Slow and Say Hello Outpost - Marin County

​Slow & Say Hello is our off-road trail safety education program, created in collaboration with the Marin Horse Council and the Marin Conservation League. Mountain biking, hiking, and horseback riding are fantastic ways to enjoy the beauty of Marin and stay active. As more people take to the trails it’s important for all trail users to respect each other and the environment. 

​Members of Trail Partners set up a tent and information center at key locations to engage with hikers, bikers, walkers, runners, and equestrians about trail safety and resource protection. Visitors are asked to take a short trail quiz with questions such as… “When a puddle spans the entire width of the trail, should you go through it or around it?”
“When you approach a horse and rider on the trail, on which side should you pass?”
“What issues do earbuds create?”

​You’ll have to come out to one of the outposts to learn the answers, and if you answer correctly (or make a good effort in trying), you’ll receive a gift, including Slow and Say Hello! socks, visors, or tote bags! The questions always manage to spark a conversation and make people think more about their impact on other trail users and the environment.