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Reprinted from Mission Record, Oct 26/06(Original story no longer available on the Mission Record website) ATV group coming to clean up riding areaBy Carol Aun Mission Record
“The idea for a trail clean up has been tossed around the site for a while,” said Greg Sue, founder of Quads.ca, a forum which brings ATV riders together. On Nov. 5, riders are putting their words into action as they try to improve the riding conditions along the Lost Creek Forest Service Road, which is just north of Sylvester Road. There are very few areas for ATV riders to go to in the Lower Mainland, said Sue. Most will drive for hours for a good location. Lost Creek Forest Service Road is one of the few local areas available. “Unfortunately, the proximity of the area to a populated region also allows easy and convenient access for those who have garbage to dump and do not want to pay a dumping fee,” Sue added. Mission’s rural beat cop, Const. Joey Starr, patrols the area and agrees illegal dumping is getting out of hand. “We’re always going up there and we’re always getting calls about dumping,” explained Starr. Unlike Burma Road which is a municipal road and has a gate at the entrance, Lost Creek Service Road is a provincial road and access points are not gated. “This area is more of a dumping ground for garbage and stolen vehicles,” said Starr, adding many people also use the area for target practice. Starr, is an outdoor enthusiast and is a member of Quads.ca. In fact, it was his idea for the clean up, said Sue. “I’ve done clean-ups before, but Joey got the ball rolling on this one,” said Sue. “If you care about the riding area, why not have a clean up day?” asked Starr. According to Sue, typical riding areas don’t look like the one north of Sylvester Road. People usually pick up after themselves, he noted. “It’s not something we normally see, which is why we’re targeting the area,” said Sue. Riding areas are shut down from time to time for a variety of reasons. A trail clean up would remove debris hazardous to trail users and wildlife, reduce the contamination of the environment and help preserve the natural beauty of the area. “Notwithstanding the obvious environmental benefit, performing a trail clean up would help show that many ATVers are environmentally responsible and are genuinely interested in protecting shared-use riding areas,” said Sue. Sue, who lives in Port Moody, says most people involved in this clean up live across the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley. Quads.ca was founded in May 2003 to connect ATV riders together. There are 1,600 registered members who use the forum to ask questions, learn about safety and land issues, post pictures and organize trips. Quads.ca members come from all walks of life, and some are physically handicapped, said Sue. To help with the clean up or to get involved with the group, visit www.quads.ca. © Copyright 2006 Mission City Record |
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