A fast-moving bill in the Minnesota Legislature could close 4.2 million acres of state forest to snowmobiles, ATVs, and motorized vehicles, dismantling one of the country’s best trail networks through litigation, petitions, and sweeping restrictions. SF 1245 is not just an OHV issue; it puts every user’s access at risk. Contact Minnesota legislators now and tell them to oppose SF 1245 today.
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Congress Can Mandate a Kill Switch in Your Car; an Amendment Could Stop It
A federal law already on the books directs the government to develop technology that could disable your vehicle without your input. For off-roaders and overlanders in remote areas, that is not just a privacy issue; it is a safety issue. Urge your representatives to support H.R. 1137 and repeal this mandate before it becomes a reality.
Johnson Valley Update: Airspace EA Finalized and What It Means for Public Access & King of the Hammers
The off-road community showed up and we made a difference. When the Marine Corps proposed changes to airspace over Johnson Valley, we made it clear this is a world-class OHV area, and any changes must protect access, safety, and the future of events like King of the...
Oregon BLM Plan for 2.5 Million Acres Could Restrict OHV Access
The BLM is revising management plans for 2.5 million acres of western Oregon public lands, and without clear direction, motorized access could take a serious hit. BRC is pushing for an Enhanced Access Alternative to keep roads and trails open. Submit your comment to the BLM before March 23 and tell them access is non-negotiable.
Proposed Closure Threatens Access to Yankee Boy Basin Road in Ouray County Colorado
Ouray County Commission has raised resource concerns without input from motorized recreation groups which could lead to a closure of the popular Yankee Boy Basin Road in Colorado’s San Juan Mountains. Contact the Ouray County Commissioners and urge them to pursue mitigation solutions that protect the landscape while keeping this iconic access route open to the public.
BLM Seeks Public Comment on Proposal to Allow Class 1 E Bikes on Colorado River Valley Mountain Bike Trails
E-bikes are a vital access tool for older riders, people with physical limitations, and families with young children who want to recreate together. BLM Colorado River Valley Field Office is seeking public comment to allow Class 1 e-bikes to access designated MTB trails across most of the field office. BRC supports this and we think you should too. Comments are due March 25.
PRESS RELEASE: BlueRibbon Coalition Supports Congressional Review Act Resolution to Restore Public Access at Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument
Resolution in Congress would overturn the GSENM travel management plan that closed more than 1.2 million acres to motorized recreation and raised broader concerns about presidential abuse of the Antiquities Act.
Carnegie SVRA Draft EIS Could Further Restrict OHV Access – Comment Now To Protect Access
California State Parks’ Draft EIS for Carnegie SVRA proposes converting significant open riding terrain into trails-only areas, adding new closures, and expanding buffer zones in a park specifically created for motorized recreation. BlueRibbon Coalition is concerned these changes shift management away from the SVRA’s core mission and reduce riding opportunities which are funded by OHV users. Riders are encouraged to submit comments supporting the No Action Alternative by March 10, 2026.
Defend Access to Tongass National Forest: Comment on the USFS Plan Revision
The U.S. Forest Service is considering major updates to the Tongass National Forest plan that could further restrict motorized access, road maintenance, and multiple-use opportunities across nearly 17 million acres. BlueRibbon Coalition is concerned that expanded high-protection land use designations and road decommissioning policies threaten recreation access and the economic stability of Southeast Alaska communities. Submit your comments before March 20, 2026, and urge the Forest Service to prioritize balanced, smart management that protects both the Tongass and the public’s right to access and enjoy it.
Minimization Criteria Overreach and the Closure of 2,200 Miles of Routes in the Mojave Desert WEMO Plan
A recent federal court ruling will close more than 2,200 miles of designated OHV routes in the Mojave Desert via an expansive judicial interpretation of BLM’s minimization criteria. FLPMA requires the Bureau of Land Management to balance multiple-use recreation while preventing unnecessary degradation, yet the current application turns minimization into a default closure mandate that overrides Congress’s intent. BlueRibbon Coalition is calling on the Department of the Interior to immediately rescind or revise this framework—contact your representatives via the form below and tell them to support balanced public land management.









