Recreational off-road vehicles destroying the environment, and others’ enjoyment of the outdoors Research Completed
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Recreational off-road vehicles destroying the environment, and others’ enjoyment of the outdoors
Lead Author
Mason, B. J.
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Recreation Access New Zealand
Publication Year
2007
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Recreation Access New Zealand
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Abstract
This paper discusses the issue of off-road vehicle damage to New Zealand’s lightly formed and unformed rural roads, as well as protected areas, and notes adverse impacts of vehicle use on the experiences of non-motorised recreationists. Claims by Government advisers and the Department of Conservation (DOC) that there are inadequate powers to deal with vehicles is found to be without legal foundation. A range of statutory and bylaw mechanisms are outlined that could be usefully applied to manage vehicle use of public roads and conservation areas. Policy considerations are raised and conclusions drawn as to the appropriateness of vehicle use of unformed roads, and ‘off-road’ vehicle use in protected areas.
Keywords:
Off-road, Environment, Conservation, Conflict, Natural resources, Damage, Protected area, Trail bike, SUV, 4WD
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