While on the Trail

• Keep your group small. Large groups may damage trails.
  
  
• Be sure to tell someone where you are going and your estimated time of return.
  
  
• Be prepared for rapidly changing weather. Dress in layers and carry rain gear. The incidence of hypothermia and injury increase significantly during wet rainy periods.
  
  
• If the weather turns bad or the hike becomes more strenuous then expected, turn back.
  
  
• Carry water and food.
  
  
• Other items you should have with you include: a compass and map, first aid kit, sun screen lotion, sunglasses, sun hat, bug repellent, pocketknife, matches in a waterproof container, fire-starter (either a candle or a chemical type) and a flashlight.
  
  
• If required, study tide tables before you hike.
  
  
• Know your limits and the limits of your hiking companions.
  
  
• Pack out what you pack in, including all garbage. Leave only footprints and take only photographs.
  
  
• Please resist the temptation to collect samples of marine life, fossils, artifacts, plants and animals. All natural and cultural resources are protected under the Provincial Park Act.
  
  
• Wear comfortable and sturdy footwear. Hiking boots provide more protection than running shoes, especially if your hike takes you into the mountains and wilderness.
  
  
• Wear comfortable woolen or cotton socks.
  
  
• Obey all signs.
  
  
• Hiking trails in regional or provincial parks are planned to take you safely through the most interesting and beautiful parts of the park without damaging sensitive and unique plant and wildlife habitats. Please stay on the trails.
  
  
• Beware of wildlife. Understand the correct behaviour around black bears and cougars.
  
  
• Use common sense.
  
  
• Be safe, have fun!