Our Mission

The Friends of El Mirage (FOEM) are users of the El Mirage OHV Open Area that promote the preservation, multiple use and restoration of this unique area. FOEM is a varied group of outdoor recreationists who are extremely active in promoting the positive aspects of vehicular access to this multi-use land, and protecting that right.

The ultimate goal of FOEM is to support and develop projects to improve, protect and maintain existing trails and dry lake bed to promote understanding, education and cooperation between all users.

Join the Friends of El Mirage - Memberships

By joining Friends of El Mirage you are taking part in an organization that promotes the preservation, multiple use and restoration of this unique area. Friends of El Mirage (FOEM) is a varied group of outdoor recreationists who are extremely active in promoting the positive aspects of vehicular access to this multi-use land, and protecting that right. Please use our Contact Form to inquire about membership.

Membership:

The Friends of El Mirage meets the second Wednesday of every month at the El Mirage OHV Area Visitor Center at 9:00 AM. Information regarding membership and dues is specified below.

Supporting Membership:

Single (one individual) $15.00 per year

Special: (one individual) $25.00 per year

Family: (all individuals living in one household) $40.00 per year

Desert Rat: (one individual) $750.00 for 10 years (May be paid quarterly – $100/quarter for 2 years)

Corporate Membership:

Supporting: $100.00 per year

Benefactor: $250.00 per year

Prospector: $500.00 per year

Pioneer: $1500.00 lifetime