A Canadian Story Makes Us Proud

"A hand up, not a handout," Project Manager, Shane Carmichael.

Carmichael divides his time between Louisiana and Haldimand, Ontario. He is co-founder of Day of 1000 Canoes. www.1000canoes.com
Article in The Hamilton Spector, May 18, 2011
The Canadian Press (Click 3X on photo for larger image.)

Footpath Along the Grand Valley Trail

In York, the trail winds past the door of an early inn, Enniskillen Lodge, formerly the Mansion House. The white blazes are readily visible on road signs, posts and utility poles.

Photos by Lorna (Click 3X on photo for larger image.)

A Single white blaze, a white mark about five cm by fifteen cm, indicates the path. Two blazes placed one above the other indicate a change of direction -- the top blaze offset to the left or right.

The Grand Valley Trail Association, a charitable foundation, was founded in 1972. Portions of the footpath were later supported by various organizations. http://www.gvta.on.ca/

A Series, including historical notes, "Take-a-Hike" by Bill Haartman can be accessed on the GVTA website.