OVERLANDING TO FIND GIANTS IN THE DESERT
GIANTS OF THE DESERT: OVERLANDING TO FIND THE SAGUARO CACTUS Magical Mysteries on the Arizona Strip By Del Albright While overlanding across the rugged and remote trails of the Arizona Strip, I had the unforgettable chance to come face-to-face with some of the desert’s most iconic residents—the Saguaro Cactus (Carnegiea gigantea). These towering green giants are not just […]
RATTLESNAKES & RESPECT: SPRINGTIME WILDFLOWER WATCHING THE RIGHT WAY
RATTLESNAKES & RESPECT By Del Albright Spring in the West is one of nature’s greatest shows. Rolling hills and high deserts burst with color, wildflowers light up the land, and critters of all shapes and sizes stir from their winter hideouts. For folks like Stacie and me, it’s a favorite time to roam — cameras […]
OUR TRAILS NEED YOU AND NOW IS THE TIME!
NOW IS THE TIME: LET OUR VOICES BE HEARD LIKE NEVER BEFORE! By Del Albright Right now — before the summer chaos hits, while clubs and groups are gearing up for events, fundraisers, and land use battles — is the time to ACT. Our trails are on the table. Some are threatened. Some are already locked […]
WELCOME TO THE (UNNECESSARY) WILDFIRE MEGA-FIRE GENERATION
Living with Wildfire By Del Albright, Retired Fire Chief (NOTE: originally published in 2020, but the situation has gotten worse instead of better. I offer this up again so we can all be part of a better and safer future). 25-30 years ago, a 10,000 – 15,000-acre fire was a huge conflagration. Now, we regularly experience […]
AVOID BURNOUT BY FINDING YOUR THRESHOLD OF VOLUNTEERISM
Avoid Burnout by Finding Your Threshold of Volunteerism By Del Albright, Sustainable Motorized Recreation Advocate Saying “yes” to a cause you care about is easy—maybe too easy. Before you know it, your calendar is overflowing, your inbox is bursting, your patience is thinning, and burnout is just around the corner. The irony? Once burnout hits, […]
MILITARY APPRECIATION MONTH; HONORING OUR HEROES
Military Appreciation Month – Honoring Our Heroes, One Act at a Time By Del Albright May is Military Appreciation Month—a dedicated time to honor and show gratitude to all who have served and continue to serve in our U.S. Armed Forces. This includes the brave men and women of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, […]
AGE OF THE GOLDEN MUSSEL (LAKE CLOSURES, RESTRICTIONS, MANAGEMENT)
AGE OF THE GOLDEN MUSSEL (LAKE CLOSURES, RESTRICTIONS, MANAGEMENT) By Del Albright (DISCLAIMER: This is the best information I could find as of 5/2/2025. I can’t be sure it will hold true for very long. Be sure to check your lake or water controlling agency before attempting to launch your boat. Things change fast.) The […]
CALIFORNIA’S GAS GENERATOR BAN; WHAT, WHO, HOW, AND WHEN
California’s Gas Generator Ban: What RVers Need to Know (and How to Prepare) By Del Albright, Land Use Advocate and Sustainable Motorized Recreation Enthusiast California is charging forward with bold air quality regulations aimed at reducing emissions across the board—including portable gas-powered generators. While the state’s intent is clear—cleaner air and reduced environmental impact—the implications […]
AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL STARTS WITH YOU – PROTECT THE RIDE!
AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL — RESPECTING THE RIDE AND THE LAND By Del Albright Somewhere in the American West – where adventure meets stewardship. There’s nothing quite like venturing into the backcountry, especially in places where the land still echoes with the raw beauty of America’s wilderness. These mountains, ridgelines, and alpine trails are more than […]
EARTH DAY – ACTION, AWARENESS, & APPRECIATION
EARTH DAY April 22nd – THE THREE A’S OF STEWARDSHIP IN MOTORIZED RECREATION Action, Awareness, and Appreciation By Del Albright Earth Day: The 3 A’s of Stewardship – A Roadmap to Keeping Public Lands Open Every year, Earth Day gives us a chance to celebrate the incredible beauty and value of the natural world. […]