Ontario Trails News - An Update from Ontario Trails 6142018

Trail Risk Management - June 14, 2018. in Partnership with Ontario Heritage Trust Thanks to the supporters that made this event possible: Haldimand County, Bruce Trail, The Frank Cowan Company, Credit Valley Conservation, Lake Simcoe Region Conservation, Toronto Region Conservation Authority, City of Thorold, Town of Gravenhurst, McMaster University, City of Hamilton, Northumberland Forest, Ontario Access Coalition, Brock University, and our Host - The Ontario Heritage Trust. Pick your way to tell Ontario about how you use trails! This spring, summer, and fall get outdoors on a conservation trail! The Ontario Trails Council supports the public use of this important Conservation Ontario program! Knowing your trails, and on which lands, and then cataloging them as assets - allows you to plan for growth! - Ontario Trails We have completed our Towards a National Trails Policy document. If you would like a copy e-mail Candian Trails President, Patrick Connor at execdir@ontariotrails.ca and we'll send you a copy! Register for Trails Planning Professional Certificate from Ontario Trails. Click the image for more information. Swim, bike, run. Use a suitable trail - find your favourite at ontariotrailsmap.com

NEW - Join Ontario Trails by processing your membership online.  LOOK FOR THE FINDJOO BADGE!   We want to thank the following organizations who recently renewed their Ontario Trails Membership -  Grand River Conservation Authority, City of Toronto, Friends of Glengarry Trails Association, Town of Caledon. Thank-you for your continued support. Thanks to Casque Isle Trail for their promotion of hiking and the great mugs! Hey after that bbq, why not work it off with a trail activity? ontariotrails.ca Get your Simcoe County Paddling Guide Today! We always have room for your trails event - be sure to add it to our online listings! We recommend this assessment. While you're at it, use us to assess your trails. Download a copy of our proposal to host a Trailhead Trails Education Symposium in your community. Download Here

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Trailhead Toronto - Nov. 24th, Ontario Heritage Centre!

Trailhead Toronto underway. Thanks to Carolyn Woodland and Michael Bender from TRCA for starting us off!


Karen Sun Natural Environmental Planner with City of Toronto talking trail management in the City. Thanks Karen!


Alexandra Brodka speaking on behalf of Hamilton Burlington Trails Committee on the metrics of Hbtc trail use from 18000 uses equal # of dogs and children! what does that mean?


Wendy Strickland speaking on the Chorely Park trail issues and the issues with accessibility in ravines and neighbourhoods


Just want to thank Nekeisha Mohammed for joining us and speaking to the Conservation Ontario Healthy Hike Program! thank you!


Jason Diceman with Wendy Strickland talking about community consultations and AODA processes to make for full community participation thanks for participating!


Thanks to ADM Steve Harlow for supporting Trailhead Toronto by attending and speaking with us today about the trails strategy, trails legislation, the Ontario Trails Coordinating role and the value of the OTC relationship with government and the Ministries trail processes. Thanks!


Mark Schmidt from Parks Canada a world leading expert on frontier spaces and wilderness adventures via national parks trails, speaking at Trailhead Toronto. Thanks Mark!

Many thanks to all the presenters, including Joey Schwartz and Janette Harvey from Toronto Bicycling Network and the City of Toronto, Thanks to Terri LeRoux for attending and giving up her speaking spot in deference to time, as well as to Ontario Heritage Centre for a great venue and super staff service. 

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Ontario Trails - We Keep Adding Events!!

On a regular basis the trail community sends us more trail events to add to our website! 

Add yours today. 

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Trail Events preparing for Winter - a short sample of 100's - Cross Country!

See the Map - Search Cross Country!

Cross Country Skiing
Cross Country Skiing The perfect winter workout Nordic, or cross-country skiing is popular with all age groups in Ontario, and no wonder. We have thousands of kilometres of trails, many of them groomed to perfection for the...
Port Elgin Cross-Country Ski Trail
Port Elgin Cross-Country Ski Trail Beiner's Cross Country Ski Trails are relatively flat and wind through scenic cedar woods. The 3 trails located here are easily accessible and perfect for beginners and families. They are...
Scarborough Cross Country Ski Club - Trail Events
This season, the Scarborough Cross Country Ski Club has scheduled a full winter of Nordic Skiing Activity for its members. There will be 10 buses to various locations in Southern Ontario. While we try to follow our schedule,...
Himsworth Cross-Country Ski Club Trails
Himsworth Cross-Country Ski Club Trails The Himsworth South Cross-Country Ski Trails are located on privately owned land in Himsworth South Township. Approximately 8 km of groomed trails traverse a variety of scenic countryside from...
Hearst Cross-Country Ski Trails
...can learn classic and skating techniques. Information: Lucie Levesque (705) 362-8986 Ski Rentals Cross Country skiing equipment is now available for youths and adults at the club's main chalet. Ski rental center is...
Cross-Country Skiing Trails
Cross-Country Skiing Trails Cross-country skiing on groomed trails, ice fishing, snowshoeing and winter camping are popular winter activities. More than 40 km of groomed cross-country ski trails start and finish at the same parking...
Trakkers Cross Country Ski Club - Weekend Trips - Highlands Nordic Farmhouse
Highlands Nordic Farmhouse Prices are from $30 to $40 per person for 2 nights. The Farmhouse is up in the Collingwood area. It’s also directly connected to the Highlands Nordic ski centre, so you can walk out the door to go skiing...
Nakkertok Cross Country Ski Club - Racing
...university, provincial and national level. This has been accomplished by creating a program, based on the Cross Country Canada (CCC) Athlete Development Model, that provides a set of training activities in a periodized calendar,...
Mount Pakenham Cross Country Skiing
With 20 km of scenic trails, Mount Pakenham has something for everyone; just a short drive from Ottawa. Pick up a trail map at the front counter when you purchase your trail pass. Snowshoers please keep to one side (off the track...
Albion Hills Cross-Country
... for location and directions! Kortright Centre for Conservation 9550 Pine Valley Drive in the City of Vaughan Cross country ski the natural way on 5 kilometres of ungroomed trails: Enjoy a snack and hot drink at our café, a great...
Cross Country Ski at Quiet Lodge
Event: Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoeing at Quiet Bay Log Motel and Café Price: $95.00 Duration: 1 day, 1 night Description: Snap into your skis and glide along the Trans Canada Trail and Discovery Trail systems right at our back...
Trakkers Cross Country Ski Club - Weekend Trips - Algonquin Eco-Lodge
Algonquin Eco-Lodge - February 21-23, 2014 Prices are $260 per person for 2 nights including tax, gratuity and all meals (from dinner on first day to lunch on the last day)! The Guests just need to bring their own sleeping bag and...
Cross Country Ski Instruction
Cross Country Ski Instruction When:   10:30am – 12:30pm. Every Thursday Where:Frost Centre 20130 Hwy 35 (map) Description -Cross country ski instruction for beginners or to refresh your skills with instructor Joleen Thomas at the...
Onaping - Windy Lake Cross Country Ski Trails
Onaping - Windy Lake Cross Country Ski Trails The Onaping Falls Nordic Ski Club maintains two trail sites, one at Windy Lake Provincial Park and the other in Dowling. The main trail system is located at Windy Lake Provincial Park, a...

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From some of our friends
Manitouwaning Trail from Jackie W!


Toronto Trail south of Rosedale Club Entrance from John T!

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Ontario Trails - We Keep Adding Trails!!

On a regular basis the trail community sends us more trail events to add to our website! 

Add yours today. 

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100 Waterfalls Trail

Discover natural beauty in The Waterfall Capital of the World. With over one hundred waterfalls just minutes from the down-town core, Hamilton is believed to have the highest number of waterfalls of any urban area of its size. Less than one-hour from Toronto and Niagara Falls, Hamilton is the place for any waterfall adventure.

Visiting Hamilton’s Waterfalls

The types of waterfalls located in and around Hamilton vary by location. From cascade to plunge, staircase to ledge, you’ll find the type of waterfall you are looking for in Hamilton. For images and descriptions of some of Hamilton’s waterfalls visit http://www.waterfalls.hamilton.ca/

Getting to Hamilton’s Waterfalls

Most of the waterfalls in Hamilton are situated on the Niagara escarpment (a UNESCO world biosphere site) in and along the Bruce Trail and can require anywhere from minimal walking to a long distance hike to access. Because the waterfalls are situated beside steep drops and difficult to access locations it is important to stick to marked paths and viewing areas. For information on how to safely access Hamilton’s waterfalls by bus or car as well as park visit http://www.waterfalls.hamilton.ca/

http://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/trails/view/100%20Waterfalls%20Trail%20-%20Hamilton%20Halton%20Brant

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Lake Superior Circle Tour Trail

Ontario is a Province of Canada located in the east-central part of Canada and is the largest Provine by population
and the second largest after Quebec by geography. The province is named after Lake Ontario, which is thought to have been derived from Ontarí:io, a Huron (Wyandot) word meaning "great lake", or possibly skanadario which means "beautiful water" in the Iroquoian languages. Ontario contains about 250,000 freshwater lakes. Lake Superior is the largest Great Lake which reaches from Thunder Bay in the West to Sault Ste. Marie in the East.

Here are some resources to help you plan your travels to Ontario & Canada:

• Planning Your Visit
• Ontario Driving Maps
• Border Crossing Information
• North of Superior Tourism Association

The North Shore of Lake Superior is truly breath-taking and home to fantastic communities, outdoor adventure and of course one of the best scenic drives in all of Canada!

http://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/trails/view/lake%20superior%20circle%20trail

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187 People want the Prescott-Russell Rail Trail saved!

SIGN OUR PETITION TO SAVE THE TRAIL! COUNCIL MEETS IN OCTOBER SIGN SOON!

Save the Prescott Russell Trail. Many people use and love this trail.

The trail is 72 kilometers long and it runs through 8 townships and many towns in eastern Ontario.

The Prescott-Russell Rail Trail is the only outdoor recreational facility of its type in the area. The trail enables healthy hiking, active walking, dog walking, safe cycling off-road and winter snowmobiling.

Suddenly and without notice there is discussion of closing the trail. Many people love and rely on the Prescott-Russell Rail Trail. This trail is beautiful and a main corridor of travel and recreation for many people.

There have been no trespass complaints from landowners. Many local community members have fought for this trail and regularly work to maintain it.

The Ontario Trails Council asks you to sign this petition because we do not believe leaders fully understand the benefits of the Prescott-Russell Rail Trail to people's health, to tourism and to the environment.

Watch a video about this trail

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Trailhead Toronto Program - REGISTER HERE

Join us November 24th, Ontario Heritage Centre, 8 Adelaide St. in Toronto for Trailhead Toronto - a discussion about Toronto Trails by the people that build, design, find and use Toronto Trails!

Learn more at trailheadtoronto.com

Register at: Trailhead Toronto

Thursday		Presenters
8:00 – 8:45AM	Registration
8:45 – 9:30AM	Opening Remarks	Jack De Wit, President, Ontario Trails; Minister Eleanor McMahon MTCS*
9:30-10:00AM	Implementing Standardized Trails Classification	Mark Schmidt,Parks Trails Analyst, Parks Canada Visitor Experience Branch
10:00-10:30AM	Developing Natural Environment Trails	Karen Sun, Natural Environment Specialist (Acting) Toronto Parks and Forestry
10:30-10:45AM	Break
10:45-11:30AM	Implementing Effective Wayfinding Signage	Janette Harvey, Natural Environment Specialist, Urban Forestry, City of Toronto
11:30 – 12:15PM	Implementing Accessibility Guidelines – City of Toronto	Karen Strickland, Community Accessibility Programs, City of Toronto
12:15-1:00 PM
1:00 – 1:30PM	First Nations and Trail Signage	Larry Frost, Executive Director, Native Cultural Centre of Toronto
1:30-2:00PM	Justifying Trails in an Urban Environment – GHTA Experiences	Wayne Terryberry, Director, University of McMaster Recreation
2:00-2:30PM	The Ontario Trails Act and the Ontario Trails Strategy Implementation Plan	Steve Harlow, Assistant Deputy Minister, Ministry of Tourism Culture and Sport
2:30-2:45PM	Break
2:45-3:15PM	Toronto Region Conservation Trail Development	Mike Bender, Director Master Planning and Greenspace Conservation Manager, Rouge Park TRCA with Carolyn Woodland OALA, FCSLA, MCIP, RPP; Senior Director, Planning, Greenspace and Communications for the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA)
3:15-3:45PM	Mood Walks and Healthy Hikes	Nekeisha Mohamed, Communications Officer Conservation Ontario with Terri LeRoux, Director Credit Valley Conservation Foundation
3:45-4:15PM	Active Transportation and Trails in the City	Joey Schwartz, Advocacy Director, Toronto Bicycling Network
4:15-4:45PM	Toronto Trails Committee	Patrick Connor, Executive Director Ontario Trails
4:45 – 5:15PM	Thanks

 As at 27/10/2016 subject to change and availability. *invited

 

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Trails Tourism Integration Strategy Meetings Planned

A total of 15 meetings are being held with RTO's, DMO's and other partners as Ontario Trails works to develop an RTO Trails Tourism Action Plan for release in spring 2017.

We have been in touch with each RTO and our calendar of dates includes:
 

Location	Date
Stratford RTO4	October 31st
Niagara Falls RTO2	December 6th
Newmarket RTO6	November 29th
Kingston RTO9	November 1st
Hamilton RTO3	November 3rd
Collingwood RTO7	TBA
Peterborough RTO8	November 9th
Renfrew RTO11	November 10th

Sudbury RTO12&13	November 13-16th
London RTO1	November 18th
Toronto	November 24th

 During each session we will discuss:

• Current RTO+DMO Tourism Strategies
• Current Outdoor Activity Marketing
• Existing Trail Inventory
• Identify Gaps
• Consolidate Events
• Review Ontariotrails.ca Trails Marketing
• New Content Initiatives
• Share Data and Data Gathering Processes
• Review TTIP Action Plan Outlines
• Define Next Steps

For more information contact Patrick Connor at 613-484-1140
Locations to be announced.

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Cycling Consultations Announced

A total of eight (8) workshop sessions will be held throughout the province of Ontario.

Representatives from the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport and other other areas of government will participate where possible to ensure we continue to build on synergies with the Ontario Trails Strategy and other important work, including regional transportation planning initiatives. The following table provides preliminary information on the regional workshop sessions.
 

Location	Date
Kingston	November 1st
Ottawa	November 2nd
Thunder Bay	November 7th
Sault Ste. Marie	November 8th
Toronto	November 10th
Orillia	November 16th
London	November 18th
North Bay	November 24th

Each of the meetings will be held between 12:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. We ask that you select the date and location most applicable to your work / interests. This invitation will be followed by a set of meeting notifications containing more detailed information. We ask that you select and accept the meeting that is most appropriate to you. You should expect to receive the meeting notifications in mid-October.

E-mail - MTOCyclingNetwork@mmm.ca

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Ontario Trails - We Keep Adding Events!!

On a regular basis the trail community sends us more trail events to add to our website! Add yours today. 

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Trail Events preparing for Winter - a short sample of 100's

Credit Valley Conservation - Snowshoeing
Snowshoeing Snowshoeing is one of the oldest modes of transportation. Whether you have you’re just starting or looking for new places to explore, the Credit Valley Watershed has many trails to offer. Terra Cotta Conservation Area...
Snowshoeing & Backcountry
Snowshoeing & Backcountry If you can walk, you can snowshoe It's not surprising that snowshoeing has been gaining in popularity in Ontario. It takes minimal equipment, it's easy to learn for the whole family and it delivers an...
Winter Snowshoeing at Bristlecone Lodge
On Site - included in our rates: Swimming, 350 ft. sand beach - clean clear water and sand Canoes, Kayaks, Pedal boats Spectacular sunsets west across the Bay Canoe trips, Bonfire nights (July & August) Boat Docking space Warm Summer...
Algonquin Highlands Snowshoeing Hikes
Experience a winter wonderland of rugged Canadian Shield, majestic hardwood forests, old growth white pine, hemlock and yellow birch. Ski or snowshoe to cliff-top lookouts and spectacular ice falls.   Catch a glimpse of wildlife such as...
Snowshoeing 101
Name of Event: Snowshoeing 101 Event Organizer:Credit Valley Conservation Description of Event:Learn the basics of snowshoeing while enjoying the beautiful winter scenery of Terra Cotta Conservation Area. This program is intended for...
Cooper Lake Snowshoeing
Hiking, back country camping, canoeing, snow shoeing, cross country skiing and golfing with minutes to six fabulous golf courses including Bigwin Island Golf Course, Club Links Grandview & Deerhurst Highlands. Occupancy 1- 4 persons....
Winter Getaway - Snowshoeing
 Are you looking for Northeast Ontario Cottage Rentals? All five of our fully-equipped housekeeping Cottages in Northeast Canada face the lake and have a wonderful waterfront view overlooking 870 feet of shoreline and sandy beach area....
Skiing and Snowshoeing in the Blue Mountains
Skiing and snowshoeing is available on many trails in the Blue Mountains throughout the winter. Current conditions are excellent. For locations, daily snow conditions report and weather visit...
Cedar Grove Snowshoeing
Winter at Cedar Grove can be a time of unlimited activity, or a time of relaxation. Listed below are some of the activities winter can bring at Cedar Grove. We have a selection of the following winter equipment that you can borrow free...
Horseshoe Valley Snowshoeing
Choose Horseshoe Resort for your next vacation in Ontario and take advantage of the Copeland Forest and Horseshoe Resort. Suited for both the beginner looking for a scenic tail to advanced hiker looking for a challenging climb, you can...
Frontenac Provincial Park Snowshoeing
Although the entire park's network of hiking trails are available to visitors throughout the winter, most snowshoers and hikers enjoy the moderate 3 km Doe Lake Loop and easy 1.5 km Arab Lake Gorge Loop. For an all day adventure, try the...
Hike the Ganaraska - Snowshoeing
The nine member clubs of the Association maintain the 500 kilometre long Ganaraska Hiking Trail from Port Hope on Lake Ontario to the Bruce Trail near Collingwood, with side trails to Wasaga Beach and Midland. The Association is run by a...
Snowshoe Smart
In the winter, Ontario offers countless trails through boundless landscapes for snowshoe enthusiasts. Whether you’re out for a casual trek in the woods or an overnight backpack trip, Ontario's snowy forests and trails are the place to...

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Wild Rock Trail Tourism Event November 6
 

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From some of our friends


Thanks MJ Ellis

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Ontario Trails - We Keep Adding Trails!!

On a regular basis the trail community sends us more trail events to add to our website! Add yours today. 

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The Hydrocut - Waterloo

The Hydrocut provides an unmatched mountain bike riding experience in Ontario.

The 25 kilometers of uninterrupted, pure flowing singletrack paths were created and continue to be regularly maintained entirely by the hard work of volunteers, year after year since the 1998.

The trails have become the favourite playground for local residents and visitors from afar. View the hydrocut site or Igor's blog for more information - http://thehydrocut.ca/
http://hydrocut.ca/author/igordragoslavic/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qGy6vAejfc8

http://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/trails/view/the-hydrocut-waterloo

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Beaten Path Nordic Trail - Atikokan



Located just minutes south of the townsite of Atikokan are more than 50 km of diversified trails. Quality groomed skate lanes and track-set classic trails provide skiers a variety of opportunities to experience wilderness surroundings on safe challenging trails in any weather conditions.

Tour through the Beaten Path Nordic Trails;  make Atikokan a destination during your winter season.Beaten Path Nordic Trails is an active cross country ski club in the Atikokan area.  With the help of many members and volunteers, The Beaten Path have developed some of the best cross-country trails in Ontario.

http://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/trails/view/mocassin-trail-park

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Mocassin Park Trail - Toronto

A 15 hectare park at Lawrence Avenue East and the Don Valley Parkway featuring walking paths through a naturalized ravine forest.

The path passes eastward under the Don Valley Parkway to additional parkland.

Following the path through a second underpass beneath the Canadian National Railway line you will find yourself on the banks of the East branch of the Don River in the Charles Sauriol Conservation Area.

http://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/trails/view/mocassin-trail-park

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166 People want the Prescott-Russell Rail Trail saved!

SIGN OUR PETITION TO SAVE THE TRAIL! COUNCIL MEETS IN OCTOBER SIGN SOON!

Save the Prescott Russell Trail. Many people use and love this trail.

The trail is 72 kilometers long and it runs through 8 townships and many towns in eastern Ontario.

The Prescott-Russell Rail Trail is the only outdoor recreational facility of its type in the area. The trail enables healthy hiking, active walking, dog walking, safe cycling off-road and winter snowmobiling.

Suddenly and without notice there is discussion of closing the trail. Many people love and rely on the Prescott-Russell Rail Trail. This trail is beautiful and a main corridor of travel and recreation for many people.

There have been no trespass complaints from landowners. Many local community members have fought for this trail and regularly work to maintain it.

The Ontario Trails Council asks you to sign this petition because we do not believe leaders fully understand the benefits of the Prescott-Russell Rail Trail to people's health, to tourism and to the environment.

Watch a video about this trail

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Trailhead Toronto Program

Join us November 24th, Ontario Heritage Centre, 8 Adelaide St. in Toronto for Trailhead Toronto - a discussion about Toronto Trails by the people that build, design, find and use Toronto Trails!
Learn more at trailheadtoronto.com
Register at: Trailhead Toronto

Thursday		Presenters
8:00 – 8:45AM	Registration
8:45 – 9:30AM	Opening Remarks	Jack De Wit, President, Ontario Trails; Minister Eleanor McMahon MTCS*
9:30-10:00AM	Implementing Standardized Trails Classification	Mark Schmidt,Parks Trails Analyst, Parks Canada Visitor Experience Branch
10:00-10:30AM	Developing Natural Environment Trails	Karen Sun, Natural Environment Specialist (Acting) Toronto Parks and Forestry
10:30-10:45AM	Break
10:45-11:30AM	Implementing Effective Wayfinding Signage	Janette Harvey, Natural Environment Specialist, Urban Forestry, City of Toronto
11:30 – 12:15PM	Implementing Accessibility Guidelines – City of Toronto	Karen Strickland, Community Accessibility Programs, City of Toronto
12:15-1:00 PM
1:00 – 1:30PM	First Nations and Trail Signage	Larry Frost, Executive Director, Native Cultural Centre of Toronto
1:30-2:00PM	Justifying Trails in an Urban Environment – GHTA Experiences	Wayne Terryberry, Director, University of McMaster Recreation
2:00-2:30PM	The Ontario Trails Act and the Ontario Trails Strategy Implementation Plan	Steve Harlow, Assistant Deputy Minister, Ministry of Tourism Culture and Sport
2:30-2:45PM	Break
2:45-3:15PM	Toronto Region Conservation Trail Development	Mike Bender, Director Master Planning and Greenspace Conservation Manager, Rouge Park TRCA
3:15-3:45PM	Mood Walks and Healthy Hikes	Nekeisha Mohamed, Communications Officer Conservation Ontario with Terri LeRoux, Director Credit Valley Conservation Foundation
3:45-4:15PM	Active Transportation and Trails in the City	Joey Schwartz, Advocacy Director, Toronto Bicycling Network
4:15-4:45PM	Toronto Trails Committee	Patrick Connor, Executive Director Ontario Trails
4:45 – 5:15PM	Thanks

 As at 27/10/2016 subject to change and availability. *invited

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Find Your Healthy Hike

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Trails Tourism Integration Strategy Meetings Planned

A total of 15 meetings are being held with RTO's, DMO's and other partners as Ontario Trails works to develop an RTO Trails Tourism Action Plan for release in spring 2017.

We have been in touch with each RTO and our calendar of dates includes:
 

Location	Date
Stratford RTO4	October 31st
Niagara Falls RTO2	December 6th
Newmarket RTO6	November 29th
Kingston RTO9	November 1st
Hamilton RTO3	November 3rd
Collingwood RTO7	TBA
Peterborough RTO8	November 9th
Renfrew RTO11	November 10th

Sudbury RTO12&13	November 13-16th
London RTO1	November 18th
Toronto	November 24th

 During each session we will discuss:

• Current RTO+DMO Tourism Strategies
• Current Outdoor Activity Marketing
• Existing Trail Inventory
• Identify Gaps
• Consolidate Events
• Review Ontariotrails.ca Trails Marketing
• New Content Initiatives
• Share Data and Data Gathering Processes
• Review TTIP Action Plan Outlines
• Define Next Steps

For more information contact Patrick Connor at 613-484-1140
Locations to be announced.

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Cycling Consultations Announced

A total of eight (8) workshop sessions will be held throughout the province of Ontario.

Representatives from the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport and other other areas of government will participate where possible to ensure we continue to build on synergies with the Ontario Trails Strategy and other important work, including regional transportation planning initiatives. The following table provides preliminary information on the regional workshop sessions.
 

Location	Date
Kingston	November 1st
Ottawa	November 2nd
Thunder Bay	November 7th
Sault Ste. Marie	November 8th
Toronto	November 10th
Orillia	November 16th
London	November 18th
North Bay	November 24th

Each of the meetings will be held between 12:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. We ask that you select the date and location most applicable to your work / interests. This invitation will be followed by a set of meeting notifications containing more detailed information. We ask that you select and accept the meeting that is most appropriate to you. You should expect to receive the meeting notifications in mid-October.

E-mail - MTOCyclingNetwork@mmm.ca