July 17, 2007 03:32PM | IP/Host: ---.proxy.aol.com Registered: 14 years ago Posts: 63 |
I believe everyone familiar with this area is aware of the escalating destruction caused by illegal OHV use on both public and private lands. Anyone who comes to this area sees it with their own eyes.
As one drives into the area, one passes through the devastation zone near the old Paradise Ranch in lower Arrastra canyon. Out of view from the road and to the east, the destruction escalates from the Milpas Highlands all the way up through the BLM lands and into the National Forest.
The Deep Creek Non Motorized Vehicle area has been experiencing an explosive increase in OHV intrusion. One recent incident involved 4 motorcycle riders who ripped up the old Indian campground upstream from the hotsprings.
I support OHV access to public lands this area as designated by the BLM and USFS however, the situation has been completly unmanagable on both public lands and private properties and it's getting worse. San Bernardino County wisely crafted an ordinance that is balanced and fair to help promote responsible use of off-road vehicles. My hat is off to them and I will continue to support their efforts however I can.
There is a new group on the public lands front called the Rangers for Responsible Recreation. This group of former land use managers, biologists and law enforcement officials are suggesting stronger penalties for those who engage in destructive OHV abuse on public lands. They are suggesting stiffer fines, loss of hunting and fishing licenses and confiscation of vehicles for the worst offenders who damage public lands with irresponsible and illegal OHV use.
Perhaps the time has come for a get tough approach with OHV scoflaws. Who wants another closure as a result of illegal OHV abuse?
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