Thursday, September 24, 2009

ATV Riders and Environmental Responsibility

By Breeze Johnson

While many see ATV riding as an extreme sport, many are hooked this activity because of the excitement and thrills it generate. Though most experienced and professional ATV riders look like they are cored with adrenaline rush, they do not disregard the importance of safety. Hence, the constant checkup of the vehicle as well as the appropriate items of clothing.

Another point of concern among ATV enthusiasts is the effects of such activity to the environment. Respect is an important attribute for an ATV rider. Respect for the dangers that come with the activity, respect for other ATV riders, and respect for the trails and routes on which you strive to conquer.

When a trail is created, its design and layout are made based on a lot of factors. Apart from ensuring that riders enjoy the routes, mapping a trail also includes consistent environmental sustainability. Trails that are properly maintained and marked are closed for some time so that the land can heal and maintain ecological balance.

When you are in a trail, always stay within the marked course. If you are itching to pioneer a new route or cut through for a shortcut, resist it. While the urge may be itchy, resisting it will do you and your fellow riders a lot of good.

Proper handling techniques and experience will tell you how to maneuver your ATV around the trail without doing much damage to the environment. Inexperienced and rookie ATV riders are better off honing their skill in easy trails before taking on advanced and complicated trails. Riders who lack of experience and possess crude handling skills can tear up the track and its surroundings.

If you are still a rookie in the field of ATV riding, steer away from trails that require advanced skills and a bag full of experience. This will not only prevent you from damaging the environment, but also keeps you and your ATV from more dangerous situations. one your skills first and be patient about it. Skills do not happen overnight

Always play by the rules. If you need to cross streams and brooks, cross them at the designated crossing points. There is no need for you to make your own path, so don't.

This article can go forever on what to do and what not to do when driving on an ATV trail. But you just need to bear in mind the rules you were taught and comply. These rules are not only designed to keep you safe, but also to ensure the sustainability of the environment you drive in.

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