Organizations Concerned about OHVs on Public Lands

Here is a starter list of organizations concerned about off-highway vehicles, safety, and their use on public lands. If you know of organizations that should be listed here, please send the url to: info@glorietamesa.org

New Mexico Organizations

New Mexico Wilderness Aliance - The New Mexico Wilderness Alliance is dedicated to the protection, restoration and continued enjoyment of New Mexico wild lands and wilderness areas.
Wild Earth Guardians - Wild Earth Guardians seeks to protect and restore the native wild lands and wildlife of the American Southwest through fundamental reform of public policies and practices.
Santa Fe Watershed Watch - Santa Fe Watershed Watch is a non-profit citizen’s group dedicated to protecting the Santa Fe watershed. Our Mission: To preserve and restore the Santa Fe Forest and Watershed through public awareness, advocacy and stewardship.
JemezTrails.org - Protect & Preserve Quiet Recreation in Our National Forests
New Mexico Public Lands Action Network - NM PLAN is a new coalition of New Mexicans from all parts of the state who use public lands, are working to promote responsible use of these lands and ensure that the state’s OHV-related laws are strongly and effectively enforced.
The Upper Gila Watershed Alliance - a non-profit watershed protection and conservation organization working to promote the long-term health of the Upper Gila Watershed and its communities of life. Through research, education, and restoration projects, we are striving to build communities of stewards in more locally based economies.
Sierra Club Rio Grande Chapter - Explore, enjoy and protect the planet.
Caldera Action - Our mission is to foster active citizen participation in the restoration, protection, and appreciation of the Valles Caldera National Preserve, for the long-term benefit of the place itself, the American public, and visitors from around the world.
Eldorado Residents Association, a nonprofit Community organization concerned about the impact the FS proposal will have on our adjacent 4,000 acre wildlife preserve.
Quivira Coalition - The Quivira Coalition fosters ecological, economic and social health on western landscapes through education, innovation, collaboration, and progressive public and private land stewardship.
Southwest Seminars - is a Santa Fe, New Mexico educational nonprofit 501(c)3 organization that specializes in developing programs in Southwest studies: including history, archaeology, art, literature, natural history, geology, ecology, biology, cultural affairs, and other Southwest studies which are sensitive to the multicultural heritage and community traditions of its people, for the benefit of residents, visitors, individuals, and groups. Its purpose is to educate, foster and encourage awareness, as well as to heighten cultural sensitivity in the Southwest through seminars, lectures, conferences, educational and cultural tours.
Earthworks Institute - Earth Works is dedicated to protecting the integrity of the natural environment by developing and promoting models of natural systems to create sustainable, self sufficient communities.
The Valles Caldera Rim Trails - a grass roots effort with a goal of creating a sequence of interconnecting trails around the rim of the Valles Caldera National Preserve.
Santa Fe Conservation Trust - The Santa Fe Conservation Trust is dedicated to preserving the spirit of place among the communities of northern New Mexico by protecting open spaces and critical wildlife habitat, by creating trails, and by protecting the traditional landscapes of our diverse cultures.
New Mexico Heritage Preservation Alliance (NMHPA) - The New Mexico Heritage Preservation Alliance is a statewide, private non-profit organization that promotes, protects, and advocates for New Mexico's heritage.
Audubon New Mexico - Audubon New Mexico (ANM) is devoted to the protection, preservation, and enjoyment of the environment, with a particular emphasis on birds. ANM is part of the National Audubon Society and serves members in New Mexico.
New Mexico Environmental Law Center - The New Mexico Environmental Law Center works to protect New Mexico's communities and their environments through public education, legislative initiatives, administrative negotiations and litigation.
Conservation Voters - Conservation Voters New Mexico is the political voice of the New Mexico conservation community. They are a nonpartisan, non-profit organization dedicated to protecting the quality of life and the environment in New Mexico by empowering people to participate in the political process, educating and holding politicians accountable and electing conservation-minded public officials.
Amigos Bravos - formed in 1988 in response to a proposed mineral waste disposal facility for the Molycorp molybdenum mine near Questa, New Mexico. Since successfully stopping this controversial plan, Amigos Bravos has grown into a well respected environmental and social justice organization.

Other Organizations Around the Country

Center for Biological Diversity - the Center is working closely with other organizations, agency officials and the public to create positive reforms. We encourage all concerned citizens to join in this effort to reduce damages associated with off-road vehicles, to protect public trust resources, and to secure recreational opportunities for quiet users
Wildlands CPR - was formed in 1994 as a national clearinghouse and network, created by a core group of sixteen organizations concerned about the dramatic ecological impacts of wildland roads on public lands. Led by a staff of experienced conservationists, Wildlands CPR has always worked in collaboration with other groups, and takes pride in its strong commitment to listening, dialogue, and the ability to work with diverse constituents.
The Wilderness Society - protects and conserves America's wilderness and roadless areas, including the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, and national forests, monuments, parks, and refuges.
Trout Unlimited - Our mission is to conserve, protect and restore North America's coldwater fisheries and their watersheds.
Great Old Broads for Wilderness - a national, grassroots nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing, preserving and protecting America's roadless public lands. Today there are Broads of all ages and both genders in every state in the union making their voices heard to protect America's last wild places
Earthjustice - a non-profit public interest law firm dedicated to protecting the magnificent places, natural resources, and wildlife of this earth, and to defending the right of all people to a healthy environment. We bring about far-reaching change by enforcing and strengthening environmental laws on behalf of hundreds of organizations, coalitions and communities.
Concerned Parents for ATV Safety - is a network of parents dedicated to reducing injuries and death among children driving powerful All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). We offer support to victim’s families and provide families with information and resources to make informed decisions about their children and ATVs. Through public education we work to raise awareness of the need for adequate, common sense safety standards that keep children under 16 off ATVs, and for enforcement of ATV laws.
Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility - PEER is a national non-profit alliance of local, state and federal scientists, law enforcement officers, land managers and other professionals dedicated to upholding environmental laws and values.
Colorado Wild - was formed in 1998 to protect, preserve, and restore the native plants and animals of the southern Rocky Mountains, focusing its efforts on habitat protection of Colorado’s forested, roadless, public lands and other ecologically important areas.
White Mountain Conservation League - The White Mountain Conservation League (WMCL) is a local action group dedicated to sustaining and enhancing the White Mountain ecosystems and communities. The spectacular White Mountain region provides habitat for hundreds of plant and animal species.
Idaho Conservation League - The Idaho Conservation League preserves Idaho's clean water, wilderness and quality of life through citizen action, public education, and professional advocacy.
Montanans for Quiet Recreation - Dedicated to conserving and restoring landscapes for quiet muscle-powered recreation
Community ORV Watch - Protecting Private and Public Lands From Off Road Vehicle Abuse
Arizona Wilderness Coalition - our mission is to permanently protect and restore Wilderness and other wild lands and waters in Arizona for the enjoyment of all citizens and to ensure that Arizona's native plants and animals have a lasting home in wild nature.
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum - our mission is to inspire people to live in harmony with the natural world by fostering love, appreciation, and understanding of the Sonoran Desert.
The Klamath-Siskiyou Wildlands Center - KS Wild fights for permanent protection of the incomparable ecological riches of southwest Oregon and northwest California
Georgia ForestWatch - The members of Georgia Forestwatch share as their vision the enduring restoration, protection, and appreciation of the unique mountain and piedmont landscapes of north and central Georgia, and the biological communities and diversity located therein.
Bluewater Network - Protecting parks, forests, and waterways from motorized thrillcraft
Palouse-Clearwater Environmental Institute - Connecting People, Place, and Community in Idaho and eastern Washington
California Wilderness Coalition - protecting our wild lands
Appalachian Mountain Club - Outdoor Recreation, Education, Conservation in the Northeast
Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance - our mission is the preservation of the outstanding wilderness at the heart of the Colorado Plateau, and the management of these lands in their natural state for the benefit of all Americans.
Bitterroot Quiet Use Coalition - BQUC believes that everyone can enjoy the Bitterroot National Forest through responsible recreation, but that no one has the right to abuse it or ruin other people’s experiences.
Minnesotans for Responsible Recreation - The Voice for Peace & Quiet & Healthy Trails & Waterways Since 1996
Friends of Living Oregon Waters - FLOW’s mission is to provide legal oversight, monitoring and public education to protect Oregon Waters from the impacts of pollution and development.
Friends of the Earth - Our Mission: Friends of the Earth defends the environment and champions a healthy and just world.
Southern Environmental Law Center (SELC) - Protecting the South's Air, Water, Wild Places, and Communities: For the past 20 years, the Southern Environmental Law Center has used the full power of the law to conserve clean water, healthy air, wild lands, and livable communities throughout the Southeast.
Upper Mississippi Basin Stakeholder Network - Enhancing Communication and Providing Information for Upper Mississippi Basin Stakeholders
The Pryors Coalition - business-owners, educators, and others -- who cherish the peaceful and quiet beauty of the Pryors. We enjoy the Pryors in many ways, hiking, hunting, horseback riding and skiing.
Los Padres ForestWatch - a community-based nonprofit organization that is leading efforts to protect the Los Padres National Forest and other public lands along California's Central Coast. Through innovative field work, scientific collaboration, and legal advocacy, we work to preserve and restore the forests, mountain streams, rolling hills, deserts, wetlands, coastal areas, and wildlife of this spectacular area.
Defenders of Wildlife - Defenders of Wildlife is a national, nonprofit membership organization dedicated to the protection of all native animals and plants in their natural communities.
National Parks Conservation Association - Our Mission: To protect and enhance America's National Parks for present and future generations.
Desert Tortoise Preserve Committee - a non-profit organization formed in 1974 to promote the welfare of the desert tortoise (Gopherus agassizii) in its native wild state. Committee members share a deep concern for the continued preservation of the tortoise and its habitat in the southwestern deserts.
SISKIYOU PROJECT - For future generations of all species, the Siskiyou Project is the grassroots network dedicated to permanently protecting the globally outstanding forests, botanical areas and wild salmon streams of the Siskiyou Wild Rivers area.
The Utah Quiet Forests Coalition - Off Road vehicles (ORVs) have become one of the greatest threat to America’s public lands. They destroy habitat, damage riparian areas, degrade water quality, pollute the air and disturb both wildlife and humans who prefer quiet in the outdoors.
Bark-out.org - watchdogs federal land agencies to make sure they manage the forest in the public interest. Bark aims to halt all logging and forest destruction until permanent protection of public forests is achieved.
Sierra Club - The Sierra Club reaffirms its support for the Wilderness Act's prohibition of "mechanized modes of transport," including non-motorized vehicles, from entry into designated wilderness.
Wild Wilderness - In the summer of 1997 Wild Wilderness created a website to warn the general public about plans to privatize, commercialize and motorize America's National Forests. Since that time we have been researching the issue, speaking out, educating the media, and providing guidance to undeveloped recreation enthusiasts all over the country.
Republicans for Environmental Protection - was formed in 1995 to resurrect the GOP's great conservation tradition and to restore natural resource conservation and sound environmental protection as fundamental elements of the Republican Party's vision for America.
Izaak Walton League of America - Founded in 1922, the Izaak Walton League is one of the nation's oldest and most respected conservation organizations. With a powerful grassroots network of 40,000 members and nearly 300 local chapters nationwide, the League takes a common-sense approach toward protecting our country's natural heritage and improving outdoor recreation opportunities for all Americans. We invite you to learn about our work and to join us in supporting important conservation initiatives in your community.
Natural Trails & Waters Coalition - The Natural Trails and Waters Coalition works to protect and restore all public lands and waters from the damage caused by dirt bikes, jet skis and all other off-road vehicles. To achieve its mission, the Coalition is using a variety of legislative, administrative, legal, media, and grassroots strategies targeted at those who manage or make decisions or policies regarding our state and federal public lands.
Forest Conservation Portal - Ecological Science Based Forest Conservation Advocacy Forests.org Provides Vast Forest Conservation News, Information Retrieval Tools and Original Analysis
Noise Pollution Clearinghouse - We have organized to raise awareness of noise pollution and help communities take back the commons from those acting like bullies. Our efforts include building a library of resources and tools concerning noise pollution, establishing links to other groups that have similar collections, establishing networks among local noise activists, assisting communities and activists who are working to reduce noise pollution, and monitoring and advocating for stronger noise controls.

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