Water Trails
Water trails, also referred to as blueways or paddling trails, are marked routes on navigable waterways such as rivers, lakes, canals and coastlines for people using small non-motorized boats such as kayaks, canoes, rafts, or rowboats. Some trails may be suitable for float tubing or developed in concert with motorized use. They include: signs and route markers; maps; facilities for parking, boat ramps or docks, and places to camp and picnic.
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Upcoming trainings for Water Trails
Outdoor Recreation Roadmap: A Community-Led Approach to Leveraging Your Natural Assets for Economic Success and Local Renewal
September 16 - October 21, 2025
Do-It-Yourself Visitor Research for Parks, Trails, Heritage Sites and the Towns that Serve Them
September 17 - October 01, 2025
Tell Your Economic Story Without Hiring an Economist: Trails, Parks, Heritage Areas & Conserved Lands
October 15 - November 12, 2025
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