Visitors to a Dundee beauty spot are being given advice on how to make the area safe for everyone who wants to use it.
The Sharing our Trails project dished out tips to dog walkers, riders and cyclists at Templeton Woods at the weekend.
Dundee City Council outdoor access officer John Whyman chatted to horse riders from Muirhead Stables, mountain bikers from Discovery Junior Cycling Club (DJCC) and some of the dog walkers who use the area regularly.
Mr Whyman said: the aim of the scheme was to ensure everyone could live in harmony while enjoying the great outdoors.
“We have taken the parts of the Scottish Outdoor Access Code that applies to Templeton and we’re spreading that message to dog walkers, horse riders and cyclists. It’s all about sharing paths and ensuring everyone has a good day,” he said.
“It’s about increasing safety so that everyone enjoys the woods.”
Mr Whyman handed out flyers to people visiting the woods over the weekend. They contained guidance on outdoors etiquette, such as keeping dogs on leads when horses approach and not cycling too fast around blind corners.
SNP councillor Anne Rendall, neighbourhood services deputy convener, said: “Templeton Woods is busier than ever and is a great place to spend an hour or two.
“This event brings different users together to meet and find out how best to watch out for each other, taking pride and care in their woodland.”
Also on hand at the visitor centre were animal control staff, outdoor access officers and countryside rangers who gave pointers on enjoying Dundee’s green spaces responsibly.
Take Pride in Your Woodland is part of a wider Take Pride in Your City campaign, which encourages everybody to be proud of Dundee.
The DJCC has been meeting at Templeton since January, and had been using Caird Park for around 10 years before that.
Templeton Woods has received a Green Flag award for its paths, trails and visitor centre. It is also said to have the best population of red squirrels in Dundee as well as boasting the Tangle Mountain Bike Skills Trail and a sculpture trail.
