We are excited the Pennsy Trails 400W-500W is now open and the 500W-600W section will be constructed soon. Moving forward we asked you to pass this along for issues on the Pennsy. The Pennsy Trails is actively involved in creating safe spaces for both trail users and residents. The following was approved in March 2021 by the Hancock County Commissioners.
Approved Trail Rules:
Obey all trail and road signs
Keep right and pass on the left
Warn before passing
No motorized vehicles. Handicap wheelchairs allowed
Do not feed wildlife
No horses. Service animals are allowed
Do not touch plants or wildlife
Pets must be on a leash
Pet waste must be removed by pet owner
Open sunrise to sunset (except for farm field spray closures)
Stay on the paved trail (trespassing on private property is prohibited)
Littering is prohibited (take all trash with you!)
Assumption of Risk, No Trespass, and Trespasser Liability
In choosing to use the trail, all users assume the risk of hazards inherent to trail use, including, but not limited to, risk of property damage and personal injury or illness. Deviating from the paved trail is strictly prohibited. In accordance with Indiana Code 35-43-2-2, any person deviating from the paved trail and/or entering private property will be considered a trespasser and may be subject to criminal liability.
For legal purpose, motor vehicles are often identified within a number of vehicle classes including cars, buses, motorcycles, off-road vehicles, light trucks and regular trucks. These classifications vary according to the legal codes of each country. Generally, to avoid requiring people with disabilities from having to possess an operator’s license to use one, or requiring tags and insurance, powered wheelchairs will be specifically excluded by law from being considered motor vehicles.
