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From BLM FAQs: What is open at the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area (ISDRA)? ISDRA is currently open for responsible recreation and the BLM strives to keep your public lands open. The Center for Disease Control (CDC), BLM, state and county guidance all emphasize COVID mitigation through good hygiene, staying home when sick, and social distancing to include the wearing of face coverings. The BLM is committed to providing safe and responsible outdoor recreation opportunities. ISDRA visitors are asked to observe all CDC, BLM, state and county COVID mitigation measures. Before you leave home, make sure you know the ISDRA Rules and Regulations. Are Oldsmobile and the other gathering spots open? Yes, all of the ISDRA is currently open for responsible recreation and the BLM strives to keep your public lands open. To avoid future area closures in the ISDRA, all visitors are asked to voluntarily comply with the CDC, BLM, state and county COVID guidelines for good hygiene, staying home when sick, and social distancing to include the wearing of face coverings. The BLM is committed to providing safe and responsible outdoor recreation opportunities to include the implementation of emergency closures in high-risk areas due to crowding or other factors. Why did BLM close Osborn and Gecko last season when outdoor recreation is supported by the CDC? Gecko Road and Osborne Overlook are high visitation areas and were closed in the spring of 2020 to reduce the spread of COVID. To avoid similar closures in the future, all ISDRA visitors are asked to comply with the CDC, BLM, state and county COVID guidelines of good hygiene, staying home when sick, and social distancing to include the wearing of face coverings. Will all of the ISDRA be open through the season? BLM staff are working closely with Imperial County to monitor the local impacts of COVID and are meeting regularly with county representatives to review and discuss COVID updates and conditions. Should COVID related conditions change, BLM staff will remain flexible and will work with the county to address any resurgence of cases, or improvements in conditions, in the local area. This webpage is the latest ISDRA information is available, check back often as ISDRA and COVID related updates will be posted here. Will permits be required if parts of the dunes are closed? Yes, permits are required throughout the season because BLM services will continue to be provided to include road clearing, campground maintenance, trash collection, law enforcement, and emergency medical services despite any possible future partial closures. Permits are $35 per week in advance and $50 per week if purchased onsite. Season permits are available and are $150. Will there be vendors? Yes, BLM staff will work with vendors who comply with CDC, BLM, state and local COVID requirements. In addition to their normal operations plan, vendors this year will also be required to provide a COVID mitigation plan addressing safety measures the vendor will take to prevent the spread of COVID while interacting in ISDRA. COVID mitigation plans will be reviewed by BLM staff to ensure the prescribed measures meet the current requirements of the CDC, BLM, state, and county. Will there be any impact to services (restrooms, trash, camping access, permit sales, law enforcement)? The BLM anticipates no impacts to trash, camping access, permit sales or law enforcement. Beginning Friday, October 16, both Cahuilla and Buttercup Ranger Stations will be open and staffed from 9:00 – 5:30 Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Visitors are strongly encouraged to plan accordingly and bring hand sanitizer as restrooms do not have running water. Could I get a ticket for not wearing a mask or not social distancing? BLM law enforcement and Imperial County Sheriffs will support the laws and requirements regarding the wear of face coverings and social distancing. BLM strongly encourages safety and responsible recreation.

Directly from the BLM Rules are designed to promote public safety in the Imperial Sand Dunes and have been in effect since 1983. PLEASE REMEMBER, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO KNOW THE LAW. These rules apply to public lands within the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area (ISDRA). RECREATION PERMIT. A permit is required for all primary street legal vehicles used for transportation to the recreation site (unless exempted by P.L. 108-447). Permits must be purchased and visibly displayed in the windshield with the date side facing out upon arrival to ISDRA. Permits are non-refundable. SAFETY FLAGS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL VEHICLES IN THE IMPERIAL SAND DUNES RECREATION AREA (This includes two-wheeled motorcycles). All vehicles shall be equipped with a whip mast and a 6x12 inch red/orange flag. Flags may be of pennant, triangle, square, or rectangular shape. Masts must be securely mounted on the vehicle and extend 8 feet from the ground to the mast tip. Safety flags must be attached within 10 inches of the tip of the whip mast with club or other flags mounted below safety flag or on another whip. A 15 MPH SPEED RULE EXISTS ON THE SAND HIGHWAYS. No person shall operate an OHV in excess of 15 mph on public lands within 500 feet of Highway 78, Grays Well Road, Gecko Road and access roads within the Gecko and Roadrunner recreation sites. NO SAVING SPACES. It is prohibited to reserve or save a camping space for another person. Does the BLM tow vehicles away if they are left unattended in the camping areas at the ISDRA? Yes, under the authority of 43 CFR 8365.2-3(c) which says in developed camping and picnicking areas, no person shall, unless otherwise authorized; leave personal property unattended for more than 24 hours in a day use area, or 72 hours in other areas. Personal property left unattended beyond such time limit is subject to disposition under the Federal Property and Administration Services Act of 1949, as amended (40 U.S.C. 484(m)). STAKING AREAS. It is prohibited to place into the ground any non-flexible object, such as, but not limited to, metal stakes, poles, or pipes, with the exception of small tent or awning stakes. FIRES. The burning of potentially hazardous materials, e.g. (but not limited to) gas, oil, plastic and magnesium is prohibited. WOOD PALLETS. It is prohibited to use as firewood, or have in possession, any firewood materials containing nails, screws, or other metal hardware, including, but not limited to, wood pallets and/or construction debris. NO GLASS BEVERAGE CONTAINERS ARE ALLOWED. Possession or use of any glass, cup or bottle, empty or not, used for carrying any liquid for drinking purposes is prohibited. Persons may pick up glass beverage containers discarded by others to remove for deposit in approved trash receptacles. NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ALLOWED WHILE RIDING ON BLM LANDS. No person shall drink an alcoholic beverage, have in their possession or on their person any open container that contains an alcoholic beverage while operating in or on a motor vehicle or OHV on public lands administered by BLM within California. NO PERSON UNDER AGE 21 SHALL BE IN POSSESSION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES. QUIET HOURS. No person shall operate or use any audio, such as a radio, television, musical instrument, or other noise producing device or motorized equipment (including generators)between the hours of 10 pm and 6 am in a manner that makes unreasonable noise that disturbs other visitors; or operate or use a public address system without written authorization from BLM. PUBLIC NUDITY. Public nudity is prohibited. ORGANIZED GROUP ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS. You may not stage, carry out, participate in, or sponsor an organized event or activity without written authorization from BLM (e.g. customer appreciation days, competitive races, bands, videos, movies, etc.). RIDING IN PICKUP BEDS AND OTHER UNSAFE ACTIVITIES. No person shall ride in the bed of a pick up truck or any part of a motor vehicle not designed for passengers on or off road. AIRCRAFT. Taking off or landing of aircraft, including ultralights, is prohibited within 1 mile of Gecko Road. DUMPING. Dumping of sewage is prohibited (43 CFR 8365.1-1(b)). CAMPING LIMITATIONS. A 14 day camping limit is in effect in the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area. PARKING RESTRICTIONS. No parking or camping within 10 feet of pavement on Gecko Road. FIREARMS/FIREWORKS. It is unlawful to discharge or use firearms, fireworks or other weapons within the recreation area (43 CFR 8341.1 (d)). LEASH LAW. Animals must be kept on a leash not longer than six feet and secured to a fixed object or under the control of a person, or otherwise physically restricted at all times (43 CFR 87365.2-1{c}). On public lands under Section 303(a) of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1733(a); 43 CFR 8360.0-7; 43 CFR 2932.57(b)), any person who violates any of these supplementary rules may be tried before a United States Magistrate and fined no more than $1,000 or imprisoned for no more than 12 months, or both. Such violations may also be subject to the enhanced fines provided for by 18 U.S.C. 3571. Those who violate these rules may also be subject to civil action for unauthorized use of the public lands, violations of special recreation permit terms, conditions, or stipulations, or for uses beyond those allowed by the permit under 43 CFR 2932.57(b)(2). RECREATIONAL OFF-HIGHWAY VEHICLES (ROV). Operator of a ROV shall be at least 16 years of age, or be directly supervised in the vehicle by a parent or guardian or adult authorized by the parent or guardian (VC 38600). Safety helmet required for operator and passengers of ROV (VC 38601). Seat/shoulder belt or safety harness required to be worn when ROV is in motion (VC 38602). Passengers must be seated in a location designed and provided by manufacturer in an ROV with a model year of 2014 or later (VC 38603(a)). Passengers must be able to grasp the handhold while properly restrained with back against the seatback (VC 38604(a)). OHV’S ON ROADWAYS. No person shall operate or drive an off-highway vehicle on a roadway, except to cross at an angle of approximately 90 degrees and in a quick and safe manner (VC 38025a). HELMET USAGE. All persons, regardless of age, who operate or ride all terrain vehicles (ATV's) on public lands in California must wear an approved safety helmet (VC 38505). PARENTAL SUPERVISION. No person under the age of 14 shall operate an all-terrain vehicle unless that person satisfies the requirements of VC 38503 (safety certification) and in addition, is accompanied by and under the direct supervision of a parent or guardian (VC 38504). Neither a parent or guardian of a child who is under 14 years of age, nor an adult who is authorized by the parent or guardian to supervise that child shall grant permission to, or knowingly allow, that child to operate an ATV in a manner that violates Section 38504 (VC 38504.1). REQUIRED RIDER SAFETY TRAINING. No person under the age of 18 shall operate an all-terrain vehicle(ATV) unless he/she has received the safety course in this state or another state or is under the direct supervision of an adult who has the appropriate safety certification in his/her possession (VC 38503). For ATV certification information, please contact the ATV Safety Institute (ASI) at 800-887-2887. NOISE RESTRICTIONS. Noise emissions of off-highway vehicles shall be limited to not more than 96 A-weighted decibels (dbA) if manufactured on or after January 1, 1986, and not more than 101 dbA if manufactured prior to January 1, 1986. Other restrictions may apply. Please visit CA OHMVRD web site for more information. Sirens (VC 38375) An off-highway motor vehicle, except an authorized emergency vehicle, shall not be equipped with a siren. A person driving an off-highway motor vehicle, except the driver of an authorized emergency vehicle as permitted by 21055, shall not use a siren. CARRYING OF PASSENGERS. No operator of an all-terrain vehicle may carry a passenger when operating on public lands. However, the operator of an all-terrain vehicle, that is designed for operation off of the highway by an operator with no more than one passenger, may carry a passenger when operating on public lands (VC 38506). OPERATING AN OHV UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL AND/OR DRUGS. It is unlawful for any person who is under the influence of an alcoholic beverage or any drug, or under the combined influence of an alcoholic beverage and any drug, to drive a vehicle (VC 23152(a)). Driving while license is suspended/revoked off road as well as on road is against the law (VC 14601). SPEED LAWS. 1. Basic speed law: Don't operate an off-highway vehicle faster than it is safe for conditions (VC 38305). 2. Prima Facie Speed Limit: The prima facie speed limit within 50 feet of any campground, campsite, or concentration of people or animals shall be under 15 m.p.h. unless changed as authorized by the code (VC 38310). REGISTRATION. 1. Vehicles operated on federal and state highways, county roads, and BLM's Gecko Road, Gray's Well Road, and McCain Valley must be licensed for highway use. 2. Off highway vehicles owned by California residents must be registered with the California Department of Motor Vehicles and display a valid Green Sticker or Red Sticker Vehicle Identification Tag (VC 38020,38010) in a clearly visible location on the vehicle (VC 38170). View Red Sticker riding schedule. 3. Off highway vehicles that do not have a valid registration or permit from the owners home state (incl. Mexico and Canada) will be required to purchase a California nonresident permit (sticker) through selected vendors in CA, NV, AZ (view vendor list). Permits may also be purchased from CA Dept. of Parks and Recreation 916 324-4442 (VC 38020). REQUIRED EQUIPMENT. According to California State law, any off highway vehicle must be equipped with an approved muffler, brakes, and spark arrester. Headlight and taillight are required for operation at night. Tail lights must include at least one red light. LIGHT PROHIBITION. A person shall not display a flashing or steady burning red or blue warning light on an off-highway motor vehicle except as permitted by Section 21055 or when an extreme hazard exists (VC 38346). ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE. No person shall operate on off-highway vehicle in a manner likely to cause environmental damage (VC 38319, 43 CFR 8341.1 {f} {4}). FIREARMS. California State law - Firearms must not be discharged within 150 yards of residences, buildings, campsites, occupied areas, recreational areas, or domestic livestock. No shooting from or across any road. No shooting from a vehicle. It is unlawful to carry a loaded weapon in a vehicle.

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If you've gone to Glamis long enough you've likely had the misfortune of witnessing or even being party to a collision or accident. We play in a pretty remote area and help, other than some basic FA triage, is generally delayed. Thankfully cell coverage has improved and GPS units/apps are commonplace and calling in a bird is a lot easier than it used to be. All of that considered, there's a few steps you can take to improve your mental and physical health, should the unforeseen ever happen to you - medical emergency information ON HAND! Having the details isn't just for people that have a serious condition, it's for everyone. If/when you or a loved one ever needs medical assistance there is a lot of initial assessment that a first responder or emergency personnel will have to address - this takes time and it's only your time to lose. First responders knowing things like blood type, known allergies, other health related info and emergency contact info can go a long ways towards getting care in time. Consider having everyone in your riding group keep this type of information on them while out riding in the dunes. Make your own or check out this one from Tact-Med that comes in a sealed pouch with a cord and dangly thing to hang out of your camelback, door pocket, or wherever to make it visible. I got these for the family and most of our riding group. They won't prevent any injuries but do provide some peace of mind in knowing that if the emergency comes we are better prepared.

Most of us have first aid kits in our homes and even RVs but do you have a first aid kit with you in the dunes and do you know how to use it? Being prepared by always having some basic supplies and the knowledge and skills to use them could save someone's life. What is in your FA kit? What would you add or take away for your "ride or die" kit? SAM Splint 2x triangle bandage/cravat 2x 2x2 gauze 2x 4x4 gauze 1x roller gauze 1x occlusive bandage CPR shield Tape Scissors Tweezers 2x butterfly bandage Band-aids Liquid Benadryl (for unconscious) Glucose Electrolyte tabs Burn cream Neosporin Alcohol wipes Tourniquet Any prescriptions required for myself or passengers I maintain several of these basic kits and take them hiking, boating, you name it... it's almost always with me. I also grow from that point tailored to the location or activity, you can't always take the kitchen sink with you when you have to carry everything including food and water for 10+ days 😉 If you don't have a good kit already check these guys out: https://tactmedinfo.com/ theeir products are top notch and their knowledge as first responders is right on. They build these kits with quality items, I have their Recreation bag with my own items added, it goes everywhere. In the dunes I have the Elite bag with me, compensating for people and situations that aren't prepared.