Sick of seeing this happen to kids trying to keep themselves out of trouble and do something constructive. Its no different to burning a kids treehouse down. Get a life councils everywhere and start sorting out your priorities. Sorting out the high and drunk, or stopping innocent kids from building harmless jumps in the forest.
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Aaryn Hackney
12 years ago
I hope they get up and running again
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Chris steenkamp
12 years ago
All the best with getting rights to build your jumps guys, councils can get fked
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Samuel Wood
12 years ago
What harm are they doing? If anything they're only doing good by encouraging kids to get out get fit and enjoy life, let them have fun and make the most of their lives
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craig dias
12 years ago
don't take away their childhood and future kids childhood!
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Alan Currie
12 years ago
If the authorities are reading this,shame on you guys,they are doing nothing wrong,would you rather they were loutering streets and setting fire to your land instead of doing something constructive??
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joseph warren
12 years ago
GET THESE KIDS THEIR JUMPS BACK!
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Sylvain
12 years ago
Gardez le courage !
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Greg white
12 years ago
Kids just wanna ride. What and who are they hurting? Leave them alone! Let em ride!
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Drew
12 years ago
Let the kids ride!
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matt van acker
12 years ago
digging trails is an art, an emotional outlet, a physical outlet, and a creative outlet all rolled into one activity that these kids are obviously passionate about. it reduces stress, it builds confidence it builds community and its free. Seems like a good idea to work with these youth to allow them to build their own fun.
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Christopher kidd
12 years ago
Best of look dudes!
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jonathan riley
12 years ago
doesn't it make more sense to encourage young people in a healthy and creative pursuit?
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Cameron Taylor
12 years ago
wron thing to do
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Verena
12 years ago
Ever wondered why there are so many teenagers drinking themselves to almost-death / sitting in front of their Computer all day / becoming hooligans?
...Because this f'in society doesn't give much opportunities...
Don't give up guys! You've done a great job there!
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Brian Thompson
12 years ago
I am 44 and I still like getting down in the mud. These tracks are a great way for people of all ages to enjoy the outdoors and should be encouraged not destroyed. Those involved in both sides should get together and discuss how to minimise any environmental disturbance while opening up the area to this healthy sport. With correct management these projects can be beneficial to all involved.
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Shawn Carter
12 years ago
Trustees of the Savernake Estate,
As a steward of the land I bring forth to you the concept of the seventh generation, created by our Native Tribes. Seven generation sustainability is an ecological concept that urges the current generation of humans to live sustainably and work for the benefit of the seventh generation into the future.
The building of jumps in forest, when done with respect, is not harmful to the environment. To the contrary it teaches our youth to respect the forest and the earth and allows them to learn about nature first hand by giving them a sustainable activity which encourages interaction with the land.
There are infinite uses for the forest. Wise leaders allow for many uses which benefit many groups without doing harm.
Consider how easily the work of the jump builders was returned to the earth. In a year or two the understory will have filled in and little evidence will exist of any disturbance.
Allowing our youth to express themselves in a way that can easily be reversed should be a high priority of our society. Instead we sadly see change as threatening and our unwillingness to compromise creates distrust amongst generations.
Will jumps in the forest be detrimental 7 generations from now ? or will the benefits gained be a contributing factor in a more trusting society ?
Be wise leaders and let the youth have a place to experiment. Open channels of communication and smartly use this opportunity to exchange information between the generations.
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Joseph Clough
12 years ago
England...promoting inactivity in teens
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Tom Howe
12 years ago
This situation shows a complete disregard for these riders and any community values. These people are coming together to take part in sport, keeping fit, socialising and avoiding the traps of drugs and alcohol which in these days is almost unheard of. Why not support the younger generation rather than limit them and tame then into what that 'should' be doing. Would the same have happened if they were building goal posts and kicking a football around?! Personally Im outraged at this sort of behaviour from the Trustees. We are fortunate in the UK to have an outstanding country side, unfortunately a lot of it we are unable to enjoy because it is owned by bureaucratic 'Trusts'. You would think a Trust would have the best intentions in mind and a willingness to share the sight with anyone who wished to enjoy it. In my opinion an apology is due to these young riders, for acting so harshly and in haste. Secondly I suggest the owners make this area safe and enjoyable so a number of trails can be built, NOT a 'limited number' as they so conservatively state. Provide bins, notice boards with emergency numbers, work with them not against them. I grew up riding and digging dirt jumps and it has provided me not only with a strong body but given me memories and friendships that are truly unforgettable. Finally if this goes ahead, I will personally help dig...providing my wrist is out of a cast! Happy Riding!
Good luck!
Sick of seeing this happen to kids trying to keep themselves out of trouble and do something constructive. Its no different to burning a kids treehouse down. Get a life councils everywhere and start sorting out your priorities. Sorting out the high and drunk, or stopping innocent kids from building harmless jumps in the forest.
I hope they get up and running again
All the best with getting rights to build your jumps guys, councils can get fked
What harm are they doing? If anything they're only doing good by encouraging kids to get out get fit and enjoy life, let them have fun and make the most of their lives
don't take away their childhood and future kids childhood!
If the authorities are reading this,shame on you guys,they are doing nothing wrong,would you rather they were loutering streets and setting fire to your land instead of doing something constructive??
GET THESE KIDS THEIR JUMPS BACK!
Gardez le courage !
Kids just wanna ride. What and who are they hurting? Leave them alone! Let em ride!
Let the kids ride!
digging trails is an art, an emotional outlet, a physical outlet, and a creative outlet all rolled into one activity that these kids are obviously passionate about. it reduces stress, it builds confidence it builds community and its free. Seems like a good idea to work with these youth to allow them to build their own fun.
Best of look dudes!
doesn't it make more sense to encourage young people in a healthy and creative pursuit?
wron thing to do
Ever wondered why there are so many teenagers drinking themselves to almost-death / sitting in front of their Computer all day / becoming hooligans? ...Because this f'in society doesn't give much opportunities... Don't give up guys! You've done a great job there!
I am 44 and I still like getting down in the mud. These tracks are a great way for people of all ages to enjoy the outdoors and should be encouraged not destroyed. Those involved in both sides should get together and discuss how to minimise any environmental disturbance while opening up the area to this healthy sport. With correct management these projects can be beneficial to all involved.
Trustees of the Savernake Estate, As a steward of the land I bring forth to you the concept of the seventh generation, created by our Native Tribes. Seven generation sustainability is an ecological concept that urges the current generation of humans to live sustainably and work for the benefit of the seventh generation into the future. The building of jumps in forest, when done with respect, is not harmful to the environment. To the contrary it teaches our youth to respect the forest and the earth and allows them to learn about nature first hand by giving them a sustainable activity which encourages interaction with the land. There are infinite uses for the forest. Wise leaders allow for many uses which benefit many groups without doing harm. Consider how easily the work of the jump builders was returned to the earth. In a year or two the understory will have filled in and little evidence will exist of any disturbance. Allowing our youth to express themselves in a way that can easily be reversed should be a high priority of our society. Instead we sadly see change as threatening and our unwillingness to compromise creates distrust amongst generations. Will jumps in the forest be detrimental 7 generations from now ? or will the benefits gained be a contributing factor in a more trusting society ? Be wise leaders and let the youth have a place to experiment. Open channels of communication and smartly use this opportunity to exchange information between the generations.
England...promoting inactivity in teens
This situation shows a complete disregard for these riders and any community values. These people are coming together to take part in sport, keeping fit, socialising and avoiding the traps of drugs and alcohol which in these days is almost unheard of. Why not support the younger generation rather than limit them and tame then into what that 'should' be doing. Would the same have happened if they were building goal posts and kicking a football around?! Personally Im outraged at this sort of behaviour from the Trustees. We are fortunate in the UK to have an outstanding country side, unfortunately a lot of it we are unable to enjoy because it is owned by bureaucratic 'Trusts'. You would think a Trust would have the best intentions in mind and a willingness to share the sight with anyone who wished to enjoy it. In my opinion an apology is due to these young riders, for acting so harshly and in haste. Secondly I suggest the owners make this area safe and enjoyable so a number of trails can be built, NOT a 'limited number' as they so conservatively state. Provide bins, notice boards with emergency numbers, work with them not against them. I grew up riding and digging dirt jumps and it has provided me not only with a strong body but given me memories and friendships that are truly unforgettable. Finally if this goes ahead, I will personally help dig...providing my wrist is out of a cast! Happy Riding!