Tread Lightly!

08/12/2026

Whether you ride, hike, camp, hunt, fish, or simply explore, chances are your adventure begins on a forest road or trail. Keeping those roads and trails intact helps ensure they remain accessible for everyone who enjoys the outdoors.

Travel responsibly by:
• Staying on designated roads, trails, and areas open to your vehicle
• Driving over, not around, obstacles to prevent trail widening
• Avoiding mud and wheel spin whenever possible
• Crossing streams only at designated fording points
• Respecting signs, barriers, and closures

Every mile of responsible riding helps keep our trails healthy, accessible, and ready for the next adventure. Tread Lightly!, Travel Responsibly and leave the trail better than you found it. https://treadlightly.org/tips/4x4/

08/10/2026

Drones and wildfires don’t mix.

Flying a drone near an active wildfire is illegal and can force firefighters to ground airtankers and helicopters, delaying critical response and putting lives at risk.

🔥 Treat active fires as no-fly zones. Before launching:
✈️ Keep airspace clear for emergency aircraft
📍 Check for Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs)
📱 Use an airspace app to verify restrictions
⚠️ Know the serious fines and penalties

Fly responsibly. Keep the skies clear for those fighting the fire. Find more wildfire prevention tips at https://treadlightly.org/programs/wildfire-prevention-tips/ -drones

08/07/2026

Ready to ride responsibly and make a difference? Complete the Responsible Rider Masterclass at ResponsibleRider.com and BRP will donate $35 per course to support Tread Lightly!'s mission.

Take all three, Snow 101, Water 101, and Offroad 101,and help generate a total of $105 in support. Ride smart and help protect our playgrounds! 🌲🏁

https://treadlightly.org/responsibleridermasterclass/

08/05/2026

ICYMI: The Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame launched its Future Legends Scholarship Program, investing $25,000 in the next generation of off-road leaders through media, advocacy, and technical education.

Applications are now open!

Every legend starts somewhere.

The Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame is proud to launch the Future Legends Scholarship Program, investing $25,000 in the next generation of off-road leaders through media, advocacy, and technical education. Applications open August 1, so if you’re ready to help shape the future of off-road, this is your opportunity.

08/04/2026

We had an incredible time at the 2026 Jeepers Jamboree, Inc. Camp Rubicon, helping the next generation of off-road enthusiasts learn how to recreate responsibly! 🚙🌲

A huge thank you to Jeepers Jamboree, Red Rock 4-Wheelers, inc. and the Ladies Offroad Network for helping facilitate responsible recreation education for the kids and helping them put the T.R.E.A.D. Principles into action through hands-on fun and interactive learning.

Seeing kids build confidence while learning the importance of responsible motorized recreation is what it's all about. Together, we're helping ensure our trails remain open and enjoyable for generations to come.

07/30/2026

We're ready for an unforgettable weekend at Jeepers Jamboree, Inc. Camp Rubicon!

Bring the kids by the RC course! We're teaming up with the Red Rock 4-Wheelers, inc. to teach the next generation trail-users how they can have fun while protecting the places we all love. It's a hands-on way for kids and families to discover the T.R.E.A.D. principles of responsible recreation!

Become a $100 Tread Lightly! Member this weekend and you'll be entered to win a Kids Ticket to Camp Rubicon 2027! Your membership helps protect access to public lands, supports stewardship projects across the country, and keeps our trails open for future adventures.

Swing by, say hello, test your skills on the RC course, and join us in protecting the adventure!

07/30/2026

Catch our Executive Director, James Boyd, at the Toledo Jeep Fest Tread Talk series! He'll be sharing why protecting access starts with education, responsible recreation, and hands-on stewardship.

Tread Talk: Our Speakers Series features Tedd Long, Walt Middleton, Sorin Cioc, Doug Johnson, James Boyd and Brad Kowitz talking the history of Jeep, off-road adventures and more (12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.) on the main stage in the Glass City Center.

07/28/2026

Know before you go🔥

Fire restrictions can change quickly, and knowing the current conditions is one of the easiest ways to help prevent human-caused wildfires.

Before hitting the trail, check the official forestry or land management websites—like the U.S. Forest Service or BLM—for the areas you'll be visiting to find current fire danger ratings and active campfire restrictions. While you're traveling, use real-time resources like InciWeb or your state Department of Transportation's road map to stay updated on active wildfires, smoke, and unexpected road closures.

For even more tips on wildfire prevention and responsible recreation, check out Tread Lightly!'s new Wildfire Tips page and do your part to help protect our public lands: https://treadlightly.org/programs/wildfire-prevention-tips/ -you-go

07/27/2026

The 2026 Tread Lightly! Free Education Poster Program is now open!

Education is one of the most powerful ways to protect our trails, public lands, and outdoor recreation opportunities. That's why we're excited to offer FREE customizable education posters to help land managers, agencies, clubs, organizations, and outdoor enthusiasts share responsible recreation messages with their communities.

Thanks to the generous support of the Right Rider Access Fund, organizations can request up to 20 free, weather-resistant posters while supplies last. Perfect for trailheads, visitor centers, campgrounds, staging areas, events, and more!

By displaying responsible recreation messaging where it matters most, you're helping protect access, reduce resource damage, and inspire stewardship for future generations.

Request your free posters today before they're gone! https://treadlightly.org/freeposters2026/