Ontario Trail Clubs and Associations - support a club or a trail today - support free recreation for all.

https://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/support/clubs-and-associations

Clubs and Associations

Ontario has hundreds of recreational clubs and associations that support trails and trail based activity. If you use or love your local trail - Ontario Trails encourages you to get involved or join a club near you!

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ALL TERRAIN VEHICLE (ATV) CLUBS

Provincial Organization - Ontario Federation of All Terrain Vehicle Clubs (OFATV) 

National Organization - Canadian  Quad Council 

With information provided by OFATV

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HIKING CLUBS

Provincial Organization - Hike Ontario 

National Organization - Hike Canada

With information from Hike Ontario

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CYCLING CLUBS

Provincial Organization - Ontario Cycling Association

National Organization - Cycling Canada

With information provided by Bike ONTours

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OFF-ROAD MOTORCYCLE CLUBS

Provincial Organization - Ontario Federation of Trails Riders (OFTR)

National Organization -  Motorcycle Confederation of Canada 

With information provided by OFTR

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DOG-SLED CLUBS

Provincial Organization - Ontario Federation of Sleddog Sports

National Organization -  Canadian Harness Dog Sports

With information provided by OFSS

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GEOCACHING CLUBS

Provincial Organization - Central Ontario Geocachers

National Organization -  Canada Capital Geocachers

With information provided by Google

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SNOWSHOE CLUBS

Provincial Organization - Snowshoe Canada

National Organization -  Snowshoe Canada

With information provided by - Snowshoe Canada and Google Search

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4X4 CLUBS

Provincial Organization - Ontario Federation of 4 Wheel Drive Enthusiasts (OF4WD)  

National Organization -   

With information provided by OF4WD

 

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PADDLING CLUBS

Provincial Organization - Ontario Recreational Canoe and Kayak Association (ORCKA)

National Organization -  Paddle Canada

With information provided by ORCKA and Wilderness Canoe Association

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MOUNTAIN BIKING CLUBS

Provincial Organization - NONE

National Organization - IMBA Canada

With information from SINGLETRACKS

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RUNNING CLUBS

Provincial Organization - Athletics Ontario

National Organization - Trail Running Canada 

With information provided by Athletics Ontario

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CLIMBING CLUBS

Provincial Organization - Ontario Alliance of Climbers 

National Organization - Alpine Canada 

With information provided by Ontario Rock Climbing

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CROSS COUNTRY SKI CLUBS

Provincial Organization -  Cross Country Ski Ontario

National Organization -  Cross Country Canada

With information provided by Cross Country Ski Ontario

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BIRDING CLUBS

Provincial Organization - Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO)

National Organization -  Canadian Society of Ornithologists

With information provided by OFO 

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HORSE CLUBS

Provincial Organization - Canadian Recreational Horse and Rider Association (Ontario Chapter)

National Organization -  Canadian Recreational Horse and Rider Association

With information provided by CRHRA and Google

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OUTDOOR CLUBS

Provincial Organization - None

National Organization -  None

With information provided by Out-There Website

 

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SNOWMOBILE CLUBS

Provincial Organization - Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC)

National Organization -  Canadian Council of Snowmobile Organizations

With information provided by Google

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FRIENDS OF PARKS ASSOCIATIONS

Provincial Organization - Ontario Parks

National Organization -  USA 

With information provided by Out-There Website

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Southern Ontario Ice Fest happens this weekend.

 

The Southern Ontario Ice Climbing Festival (SOIceFest) promises to be the biggest event of the year for SOIce climbers regardless of ability or experience.

 

Come out for a climb and then celebrate the night away with a hundred of your closest friends at the Arlington with live-music, games, raffles and a silent auction!

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Snowshoe race back at Summerstown Trails

February 7, 2022 — Changed at 10 h 41 min on February 7, 2022

Reading time: 1 min 30 s

Provided by FOTST

A runner is heading towards the finish line at the annual Summerstown Trails Dion snowshoe race last held two years ago.

Summerstown, ON – After having had to cancel last year’s race due to Covid, the Friends of the Summerstown Trails (FOTST) are happy to announce that they will be organizing their annual Snowshoe Race this coming Saturday, February 12.

The annual Summerstown Forest Dion Snowshoe Race (7.3 km) is part of the Dion Ontario Snowshoe Running Series which is held in various locations in Eastern Ontario and will be the fourth race of the season for the race Series. In addition to local runners, this race attracts runners from the Ottawa, Kingston and Montreal areas.

Race director, Gilles Parisien, has set out a whole new course for the race, wanting to make it a truly single-track snowshoe race. “The new course will take participants through varied terrain, through conifers, hardwood and even swamp areas. And all of this over the rolling terrain of the Summerstown Forest. It’ll be a great experience” said Gilles Parisien, himself an experienced snowshoe race runner.

As was the case in the last few years, a second shorter race will be offered at the same time: the Summerstown Forest Challenge Race (4.2 km); this shorter race is designed to attract more local recreational runners and younger racers. Participants in both races are usually split evenly between male and female runners.

Because of Covid, special measures will be in place for the race. “There will be no race-day registrations, winners will get their prizes as they cross the finish line and post-race snacks will be very limited and served in individual containers”, added FOTST President Vic Leroux.

The start of both races is scheduled for 10 a.m. on Saturday, February 12. Race director Gilles Parisien declared the Summerstown Trails course to be one of the best in the race series.

To register for the race, please visit the FOTST website at www.summerstowntrails.com.

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Ontario Trails - Waterloo Cross Country Ski Trails, Snowmobile News and Northern Ontario update

7 ways to explore Waterloo Region this winter

Explore Waterloo Region rounds up fun ways to get out and explore

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With the easing of some provincial COVID-19 restrictions as of Jan. 31, Explore Water Region is rounding up a list of fun ways to get out and explore the region's winter offerings.

“We know people are anxious to head out and begin doing things again,” said Minto Schneider, chief executive officer of Explore Waterloo Region in a press release. “Waterloo Region offers lots of safe ways to get out and enjoy the snow and fresh air, as well as indoor attractions you can't experience anywhere else!”

Here are seven things you can do this winter as suggested by Explore Waterloo Region.

Skiing — Mother Nature is co-operating with great conditions on the slopes. Chicopee Ski & Summer Resort is one of Ontario’s most popular ski and snowboard family centres. It offers Discover Programs for new skiers and snowboarders as well as advanced lessons for all ages.

Tubing — The Chicopee Tube Park offers six different chutes, running from 250 feet high and 900 feet long. After hours of playing in the snow, warm up in the Chalet Café and licensed Ranger Lounge.

UNZIPPED — UNZIPPED reopens at THEMUSEUM on Jan. 31 and continues through Feb. 28. This unique exhibit is making its exclusive Canadian debut in Kitchener and takes you backstage with the Rolling Stones. Featuring 10,000 square feet of one-of-a-kind artifacts, this exhibit showcases the art, fashion and performances of the World’s Greatest Rock Band.

Frock On! — Fashion and music have shared a strong connection over the past century, and that is celebrated in Frock On! at the Fashion History Museum. This exhibit covers everything from flappers to rappers, and explores the fashionable looks that have become uniquely entwined with musical genres — and it is a great complement for UNZIPPED.

Winter Patios — It may not be the same as sitting in shorts and sandals under the summer sun, but many Waterloo Region restaurants are offering Winter Patio experiences that celebrate the season. Warm up to our Canadian winter while bundled under blankets, huddled around a fire table or gathered beside a heater. You can find a list of eateries with outdoor dining experiences here.

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