Southwest Crawlfest 2010

I can't say enough about the Southwest Crawlfest held just outside Hurricane Utah; a few short miles from the city of St. George. 

This event is a hit in my book and we will surely put it on our calendar for next year.  There is no registration fee and the only thing they request is to purchase your dinner on Saturday night and buy raffle tickets for their outstanding list of goodies up for grabs. 

Scenery and comraderie were some of the things on top of the list for entertainment during the weekend including trails that range from mild to wild.  We saw every sort of 4 wheel drive vehicle out there enjoying the routes regardless of their shape, motor or tire size.  All were welcome. 

Last but not least, Crawlfest is a benefit event for the land use organizations and the money raised, less expenses etc., will be sent to them including the BlueRibbon Coalition.

Thanks to all who were involved in putting this wonderful event togther and I'm certain this will continue to be a success and grow bigger year after year. 

Be sure and check in at:  http://www.southwestcrawlfest.com/

Tellico Appeal Denied!

BLUERIBBON COALITION, INC.


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE



Contact: Greg Mumm, BlueRibbon Coalition

208-244-2112

Date: January 22, 2010


FOREST SERVICE DENY APPEAL ON TELLICO



POCATELLO, ID (January 22) - On January 15, 2010, Southern Region Deputy Regional Forester Jerome Thomas adopted the recommendation of the internal Appeal Reviewing Officer and denied the Upper Tellico OHV Area appeals submitted by the Southern Four Wheel Drive Association (SFWDA), United Four Wheel Drive Associations (UFWDA), and the BlueRibbon Coalition (BRC). "We are disappointed but not surprised by this outcome," observed Jay Bird of the Rescue Tellico Committee and Past President of SFWDA. "This was a mandatory step in an ongoing process, and it would be unusual for an agency that has been for years locked in on the outcome of closing Tellico to reverse course at the last step of the administrative process," added Greg Mumm, BRC Executive Director. "We remain committed to restoring some form of meaningful vehicle recreation at Tellico, will carefully review the appeal decisions, and will take appropriate next steps," Mumm concluded.



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The BlueRibbon Coalition is a national (non-profit) trail-saving group that represents over 600,000 recreationists nationwide The Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) season is beginning. Federal employees, please mark BlueRibbon Coalition and Check #11402 on your CFC pledge form to support our efforts to protect your access. Join us at 1-800-258-3742 http://www.sharetrails.org

Busy year to come!

The New Year!  Yeah, it's here already and what an awesome start.  I'm so looking forward to the beginning of the rock competitions and events. 

To kick things off, we'll be headed to Winter Fun Fest in Grass Valley CA, January 15-17th. 

The last week of January we'll be headed out to St. George Utah for the Southwest Crawl Fest.  This is going to be an awesome event in the most beautiful red rock country around.  Then we'll be off to Quartzite for a little rock hounding for a few days.

The beginning of February will find us headed down to Johnson Valley for the famous King of the Hammers race.  It will be a week of wheelin', visiting and spreading the land use message to all who will listen.

Whew!  Then we come home in time to go to CA4WDC annual Convention in Sacramento CA on February 19-21 at the Double Tree Hotel. 

BlueRibbon Coalition Auction Launched!! Lots of Great Goodies!

Check out the awesom list of goodies from the most well known off road businesses!  Proceeds from the auction go to the BlueRibbon Coalition to keep saving trails!

From the desk of Del:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


Contact: Del Albright, BRC Ambassador
Phone: (209) 304-7693
Email: brdel@sharetrails.org

Date: December 1, 2009

BRC Christmas Auction Project: LIVE and RUNNING

POCATELLO, ID (December 1) - It's on!!! Our Christmas and holiday auction is live and running with sleigh bells. Bids are flying; businesses are sponsoring; and the auction is ready for you. We're still getting new items to add to the list, but it's time to check out what you need to bid on to fill that chimney stocking of yours.

You know the deal. This special online auction is designed to help us all save trails and keep our sports alive. Yeah, well, that's all fine and dandy, but it's also a very impressive list of goodies just waiting for your click.

Just in, we have:

Axia Alloys Billet Mount Rear View Mirror (Side x Side)

4 Registrations to Rally on the Rocks (UTV event, Moab)

Axia Alloys iPod Billet Mount (UTV)

The Tugger (Rear and Front) Combos and Straps for dirt bikes

Parts Mike Dana 44 High Steer for Jeeps

Daystar JK Suspension Lift and Body Lift

Daystar Jeep Dash/Switch Panel

Aluminum Receiver Cargo Rack (donated by Ron Westberg of Colorado)

And these add to our existing list:

Nemesis Industries Hi-Line Front Fenders

Currie Enterprises Heavy Duty Steering System

GenRight Offroad Jeep goodies (TBA)

Tom Wood's Custom Drive Shafts Apparel, goodies and discounts

5 of Del Albright's Recreational Leadership Training Course (RLTC), for anyone

Roundeyes.com LED dome light kits

PIAA Accessory Light Kit

5 off-road Tires from BFGoodrich

5 Monster Beadlock Raceline Wheels by Allied

2 Dynatrac ProRock 44s for JK Jeeps (yeah, a new product)

Rubicon Express JK Suspension Upgrade

4 Diff covers from Dynatrac

Olympic4x4 Products Heavy Duty Deluxe Receiver Rack

Poison Spyder Rocker Knockers (Access Army Laser Cut Out Limited Edition)

Recovery Gear from WARN

We're still adding to our list as businesses continue to jump in and contribute, so please CHECK BACK often during the next 10 days. If you want to donate, just drop an email to Del Albright at brdel@sharetrails.org.

Bid here: http://shop.ebay.com/sharetrails/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=

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The BlueRibbon Coalition is a national (non-profit) trail-saving group that represents over 600,000 recreationists nationwide The Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) season is beginning. Federal employees, please mark BlueRibbon Coalition and Check #11402 on your CFC pledge form to support our efforts to protect your access. Join us at 1-800-258-3742 http://www.sharetrails.org

Off Road and Outdoors: Poison Spyder and The Access Army Team Up!

Off Road and Outdoors: Poison Spyder and The Access Army Team Up!

Poison Spyder and The Access Army Team Up!

— FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE —

POISON SPYDER TEAMS UP WITH THE ACCESS ARMY TO KEEP TRAILS OPEN

NOVEMBER 24, 2009 • BANNING, CA — Poison Spyder Customs has joined forces with the recently formed “Access Army” movement in the fight for recreational access to public lands. In an effort designed as both a fund-raising venture for the Access Army and as a way for members of the movement to show their commitment to the cause, Poison Spyder Customs is producing a limited edition Access Army version of its popular Rocker Knocker and Ricochet Rocker rocker panel protection products for Jeep vehicles.

The Access Army Rocker Knocker or Ricochet Rocker features the Access Army logo CNC laser-cut into the rugged 3/16” plate steel. Access Army Rocker Knockers are available with or without tubular rock sliders. Best of all, Poison Spyder Customs is donating 10% of the purchase price for each set to the Blue Ribbon Coalition, which fights the legal battles for public access. “We’re passionate about this issue,” says Larry McRae, president of Poison Spyder Customs, “access to public lands is what our sport is based on. We’re proud to be a part of the Access Army!”

The Access Army is guided by its Joint Chiefs of Staff, veteran land use advocate Del Albright, who brings a lifetime of experience fighting to maintain public access through such organizations as the Blue Ribbon Coalition and the California Association of 4 Wheel Drive Clubs. The Access Army brings together access advocates from all walks of life, and from across the spectrum of land use organizations, enthusiast associations and clubs. The Access Army seeks to exploit the power of the Internet, its online forums and enthusiast groups, and social networking sites to take the fight for access on the offensive with a proactive, targeted, aggressive campaign for public access to public lands.

To learn more about the Access Army, please visit their website at www.accessarmy.com. More information on the Blue Ribbon Coalition may be found at www.sharetrails.org. For more information about Poison Spyder Customs products, see www.poisonspyder.com.

ABOUT POISON SPYDER CUSTOMS: Poison Spyder Customs has been at the forefront of off-road innovation since its inception. From its Banning, California facilities Poison Spyder Customs designs, manufactures and markets a growing line of off-road accessories and performance modifications for Jeep® vehicles. The majority of its sales are made through an extensive dealer network, and the company maintains a high visibility among off-road enthusiasts through heavy participation in off-road events, clubs and online enthusiast forums.

For more information on this press release or its associated files and images, contact:

Dusty Sharp

Marketing & Graphic Design

(951) 849-5911

www.poisonspyder.com

Hollister Hills Fun With Friends

I like to go to new places and I was pleasantly surprised when we got the chance to hang out with old and new friends at Hollister Hills OHV area.  It was my first time to the area so I didn't know what to expect.

The weather was perfect with bright blue skies filled with puffy clouds and views galore from the hill tops.  Did I mention the great wheelin to be had there?  It's mostly gullies and trenches but still lots of fun and a great place to test out your suspension and flex capabilities. 

Hollister has a riding area specifically for motorcycles and another for 4 wheelers so they stay out of each others way.  It was really a fun place and I look forward to going again.