It's Official !!!! Lee County to Open an OHV Park (((sort of)))

[ScooterB]

Guys, I won't take any credit for the opening of this OHV.  I will admit I have been on top of park & rec about the issue, I've sent e-mails to city officials, been keeping in touch with the OHV Advisory Committee (John Waldron)
Getting dealers involved, passing flyers at hot spots on weekends, keeping in touch with other user groups ( atvmiaxtreme riders, North Port Off road ) posting updates and articles on this site - basically … I’ve just been involved and that’s what an ATV enthusiast is all about.   To me, ATV riding is not just a recreation …it’s a part of my life.
Ask a Harley rider what riding his / her Harley is about, and they’ll tell ya. 

Rick V. aka (lswjth2 on this site) I met him at the Collier County rally a few months back.  If it wasn't for him, I wouldn't be so politically involved.  He is the voice when it comes to the media, and local news articles about the use of ATVs in South West Florida and Miami. When ever there is an ATV issue, he’s there !   If anyone deserves the credit for representing us, fighting the SWFMD, communicating with county and government agencies, it’s this man.  Thanks Rick

 

Thanks to all who have made this come to light, Dennis , Rick and all invloved.

I wish Sarasota or Desoto county would wake up......but we havent givin up yet

Se ya on the 28th

[Shotgun]

Today is the 28th, I have seen nothing on the web or the news as of yet. I can't wait!

[svtbolt04]

"No double up, about the helmets I was told that anyone under the age of 16 must wear a helmet, boots and goggles.  Minors under the age of 16 must be with parent or gardian at all times." 

Everyone should wear a helmet. No age decides how bad your head injurys will be.

[Teej]

How many acres is this suppose to be? Is this an area out by the airport?

Teej

[Shotgun]

it was supposed to be announced today, I haven't heard anything. has anybody else?

[Shotgun]

Did this deal fall apart on this new park? I have seen and heard nothing more about it.

[suzi 4??]

please post info in regards to whom we can speak to in order to help with the building of this ohv area(signs,maybe heavy equipment,volunteerwork)or ,any other ideas that will help make it a great place for all thanks you can count me in for help

[Shotgun]

I would be willing to help as well.

[Shotgun]

Ummm, it's starting to look like this was all a big joke.

[Thrumud]

How many acres is this suppose to be? Is this an area out by the airport?

Teej

640 ACRES

[Thrumud]

please post info in regards to whom we can speak to in order to help with the building of this ohv area(signs,maybe heavy equipment,volunteerwork)or ,any other ideas that will help make it a great place for all thanks you can count me in for help

I will inform the project manager.  PM me your number

[Thrumud]

Ummm, it's starting to look like this was all a big joke.

Shotgun, it's no joke. Sorry I did not reply, I was out of town. The location of the park will be near the county line of Hendry and Lee off SR82.

[Shotgun]

Cool, thats a relief, I haven't ridden in so long. I appreciate the update!

[Thrumud]

I would be willing to help as well.

I will let the project planner know

[Thrumud]

I will post more info in a couple of weeks, keep checking this post !

[deano 177]

I will post more info in a couple of weeks, keep checking this post !

I though when the 28th came you would spill the beans. Now we have to wait a few more weeks?

[dudek38]

i hate to be the ahole but someone must. i just google earthed the spot that must be the site they will use and it just reminded me how little 640 acres is. i then became disapointed knowing that this spot will not be worth going to and how we all have accepted losing our freedom. im guilty. i didnt stand up like i should've. i hope you folks on the southwest will enjoy this spot. it should be nice for a few hours. once again, i apologize for any offense taken to my comments.

[Shotgun]

L-cross is 600 acres and it's a blast.

[deano 177]

i hate to be the ahole but someone must. i just google earthed the spot that must be the site they will use and it just reminded me how little 640 acres is. i then became disapointed knowing that this spot will not be worth going to and how we all have accepted losing our freedom. im guilty. i didnt stand up like i should've. i hope you folks on the southwest will enjoy this spot. it should be nice for a few hours. once again, i apologize for any offense taken to my comments.

post your google earth link and let us see for ourselves...

[Thrumud]

i hate to be the ahole but someone must. i just google earthed the spot that must be the site they will use and it just reminded me how little 640 acres is. i then became disapointed knowing that this spot will not be worth going to and how we all have accepted losing our freedom. im guilty. i didnt stand up like i should've. i hope you folks on the southwest will enjoy this spot. it should be nice for a few hours. once again, i apologize for any offense taken to my comments.

Dude, I respect your input but when you have no where to ride, you really don't have a choice. We take what we can. If this goes well, other near by counties will open up more OHV parks. Believe it or not, you could make some long trails with 640 acres. The project planner has asked me for input on this project regarding trails.  I'll will do my best to assist the planner in making this park worth wild. On Google the sat image looks blur, you can't really make out the site. I will keep everyone updated on this project. 

Thanks for you support

[dudek38]

well i never thought of it that way. thats a great attitude. also, i must have not seen the right spot. i was looking at the spot in hendry county just north of 82 right by the lee county border. i hope these spots become a trend like you said. that would be cool having a bunch of different spots vs. only one huge spot. you might be onto something...

[Thrumud]

As soon as I have a sat image, I will post it.  Any suggestions are welcome.

Thanks 

[backwoods boy]

seriously man id rather have a 100 acres to ride than nothing id be happy w/ a 20 acre field full of mudholes

[Thrumud]

I will be receiving  a sketch of how the park will look like.  The design is still preliminary and some of the trails may be redesign, but at least we’ll have an idea. I will scan the image and post it here.  Keep checking this post. All comments are welcome.

[deano 177]

where?