Last Wednesday night, May 29, Wood River High School and Middle School Mountain Bike Team members, parents and coaches ganged up on trail maintenance tasks on the BLM Croy Trails. Around 30 volunteers worked on a variety of projects. On Nadya’s Trail a group of team members, and their coaches, dug in the dirt…
Month: May 2019
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What’s Open – Trail Report Friday, May 24
by Ashley Knox, BCRD Trails Coordinator •
Trail Report for Friday, May 24 2019: The Blaine County Recreation District has opened the new non-motorized 4.2-mile-long Quigley Loop Trail east of Hailey. The trail can be accessed off of Quigley Road. Please enjoy the trail safely and responsibly. The Ketchum Ranger District (KRD) has opened a bit more trail, but things are still wet…
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Three Tips for Better Trails
by Ashley Knox, BCRD Trails Coordinator •
You can help others have fun and stay safe while doing your part to keep the trails in good shape by following a few simple etiquette tips: 1. Expect the Unexpected Slow down and approach blind corners with care. Approach areas with restricted lines-of-sight at a mellow speed. Be ready to stop safely if someone…
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Rattlesnake Common Sense
by Ashley Knox, BCRD Trails Coordinator •
The only venomous snake native to Idaho is the Western Rattlesnake (Crotalus viridis). Each spring snakes emerge from hibernation and we sometimes see them here and there in the valley. Democrat Gulch is one area where they are often spotted. Those walking dogs are encouraged to keep their pets on leash, as curious canines and…