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ACTION ALERT | New AZ bill aims to prohibit deadly weather modification practice
Discover how Arizona House Bill 2056, introduced by Rep. Lisa Fink, aims to ban geoengineering and weather modification in Arizona. Learn about its impact on environmental policy, water rights, and international interests shaping the future of the Colorado River Basin. Join the grassroots movement to protect Arizona’s skies and sovereignty.
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Roads on federal land have always been, and always will be, governed by state law
Learn the truth behind federal travel management policies, their impact on state governance of public roads, and the role of environmental litigation in road closures. Discover how Revised Statute 2477 and state law hold the key to restoring access and preserving motorized use on public lands.
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The state laws that govern motorized roads on federal lands
Learn the vital role RS 2477 rights-of-way play in Arizona, ensuring access to public lands and supporting economic, recreational, and infrastructural needs. Explore how state laws protect these historic routes as public highways, emphasizing their essential status in maintaining connectivity and safeguarding property rights.
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AZBackroads Launches New Interactive Map to Visualize Fire Restrictions in Arizona
Discover AZBackroads’ new interactive fire restrictions map, a fast, user-friendly tool built with proprietary technology to visualize Arizona fire restrictions. Access real-time data, geolocation features, detailed restriction information, and more with unparalleled responsiveness.
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Making the case for state management of federal public land in Arizona
Explore the benefits of state control over public lands in Arizona, including improved land management, enhanced recreational access, and a constitutional framework that ensures federal interests are balanced with state sovereignty. Learn about interest-only legislative jurisdiction and the restoration of RS 2477 rights-of-way for motorized access.
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Is camping in Arizona next to water illegal?
Discover the truth about camping next to water in Arizona. Learn the legal regulations surrounding camping by rivers and lakes, and understand how to enjoy your Arizona 4×4 adventure responsibly. This guide covers the Arizona Revised Statute 17-308, shoreline camping restrictions, motorized access closures, and tips for camping near wildlife. Don’t let misconceptions stop you—explore…
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New AZ law fundamentally transforms how public lands are accessed
Arizona’s Senate Bill 1567, recently signed into law by Governor Katie Hobbs, introduces significant changes to off-highway vehicle (OHV) regulations. Key updates include requiring driver’s licenses for OHV operation, mandatory training courses, and new definitions for OHVs. The law also imposes penalties for improper OHV use and restricts children’s OHV operation. This legislation, driven by…
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Airing Down Tires: Unleashing Off-Road Performance
When it comes to conquering off-road terrain, one common aspect of vehicle preparation is the practice of airing down tires. Airing down, also known as deflating the tires, involves reducing the tire pressure to a level lower than what is recommended for regular on-road driving. While this may seem counterintuitive at first, the benefits it…
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U.S. Fish and Wildlife releases biological opinion on the use of fire retardants on National Forest lands
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service released a Biological Opinion on February 15, 2023 as part of a Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) regarding the use of aerial fire retardant on National Forest lands. If finalized, the Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement will establish additional “avoidance areas” that prohibit the use of fire retardant within…
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BLM Management Strategy for Motorized Vehicle Use on Public Lands
Learn about the Bureau of Land Management’s National Management Strategy, developed in 2001 to address Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) issues on federal lands. Explore how RS 2477 rights-of-way are incorporated into land-use planning and how the BLM’s travel management strategy impacts motorized access. Discover the importance of RS 2477 rights-of-way in defending off-highway vehicle access and…