Bridger Forest plan limits ATVs

Written by Associated Press

Wednesday, January 28, 2009

JACKSON, Wyo. Bridger-Teton National Forest officials have approved a plan that limits off-road motorized vehicles to designated trails and roads on the western Wyoming forest.

The use of motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles in the forest around Jackson Hole had largely been unregulated before the agency announced Tuesday that it had issued a final decision on the plan. Wilderness was one of the few exceptions.

The final plan eliminates unrestricted use and designates 392 miles of roads and 88 miles of trails where motorized use is allowed. While the plan keeps many trails popular with motorized vehicle users, it does impose more seasonal limits to protect wildlife and sensitive soils during certain times of the year.

The plan met with approval from both motorized advocates and environmental groups.

Source: http://www.sltrib.com/outdoors/ci_11573650

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