EAST BAY REGIONAL PARK DISTRICT BICYCLE SAFETY PRESENTATION

REGIONAL TRAILS OFCONTRA COSTA COUNTY Contra Costa Canal Regional Trail- 14.25 miles Connecting Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord and Walnut Creek Delta de Anza Regional Trail- 18 miles Connecting Concord, Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, and Oakley Iron Horse Regional Trail- 26 + miles Connecting Cities from Concord to Pleasanton in Alameda County

Lafayette - Moraga Regional Trail - 7.75 miles Connecting Moraga, Lafayette, and St. Mary’s College

Marsh Creek Trail - 7 + milesConnecting the cities of Brentwood to Oakley

RULES AND REGULATIONS EBRPD ORD. 38

Section 409.8aUnlawful to ride or operate in a negligent, unsafe or reckless manner or in a way that endangers the life, limb or property of another.Section 409.8bUnlawful to operate at excessive speeds, or in an irresponsible manner.Section 409.8cPermitted on paved roads, bike trails and multi use trails. Also on unpaved roads and trails with a width over 8 feet, Unless otherwise postedSection 409.8dNot permitted on narrow hiking or riding trails, except those areas specifically designated as allowed.

ORD. 38 CONTINUEDSection 409.8e

Not permitted to ride cross country on regional parklands, Restricted to permitted trails only

Section 409.8f

Not allowed in any area pursuant to a resolution of closure or restriction adopted by the Board

Section 409.8g

The Park Supervisor may close an area after proper posting any trail or road for safety reasons

Section 409.8h

Shall not be ridden at a speed exceeding 15 m.p.h on any trail with a posted speed limit

Section 409.8i

Must travel in a single file when passing and in a single file on the right side of the trail when in turns, blind corners, or when passing

Section 409.8j 1

Shall conform to CVC 21201 during hours of darkness

Section 409.8j 2

At a distance of not less than 50 feet, when overtaking operators shall call out, or use a audible device

Sections 409.8k

Are required to stop at stop signs posted with roadways, driveways, and other crossings.

PROPER PASSING ETIQUETTE Slow Down Yield on the trail Communicate-say hello and thank you Pass Safely and lawfully Ring your bike bell

Numerous others use the trails and safety and courtesy are critical to all users.

TOP 10 BICYCLE SAFETY RULES Wear an approved helmet and in the proper manner. Know and follow the rules of the road and trails. Ride single file when possible and always when passing. Avoid biking at night when possible. If you do, have the

required lighting and audible devices working. Also wear bright reflective clothing.

BICYCLE SAFETY RULES CONTINUED Stop at all intersections as required and always look for others.

Check over your shoulder before starting. Be alert for vehicles. Always be cautions when crossing

intersections, driveways, trails, alleys and watch for sudden movements of others.

Watch for and avoid hazards. Walk your bike across streets. Watch for children and animals.

VOLUNTEER TRAIL SAFETY PATROL Formalized citizen trail safety patrol group of volunteers

started in 1979. 6 groups- Bicycle, Equestrian, Hiking, Companion Dog

walking, Search and Rescue, and a Marine patrol. Duties – In uniform, patrol the parklands and regional trails to

“Observe and Report” issues.

Include- Staff Informational and Safety checkpoints, provide security and assist at events, parking/traffic control and others.

VOLUNTEER TRAIL SAFETY PATROL They are Ambassadors to the public for the District and assist,

inform, and direct the patrons of the parks with their needs. They are a critical piece of the Public Safety Department and

have been first responders to incidents as they occur. They are trained in various fields such as First Aid, Search and Rescue, Communications, etc.

VOLUNTEER TRAIL SAFETY PATROLLERS Training includes an annual conference with field specific

speakers, and the Equestrian Patrollers and the Canine Patrollers must pass a strict operational and skill test with their horses and dogs.

Additional information regarding the VTSP is available at their Website at parkpatrol.org

Questions?