Clovis Independent 4 Wheelers

Continued maintenance is required to prevent deterioration of conditions and insure roads and trails are maintained to desired standards. The Bald Mountain Trail system is open in the winter for snow OHV use; however the SNF is closely monitoring the conditions of the trail. If the conditions exist that exceed the soil water quality, the Forest Service will temporarily close the trails until conditions improve. I feel that with the right tools and the amount of hard working volunteers the Clovis Independent 4 Wheelers have at their disposal there is not a better avenue the U.S Forest service could work with to accomplish both their goals and the goals of the off road community and still maintain a realistic budget . As wet as this winter has finally been please give volunteers the tools and resources they will need to help the BLM keep our lands open for all to use ! Steve Neel - 3/7/17

The Clovis Independent 4 Wheelers pick up the slack in Trail maintenance left by inadequate funding. They do a good job working with the Forest Service to keep the trails open and well-maintained. Their efforts to remove graffiti and pick up trash should be commended. Their work in removing fallen trees from the trails and campsites could not be done without the continued grant funding. Please support their efforts by awarding this grant. Marcus Magness - 3/8/17

I would have to say that being a member of this club for the last 5 years they are some of the most genuine hard working motivated volunteers I have ever been around and will make use of all opportunities given to them . Steve Neel - 3/7/17

To whom it may concern: Receiving the grant applied for would greatly benefit the work and maintenance to the National Forest including the Bald Mountain Trail provided by the members of Clovis Independent 4 Wheelers. Countless hours are spent each year but the efforts can only be met with the limitations of the resources we have available. This grant will allow for many tools etc. needed which will result in the safety of the volunteers as well as the proper maintenance needed. Thank you, Lisa Renelle - 3/8/17

I’m writing this letter of support of the Clovis Independent 4 Wheelers (CI4W) members’ wish to provide volunteer work with for Sierra National Forest (SNF) to improve OHV opportunities for the greater public. The CI4W have been continuously growing in membership and I support their request for grant funding to provide tools, supplies, road and trail directional signs, route markers, safety gear and equipment to support their volunteer efforts up in the Sierra National Forest. The Sierra National Forest need as much help as possible for road and trail maintenance. Much work is needed to insure that legal OHV trails and forest roads are kept open for public OHV use and to reduce potential adverse conditions. The continued reduction of the Forest Service road and trail maintenance budget has caused roads and trails to deteriorate to an unacceptable condition. Lack of proper maintenance has led to drainage structure failure and water quality degradation. Brush encroachment and downed trees on some roads and trails has begun to restrict motorized access and use. Many of these roads and trails provide access to and from developed campgrounds, dispersed camping areas, and recreational destination points. This work activity will be focused on roads and trails that provide a variety of motorized uses. Trails provide varied levels of difficulty from easy, to difficult, to more difficult. This project will improve motorized access, water quality, signage, and enhance the overall OHV experience within the SNF. Over the past 10 years, the CI4W have performed on average 1,000 volunteer hours of invaluable time each year toward maintenance activities on roads and trails that have contributed to increased water quality, decreased soil erosion and improved OHV recreational access. They have installed or repaired many trail signs and removed innumerable bags of trash from the forest. We have also repaired vandalism and removed graffiti from natural and manmade objects within the forest. With approval of this grant request they are hoping to take our commitment to the next level by providing a long term product of work to support the SNF and the OHV community. Mac Johnson - 3/15/17

I’m writing this letter of support of the Clovis Independent 4 Wheelers (CI4W) members’ who wish to continue providing volunteer work with for Sierra National Forest (SNF) to improve OHV opportunities for the greater public. The CI4W have been continuously growing in membership and I support their request for grant funding to provide tools, supplies, road and trail directional signs, route markers, safety gear and equipment to support their volunteer efforts up in the Sierra National Forest. The Sierra National Forest need as much help as possible for road and trail maintenance. Much work is needed to insure that legal OHV trails and forest roads are kept open for public OHV use and to reduce potential adverse conditions. The continued reduction of the Forest Service road and trail maintenance budget has caused roads and trails to deteriorate to an unacceptable condition. Lack of proper maintenance has led to drainage structure failure and water quality degradation. Brush encroachment and downed trees on some roads and trails has begun to restrict motorized access and use. Many of these roads and trails provide access to and from developed campgrounds, dispersed camping areas, and recreational destination points. So much of the work that is done also allows for better fire roads in case of emergency. This work activity will be focused on roads and trails that provide a variety of motorized uses. Trails provide varied levels of difficulty from easy, to difficult, to more difficult. This project will improve motorized access, water quality, signage, and enhance the overall OHV experience within the SNF. Over the past 10 years, the CI4W have performed on average 1,000 volunteer hours of invaluable time each year toward maintenance activities on roads and trails that have contributed to increased water quality, decreased soil erosion and improved OHV recreational access. They have installed or repaired many trail signs and removed innumerable bags of trash from the forest. We have also repaired vandalism and removed graffiti from natural and manmade objects within the forest. With approval of this grant request they are hoping to take our commitment to the next level by providing a long term product of work to support the SNF and the OHV community. The Grants they receive are very necessary for groups such as this to continue their volunteer work to improve the conditions on our roads, trails etc. Darren Warner - 3/15/17

I’m writing this letter of support of the Clovis Independent 4 Wheelers (CI4W) members’ who provide volunteer work with for Sierra National Forest (SNF). The CI4W have been continuously growing in membership and I support their request for grant funding to provide tools, supplies, road and trail directional signs, route markers, safety gear and equipment to support their volunteer efforts up in the Sierra National Forest. The Sierra National Forest need as much help as possible for road and trail maintenance. Much work is needed to insure that legal OHV trails and forest roads are kept open for public OHV use and to reduce potential adverse conditions. Volunteer work is vital to the area in so many ways. The continued reduction of the Forest Service road and trail maintenance budget has caused roads and trails to deteriorate to an unacceptable condition. Lack of proper maintenance has led to drainage structure failure and water quality degradation. Brush encroachment and downed trees on some roads and trails has begun to restrict motorized access and use and lessen access in case of emergency, which is vital during fire season. Many of these roads and trails provide access to and from developed campgrounds, dispersed camping areas, and recreational destination points. This work activity will be focused on roads and trails that provide a variety of motorized uses. This project will improve motorized access, water quality, signage, and enhance the overall OHV experience within the SNF. Over the past 10 years, the Clovis Independent 4 Wheelers have performed on average 1,000 volunteer hours of invaluable time each year toward maintenance activities on roads and trails that have contributed to increased water quality, decreased soil erosion and improved OHV recreational access. They have installed or repaired many trail signs and removed innumerable bags of trash from the forest. We have also repaired vandalism and removed graffiti from natural and manmade objects within the forest. With approval of this grant request they are hoping to take our commitment to the next level by providing a long term product of work to support the SNF and the OHV community. Tamera Warner - 3/15/17

Keeping public lands open is a priority to give the public the opportunity to enjoy their public lands. By maintaining the trails on public lands it ensures a safe and enjoyable use of our public lands. Glenn Renolds - 3/18/17

I support the Clovis Independent 4Wheelers members to provide volunteer work with for Sierra National Forest (SNF) to improve OHV opportunities for continued public use. My understanding is that CI4W have been continuously growing in membership that are willing to pitch and give a hand for Volunteer work. I support this Grant request for funding to provide tools, supplies, road and trail signs, route markers, safety gear and equipment to support their volunteer efforts up in the Sierra National Forest. All this is neccessary for the safety of the public, enjoyment of the natural beauty of the lookout over the Shaver Lake area, and keep the fire roads clear at a lower cost than hiring additional SNF employees. Typically, the weather, snow, wind, lighning strikes, drought, bark beetles, and natural erosion leaves the Sierra National Forest in need of as much help as possible for clearing roads and trail maintenance. Much work is needed to insure that legal OHV trails and forest roads are kept open for public OHV use and to reduce potential adverse conditions. The continued reduction of the Forest Service roads and trail maintenance budget has caused roads and trails to deteriorate to a less respectable condition. Lack of proper maintenance will lead to drainage structure failure and water quality degradation. Over-grown brush and downed trees on some roads and trails each year will restrict hiking, biking and motor vehicle access or use. Many of these roads and trails provide access to and from developed campgrounds, dispersed camping areas, and recreational destination points. This work activity will be focused on roads and trails that provide a variety of motorized uses. This project will improve motorized access, water quality, signage, and enhance the overall OHV experience within the SNF. Over the past 10 years, the CI4W have worked together with SNF an average 1,000 volunteer hours of invaluable time each year toward maintenance activities on roads and trails that have contributed to increased water quality, decreased soil erosion and improved OHV recreational access. They have installed or repaired many trail signs and removed innumerable bags of trash from the forest. CI4W also repaired vandalism and removes graffiti from natural and manmade objects within the forest. With the approval of this grant request they are hoping to take this commitment to the next level by providing a long term product of work to support the SNF and the OHV community. This is a "win win" for State of California and the Sierra National Forest as well as Shaver and Huntington Lakes local communities economy, for such a large and diverse multi-use area of Central California, for all Americans to continue to enjoy for many many years to come. Thank you for your consideration of this grant and Happy Trails Sincerely, Rick Gregor, Kate Gregor, Angela Barnes - 3/20/17

I’m writing this letter of support of the Clovis Independent 4 Wheelers (CI4W) members’ wish to provide volunteer work with for Sierra National Forest (SNF) to improve OHV opportunities for the greater public. The CI4W have been continuously growing in membership, my husband and I joined recently, and we support their request for grant funding to provide tools, supplies, road and trail directional signs, route markers, safety gear and equipment to support their volunteer efforts up in the Sierra National Forest. The Sierra National Forest needs as much help as possible for road and trail maintenance. Much work is needed to insure that legal OHV trails and forest roads are kept open for public OHV use and to reduce potential adverse conditions. The continued reduction of the Forest Service road and trail maintenance budget has caused roads and trails to deteriorate to an unacceptable condition. Lack of proper maintenance has led to drainage structure failure and water quality degradation. Brush encroachment and downed trees on some roads and trails has begun to restrict motorized access and use. Many of these roads and trails provide access to and from developed campgrounds, dispersed camping areas, and recreational destination points. This work activity will be focused on roads and trails that provide a variety of motorized uses. Trails provide varied levels of difficulty from easy, to difficult, to more difficult. This project will improve motorized access, water quality, signage, and enhance the overall OHV experience within the SNF. Over the past 10 years, the CI4W have performed on average 1,000 volunteer hours of invaluable time each year toward maintenance activities on roads and trails that have contributed to increased water quality, decreased soil erosion and improved OHV recreational access. They have installed or repaired many trail signs and removed innumerable bags of trash from the forest. They have also repaired vandalism and removed graffiti from natural and manmade objects within the forest. With approval of this grant request they are hoping to take their commitment to the next level by providing a long term product of work to support the SNF and the OHV community. Nancy Anderson - 3/21/17

Please allow clovis independent to continue the great work they do maintaining trails and the surrounding forestry areas. Forrest Wright - 3/28/17

The Clovis Independents 4Wd club has worked with many stake holders in the Sierra NF to provide a improved road and trail system. Without their many hours of volunteer work the road and trail in the Sierra NF would not as it does today. Please fund this grant. Mike Wubbels - 3/30/17

I support the volunteer work that the Clovis Independent 4 Wheelers do and get accomplished. With out there assistance the access to recreational opportunities would not be there. Thank you Brian Hansen - 3/30/17

This grant should be approved as I have observed the work done by this responsible group of hard working volunteers. Edward Mann - 3/30/17

I fully support the forest and all restoration projects. Marc Anderson - 4/2/17

I support this grant to go through. Jeff Waughtal - 4/2/17

I support this organization and the beneficial work the members do on behalf of all off road enthusiasts. Matt White - 4/3/17

The Merced Dirt Riders support this grant request. Merced Dirt Riders - 4/3/17

Pleas allow clovis independent to continue to do the great work they do maintaining trails and the surrounding forestry areas around the trails. Forrest Wright - 3/28/17