Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2006

NEW BOOK RELEASE; MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES FOR OHV RECREATION

A resource guide to assist in the planning, development, operation, and maintenance of environmentally sustainable and quality OHV trails, trail systems and areas
   With annual OHV sales and use continuing at an all-time high, the need for more and better OHV trails is a never-ending quest. "After meeting with OHV program managers from around the country we quickly saw a need for a publication such as this," explains NOHVCC Executive Director Russ Ehnes...Read more>>

 

THE NOHVCC WELCOMES HEIDI ANNAU AS ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR

A longtime trail rider and active club member, Annau brings extensive OHV experience to the new home office in Montana

   Annau’s responsibilities as NOHVCC Administrative Coordinator will include handling inquiries and requests from the 1-800 number, shipping, administrative support, and providing requested services...Read more>>

 

AMA RACING CONTINUING TO REDUCE SOUND AT SUPERCROSS & MOTOCROSS EVENTS

Motorcycles must meet a 99 dB/a pre-race inspection

   "We are pleased that AMA professional riders and teams are supporting responsible sound limits," said Ed Moreland, AMA Vice President of Government Affairs. "Reducing excessive sound at MX and SX events is a very important step toward an overall reduction in excessive motorcycle sound. We are hopeful that the results of these new limits and their active enforcement will demonstrate to recreational riders and amateur racers that they don't necessarily have to be louder to be faster.. Read more>>

 

GAIL KIMBELL NAMED AS FIRST WOMAN FOREST CHIEF

Outgoing Chief Dale Bosworth left legacy of eliminating USFS red tape and implementing the OHV Route Designation Rule

   Spike Thompson, supervisor of Lewis and Clark National Forest, called Kimbell a great choice for the job. Thompson and Kimbell first met early in their Forest Service careers in Oregon. "I definitely could tell she had all the skills and abilities to move up through the Forest Service ranks," Thompson said. "She's got all the characteristics of a great leader,"... Read more>>

 

PLAN 2007 WORKSHOPS IN YOUR AREA NOW! DATES ARE OPEN FOR OHV ASSOCIATION, OHV MANAGEMENT, AND USFS ROUTE DESIGNATION WORKSHOPS

The NOHVCC will be finalizing much of their 2007 workshop calendar throughout the winter

   Contact them now at 800-348-6487 or trailhead@nohvcc.org to discuss any proposals for the coming year. Many dates are still open, but they go fast! To learn more about workshops, Click Here>>