Trail Wise - January 12, 2026 Trail News and Events from all over Ontario and Canada.

 

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ONTARIO TRAILS COUNCIL NEWSLETTER - January 12, 2026 • National Trail Conference Go Fund Us - Send 10 Ontario Reps to Winnipeg! • • Winter Activity on Ontario Trails • Trail Projects • Updates • Member Services • Ontario Trails Council is a charity, led by a volunteer board of directors, that promotes the use, management, development, and preservation of trails and trail-based activities in Ontario.  Please consider supporting us through a donation or a membership. Thanks.   ONTARIO TRAILS NEWS   Go Fund Us You can Help send 10 Ontario Trails Leaders to the National Trail Summit Ontario Trails Council is revitalizing our partnership with the Trans Canada Trail. Recent talks have gone exceedingly well between the OTC Board and leadership of the TCT. We thank the TCT for the opportunity to support our presence at the national event. Unfortunately due to a lack of resources we missed the World Trail Conference 2 years ago. We wish to have a presence in Winnipeg in support of those OTC members that Support the Trans Canada Trail in their communities. With your help we can help shape a better future for trails in Canada. Please donate to get us there. Thank you.   Hike Haliburton celebrates winter with a weekend of outdoor adventure on February 7 and 8 kawarthaNOW Established in 2020 to complement Canada's largest free fall hiking ... While it's not a guided hike, ice racing is an adrenaline-packed outdoor ...   Former councillor hails new La Vase River trail as tourism gold mine - BayToday.ca BayToday.ca ... tourists and locals alike into the heart of northern Ontario history. Local outdoor enthusiasts will have a new trail to explore this spring...the ...   This Ontario bike club has spent $250000 building trails and they're not done yet Canadian Cycling Magazine Those rides turned into a trail club, incorporated in 2022, with a big goal: find land, get permission and build something sanctioned. A council vote ...   New bike park on Manitoulin Island to be highlighted at Toronto show - My Espanola Now My Espanola Now ... mountain bikers. She says the park will also include a climbing trail and a pump track in the base area. Mielonen adds the grand opening is set ...   South Algonquin Equestrian Campsites - ToDoOntario ToDoOntario South Algonquin Equestrian Campsites. ToDoOntario - front entrance at South Algonquin Equestrian Trails ... Tourism · Ottawa & Countryside Regional ...   One of Ontario's 'prettiest towns' is this little German village with quaint streets and shops - Narcity Narcity ... hiking trails. See on Instagram. Neustadt is surrounded by other cozy small towns such as Walkerton, Hanover, and Flesherton, so you can make a day ...   Ont. funds Timmins trail upgrade, local businesses with $1.3M from NOHFC - CTV News CTV News The Mattagami Conservation Authority receives $130000 to repair the Rotary Trail ... The Northern Ontario Heritage Fund is providing more than ...   Englehart Nordic celebrates grand opening of new chalet | Spare News | pentictonherald.ca Penticton Herald The cross-country ski facility is located at Kap-Kig-Iwan Provincial Park with several ski trails of varying lengths from one kilometre (km) to 4.7 km ...   All local snowmobile trails remain closed at this time | FM101 Orangeville Today FM101 Orangeville Today Dufferin OPP are advising snowmobile enthusiasts that all local snowmobile trails ... snow may constitute mischief under the Criminal Code of Canada.   Torch-lit trail at Ontario provincial park open for just two more weekends - blogTO blogTO ... Toronto. Now in its second year, the Fire and Stars hike offers guests the option of a self-guided walk ... walks start promptly at 7:00 p.m. on ...   Sauble Beach Winterfest offers food, games and fun Jan. 16-17 - PressReader PressReader Meanwhile, admission will be free on the Winterfest Saturday to the Sauble Beach Cross Country Ski and Snowshoe Club's trails just north of Sauble ...   Top Ontario winter festival offers up free activities - CTV News CTV News The event marks the start of Hello Winter, a celebration of Barrie's winter spirit offering outdoor, arts, culture and community events throughout the ...   Stittsville dining – Stittsville Main Street edition Stittsville Central During summer months, Ritual On Main is the perfect place to stop after biking on the Trans Canada Trail for a cold drink or some ice cream.   This Ontario countryside village feels like a real-life snow globe in the winter - Streets Of Toronto Streets Of Toronto While you snowshoe, you can see dazzling lights illuminating the trail. Ice rinks, ski, snowshoe, and kick sled rentals are also available! Albion ...   Your guide to Ontario's top ice-skating trails - Niagara This Week Niagara This Week If you're looking for some winter-friendly recreation in Ontario, why not lace up the skates on an outdoor rink or trail? ... events. The area comes ...     A beginners' guide to cross-country skiing in Ottawa Ottawa Citizen What you need to know to hit the urban cross-country ski trails in Ottawa. ... Canada in four Olympic Games, initially as a cross-country ski racer.   Skiers taking full advantage of capital region's cold, snowy weather - CTV News CTV News ... cross-country skiing trails ranging from flat to hilly with vertical drops. ... Canada · China's robot sports craze could eventually put humanoids ... Simple trick walkers in Canada and Norway 'swear by' to avoid slipping on ice Manchester Evening News ... hikes on marked trails. Ad. The Honyao Crampons are a 'must-have' for ...   The tallest tree in Ontario is located in this small town - Curiocity Curiocity To access the tree, you must embark on a trail. “The trail system consists of three main trails throughout the property: White Pine Loop, which passes ...   One of Ontario's longest suspension bridges has insane winter views - Curiocity Curiocity First up, embarking on the 1 km snowshoe hike to get to the bridge. There are equipment rentals available, with the trail described as moderate in ...   The Ontario Trails Council works with Intact Public Entities on trail risk management   Ontario Trails Council: Member Profiles! We survive on memberships. We have new rates. We wish to thank the following groups who recently either renewed their membership or who joined for the first time! THANK-YOU. Re-up here   Renewal - City of Peterborough - Thank-you! Discover the natural beauty of Peterborough along the City's trails and active routes. Whether you're looking for a peaceful stroll along scenic waterfront pathways, a trail that links into hundred of kilometres of cycling in neighbouring communities in Central Ontario, or a chance to connect with nature, there is something for everyone. Trails are a great spot to explore the outdoors and get moving in all four seasons. Trails and Bikeways Parks and Trails   Renewal - Brant County - Thank-you! The County of Brant trail system runs through the Grand River Valley, the largest watershed in southern Ontario, and includes one of the most beautiful and conveniently connected trail systems winding through the only tract of Carolinian Forest found in Canada. On this page: Cycling Routes Local Trails  Regional Trails Trail Maintenance  Outdoor Adventure Map  Payment Methods: or call with your credit card. 613-484-1140 Thanks!