Friends of Kananaskis Country marks 30 years of trail stewardship
The volunteer group has spent three decades maintaining trails and educating visitors across the popular mountain recreation area.
Why it matters
Volunteer stewardship groups play a key role in maintaining Alberta's heavily used mountain trails and public lands.
The Friends of Kananaskis Country is marking 30 years of volunteer work in the region, an organization described as a first line of defence for trail care, stewardship and public education in the popular mountain park area southwest of Calgary.
Over the past three decades, the non-profit has supported trail maintenance and visitor education efforts throughout Kananaskis Country, which draws large numbers of hikers, campers and outdoor enthusiasts each year.
The anniversary comes as the organization reflects on its long-running role in helping preserve the area's extensive trail network and support visitor safety and awareness programs.
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