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Trail Etiquette and Safety
All trail users Obey posted rules.
  • Do not litter, disturb wildlife or make fires.
  • Keep pets on a leash, clean up messes and restrain them near wildlife.
  • Allow others to pass.
  • Allow horses to pass; talk to them in a calm voice.
  • Be courteous. Remove obstacles for others.
  • Leave gates as you found them.
  • Respect public and private property.
  • Avoid ski tacks when hiking or snowshoeing.
  • Bring lots of water.
  • If camping by the trails, before making a fire it is important to call this number or follow this link to be advised of the forest watch status (updated daily). 1-866-458-8080 or http://www.gnb.ca/public/Fire-Feu/dbpmap-e.asp


Cyclists
  • Stay to right side of trail.
  • Always yield to other trail users.
  • Ring a bell or speak to announce your presence to others.
  • Slow down and use care around others.
  • Ride with a friend and tell someone where you are going and when you will return.
  • Stay on trail and do not ride in muddy areas.
  • Avoid skidding tires.
  • Wear a helmet!

Horseback riders
  • Use extreme caution when tying horses, try to avoid tying them to trees and only leave them tied for a very short time and do not leave them unattended.
  • Never tie horses within 200 feet of water.
  • Clean up manure and hay.
  • Ride in single file.

Cross-country skiers
  • Ski on right side.
  • Let fast skiers pass.
  • Do not ruin track when getting out of it.
  • Keep skies wide when breaking trail as trail narrows with use.
  • Fix trail if you fall.