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Purchase 50/50 Tickets: Support the Trail!

The East Coast Trail Association is thrilled to announce a new 50/50 raffle, giving you the chance to win a grand prize jackpot! Plus, we have an amazing early bird prize – two flight vouchers from Porter Airlines!  Join the Draw, Support the Trail Here! Every ticket...

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Trail Raiser Community Hike 2026: Join Now!

Registration is open for the 2026 Trail Raiser Community Hike! Learn More & Register here: https://eastcoasttrail.com/trailraiser2026/ The East Coast Trail belongs to all of us. It's not about the distance. It's not about the time. It's about what happens when you...

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Now Hiring: 2026 Trail Crew

Trail Crew Workers AND Skilled Workers (Chainsaw operator/carpenter) Seasonal: Up to 40 hours/week  Start Date: May 4, 2026 The East Coast Trail Association (ECTA) is a registered charity and not-for-profit responsible for the management, maintenance and protection of...

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A Trailside Kitchen Party at QVB: November 27th!

Come Home to the Trail: a Trailside Kitchen Party at Quidi Vidi Brewery There's something magical about gathering with people who love the same things you do. This year, come on down to A Trailside Kitchen Party to support the ECT trail maintenance funding, Perfect...

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Member Notice: AGM, December 2, 2025

East Coast Trail Association Members: Please join the Association on Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025 in person at St. John's City Hall in the Foran Greene Room, from 6:30-9:00pm for the Annual General Meeting. The Foran Greene Room is located on the 4th floor of St....

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Hiker Advisory: Deadman’s Bay and Cape Spear paths

October 1 - 2, 2025: There will be filming happening at Blackhead, between the Deadman's Bay and Cape Spear paths. The trail will not be closed, but there will be very limited parking at the Blackhead trailhead. Hikers may also be asked to pause their walk for a few...

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