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The Great Divide Trail Association is always busy – it’s not just trail maintenance, a small-but-mighty army of volunteers works year-round to advance in our mission to build, maintain, and protect the Great Divide Trail. Check back often, or consider subscribing to our monthly newsletter.
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Calling all Volunteers
The GDTA is always looking for more volunteers to help us build, maintain, and promote the Great Divide Trail. Can…
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2025 Winners of the GDTA Photo Contest
Wow… What another amazing collection of photos this year! With 110 photos submitted from 32 individuals it was quite the…
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Waypoints – October 2025
A Trail Treasure Trove – IN THIS ISSUE Website – Festivals – Photo Contest -Trail Building
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Introducing the new GDTA Website!
The GDTA website has been a labour of love since its creation by Brad Vaillancourt in 2013. From the beginning,…
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Trail Info Night – Vernon, BC
Are you Great Divide Trail curious? We are having a presentation at Valhalla Pure Outfitters and can’t wait to show…
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End of Season Wrap Up!
Join us at Prairie Dog Brewing on Thursday, October 16th from 6–9 pm for a casual meetup with the Great…
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Waypoints – September 2025
That’s a Wrap! In this Issue: AGM – Alumni – Photo Contest – Meet Up – Volunteer – Gifts
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Introducing the 2025 Trail Ambassadors
Hiking on the GDT this summer? Following adventurous souls on Instagram? This summer, keep your eyes peeled for the GDTA…
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Call for Board Members – 2025
The GDTA is seeking dynamic, committed, community-oriented Board of Directors candidates to fill four (4) open Board positions. These positions…
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Community Mural Project Call-for-Submissions
The Great Divide Trail Association invites artists from the local community to submit artwork proposals for a vibrant public mural…
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GDTA Statement re: Coal Exploration and Mining in Alberta – Impacts on the Great Divide Trail
The Great Divide Trail Association (GDTA) opposes the proposed construction and operation of a coal mine at Grassy Mountain, and…
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Looking for Trail Ambassadors
Applications are now closed for 2025 – Thank you for all that have applied Are you hiking some or all…
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2025 Trail Building & Maintenance – Call for Volunteers
Dust off your camping gear because the dates and locations for our 2025 trail building and maintenance trips have been set and…
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Membership Month 2025
February is Membership Month at the GDTA! Are you a member of the GDTA? If you are, then from the…
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Support the GDTA at the 2025 Calgary Marathon!
The Great Divide Trail Association is this year’s Green Bib Charity for the Servus Calgary Marathon. The 2025 marathon dedicates time, energy, and resources…
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2025 GDT Calendar
Back by overwhelming support is the 2025 GDTA Calendar. Featuring 14 spectacular photos of the GDT, showcasing our Photo Contest…
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2024 Winners of the GDTA Photo Contest
The 2024 GDTA Photo Contest was a huge success, with over 200 photos submitted. A huge thank you to everyone…
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Photo Contest – Submission Deadline October 26, 2024
Hiking season is winding down, so it’s time to share the amazing things you’ve experienced along the Great Divide Trail!…
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2024 Annual General Meeting
Monday, September 16th at 6:00 PM MST – ONLINE Don’t miss this year’s AGM! We’ll be unveiling exciting updates on…
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Sections E and F: Jasper National Park Closure
Sections E and F: Jasper National Park, remains closed. All permits and reservations in Jasper through March 31, 2025 will…
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Members: Have your Say for the Fall AGM
Members! Hiking season is finally back again, and our attention is certainly focused on the hikers about to set out…
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Support Local During Trail Days & Win!
Support local businesses during Trail Days by filling up your stamp card for a chance to win local gift cards…
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Trail Days Schedule of Events
Ticket and wristband pick-up will be available starting at 6:00 PM at the Orpheum Theatre on Friday evening, and from 10:00 AM–4:00 PM…
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Safety Officer Needed!
Do you have a passion for safety, helping others, and spending time in the outdoors? The Great Divide Trail Association…
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The Hang Tags Are Back in Town!
Are you planning to hike the Great Divide Trail in 2026? Whether you’re tackling the full length of the trail…
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Time Travel With Us to 2126
We’re creating a 100-year time capsule for the Great Divide Trail, and we want your stories, photos, and drawings inside…
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WayPoints – May 2026
Time Travel With Us IN THIS ISSUE Trail Days – Stewardship – Time Capsule – Calendar
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Crowsnest Pass Stewardship Day – June 6, 2026
Join the upcoming Ed Gregor Stewardship Day Everyone is welcome to join the upcoming Ed Gregor Stewardship Day on Saturday,…