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Promoting responsible recreation through ethics education and stewardship program
Tread Lightly! Leads a national initiative to protect and enhance access to recreation opportunities. By promoting outdoor ethics we heighten individuals’ sense of good stewardship. Tread Lightly!’s goal is to balance the needs of the people who enjoy outdoor recreation with their desire to maintain healthy ecosystems. The scope of our work includes both land and water based recreation, with a niche in promoting safe and responsible use of motorized and mechanized vehicles in the outdoors.
Please Note: Effective 2021 in order to attend any Off Road Events with RVA Jeep Wave we require that you have completed the free “Tread Lightly!” Certification and you must have a CB Radio or Hand Held Walkie so you can follow all instructions given to the group by the guide.
Jeepology 101
Jeep Badge of Honor- Peters Mill
Flag Pole Knob –
Understanding Trail Level Difficulty Ratings
1-2
EASY
This rating indicates a trail that’s suitable for the undertaking of a beginner or novice enthusiast. Obstacles and ground terrain should be easy to negotiate and in ideal weather conditions, you may not require continual engagement of you 4WD.
3-5
MODERATE
This range is still suitable for the beginner or novice off-roader. The driver may encounter obstacles on this trail that may include boulders, mud holes and streams. Trails of this level will generally require the use of 4WD with Low range.
6-7
DEMANDING
This range is still suitable for the beginner or novice off-roader. The driver may encounter obstacles on this trail that may include boulders, mud holes and streams. trails of this level will generally require the use of 4WD with Low range.
8-9
VERY CHALLENGING
PLEASE NOTE: In this range, the likelihood of your progress being stalled or impaired by an obstacle is very high. Off-roaders should not attempt this level of trail alone. Climbs, mud holes and obstacles on trails of this range are considerably difficult to overcome. Lifts and Lockers are highly recommended 4WD with Low range is definite requirement, Trails of this level are NOT suitable for the novice enthusiast.
10
MOST DIFFICULT
RESERVED FOR ONLY THE MOST EXPERIEDNCED AND EXPERT LEVEL OFF-ROADER. Not recommended for Jeep Patriot, Compass, Liberty, Cherokee, Grand Cherokee, or Commander. 4WD with Low range required. Off-roaders should not attempt this level of trail alone. This difficulty level includes the most challenging off-road adventure in the U.S.A: The Rubicon Trail.
TERRAIN ELEMENTS
Mud
Snow
Sand
Rock Crawling
Step 4:
Intermediate
Jeepology 102
VA- Flag Pole Knob –
VA- Bald Mountain
NC- Uwharrie
PA- Jeep Badge Of Honor Rausch Creek Off Road Park
Step 5:
Expert
Jeepology 103
VA- Potts Mountain
VA- Big Levels
RVA Jeep Wave's Suggested Off Road 4x4 Events to Attend