Brenden Blotnicky: Trans Canada Trail

Without Compromise

Brenden Blotnicky, Manager of Trail Development & Volunteers for Trans Canada Trail, joins us to explore how one of the world’s longest recreational networks comes to life, and thrives. From early-morning runs along the salt marshes of Nova Scotia to coordinating national trail expansions and volunteer programs, Brenden brings both heart and strategy to a job that connects communities across Canada. In this episode, we dig into his path to trail stewardship, how his background in environmental management shapes his work, and the real-world impact of support from Athletic Brewing’s Two for the Trails program. Brenden also shares the lessons he’s learned from volunteers, the biggest challenges of scaling a national trail system, and why he believes the future of sustainable recreation starts with community. While you're listening, dreaming of being out on a trail or your next adventure, crack open a cold Athletic brew!