September 18-19, 2026 | The Pas, Manitobailsmanitoba.ca/grants.
Following the success of last year’s event, Trail Talks 2026 is heading north!
Hosted by Trails Manitoba, with support from our Sector Development Partner, Travel Manitoba, this year’s gathering will take place September 18-19, 2026, bringing Manitoba’s recreational trail community together for two days of learning, networking, collaboration and on-trail experiences.
Trail Talks is an opportunity for trail stewards, volunteers, organizations, communities, partners and outdoor champions from across Manitoba to connect, share knowledge and explore opportunities for the future of recreational trails in our province.
This year, we are especially excited to showcase the trails, communities and incredible landscapes of northern Manitoba.
Register for Trail Talks 2026: https://forms.gle/WGUjbwqNB3voax4cA
Two Days of Trails, Learning & Connection
Friday, September 18 | Northern Trail Experiences
Participants will hit the road for a full day of guided trail experiences, visiting Clearwater Lake, Flin Flon and Cranberry Portage. The day will provide an opportunity to experience northern Manitoba’s trails firsthand, meet local trail champions and learn more about the work happening in these communities.
An evening networking event will follow.
Saturday, September 19 | Trail Talks Conference in The Pas
The main Trail Talks conference will take place in The Pas, featuring presentations, discussions and opportunities to exchange ideas with people working throughout Manitoba’s recreational trail sector.
Topics will explore the role trails play in our communities, their economic and social impact, lessons from trail projects across Manitoba, and opportunities for the future of our provincial trail network.
A second evening networking event will close out the Trail Talks experience.
The full Trail Talks 2026 agenda and additional event details (including event sponsors) will be posted closer to the event as they are finalized.
Event Details
Thanks to the generous support of our partners and sponsors, Trail Talks 2026 is once again being offered free of charge to Trails Manitoba members.
Registration includes:
- Trail Talks conference and guided trail experiences
- Meals during the two-day event
- Two evening networking events
- Round-trip charter bus transportation from Winnipeg for registered participants who secure one of the limited seats
Accommodations, meals during travel days and personal expenses are not included.
Who Can Attend?
Trail Talks 2026 is open and free of charge to Trails Manitoba members.
Member organizations may register up to two representatives per organization. Individual/Household Members may register one representative. Should additional capacity become available, registered organizations will be notified.
Not currently a Trails Manitoba member? We encourage interested trail organizations and individuals to learn more about membership and connect with us about getting involved.
Each person attending Trail Talks must complete their own registration. Registration is important to help us coordinate transportation, meals, activities and other event logistics.
Charter Bus Transportation
Through the generous support of The Pas Destination Marketing Committee, charter bus transportation provided by Kasper Bus Lines has been secured for Trail Talks participants.
The bus has capacity for 56 passengers, with seats available on a first-come, first-served basis.
The bus is scheduled to depart Winnipeg on Thursday, September 17, at approximately 9:00 a.m., with two additional pickup locations along the route. It will return to Winnipeg on Sunday, September 20.
For participants who secure a bus seat, transportation throughout the Trail Talks experience will be coordinated as part of the event.
Accommodations
Participants are responsible for booking and paying for their own accommodations.
Trails Manitoba has reserved a limited block of rooms at the Andersen Inn & Suites in The Pas. Participants are encouraged to contact the hotel directly to reserve accommodations as soon as possible, as availability is limited.
Building Manitoba’s Trail Community
Trail Talks is more than a conference. It is an opportunity to bring together the people who build, maintain, promote, support and champion recreational trails across Manitoba.
By sharing experiences, learning from one another and experiencing trails firsthand, Trail Talks helps strengthen relationships across the sector and advance our shared vision of connecting everyone in Manitoba to trails.
We look forward to welcoming Manitoba’s trail community to the north for an unforgettable Trail Talks 2026.
For more information on the event, please contact Trails Manitoba staff at: info@trailsmanitoba.ca