Although several studies have examined attitudes towards cougars, little research has been done to specifically address the perceptions on cougar-related interpretive media. The purpose of this study was to examine whether hikers read the available signage pertaining to cougars and examine the hikers' perceptions of current signs and cougar-human interactions in general. A qualitative approach was employed in which a number of themes emerged from interviews with people recreating in and around the City of Fort Collins, Colorado. The four main themes that emerged were: responsibility, recognition, familiarity, and general education and interpretation. Study participants believed that cougar-related education could be extended and varied to better educate hikers from all backgrounds. (Contains 1 table.)