Rules for W&OD Cleanup

For your safety and the safety of our many park visitors, please adhere to the
following procedures while servicing your adopt-a-trail area:

• Always work clear of trail user traffic. Only walk on shoulders
  while performing trail work.
• Watch for trail users when crossing the trail.
• Wear light colored clothing to be more visible.
• Wear hard sole shoes and work gloves.
• Work only in daylight and fair weather.
• Do not over exert yourself. Take breaks and drink ample fluids.
• Stay alert for snakes, other wildlife, and noxious weeds, and avoid
  all contact.
• Do not pick up materials that appear to be hazardous. Notify your
  local police, the hazardous waste hotline (1-800-552-2075), or the
  park office (703-729-0596).
• Do not participate in careless activities that may endanger or
  distract park visitors.
• Do not allow small children to accompany you.
• Park personal vehicles in public parking areas only, DO NOT park
  on the trail or on private properties.
• Avoid working in areas under repair or construction, especially
  during the operation of excavation, mowing, or other major
  equipment.
• Never participate in trail work while under the influence of drugs
  and/or alcohol.
• Report any problems or safety concerns immediately to the park
  office (703-729-0596).
• After the clean up leave all bags in one location just off the trail
  surface, and contact the trail office for pick up.

Thank you for your commitment to safety and your support of the W&OD
Railroad Regional Park.