Minnedosa Tribune
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DARRELL NESBITT/MINNEDOSA TRIBUNE
Although the flocks of Canada geese are not massive at this time of the year, they are large enough to tell the story that fall is here and winter may not be that far behind. According to the Manitoba Wildlife Federation, this is the time of year to check flight patterns, to make local contact with farmers, and take the opportunity to enjoy the wonderful views and sounds of geese in stubble fields.
Area trails receiving grant funding
the anticipated Squirrel Stash Sea Can New Trail / Enhancement.
Four area trail groups located in Erickson, Minnedosa, Onanole, and Rossburn are receiving a needed bump in grant funding in part by Manitoba’s 2025 Trails Manitoba grant program, supporting the development and enhancement of trails across the province.
Minnedosa’s Valley Life Recreation will be receiving $3,233 for
Friends of Riding Mountain Trail Stewards Program Maintenance
will be receiving $5,000, and the Onanole area will also see a $10,000 grant towards Leda Lake Trail Head Enhancement (Phase 2 Leda Lake Park) New Trail / Enhancement – this through The Score Store.
The Rossburn Subdivision Trail Association (RSTA) will re-
ceive two separate grant amounts – $5,230 for the walking trail rehabilitation in the Erickson area, and $15,000 for General Trail Maintenance from Russell to Neepawa.
“RSTA is very grateful to receive this financial support,” said Ilse Ketelsen, RSTA secretarytreasurer. “It helps us to maintain our trails and keep them in good shape for trail users to enjoy the Trans Canada Trail.”
Through the Manitoba government and Trails Manitoba, Manitobans will see improvements to more than 30 recreational trails across the province – an amount totaling over $592,000 in funding.
“Trails provide important opportunities for Manitobans to spend time outdoors and enjoy nature all year long,” said Environment and Climate Change Minister Mike Moyes. “This funding will help improve a number of
walking, biking, skiing, all-terrain vehicle and snowmobile trails across the province and ensure Manitobans can continue to explore the great outdoors for many years to come.”
The Trails Manitoba grant program supports new recreational trail opportunities, develops present trails through improvements, and provides funding for continued trail maintenance.
RACHEAL FLINTOFT
Minnedosa Tribune