Northumberland County Forest

09/04/2026

Respect the trail and the people who share it.

✔️ Stay on designated trails.
✔️ Slow down and give others space when approaching or passing other trail users.
✔️ Leave gates exactly as you found them.
✔️ Pack out what you pack in.
✔️ Be courteous - it helps protect access for everyone.

Good trail etiquette keeps our riding areas enjoyable and helps ensure they remain open for years to come.

What trail etiquette tip would you add?

08/14/2026

07/29/2026

07/29/2026

Trail Tip Tuesday

Encountering Horses on the Trail

If you encounter a horse on the trail:
✔ Stop your bike and turn off your engine.
✔ Remove your helmet.
✔ Speak calmly so the horse knows you're there.
✔ Wait for instructions from the equestrian.

Every horse reacts differently. Giving the equestrian time to guide their horse helps keep everyone safe.

What trail etiquette topic would you like us to cover next?

07/23/2026

🐻 Bear Safety Reminder 🐻

We share our forests and trails with wildlife, including bears. Help keep both people and bears safe by:

✅ Making noise while hiking
✅ Keeping pets on leash
✅ Never feeding wildlife
✅ Packing out all garbage and food scraps

Let's do our part to keep bears wild and our trails safe for everyone. Enjoy the outdoors and stay bear aware! 🌲

Spring is here again and black bears are back out and about 🐻

Be and avoid human-bear encounters by:
• storing garbage in sealed containers
• removing bird feeders
• cleaning your barbeques
• keeping your pets on a leash

Report non-emergency bear encounters to the Bear Reporting Line: 1-866-514-2327

If someone’s safety could be at risk, call 911 or your local police.

Learn more: https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/1007237/be-bear-wise-and-prevent-bear-encounters

07/14/2026

If you don't know, don't go! Trespassing leads to closed trails.

07/09/2026

07/03/2026

Help Protect Ontario's Trails This Holiday Weekend

With the recent heat and dry conditions, our forests and trails are extremely vulnerable to wildfires. Every rider can help prevent a devastating fire.

Before you hit the trails:
• Never toss cigarette butts on the ground or from your ATV, SxS, or vehicle. Make sure they're completely extinguished.
• Check the condition of your spark arrestor before every ride. Even the smallest spark can ignite dry grass, leaves, or forest debris during hot, dry conditions. If you're not familiar with your machine's spark arrestor or aren't sure if it's properly maintained, check your owner's manual or contact your manufacturer or dealer
• Avoid using BBQs, campfires, or any open flames where restrictions are in place.
• Park only in designated areas. Hot exhaust systems can ignite dry grass.
• Pack out all garbage and leave the trail better than you found it.
• If you see smoke or a fire, report it immediately.

One careless moment can change a forest forever.

Let's all do our part to protect the trails we love—for today's riders and future generations.

Stay Safe. Respect the Trails. Prevent Wildfires.