Trails Only Yukon Association (TOYA)
WTAY has been in conversations with TOYA regarding their goals surrounding ATV use. These goals are:
- Designated ATV trails in the Yukon wilderness
- ATV legislation
- Effective enforcement
- Education
TOYA presented WTAY with a Common Beliefs Document and asked the board if they would support the beliefs listed below:
- We agree that there is a legitimate place for responsible ATV use in the Yukon.
- We agree that there is a need for ATV legislation/regulations to protect habitat and ensure healthy wildlife populations.
- We agree that both education and effective enforcement are necessary to promote responsible use of ATVs.
- We agree that different areas require different levels of ATV management.
- We agree that some areas of the Yukon be designated as non-motorized zones from April 1 to Nov. 1st.
- We agree that legislation/regulations be proactive and endeavor to prevent damage instead of reacting after the damage is done.
- We agree that ATVs be registered and clearly identifiable.
- We agree that it is our collective responsibility to protect the legacy of wild places for present and future generations.
- We agree that maintaining natural places is the key to survival of future wildlife populations.
- We agree that ATVs should be required to travel on existing hard bottom trails in alpine and sensitive wetlands areas.
The WTAY Board of Directors considered this document and have taken a position of support for this.
WTAY will continue to work with and support TOYA in achieving their goals.
More information can be found at http://www.trailsonly.ca/
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