Trail Openings and EventsFrom MembersCarolinian Canada
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Ontario Parks Association
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Do you need some ideas on how to use new plant material in your container designs?
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Would you like to see how the over 800 rose bushes that were planted in the Landscape Ontario gardens in 2
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012 are surviving?
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Do you just want to get out of the office and enjoy the outdoors, while being educated by industry experts?
If you answered yes to even one of those questions, and heck, even if you didn't, you need to hop in your car on Friday, August 16th and head to the Landscape Ontario offices for the 2013 Trial Gardens Open House. Check out the beautiful gardens, join in on the educational sessions, and then hop in your car again and head over to the Guelph Turfgrass Institute to check out their trial gardens. You can even stop by and say hi to us in the OPA offices while you are at Landscape Ontario!! Woohooo!!! Click here to download a copy of the flyer with full event details. Hope to see you next week!
Simcoe Trails
Norfolk County Trails
Hi Members - an e-mail on Crown Land Management has been c.c.'d to Mark Boerkamp of Norfolk County. Mark is working with Crown Land Managers in Norfolk County and opening trails. Thanks to those who have already responded.
Mark wants to know:
1) how other trail committees manage land issues when putting in trail
2) is there a best practice for having these land managers at a committee - and if so, what are your terms of reference for a Trails Land Management Committee that involves Crown Land Agencies.
Georgian Bay Coast Trail
Sentier Prescott-Russell Trail
Ontario Equestrian Federation
City of Toronto
Hamilton Burlington Trail Council
Conservation Ontario
Camping Tips
Thanks Alain!
Prepare for running in Hot weather!
Ontario Trails Council Talks About Trails
Trail Users, Operators Talk About Us
Hiking
Ontario Trails and Ontario Equestrian Federation launch horse survey
Download the Map App!
Customer Reviews
Amazing!
by klc0718
What a fantastic app! I am always looking for new trails near home and while camping and this will make it so much easier! I love the level of detail... length, difficulty, terrain, photos etc. I've read some negative reviews complaining about the map coverage and the omission of some trails...But I find it quite fine for my needs and there are usually links to the appropriate trail association's website for those requiring a higher level of detail. I think it's a great starting point for when you want to get an idea of what's around you but you don't want to waste several hours doing internet research. And there are many, many trails in Ontario; I'm not surprised if they aren't all included in the very first edition of this app. I'm sure Ontario Trails will be more than happy to include any missed trails that people bring to their attention. Personally, though, I find the current listings to be quite comprehensive. Great work Ontario Trails!
Super app
by szturmowka
I was waiting for something like that for long time I am big fan of hiking
Spartan Race -Do you have the Trail?
About Spartan Race:
We do 5+k, 12+k and 20+k obstacle course races throughout eastern Canada each year during the months of May, June and July. This season our events were hosted at Hardwood Bike and Ski. They are currently seeking a new venue for the 2014 race season.
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5+k events typically host 5-7,000 racers and 2-3,000 spectators per day and are 2 day events (Saturday, Sunday)
Basic information on venue requirements:
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Within 1 - 1.5 hours of GTA
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Elevational changes (we have done events at multiple ski locations)
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Wooded areas
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Sufficient open space for location of our "village" and several of the obstacles (although most obstacles are placed along the course)
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Water - lake, river, stream is highly desirable but not mandatory
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Electric connection near the village area is highly desirable but not mandatory
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Access to sufficient parking (onsite is desirable, but remote is acceptable).
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Parking for 5-7000 racers
If you have the trails and the site - give me a call! Patrick 613-396-3226
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Trail Questions
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) Capital Funding for Trails - Please take a minute to complete the capital funding section of our survey. A s many communities head into the budget cycle other communities want to get an idea of the relative and comparative amounts communities of similar size are investing in their trails. Please go to:
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QUESTION:
Does your forest landbase ever get land transferred to it through someone’s estate? If so,
1. How do you get the word out about transferring land over?
2. What kind of process is involved? Do you have a contract that outlines how the land will be managed, any disclaimers, etc?
3. How often does this happen?
Linda Touzin, R.P.F. District Forester Tel: 613-258-8268 Fax: 613-258-3920 Email: linda.touzin@ontario.ca
Trails Education - Select a Program!
We have updated the program and our 14 module program is here for the using. If you have staff to train, trails to manage or want a session in your area on a particular topic let us know. We'll coordinate a session or series on your behalf.
Performance Measures - Trail Counts!
Low maintenance - Using weatherproof decals our methods allow users to quickly and easily provide you with information you need to assess, improve, direct, re-direct, or provide information to the user - while on the trail. Our proprietary method has been developed by over 140 trail users and with the input of The City of Thunder Bay and Norfolk County Trail Managers.
Packages - OTC Member? - Take $25.00 off each package!
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Blue - 4-10 trails: $300.00 plus HST and registration fees
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Maximum 20 sheets of decals
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Green - 10-20 trails: $500.00 plus HST and registration fees
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Maximum 40 sheets of decals
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Gold - 20 or more trails: Starting at $1,000 plus HST and registration fees