Saluting Our Volunteer & Mentor – Beth McGee

At the Bay Treasure Chest Count (BTC) on Wednesday, October 4, the Trust team joined members of the BTC executive, and Bay Youth Hub partner group to recognize the long-time contributions of one of our most dedicated and inspirational volunteers. Beth McGee of Seabright is known by many for her volunteer and mentor roles with…

4th Annual Photo Contest Closed Now…

Our volunteer Jury Team are reviewing all entries to select three winners in each the adult and youth categories! Prize winner announcements expected by end of November. Thank you to everyone who submitted beautiful photos to our 4th Annual Photo Contest. The deadline has passed and we will no longer be accepting entries. The volunteer…

Trails Closed For Damage Assessments

The public is asked to remain off the OHV (off-highway vehicle designated trails) within the Five Bridge Lakes Wilderness Area as many were badly damaged following the floods and storm a few weeks ago.  Local assessments are underway involving the N.S. government and ATV Association members to survey the damage and develop a refurbishment plan. …

Ban Lifted on Travel Within the Wilderness Area

The province of Nova Scotia has reopened all trails, parks and woodlands including the Five Bridge Lakes Wilderness Area except those in the fire areas around Shelburne County and anywhere evacuation orders are in place. “We know that using our woods and trails are important to many Nova Scotians’ physical and mental health,” said Tory…