Osseo Area Dusty Riders Receives Yamaha Outdoor Access Grant

Osseo Area Dusty Riders

Brad Van Schoyck, President
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Osseo, WI---August 2, 2021—The Osseo Area Dusty Riders is pleased to announce it has received a Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative grant of $15,000 for resurfacing a one mile portion of the Buffalo River ATV/UTV Trail. The grant was awarded as part of Yamaha's Outdoor Access Initiative promoting safe responsible riding and open sustainable riding areas.

The Osseo Area Dusty Riders identified a three mile section of the Buffalo River Trail located in Garfield Township near Fairchild, WI, that needed resurfacing due to erosion and extremely rough riding due to the undulating surface. Improvements to the trail include grading and compacting, addition of 4 inches of ¾ inch rock and 4 inches of road gravel applied through a paver. According to President Brad Van Schoyck, the cost of the entire project will be $150,000.00 and will need to be completed in phases. The first phase will be completed this year.

President Van Schoyck stated that the project has been a community effort. " In addition to the funds provided by the Yamaha Grant, The Osseo Area Dusty Riders have received a second grant from Polaris, have raised funds through club activities, and have received donations from local business and private club members. We know that we have a lot of work ahead, but we have raised almost $50,000.00 to complete Phase I. We have been working with local townships, Trempealeau County and the State of Wisconsin to assure that the project meets the recognized standards for trail riding."

Local businesses located along the Buffalo River Trail have been impacted by rough trail conditions that have deterred many riders from using the trail. The trail is an important conduit in the ATV/UTV Trail System, as it connects the eastern counties of Buffalo, Trempealeau, and Eau Claire Counties, with the western counties of Jackson and Clark. In addition to the economic impact the trail has on the area, it also offers opportunities for trail riders to access new destinations.

The mission of the Osseo Area Dusty Riders is to provide a positive experience for all ATV/UTV riders who utilize the trails that their organization has adopted. The organization will maintain the trail system, develop and share maps, promote safety and education programs, and provide a conduit of communication between fellow ATV/UTV clubs, government entities, and the general public. Furthermore, the Osseo Area Dusty Riders recognizes areas of need in their community and will support these needs with charitable donations.