Tip # 3: Like the Boy Scouts, Be Prepared

Plan your workday and come prepared. Always carry enough water and food to get you through the day. Dress properly which includes long pants and shirt, gloves, hat, and boots. A cell phone and small first aid kit are always a good idea.

For a great series of documents about trail building and maintenance, check out the IMBA (International Mountain Bike Association) site. www.imba.com/resources/trail_building/index.html