Hike Nova Scotia and 13 host organizations have partnered to offer the 2021 Fall Guided Walk Series from September 11 to November 14 across NS. There are 28 walks led by local folks and participants qualify to win “trail prizes.” These free to low-cost hikes require pre-registration and will follow public health protocols. Hike NS thanks its partners on the ground for organizing the hikes as well as The Trail Shop, Goose Lane Editions and the NS Department of Communities, Culture and Heritage for their support.
Hike Nova Scotia and the Municipality of Chester are happy to announce the launch of the new Chester Art Adventures Badge as part of Hike NS’s Hiker Challenge. This new badge challenges you to visit seven art installations along trails in the Municipality of Chester over the course of a year. Badges are free courtesy of the Municipality of Chester. Each season there is a prize draw for those who have earned a badge. Prizes are gift cards generously provided by The Trail Shop Halifax.
TheDistrict of Lunenburg Hiker Challenge has been updated with a new trail! The Rhodenizer Brook Falls trail, a 3 km loop located at the Municipal Activity Recreation Complex (MARC) in Dayspring, has been added as an option to earn this badge.
Fall Courses & Webinars
Registration is open for Hike NS’s slate of fall 2021 courses and webinars. In-person courses include: Field Leader - Hiking; Navigation Maps & Compass; Field Leader - Hiking course with Winter module; and Re-Connecting with Nature. Webinars include Intro to Hiking, Leave No Trace, Tick Prevention. We expect more courses and webinars to be added. Learn more and register.
Walk Leader Training: Sept. 21
Hike NS is offering another free NS Walks Leader Training on September 21 to give you the skills and confidence to lead a walking group as part of the NS Walks program. The training is meant for people interested in leading gentle, fun, friendly regularly scheduled walks for those who are currently less active. The registration deadline is Sept. 17.
Hike NS is happy to be an official sponsor of the first annual Tapas and Trails, Art and Culinary Adventure taking place September 18, 2021.
The event is a wonderful opportunity to engage with nature and celebrate Nova Scotian Arts and Culture. This exceptional afternoon features a beautiful scenic walk along the Keppoch Mountain hiking trails. While traversing one of Nova Scotia’s premier hiking trails, you will encounter various rest stops featuring local art and culinary experiences. These include cultural installations, live art shows, and tasty local gourmet tapas-sized dishes perfectly paired with wines, beers, and spirits from around the Maritimes.
Provincial government is seeking public input on seven sites proposed for protection and conservation lands in the Ingram River area. Review the information here and provide comments by September 27.
Coastal Protection Act
Provincial government has launched consultation on proposed rules to govern future construction on our coastline. Review the information here and provide comments by September 17.