Join trail advocates, organizations, speakers, builders, use
groups, volunteers, planners and regulators as we discuss, learn and
improve Ontario's Trails!
Mapping Panel -
the best way to assist trail users or trail tourists is through
effective communication. One popular way is through maps. Maps assist in
telling folks the length of a trip. They tell trail users about trail
location, amenities such as accommodation, restaurants, fuel, supplies
camping, etc. that are on or near the trail.
Maps
and map technologies are changing at lightening speed. Google maps, map
integration, handheld maps, topographical maps, mash-ups, waterproof,
gps - all these are new and innovative techniques that communicate the
destination and the experience to the local user or the traveler.
More and more municipalities are producing local maps by activity and trail to assist these out-bound adventurers.
Our mapping panel has brought together some of Canada's and Ontario's
finest map producers for a discussion on their product lines, their
market segments and the new techniques they are bringing to market.
So whether you are a trail user or a trail manager producing maps - you'll want to attend this session!
Special Presenter:
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Tourism development includes trails. Trail packages, trail experiences, trail destinations. One such trip is hiking. Hear about "A 1000-MILE GREAT LAKES WALK"
Please join Trailhead Ontario as we present Author Loreen Niewenhuis
as she talks about her experience circumnavigating, on foot - the
waterfront trails of the Great Lakes! In 2009, Loreen Niewenhuis walked
the perimeter of Lake Michigan and wrote the bestselling book, "A 1000-MILE WALK ON THE BEACH".
In 2012, she took another long journey, covering 1000 miles of
shoreline touching all five Great Lakes. The book about this latest
adventure, "A 1000-MILE GREAT LAKES WALK",explores the entire Great Lakes system.
In this presentation, she will take you along the shores of all five
Great Lakes and many of the waterways connecting them. In words, photos,
and video, you’ll explore the geology, hydrology, and natural history
of the largest system of fresh water lakes in the world. She will also
illuminate the threats to this massive ecosystem: invasive species,
pollution, destruction of wetlands, and the gradual warming of the
lakes.
Niewenhuis speaks with the authority of an expert as she has a M.S.
degree in the biological sciences. She raises important questions about
preserving our wild places and protecting the fragile ecosystems on
which we all depend.
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International
Trail development panel - hear trail association professionals from the
states of Minnesota, Michigan, Ohio and New York as we convene a panel
on cross border trails tourism, promoting the Great Lakes Basin. Hear
how trails are developed, managed and promoted by our counterparts just
across the Ontario/USA Border.
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Local
Initiatives - Kawarthas Northumberland are promoting trails and trails
activity in new and exciting ways. Working with trail groups is the
cornerstone of the RTO8 trails development agenda. Come and hear how
Kawarthas Northumberland is working with Trent University, Fleming and
the Trans Canada Trail on the development of regional initiatives such
as, heritage trails, provincial trails day (June 1st) and a variety of
other seasonal marketing initiatives for trails and trail towns.
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We
would welcome your support, rates are reasonable and it would be great
to have a few provincial trail organization booths at the conference.
Kawarthas Northumberland - Trail Events
Program Snapshot
Trail Risk Management - June 11-12, 2013
This course will provide a comprehensive overview of the elements
associated with managing risks related to trail planning, development
and management.
Topics will include: I  ntroduction and Overview, Developing a Risk Management Framework
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The Canadian and Ontario Legal Systems Negligence and Liability
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The Law and Trails, Insurance and the Transfer of Risk
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Occupational Health and Safety
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Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA)
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HIRA Application on the Trail
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On the Trail Again
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Risk Assessment Assignment to work on at home with guidance from the
instructor.This course will provide a comprehensive overview of the
elements associated with managing risks related to trail planning,
development and management.
Instructor: Matt Cruchet
Matt Cruchet founded Direct Bearing Incorporated as a vehicle to help
organizations navigate risk. Matt’s strengths lie in operational
assessment where he uses his experience in the not-for-profit,
youth-service, adventure travel, natural resources and emergency
planning industries to evaluate and manage risk. Matt is a recognized
outdoor risk management expert, consultant, author and speaker.
Direct Bearing Incorporated has also worked with over 100 other
organizations ranging from youth service groups, camps, natural resource
companies, adventure tourism.
Regional Trail Profile
So
it looks like it's going to be an exciting time in Peterborough - join
us - mark the date June 9-12, 2013 in your calendar NOW!
Hotel Reservations and Event Location
More information? Go to - Trailhead Ontario
Call Patrick at 1-877-668-7245 or
Vanessa Twiddy at 905-373-8752 | www.rto8.com |
Ontario Trails appreciates the support of:
Regional Tourism Organization 8
Ontario Trillium Foundation
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