George Trails

10/09/2026

10/09/2026

Frontier Medix

🚑 A very special feature for the Frontier Medix team! ❤️

We are incredibly grateful to Devoted Digital Magazine for featuring Frontier Medix in their latest issue.

Behind every ambulance, every emergency call and every event are people who give their time, skill and heart to helping others when it matters most.

To our crews, thank you for the long hours, the compassion, the professionalism and for answering the call, day after day. 🚑❤️

#0749910911

https://devotedmag.co.za/magazines/ -ethics-in-an-age-of-exposure/2/

10/09/2026

TRAIL EVENTS TO LOOK FORWARD TO

There’s plenty happening on the trails and roads around the Garden Route, with four exciting events coming up:

C2C Eden XCC — 12 September 2026, George

C2C Harvest Ultra — 17 October 2026, George

SA Nationals Criterium Championships — 30 October–1 November 2026, George

Whether you’re into cycling, trail running or endurance challenges, there’s an event to get you outdoors, active and enjoying our incredible natural surroundings.

Visit the George Trails events page to see what’s coming up and find an event that’s right for you: https://georgetrails.org.za/events-upcoming-events/

If you know of an event that should be listed? Event organizers can submit their event to George Trails for consideration.

09/09/2026

George Trails and our Ambassadors invest a great deal of time and resources into keeping the trails neat, clean and safe for everyone to enjoy.

Unfortunately, some of the trail signage is already being vandalised. These signs are there for everyone’s safety and are placed specifically on purpose-built MTB sections. They also help alert hikers and other trail users to take extra care, be aware of their surroundings and listen out for riders approaching at speed.

The flow direction shown on the signage is intended for riders. In some sections, it may actually be safer for hikers to move against the riding flow so they can see approaching riders and move off the trail when necessary.

Please respect the work that goes into maintaining and improving our trail network. If you see anyone damaging or removing signage, please let us know. Our aim is not to point fingers, but to educate and help everyone understand why these signs are important.

Together, we can keep the trails safe, well maintained and enjoyable for everyone.

07/09/2026

*Help us grow Alexander's Great Forest this Arbor Month* 🌳

The land at the bottom of Arbour Road surrounding the GTR start, where the plantation has been cut down, is being transformed into something special.

*Buy one tree. Plant two. It is that simple.*

For every tree purchased during Arbor Month, an additional indigenous tree will be planted into Alexander's Great Forest completely free. Whether you are buying a tree for your own garden or contributing one directly to the forest, either way two trees go in the ground. The one you purchase and a free one planted straight into the forest on your behalf. 🌳🌳

Scan the QR code or visit www.alexanderswish.co.za to purchase your tree and give back 🫶🏻

05/09/2026

A week of free access to some of the Western Cape’s most spectacular natural spaces is on offer this September, as CapeNature opens the gates to selected nature reserves for its 12th annual Access Week. Taking place from 19–25 September 2026 under the theme “Nature is for Everyone”, Access Week invites individuals, families and communities to explore participating reserves without paying a conservation entry fee.

https://www.capenature.co.za/news/2026/explore-the-western-cape-for-free-this-access-week-nature-is-for-everyone

05/09/2026

TRAIL SAFETY: COMMUNITY ACTION MATTERS

This morning, the Garden Route Trail Running (GTR) community spotted smoke in the mountains and raised the alarm.

Through the George Trails community, we were able to get hold of CapeNature, who responded immediately. Their team went out, located the source and found the remains of a campfire that had been left unattended.

In dry mountain vegetation, an unattended fire can quickly become a serious wildfire. Thankfully, this one was found and extinguished before it could spread.

A huge thank you to the GTR community for spotting the smoke, taking action and helping get the right people involved — and to the CapeNature team for responding so quickly.

This is what community is about: looking out for each other and protecting the incredible natural environment we all enjoy.

Please remember: no unattended fires or open flames on or near our trails.

-together

05/09/2026

Save these numbers

04/09/2026

As we head into spring, remember that George weather can change quickly — especially around the mountains and on the trails.

Before you head out for your next run, hike or ride, check the latest weather conditions and plan accordingly. Make safe choices. DRESS FOR THE WEATHER.
Wear suitable clothing and carry an extra layer. Mountain conditions can change quickly.

Check the George Trails Weather page:https://georgetrails.org.za/weather

HIKE SMART. RIDE SMART. RUN SMART