Paudash Trail Blazers is with Municipality of Highlands East.

2 days ago

Three Club Committee members had the opportunity to meet with Mayor Dave Burton and Councillor Cam McKenzie at the Paudash Trail Blazers Clubhouse this week. This was our second meeting in recent months, and more importantly, the start of a more regular and collaborative working relationship.

The discussion was productive and grounded in the realities of running a volunteer-driven, not-for-profit club. We walked through:
• Highlights and challenges from the 2025/2026 season
• Projects completed and those already approved for 2026/2027
• A forward-looking list of priorities, many of which require funding, additional resources, or new landowner agreements

A key focus remains our effort to reduce road running by rerouting trails away from plowed municipal roads, thereby improving safety, preserving equipment, and delivering a better riding experience. We are also focused on trail modifications to enable earlier openings and later-season closings.

Club President Jon Cumming spoke to the importance of the relationship:
“It’s great to have a partner like Highlands East that understands the importance of organized sports like snowmobiling. As a not-for-profit organization that is part of a province-wide federation of clubs, there is never enough funding or resources to maintain our trail network.”
This partnership is already making a difference.

Highlands East has been a strong supporter in recent years, including playing a pivotal role in the 606 railbed bridge replacement near Farr Road, restoring critical access to Wilberforce and strengthening our trail system for riders across the region.

Mayor Burton reinforced the broader impact:
“Snowmobiling brings a much-needed economic boost to our communities, supporting local businesses, accommodations, and restaurants.”

That alignment matters because what we build together isn’t just a trail system, it’s a winter economy, a community asset, and an experience that keeps people coming back.

Appreciation where it’s due. Momentum where it counts.

We are proud to partner with Highlands East. We’re working to keep the trails (and the collaboration) running strong! ... See MoreSee Less