Swimming
There are no lifeguards or facilities on any body of water accessed by Foundation property. The Foundation absolves itself of any liability for death or personal injury as a result of swimming on its lands. Swimming may specifically be prohibited if the habitat is fragile and use is determined to be harmful to wildlife or it is determined that swimming is inherently dangerous due to local currents.

NOTE: Swimming is prohibited at Cedar Tree Neck Sanctuary

Horses
Horseback riding is permitted only on specifically-designated trails and specifically-designated properties. The Foundation reserves the right to establish dedicated equestrian trails and to prohibit equestrian use of trails.

Bicycles
In general, bicycles are allowed on Foundation property, including pedal-assist class 1 “e-bikes”. Class 2 and 3 “e-bikes” are prohibited from Foundation trails. The Foundation reserves the right to prohibit bicycling on certain trails and properties or sections thereof.

NOTE: Some trail easements are for pedestrian access only. Please respect these rules when posted and walk your bike.

Boating
Boating is allowed from Foundation properties where boating access is called for in the management plan, or there is a shoreline that provides access to boats launched elsewhere, or where boats may be carried from elsewhere to be launched from Foundation property.

  • Some properties may prohibit the landing and launching of boats during shorebird season as required under state and federal law.
  • Some properties have specifically designated launching and landing areas. Launching and landing of boats in areas other than those designated is prohibited on these properties.

Hunting
Hunting is allowed on certain Foundation properties. Hunting is governed by the Foundation’s separate Hunting Policy.

Fishing
Fishing consistent with state law is allowed from Foundation property where access to water is provided.

Dogs
Dogs are generally allowed on Foundation property, with the following limitations:

  • Dogs must be leashed at all times.
  • Owners are encouraged to pack out pet waste on trails and other high use areas.
  • Dogs may be prohibited on properties.
  • Specific dogs may be banned from certain properties or all properties.
  • Exceptions may apply according to lease agreements.

Foraging
Foraging of mushrooms, berries, nuts, leaves, seaweed and herbs for personal use is allowed. No plants may be dug up from the roots, no woody plants may be cut and collected and no plants listed as threatened, endangered or special concern may be collected. No collection for commercial purposes is allowed.