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With such a spectacular natural wonder, and a passionate community, there’s no end to the stories. On this page you’ll find all sorts of unique insights about what it’s like to experience the trail, and to volunteer with the association. If you like what you see, consider subscribing to our newsletter so you don’t miss out on this great content.
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Latest Publications
Waypoints
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Waypoints – April 2026
A Taste of the Trail IN THIS ISSUE Film Fest – Donate – Garage Sale – Trail Days – Bear…
Waypoints is the GDTA’s monthly email newsletter has Trail News; Events; Trail Building Trips; Contests; and other things related to the GDT
Pathfinder
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Pathfinder Newsletter Winter 2025
The Winter 2025 edition of the Great Divide Trail’s Pathfinder newsletter is now available! This edition features:
Pathfinder is the GDTA’s bi-annual online magazing-style newsletter, filled with lots of great news and articles from hikers and GDT fans.
Recent Blog Posts
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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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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,…
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Trail Days 2026: 50 Years of Wild
June 12–14, 2026 | Crowsnest Pass, Alberta Celebrating the Great Divide Trail—and all trails! Join us this June 12–14 in…
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Bear Aware: Sharing The Trail This Season
There’s a shift that happens in the mountains this time of year. Snow begins to pull back, the days stretch…
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What You Notice Matters
There’s a quiet moment that happens on the trail. Maybe it’s stepping over a fallen tree or pushing through a…
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Great Gear and Great Trails Go Together: The GDTA Partners with Durston
The Great Divide Trail Association is proud to announce a significant multiyear sponsorship with Durston. Designed in the Canadian Rockies…