OF COWBOYS, COWS, AND COALITIONS – STANDING TOGETHER
Coalitions and Advocacy Groups – Of Cowboys, Cows, and Coalitions By Del Albright Jesse sat in his old line-shack-turned-cabin, listening to the cows bunching up for the night. The air smelled of kerosene lamps, beans on the potbelly stove, and the comforting scent of his herd. No electricity. No TV. Just the music of evening […]
UNLOCK THE TRAIL! “105 OFF ROAD TIPS” IS HERE – PRINT & KINDLE
Available Now: 105 Off Road Tips (Print + Kindle) I’m thrilled to announce that the print edition of 105 Off Road Tips, co-written with Matson Breakey, is officially live on Amazon! (Yes, the Kindle version is available as well.) Whether you’re setting out on your first trail or you’ve got years of dirt under […]
GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWNS; WHAT ABOUT ROADS & RECREATION
What Outdoor Enthusiasts Should Know About Government Shutdowns and Recreation Access By Del Albright, Sustainable Motorized Recreation Advocate IntroGovernment shutdowns might sound like “inside the Beltway” politics, but the reality is this: they hit us right where we live, ride, and recreate. Roads, trails, and public lands we depend on can see closures, cutbacks, or […]
LESS DEBATE, MORE DECISIONS; 5 PPROVEN WAYS TO TURN TALK INTO ACTION FOR ACCESS
Less Debate, More Decisions: Turning Talk Into Action Debate is a word that evokes a range of meanings. Do you ever feel like our government—and sometimes even our local groups—are drowning in endless debates with few real outcomes? Democracy is a beautiful system, but let’s face it: it often thrives on discussion, deliberation, and yes, […]
USFS FOREST SERVICE ASTOUNDING REORGANIZATION: WHAT IT MEANS FOR THE WEST COAST
Historic Shake-Up at USDA Forest Service (USFS) The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service (USFS) has announced a sweeping reorganization that will significantly change the way the Forest Service (USFS) operates. The plan is part of a broader USDA effort to right-size the workforce, cut management layers, consolidate functions, and move staff closer to […]
TRAVEL CALIFORNIA – GIANT MARVELS OF CALAVERAS BIG TREES STATE PARK
Walking Among the Giants of Calaveras Big Trees State Park Wandering among the towering giants of Calaveras Big Trees State Park is a humbling reminder of just how small we are in the grand scheme of Nature. Here, some of the largest living things on Earth—the Giant Sequoias—rise between 250 and 300 feet tall, with […]
WILDFIRE! DON’T GET COMPLACENT – FIRE SEASON ISN’T OVER
Keep Your Wildfire Preparedness Sharp California’s (and much of the West’s) wildfire season has been mild so far—but that’s exactly when complacency creeps in. Late-season wind events and ultra-dry fuels can turn a quiet September into an ugly October–November. Use this calm to tighten up your plan and gear. 1) Backup Power & Generators Run-test […]
10 PROVEN TIPS FOR LIVING WITH CONFLICT IN RECREATION GROUPS
Conflict: Smart Strategies for Turning Disagreements into Opportunities Conflict is part of life. Anytime people share ideas and opinions—especially about something they’re passionate about—disagreements are bound to surface. That’s conflict. It doesn’t mean the end of the world, and it doesn’t always have to be negative. In outdoor recreation, particularly in motorized groups, conflict arises […]
TAKE BACK THE BRUSH – 5 POWERFUL STEPS TO IMPROVE OUR IMAGE
Take Back the Brush: Protecting the Image of Recreationists Controlling the Narrative About our Image by Del Albright, Sustainable Motorized Recreation Advocate It’s All About Image It’s all about image! That’s why I say it’s time to take back the brush. For too long, others have been painting the picture of who we are as […]
GET OFF THE FENCE – TAKE ACTION NOW TO SAVE TRAILS
The Time for Fence-Sitting is Over if We Want Motorized Trails in Our Future By Del Albright, Sustainable Motorized Recreation Advocate Do you feel like your off-road passion is idling in neutral? Has it seemed like the trails, the clubs, and the fight for access are all in slow motion — and you’re just parked […]