The North Country is Riding Toward Change
Did you know that The North Country will soon have new ATV trail signage? With over 1,000 miles of interconnected trails, New Hampshire’s Ride the Wilds™ trail system is a hidden gem in Coos County that attracts novice and experienced riders alike - and we’d like to keep it that way.
With a generous grant from The Polaris® Foundation, 1,000 signs will be installed throughout the trail system (over 500 miles) to help ensure ATV riders and local communities stay safe.
Linking arms to create an alliance unlike any other, local clubs, companies and organizations with nearly 2,000 members are volunteering to alleviate improper ATV trail use issues in addition to finding a better way to manage high traffic areas.
The alliance includes The North Country Chamber of Commerce, Metallak ATV Club, Great North Woods ATV Club, Umbagog ATV Club, Millsfield ATV Club and Bear Rock Adventures.
The grant from the Polaris® Foundation is part of a larger effort to keep riders safe and to ensure nearby communities and private properties are respected. Adding to the $1.3 million investment collectively made by North Country Alliance members over the years, the new funding will help maintain the iconic, interconnected trail system.
As an economic driver for Coos County, New Hampshire, these trails provide much-needed tourism and recreation in the area. In fact, according to New Hampshire’s Office of Strategic Initiatives, data shows tourism is a driving factor of economic growth in Coos County. Largely due to off-roading, Ride the Wilds™ has been the only economic initiative in the county since 2013. From 2012 to 2017, spending on lodging and meals increased 34 percent annually, which rose to 37 percent during the busy months when off-road trails were open. This additional spending helps support local economies through jobs and the generation of additional tax revenue.
With an overarching goal to keep riders safe and protect a beloved pastime, the new signage will ensure proper trail usage that respects communities and private property. Local communities can expect to see these changes made in the upcoming months, positively impacting ATV riders, tourists and community members alike.
Come experience the North Country!
Questions, concerns or want to help? Contact Corrine Rober.
With a generous grant from The Polaris® Foundation, 1,000 signs will be installed throughout the trail system (over 500 miles) to help ensure ATV riders and local communities stay safe.
Linking arms to create an alliance unlike any other, local clubs, companies and organizations with nearly 2,000 members are volunteering to alleviate improper ATV trail use issues in addition to finding a better way to manage high traffic areas.
The alliance includes The North Country Chamber of Commerce, Metallak ATV Club, Great North Woods ATV Club, Umbagog ATV Club, Millsfield ATV Club and Bear Rock Adventures.
The grant from the Polaris® Foundation is part of a larger effort to keep riders safe and to ensure nearby communities and private properties are respected. Adding to the $1.3 million investment collectively made by North Country Alliance members over the years, the new funding will help maintain the iconic, interconnected trail system.
As an economic driver for Coos County, New Hampshire, these trails provide much-needed tourism and recreation in the area. In fact, according to New Hampshire’s Office of Strategic Initiatives, data shows tourism is a driving factor of economic growth in Coos County. Largely due to off-roading, Ride the Wilds™ has been the only economic initiative in the county since 2013. From 2012 to 2017, spending on lodging and meals increased 34 percent annually, which rose to 37 percent during the busy months when off-road trails were open. This additional spending helps support local economies through jobs and the generation of additional tax revenue.
With an overarching goal to keep riders safe and protect a beloved pastime, the new signage will ensure proper trail usage that respects communities and private property. Local communities can expect to see these changes made in the upcoming months, positively impacting ATV riders, tourists and community members alike.
Come experience the North Country!
Questions, concerns or want to help? Contact Corrine Rober.
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