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If you haven't figured it out from my previous writings, I am a strong supporter of Tread Lightly!, the idea of leaving places better than we found them, and being mindful of not causing harm to our public lands and waters. This is why I was fascinated by the conservation work done by Montana Trout Unlimited on the Judith River. Whenever I venture into the wilderness to take a break from technology, I always make sure to leave with more than I came in with.

For example, during a recent fishing trip with my family, we collected around 10 pounds of trash from the banks of the Provo River.

When I witness fellow powersports enthusiasts behaving irresponsibly, it really upsets me. Unfortunately, the actions of a few can tarnish the reputation of the majority. This was evident in a recent incident where a Sherp ATV was spotted driving through the Blackfoot River in Montana, a popular trout stream, causing damage as it sprayed the river banks for weeds.

The video of this incident was captured by Kyle Rausch, a fly fishing guide in Montana, who expressed his frustration with the situation. The video quickly went viral and caught the attention of state agencies and conservation groups.

Montana Trout Unlimited released a statement condemning the actions of the contractors who were operating the Sherp ATV without the necessary permits. Montana Fish and Wildlife also intervened to stop the unauthorized use of the vehicle in the river.

It is important to remember that just because you can drive through a stream or river with your powersport machine, doesn't mean you should. Consider other public land users and respect their enjoyment of these natural areas. Let's be mindful of our impact on the environment and be considerate of others.

Ultimately, we must hold ourselves accountable and work together to protect our public lands from the various threats they face. Let's treat each other with kindness, share the trails, and avoid irresponsible behavior.