- Ride on designated trails. Do not utilize CLOSED trails. 'If you don't know, don't go!'
- Avoid sudden stops and starts and quick directional changes with acceleration.
- Avoid sensitive and restricted areas at all times, especially wetlands, lakeshores, steep stream banks and hills.
- Cross at designated crossings and utilize bridges when available. Cross watercourses at 90-degree angles and drive carefully and slowly.
- Enjoy wildlife viewing opportuinities, avoid stressing any species particularly during the rearing stages. Adjust riding behaviour according to season and location.
- Respect and be courteous to other users who are also using shared use trails. Always yield the right-of-way to other trail users who are approaching or passing. Signal when approaching from behind. In particular, be certain to communicate with the riders of horses and those walking pets.
- Avoid running over young trees and shrubs, particularly in the spring and the growing season of the summer.
- Do not trespass on private property and do not utilize single-purpose trails designated for other (non-ATV) activities.
- Promote parking and dismounting from your ATV to walk to sensitive, scenic, historic and cultural areas.
- Avoid riding after heavy rains.
- Do not venture out on new, non-ATV designated trails without consulting appropriate skateholders.
- Comply with all applicable legislation an municipal bylaws.
- Take a rider safety course and ride within your abilities.
- Do not cut switchbacks or take shortcuts.
- Keep your speed and engine RPM low and steady when approaching other riders, homes, etc.
- What you pack in, pack out - do not litter.
- Remove your helmet when talking to other trail users and/or landowners.
- Keep in mind the following Ontario Trail Council (OTC) statement: "Shared use trail - expect/respect other users."