RUBICON TRAIL MENTORSHIP: THE TRAIL WE LEAVE BEHIND – BY JEFF KNOLL
One quote stopped me in my tracks: “The Rubicon Trail is on loan from our grandchildren.” This powerful article reminds us that none of us owns the trail—we are simply its caretakers. Mentorship and stewardship may be the most important tools we have to preserve our public lands and our recreation heritage.
BALANCED STEWARDSHIP: PROTECTIVE USE OF THE OUTDOORS
We hear a lot of buzzwords these days in the outdoor recreation world—terms like sustainability, responsible use, or leave no trace. But lately, a new phrase has been finding its footing among land use advocates, trail riders, and environmental stewards alike: Balanced Stewardship. This isn’t just a trendy phrase. It’s a mindset. It’s a pledge. […]