BLT Rails to Trails

04/08/2026

As of April 1st, 2026, the Letter of Authority for the B.L.T. trail has been returned to the Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources and Renewables. The B.L.T. Rails to Trails Association is no longer responsible for the trail and is currently in the process of dissolution.

02/27/2026

Please see the post below from the BLT Rails to Trails Association.

Dear Members, Please accept this email as the official notice of the 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the B.L.T. Tails to Trails Association. Date: March 24, 2025Time: 6:00 PMLocation: Virtual (meeting link to follow) The final agenda, supporting documents, and virtual meeting link will be circu...

02/13/2026

The B.L.T. Rails to Trails Association is inviting businesses, community organizations, and supporters to participate in our five year funding agreement program, designed to provide stable, long term support for the BLT trail.

This funding partnership program supports essential trail maintenance, safety improvements, infrastructure upkeep, and overall sustainability. A multi year approach allows us to plan responsibly, respond to infrastructure needs, and ensure the trail remains safe and accessible for the community.

We are currently looking for funding partners who share our commitment to outdoor recreation, community well-being, and environmental stewardship.

If you are interested in becoming a funding partner or would like more information, please contact [email protected]

Please note that the B.L.T. Rails to Trails Association is a registered non profit organization but does not currently hold CRA charitable status and, as a result, is unable to issue charitable tax receipts.

Thank you for supporting a trail that connects our communities and benefits everyone.

The B.L.T. Rails to Trails Association is inviting businesses, community organizations, and supporters to participate in our five year funding agreement program, designed to provide stable, long term support for the BLT trail. This funding partnership program supports essential trail maintenance, sa...

02/13/2026

The B.L.T. Rails to Trails Association is seeking committed community volunteers to help guide the future of the BLT Trail and ensure this important community asset continues to be maintained and developed.

We are currently recruiting for the following volunteer leadership positions:
• Chairperson
• Vice Chair
• Treasurer
• Corporate Secretary
• Additional Board Members (Min of 3)

Board members play a key role in the stewardship and oversight of the trail. Responsibilities include:
• Managing and maintaining the trail
• Applying for and writing grant applications (including submitting final reports)
• Determining scope of work and project priorities
• Working with contractors on trail repairs and improvements
• Completing basic trail maintenance
• Working with the Province, HRM, and other stakeholders regarding trail status
• Maintaining the Association’s membership
• Supporting and maintaining social media and website content

The expected time commitment for most Board roles is approximately 5 to 10 hours per week. The Chairperson role requires a greater commitment, approximately 20 or more hours per week.

This is a meaningful opportunity to contribute to your community, support outdoor recreation, and help shape the long term future of the BLT Trail.

If you are interested, please submit a cover letter and CV to [email protected] by February 20. In order to be elected as a board member, you must be a member of the B.L.T. Rails to Trails Association (join today).

We appreciate your interest and encourage you to share this opportunity with others who may wish to get involved.

The B.L.T. Rails to Trails Association is seeking committed community volunteers to help guide the future of the BLT Trail and ensure this important community asset continues to be maintained and developed. We are currently recruiting for the following volunteer leadership positions:• Chairperson....

11/20/2025

Please see the post below from the BLT Rails to Trails Association.

November 18, 2025 Department of Natural Resources and RenewablesGovernment of Nova ScotiaPO Box 698Halifax, NSB3J 2T9 Re: Letter of Authority 2004-036, B.L.T. Rails to Trails To whom it may concern, On behalf of the B.L.T. Rails to Trails Association, I am writing to advise the Province of Nova Scot...

11/13/2025

FYI, there is a trail closure on the St. Margaret's Bay Area Rails to Trails tomorrow (Friday, November 14th). Follow their page for further updates!

11/06/2025

FOUND

Reading glasses found on the bench by the waterfall.

10/25/2025

We are out here handing out bike bells until 1pm! Come on by and grab a bell or take a snack break!

10/22/2025

Join us Saturday, October 25th for our last Bike Safety Event of the year! We will have a table set up by the trail’s entrance near parking lot and the Coca-Cola plant where we will be handing out bicycle bells. We will be set-up from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, so stop by and say hi! 🚲

10/18/2025

10/18/2025

A reminder to all trail users that tomorrow, October 18th, is the BMO Ride for Cancer. They are expecting around 1,200 cyclists.

Wishing the best of luck to all the cyclists tomorrow!