However, 19 years passed before visitation exceeded the 3-million threshold, despite rapid population growth.
Delaware And Hudson Rail Trail Due to existing regulations and the difficulty in making other recreational activitiescompatible, the use of ATV's, dirt bikes or any other motorized, wheeled http://members.tripod.com/Kenyon_Karl/Del-Hud.htm
Extractions: E-mail: gsalmon@anrpitts.anr.state.vt.us This document is available upon request in large print Braille or audio cassette. Welcome The Delaware and Hudson Rail Trail is a 19.8 mile long converted railroad bed in southwestern Vermont which was originally part of the Delaware and Hudson rail system that connected Rutland, Vermont with Albany, New York. The two nearly ten mile long sections extend through scenic areas of western Rutland and Bennington Counties with views of nearby hills, open farmland, forests, wetlands, end villages. The rail trail leaves Vermont and continues into New York State in three locations. However, these sections have not been developed for recreational purposes, the uses mentioned below may not be suitable and portions of the railbed have legally reverted to the adjacent private landowners. Trail Uses Trail Surface The trail surface consists of the original cinder ballast and in some locations gravel and stone. The trail, although graded, may offer a surface too soft for the narrow tires found on most ten- speed bicycles. The surface is better suited for the wider tires of mountain bikes.
Links bicycle riding and community bicycle activities. About Adventures Outdoor recreationaltour operator ewanteds on mountain bikes, bikes, dirt bikes, gt bikes http://www.salembicycleclub.org/links.html
Extractions: There are innumerable bicycle-related paged on the Web. The pages listed here are likely to be of particular interest to Salem area cyclists. Some of the pages listed are indices for other cycling information. Bicycle Commuting An informative page on getting past the rationalizations on why you can't commute by bike, pulling the bike out of the garage and dusting it off, and coping with automobiles. Bicycletour.com A world wide bicycle tour directory with more than 5,000 listings. Bicycles.net.au An Australian focused bicycle resource. Bicyclewire.com Daily bicycling news online. Bike MoJo Links to bicycle-oriented sites and a calendar of events. Bike Ride Online Information on bicycling racing in the Pacific Northwest and around the world. Center for Appropriate Transport A non-profit organization in Eugene, Oregon committed to community involvement in manufacturing, using, and advocating sustainable modes of transportation.
MIT Medical: News/health@mit 7.4 July 2001/Summer Safety Avoid areas with sand, dirt, gravel, or water wear reflective clothing and make surebikes have front notes, for other types of recreational activities, such as http://web.mit.edu/medical/hm74/hm74safe.htm
Extractions: It's summer in New England, and for many kids, that means hours of playing outsidezooming around on scooters, zipping along on in-line skates, or racing down the streets on bikes. But for children who are not adequately protected, summer fun can turn into a nightmare trip to the emergency room. A recent study by the National SAFE KIDS Campaign found that nearly half of unintentional injury-related childhood deaths occur between May and August. Clinicians at MIT Medical say all adults should help make sure children stay safe while they play. "Prevention is one of our themes," says Mark Goldstein, M.D., Chief of Pediatrics and Student Health. "We haven't seen too many serious injuries yetand we're working hard to keep it that way." For many recreational activities, the best way to prevent injuries is the consistent use of protective safety equipment, including helmets and appropriate padding, says Laura Need, M.D., a pediatrician at MIT Medical in Lexington and Cambridge. "We expect both children and their parents to participate," Need emphasizes. "It's the responsibility of parents and caregivers to make sure children are wearing protective gear, and they need to set a good example by wearing protective gear themselves." "Parental enforcement is crucial," agrees Sheila Morehead, R.N.,C.S., a family nurse practitioner at MIT Medical/ Lexington. "Parents need to provide positive reinforcement for the kids to wear the gear."
Extractions: About Us FAQs Regional FAQs News Releases ... Evaluate Our Service FIND A DISTRICT OR GRASSLAND Select a District or Grassland Cimarron National Grassland Comanche National Grassland Leadville Ranger District Pikes Peak Ranger District San Carlos Ranger District Salida Ranger District South Park Ranger District South Platte Ranger District 4x4's, ATV's, Dirt Bikes and Motorcycles OHV is a general term describing all motorized and mechanical vehicles capable of off-highway travel during the summer and winter months. Using an OHV can be an exciting and enjoyable experience on the Pike National Forest In order to use an OHV on National Forest land, it must be equipped with operating brakes, a muffler, and a spark arrestor. Between sunset and sunrise all OHV's must operate a headlight and taillight. Forest roads marked with horizontal numbers indicate roads that are open only to vehicles that have a valid state license plate. Roads that are marked with vertically stacked numbers are generally suited to high-clearance vehicles and/or ATV's. All Forest Service roads and trails that are open to motorized vehicles are signed on the ground with white arrows. Motorized trails are open to motorcycles, dirt bikes, and ATV's less than 48" wide. The South Park District also has two areas with designated motorized trails. These are Hackett Mountain and Four Mile. Please ask at the South Park District Office for more detailed information on these areas.
Extractions: April 2, 2003 Riding conditions continue to be excellent in Central Oregon! However, rain and snow showers are expected for the weekend. Daytime temperatures will be in the upper 30's and lower 40's. At night, the temperatures will likely be in the teens and low 20's. We are holding our next round of complimentary sound checks this weekend. Saturday we will be located at Cascade Yamaha-SkiDoo (East side of Bend on Highway 20) from 9-1; and Sunday from 8-Noon we will be at 2510 Staging Area at EFR. Remember that we've stepped up Law Enforcement Patrols so be absolutely sure you are riding legally in Central Oregon.
Open Space Public open space can provide recreational opportunities such as hiking, biking,fishing, swimming and other passive outdoor recreational activities. http://borntoexplore.org/trails/opensp.htm
Extractions: Open space acquisition What is Open Space? In the broadest sense, open space is land without housing or commercial development. It may be private or public, and might consist of a golf course, school, farm or wooded park. Open space lends an feeling of spaciousness to a town, which many residents look for when choosing a place to live. When people talk about open space they are often referring only to public open space which is wooded or otherwise in its natural state. "Public Open Space" refers to government-owned property which is accessible by the general public. Public open space can provide recreational opportunities such as hiking, biking, fishing, swimming and other passive outdoor recreational activities.
