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Hiking Trails of Mainland Nova Scotia, 10th Edition

by (author) Michael Haynes

Publisher
Goose Lane Editions
Initial publish date
Sep 2024
Category
Atlantic Provinces, Hikes & Walks, Hiking
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9781773102504
    Publish Date
    Sep 2024
    List Price
    $29.95

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Description

Calling all adventure seekers: the 10th edition of Hiking Trails of Mainland Nova Scotia is now available. This gorgeously illustrated trail guide shows off the most beautiful hiking routes that Nova Scotia has to offer. Written by the East Coast’s most accomplished hiker, Michael Haynes, Hiking Trails of Mainland Nova Scotia highlights 60 of the province’s most picturesque trails, organized by location based on some of the area’s iconic scenic drives, including the Halifax and the Eastern Shore’s Marine Drive, the South Shore’s Lighthouse Route, and Kejimkujik National Park.

Each trail entry features detailed maps, route descriptions, and an array of useful information — including highlights and notable sites along the trail, facilities, trail conditions, and potential hazards. From shorter day hikes such as the Mill Falls Trail to the 50 km, multi-day hike through Cape Chignecto Provincial Park, Hiking Trails of Mainland Nova Scotia gives hikers of all stripes the opportunity to plan the perfect outdoor adventure.

About the author

Michael Haynes is one of the leading authorities of the outdoors in Eastern Canada. He is the Director of TransActive Solutions, a company dedicated to improving the walkability and bikeability of Canadian communities. Previously, he was the National Active Transportation and TrailsCanada Coordinator of Go for Green and the Executive Director of the Nova Scotia Trails Federation. Recently, Michael has worked on project teams developing a Pedestrian and Cycling Plan for the Regional Municipality of York Ontario, the Regional Trail Plan for Chatham-Kent Ontario, the Active Transportation Plan for the Halifax Regional Municipality Nova Scotia, the Hub Trail System for Sault Ste. Marie Ontario, and a rural trail development manual for the province of Alberta. Michael has conducted workshops on Active Transportation more than 50 communities across Canada and regularly presents on trails across Canada and internationally. Michael is a member of the Province of Ontario's Trails Coordinating Committee and the Public Health Agency of Canada's Advisory Committee for Active Transportation. A frequent guest on CBC radio, he now lives In Halifax, Nova Scotia.

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