Del Albright

State Level Coordination, Cooperation and Collaboration for Off-Road Recreation By Del Albright, 11/26/13 How do off-road and backcountry recreation groups coordinate their efforts better at the State level? In states like California where there are probably two dozen or more “friends” type groups, two multiple use organizations, a couple hundred local clubs, and national representation from at least four associations, it would seem a daunting task.  But there are solutions. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY of STEPS:  Develop common communications. Meet face to face. Conduct leadership calls frequently. Use Executive or Oversight Committees. Publish results and actions. In fact, it is being done at the national level, and that same model can be followed at the state level.  The North American Motorized Recreation Council (NAMRC) has laid the framework for uniting efforts across the country.  More can be done; but the model is solid.   NAMRC is supp...

HERE IS HOW THE SNACKS STACK UP -- PHASE I RESEARCH DONE! Del Albright Blog, 11/26/13 Phase I of my online and family taste testing is done when it comes to off-road/backcountry snacks from companies that are on our team, or at least not lobbying against us and our access to public lands and waterways.  Phase II is you reporting back on what you think of the flavors, options, and results. I did NOT do energy drinks.  Just bars and jerky.  Here is my report on those companies that I will buy from, and suggest you buy from as well.  BIG TIP: if you find a good snack elsewhere, PLEASE ask the company position before you buy. Then let us know. NOTE: my purpose here is not to go into all the flavors and act like some sort of food critic;  I'm just telling you   I researched these companies and tasted their treats -- they all came out with FLYING colors.  The ones I felt did not add up to our off-road world criteria, I did not report on.  The...

CA: CLEAR CREEK, ASBESTOS AND PERSISTENCE BY BRC Del Albright Blog, Nov. 24, 2013 I would like to showcase for CA riders, the work that has gone into getting Clear Creek back in our riding inventory since 2008.  BlueRibbon Coalition has devoted tons of staff hours (and some serious money) on fighting the absurdity of claimed asbestos issues. Here is a link to BRC congressional testimony which laid the groundwork for the legislation which is a long process. http://www.sharetrails.org/public-lands/don-amadors-testimony-house-subcommittee-ntnl-parks-forests-public-land     BRC continues to work with Congress to have them designate it as a National Recreation Area and open to OHV. Here is link to BRC news release last year http://www.sharetrails.org/news/2012/08/03/brc-applauds-legislation-designating-clear-creek-national-recreation-area The bill was reintroduced this year as H.R. 1776 and we are working to get a hearing on it. http://thomas.loc.go...

GETTIN' THE MESSAGE ON! MOTIVATIONAL POSTERS OF NOTE FOR LANDUSE IN NOVEMBER. Del Albright Blog, Nov. 25, 2013 These posters tell the tale and should motivate us all to do more; get more involved; and stop the trail closures and unnecessary land and water restrictions to our access.

Albright To Lead BlueRibbon Coalition Operations November 12, 2013 10:50 PM Del Albright Contact Del Albright, BRC Ambassador Paul Turcke, Esq. POCATELLO, ID (November 12, 2013) -- The BlueRibbon Coalition (BRC) Board of Directors formally announced today that Del Albright will serve as Interim Director of Operations, overseeing the daily affairs of BRC following the  departure of former Executive Director Greg Mumm . Albright is well known to BRC supporters and the broader outdoor community, having worked with BRC for over a decade, most recently as the BRC Ambassador. "It is with great anticipation that we promote Del to this position," said John Parrinello, President of the BRC Board. "He has the right mix of experience, vision, and credibility with our constituents to lead BRC at this important juncture," Parrinello explained. "I am excited to tackle this new job and new challenge," said Albright. "We...