Upcoming Events:
For your information: below is the draft of the planned rides and events for the 2020 calender year. Remember this is a draft subject to change until the final draft is approved.
GO TO JUNE FOR UPCOMING EVENTS.
2020 UT/AZ ATV Club MEETINGS, RIDES, CAMP-OUTS and EVENTS.
Updated 3-21-20
Updated: ATV Club Rides campout and events draft revision. For presentation to the ATV Club for review 4-16-20. (Assumed Cancelled unless decided otherwise)
(All rides campouts and multidate events are subject to revision, cancellation or modification as determined by the ATV Club or designated guide or sponsor).
JANUARY: 2020
January 9 - Club annual Christmas Dinner.
Kane County Events Center, Kanab, UT. Sign-in beginning at 5:15 PM.
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FEBRUARY: 2020
February 20, Club Meeting: Dessert Social at 6:30 Meeting at 7:00PM. Kanab Airport, Search and Rescue (SAR) building 2nd floor.
February 22, Club Saturday Ride: Riding one of the designated Kanab Jamboree Ride destinations, the Honeymoon Trail, Buckskin Mountain. This is a Jamboree ride. Completed.
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MARCH: 2020
March 5, 2020, Thursday, Work Project: Departing at 9:00AM from Nephi Pasture. ATV Club, Inchworm trail rerouting. ATV Club needs volunteers, with brush loppers, shovels, rakes, etc. Meet at Nephi Pasture Trailhead to depart for the project. Afterwards we will do an OHV ride to Buttons Cabin, Pink Cove, bring your lunch. Completed.
March 14, 2020, Saturday: departing at 9:00AM from the Hog/Crocodile staging area in Johnson Canyon. We will be pre-riding the Jamboree HooDoo Ride. Cancelled
March 19, Club Meeting:Dessert Social 6:30 PM, Meeting: at 7:00PM. Kanab Airport, Search and Rescue (SAR) building 2nd floor. Cancelled
March 21, Club Saturday Ride, departing at 9:00AM from Clay Flat staging area. Riding the designated Kanab Jamboree Ride to Warriors Walk. Cancelled.
March 28, Saturday ride, departing at 9:00AM from Peek A Boo staging area. Riding the designated Kanab Jamboree Ride to South Fork Indian Canyon, Helldive. Cancelled
Note: (March 18 to 21, Tri State OHV Jamboree, Hurricane, UT) Dates open for volunteers to help with the local rides. Check for the rides, contact the ATV Club for details. Postponed
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APRIL: 2020 PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT ALL APRIL RIDES ARE CANCELLED. That is unless assumed otherwise, watch for emails)
April 1 to April 4, ATV Club Campout. Camping at Gold Butte, out of Mesquite. This campout for those who wish to ride these trails. Sponsor Bain Swapp. Contact for camp details and directions. So far there are four camp units attending. For camp-out details contact ATV Club rides at utazatvclubrides@gmail.com
April 10, Friday, ATV Club ride, departing at 8:30AM from the Veterinarians Parking area, old Stampin-Up 8-miles east of Kanab on US89.
We will be Trailering to Buckskin Wash to stage, riding the designated Kanab Jamboree Ride to Kitchen Ranch, Monkey House, North Swag and return.
Bring a lunch. Guide pending but we'll have one available.
Please remember that we can still maintain seperation in accordance to the recommended procedures to protect yourself from the China Virus.
Please confirm attendance with an email to utazatvclubrides@gmail.com
Update due to China virus the Beaver group cancelled.
April 11, Saturday ride, departing at 8:30AM from the Veterinarians Parking area, old Stampin-Up 8-miles east of Kanab on US89. Trailering to Seaman Wash to stage, riding the designated Kanab Jamboree Ride staging at Seaman Wash, ride Great Western Trail to Snake Canyon, Nephi Point (for lunch), down Fin Little Canyon, Petrified Hollow back to staging area.
Note: This departure location and staging will be up on the Seaman wash road, watch for the pre-ride announcement for updated details. Please confirm attendance with an email to utazatvclubrides@gmail.com
April 15, Wednesday, departing at 8:30AM from the Elephant Cove Staging area. Riding the designated Kanab Jamboree Ride to the Shunsburg Mail Drop area and return.
Please confirm attendance with an email to utazatvclubrides@gmail.com
April 16, Club Meeting: Dessert Social 6:30 PM, Meeting: at 7:00PM. Kanab Airport, Search and Rescue (SAR) building 2nd floor.
April 18th, Saturday, ATV Club Highway 89 clean-up and Club ride: Meet at 8-Mile Gap road east of town off US 89 at 8:30AM. This is about 4 miles east of Kanab, parking along the south side of US 89. Please confirm attendance with an email to utazatvclubrides@gmail.com This event was uncancelled on 4-17-20
Bring your gloves and get your bag from Ken Hodson who will coordinate this clean-up. Get there early for your doughnut.
After the cleanup wait for the group photo.
When finished a great ride is planned Riding one of the designated Kanab Jamboree Ride destinations, to Hidden Lake. ??????
April 25, Saturday ride, departing at 8:30AM from the Port of Entry at 8:30AM. Trailering to Mt. Carmel, East Zion and staging, riding the designated Kanab Jamboree Ride on the west side of East Virgin River, known as Poverty. staging at a designated staging area. Please confirm attendance with an email to utazatvclubrides@gmail.com Unknown if cancelled
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MAY: 2020
PLEASE BE ADVISED THE 2020 RED ROCK RALLY IS CANCELLED. ALL FUTURE RIDES ARE PENDING CONDITIONS. May activities cancelled.
April 29 to May 2, Second Annual “Kanab Red Rock OHV Jamboree”.
Event coordinated by the Kane County Volunteer Center, Rides, Guides and Raffle prizes supplied by the Utah/Arizona ATV Club.
Questions contact Tony Wright at 435 899-8116 or email: utazatvclubinfo@gmail.com
May 16, Club ride: “Warriors Ride”. Departing Saturday, 8:30 AM from Elephant Cove to Warriors Walk. Guide Bain Swapp. Cancelled
May 16 is US Armed Forces Day: Many Americans celebrate Armed Forces Day annually on the third Saturday of May. It is a day to pay tribute to men and women who served the United States’ armed forces. Armed Forces Day is also part of Armed Forces Week, which begins on the second Saturday of May. Invite your Veteran neighbor, friend or relative.
May 21, Club Meeting: Hamburger Dinner 6:00 PM, Meeting follows. Rancho’s City Park. Please note that at 6:00 PM Hamburgers go on the grill, please bring your potluck sides to be served prior to the meeting.
This will be the first outdoor meeting of 2020. The Club has decided to eat first then conduct the meeting afterwards. So be there by 6:00 PM when the burgers go on. Don’t forget to buy split the pot raffle tickets. This is how we pay for our Hamburgers and condiments.
May 23, ATV Club Saturday Ride. Meet at the Shortstop in Fredonia, departing at 8:30AM drive to the area of Little Creek, to stage and ride the western Honeymoon Trail off the Hurricane Cliffs, lunch in Hurricane and return. Guide ?
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June 2020
June 2 to 5, 2020 ATV Club Campout, Tuesday to Friday.
AZ Strip; Prashant NM Poverty Site. Sponsored by Sam Smith.
Trailer units to the Poverty Admin site on the Arizona Strip for 3 days of OHV riding. Rides to be determined below.
To convoy to this camp-out meet Tuesday June 2, at the Fredonia (closed) port of entry at 7:00 AM departing at 7:15 AM sharp. Or call 0r email for directions.
Remember make sure of your air pressures in your vehicles, bring spare tire(s) and the necessary tools. This is a tough trip, so take it slow. Many are planning to leave on Tuessday June 2. Don’t forget to RSVP your attendance and/or your date and time of arrival for day rides. Bring extra firewood, water, and gas.
Rides: 1. Twin Point - Wednesday
2. Grand Gulch Mine - Thursday
3. To be determined - Friday
Rides Times: All Utah time
Rides departing at 8:30 AM Wednesday, on 9:00 AM Thursday and Friday morning. Rides determined by the Trail Boss.
Social Events:
Wednesday Evening, Ice Cream and Cookies at 6:00 PM
Thursday Evening, Camp Chile’s served, fire-grilled Sausages, pot luck sides and snacks. 6:30 PM
Notes:
- Because we will be on County roads in Arizona, machines should be street legal or have a state decal. Remember your Arizona permit.
- Bring extra firewood, water, and gas.
- Dog rule: animals kept under control by owners.
- Ride ideas presented to Trail Boss for consideration.
Please confirm attendance with an email to utazatvclubrides@gmail.com
ATV Club Its time to plan for our 2020 overnight ride to Escalante
Updated: 5-8-20 This ride is a sure cure for cabin fever.
JUNE 9 to 10, 2020
The Bain Swapp Memorial OHV Overnight Ride: Tuesday and Wednesday, to Escalante overnight. and return.
Please confirm attendance with an email to utazatvclubrides@gmail.com
Rally Point: From Kanab: Meet at the old Windgate parking lot off US 89, 8 miles east of Kanab 7:00 to 7:30 AM. Departing immediately at 7:30 AM. Call for directions. 435 644-8236
Trailer our rigs to Big Water (meeting any other riders from the Page area), at the Big Water turn off arriving at about 8:30 AM) We will be departing from Big Water immediately when all have arrived. The staging is just off US 89 at the Smokey Mountain road turnoff.
Directions from Page, AZ. It is the first right turn after reaching Big Water, (Ethan Allen St.)
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Make your Motel Reservations early: Rooms at the Prospector Inn, Escalante, UT. They take telephone reservations and can be cancelled up to a day before. Phone: 435 826-4653. (Tell them you are with the UT/AZ ATV Club from Kanab, UT). There are already a number of reservations made, so mention you are with our ATV Club.
The Ride: Via the Croton Road returning or via the Smokey Mountain road. (The route is determined by the Trail Boss. This ride is a favorite of the Club. It is a strenuous and lengthy ride in both directions. This ride is for veteran riders.
Ride rated difficult: due to possible washed out areas, very steep grades, heights, weather conditions and lengths which are estimated to be, 100 plus miles going up the Croton road and 80 plus miles, or longer, from Escalante back to the staging area via the Smokey Mtn. Road.
This ride accommodates all OHV widths. Check your OHV’s mechanical condition, Bring extra gas, lunches and personal gear and a good dose of Cedar gnat repellant. Be prepared for all weather conditions.
This ride can be extremely dusty, but may change in a minute to mud, or flash flood conditions. Not recommended for the new rider, or people with height or vertigo issues.
Ride Description: Upon leaving Big Water on the Smokey Mtn. Road, we will be heading NE, the scenery becomes immediately outstanding with views across Lake Powell, Navajo Mountain to the south into Arizona. We continue below the stark gray cliffs, then finding gold sandstone with unusual beauty and hoodoos used as the background in numerous movies. Turning off the Smokey Mtn. road we go onto the Croton Road #340 going towards 50 Mile Mtn. After a long ride, we reach the turn off to the north. The long climb up the Croton Road grade begins and goes through some of Utah’s most interesting geological areas, called the burning hills. On top, we will stop at a Cliff House Anasazi pueblo ruin before dropping off into Left Hand Collet Canyon. Taking this route out to the Hole in the Rock road and turning north towards Escalante. The ride along the Hole in the Rock road is fast pace. Look for Devils Garden to the left. Watch the traffic of the tourists along this stretch. We soon reach the Cedar Wash road taking us to Escalante, passing Cedar Wash Arch and Covered Wagon Natural Arch.
Upon reaching Escalante, fuel up your OHV, buy your snacks, there is a Subway there in Escalante at the Phillips 66 Station. The group usually goes to dinner at 6:30PM driving our OHV’s. Some folks went to the Hamburger Stand next to the Phillips 66 for take-out meals. (There was restaurant at the Prospector Inn, as of last year, it was closed). Just across the street is the Circle D Eatery which is also a nice restaurant where we generally eat our breakfast. Food and time decisions are better left to the ladies.
Ken Kunhi called the Circle D was told they planned to be open, that seating would be limited to 6 people per table. The Motel is going to be open for business.
Wednesday Morning: We start rallying at around 8:30 AM in the parking lot of the Prospector Inn Motel. Make sure you are fueled up, got your lunch, and are ready to depart at 9:00 AM Sharp. Please let the Trail Boss know if there are any change of plans.
We will depart up Utah SR: 12 to the west a short distance to the turn off to the Smokey Mountain Road, #300. You enter the colorful canyonlands along Alvey Wash, passing the turn-off to Death Ridge. The road is fast paced with stops to look at a few Anasazi granaries. Once you reach Smokey Mountain it becomes rougher and rockier. It can be tough going if wet even for OHV’s. Out on the mesa we pass ‘Heads of the Creeks’ road and Pilot Knoll. Soon we will pass a turn off to the namesake of Smokey Mtn. the coal seam fire holes which emit the very pungent smoke of these ancient underground fires. We reach the Kelly Grade, such a dugway which defies imagination. We’ll stop on top of the grade for the view and photos. Caution: make sure your machine is okay and the brakes are working. Once down this 8-mile grade we are back to the long and usually hot ride back to Big Water, and our staging area via the previous day’s route in reverse.
(It is a good idea to have a cooler with cold beverages awaiting you in your vehicle).
Riders rule:
It is the discretion of the guide to use the “Drop System”. Either way, each person is responsible to make sure that the following rider is aware of all turns. Stop and make sure that the following rider knows where you are going. (Look for a hand wave and respond likewise). If the rider following you does not appear; stop and wait, eventually the entire group will stop. Do not follow too close, moderate your speeds and distances. Please keep pace with the rider ahead of you so not to slow down the following riders. If you are unsure of your ability ‘stop’ and ask for assistance.
Please confirm attendance with an email to utazatvclubrides@gmail.com
June 18, Club Meeting: Rancho’s City Park. 6:00 PM Hamburgers please bring your potluck sides to be served prior to the meeting. Please confirm attendance with an email to utazatvclubrides@gmail.com
June 20, Club Saturday ride, meet at the Short Stop market in Fredonia departing at 8:30 AM, (Utah Time). Trailering to a staging area on the Arizona Strip, riding to Yellowstone, the Mushroom house and points of interest. Guide: Tony Wright.
Destination Road Trip Chapter, drive to Silver City New Mexico.
June 22 to 26, Vehicle road trip: Tuesday to Friday, five days, four nights. Vehicle tour of South Eastern, Utah, the Navajo Nation, Eastern Arizona, Silver City New Mexico, Petrified Forest NP and Arizona Anasazi Sites.
Must make reservations early.
Cantact Sam Smith for details: 435 644-8236
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JULY: 2020
4th of July Kanab parade, Saturday, 8:30 AM. (Pending contact with Helen Reese)
Free registration at the Tourism Office 8:00 AM. ATV Club members arrive by 8:30 AM and decorate our ATV’s, at designated staging area.
We need a coordinator; contact Helen Reese to see if she is interested.
July 11, Saturday Ride, Rescheduled to Wednesday July 8, departing from the Short Stop market in Fredonia departing at 8:00 AM (Utah Time), trailering our outfits to the Oak Creek Corrals, riding to Saddle Mountain overlooking the Houserock Valley, Marble Canyon and return, lunch recommendations pending. Guide: Sam. Please confirm attendance with an email to utazatvclubrides@gmail.com
July 16, Club Meeting: 6:00 PM, Hamburger Dinner, Meeting follows. Rancho’s City Park. Hamburgers, please bring your potluck sides to be served prior to the meeting. Please confirm attendance with an email to utazatvclubrides@gmail.com
July 18, ATV Club Saturday Ride: Meet at the Port of entry departing at 8:30AM, trailering outfits to SR 14 to a staging area on Cedar Mtn. Cedar Mtn. Loop to Aunt Sues for lunch. Guide: Mark Habbeshaw. Please confirm attendance with an email to utazatvclubrides@gmail.com
July 21 to 24, 2020 ATV Club Camp-out: Tuesday to Friday. This will be the Burr Trail camp. Meet at the Port of Entry, on US89 on Tuesday departing at 8:00AM. Riding the Wolverine Loop and exploring other areas of the Water Pocket Fold. Sponsor Sam Smith, Please confirm attendance to receive detailed information regarding camping locations. Please confirm attendance with an email to utazatvclubrides@gmail.com
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AUGUST: 2020
August 1, ATV Club Saturday Ride. departing at 7:30AM from the Veterinarians Parking area, old Stampin-Up 8-miles east of Kanab on US89.Trailering to Johnson Canyon corrals to stage, ride Kaibab loop Great Western Trail, Orderville Canyon to Jacob Lake for lunch returning via a different route.
August 11 to 13, ATV Club overnight two nights in Escalante. Trailing our outfits to Escalante staying in a Motel 2 nights and riding the Boulder Mtn. Trails, and exploring other new destinations
Departing at 7:00 AM, from the Port of Entry. Trailer our vehicles to Escalante staying for two nights.
Proposed rides:
Tuesday: afternoon, to the Hole in the Rock Road, to Harris Wash road to trailhead. Returning via Cedar Wash.
Wednesday: exploring Boulder Mountain all day.
Thursday: exploring the Hells Backbone road and return.
Guide:
Lodging in Escalante is available. For those making reservations make them early.
Please contact if you are interested in this adventure for further details.
August 20, Club Meeting: 6:00 PM: Hamburger dinner, Meeting follows. Rancho’s City Park. Hamburgers please bring your potluck sides to be served prior to the meeting.
August 22, ATV Club Saturday Ride. Departing at 8:00AM (Utah Time) from the ShortStop market, in Fredonia, trailering to Pine Mtn. to stage. Ride the area above Silver Reef. Guide; Tri-State Member
(Note: August 18 to 22, 2020 Bryce ATV/UTV Rally, Panguitch, UT).
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SEPTEMBER: 2020
September 5, ATV Club Saturday ride, departing the Port of Entry at 8:00AM. Trailer outfits to Mt Carmel and stage, ride Muddy Creek to the top of the Strawberry Cliffs and Strawberry Point for Lunch. Returning via a different route. Guide: Dave Little
September 17, Club Meeting: 6:00 PM and steak fry. Rancho’s City Park. Volunteers to grill Steaks needed, please bring your potluck sides to be served prior to the meeting. Set-up volunteers needed at 5:00 PM.
Please RSVP attendance for your steak to be ordered.
September 19, ATV Club Saturday Ride. departing at 7:30AM from the Veterinarians Parking area, old Stampin-Up 8-miles east of Kanab on US89. We will trailer our outfits to the Cottonwood road, stage. Riding the North Clark Bench area in a super-ride. Over Brigham Plain, to Smokey Mtn. and return. More details pending. Guide: Tony Wright, confirm your attendance beforehand.
September 23 to 26, ATV Club Camp-out. Sandhills, Paria Plateau, Sponsor pending.
(Vermillion Cliffs NM). Various rides and sites to visit.
Camping location to be scouted and determined. More information pending. Confirm attendance beforehand.
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OCTOBER: 2020
October 3, ATV Club Saturday Ride, departing at 8:30AM from the Veterinarians Parking area, old Stampin-Up 8-miles east of Kanab on US89 Trailing our outfits to the east Buckskin ridge, down 5-mile mountain. Guide?
Oct. 5 to Oct. 9, 2020: ATV CLUB: ATV/UTV “Fall Color’s” Rides.
Monday to Friday. Apareen Trails. Staging in Mt. Pleasant four nights, All 3 rideswill stage from Mt. Pleasant. We will be riding the Apareen Trails and the Sky Line road with some of the most spectacular fall colors to be found in Utah.
Pre-registration required.
October 15, Club Meeting: and Dessert Social at 6:30 PM Meeting: at 7:00PM. Kanab Airport, Search and Rescue (SAR) building 2nd floor.
October 17, ATV Club road cleanup and ride: Meet at 8:30 AM at the 8-Mile gap road east of Kanab for the road cleanup.
After cleanup ride pending proposed Nephi Pasture, Deer Springs, Timber Mtn. and return.
October 21, to 24, ATV Club camp-out. Meet at Veterinarians Parking area, old Stampin-Up 8-miles east of Kanab on US89. Location, campsite at Big Water or Corrals at Crosby Wash or Gravel Pit off Smokey Mtn. road. Sponsor: pending.
Rides to 1. Alstrom Point, 2. Kelly Grade, to Heads of Creeks Trail Loop, 3. Tibbet Spring, Grand Bench, Croton Canyon to Smokey Mtn. road down Kelly Grade.
Details pending, subject to weather conditions. Please confirm attendance beforehand.
Oct. 16-19, North Lake Powell OHV Rally, Tickaboo
NOVEMBER: 2020
November 7, ATV Club Saturday Ride, departing at 8:30AM (Utah Time) from the ShortStop market in Fredonia. Trailering our outfits about 25 Miles of the Turoweap Road to stage, Ride the AZ Strip to Kanab/SB Point.
November 19, Club Meeting: and Dessert Social 6:30, meeting: at 7:00PM. Kanab Airport, Search and Rescue (SAR) building 2nd floor.
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DECEMBER: 2020
Rides pending,
(No Club Meeting)
Note: Check to verify these rides are still scheduled. Emails sent out to members as reminders of upcoming rides and events.
Questions: Rides and events
1. What does the ATV Club Bylaws say about ATV Club rides?
The ATV Club Bylaws designate Club Rides for each third Saturday after the Club meeting. These monthly rides may be changed as determined by the Trail Boss. The Club recently voted to do another monthly ride on the first Saturday, when possible. There has been many added rides to pre-ride some of the Rally rides.
Complaints of the ride destinations and/or changes made or ride experiences, speed, trail conditions, et el., should be directed to the ATV Club.
2. Riders rules.
Each person is responsible to make sure that the following rider is aware of all turns. Stop and make sure that the following rider knows where you are going. (Look for a hand wave and respond likewise). If the rider following you does not appear, stop and wait, eventually the entire group will stop. Do not follow too close and moderate your speeds and distances. Please keep pace with the rider ahead of you so as not to slow down the following riders. If you are unsure of your ability ‘stop’ and ask for assistance. For larger groups many guides will use the drop system. If you are not aware of how this procedure works ask the guide.
3. Does the ATV Club conduct Social Events?
Yes, because of member interest, Campouts, rides, Vehicle/ATV tours, parades, and the annual holiday dinner are scheduled in addition to the third Saturday of the month additional day rides may be scheduled. These events are approved by the membership and presented at Club meetings. Participation is optional, times are subject to change.
4. How does the Club make notifications of rides?
ATV Club rides, campouts and events are posted in a yearly schedule sent out via our up- dated, G-Mail notifications and also posted on the ATV Club website, look for reminders or updates on the ATV Club Rides G-Mail, email address list. Updated change notices posted one week before the event if possible if there is inclement weather or other factors that could cause an event cancellation. The event schedule will be posted on the ATV Club Website.
5. Does my ATV need to be "street-legal" to participate in a club ride?
Many areas of our rides do not require ATVs to be street legal. However, the enforcement of related laws tends to be very inconsistent. Riders who choose not to license their ATV for use on public roads must recognize that participating in a club ride will be done at their own risk. The rider is solely responsible for any resulting citations. Please note that some trails may restrict OHV’s wider than 50 or 60 inches. Arizona now required OHV’s to have the Arizona OHV sticker ($30 per machine) if you are an out of state OHV. The Club and Trail Boss cannot be responsible if you choose to ride a wider OHV’s and are restricted from certain trails, it is your responsibility to know of these restrictions.
6. Does the ATV Club stage and convoy to the Campouts?
No, usually the Camp-out location is posted, and directions given to the members. It is important that you acknowledge your intention to participate in a Club Campout. There are other requirements such as furnishing firewood, control of pets, etc.
7. What are the themed social events all about?
Often at campouts there will be desert socials, or shared pot luck dinners arranged. Participation is optional.
ATTENTION MEMBERS:
Below is the link to Avenza Maps and the two PDF maps we asked about during our last meeting with the BLM. Mike Reid.
This information comes to you thanks to Mike Reid via President Tony Wright
Please see link below regarding the digital maps as discussed at our last meeting.
https://www.avenzamaps.com/maps/819144/blm-utah-kanab-transportation-and-recreation-south
