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St. Margaret’s Bay Rails-to-Trails Fall 2020 Update
Trail NewsWhen the world stopped in the spring of 2020, our trail remained open and active. Trail users could escape COVID-19 for a while, get some exercise and fresh air, and lower their shoulders. Neighbours touched base with each other from opposite sides of the trail, and disrupted the isolation that befell us. It didn’t take…
Continue ReadingA Thank You Letter to CN for their Continued Support
Inspirational Posts Trail NewsThank you to Canadian National Railway (CN) and specifically Al, Tiffany and Janet for your generous support of our trail. When I look back at some of the historic pictures that were taken during the original construction of the rail bed in the early 1900’s, I am quite certain that none of the engineers, surveyors…
Continue ReadingImprovements and Maintenance Continue on Rails to Trails
Masthead News Articles Trail NewsImprovements and maintenance are still taking place along the St. Margaret’s Bay Area Rails to Trails, says Rick Muzyk, vice chair and manager of Renewal and Maintenance. “My budget for the season is to spend between $70,000 to $75,000 on trail surface upgrades,” he says. The total so far is around $60,000 (as of September…
Continue ReadingRide for Cancer a Huge Success
Trail NewsThe Ride for Cancer in support of the QEII Health Sciences Centre was a huge success again this year in spite of the pandemic. Over 1,000 Riders some sporting face masks set-off each at a staggered start time on a 25, 50, 75 or 100km journey — to transform local cancer care, here at home….
Continue ReadingRide For Cancer 2020
Trail NewsSure as the sea, #WeRideAgain Everything is an out-and-back this year starting and finishing in Bayer’s Lake. This removes the need to transport bikes and people during COVID. The road in Bayer’s is closed to traffic so that provides lots of space for social distancing. The 25k turnaround is at Five Bridges Junior High; 50k…
Continue ReadingRona Trail Sponsorship Program Launches
Members news Trail NewsThe St. Margaret’s Bay Area Rails to Trails Association was selected today by Rona Tantallon as their charity for fundraising this year! During the month of September, when customers pay at the checkout, they are given the opportunity to make a donation to the SMBARTA. Staff will be collecting donations of $2, $5, or $10…
Continue ReadingWe Have You Covered!
Masthead News Articles Trail NewsOriginally published in the Masthead News August 5th issue. Whether it’s having an el fresco lunch with your family, finding a shady spot for a rest during a long bike ride, or needing a roof over your head while a rain cloud passes, we have you covered, says the St. Margaret’s Bay Area Rails to…
Continue ReadingVolunteers Take Care of Garden next to Trail Parking Lot
Inspirational Posts Trail NewsA group of volunteers has been working on the Trail Garden next to the Trail Parking Lot off Sonny’s Road at the Crossroads. Over several evenings, we have weeded, pruned and mulched the garden. It is our goal to make it an attractive approach to the Trail and also a welcoming entrance to the neighbourhood…
Continue ReadingChain of Lakes Trail Closure for July 20, 2020
Trail NewsHRM’s contractor will be completing repairs this afternoon to a section of the trail between Horseshoe Lake Dr and Hobsons Lake Dr. I’ve attached a sketch of the area. The red area is the work site. The yellow is the access point. Work is expected to start this early afternoon and it will be completed within…
Continue ReadingStaff at Tantallon Public Library Throw Surprise Retirement Party on Rails to Trails
Masthead News Articles Trail NewsStory from the Masthead News Volume 32 Issue 7 July 8th 2020 The staff at the Tantallon Public Library did a little walk by retirement party at the overpass at exit 5A on the St. Margaret’s Bay Rails to Trails on June l5th for co-worker Heather Pelton. Heather retired after almost 20 years working at…
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