RIDE ON California Online Awareness Course

The RIDE ON California Online Awareness Course is designed to teach the basics about Tread Lightly!'s RIDE ON Designated Roads, Trails and Areas program and how motorized recreationists can minimize their impact in California.

This course uses knowledge checks and scenarios to teach the Tread Lightly! principles and how to apply them in real world situations.

To learn more about RIDE ON California, please go to RideOnCA.org.


Your Instructor


Danielle Fowles-McNiven
Danielle Fowles-McNiven

Tread Lightly!’s assistant director, develops and manages Tread Trainer – Tread Lightly!’s national volunteer training and outreach programs. Formerly the Grassroots and Legislative Affairs Coordinator for the American Motorcyclist Association, Danielle has recruited, trained, mobilized and overseen advocates to influence motorized recreation related issues. A graduate from the University of Utah with a bachelor’s degree in political science, she has worked with numerous volunteers at the local, state and national levels. Danielle enjoys shooting, horseback riding, camping and all forms of motorized recreation.


Course Curriculum


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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.

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