Research shows that trails create jobs, enhance property values, expand local businesses, attract new or relocating businesses, increase tax revenues, decrease local government expenditures and promote community well-being. In 1992 a handful of outdoor enthusiasts realized that there was a vanishing amount of accessible old growth left on the Upper Sunshine Coast. Membership grew rapidly in excess of one hundred. The society meets regularly and has an eight member executive committee. It issues newsletters that are distributed by mail.
Membership is open to anyone for a nominal fee.
We have also built the Sunshine Coast Trail, linking these attractions and others. Through participation at various tables we work toward the designation of Duck, Confederation and Malaspina as Class A Provincial Parks. We host hikes and advertise through the media. We cultivate good working relationships with industry and government representatives. Many community groups are participating in this historic project, and more are joining.