Our rules committee has formulated a Code of Conduct to insure that no member
       of the A.V.T.A. will abuse the privilege of riding and or hiking across private or
       public property.  (revised November 2010)
        1. THE RIGHTS OF THE PROPERTY OWNERS, ACROSS WHOSE LAND WE ARE
               PERMITTED TO RIDE/HIKE MUST BE RESPECTED AT ALL TIMES !
               Remember that you are a guest on the land. When you meet landowners, be
               courteous and let them know how much you appreciate the pleasure they are providing
               you. ONE irresponsible person can cause the closing of a trail !
        2. WEAR YOUR I.D. TAGS AT ALL TIMES ON THE TRAILS. 
              Privileges are issued on an annual basis, subject to revocation if discourtesy and/or
              abuse of trails occur.
        3. RIDE THE ASSOCIATION TRAILS ONLY ! 
              Riders must not wander from marked trails and must stay close to the edge of
              farmers' fields. Do not use any landowner's schooling facilities, jumps, rings, training
              tracks, playing fields, etc.  You MUST respect TRAIL CLOSED signs !
        4. Trails are open to horseback riders and pedestrians only. 
              No wheeled vehicles, except those needed for maintenance, are allowed.  
        5. Do not jump any obstacles on other people's property.
        6. PLEASE REPORT ANY DAMAGE OR REPAIRS NEEDED TO TRAILS/FENCES
               to Gael Gardner (609) 466-9472  gael@thegardners.org or Kris du Fosse (908) 782-3162
               or the Trail Manager - Mary Murrin (609) 895-1040  mrmurrin1@verizon.net
        7.  A.  Riders must always wear a safety helmet. 

              B.  Dogs are allowed on trails only when accompanied by a hiker, and must be leashed.
        8. BE THOUGHTFUL OF LANDOWNER'S PRIVACY.
               Wave as you pass houses whether or not you can see anyone and when you see
               someone working on the land. Dress appropriately and keep voices down.
               Walk your horse down any driveway or trail that passes close to a house,
               or by any pasture where you may disturb livestock.
        9. ACTIVE PARTICIPATION TO HELP MAINTAIN TRAILS AND RUN THE ORGANIZATION
              IS REQUIRED OF ALL MEMBERS TO MAKE THIS ASSOCIATION A SUCCESS. 
       10. DO NOT RIDE OFF YOUR OWN PROPERTY AFTER SUNSET. 
       11. NO SMOKING ON THE TRAILS.
       12. NO RIDING IS ALLOWED ON THE TRAILS WHEN THEY ARE VERY WET AND MUDDY.
             If you leave marks more than an inch deep, you must turn around and go a different way.
             "If you would not ride across your own front lawn, it is too wet to use the trails."

      Rules and Regulations when riding or hiking during deer hunting season:
        Riders are responsible for being aware of hunting dates. 
        Hunting dates will be posted on the AVTA website and in the AVTA newsletter. 
        Also check the NJ Fish and Game website for hunting dates for zone 13.
         * Remember that now there will be bow hunting in most areas on Sundays *
         1. Always wear blaze orange on the trails.
         2. Riders may be on the trails ONLY between the hours of 10 AM and 3 PM daily
             until the clocks change and then the times change to 10 AM to 2 PM.  
         3. Be aware, in areas that are posted semi wild,
             that hunters can hunt small game on Sundays.
         4. The trails are closed during firearms week, no riding or hiking allowed.
         5. The AirPark is open to riders and hikers as long as we stay on the defined trails and
             roads, and only between 10 AM and 2 PM. They ask that you please keep your voices
             down. Be aware that the hunters may be using  the rifle range, so avoid this area.
         6. Turkey season runs from about mid April to mid May with hunting from dawn to
             12 noon Monday through Saturday.

                    The Ridge at Backbrook Golf Course Rules and Regulations

         Years ago when the golf course was proposed in East Amwell the people on the planning
         board and the seller, Mr. Bryce Thompson, worked very hard with the Ridge developers
         and the AVTA to ensure that trails would be available around the property. The owners of
         the Ridge, Joel and Pam Moore, agreed to allow us access to the trails with certain
         conditions. When you join the AVTA you agree to follow all our codes of conduct which
         include those in effect at The Ridge at Back Brook.

         For all members who use the easement around the golf course, the following provisions apply:
          1. Quiet is of the utmost importance while riding or hiking on the trails.
          2. Golfers have the right of way at all times.
          3. Stand quietly while golfers are near tees and greens or keep moving past area,
              so as not to distract players.
          4. Use the trails only during daylight hours.
          5. Quietly let the golfers know you are coming if they are on the trail.
          6. Obey all posted signs.
          7. Stay on the designated trails.
          8. Ride at a reasonable pace e.g. walk or trot.
          9. Be courteous to members of the golf course and their guests.