THE GREAT DIVIDE TRAIL ASSOCIATION’S ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Monday September 29, 2025
On line 6:00 pm MT
Voting is now live! You can cast your vote any time before or during the AGM this Monday evening. For more details, sign in via the Members’ Portal. There you will find the meeting link and voting instructions.
Not a member? Sign up here! 

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GDT ALUMNI 
Congratulations to everyone who hiked the GDT in 2025! 
Don’t forget to add your name to the GDT Alumni Page and join the growing list of hearty finishers. You may also want to submit your best shot to our photo contest (see below)!

ANNUAL PHOTO CONTEST 
Submission Deadline October 12
It’s back! After the massive success last year that saw 30 different people submit absolutely astounding photos, the GDTA is once again running our Photo Contest!

Sending us your photo is a unique and simple way to help out the GDTA! As the association works to protect, promote, and maintain the trail, we’re always in need of high-quality imagery that truly represents the greatness of the trail. Who better to provide that than those of you who’ve lived it! Need some inspiration — enjoy the 2024 Winners of the GDTA Photo Contest.

Submission Details
While reminiscing, dig through all the photos you’ve taken (this year, or any year). Select your favourite and submit by following the instructions on this link to learn how to submit your photo(s).

END-OF-SEASON WRAP-UP 
October 16, 6-9pm
Prairie Dog Brewing 105D 58 Ave SE Calgary

Past, Present and, Future Hikers!
Meet you at the pub for a casual meetup with the Great Divide Trail community. Whether you are a thru-hiker, section hiker, volunteer on the trail, or just GDT curious, come swap stories and meet new trail friends. See you there!

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
2025 50th Annual Banff Mountain Film Festival – Event Team (Nov 7–9)
It’s festival season! The GDTA will once again be hosting a booth at the Banff Mountain Film Festival (November 7-9), and we’re looking for volunteers to help cover shifts and connect with festival attendees. To join an amazing crew of fellow volunteers and help spread the word about the GDT, email us at volunteer@greatdividetrail.com 

2026 GDTA Annual Film Festival & Fundraiser – Planning Team
Do you love people, events, film, and trails? We’re building our team to plan the 2026 Film Festival & Fundraiser!
Tasks include:

• Sourcing silent auction items
• Working with filmmakers
• Coordinating venue logistics
• Supporting marketing efforts

If you’d like to help us with this outstanding event, please email us at volunteer@greatdividetrail.com 

Soon our 2026 GDTA Calendars and our beautiful new Wall Maps will be available for pre-order — just in time for your holiday shopping! Sign up for WayPoints or watch our site, Facebook, and Instagram for ordering information. 

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Masthead Banner photo: Kristy Dixon