RIDING THE VEHICLE
Recognizing the importance of th is issue and the need for snowmo-
bilers to do their share in preserving areas that make it possible to en-
joy our sport, BRP has developed the “Light Treading Is Smart Sled-
ding” campaign for snowm obilers.
Light Treading refers to more than the thread of our tracks. It's a
statement of concern, respect and willingness to take the lead and
take action. It applies to the environment in general, its proper care
and maintenance, its natural inhabitants and all enthusiasts and the
public at large who enjoy the great outdoors. With this theme , we
invite all snowmobilers to remember that respecting the environ-
ment is not only critical to the future of our indu stry but to future
generations.
Light Treading in no way suggests you should curb your appetite for
snowmobiling fun! It simply means tread with respect!
The f undamen tal objective of Light Treading is one of respect for
where and how you ride a s nowm obile. You're a light treader when
you follow the principles below.
. Obtain map s, reg ula tions and othe r inform ation
from the Forest Service or from other public land agencies. Learn the
rules and follow them and that goes for speed limits, too!
running over young trees, shrubs, and grasses and don't
cut wood. On flatlands or areas where trail riding is popular, it's
important to ride only where authorized. Remember, there is a link
between p rotecting your environment and yo ur own safety.
and be particularly sensitive of animals that are rear-
ing young or suffering from food shortage. Stress can sap scarce en-
ergy reserves. Refrain from riding in areas where only animals are in-
tended to tread!
gate closures and regu latory signs and remember, light tread-
ers don't litter!
of wilderness areas. They're closed to all vehicles. Know
where the boundaries are.
to travel across private land. Respect the rights
of landowners and other people's privacy. Remember, snowmobile
technology has lowered the noise factor considerably, but you still
shouldn't rev your engines where quiet “is the order of the day”.
Snowmobilers know all too well the efforts that have been made
throughout the sport's history to enjoy access to areas where people
can snowmobile safely and responsibly. This effort continues today,
as strong as ever.
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