Learn more about the GDT and the GDTA
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
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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Opinions on the Benefits of Hiking from “Tales from the Great Divide”
by Jenny L. Feick, PhD, Editor of Tales from the Great Divide, Vignettes on the Origins & Early History of…
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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Pathfinder Newsletter – Winter 2020
This edition of the Pathfinder Newsletter includes articles showcasing GDT hiking, information to help plan your 2020 summer on the…
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Blazing the Trail
Thoughts on Tagging the GDT By Dave Higgins Sure, there are more up-to-date options available nowadays if you want to…
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2019 Thru-Hike Videos
Several amazing videos were made by 2019 GDT thru-hikers. Here is a list of links to them. These videos are great…
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Maligne River Swim Adventure
by Joan Pendleton This was not supposed to be a swim adventure. It was supposed to be a lovely five…
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Winter on the GDT – Assiniboine Escape
by Deborah Yanchula Are you looking for a winter adventure in the mountains and lamenting your hiking boots retired for…
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GDTA Board of Directors Strategy Session
by Donna Rutherford On January 11, Board members, the Organizational Excellence Committee and representatives from other GDTA committees gathered in…