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...

Path Advisory: Temporary Detour on Deadmans Bay Path

Monday, May 12th, 2025 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...

Volunteer Spotlight – Linda Cohen – March 2025 Monthly Newsletter

Tell us about yourself! Mostly I work and read books, watch movies. And I do a lot of hiking– every day I can. I try to get out for a little walk on the paths around my house, for the “air”. Tell us about your volunteer experiences with the ECTA I started near...

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!...

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...

Now Recruiting: Vice President, Fundraising and Revenue

Volunteer Opportunity: Vice President, Fundraising & Revenue Help Shape the Future of Canada’s Trail Legacy!  We are seeking a strategic and experienced fundraising leader to join our team as Vice President, Fundraising & Revenue (VP-FR). This executive...

Volunteer Spotlight – Pat Ryan – February Monthly Newsletter

Q: Tell us about yourself! A: I am an avid traveller. I have been all over Newfoundland, visiting not only the major centers, but the many small communities and coves (including some of the resettled areas). I have driven across Canada to Vancouver Island, and have...

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iphone 15 pro max, in a blue jeans like cover Date Lost/Found: 23/11 Name: WP Email Address: pangyc17@gmail.com ECT Path Name: near shore Approximate location on the path: near...

Lost white neck buff with pastel shell pattern

White neck warmer from the Camino, with pastel-coloured scallop shells, please email me Date Lost/Found: Saturday, Oct. 19 Name: Susan Flanagan Email Address: flanagan@nf.sympatico.ca ECT Path Name: Deadman's Bay Approximate location on the path: between...