Guest speaker Adam Shoalts (centre) with event volunteers (photo by Daria Koscinski)

The Rotary Club of Stratford and its Environmental Committee partnered with Huron Tract Land Trust Conservancy and Talbot Trust to host this successful event on November 29 at the Stratford Rotary Complex, attracting over 200 visitors.

Guest speaker Adam Shoalts spoke passionately about preserving wilderness across Canada, emphasizing the critical need to protect nature, especially for future generations.

 

 

Cindy at the Avon Trail display table

Cindy represented Avon Trail throughout the 3-hour event, meeting with many visitors curious about the trail. She directed them to the trail maps available on the Avon Trail website (avontrail.ca), where they can purchase downloadable maps to print at home. Alternatively, visitors can download the free ONDAGO app to access all Avon Trail maps online, including both the main trail and side trails.

Cindy also highlighted the side trail that runs through the T.J. Dolan Nature Area in Stratford and directed visitors to the Event Calendar on the website, where they can find scheduled hikes. She promoted the Tuesday Morning Ramble as an excellent starting point for interested hikers.

The Avon Trail maintains a strong presence in Stratford and the surrounding areas through its website and accessibility tools.

 

Tom Kimber – News