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Hike Nova Scotia encourages and promotes hiking, walking and snowshoeing throughout Nova Scotia.
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Hike Nova Scotia now has T-shirts for purchase for $15. Contact us to place your order:
Women's:
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Chocolate - M, XL
Men's:
Cardinal Red - S, M, L, XL
Green - M, L
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Hike Nova Scotia E-News April 2013
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Guides Jot Down Every Step for Hiking Challenge
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The 4th Hammonds Plains Guides go for a hike.
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By David Redwood
Girl Guides in Nova Scotia have hiked with new purpose over the last two years. It's due to a Hiker Distance Award program that challenges the girls, and their leaders, to log their kilometres as they pound the trails. The crest is a success with the kids and a boon for guide leaders who might not have hit the paths as frequently.
"I thought it was great, because I'm not an outdoorsy type other than what I have to do," said Mary Louise Johnson, a leader with the 1st Aylesford Pathfinders. "I love camping. We always go camping two or three times, but I don't always focus on that and I should. And I thought it was great because it gave us the excuse. Like: 'OK girls, we really need to do this.'" Read full article here.
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Call for Board Members & Nominations
Hike Nova Scotia seeks board members across the province who love hiking and can contribute to moving Hike NS forward. The Hike NS board is a working board. It's looking for board members who have the time and energy to devote to running this volunteer-driven organization. Help Hike NS achieve its mandate of creating a culture of hiking, walking and snowshoeing in our beautiful province. There are some perks; travel is reimbursed and lunch or snacks are provided for the five to six meetings per year. Board members are expected to contribute some hours each month to board work. Various positions are available. Contact Hike NS at info@hikenovascotia.ca to express your interest in becoming a board member or nominate someone you think would be a good addition to the board. Check out the websiteto learn more about Hike NS.
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Take Action & Give Your Input
Draft Parks & Protected Areas Plan Ready for Feedback
Give your feedback online by May 1 or attend one of 17 public consultation sessions in March and April across NS.
Western Crown Land Planning Process
The provincial government is seeking input from the public on three specific questions regarding the use of Crown land in Western Nova Scotia . These questions will also be posed at open house consultation sessions in March and April in the area or you can provide feedback online by April 10.
HRM Active Transportation Plan Review Open Houses
From March 20 to April 10 there are six open houses at which the public can give feedback on HRM's Active Transportation Plan. There is also an online survey where you can give input.
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Save the Date: Hiking Summit June 21-22
Hike Nova Scotia will host its second Hiking Summit at the Gaelic College in St Ann's, Cape Breton on June 21 and 22 (Friday and Saturday). Details are still being finalized, but if it's anything like the first Summit, you won't want to miss it! Stay tuned.
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Hike for Hospice 2013: May 5
Every year on the first Sunday in May (May 5, 2013), rain or shine, hospice and palliative care supporters across Canada hike to raise awareness about the cause. Hospice of Greater Halifax Society has been participating in Hike for Hospice annually since 2006 in an effort to raise funds with the goal for enhancing hospice care in our region.
It's an easy 4-km walk, suitable for everyone; this year there is an option for a longer hike. All participants are welcome and there are refreshments provided at the end of the hike. We encourage participants to register early again this year, as those registering before April, 22 will qualify to have their name in the early bird draw for a prize (last year the prize was an iPod Nano).
There are two ways to register: either online or by paper form - to access either, or to have more information on the hike contact Marguerite at the Hospice Office at 446-0929, send an e-mail to care@hospicehalifax.org or click here.
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Quick Hiking/Trail News Hits
These are some news hits from www.twitter.com/HikeNS:
- New NS Tourism ads feature outdoor activities including walking, hiking & cycling view
- Trail breaks ground with Braille signs read
- Trail fans to meet in Scotsburn read
- 20% discount on hiking books (electronic or paper) Mar. 15-Apr. 15 ordered through Goose Lane read
- Discarded shingles could pave South Shore trail read
- Have you signed this petition? Help CWF get 3 bats listed under SARA before it's too late read
- Pathfinders jot down every step for hiking challenge read
- Three parcels of land preserved read
Check out Hike Nova Scotia's online events listing here.
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| Featured Trail: Blomidon Provincial Park
Trail Name: Blomidon Provincial Park
Location: Canning
Description: "Rising majestically from the shores of the Minas Basin, Blomidon Provincial Park is renowned for its spectacular views. Blomidon's 759 ha (1,875 acres) include 180 m (600 ft.) high cliffs, a variety of habitats, striking natural features, abundant wildlife -- and the world's highest tides wash its shores. These natural attractions provide excellent opportunities for camping, hiking, beachcombing, photography or just appreciating nature." Blomidon is host to 14 km of interconnected trails with a variety of habitats and scenic look-offs.
Map: Find a map and directions here.
Find our Featured Trails listed on the Hike NS Blog.
If you have a featured trail you'd like to share, please send it along to info@hikenovascotia.ca. Please include the following: 1) Trail Name; 2) Location; 3) Brief description of no more than 250 words; 4) Website address where a map and more details can be viewed; and 5) Your full name.
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