Cardo and Tread Lightly! Spotlight the Need for Better Communication in Off-Road Education and Stewardship
PLANO, Texas – June 4, 2026 – Cardo Systems, the global leader in wireless communication systems for powersports enthusiasts, has announced a new partnership between its growing ORV division and Tread Lightly!, the nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting responsible outdoor recreation through stewardship, education, and conservation initiatives.
The partnership underscores Cardo’s commitment to protecting access to public lands and supporting the future of off-road recreation by drawing attention to the critical need for communications to promote responsible trail use, education for all OHV users, and environmental stewardship.
“At Cardo, we believe the outdoor experience is something worth protecting and that trail stewardship is essential to the long-term future of off-road recreation,” said Liat Sade Lavan, Cardo’s Head of ORV. “Partnering with Tread Lightly! aligns perfectly with our values and our dedication to supporting and educating the riders, families, and communities who live for adventure, focus on safety, and respect the environments they explore.”
As part of the collaboration, Cardo and Tread Lightly! will work together to help educate the off-road community on responsible riding practices, trail conservation, and sustainable recreation habits that help keep trails open and accessible for future generations. The partnership will also support stewardship projects and educational initiatives designed to encourage safe, respectful, and environmentally conscious off-road adventures. The organizations will work alongside industry leaders, land management agencies, and recreation enthusiasts to minimize environmental impact while protecting access to trails and public lands.
“Solid communication is critical to achieving Tread Lightly!’s mission of stewardship and education, and it’s exciting to see how Cardo ORV is supporting that communication on the trail, in real time, on every ride,” said James Boyd, Executive Director at Tread Lightly!. “Cardo has recognized the importance of promoting responsible recreation, education and stewardship. This is an exciting partnership, and we look forward to working closely with the Cardo team as they continue to gain awareness and customers in off-road recreation.”
For more information on Cardo Systems ORV products, visit Cardo Systems ORV.
To learn more about Tread Lightly! and its stewardship initiatives, visit Tread Lightly!.
About Cardo Systems
Cardo Systems is a provider of cutting-edge devices and application services for powersports and outdoor enthusiasts. After pioneering the world’s first Bluetooth-based wireless intercom headset in 2004, Cardo has been responsible for many industry innovations that have revolutionized communication, pushed technological boundaries, and enhanced user safety. In 2025, Cardo is proudly marking a decade since launching mesh connectivity into the communications industry with its innovative ‘Dynamic Mesh Communication’. Now sold in over 100 countries and enjoyed by motorcyclists, ORV riders and drivers, snowmobilers, snow skiers, snowboarders, and other outdoor enthusiasts, Cardo is proud to be the world’s leading communication device for people in motion.
About Tread Lightly!
Tread Lightly! is a national nonprofit organization with a mission to promote responsible recreation through stewardship programs and ethics education. Tread Lightly!’s educational message, along with its unique training and restoration initiatives are strategically designed to instill an ethic of responsibility in outdoor enthusiasts and the industries that serve them. The program is long-term in scope with a goal to balance the needs of the people who enjoy outdoor recreation with our need to maintain a healthy environment. Tread Lightly!’s award-winning materials, programs and services are solutions to some of the nation’s most pressing recreation issues. Individuals and businesses can commit to Tread Lightly! and protect outdoor access by becoming a member at www.treadlightly.org.
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