NOHVCC began a series of free webinars in 2019. The webinars are designed to deliver quality and helpful information on OHV safety, education, management and other issues related to motorized recreation.
The series kicked off in January 2019 with a presentation titled What is NOHVCC? Subsequent webinars focused on OHV Club and Association Development, Introduction to Mapping and GIS and Effective OHV Economic Impact Studies (recorded versions available below).
Please keep an eye on NOHVCC’s website (and on your emails) for future webinar installments. Finally, recorded versions of future webinars will be made available below.
NOHVCC’s mission is to “create a positive future for OHV recreation.” How does NOHVCC strive to further that mission? Learn more about how NOHVCC operates by viewing this recorded version of the “What is NOHVCC” webinar. If you have ever wondered about NOHVCC’s structure, programs, projects or staff, this webinar is for you. Also, NOHVCC provides a wide range of tools, guidance and expertise to OHV enthusiasts and managers – don’t miss this opportunity to find out if you can benefit from NOHVCC’s assistance!
Some of the reasons people join OHV clubs include – strength in numbers, learning where to ride, and who to ride with, improving trails, cultivating communication with land management agencies, leveraging funds and resources, and FUN! This webinar will focus on helping enthusiasts start a club or association and will be helpful for anyone who serves in a leadership role in an existing club or association, or anyone who wants to better understand how successful clubs are managed.
Accurate, easy-to-use maps are essential to a positive OHV experience. It is hard to have a fun day on the trails when you get lost, don’t know where to go or end up somewhere you don’t belong because a map led you astray. Geoff Chain with NOHVCC has extensive experience with all facets of creating maps and will share some of his knowledge during this webinar. This presentation is designed to introduce participators to map basics including map features, types of maps, creating maps, mapping software Geographic Information Sciences (GIS), ArcGIS, and Avenza.
Mark Imerman from Regional Strategic, Ltd. will make a presentation on economic impact modeling for the off-highway vehicle recreation industry. The presentation will provide an overview of how economic impact modeling works, the information needed, and how to ensure you get accurate results from your effort. It will also include highlights from a recently completed survey and impact modeling effort in Iowa.
Chris Real from DPS Technical, Inc. will present Vehicle Noise Control and Management Basics as vehicle technology is evolving and motorized recreation areas have the constant pressure of managing multiple aspects of environmental protection and multiple uses. Unwanted sound or NOISE is primary topic whenever vehicles are part of the recreational environment. The presentation will provide an overview of sound control strategies including field sound testing measurement methodologies, sound measuring instruments and regulatory challenges.
James Freeman from Trailhead Consultants will present Web Marketing Basics for Clubs and Associations. In this webinar we will discuss how to develop a simple strategy for your web marketing, how to “right-size” your organization’s web presence to meet the goals and objectives of the group, how to use online posts and activities as a tool to support your operations and growth (rather than something you have to do).
NOHVCC’s Great Trails Workshops focus on the design, layout, construction, maintenance and management of sustainable OHV trails. Hands-on field training is emphasized. Particpants include trail managers; trail construction and maintenance supervisors and crews; engineering staff involved in trail planning, design, maintenance and construction; trail contractors; OHV club trail volunteers; and other interested stakeholders. This webinar will provide information on what makes a great trail great and will serve as an introduction to Great Trails Workshops.
What was intended to be a special, one-day event called the “Thank You For Your Service Ride,” has turned into so much more. NOHVCC Chairman and External Relations Director for the Iowa OHV Association, Dan Kleen, has no organized several veterans’ rides in Iowa (with more to come). This webinar will highlight the rides for veterans in Iowa and provide participants with all the information and tools necessary for clubs across the Country to replicate Iowa’s success.
OHV recreation equals family recreation. There are more options than ever to get outdoors and ride with family members both young and not so young. But these options make it imperative that parents make sure that their children are of an appropriate age and maturity level to operate a motorized vehicle. Thankfully the ATV Safety Institute (ASI) has some tools to help parents make informed decisions.
OHV Recreation often occurs on public lands. If OHV enthusiasts want to ensure the best possible experience when they hit the trails it will be important to get to know the land managers. It is easy to say what we would like to see (more and better opportunities), but often the land managers have unique issues to deal with that can only become obvious by working together. Tom Crimmins, US Forest Service, retired, will present on how to work with land managers in a way that results in productive two-way relationships.
Economics have always played a strong role in the planning process. The economic contributions from outdoor recreation have been an area of great discussion over the last several years for a lot of reasons. However, not all research is created equally. This discussion will allow attendees to identify shortfalls or strengths of research and address the varying quality of economic contribution research that is now available.
Through the promotion of safety, education and service across 80,000 miles of motorized trail, Utah is a leader in volunteer service. An underrated population that strongly contributes to this effort are motorized enthusiasts who give back in multiple ways across the State. This webinar will specifically cover the efforts of these men and women who dedicate their time to protect their recreational access through active volunteerism.
Eric Anderson from ROXOR, Mahindra Automotive North America and ROXOR Adventure Magazine will discuss how to prepare and pack your vehicle for any situation that may occur on long trips. The further off the grid you go and the longer you are gone increases chances you will need something you don’t have. Prepping and packing for a long off-highway trip will require more than just the common “Bug-Out Bag.” Eric will discuss the things you absolutely need and tell some stories about how he and others survived challenges.
Chris Real from DPS Technical, Inc. presents Vehicle Spark Arresters Past, Present and Future – a necessary webinar as vehicle technology is evolving and motorized recreation managers face the constant pressure of managing environmental protection while providing for multiple uses. Protection of resources is an important part of motorized recreation, with wildfire prevention being a critical topic. This presentation will provide a qualified overview of Spark Arresters and an evolutionary review related to the subject including field inspection methodologies. The webinar is a portion of a multi-part series that is the foundation for new field and management staff as well as a refresher for experienced staff and OHV enthusiasts.
The Post Wildfire OHV Recovery Alliance (PWORA) was formed to orchestrate and organize volunteers to bring back OHV, 4×4, dirt bike, and all recreational access trails after terrible fire seasons. Read more about PWORA’s first ever work weekend recovering infrastructure on the Chappie-Shasta OHV Area on BLM managed lands in Northern California here. PWORA president and NOHVCC State Partner (CA), Don Amador will lead a discussion on the formation of PWORA, describe some of its work weekends and will describe how PWORA’s success can be replicated in other areas.
Motorcycle Industry Council’s President and CEO Erik Pritchard will be joined by MIC’s Senior Vice President, Government Relations, Scott Schloegel as they provide an update on the state of the powersports industry. Topics will include vehicle sales, market realities, ongoing efforts by MIC and current government relations issues and opportunities. You do not want to miss this opportunity to hear from and engage with key leaders in the powersports community!
Anyone who organizes or participates in events or performs volunteer efforts on National Forests should have an interest in this webinar. Sandy Bearden, Safety Manager, United States Forest Service, Rocky Mountain Region described the new Forest Service guidance that will impact the way volunteers and others assess risk in projects. This webinar will allow you to hear directly from the Forest Service about any new expectations and provided an opportunity for real-time participants to have questions answered.
Nikhil Narkhede, OHV Program Manager, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Off Highway Vehicle Program, has a lot of experience with grants. In his role with Nevada DCNR he reviews grant applications and has a say in projects that get selected for awards. Please join us as Nikhil presents on Effective Grant Writing. Nikhil will cover basic grant writing and provide some tips and advice on how to make your grant application stand out. You do not want to miss this!
Jon Noyes, Principal Planner, Oakland County, Parks and Recreation will present a case study of how the Holly Oaks ORV Park in Michigan went from dream to reality. Holly Oaks ORV Park is about a one-hour drive from Detroit, MI. Participate in this webinar to better understand how Jon and his partners have created a unique OHV opportunity that is easily accessible to urban-based enthusiasts. Not only did Jon relate his own experiences he took the opportunity to answer some questions from participants.
Andria Yu, director of media relations at the Motorcycle Industry Council, and Ty van Hooydonk, senior editor at the MIC, introduce webinar participants to important guidelines and best practices to follow when dealing with the media. OHV leaders are often approached by local newspapers, websites, blogs, radio stations and other media to weigh in on important issues. Andria and Ty have decades of experience in working with the media and will begin to help participants understand how, when, and why to comment on the record – and how to be prepared to deliver the appropriate message.
This training created by American Trails provides fundamental information for planning, designing, building and maintaining trails. This is a good introductory training for trail volunteers. For a more in depth look at the considerations for OHV specific trails NOHVCC recommends you visit the NOHVCC Great Trails Guidebook page.