Our History

HISTORY OF TRAIL OF THE CARIBOU RESEARCH GROUP

Although officially founded in 2013, The Trail of the Caribou Research Group (TCRG) since 1995 has been working toward our goals.

All TCRG initiatives are founded on values of fellowship, inclusion, and respect.

Today we consist of 200+ members mainly from Newfoundland and Labrador with significant representation from Canada, England, Scotland, and Belgium. We also have members in France, Spain, Germany, the USA, and Turkey.

WHY THE NAME TRAIL OF THE CARIBOU?

The caribou has been a key symbol in the history of this land. The first peoples and those of today have used the caribou for food, tools, materials for shelter, and clothing. The Newfoundland Highlanders first used it as a symbol for their hat badge. It was made world famous by the exploits of The Royal Newfoundland Regiment during World War I and today's regiment continues that reputation. In World War II, NL Artillery Regiments, ships, and the 125th Air Force Squadron all used the caribou symbol in some manner. Today the caribou can be seen in several military units and numerous civilian businesses and organizations throughout our province.