Aug 4/13 - Fines handed out at Deadman's Pass

Howdy! We ran into some quadders and they were out over Deadman's and reported that they met up with some other riders that got fined and warnings because they were riding the route that is posted as Not a Legal route. The quadders we were speaking to said they took the correct route and had no issues so a warning to all that you must observe the posted signs there. They are trying to prevent erosion so please take the correct trail. It was a $230 or $280 fine per vehicle. We were down the Flathead and OH MY has it eroded! We were discussing the grooming plan for winter and it won't be far down the trail. Turning around at the point where it becomes impassable would be very difficult so that limits the distance also. The Corbin parking lot is now divided in half with Teck employees using part of it now so please cooperate and park on the correct side. The bridge that is about 2km past Rain Gauge down the Flathead is sketchy and that part of the trail is tremendously rocky. We made it to McClatchie turn off and the bridge is gone there. The bank is very high but there is a work around with steep bank climb up the other side. Dirtbikes will find the deep rushing water very challenging to cross. Its all new out there again. Bring a rope, slime for tires and and an air pump for sure! Cheers - V