"A runner and cyclist who also enjoys cross-country skiing is calling on interested Stratford citizens to rally and raise funds that will provide an impetus for city council to move forward on a multi-use trail system.
Darcy Trefiak wants like-minded supporters to join in a Nov. 13 'march' for a multi-use trail system starting from the track at Stratford Central secondary school at 1 p.m."
The Ontario Trails Council is a registered charity, led by volunteers who promote the development, management, use and conservation of Ontario's trails. You'll find everything from gentle walking trails to rock faces for climbing and water routes to canoe and kayak. Be sure to follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/OntarioTrails Donations and Memberships always appreciated! https://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/content/support/join-ontario-trails-council
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Mississauga.ca - City Hall - News Releases
"The City of Mississauga, in partnership with the Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA), officially opened the Etobicoke Creek Trail September 24, 2010.
“The City’s Cycling Master Plan identified that residents want more trails and we are proud to be able to deliver with the opening of the Etobicoke Creek Trail,” said Mayor Hazel McCallion. “This trail will provide links to neighbouring cities and benefit the community around it.”"
“The City’s Cycling Master Plan identified that residents want more trails and we are proud to be able to deliver with the opening of the Etobicoke Creek Trail,” said Mayor Hazel McCallion. “This trail will provide links to neighbouring cities and benefit the community around it.”"
Canadian Running CANADIAN TRAILS: On its Own Merritt
"It may not offer much in the way of mountain views, but the Merritt Trail has something else going for it - history.
Though much of it is wedged between a four-lane highway and what appears to be an irrigation ditch, the Merritt Trail is actually an 11K-long museum. Located in the heart of post-industrial St. Catharines, the stone dust trail follows the route of the first and second Welland Canals - the 19th -century waterways that bypassed Niagara Falls and carried schooners and early steamboats up the 100-metre-high Niagara Escarpment."
For a full list of Ontario Running trails see: http://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/trail-activities/running/
Though much of it is wedged between a four-lane highway and what appears to be an irrigation ditch, the Merritt Trail is actually an 11K-long museum. Located in the heart of post-industrial St. Catharines, the stone dust trail follows the route of the first and second Welland Canals - the 19th -century waterways that bypassed Niagara Falls and carried schooners and early steamboats up the 100-metre-high Niagara Escarpment."
For a full list of Ontario Running trails see: http://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/trail-activities/running/
Local Police Briefs - The Sudbury Star - Ontario, CA
"ATV RIDERS FOUND
Greater Sudbury Police found three cold but healthy ATV riders who were lost in a wooded area in Hanmer early Monday morning.
Greater Sudbury Police and Emergency Medical Services responded to a call from the two men and one women about 2:30 a.m. The group were driving ATVs at about 10:30 p.m. in the wooded area between Bodson Drive and Radar Road when they got stuck. They were unable to move the ATVs and called police on a cellphone."
ATV Smart - http://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/trail-activities/hiking-walking/hike-smart/
Greater Sudbury Police found three cold but healthy ATV riders who were lost in a wooded area in Hanmer early Monday morning.
Greater Sudbury Police and Emergency Medical Services responded to a call from the two men and one women about 2:30 a.m. The group were driving ATVs at about 10:30 p.m. in the wooded area between Bodson Drive and Radar Road when they got stuck. They were unable to move the ATVs and called police on a cellphone."
ATV Smart - http://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/trail-activities/hiking-walking/hike-smart/
Local Police Briefs - The Sudbury Star - Ontario, CA
"HIKERS LOST AND FOUND
Two local hikers who went missing on the A.Y. Jackson Lookout trails were found in good health by Greater Sudbury Police on Sunday evening.
The men were hiking on the trail, beside Highway 144 between George Street, Onaping Falls and New Cobden Road. In the early evening, after leaving the trail system a short distance, they became lost and could not find any trail markers. The men called police by cellphone."
Hike Smart - http://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/trail-activities/hiking-walking/hike-smart/
Two local hikers who went missing on the A.Y. Jackson Lookout trails were found in good health by Greater Sudbury Police on Sunday evening.
The men were hiking on the trail, beside Highway 144 between George Street, Onaping Falls and New Cobden Road. In the early evening, after leaving the trail system a short distance, they became lost and could not find any trail markers. The men called police by cellphone."
Hike Smart - http://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/trail-activities/hiking-walking/hike-smart/
Bikers, runners to hit the trails - Kenora Daily Miner and News - Ontario, CA
"Trail bikers and runners will swarm Mount Evergreen Wednesday, Sept. 29, for St. Thomas Aquinas' fourth annual cross-country event.
The run is still accepting participants and is open to students between Grade 7 and 12 in Northwestern Ontario. It kicks off at noon with the Grade 7/8 girls and boys 2.4-kilometre run.
The junior high school girls will follow with a 3.6-kilometre run, followed by a junior boys five-kilometre trek.
The senior girls and boys will run about seven kilometres each, setting the stage for the seven-kilometre mountain bike race, divided into Grades 7/8 and high school divisions."
The run is still accepting participants and is open to students between Grade 7 and 12 in Northwestern Ontario. It kicks off at noon with the Grade 7/8 girls and boys 2.4-kilometre run.
The junior high school girls will follow with a 3.6-kilometre run, followed by a junior boys five-kilometre trek.
The senior girls and boys will run about seven kilometres each, setting the stage for the seven-kilometre mountain bike race, divided into Grades 7/8 and high school divisions."
Hiking Day highlights excellent trail system inTimmins - Timmins Times - Ontario, CA
"Sunday was Hiking Day in Timmins and according to organizers it was a perfect day to show off the quality of the trails network in the city.
A few dozen hardy citizens arrived at the Hersey Lake Conservation Area Sunday to take part in guided hikes, to learn about Timmins-Porcupine Search and Rescue and to get updated on the Ministry of Natural Resources Bear Wise program"
A few dozen hardy citizens arrived at the Hersey Lake Conservation Area Sunday to take part in guided hikes, to learn about Timmins-Porcupine Search and Rescue and to get updated on the Ministry of Natural Resources Bear Wise program"
CBC News - Ottawa - Greenbelt extension construction underway
"Work has started in south Ottawa to add almost 8 km to the National Capital Greenbelt Pathway.
The three-metre wide pathway is being constructed in the Pine Grove sector of the greenbelt. The 7.7 km extension, funded through Infastructure Stimulus Fund, is being added to the already existing 23 km.
The extension will run from the corner of Russell Road and Ramsayville Road to midway between Bank Street and Albion Road, and will incorporate existing trails and forest access roads.
The pathway is designed to maintain the rustic look of a farm lane, but is meant for walking, hiking, cross-country skiing and cycling."
The three-metre wide pathway is being constructed in the Pine Grove sector of the greenbelt. The 7.7 km extension, funded through Infastructure Stimulus Fund, is being added to the already existing 23 km.
The extension will run from the corner of Russell Road and Ramsayville Road to midway between Bank Street and Albion Road, and will incorporate existing trails and forest access roads.
The pathway is designed to maintain the rustic look of a farm lane, but is meant for walking, hiking, cross-country skiing and cycling."
Crank the Shield ride report - Event News - BIKEmagic
"Now in its third year CTS has been hailed as eastern North America’s favourite mountain bike stage race. The distance isn’t what we have come to expect in multi-day events – between 54km and 76km a day and climbing is no more than 1200m climbing per stage. The format is a typical rally style race with different camps on different nights starting and finishing at Haliburton Forest, which is about 220km north of Toronto."
Ontario Parks Insider
"A tour around Georgian Bay is no small feat; it is one massive body of water. Its size not only creates its own weather but several distinctively Georgian Bay experiences. Here is a small taste of some great fall experiences that can be found around our “sixth Great Lake” - Georgian Bay."
Thanks to Ontario Parks Insider for publishing our logo and a link to our trails resources - OTC
Thanks to Ontario Parks Insider for publishing our logo and a link to our trails resources - OTC
Ontario Festivals|Backus Heritage Conservation Area|Backus War of 1812 Re-enactment
"Mr. Backhouse's Mill...
On Saturday, September 11th I was lucky enough to take the drive to Backus Heritage Village in Backus Heritage Conservation Area for the Backus War of 1812 Re-enactment. It was a beautiful sunny September day with over 300 re-enactors present to participate in this great annual event. Backus Heritage Village is a pioneer village in Port Rowan, with more than a dozen buildings. This village is home of the Backhouse mill; this is one of the only grist mills not burned down during the War of 1812."
On Saturday, September 11th I was lucky enough to take the drive to Backus Heritage Village in Backus Heritage Conservation Area for the Backus War of 1812 Re-enactment. It was a beautiful sunny September day with over 300 re-enactors present to participate in this great annual event. Backus Heritage Village is a pioneer village in Port Rowan, with more than a dozen buildings. This village is home of the Backhouse mill; this is one of the only grist mills not burned down during the War of 1812."
Release: Mayoral Candidates Join Cycling Advocates for Morning Commute by Bicycle | Toronto Cyclists Union
"Yvonne Bambrick, the Toronto Cyclists Union’s Director of Communications led today’s 20 person ride with the assistance of Toronto Police. The 30 minute ride, which stayed within the downtown core, allowed candidates to experience almost the full range of scenarios faced on a daily urban commute by bicycle. The ride took candidates on arterials with bike lanes, without bike lanes, on roads with construction, roads scarred by utility cuts, on minor arterials, and on side streets, though because of time constraints, candidates did not experience the less welcoming suburban cycling environment where traffic speeds are higher and few if any cycling facilities currently exist."
For a full list of riding opportunities in the GTA see:
http://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/trail-activities/cycling---roads-paths/
For a full list of riding opportunities in the GTA see:
http://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/trail-activities/cycling---roads-paths/
Rocco Rossi unveils promising bike plan
"Today's announcement on the other hand is far more promising. While it's still ambitious given Toronto's existing bike lane network, it'd be the type of infrastructure development that could drastically increase the ease and safety by which cyclists travel without sending traffic into gridlock.
The chief characteristic of the plan is that Rossi's bike lanes would all feature a curb to separate cyclists from traffic. Now this is something that cyclists have wanted for years, so when mayoral candidates who are down in the polls suggest plans of this nature it doesn't necessarily inspire much hope that they'll come to fruition. Sarah Thomson, for instance, has also announced her intention to create such bike lanes, in her case on Richmond, Adelaide, and University Avenue."
The chief characteristic of the plan is that Rossi's bike lanes would all feature a curb to separate cyclists from traffic. Now this is something that cyclists have wanted for years, so when mayoral candidates who are down in the polls suggest plans of this nature it doesn't necessarily inspire much hope that they'll come to fruition. Sarah Thomson, for instance, has also announced her intention to create such bike lanes, in her case on Richmond, Adelaide, and University Avenue."
Ontario Equestrian Federation - horse.on.ca - PageInsider.com
"Ontario Equestrian Federation
Committed to providing leadership and support to the individuals, associations and industries in Ontario's equine and equestrian community. Offering calendar of upcoming shows and competition, clubs, riding programs, news, membership, and links."
Committed to providing leadership and support to the individuals, associations and industries in Ontario's equine and equestrian community. Offering calendar of upcoming shows and competition, clubs, riding programs, news, membership, and links."
The Whig Standard - Ontario, CA | UR Kingston
"Choose one of three bicycle trips or hike. Pledge forms are available from the CRCA office, the CRCA website or the Cataraqui Trail website. If you collect $25.00 or more in pledges, you will receive a free lunch coupon and ticket for a prize draw. Lunch will be available at the Chaffeys Locks Community Hall.
For more information, call (613) 546-4228 ext. 304 and leave a message and your contact information. Or visit www.rideau-info.com/cattrail//."
For more information, call (613) 546-4228 ext. 304 and leave a message and your contact information. Or visit www.rideau-info.com/cattrail//."
Helmets for kids, thanks to lawyers - Belleville Intelligencer - Ontario, CA
"Local lawyers are helping provide sport helmets to more than 260 area children.
It's a project of the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association's Helmets on Kids Campaign and was announced Tuesday at the Children's Safety Village at Belleville's police station Dundas and George Streets.
Local businesses participating include Bonn Law Office, Fleming Garett Sioui, Pretsell Cavanaugh Lawyers, and O'Flynn Weese LLP, as well as the Belleville and Trenton Rotary Clubs and JB Printing."
It's a project of the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association's Helmets on Kids Campaign and was announced Tuesday at the Children's Safety Village at Belleville's police station Dundas and George Streets.
Local businesses participating include Bonn Law Office, Fleming Garett Sioui, Pretsell Cavanaugh Lawyers, and O'Flynn Weese LLP, as well as the Belleville and Trenton Rotary Clubs and JB Printing."
The Town of Oakville to Receive 2010 PRINCE OF WALES PRIZE for Municipal Heritage Leadership - Press Release - Digital Journal
"In keeping with His Royal Highness' commitment to architecture, the environment, and inner-city renewal, The Prince of Wales agreed in 1999 to lend his title to the creation of a prize to be awarded annually to the government of a municipality which has demonstrated its strong and sustained commitment to the conservation of its historic places.
The Town of Oakville has been committed to conserving its heritage resources for over six decades. It acquired and preserved its first heritage building in 1948, began a plaquing program in 1957, and incorporated heritage policies Official Plan in 1962, putting Oakville on the map as a leader in building preservation. In the 1970s, Oakville was quick to take advantage of the opportunities provided by the new Ontario Heritage Act; designating and today it has designated over 120 properties and three conservation districts."
The Town of Oakville has been committed to conserving its heritage resources for over six decades. It acquired and preserved its first heritage building in 1948, began a plaquing program in 1957, and incorporated heritage policies Official Plan in 1962, putting Oakville on the map as a leader in building preservation. In the 1970s, Oakville was quick to take advantage of the opportunities provided by the new Ontario Heritage Act; designating and today it has designated over 120 properties and three conservation districts."
No rush to cycle downtown | Toronto Votes 2010 | News | Toronto Sun
"The Toronto Cyclists Union encouraged mayoral candidates to get a taste of what it’s like to commute on two wheels during the morning rush.
Joe Pantalone and Rocco Rossi were the only two major mayoral candidates who made it out to Chinatown on Monday to ride with other cyclists. Pantalone, who never learned to ride a bicycle, was chauffeured around the 30-minute downtown route in a flowered rickshaw by campaign flack Mike Smith.
“I was born in Italy and, the age of 13, I was brought by my parents to Canada, and I was barely learning (the bicycle) then,” Pantalone said. “Never had a bike here and never learned. After the election and after the people of Toronto do me the honour of electing me mayor, I will learn to ride.”"
Joe Pantalone and Rocco Rossi were the only two major mayoral candidates who made it out to Chinatown on Monday to ride with other cyclists. Pantalone, who never learned to ride a bicycle, was chauffeured around the 30-minute downtown route in a flowered rickshaw by campaign flack Mike Smith.
“I was born in Italy and, the age of 13, I was brought by my parents to Canada, and I was barely learning (the bicycle) then,” Pantalone said. “Never had a bike here and never learned. After the election and after the people of Toronto do me the honour of electing me mayor, I will learn to ride.”"
Youth Canoe Building Programs….Building More Than Just A Canoe � Reflections On The Outdoors Naturally
"Out of curiousity, I did an online search of canoe building programs that are geared to youth, including inner city youth. I thought I would share some of what I found as examples of youth oriented programs:
Greenmont Farms, http://greenmontfarms.com/canoe_project.shtml
Greenmont Farms, http://greenmontfarms.com/canoe_project.shtml
The Sudbury Star - Ontario, CA | UR Sudbury
"The Naughton Trails will close to cycling traffic for the season of 31 October 2010. The Walden Mountain Bike Club will also conclude it's riding activites for the season. The bridges and signs along the ski trails will be removed and put into storage for the winter. The closures are necessary to to keep bikes off of the mtb and ski trails during the wet fall weather. This will also mark the start of the preparations for the ski season by the Walden XC Ski Club.
Cyclers are asked to abide by the closures to preserve the trail systems as riding in wet weather causes damage to the trail surface."
Cyclers are asked to abide by the closures to preserve the trail systems as riding in wet weather causes damage to the trail surface."
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