Walking Trail Guide

TRAIL USE GUIDELINES AND ETIQUETTE:

BCT understands how important it is to spend time in nature. Please observe all trail rules and signs posted. These guidelines and trail etiquette allow us to keep the trails open and also respect the health and safety of mother nature and all trail users.

• Properties are open from dawn to dusk.

• Stay on marked trails. If you wander off trails you may encounter poison ivy, pick up ticks, disturb wildlife, or trespass on private property.

• Leash your dog and carry home dog waste. Your dog is welcome on BCT properties, but we ask that they remain leashed at all times for the safety of others and their dogs. Your dog's poop can contain bacteria and pathogens that are harmful to wildlife, and it is a nitrogen pollutant, so please bag it up and take it home for disposal.

• Properties are smoking and tobacco free.

• Biking and use of motorized vehicles is prohibited.

• Pack it in/pack it out. Please take home whatever you've brought with you, including your garbage. Many seasoned hikers recognize this as key to Leave No Trace principles.

• Leave what you find. Please do not collect natural objects and artifacts, and do not damage live trees and plants, including flowers.

• When others approach on a narrow trail, a hiker on the downhill side of the trail should step aside to allow the person coming uphill to pass easily. If you would like to pass someone on a trail, please be patient and announce your presence so that they can step aside when they have the space to do so. And always be kind to others!

• If the parking area is full, please try a different property or return at a later time.

• Be respectful of other trail users and enjoy!