Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the BlueRibbon Coalition?
- What do I get if I join?
- What are the benefits of having a business or organization membership instead of an individual membership?
- What is the difference between a membership and subscription?
- What is the difference between a donation and membership?
- If I donate to the BRC, am I automatically a member?
- I just donated to the BRC but my membership still expired, why?
- Can I designate how my donation will be used, i.e. for the Eldorado Law Suit?
- I didn't get my magazine, who do I contact?
- How do I change my mailing address?
- Who do I contact regarding my land use issue?
- How can I join the BlueRibbon Coalition?
- How can I get involved in the BRC volunteer program?
- What is a BRC event box?
- How do I get a BRC event box?
- Where do I send my donation or membership?
- What issues are the BRC involved in?
- Where can I find trails in my area?
- How do I start an organization (club)?
- What are BRC's policies and positions?
- How do I get notifications of alerts?
- How can I get more information on the Back Country Designation?
- How can I get more information about organizations and businesses in my area that are members of BRC?
- How can I get more information on the Recreational Trails Program?
- Where do I find information to contact congressionals?
- Who do I contact if I want to run an ad in the BRC magazine?
- Who do I contact if I want the BRC to speak or do a workshop at an event?
- When are the BRC membership meetings and where are they located?
- Who does the BRC represent as far as OHR is concerned?
- Does the BRC represent private landowners or just public land issues?
- How long has BRC been a 501(c) 3?
- When was BRC started?
- I want to donate but wish to remain anonymous. Can I do this?
- Are all articles in BlueRibbon Magazine re-printable?
- Can I put the BRC logo on my website as a link?
What is the BlueRibbon Coalition?
The BlueRibbon Coalition champions responsible use of public lands and waters for the benefit of all recreationists. See BlueRibbon Coalition Mission, Vision, and Values, plus the Policies and Positions.
What do I get if I join?
You will receive a "Welcome" packet from the membership office. A monthly BlueRibbon Magazine to keep you informed on important issues. Possible access to the Legal Action Fund to challenge decisions that discriminate against off-highway recreationists. BlueRibbon Coalition works hard for your legislative rights to land access, promotes responsible use and management of public lands. We work with land managers and district rangers and are actively involved in land-use planning to promote cooperation with resource industries. BlueRibbon Coalition combines the efforts of our members into one voice so that together we can oppose misinformation campaigns and promote reasonable and responsible multiple use of public resources.
What are the benefits of having a business or organization membership instead of an individual membership?
A Business and Organization membership gives you a choice of a Congressional Directory or a 2"x4" banner, up to five additional BlueRibbon Magazine subscriptions for officers in your organization, BlueRibbon Coalition ad slicks for your publication, a bonus offer of a free 3-month subscription to the BlueRibbon Magazine for your business customers, the right to request networking information on businesses and organizations in your area, a bulk shipment of magazines to be distributed at your business, your name listed on the website list of business/organization members, and a 25% discount on advertising for your business or organization in the BlueRibbon Magazine (*some restrictions apply).
What is the difference between a membership and subscription?
A subscription provides only the BlueRibbon Magazine, while a membership gives you voting rights at General membership meetings, a membership card, pins for multiple membership years and a National voice that speaks for you to keep public land for the public not from the public.
What is the difference between a donation and membership?
Donations are tax deductible, while membership dues are not. The Internal Revenue Service requires that there be a distinct difference between these donations and a membership. If you are sending your membership/renewal along with a donation, please stipulate this in an attached note. Thank you for your support of the BlueRibbon Coalition.
If I donate to the BRC, am I automatically a member?
The Internal Revenue Service requires that there be a distinct difference between donations and memberships; therefore memberships are not automatically acquired by making a donation.
I just donated to the BRC but my membership still expired, why?
The Internal Revenue Service requires that there be a distinct difference between donations and memberships therefore, if you made a donation that does not renew your membership. If you sent us a donation and meant it to be a renewal, you need to contact us at 800-258-3742.
Can I designate how my donation will be used, i.e. for the Eldorado Law Suit?
If you wish to designate your donation for a particular issue you need to send a note with your check stating that you would like that donation used for that issue. If you donate to the general fund, the donation will be used for access protection efforts and not restricted to one issue.
I didn't get my magazine, who do I contact?
If you do not receive your magazine, you need to contact the BlueRibbon Coalition office at 800-258-3742 ext 105 or email brmem@sharetrails.org. Include your name, mailing address, phone number, and email address.
How do I change my mailing address?
You can email brmem@sharetrails.org call 800-258-3742, or mail information to 4555 Burley Drive, Suite A, Pocatello, ID 83202. Please give us your name, old address, new address, phone number, and email address.
Who do I contact regarding my land use issue?
We have number of individuals that can help you with your land issues. In order to get the best qualified individual to help you, please send an email to broffice@sharetrails.org and your request will be forwarded.
How can I join the BlueRibbon Coalition?
To join the BlueRibbon Coalition, call 1-800-258-3742, or join online now! If you prefer to mail your check or credit card information, you can use a mail-in form instead.
How can I get involved in the BRC volunteer program?
To get involved with our BlueRibbon Coalition volunteer program, call 800-258-3742, or email broa@sharetrails.org and give your name, mailing address, phone number and email address.
What is a BRC event box?
A BlueRibbon Coalition event box is promotional material that you can request for your event. A standard event box contains BlueRibbon Magazines and membership brochures.
How do I get a BRC event box?
To receive an event box from the BlueRibbon Coalition call 800-258-3742 and request one. You can also email brmem@sharetrails.org and request an event box. Give us at least four weeks notice so that shipping costs can be kept down.
Where do I send my donation or membership?
Please send all donations and memberships to 4555 Burley Drive, Suite A, Pocatello, ID 83202. To send a donation or membership online, please click here.
What issues are the BRC involved in?
To find out what the BlueRibbon Coalition is currently involved in, please choose one of these links: BlueRibbon Magazine, Legal Action updates, Accomplishments, and Policies and Positions.
Where can I find trails in my area?
The BlueRibbon Coalition itself is not geared to assist you in finding good recreational trails in your area, by the time the trail information reaches us, the threat of closure is close at hand. However, here are several excellent resources that can be used to assist you: National Off-Highway Vehicle Conservation Council (NOHVCC) www.nohvcc.org, Polaris trails www.polaristrails.com, Find your trail www.trails.com/explore.
How do I start an organization (club)?
The BlueRibbon Coalition is an access protection organization and is not geared to starting clubs or organizations. However an excellent organization to call for your starter kit is the National Off-Highway Vehicle Conservation Council (NOHVCC) at 800-348-6487 or visit their website www.nohvcc.org.
What are BRC's policies and positions?
You can get the BlueRibbon Coalition Policies and Positions by clicking here
How do I get notifications of alerts?
To join the BlueRibbon Coalition Action Alert list click here.
How can I get more information on the Back Country Designation?
To receive the latest information on the Back Country Designation alternative click here
How can I get more information about organizations and businesses in my area that are members of BRC?
To get information on businesses and organizations in your area call 800-258-3742 or click here.
How can I get more information on the Recreational Trails Program?
To find information on the Recreational Trails program click here or email brdel@sharetrails.org.
Where do I find information to contact congressionals?
To find information on how to contact Congressionals click here or call and order your Congressional Directory at 800-258-3742.
Who do I contact if I want to run an ad in the BRC magazine?
If you would like to put an ad in the BlueRibbon Magazine call 866-212-8426 or email brads@sharetrails.org.
Who do I contact if I want the BRC to speak or do a workshop at an event?
Please email either brgreg@sharetrails.org or brbrian@sharetrails.org, or call 800-258-3742 ext 101.
When are the BRC membership meetings and where are they located?
The BlueRibbon Coalition holds annual General Membership meetings every fall. If you would like to attend and need more detailed information please email brmem@sharetrails.org.
Who does the BRC represent as far as OHR is concerned?
The BlueRibbon Coalition champions responsible use of public lands for the benefit of all recreationists. Regardless of what form this recreation takes the BlueRibbon Coalition promotes responsible recreation and is a supporter of the Tread Lightly! www.treadlightly.org program.
Does the BRC represent private landowners or just public land issues?
The BlueRibbon Coalition's main area of concern is recreational access to public lands. There are a number of excellent organizations devoted to Private land access issues. Some of these are: Private Land Conservancy.
How long has BRC been a 501(c) 3?
The BlueRibbon Coalition became a 501(c) 3 in 1999.
When was BRC started?
Clark Collins founded the BlueRibbon Coalition in 1987. For more information on the history of the BlueRibbon Coalition click here.
I want to donate but wish to remain anonymous. Can I do this?
The BlueRibbon Coalition is happy to facilitate any request of anonymity by our contributors. You need to include a notation with your donation that stipulates you wish to remain anonymous for us to honor your request.
Are all articles in BlueRibbon Magazine re-printable?
Original articles that appear in the BlueRibbon Magazine may be reprinted as long as: a) the source of information (BlueRibbon Magazine) is included and all bylines and contact information is retained. b) That the content of the article is not to be used in any fashion which is detrimental to the BlueRibbon Coalition and recreational access or multiple-use. c) The story is not itself reprinted from another publication. In the latter case you will need to contact original publisher for reprint of publication; the contact information is included at the bottom of articles.
Can I put the BRC logo on my website as a link?
Permission to use images, logos and written content from the BlueRibbon Coalition website or BlueRibbon Coalition publications is allowed as a courtesy to our members and supporters. Thank you for your help in promoting multiple use recreational values! The copyrighted/trademarked images or content used may not be used in any of the following manners: 1) to promote a product, 2) to defame or attack the BlueRibbon Coalition or any type of recreation, or 3) to promote any behavior or activity which is counter to the concepts of Tread Lightly!, responsible (and safe) use, multiple-use, trail ethics, or tolerance. It would be appreciated if upon completion of the link if you notify the BlueRibbon Coalition at broffice@sharetrails.org.
