West Virginia Bill to Create Off-Road Recreation Opportunities in Cabwaylingo State Forest Approved by Senate

 

DON’T DELAY!  Please voice your Support for S.B. 380 immediately from  West Virginia House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee Members by emailing now:

You may use the following points in your message:

 
  • S.B. 380 requires the state to establish a two-year pilot project permitting all-terrain vehicles and off-highway recreational vehicles (ORVs) to drive on roads and trails in Cabwaylingo State Forest.
     
  • S.B. 380 allows the state to establish special seasons and designate certain campgrounds and tent sites for ATV and ORV users in the forest.   
     
  • S.B. 380 allows the state to establish a special permit for purchase by the ATV and ORV users for road and trail access, and may close any areas to public use. 
     

Overview: Legislation (S.B. 380) to create a two-year pilot program permitting recreational vehicles on designated roads and trails in Cabwaylingo State Forest has been approved by the West Virginia Senate.  The bill also provides for designation of campgrounds and tent sites to be used by the ATV and ORV users.  The bill will next be considered by the House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee.