Alaska Safe Riders: Check the trailhead signs

Alaska Safe Riders here bringing you all-purpose vehicle safety messages thanks to the MEA Charitable Foundation and your hometown newspaper.

Check those trailhead signs! Many Alaska trails cross private lands, seasonal closures, or sensitive habitat. A quick read before you ride can save you a ticket, a tow, or worse—damaging protected areas we all want to enjoy for years to come.

At Caribou Hills Trail System near Homer, some routes cross mixed-use lands where signage is crucial. Taking a moment to read posted notices will help you avoid closed areas and respect local landowners while still enjoying more than 80 miles of trails.

Take a second to know before you go.

And don’t forget, the 17th Annual Mat-Su Emergency Expo is set for Saturday, September 20th from 10am to 3pm at the Menard Sports Center where you can attend a free workshop delivered by Alaska Safe Riders instructors. Get all the details at alaskasaferiders.org or ready.matsugov.us.

Ride smart. Ride safe. Wear a helmet. And check back next week for more Alaska trail and safety tips.