 | You don't have to go far for a walk...check out the village trails. See more including our interactive trail map at www.connectingalbertcounty.org/trails (Picture of Hillsborough Lake Marsh Trail by Annick Butland.) |
 Maps of Fundy National Park (FNP) are available at both park gates, the Visitor Centre and other locations within FNP. Also, find more details about the trails at www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/nb/fundy/activ/sentiers-trails
 Explore the trails of Albert County and surrounding regions with like-minded people - check out our list of outdoor active groups and naturalist groups. We also have a list of websites and apps to help you find new trails. (Image by Paul Gaudet of the Outdoor Enthusiasts! Club of Moncton.)
For more information on Trails, see Exploring Our Trails.  Check out the many trails in and around the Town of Riverview in Albert County, New Brunswick. (Picture of the Dobson Trail by Ash Arrowsmith.)
 Fundy Trail Parkway is one step closer to becoming more accessible to Albert County. Now connecting Sussex Corner to the park’s east entrance and gate, the Fundy Trail Parkway has a variety of hiking paths to suit various fitness and energy levels. Whether you are seeking an easy stroll on a beach or a challenging wilderness hike along the extreme Fundy Coast, we think you’ll find what you’re looking for within this not-for-profit nature park. (Image by Janet Wallace)
 My first experience of Shepody Mountain was a challenging hike to the summit in a snowstorm. In the dark. With sounds muffled and visibility reduced to my headlamp’s range, I felt cocooned. This, with the increasing angle of the climb, kept me so focussed on my body’s rhythm that the trek upward became like a meditation.
 By Ken Arsenault
If you are an experienced hiker, you are probably aware of the Leave No Trace (LNT) principles. Many of the ideas come from common sense backwoods etiquette; there is more to it than “Pack it in, pack it out.” “Leave No Trace” was founded in 1987. In this educational program, people are encouraged to practice responsible outdoor recreation through education, research and partnerships. Many corporations and outdoor groups have adopted this philosophy. I will discuss the seven principles and suggest things we can all do to help make the backwoods experience more enjoyable for ourselves and others.  By Julie Kean Marks
Have you hiked the Mapleton Acadian Forest Trail near Elgin? I highly recommend this quiet 3-km nature trail to anyone who would like to spend a peaceful hour or two exploring the Mapleton Acadian Forest Nature Preserve. As you meander up hill and down dale, you will discover small waterways, footbridges, interpretive signs, ravines, and a variety of hardwoods and softwoods in the Acadian Forest. You will hear brooks gurgling, squirrels chattering and birds calling. You might also catch a glimpse of wildlife or a maple sugar camp in the distance. If you have not had the pleasure of experiencing this tranquil trail, come out and see for yourself! During the winter, you might need snowshoes or ice-grippers, depending on the conditions. (Note: bikes are not permitted on the trail.)  Text and images by Kat Hallett
In Albert County, we are lucky to have access to so many beautiful hiking trails. From the Riverfront Trail along the shores of the mighty Petitcodiac in Riverview, to the expansive trail network cutting through the Acadian Forest in Fundy National Park, there is truly something for every trail user, regardless of their experience or fitness level. |
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