Now that spring has finally arrived and the prospect of a beautiful summer lies ahead, the Saskatchewan Trails Association (STA) has announced that Saskatchewan Trails Day will be held on June 1 in communities all across the province.
The day provides a great opportunity for communities to promote healthy, active living as well as emphasizing the importance of the province's trail system. Saskatchewan has kilometers of recreational trails that people all over the province enjoy year-round for walking, cycling, horseback riding, snowmobiling, and ATV tours.
"I would like to encourage everyone to participate in some way on June 1. Saskatchewan Trails Day is a wonderful occasion to enjoy our province's natural beauty and highlight how trails contribute to an active and healthy lifestyle," says STA President Cathy Watts.
"Trails can play an important role in building healthier and more inclusive communities for everyone to enjoy."
Because of the significant contribution trails make to healthy living, economic development, tourism and environmental preservation, the STA also hopes that participants will make a donation to the Saskatchewan Trails Fund.
This new fund will provide grants to local trail organizations and communities to help support trail development and maintenance projects in Saskatchewan. Donations can be made online at www.sasktrails.ca.
The STA was established in July 2004 as a non-profit organization dedicated to the maintenance and expansion of the Trans Canada Trail, and other recreational trails in Saskatchewan.
Also falling under the STA mandate is the responsibility to increase levels of usage and promote trails in the province.
