Membership
Individual
Tread Lightly! provides a way for individuals to express their concern and commitment toward responsible use of outdoor recreation resources. They take an active roll in preserving the great outdoors for future generations by helping build a positive public image for outdoor enthusiasts.
Individual Member - $35 annually
Tangible Benefits
A copy of Tread Lightly! newsletter A specialty booklet or tip brochure for specific outdoor recreation interests
A member decal
Membership discount on Tread Lightly! apparel, educational & promotional materials such as trail maps, bumper stickers and similar materials, all included in the Tread Lightly! product catalog.
In partnership with many of Tread Lightly!’s Media sponsors, Individual members can receive discounted magazine subscriptions to many popular outdoor-related magazines.
Intangible Benefits
An opportunity to act on beliefs in the values and principles of responsible recreation
An opportunity to be involved in something important and feel good about it
An opportunity to be affiliated with others who have the same values
An “insurance policy” against future regulation (by demonstrating commitment to responsible recreation)
Resource protection for private land owners
A conduit to land management agencies and user groups
Retailer
The only way to ensure continued enjoyment of outdoor recreation is for each of us to do our part to practice minimum impact principles and educate others Retailers have a strong influence on the way customers think of off-highway or backcountry sports. They are the first to influence customers with outdoor ethics
Retailer - poa
Tangible Benefits
A Tread Lightly! plaque denoting sponsorship
A member decal
Use of the Tread Lightly! logo in advertising, literature and other promotional materials
Website link
A countertop display and unlimited supply of Tread Lightly! brochures
In partnership with many of Tread Lightly!’s Media sponsors, Retail members can receive discounted magazine subscriptions to many popular outdoor-related magazines.
Intangible Benefits
An opportunity to act on beliefs in the values and principles of responsible recreation
An opportunity to be involved in something important and feel good about it
An opportunity to be affiliated with others who have the same values
An “insurance policy” against future regulation (by demonstrating commitment to responsible recreation)
An opportunity to point to responsible behavior, a set of guidelines to follow in business, and an arena to demonstrate social responsibilities.
Clubs
Tread Lightly! provides a way for clubs to express their concern for the deterioration of recreational opportunities. Clubs and Associations play a critical role in spreading the Tread Lightly! message, empowering generations to enjoy the outdoors responsibly. Club members assist in disseminating Tread Lightly!’s message, principles and educational materials to peers and others while at the same time building enthusiasm for the program. Tread Lightly! offers two types of club memberships; Voting and Non-voting
Non-Voting Club - poa
Join us in our national effort to reinforce responsible recreation, become part of the solution.
Tangible Benefits
Receive 40% of membership dues back in free Tread Lightly! educational materials, annually
Fifteen Tread Lightly!’ “Trails” quarterly newsletter
Eligible to participate in grant program
A Tread Lightly! plaque denoting sponsorship
Use of the Tread Lightly! logo in literature and other club correspondence
Intangible Benefits
Opportunities for involvement in proactive projects
An “insurance policy” against future regulation (by demonstrating commitment to responsible recreation)
An opportunity to help reduce conflicts among different recreational groups
Voting Club - poa
Join us in our national effort to reinforce responsible recreation, become part of the solution.
Tangible Benefits
Voting rights
Official Sponsor status and use of the Official Sponsor logo
Listed in Tread Lightly!’s Official Sponsor Directory, Annual Report, and various press releases
Receive 50% of membership dues back in free Tread Lightly! educational materials, annually
Eligible to participate in grant program
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Fifty Tread Lightly!’ “Trails” quarterly newsletter
A Tread Lightly! plaque denoting sponsorship
Use of the Tread Lightly! logo in literature and other club correspondence
Intangible Benefits
Opportunities for involvement in proactive projects
An “insurance policy” against future regulation (by demonstrating commitment to responsible recreation)
An opportunity to help reduce conflicts among different recreational groups
Corporate
Many corporations find it good business to support Tread Lightly!. Often, Tread Lightly! is all that stands between them and decreased opportunities for consumers to enjoy their products. That’s not to discount the many intangible benefits of corporate good citizenship such as improved community, government and employee relations. However, one of the most significant benefits comes from the legitimacy derived by clearly demonstrating sincerity and commitment toward Tread Lightly! principles.
Tread Lightly! relies primarily on major contributing members for financing. Financial contributions from these companies and organizations are in proportion to their sales and the importance of Tread Lightly!’s mission to their own objectives. These unrestricted funds are relied on for the continuity and cumulative effect of Tread Lightly!’s on-going basic education and awareness programs.
Tangible Benefits
Voting rights
Official Sponsor status and use of the Official Sponsor logo
Listed in Tread Lightly!’s Official Sponsor Directory, Annual Report and various press releases
Website Link
A Tread Lightly! plaque denoting sponsorship
Access to Tread Lightly! resources, including its publications and network of experts
Intangible Benefits
Tread Lightly! assistance in the review of ad campaigns and ad materials
An “insurance policy” against future regulation (by demonstrating commitment to responsible recreation)
An opportunity to point to responsible behavior, a set of guidelines to follow in business, and an arena to demonstrate corporate social responsibilities
A conduit to land management agencies, end users, schools, and others
Opportunities for involvement in proactive projects which help improve land and water quality and educate consumers
Educational support for low impact principles with regard to the use of recreational products
Alliance
At Tread Lightly!, we believe that to effectively create a society of responsible recreationists, there needs to be unity among conservation organizations. Tread Lightly! offers not-for-profit organizations an opportunity to collaborate forces by becoming an Alliance member of Tread Lightly!. This type of relationship brings continuity by providing both organizations a more reputable image and a stronger approach in accomplishing our mission and respective goals.
There is no annual fee associated with joining as an Alliance. We find the value of our Alliance members is the relationship itself. It is only through a unified, collaborative effort that we may hope to move the needle in a more positive direction.
Tangible Benefits
Official Sponsor status and use of the Official Sponsor logo
Listed in Tread Lightly!’s Annual Report and various press releases
Website Link
Intangible Benefits
Networking opportunities
Opportunities for involvement in proactive projects which improve land and water quality and educate consumers giving added visibility to your organization and cause