Spring is here and May is shaping up to be a busy and exciting month on the trails!
Upcoming Events in May
Join the Rainbow Routes Association for a variety of events this month:
- May 1 + 2 – Jane’s Walks with Paul Haynes
- May 14 – Lake Laurentian Conservation Area with Ramakko’s & KEEN
- May 27 – Speaker event with Monique Giroux – Walking The Way: Stories & Strategies for Your Camino. This is a ticketed event, and we are over 50% sold out! Get your tickets now.
Whether you’re looking to get outside, meet new people, or start planning a long-distance hike, there’s something for everyone. Check out the events page on our website for more information and to register for events!
https://www.rainbowroutes.com/events
Sudbury Camino Registration is Open!
Put on those hiking boots and join us on August 15, 2026 as we hike along 30 km of the Trans Canada Trail. For more information about the event click here.
Trail Program Training
Interested in volunteering on our hikes? On May 7 and 14 Angela Miller will be leading a virtual training session for people interested in the key roles volunteers play on leading hikes with Rainbow Routes. Join us to build the skills and confidence to guide others on the trails.
There will be an in-person session to complete on the evening of May 28, which is also an open hike to our community. Find out more by signing up here to become a volunteer with RRA or send an email to inquire about more information to rainbowroutesinfo@gmail.com.
Trail Maintenance Training
Help care for our local trail network by taking part in our Trail Maintenance Training session on May 23 at the Lake Laurentian Ski Cottage hosted by Erik Barr. Learn hands-on skills so you can volunteer with our trail maintenance crew and make a direct impact on the trails we all love! Registration is required – click here to register
Get Involved
We’re growing, and looking for passionate people to join us:
- Volunteer Treasurer – Do you have bookkeeping experience? Help support the organization behind the scenes.
- Two Summer Youth Employment Positions – We’re hiring a Trail Liaison and a Recreation Program Coordinator. If you want to get paid to get out on the trails, apply on our website!
If you’re interested in these opportunities, check out our website: https://www.rainbowroutes.com/jobs-and-volunteering
