Frequently Asked Questions

Want to find out more about the NOHVCC? Here are some frequently asked questions.

What is the National Off-Highway Vehicle Conservation Council (NOHVCC)?

The NOHVCC is a non-profit educational foundation composed of a national body of OHV recreation enthusiasts dedicated to furthering a positive future for responsible OHV recreation.

What is the purpose of the NOHVCC?

The purpose of the NOHVCC is to develop and provide a wide spectrum of programs, materials, and information or “tools” to individuals, clubs, associations, and agencies in order to:

• Help establish new OHV clubs and state associations where they don’t exist;

• Strengthen existing clubs and state associations by providing information, training, and services to help them be more effective;

• Improve and promote responsible OHV recreation management and resource protection by working in partnership with private and public land managers and recreation planners;

•  Provide and promote best-management-practices for OHV recreation planning, development, and management to policy makers;

• Promote a positive OHV recreation image to all publics;

• Build a better understanding of responsible OHV recreation among all publics;

• Build recognition and acceptance that OHV recreation is a positive activity and promotes a responsible lifestyle;

• Provide broad-based, ongoing educational opportunities for OHV recreationists, recreation planners, and decision-makers;

• Provide and promote educational, safety, ethics, environmental and character-building programs for all OHV recreationists, including youth; and

• Emphasize the benefits of responsible recreation behavior and raise awareness of the impacts from irresponsible recreation activity.

How does the NOHVCC work?

• The NOHVCC is not a membership organization but a network of selected volunteer State Representatives.

• NOHVCC State Representatives and State Associate Representatives are OHV advocates with demonstrated leadership ability and commitment to the promotion of responsible OHV recreation. Representatives and Associates are sought and selected from each state by the NOHVCC Network Development Team.

• Representatives and Associates utilize and share the NOHVCC “tools” with OHV recreationists to foster growth of local clubs and state associations, establish and improve working relationships with local land managers, and promote responsible OHV recreation opportunities.

• Representatives and Associates work in the NOHVCC teams to determine what materials and programs are needed, while providing review and guidance as the “tools” are developed. Teams may call upon an extensive list of advisors ranging from national organizations to land management agencies who have unique expertise in recreation management and activities for assistance.

•  An eleven-member volunteer Board elected by the State Representatives directs the NOHVCC.

• A professional staff, under the direction of an Executive Director, performs the program, resource development, and general administration.

How can the NOHVCC help you?
The NOHVCC can help you by providing:

• Assistance, information, and materials for club development and management;

• Access to a national network of OHV activists, clubs, associations, organizations, and agencies;

• Direct contact with experts to address specific issues;

• Complete coordination of OHV Recreation Management Workshops;

• Complete coordination of OHV State Association Development Workshops;

• Access to the www.nohvcc.org web site with local, state, and federal OHV-related information;

• An extensive library of OHV related studies and literature;

• Information and services to assist with youth program development;

• Public awareness and image enhancement materials;

• OHV park development and management information and contacts;

• Information regarding risk management; and

• Exposition booths and distribution materials.

How can I support the NOHVCC mission?

• Contact your State Representative or Associate Representative for how you can assist efforts in your area;

• Learn about and promote responsible OHV recreation;

• Join or form a club or state association;

• Introduce yourself to your local land management agency and establish a working relationship with them;

• Make a tax-deductible contribution to the National Off-Highway Vehicle Conservation Council; and

• Purchase NOHVCC logo products.

How does the NOHVCC work with other national OHV organizations?

NOHVCC cooperative efforts with other national OHV organizations include:

• Exchange of information, “tools,” and resources;

•  Referrals and links;

• Encouragement of all enthusiasts to join and actively participate in OHV organizations;

• Conference planning and sponsorship; and

• Educational project coordination.
   

What are the responsibilities of the NOHVCC State Representatives and Associate  Representatives?