Hastings County has taken some action to protect and enhance its trail system.
Warden Rick Phillips announced, at the meeting of county council on Thursday, that the county is now the sole owner of the Hastings Heritage Trail.
County Council passed a by-law that allows the purchase of that half of the trail that has been owned by the province of Ontario.
The purchase took place in May but was officially completed this month.
County Warden Rick Phillips says, “Hastings County recognizes the importance of trails and their contribution to health and well-being. When the province announced its intention to sell its 50% share, the county acted quickly to ensure it remains accessible for locals, visitors and future generations to explore and experience.”
Hastings Heritage Trail is a four-season recreational corridor stretching 156 kilometres from Glen Ross in the City of Quinte West to its most northerly point adjacent to Lake St. Peter in the Hastings Highlands.
The trail is used year round by snowmobilers, dogsledders, ATV enthusiasts, cyclists and many more.
The trail is managed on behalf of the County by the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance.
