AQRC finds that the proposed regulations do not adequately protect the unique resource values of the Jim Swan wetlands area though some improvements may be forthcoming, such as relates to the shooting range. … Continue readingProposed KRPUA Regulatory Package

In this plan, AQRC urges ML & W to recognize the values of natural sound and natural quiet to the user and the wildlife, to manage motorized recreation, to recognize the necessity to separate areas and trails for the non-motorized/ motorized users of this area and adopt the CCA listing of trails and areas to set aside for quiet recreation. … Continue readingCopper River Basin Area Plan: Scoping Comments

AQRC is strongly opposed to the proposed extension of the Maclaren Summit Trail (motorized); rather DNR should increase quality opportunities for quiet, contemplative, appreciative non-motorized recreational trails. … Continue readingMaclaren Summit Trail Extension-Phase II

AQRC advocates that to protect the area’s wildlife (particularly waterfowl) and recreational resources, motorized uses need to be restricted; 6-inch rule repealed, ORVs to be registered and non-motorized recreational opportunities enhanced. … Continue readingKnik River Public Use Area: regulations scoping

AQRC is concerned that the scope of this request for a permit-to brush a 20 foot wide, 43.9 mile long trail from the Denali Highway to the Susitna River in order to move heavy equipment to a proposed field camp- is outside the scope of a DNR permit and will create substantial environmental damage and open the area to ORV traffic and motorized hunting without enforcement or regulation. A full public process should be required. Any permit must be limited to winter access alone. … Continue readingComments on LAS 29362

AQRC finds that no changes have been made to the plan as originally presented to accommodate in any way the interests of non-motorized recreationists and urges that the plan be rejected and a new planning process be initiated which includes the interests of all residents; not just the motorized community … Continue readingJim Creek Motorized Plan