OHV VOLUNTEER

**Scroll down for new pictures**The Off Highway Vehicle Host Program
"When it comes to getting into nature, few activities can get you further faster than backcountry motoring. By welcoming and educating Off Highway Vehicle users and working to maintain and preserve OHV recreation opportunities, you help off highway vehicle users understand the importance of land stewardship and resource ethics." (Taken from the OHV Host manual)

Lets face it... if we want to continue off roading on public land, we MUST accept responsibility for the care, management and maintainance of these lands, and act in a responsible manner while enjoying the wonderful opportunities afforded us to "Get away from it all"

What is an OHV Host?(from the OHV Host manual)
OHV Hosts are a group of specially trained adult volunteers riding motorcycles, all terrain vehicles or driving 4x4 vehicles on designated trails throughout the National Forest. They are responsible for greeting fellow OHV enthusiasts, handling emergencies and passing along information about backcountry travel on public land managed by the Forest Service. Operating under a volunteer agreement with the San Bernardino National Forest Association (SBNFA) the OHV volunteer, or host, represents the U.S. Forest Service. They are official representatives of the Forest Service, but carry no law enforcement authority to enforce regulations beyond that of any other citizen. Their influence is felt through their knowledge, friendliness, and willingness to help others. They are a vital part of the Forest Service who have a high degree of commitment to responsible use of off-highway travel on public lands.

Getting involved...
So, off highway vehicles aren't your cup of tea? There are several other volunteer programs you can check out. Budget cuts have severely cut into all departments of the US Forest Service. These people do wonders with what they have, but they are under funded and under staffed.
You can volunteer at visitor centers or for winter sports, or to serve in one of the Fire Look-out towers, greeting visitors and watching out for fire starts. One thing you can count on is meeting, and working with some great people that care about the forest, as well as feeling good about their contribution to keeping our National Forest lands open, accessible and safe for all visitors.

Holcomb creek in the San Bernardino mountains Volunteers check their location on the map

A beautiful desert vista. Seen from White Mountain