Pathfinder Newsletter Spring 2025

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The Spring 2025 edition of the Great Divide Trail’s Pathfinder newsletter is now available!  This edition features information about our upcoming events, including the Film Festival on May 8th and the Geartrade Garage Sale on May 10th. You’ll also find articles about natural history, maps and fishing on the divide.

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The Unsung Heroes of Trail Work: Funding Our Operating Costs 

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When most people think about supporting trails, they imagine funding the creation of new bridges or enhancing trail features. While these projects are certainly important, there’s another side to trail maintenance that often goes overlooked: operating costs.  To keep the Great Divide Trail Association (GDTA) running smoothly, we need consistent,…

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Now Hiring! Operations Coordinator

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The Operations Coordinator will play an essential role in advancing the GDTA’s mission and contributing to the successful growth of the organization through effective operations management, trail program coordination, committee support, and communications. This position is a unique opportunity for someone passionate about both trail stewardship and community engagement.  ABOUT…

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Looking for Trail Ambassadors

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Are you hiking some or all of the GDT this summer? The GDTA is looking for a handful of hikers to be volunteer Trail Ambassadors this year. Share your love of this amazing Canadian treasure, and help out the GDTA while you enjoy your hike. What does an Ambassador do?…

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