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Trail Maintenance Workshop in Saint John

Location: Boars Head Nature Preserve

Date: July 8, 2023

Time: 10AM – 2PM

Cost: Free, donations encouraged

Leader: Josh Carew

Registration: Online

Number of Available Registrations: 20

Terrain Description: A 2km coastal trail with varied terrain and elevation. The trail may be wet in some places, and this workshop will be labour-intensive.

Difficulty: Moderate-difficult

Description: Have you ever wondered what goes into building, maintaining, and caring for New Brunswick’s beautiful coastal trails? Join Nature Trust volunteer and expert trail builder, Josh Carew at the gorgeous Boars Head Nature Preserve in Saint John to enjoy a coastal hike and learn more about essential trail techniques and safety measures.

This event will be hosted outdoors at the Boars Head Nature Preserve, so please dress according to the weather.

There will be a short break for lunch in the middle of this workshop, so make sure you bring something to enjoy!

What to Bring:

  • Daypack

  • Water

  • Lunch

  • Hiking shoes/comfortable footwear

  • Optional: loppers, saws, drills

This workshop counts towards the Trail Blazer certification of the Ambassador Program.