Most trails in our local area don’t respond well to rain. They turn into sticky, slippery muck that binds to everything it touches. It builds up on feet and hooves. It builds up on tires. When mud sticks to things, it leaves the trail with holes, grooves and ridges. These Read more…
The tinkling sound of bike bells helps to minimize surprise encounters between approaching trail users. Mountain bikers and some others mount them on their bikes or packs to announce their presence in a friendly way. Additionally, the bells alert native animals to avoid contact with humans. In 2014 the Conejo Read more…
The Conejo Open Space Conservation Agency has just announced that all Thousand Oaks trails will be closed Sunday and Monday Sept 6-7 due to the extreme heat. Numerous heat-related rescues are tying up critical rescue and fire personnel. Closing COSCA trails will reduce the burden on safety staff and ensure Read more…
Check out this whimsical video that explains how to practice proper social distancing on trails in the open spaces.
Shared use is a primary goal on the trail, that’s why COSF and CORBA joined together in 2014 with the CRPD, COSCA, and COSTAC to create bells for mountain biking use. These bells help alert hikers and equestrians of a biker’s presence around corners. If you are a mountain biker Read more…