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Public Lands for All
OPERATION : ACCESSIBLE
Across public lands, decisions to close trails, decommission routes, or restrict “motorized use” make large swaths of the outdoors unreachable to people who rely on motorized vehicles. Those decisions, generally made without assessing their effects on Americans with physical limitations, exclude these users entirely.
Operation:Accessible is BlueRibbon Coalition’s initiative to expand access rights to public land recreation. Our efforts focus on advocating for individuals with impairments or limitations, realizing that motorized access is often the only way for them to experience trails and outdoor spaces we love. By promoting policies that eliminate discrimination and enhance accessibility, we ensure public lands are truly for everyone.
No American should be shut out from public land experiences because they can’t hike many miles or traverse rugged terrain on foot.
Meet Alyssa
Alyssa is a bilateral below-knee amputee who loves the outdoors.
Meet Timothy
Timothy is a triple-amputee U.S. Marine Corps Veteran who ended is career earlier than he wanted when he stepped on an IED in 2011. A once avid hiker and backpacker, scaling mountains across the world, Timothy now finds joy in off-roading which allows him to continue exploring the outdoors
Meet Roger
Roger is 87 years old and loves the outdoors. He skied until he was 75. Windsurfed until he was 80. And when he was 82, he bought a Jeep which has allowed him to continue enjoying the outdoors. Roger has been exploring our public lands for over 70 years. And he sure aint stopping now…
for some
“JUST WALK”
isn’t an option
CAMPAIGNS
Access for All
Outdoor Americans with Disabilities Act
Public lands are held in trust for all Americans. One of the most common complaints we receive when public lands are closed to motorized access is that those who rely on vehicles can no longer enjoy public lands that they had access to.
BlueRibbon Coalition has worked closely with congressional offices to draft the Outdoor Americans with Disabilities Act— which was reintroduced to Congress in October of 2025. This bill would create strong new protections for recreation access ensuring Americans with disabilities can meaningfully access and enjoy our public lands.
The Outdoor ADA is more than legislation, it’s a reaffirmation that access should never be limited by mobility. BRC will keep fighting so that every citizen can enjoy the beauty of America’s outdoors, regardless of ability.
“Just Walk”
When our trails and routes are closed to vehicles, one of the arguments from supporters of anti-access organizations we hear the most is, “The trail is not closed, just walk.” Well for some, “just walk” isn’t an option.
We created a shirt to help raise awareness of our Operation:Accessible efforts. We’ve partnered with our friends at Offroad Outfitter for these 4.2 oz. 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton shirts. A great shirt for a great cause! 100% of the proceeds are donated back to BlueRibbon Coalition.
Streamline Public Land Policies
Class 1 E-Bikes on Public Lands
BlueRibbon Coalition has been leading the charge to expand access for Class 1 pedal-assist e-bikes on public land trails where traditional bikes already travel. These bikes offer an accessible, low-impact way to enjoy the outdoors, especially for older riders, people with physical limitations, and families with young children who want to recreate together.
Unfortunately, outdated policies still ban e-bikes from too many trails, even when they pose no greater impact than conventional bikes. Policies are currently mismanaged through a combination of conflicting permissions and restrictions that create uncertainty and liability for E-bike users. This hodgepodge of policies is no way to manage access to our public lands. BlueRibbon Coalition’s legal and advocacy efforts aim to streamline access for all.
Commitment to Access
Operation : Accessible
BlueRibbon Coalition is dedicated to ensuring public lands remain open and accessible to everyone, including those with disabilities who rely on motorized vehicles to enjoy the outdoors.
Monitoring & Local Engagement
BRC continuously monitors federal land-use planning across the nation, helping local members understand and respond to agency proposals that might limit access.
Cultivate Advocacy
BRC raises awareness and cultivates grassroots supporters to get engaged and comment on regulatory proposals that may improve or impede access.
Legal Action & Litigation
BRC’s in-house legal program reviews and challenges agency decisions that restrict access unfairly.
Legislative & Policy Advocacy
BRC advocates and lobbies for legislative reforms like the Outdoor Americans with Disabilities Act.
How You Can Help:
Stay Informed
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Take Action
Your voice matters! Our supporters took action when we asked them to support a proposal to allow Class 1 E-Bikes on Moab MTB trails. In September of 2025, the proposal was approved. Once you’re subscribed to our newsletters, be sure to comment on our action alerts!
Become a Member
Membership dues help support our legal and avocacy efforts. More members = better standings in court when we do have to litigate. Our members may also have better relief for injunctions and rulings. Become a member here.
Donate
BRC is funded by members and individual donors. It takes a team of people to investigate, review, advocate and litigate in order to protect our rights to public lands. Please consider a tax-deductible donation so we can defend your ground.
It takes a team of people to investigate, review, advocate and litigate in order to protect your rights to public lands. Please consider donating today so we can defend your ground.
About BlueRibbon Coalition
Since 1987, the BlueRibbon Coalition (BRC) has fought to preserve recreation access to America’s public lands. Serving members in all 50 states, BRC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit driven by grassroots energy. We work across all outdoor recreation sectors—4×4, ATV, snowmobiling, UTV, public watercraft, e‑biking, and more—to ensure every adventure is possible .
We’re among the few national groups with a storied history of defending access in court—including a U.S. Supreme Court victory— to preserve recreation on public lands.
Every dollar and membership helps us:
- Investigate and research public land policy & proposals
- Fund lawsuits and legal defense
- Rally grassroots action and cultivate advocates
- Ensure strong representation in rule-making and planning
- Expand trails, dispersed camping, and overall access
Our work is ongoing and encompassing. We’re currently involved in other initiatives, including:
- Challenging route closures in San Rafael Swell
- Challenging route in closures Chuckwalla, California
- Advocating accessibility via the Outdoor Americans with Disabilities Act
Articles & Action Alerts
Latest Operation:Accessible Updates
BLM Proposes Reopening Closed OHV Routes in San Rafael Swell & Desert
Jump to form » After more than a year of litigation from BRC and sustained pressure from the motorized recreation community, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is reopening the…
BRC Files Intervention in Ninth Circuit Appeal of WEMO Closures
On May 5, 2026, BlueRibbon Coalition and BRC Member John Stewart filed a Motion for Leave to Intervene with the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit in Center for…
PRESS RELEASE: BlueRibbon Coalition Files Motion to Intervene in Ninth Circuit Appeal of Western Mojave OHV Closure
BOISE, ID — BlueRibbon Coalition (BRC) and BRC Member John Stewart today filed a Motion for Leave to Intervene with the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit in…