Registration and Fees

IMPORTANT: Please note that in addition to the registration fee there will also be additional expenses in relation to accommodations and 8 day Long Term Parking . Please see our Accommodations page for further details.

Adult:

• Early Bird: 6 Jan 2026 – Mar 31 2026 – $899 +  processing fees + HST
• April 1 to May 31, 2026: $1100 + $55.94  processing fee + 150.27 HST = 1306.21
• Lists of what is and is not included are included below.

Waterfront Trail Champion – Fundraising Option:

• $775+  processing fee+ HST
• $1,000 required fundraising
• Find out more about the League of Extraordinary Waterfront Trail Champions and how to become one.

Personal Support Vehicle

• $800 + $40.68 processing fee+ $109.29 HST= $949.97

Youth rider (aged 16- 30):

• $800 + $40. 68 processing fee + $109.29 HST  =  $949.97

Child:

The 20256 GWTA is considered unsuitable for children under the age of 16.

Meals:  All breakfasts , two dinners and one beach reception are included in the 2026 registration fee. Vegan, Vegetarian and Gluten Free diets are accommodated.

All other meals are on your own in the local communities–one of the ways the GWTA supports local businesses and promotes communities. It also allows you to schedule and budget your lunches and dinners according to your needs.

The 2026 GWTA will be riding a 5 day route which will start and end in Windsor Ontario.

Long Term Parking for the entire ride will be available at Windsor’s student residence parking lot and is available at no extra charge.

2026 SOUVENIR JERSEY

Sorry you are too early! – keep an eye on your GWTA emails for details of this years commemorative jersey or T shirt. Typically the design is announced in May.

Credit Card:

Payment by credit card will be processed securely by PayPal. You do not need to have a Pay Pal account for amounts under $1,500. If registering more than one participant and total comes to more than $1500, you will be prompted to create a PayPal account for added security.

• 8 Meals (5 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners, one reception).
• Breakfasts from 11 August – 15  August.
• Group dinners in Windsor and Leamington
• Celebration Dinner in Windsor
• Designated route for the week, including Ride with GPS files and printed maps
• Printed itinerary with maps.
• Programmed events and activities other than cycling (some may be subject to an additional charge).
• Luggage transfer (subject to weight & size restrictions).
• Emergency support including medical.
• A team of experienced volunteers to deliver luggage, provide on-route first aid, basic bike repair, help with navigation, and good cheer.
• Commemorative Finishers Medal.
• Tour organization and support.
• CAA Mechanical Support for on-route repairs.
• Camping is available at Point Pelee National Park – either in your own tent or in Parks Canada Otentiks ( available for an additional charge) there is no camping in Windsor  ( residence rooms are available to book at an additional cost- please see Accommodations page)

1. Non-camping accommodations such as Hotels, B&Bs and Air B&B. All roofed accommodations  ( including Parks Canada Otentiks) should be booked independently see Accommodations page for a list of supported hotels.
2. Camping is NOT available in Windsor – budget friendly accommodations are available at Windsor student residences. Our travel partner CAA travel is handling the booking of residence rooms  – please see our Accommodations page for prices and details of how to book.
3. Snacks – if you have food allergies or preferences we recommend that you bring your own cycling snacks.
4. Lunches – all lunches are on your own – supporting a range of different community businesses along the route.
5. Dinners – one dinner is included in Windsor and one in Leamington – all other dinners are ” on your own”
6. Optional cycling and non-cycling activities – for example a guided hike
7. Commemorative cycling jerseys/ T shirt- these will be offered at an additional cost in the Spring.

Congratulations on registering for the 2026 Great Waterfront Trail Adventure!  We are excited to have you join us and want to make sure that you have everything you need in order to have a great experience. Please use this checklist to help you organize your trip.

• Completed Registration for the 2026 GWTA.
• Booked accommodations if planning to stay in hotels.
• Booked residence rooms in Windsor- both campers and non campers
• A list of what to pack can be found here.
• Order and pay for your jersey when it becomes available.
• Take your bike into the shop for a complete tune-up and purchase an extra tube or two in case of a flat.
• Check out the itinerary pages for extra activities that you may be interested in.

Rules have been created to help create a safe experience for everyone. Anyone who violates the rules will have their wristband removed at the discretion of the Tour Director and will be ejected from the Tour. There will be no refunds for people ejected for public health and safety violations.

1. All participants are asked to notify GWTA staff in the event of feeling unwell. We will help you arrange for your departure from the tour and conduct the necessary follow-ups with you.
2. All cyclists are expected to follow the Ontario Highway Traffic Act.  Bicycles are considered a vehicle as part of the Act.
3. Helmets are required for all participants throughout each day of the tour.
4. Drafting is extremely dangerous, and especially on a trail that will have other users present. This will not be accepted during this ride.
5. Stopping; please make sure that you signal prior to stopping and move to the right of the trail, and remove your bike from the pathway to allow other people to pass. Also, make sure that no one is behind you before you come to a complete stop. When accessing areas off of the pathway along the itinerary, please make sure that your bicycle is visible for guides who are sweeping the route.
6. Passing on the trail; signal with a bell or by calling out to cyclists and/or other trail users in front of you that you intend to pass on the left. Conversely when you are notified of someone’s intentions to pass, please move to the right to allow space.
7. Stay to the right along the trail, this also applies to the sections that are along country roads as part of the trail. For your safety here is a link to the Hwy traffic act as it applies to cyclists (please read and understand). Staying to the right allows oncoming vehicles and cyclists alike the ability to pass safely.
8. Both headphones should not be worn while riding at any time. If you need headphones to listen to Ride with GPS cues then we advise wearing one headphone only.If you like music, there are bike speakers available.
9. Anyone thought to be endangering the safety of others along the route due to the consumption of alcohol will be ejected from the tour. The bicycle falls under the HWY traffic act and is treated the same way as a motorized vehicle in these circumstances.
10. Obey posted signs! Cyclists like motor vehicles are required to come to a complete stop at stop signs and red lights. Also be aware of railway crossings and potential hazards in wet conditions.
11. Be considerate of others while on the trail, in campgrounds, and in the communities along the route! Be a welcomed guest.
12. Ebikes – all the above rules apply. Please be especially considerate of other cyclists and give a warning as you pass – remember that you may take them by surprise.  All E-bike riders should be aware of their battery capacity and operate accordingly to avoid unnecessary use of the support vehicles. The GWTA cannot guarantee that adequate charging facilities will be available at facilities en-route.
13. Be safe & enjoy the ride!!!

If you must cancel your registration, the cancellation fee will be determined according to the policy outlined below.

The fees retained reflect the costs to the Trust of administering the Tour registration and are not intended to be punitive in any way. Exceptions to the Refund policy may be made, on rare occasions, for extenuating circumstances only. There is no refund for arriving late or leaving the trip early. Please note that fees associated with the Race Roster event platform are non-refundable. These are listed on your invoice as processing fees.

What happens if the Waterfront Regeneration Trust (WRT) cancels the event? In the event the WRT cancels the event, a full refund less an administration fee will be offered to participants. Please note that fees associated with the Race Roster event platform are non-refundable.

Transfer of Registration:   After May 1, 2026 the Trust will not issue refunds. However, you may sell or transfer or give your registration to someone else. The Trust will not facilitate these transactions. To transfer a registration, the Trust must have an email (tourdirector [at] wrtrust.com) from both parties (seller & purchaser) stating that the transfer has taken place and is accepted by both parties.

Registration Carry Overs:   All registrations apply to the Tour year only – 2026. No year-to-year carryovers will be granted.

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