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RENEWAL - Township of Cavan-Monaghan - Thank - you!
The Township of Cavan Monaghan has a number of parks and playgrounds throughout the Township.
All parks, parkland and trails, with the exception of Whitfield Landing shall be considered non-operational from Thanksgiving Monday of each year, until the Friday prior to Victoria Day of each subsequent year. Whitfield Landing will be considered non-operational from the Monday following the 3rd weekend in November, each year to the Friday prior to Victoria Day each subsequent year.
During these periods, the Township of Cavan Monaghan will perform no maintenance and only complete minimal inspections. Parks, parkland and trails will have signs erected indicating open season and clearly stating that there is no maintenance when closed. This measure must be taken to protect the safety of persons using park facilities and equipment during a time when environmental conditions may promote or increase the potential for personal injury.
Payment Methods:
or call 613-484-1140 to Pay by Credit Card. Thank-you!
CANADIAN TRAIL NEWS
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| Canada Strong Pass set to return this summer - PressReader PressReader Weekends at the lake, hiking on trails, festivals, picnics, barbecues and more. If you're looking to check out some Canadian attractions, you need ... |
| The Cabot Trail Is One of the Best Drives in North America - Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure The Cabot Trail is known for its access to hiking trails that ... 15 Best National Parks in Canada. |
| Canada's national parks that steal your heart - MSN MSN Whether you're chasing wildlife, hiking alpine trails, or stargazing under pristine skies, these parks invite you to slow down and savor the land. |
| New federal nature strategy heavy on economy, light on biodiversity | Wilderness Committee Wilderness Committee The organization says the Carney government is reframing conservation as another market issue instead of focusing on meeting Canada's commitments ... |
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| Government of Yukon funds 13 community-based projects across the territory Yukon.ca ... Yukon Society website. Biathlon Yukon received $56,471 to widen Biathlon Yukon's existing trails to meet international standards. This project ... |
| A New Sled Dog Race in the Yukon Tries to Save a Fading Sport | The Walrus The Walrus PHOTOGRAPHY BY MICHAEL COLE ... Aerial photo of a dog sled team running along a snowy path through snow-covered. On a negative-thirty-five-degree ... |
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ONTARIO TRAILS EDUCATION
| Know Your Locals: Learn to paddle on Little Lake this summer with new programs led by ... kawarthaNOW All of this and more is what they will find through the youth sprint camps led by the Peterborough Canoe & Kayak Club — and there are programs for ... |
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Trails Risk Management - Level 3 Presented in Partnership with Ontario Trails Council
This in-person training course combines classroom discussion with on the ground trail assessment exercises and evaluation of existing trail risk factors and requirements. Risk assessment for multi use or activity optimized trail networks is the core process that identifies risk management needs. This applied training prepares participants as trail inspectors and risk assessors. This is the third training in the trail risk management progression.
The on-the-ground training covers:
This in-person training is taught by Jeff Jackson, Ph.D., a recognized expert in trail risk management and long-time facilitator of the OTC’s risk management training. His experience ranges from provincial level trail policy development, expert opinion in trail-based legal proceedings, publishing a number of risk management chapters in trail related publications, and work as a risk consultant, trail builder and manager in both winter and summer.
Participants are to bring footwear, rain jacket and water bottle, plus their existing inspection forms or inspection documentation.
Pre-requisite: OPA’s Trail Risk Management – level 1 & 2 online webinar
NOTE: this 16 hour training course is delivered in-person, in class and outdoors.
Course Date: June 22, 23, 2026
Course Time: 8:00am-4:00pm
Course Location: Jack Burger Sports Complex 60 Highland Dr, Port Hope On. L1A 3Z7
This course is being delivered in partnership with Ontario Trails Council and counts as 1 credit towards your Parks Practitioner Designation.
Please register online, an invoice will be sent to you within 24hrs of registering. Payment can then be made online through the invoice you will receive or via cheque (made payable to Ontario Parks Association).
- 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (EDT)
- Location - Jack Burger Sports Complex 60 Highland Dr, Port Hope On.
- Trail inspection and risk assessment process and procedures
- Risk assessment tied to trail management objectives
- Objective versus subjective assessment criteria
- Inspection forms and documentation
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Ontario Trails - Confederation College On-Line Learning
New Partnership Announcement OTC and the Share the Road Cycling Coalition have announced a new partnership that will bring the Active Transportation Symposium and Ontario Bike Summit together for the first time this September. The coordinated three-and-a-half-day program will create a single, seamless experience focused on advancing active transportation across Ontario. Attendees can expect expert-led sessions, mobile workshops, keynote speakers and expanded networking opportunities, along with a 15% registration discount for those attending both events. Additional program details and registration information will be released soon. |
Ontario Trails Council supports professional recreation practices developed by:
Upcoming OTC Training and Events
OTM Book 18 and Protected Intersection Guide Training
Thursday, April 16
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Online only2026 Summit
May 6 - 8
Kingston Marriott
285 King St. E, Kingston, ON
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May 6 - 8 in Kingston, ON The Summit schedule is now available, and the April 6 hotel booking deadline is quickly approaching. It features three days of practical sessions, keynote presentations and peer discussions focused on today’s transportation challenges. Your Summit experience includes:
Stay in downtown Kingston Summit delegates can stay at the Holiday Inn Kingston Waterfront or the Residence Inn by Marriott at the OTC group rate of $199 per night. Book by April 6 to secure the OTC group rate. Both hotels are within walking distance of the Summit venue. View the full schedule and register at otc.org . |
Thank you to our 2026 Summit sponsors |
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