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Trail Rating System Surface Type Paved or Asphalt Paved or Asphalt Traffic Additional Information Traffi c Users should expect to encounter varying amounts of traffi c and should be cautious. Route may include street crossings at marked pedestrian crosswalks. Scenic Includes viewpoints. Scenic Walking Routes & Trails of Prince George Walking times While distances have been provided for the trails and routes in this guide, walking times have not been included as an individual’s walking pace varies depending on stride length, terrain, walking surface, physical condition, age and gender. Generally, it takes approximately one hour to walk 5 kilometres on relatively fl at terrain. Share the trails • Trail users may also include cyclists, equestrians, runners, scooters, strollers • Slow down and communicate when passing • Keep to the right and control your speed • Leash your pet and respect wildlife While you’re there • Stay on designated trails • Keep dogs on a leash • Place litter and dog waste in garbage containers • Respect wildlife and plants Be bear and moose aware Bears and moose are frequent visitors to the trails and routes included in this book. Be cautious, keep your distance and do not feed them. Adopt a bench or picnic table Looking for a place to rest along your favourite trail? The City of Prince George’s popular Gifts and Legacies Program continues to grow in our parks and along our trails. These well made benches and tables are funded by individuals or groups and are often dedicated to a loved one. The City of Prince George will work with the sponsor to decide on a suitable location for the bench or table and an appropriate plaque for the community to enjoy. Contact Community Services at 250-561-7600 for more information. Can’t fi nd your favourite trail? We recognize that some well used trail networks are missing from this book. These have not been included as most cross into private property. For more information visit the City of Prince George website at www.city.pg.bc.ca or call 250-561-7600. Gravel Gravel Packed earth Packed Earth Wildlife Wildlife Possible encounters with wildlife from birds to bears. Please be cautious. Picnic Picnic facilities are available. Picnic Playground Trail goes by or is near to a playground. Transit Route is accessible by public transit. Playground Transit Disclaimer: This book is intended for people of all fi tness levels. If a regular exercise routine is something new to you please talk to your doctor before you start. 4 City of Prince George WALKING TRAIL GUIDE Get outside! It’s in our nature. 5
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