Slow and Say “Hello” to respect our trails and all users

There are many users of public open spaces and trails. These users include horse riders, bicycle riders, e-bike riders, mobility restricted, hikers, dog walkers and runners, as well as the local trail residents and the local fauna. All of which use the natural environment for their preferred recreation, health, and well-being.

The Australian Trail Horse Riders Association has produced some important trail related material, along with Slow and Say “Hello” videos, to assist both horse riders and other trail users.

Pedestrians and runners, as trail users – Link  https://bit.ly/4mq7b3h 

Encountering horses while walking/running: Video link https://youtu.be/KWtCdp8MwxU

Bike Riders and Horses – Photo: ATHRA

Cyclists, as trail users – Link https://bit.ly/4dFCOUn

Three videos, that provide suggested and important ways for trail users to interact.

Giving way to horses on a bank: Video Link https://youtu.be/w2ULnfb2Lg4?si=xXQqiIUfN0F5iUH9

Encountering horses whilst with children: Video link https://youtu.be/holrj74yt_c

Encountering horse riders on a bridge: Video link https://youtu.be/ZBzmJlE7790

Pedestrians and runners Photo: ATHRA

Horse Riders, as trail users – Link https://bit.ly/3OzNrxE

Horses can be intimidating to others, so if you stay calm, it helps the horse to remain calm.

Horse riders give way to cyclists going up hill: Link https://youtu.be/qedhgpF1HfA

Giving way to cyclists coming from behind: Link https://youtu.be/yCIqHlNd0K8

Familiarise a horse with cyclists: Link https://youtu.be/DnEcTuZFShM