Several local trail networks are getting funds for enhancements thanks to a Columbia Basin Trust program.
The CBT’s Trails Enhancement Grants program is supporting 23 projects through a more than $630,000 investment to help with adding new connector trails and enhancing existing trails.
Funds are being set aside for projects in Fernie, Sparwood, Jaffray, Kimberley and Golden.
See more information from the Columbia Basin Trust below:
Recreational trails in the Columbia Basin are cherished by users year-round. To ensure they’re in top shape and an enjoyable experience, groups throughout the region are undertaking projects with support from Columbia Basin Trust. Currently, 23 projects in 18 communities are focusing on improving trails, while 16 organizations in 14 communities are adding 42 trail crew jobs.
“These programs offer a two-pronged approach to growing and upkeeping the trails that are so important to residents, visitors and community well-being,” said Justine Cohen, Manager, Delivery of Benefits, Columbia Basin Trust. “Organizations can tackle their priorities when it comes to making their trail systems the best they can be. Many are also adding to their workforce to accomplish their tasks.”
Projects include activities like building connector trails, enhancing existing trails or adding infrastructure like washrooms or signage. The Trust is also providing wage subsidies so organizations can hire trail workers, enabling unemployed and underemployed Basin residents to gain work experience and advance their skills while enhancing trails.
To view all the recent trail enhancement projects, click here. To view all the recent trail crew projects, click here.
– Article includes information from Columbia Basin Trust – Photo Credit: Columbia Basin Trust, The Fernie Trails Alliance Association is doing trail enhancements and hiring trail crew members with support from Columbia Basin Trust.
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