Ruling goes into effect Tuesday; officials cite damage to habitat
On a nice weekend, hundreds of all-terrain vehicles cruise up and down the levee that separates Broward and Palm Beach counties west of U.S. Highway 27.
Other recreational riders venture into the wildlife management areas north and south of the levee — but they'll soon have to look elsewhere to ride.
As of Tuesday, ATVs will be banned from more than 700,000 acres and on the levees that serve as boundaries for the four wildlife areas in South Florida.
According to biologists and law enforcement officers with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, some ATV riders are causing damage to the habitat by speeding, carving muddy trails and leaving trash behind.
ATV riders are unhappy about the ban because there are so few places to ride in South Florida
"How can they do that?" Jorge Merino, of Sunrise, said while repairing one of his four-wheelers on the levee. "This is the only place we've got to ride.
"I come out here with my kids and my wife like every two weeks," said Merino, whose children are 8 and 6 years old. "We try to spend all day out here. It's really fun for the kids." [read more]
source information: http://www.sun-sentinel.com
June 27, 2008
June 1, 2008
25 Top Tips To Do Before Going Offroad (Last Part)
16.Check all belts and hoses, and carry spares. The lower radiator hose is the one that usually gets damaged while off-roading, so ensure that you have a spare. Alternator/water-pump belts are the most important. Newer vehicles often use serpentine belts. While much less prone to failure, they can be pains to change. The are also expensive, but carry one if you can afford it.
17.Make sure you have a working jack and know how to use it.
18.If you have room, carry a second spare wheel and tire. Nothing is worse than getting a second flat tire on the same trip.
19.Check the weather forecast. If there is even the remote possibility of snow, or if you will be at high altitude, carry tire chains for all four wheels and know how to install them. Don’t forget the chain tensioners, which look like big rubber bands with hooks. Remember that the chain tensioners will deteriorate over time, so check them periodically for cracks and splits.
20.Carry a tool kit (see other list)
21.Carry a first-add kit.
22.Carry an emergency kit (see other list)
23.Carry a flashlight and an extra set of fresh batteries
24.Brink a few scraps of plywood, about 10 to 12 inches square. You may need them to support your jack if you have to change a tire on the uneven ground.
25.Make sure you headlights, taillights, and brake lights all work. It’s a good idea to carry spare bulbs.
Enjoy.....
17.Make sure you have a working jack and know how to use it.
18.If you have room, carry a second spare wheel and tire. Nothing is worse than getting a second flat tire on the same trip.
19.Check the weather forecast. If there is even the remote possibility of snow, or if you will be at high altitude, carry tire chains for all four wheels and know how to install them. Don’t forget the chain tensioners, which look like big rubber bands with hooks. Remember that the chain tensioners will deteriorate over time, so check them periodically for cracks and splits.
20.Carry a tool kit (see other list)
21.Carry a first-add kit.
22.Carry an emergency kit (see other list)
23.Carry a flashlight and an extra set of fresh batteries
24.Brink a few scraps of plywood, about 10 to 12 inches square. You may need them to support your jack if you have to change a tire on the uneven ground.
25.Make sure you headlights, taillights, and brake lights all work. It’s a good idea to carry spare bulbs.
Enjoy.....
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