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“No Motorized Vehicles” Signs and Fence Installed Along Trail
The Seaton Trail is being damaged by motorcycles and ATV’s. This issue is most prominent along Section 1 (Concession # 3 to Clarke’s Hollow) and Section 3 near the 407 bridge and gravel pit. The Friends of Seaton Trail volunteered
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Interpretive Signs
The Toronto and Regional Conservation Authority (TRCA) has asked for ideas on potential locations along the Seaton Trail where interpretive signage could serve to educate trail users. These signs could include information on natural processes (floral and/or fauna), cultural points
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Trailhead Kiosk Signs ETA: End of September
The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority has completed building the kiosk structures for all primary trailheads (Green River, Whitevale, Forestream, and Grand Valley). The final design for the trailhead signs has been approved, sent to be printed and should be
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30 Meter Re-Route Near Forestream Trail Completed
The Friends successfully completed the opening of a new 30 meter section of trail and closing of the existing trail near Forestream Trail.
It took about 3 hours to complete the task. The volunteers met at the Forestream Trail
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No unauthorized motor vehicles allowed on trails
There has been an increase this year in the unauthorized use of ATV and dirt bikes on sections of the trail. These vehicles cause heavy erosion and damage to the trails. No unauthorized motor vehicles are allowed on the trails.
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Cedar trees removed from Whitevale area
There have been reports of cedar trees being removed from the Whitevale area in a pickup truck. If you see something suspicious please get a description of vehicle and people involved and report to the Friends. The Friends will forward
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CAUTION: Ants on trail
Red ants have been spotted on the Seaton Trail between the 407 bridge and Whitevale. They attract anything that is in there territory so please be careful and don’t stop
The ants may bite your feet, ankle area. Dog walkers
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Unauthorized Use of Motorized Vehicles
Picked up ‘Unauthorized Use of Motorized Vehicle’ signage from TRCA for posting along the Seaton Trail
End to End Seaton Trail Survey
Conducted End to End (26km) Seaton Trail Survey defining problems areas and possible work activities. Report complied and delivered to the TRCA and Del on May 10, 2010.
Latest News
November 23, 2010
The Seaton Trail is being damaged by motorcycles and ATV’s. This issue is most prominent along Section 1 (Concession # 3 to Clarke’s Hollow) and Section 3 near the 407…
September 24, 2010
The Toronto and Regional Conservation Authority (TRCA) has asked for ideas on potential locations along the Seaton Trail where interpretive signage could serve to educate…
September 8, 2010
The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority has completed building the kiosk structures for all primary trailheads (Green River, Whitevale, Forestream, and Grand Valley).…
Latest Events
May 15, 2011
Introduction to the Seaton Trail to Bruce Trail Conservancy Memebers. The trail follows West Duffins Creek that winds through a riparian habitat, all within Pickering,…
January 26, 2011
We’re going to walk the first section of the Seaton Hiking Trail starting from south end parking lot (Coordinates: N43.86403 W79.09846). Depending on the condition, we…
October 17, 2010
Here’s your chance to give back to the Seaton Trail. We are planning some trail work on Sunday Oct 17, 2010 and we are looking for volunteers. We will be meeting at Rossland…
October 17, 2010
Meet at Forestream Trail at 9:15. Walk north to Whitevale for 4 km, easy pace. Stop and have something to eat and drink, than back to Forestream Trail. Total 8 km approximately 2½…
