Please take the time to review the points below to help ensure the safety of your group, other trail users, and wildlife. This will help the wilderness experiences provided continue for future generations.

Please use the 4 “C”s when in the backcountry:

• Common sense • Communication • Courtesy • Cooperation

1. All Trails Are Multi-Use – Yield Accordingly

   Always travel at a speed so you can stop at a safe distance from other trail users and wildlife. There are many horses in this area. When encountering a horse, stop and communicate with the rider as to the best way/place to pass.

   Move off the trail to let horses pass.

2. Stay on The Trail

   Never cut corners or ride, run or hike off of established routes/trails. If you come to a wet spot, walk/bike through it. Do not go around it.

   Do not ride on scree slopes as this could lead to the closure of the area to mountain bikes.

3. Be Prepared

   Have sufficient equipment with you when travelling in the backcountry. Gear should include a first aid kit, emergency communication device, map, extra food, clothing, water, tools and bear spray. Let someone know your intended route and return time before you depart.

4. Be Aware

   Anticipate encountering other trail users and wildlife, particularly around blind corners. Make plenty of noise as you travel through the area so that they hear you coming. There are bears in the area - do not approach or feed bears. All group members should pack bear spray and know how to use it. See this link for education on how to use bear spray.

5. Ride Don’t Slide and Ride in Control at all Times

   Don’t ride too fast for trail conditions, stay in control at all times, leaving yourself room to easily stop within the distance you can see ahead. Excessive skidding causes unnecessary trail erosion.

   Please ride respectfully and responsibly at all times.