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Environmental scientists from Oceano Dunes SVRA and the OHMVR Division
attend California Coastal Commission meetings. In addition, the Oceano Dunes
District established the Technical Review Team (TRT) under a permit condition to
address and help resolve perceived conflicts between recreational vehicle use and
the protection of sensitive environmental species at Oceano Dunes SVRA. TRT
members include representatives from the United States Fish and Wildlife Service
(USFWS), the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), California Coastal
Commission, local governments, landowners and residents, environmental groups,
and the OHV community. TRT tasks include reviewing scientific reports, particulate
monitoring efforts, mitigation and regulatory issues, and other issues affecting
recreation and resource management. The TRT produces an annual report of
recommendations to the California Coastal Commission.
Honda Partners to Assist Off-Highway Police
Activities League Program
In May 2016, an
appreciation ceremony
was held at Prairie City
SVRA during the highly
publicized Motocross
Classic event. The
ceremony recognized
and expressed gratitude
to the American Honda
Motor Company for
the generous donation
of two ROVs, eight
motorcycles and ten
ATVs that will be used for youth safety and educational training. Honda has partnered
with the OHMVR Division to provide use of these vehicles to the Off-Highway Police
Activities League program, known as OHPal. The recreation and mentoring program
uses the appeal of OHVs and a comprehensive curriculum to develop positive
relationships between peace officers and youth while fostering safe and responsible
OHV riding behavior. The vehicles will be distributed throughout the state at the
following state vehicular recreation areas: Hollister Hills, Hungry Valley and Prairie City
SVRAs. These vehicles replaced motorcycles and ATVs that were up to 20 years old.
This substantial donation is an example of how beneficial and important partnerships
are in State Parks.
L. to R.: OHMVR Commissioner Paul Slavik; former OHMVR Division Acting
Deputy Director Maria Mowrey; State Parks Director Lisa Mangat; American
Honda Motor Company, Honda Rider Education Department Manager Gary
Martini; and OHMVR Commission Chair Ted Cabral
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