Grand Forks
Community Trails Society
Grand Forks is home to spectacular people-powered trails.
We develop, maintain, and promote them.
We develop, maintain, and promote them.
Weekly Hikes for Members
Wednesday May 6 9:30-11:30 a.m.: VV&E West to chairs or beyond. This easy to moderate rail trail has a few ups and downs but is mostly level. The hike is about 4-6 km return, depending on how far we go. It will likely be in full sun so wear a hat, carry water, and use sunscreen and tick repellent. Due to limited parking carpool from Grand Forks Arena leaves at 9:30 a.m. and the hike will start at 9:45 a.m. Please obey No Parking signs near the trailhead.
Sunday May 10: Christina Lake Westside Boat Trail: Join us for a Mother's Day walk past the outhouses on the west side of Christina Lake. Due to heat we will start this hike at 9:30 a.m., leaving the Arena at 9 a.m., and the Christina Lake Elementary School at 9:15 a.m. Due to limited parking please carpool if you can. The trail is moderate, a forested trail mostly in the shade, going up and down and navigating roots. We will pass 20+ outhouses to a lovely creek at the end, and back out the same way. Consider making a small contribution to drivers to help with gas cost. Dogs on leash welcome. Bring good hiking footwear and poles if you have them, along with water and a snack. Dress for the weather and use tick repellent.
Dogs on leash welcome. Your safety is YOUR responsibility - Follow the ABCs: Assess your ability. Boots on feet and dress for the weather, including a hat. Carry water and a snack, and hiking poles if you have them.
Wednesday May 6 9:30-11:30 a.m.: VV&E West to chairs or beyond. This easy to moderate rail trail has a few ups and downs but is mostly level. The hike is about 4-6 km return, depending on how far we go. It will likely be in full sun so wear a hat, carry water, and use sunscreen and tick repellent. Due to limited parking carpool from Grand Forks Arena leaves at 9:30 a.m. and the hike will start at 9:45 a.m. Please obey No Parking signs near the trailhead.
Sunday May 10: Christina Lake Westside Boat Trail: Join us for a Mother's Day walk past the outhouses on the west side of Christina Lake. Due to heat we will start this hike at 9:30 a.m., leaving the Arena at 9 a.m., and the Christina Lake Elementary School at 9:15 a.m. Due to limited parking please carpool if you can. The trail is moderate, a forested trail mostly in the shade, going up and down and navigating roots. We will pass 20+ outhouses to a lovely creek at the end, and back out the same way. Consider making a small contribution to drivers to help with gas cost. Dogs on leash welcome. Bring good hiking footwear and poles if you have them, along with water and a snack. Dress for the weather and use tick repellent.
Dogs on leash welcome. Your safety is YOUR responsibility - Follow the ABCs: Assess your ability. Boots on feet and dress for the weather, including a hat. Carry water and a snack, and hiking poles if you have them.
Annual General Meeting
Join us Tuesday May 19 at the Curling Club lounge. Meeting starts at 7 p.m. Guest speaker is conservation officer Mark Plamondon on trails, traps and more. Renew your membership now, or at the membership desk at the AGM, open at 6:30 p.m. New members welcome.
Questions? Email us gftrails(at)shaw.ca
Join us Tuesday May 19 at the Curling Club lounge. Meeting starts at 7 p.m. Guest speaker is conservation officer Mark Plamondon on trails, traps and more. Renew your membership now, or at the membership desk at the AGM, open at 6:30 p.m. New members welcome.
Questions? Email us gftrails(at)shaw.ca
Enjoy Our Trails Safely
Our trails are open for you to enjoy on foot, skateboard, wheelchair, bicycle, skis or snowshoes!
During wet weather, please be prepared for slippery conditions, and carry appropriate gear for any emergency. ALWAYS let someone know where you are going and when you expect to return. Do STAY OFF muddy trails and allow them to dry out.
Our trails are open for you to enjoy on foot, skateboard, wheelchair, bicycle, skis or snowshoes!
During wet weather, please be prepared for slippery conditions, and carry appropriate gear for any emergency. ALWAYS let someone know where you are going and when you expect to return. Do STAY OFF muddy trails and allow them to dry out.
Hikes for Members
Twice-weekly hikes, mostly easy to moderate difficulty, lasting two hours return on Sundays, and up to four hours return on Wednesdays. Membership is required.
In addition to exploring our gorgeous geography, we do light trail maintenance (weeding, picking up trash, etc).
Full details of weekly destinations posted on our open Facebook group
Twice-weekly hikes, mostly easy to moderate difficulty, lasting two hours return on Sundays, and up to four hours return on Wednesdays. Membership is required.
In addition to exploring our gorgeous geography, we do light trail maintenance (weeding, picking up trash, etc).
Full details of weekly destinations posted on our open Facebook group
