by Canadian Trails | Aug 22, 2020 | Atlantic, Canadian Trails Federation, PEI
Post-tropical storm tore through the Island trail, which has since been repaired
CBC News · Posted: Aug 20, 2020 5:16 PM AT
A dedicated group of environmentalists has revived the main Devil's Punchbowl Trail after destruction caused by post-tropical storm Dorian last September.
The storm's winds toppled trees and tossed around limbs and branches in the park nearly a year ago.
The group behind the restoration, which is also responsible for maintaining the park, was determined to clear the debris even though they were not certain if the all trails in the park would open this year due to extent of the damage.
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by Canadian Trails | Aug 22, 2020 | Canadian Trails Federation, Newfoundland
Premium contentJuanita Mercer(juanita.mercer@thetelegram.com)
Kids these days.
Just look at them:
Here’s 16-year-old Liam French tidying trails at O’Brien Farm in St. John’s, and there’s 19-year-old Willa Neilsen cleaning up the beach in North West River.
These Conservation Corps Newfoundland and Labrador (CCNL) Green Team members have spent their summer improving the environment while conserving culturally-significant parts of their communities, and gaining valuable skills in the process.
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by Canadian Trails | Aug 21, 2020 | Canadian Trails Federation
Maria Weisgarber
Published Tuesday, August 18, 2020 4:54PM PDTLast Updated Tuesday, August 18, 2020 7:14PM PDT
VANCOUVER -- The effectiveness of a pilot project meant to manage crowds at B.C. parks is being questioned by users, who say they aren't seeing enforcement.
Even though day passes are supposed to be required at certain parks as of late July, some say there's nothing stopping people from coming in, with or without one.
Maple Ridge resident Shea Thomson said the last three times she's visited Golden Ears Provincial Park, nobody has been there to check to make sure people have day passes as they drive in.
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by Canadian Trails | Aug 21, 2020 | Canadian Trails, Canadian Trails Federation, Quebec, Sentiers Canadienne
Tyler Jadah|Aug 18 2020, 1:43 pm
Parc national des Monts-Valin (SÉPAQ)
Note: While local parks, shops, and events are reopening throughout the province, Santé Quebec is reminding individuals to monitor their health for signs and symptoms of COVID-19. If you’re not feeling well, they recommend staying home at this time. If you decide to go out, maintain the two-metre physical distancing guidelines and wear a face covering or mask when in public.
Even though Quebec has a different look and feel this summer, its everlasting beauty will always shine despite whether we’re going through a pandemic or not.
If you’re looking for a challenging trek, a trail that leads to majestic waterfalls, or hikes that are surrounded by water, there’s a circuit around Quebec waiting for you.
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by Canadian Trails | Aug 21, 2020 | Canadian Trails Federation
Brie Welton
Aberdeen Columns, North Okanagan.Image Credit: SUBMITTED / Jeremie DyckAugust 20, 2020 - 6:30 AM
While rock climbing has long been a popular pastime, many enthusiasts may not realize how many unique and accessible climbing spots the Okanagan Valley has to offer.
Check out these areas for both a socially distanced adventure and a chance to see stunning local views from a whole new perspective.
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