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Trail development project in Trenton
May 28 - June 10, 2006August 6 - August 26, 2006

Volunteer project: Trenton is
an active community continuously improving recreational
opportunities for all ages.
The goal of the project is planning, building, and utilizing trails
within the town. The volunteers will be working on the first phase
of the project which is development of Smelt Brook Trail. The
benefits of this trail will bring revitalization back to the town.
The project will allow the participants to interact with the general
public, they will have the opportunity to gain and hone skills in
junior management, networking, communications and teamwork.

The Smelt Brook Trail will link the
main street area and loop around utilizing a natural ravine and
another street. The volunteers will clean up the site which would
involve cleaning brush and removing any large pieces of dead wood
and garbage. Together with local volunteers, the workcamp
participants will assist in other activities like drainage tile
installation, tread surfacing, abutment and bridge installation,
bank stabilization, trail head development and signage installation.
Volunteers will help also with the preparation of media releases.

Study part: The international
volunteer group will review existing trail developments by visiting
existing trails and learning about the challenges and ideas.
Volunteers will also undertake training for GPS use in determining
trails corridor alignment. When certain topics regarding trail
development arises, the participants will research the Provincial
Trails Manual to support ideas generated within the project.

Accommodation:
The volunteer group will be accommodated in the local school
gymnasium. They will need to bring sleeping bags.


Location: The Town of Trenton
is located on the Northumberland coast of northern Nova Scotia. On
the shores of the East River, Trenton is a small town with a lot to
offer. It is a community with a great history that was founded
around industry and is noted for being the birthplace of the first
pouring of steel in British North America.
Located in Trenton is one of the finest parks in Nova Scotia,
Trenton Steeltown Centennial Park. This beautiful park offers both
fun and relaxation with its 3 large stocked ponds, a mini-golf
course, and a large swimming pool. The closest international airport
is located in Halifax, which is approximately 100km.

Age limit: 18-30 years



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phone: 604-628-7400






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