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GENERAL INFORMATION
Recognizing the importance of this issue and the
need for snowmobilers to do their share in preserving
areas that make it possible to enjoy our sport, BRP
has developed the "Light Treading Is Smart Sledding"
campaign for snowmobilers.
Light Treading refers to more than the thread of our
tracks. It's a statement of concern, respect and will-
ingness to take the lead and take action. It applies to
the environment in general, its proper care and main-
tenance, its natural inhabitants and all enthusiasts
and the public at large who enjoy the great outdoors.
With this theme, we invite all snowmobilers to
remember that respecting the environment is not only
critical to the future of our industry, but to future
generations.
Light Treading in no way suggests you should curb
your appetite for snowmobiling fun! It simply means
tread with respect!
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The fundamental objective of Light Treading is one of
respect for where and how you ride a snowmobile.
You're a light treader when you follow the principles
below.
Become informed. Obtain maps, regulations and
other information from the Forest Service or from
other public land agencies. Learn the rules and fol-
low them – and that goes for speed limits, too!
Avoid running over young trees, shrubs, and
grasses, and don't cut wood. On flatlands or areas
where trail riding is popular, it's important to ride only
where authorized. Remember, there is a link between
protecting your environment and your own safety.
Respect wildlife and be particularly sensitive of ani-
mals that are rearing young or suffering from food
shortage. Stress can sap scarce energy reserves.
Refrain from riding in areas where only animals are
intended to tread!
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