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Public Meetings

NPS – Advisory Committee for ORV Management for Cape Hatteras National Seashore

May 8, 2008, 8:00 am – 5:30 pm
May 9, 2008, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
June 17, 2008, 8:00 am – 5:30 pm
June 18, 2008, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Comfort Inn Oceanfront South, 8031 Old Oregon Inlet Road, Nags Head

The committee will meet to discuss potential special regulations for ORV management at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The proposed purpose of the regulations would be to regulate ORV use while balancing the interests of ORV user groups, outdoor recreation groups, homeowner groups, environmental groups, business groups, and government agencies.

State Resources...

The National Off-Highway Vehicle Conservation Council

NOHVCC is a national body of OHV recreation enthusiasts that develops and provides a wide spectrum of programs, materials, and information to individuals, clubs, associations, and agencies in order to further a positive future for responsible OHV recreation.

State Partner
Nancy Minard
758 Watson Branch Road
Cullowhee, NC 28723
828-293-0426
DirtPilotn@verizon.net
Associate Partner
Mark Mitchell
11711 Harrowfield Rd
Charlotte, NC 28226
704-905-4861
mmitchell@speedtv.com

Recreational Trails Program

The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) is a Federal Highway Administration program. RTP funds come from the Federal Highway Trust Fund and are available to States to develop and maintain recreational trails and trail-related facilities for both non-motorized and motorized recreational trail uses. Each State administers its own program. You can contact your state RTP Administrator to find out what trail projects are being funded in your state and how to apply for project funding.

State Administrator
Darrell L. McBane
State Trails Coordinator
NC Division of Parks & Recreation
MSC 1615
Raleigh, NC 27699-1615
Ph: 919-715-8699
Fax: 919-715-3085
darrell.mcbane@ncmail.net

United States Forest Service

Many National Forests provide excellent OHV riding opportunities. For this reason, we have provided a list of U.S. Forest Service employees in charge of trails or resource management in each National Forest in your state. It's a good idea to familiarize yourself with these individuals, as they can be a great resource for information. It is especially important right now, since the Forest Service is in the process of implementing its November 2005 Travel Management Rule which requires each National Forest to designate those roads, trails, and areas that are open to motor vehicle use. Once this designation process is complete and a Motor Vehicle Use Map is published, no OHV use will be allowed off of designated routes. Therefore it is extremely important for the public to be engaged in this process.

North Carolina National Forests Forest Office Address Forest Contact Telephone
Croatan, Nantahala, Pisgah, and Uwharrie 160A Zillicoa Street
P.O. Box 2750
Asheville, NC 28802
Mary Noel 828-257-4259
 
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