Member Report
The Pinawa Friends of the TCT ( PFTCT )
Part of the success of the PTA is the support of the PFTCT . The PFTCT was founded in 2013 by a group of avid trail enthusiasts that wanted to protect the greenway status of our TCT and its mission is “ to Promote and Protect the TCT as it passes through Pinawa ”! Its first President was Donna Warenko , aka The Traillady . These Friends have been absolutely crucial to the success of the Pinawa Section of trail . They have lobbied various groups including the LGD of Pinawa Council to ensure we have a superb trail that is highly visible throughout the Province and worldwide . Their blog reaches a great many people advertising the events they plan and host on the Pinawa TCT . They are a tremendous asset to the trail builders and maintainers and sole “ keepers ” of the EcoCounter data that continues to secure grant and sponsorship funds for this section of the TCT .
It is over 200 members strong and these folks volunteer over 300 hours to trail work annually . The PFTCT support the marketing and necessary promotion required for many grants , for example , Keen Footwear and TCT Spring Tune up grants . Their events are highlighted on various web sites ( Trails MB , TCT ) and in the local newspapers ( The Clipper ). They maintain a Facebook page https :// www . facebook . com / PFTCT / with over 700 followers . They participated in the Great Canadian Geographic Treasure Hunt this past year with 2 treasures hidden . They support the trail through membership , raffles and grant success ! The PFTCT host numerous events throughout the entire year ( yes , even winter hikes )! A few photos are included here !
The PFTCT are indeed an important part of the success of TGT in Pinawa !
A Blue Moon Eclipse Hike January 20 led by Peter Taylor started the year off !
Annual Report -2019 Year in Review p . 23