Sentier NB Trail

Local Trail Sponsors

Who are the Local Trail Sponsors?
Local Trail Sponsors (LTS) of the New Brunswick Trails Council Inc. are volunteer and/or not-for-profit groups that manage trails within New Brunswick. This can be a group managing a local portion of a larger system such as the Sentier NB Trail, a group running a trail system of your own such as the International Appalachian Trail, or even a body managing a piece of property that incorporates trails in its responsibilities.

What do they do?
These groups help to build, maintain, and promote New Brunswick's trails on a local level. It is thanks to them that we are able get local businesses, municipal governments, and individuals involved in all aspects of trail development.

LTS BENEFITS

Coverage under the New Brunswick Trails Council Inc. insurance policy if on SNBT
May apply to use equipment owned by the New Brunswick Trails Council Inc.
May apply to use the NBTCI Charitable number for fundraising
Access to funding programs as and when they become available
Access to staff experienced in:
- Trail planning and design
- Fundraising
- Event Planning
- Volunteer Management
Use of the NBTCI logo on promotional material
Use of NBTCI programs
One vote at the Annual General Meeting
Access to Sign Standards Manual, Construction Manual and any other publications in our library
Priority access to our technical staff from June 1st to Sept. 30th.
Our trained staff will respond ASAP if you have any major trail damage
Statistical data and research on trail benefits
Will be supplied NBTCI signage as required
Marketing and promotion opportunities
Trail Development opportunities

LTS RESPONSIBILITIES

Promote NBTCI membership program and sell memberships
Provide an updated list of executive on an annual basis
Pay annual membership fee of $250
Participate in zone meetings (min. 1 per year)
Act as a liaison for the NBTCI and abide by the Guidelines and Bylaws laid forth by the organization
Conduct visual inspections of trail and report concerns
Assist in regular maintenance (i.e. Grass cutting and garbage clean-up)

Equipment available to Trail Sponsor groups
The New Brunswick Trails Council Inc. has a good deal of equipment available to volunteers who are looking to build or maintain trail in New Brunswick. This equipment is accessible based on availability and, in the case of power equipment, proof of proper safety certification of the operators.

Also don't forget that the Trails Council has manuals for trail construction, maintenance and signage.

Available to all volunteers: