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Now Recruiting: Various Board Positions

Behind every well-maintained path and successful fundraising campaign is a diverse team of volunteers who contribute both on and off the trail. Whether you're most comfortable wielding a pruning saw or a spreadsheet, the East Coast Trail Association has a meaningful...

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Hiking Etiquette Reminder: No Open Fires

A recent wildfire in the Fermeuse/Kingmans Cove area burned approximately 350 metres on both sides of the path. It could have been worse. The East Coast Trail is at an extreme risk for fire loss. The 2025 forest fire season has started earlier than usual due to...

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Path Advisory: Temporary Detour on Deadmans Bay Path

There was an unexpected event on the Deadmans Bay Path some time in April. A large boulder broke free from the cliffs above the trail and landed in the path, bringing other rocks and trees with it.

The boulder temporarily blocked the trail approximately 1.0 km from the trailhead at Blackhead Village. 

The Trail Crew has cut a short reroute around the boulder and appropriate warning signs will be installed shortly. Although we do not expect any further falling rocks, we ask hikers to be aware and please use caution when hiking through the area.

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Support The Trail, Enter To Win! Buy 50/50 Tickets Now!

The East Coast Trail Association is thrilled to announce our 50/50 raffle, giving you the chance to win a grand prize jackpot of up to $650,000! Plus, we have an amazing early bird prize – two flight vouchers from PAL Airlines!  Join the Draw, Support the Trail Here!...

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Now Recruiting: Guided Hike Leaders

Calling all ECT Lovers! Are you interested in volunteering with the East Coast Trail and becoming a Guided Hike Leader? Guided Hikes are a great way for new hikers to be introduced to the ECT and for all hikers to explore new paths and make hiking friends.   🌳 Who you...

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