Dog walkers who visit local conservation areas are reminded to keep their dogs on-leash and scoop up after them, the Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority urges in a news release issued today.
This reminder comes after an increase of off-leash dogs and owners who don't scoop poop on the trails.
"Keeping your dog on a leash and cleaning up after it will ensure a pleasurable experience for all visitors. If you are found to be in contravention of the above rules, you will be asked to leave the Conservation Area immediately and/or could face a financial penalty," the news release states.
For more information, see the press release below.
The Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority (SSMRCA) is issuing a friendly reminder to residents regarding the use of Conservation Areas to walk your dog. This statement is sent out so that users of the conservation areas can be informed and aware.
The SSMRCA is extending the reminder to all recreational users of the conservation areas that unfortunately, there has been an increase in dogs that are off-leash and owners that don’t scoop the poop. Please scoop your dog’s poop, remove the excrement from the trail, and carry it out in a plastic bag (or equivalent). DO NOT leave plastic bags, or other garbage, on the trail or in the forest.
Dogs MUST be leashed at ALL TIMES at ALL of our properties. Keeping your dog on a leash and cleaning up after it will ensure a pleasurable experience for all visitors. If you are found to be in contravention of the above rules, you will be asked to leave the Conservation Area immediately and/or could face a financial penalty.
Please visit the SSMRCA website or follow its social media channels for further information.
Conservation Areas are more than pretty places. They play an important environmental, educational and recreational role in Ontario, and contribute to the physical and mental well-being of over seven million visitors annually. Hidden within these natural gems are lakes, rivers and streams, wetlands sand dunes, beaches, waterfalls, caves, forests and natural heritage sites.