Rules and Etiquettes

Muslim Outdoor Adventures (MOA) is a volunteer-led group that organizes various events to promote outdoors exploration. By participating in any MOA activities, you automatically agree to follow our rules. These rules are current as of January 1st 2024 and are subject to change at any time with or without notice.

Waiver

You must sign the waiver at https://www.MuslimOutdoorAdventures.com/waiver before attending any of our events! Trip leads can refuse your participation if you haven’t signed the waiver.

PHOTOGRAPHY

All Participants are encouraged to document the Event; however we stress you take extra measures to protect your equipment from undergoing damage. Also note that, during the Event, Club Representatives may be taking photos for use on the web site, in newsletters or other promotional materials. By participating in a Club Event, you are granting the Club permission to reuse these photos of you in such a manner.

First Aid

Event Attendees are responsible for their own First Aid care and are encouraged to carry a First Aid kit, and have first aid training.

Wildlife

Treat wildlife with respect. Always observe from a safe distance. We do not encourage or condone approaching wild animals or attempting to feed them.

Trail Etiquettes

  1. Be aware of other trail users.
  2. Stay to the right of the trail (except when passing).
  3. Slow down at corners.
  4. Always clean up after yourselves.
  5. Obey all the trail rules.
  6. Give a clear warning signal when passing: call out passing on your left.
  7. Always look ahead and behind when passing.
  8. Travel at reasonable speed.
  9. Keep pets on a leash in congested areas.
  10. Move off the trail when letting others pass.
  11. Yield to other trail-users when entering and crossing trail.
  12. Do not disturb wildlife.
  13. Stay on the trail (respect the environment, do not venture off the trails).
  14. Do not litter.
  15. Do not drink or contaminate water sources (wash 100 feet away from any nearby water source).
  16. Use provided toilet facilities (if you are unable to find a facility, dig a hole 6 inches deep at least 200 feet from any open water).
  17. Do not make fires in new fire rings (use picnic areas and existing rings if provided).
  18. Respect wildlife. Your surroundings are home to many plants and animals: you are the visitor.
  19. Obey all posted signs. These indicate special restrictions that apply to the trail you are on.

You can read more about trail etiquettes from Ontario Parks website: https://www.ontarioparks.com/parksblog/trail-etiquette/