2025 has certainly seen a flurry of activity with the transition to new leadership in the White House and major changes in the structure of governmental agencies. Many of our partners have expressed concerns about being able to get trail work done in 2025 with hiring freezes, spending freezes, and changes in how business is done. It is easy at times like this to throw your hands in the air in frustration, and just do something besides volunteering your time to do trail work, but our sport is heavily reliant on the great work you do. After a discussion with some other motorized trail advocacy and education organizations, we decided to share some information about how certain groups have navigated these times of change and how they planned to keep moving forward. Hopefully this provides direction and inspiration for other groups to continue providing high quality recreation experiences. 

 

Off-highway motorcycle (OHM) enthusiasts in Ohio recently launched a new state-wide off-highway motorcycle association.  NOHVCC State Partner Matt Bucher, who spearheaded the effort, said that off-road motorcycle riders in Ohio needed an organization dedicated to advancing their recreational interests.  Matt said the new organization, the Ohio Off-Highway Motorcycle Association, will not only seek to create more OHM trail riding opportunities but will also work to educate riders to promote lawful, safe, and responsible OHM riding.  He noted that the association will be working with existing clubs, and developing new clubs where needed, to sponsor and develop new public riding opportunities in their areas.