Hi this is my first post so couldn't tell you if it it is in the right place or not my apologetics if it is. i did try and hunt around on the site before posting this.
many moons ago when i was in the cadets i was given some paper with the country code written on it. i thought it would be useful to post it on this site as some guidelines when out and about.
The country code
The country code has been written to promote country manners by helping to reduce or prevent the unintentional damage which occur every year, particularly at public holidays. Too many visitors to the country side are unfamiliar with its ways. They forget that a single careless act – a gate left open, a fence or hedge weekend, a dropped cigarette end – can mean a lot of extra work and expense for farmers, forester and other country folk.
The 10 reminders are:-
1. Guard against every risk of fire.
Plantations, woodlands and heaths are highly inflammable. Every year acres burn because of casually dropped matches, cigarette end and pipe ash.
2. Fasten all gates.
Even if you find them open, fasten them behind you. Animals cannot be told to stay where they are put. A gate left open invites them to cross the gate and wonder, a danger to themselves and traffic.
3. Keep dogs under proper control.
Farmers have good reason to regards visiting dogs as pests. In the country a civilised town dog can become a savage. Keep your dog on a lead whenever there is livestock about.
4. keep to the paths.
Especially on farm land. Crops can be ruined by people’s feet. Remember that grass is a valuable crop too, sometimes the only one on the farm. Flattened corn or hay is very difficult to harvest.
5. avoid damaging fences, hedges and walls.
They are expensive items in the farmer’s economy. Repairs are costly and need labour which is scarce. Keep to recognised routes, using gates and stiles.
6. leave no litter .
It can be dangerous. Take it home with you, or dispose of it in the proper place.
7. Safeguard water supplies.
Avoid polluting water in any way. Never interfere with cattle troughs.
8. Protect wildlife, plants and trees.
No carving trees or rocks, or disturbing wild animals. ( i think this one means no Jim <3 Jane sort of thing in on the trees.)
9. Be careful on country roads.
Remember they have blind corner, high bank hedges and low moving farm vehicles. If you are walking, keep to the right.
10. Respect the life of the country.
Set a good example and try to fit in with the life and work of the countryside. In the way those who follow are not regarded as enemies.( I think this means following the rules.)
many moons ago when i was in the cadets i was given some paper with the country code written on it. i thought it would be useful to post it on this site as some guidelines when out and about.
The country code
The country code has been written to promote country manners by helping to reduce or prevent the unintentional damage which occur every year, particularly at public holidays. Too many visitors to the country side are unfamiliar with its ways. They forget that a single careless act – a gate left open, a fence or hedge weekend, a dropped cigarette end – can mean a lot of extra work and expense for farmers, forester and other country folk.
The 10 reminders are:-
1. Guard against every risk of fire.
Plantations, woodlands and heaths are highly inflammable. Every year acres burn because of casually dropped matches, cigarette end and pipe ash.
2. Fasten all gates.
Even if you find them open, fasten them behind you. Animals cannot be told to stay where they are put. A gate left open invites them to cross the gate and wonder, a danger to themselves and traffic.
3. Keep dogs under proper control.
Farmers have good reason to regards visiting dogs as pests. In the country a civilised town dog can become a savage. Keep your dog on a lead whenever there is livestock about.
4. keep to the paths.
Especially on farm land. Crops can be ruined by people’s feet. Remember that grass is a valuable crop too, sometimes the only one on the farm. Flattened corn or hay is very difficult to harvest.
5. avoid damaging fences, hedges and walls.
They are expensive items in the farmer’s economy. Repairs are costly and need labour which is scarce. Keep to recognised routes, using gates and stiles.
6. leave no litter .
It can be dangerous. Take it home with you, or dispose of it in the proper place.
7. Safeguard water supplies.
Avoid polluting water in any way. Never interfere with cattle troughs.
8. Protect wildlife, plants and trees.
No carving trees or rocks, or disturbing wild animals. ( i think this one means no Jim <3 Jane sort of thing in on the trees.)
9. Be careful on country roads.
Remember they have blind corner, high bank hedges and low moving farm vehicles. If you are walking, keep to the right.
10. Respect the life of the country.
Set a good example and try to fit in with the life and work of the countryside. In the way those who follow are not regarded as enemies.( I think this means following the rules.)
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