Aigas Community Forest

A productive, working forest providing measurable social, economic and environmental benefits for local residents and visitors alike

Protocol for MTB Users

Aigas Community Forest supports responsible and safe MTB use.

• Never use the trails on your own.
• Always wear appropriate helmets, gloves and protective eyewear.
• All riders do so at their own risk and are expected to ride within their own ability and familiarise themselves with the trail.
• Be courteous to other road and trail users.
• When approaching walkers or horses slow down, be ready to dismount. Always give way to walkers and horses.
• Respect All Wildlife.
• Keep clear of all felling and forestry activity.
• Obey all forestry work area safety signage.
• No Fires or BBQs in the Forest.
• No cutting of trees or fallen timber is allowed.
• No creation of new paths or variation to existing paths.
• Carry a personal first aid kit.
• Mobile phone reception is variable at best but have some means of communication. (Spot Gen 3)
• Carry emergency personal contact details with you.
• Advise your contacts when you exit the forest.
• ACF strongly recommends that all MTB users take out appropriate third party liability insurance for their cycling activities.