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Stay connected with everything happening on and around the Maitland Trail. From upcoming hikes and community events to trail updates and stories from fellow members, this is your hub for the latest news and social happenings.
As a volunteer-driven organization dedicated to preserving over 80 kilometres of scenic trails along the Maitland River Valley, the Maitland Trail Association thrives on community involvement and shared experiences.
Whether you’re looking to join a guided hike, catch up on recent trail activity, or stay informed about seasonal conditions, you’ll find it all here. Check back often, get involved, and be part of the ongoing story of the Maitland Trail.
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Come on down and say HI! We are at the Farmers Market today on the square! It is also SALT FEST!! ...
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It's coming! Our fall native tree and plant sale AND the launch of Tree People! ...
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🍂 SEPTEMBER WITH THE MAITLAND TRAIL ASSOCIATION
September is packed with opportunities to get outside, explore our trails and connect with the hiking community! for full event details and to register and sign annual waiver please visit: www.maitlandtrail.ca/events/
Saturday, September 5 | 1:30–3:30 PM
🌊 Goderich Parkland Vista & Waterfront Experience
Starting at the Huron County Gaol, explore Goderich’s urban trail network, waterfront and bluff. Routes of up to approximately 8 km are available, depending on the group.
Saturday, September 12 | 1:30–3:30 PM
🚲 Goderich to Auburn G2G Cycle
Ride from Goderich toward Auburn and return along the G2G Rail Trail. Approximately 25 km return on a beginner-friendly crushed-gravel trail.
Sunday, September 13 | 9:00–10:30 AM
🥾 Maitland Trail & Robertson Tract Hike
Explore the Maitland Trail near Auburn and the Robertson Tract. Level 1 with a moderate-to-brisk pace and no significant hills.
Saturday & Sunday, September 19–20-SOLD OUT
🥾 El Camino Maitland
Our signature two-day Maitland Trail hiking event returns for another year!
September 25–27
🌲 Hike Ontario Summit – Westport
A weekend bringing together hikers, trail organizations and outdoor enthusiasts from across Ontario. The Summit and AGM take place Saturday, September 26.
Saturday, September 26 | 11:00 AM
🧘 Mindfulness Walk & Forest Therapy
Meet at the Nelson Street entrance to Goderich’s Millennium Trail for a gentle, slow-paced mindfulness walk to the Maitland River lookout.
➡️ Please pre-register with the hike or ride leader where required and complete the Maitland Trail Association annual waiver before participating.
There’s something for almost everyone this month — from cycling and longer hikes to gentle mindfulness and exploring Goderich’s waterfront. See you on the trails! 🌿 ...
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🌿 DON’T LET SUMMER SLIP AWAY
There’s still plenty of summer left on the Maitland Trail.
Late August is one of the best times to get out there — the trails are lush, the river is beautiful, and you can just start to feel that first hint of fall in the air. 🍃
Take an hour. Take an afternoon. Bring a friend. Bring the dog. Pick a section you’ve never explored before and see where the trail takes you.
And while you’re out there, take a moment to appreciate something pretty incredible: this trail exists because generations of volunteers have helped build it, maintain it and care for it. ❤️
Where’s your favourite stretch of the Maitland Trail this time of year?
📸 Drop a photo in the comments — we’d love to see the trail through your eyes.
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Love to Hike? Become an MTA Hike Leader!
Do you love exploring the Maitland Trail and enjoy sharing the experience with others? The Maitland Trail Association is always looking for enthusiastic volunteers interested in becoming hike leaders!
You don’t need to be an expert or have years of leadership experience. Hike leaders receive training through Hike Ontario, which offers recognized programs designed to give volunteers the skills and confidence needed to safely lead group hikes.
Training covers practical topics such as hike planning, safety and risk management, leadership, navigation, environmental responsibility and handling situations that may arise on the trail.
Hike Ontario’s introductory Certified Hike Leader course is a one-day program, with some basic prerequisites such as its Safe Hiker Program or equivalent hiking experience.
MTA can help guide interested volunteers through the training requirements and next steps.
Leading a hike is a wonderful way to:
* Share your favourite trails and places
* Meet other people who love being outdoors
* Help introduce new hikers to the Maitland Trail
* Give back to our trail community
* Spend more time outside!
Interested? We’d love to hear from you! Contact MTA to learn more about becoming one of our volunteer hike leaders.
www.maitlandtrail.ca/contact-us/
Learn more about Hike Ontario’s hike leader training and certification programs through Hike Ontario.
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🌿 Supporting the Fight Against Invasive Species
The Maitland Trail Association is pleased to share that we have once again received funding from the Invasive Species Action Fund (ISAF) to help cover the cost of removing and controlling invasive buckthorn in the Maitland Woods.
Once work in this area is complete, the project may expand to another section of the trail system, potentially near the G2G Rail Trail and Dunlop Tomb area.
The Invasive Species Action Fund is supported by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. MTA gratefully acknowledges this valuable assistance as we continue the difficult, ongoing work of protecting local habitats and maintaining healthy, resilient trail environments.
Thank you to everyone involved in making this important work possible. 🌱
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