Advocacy

Your support needed for challenging trails on Cypress

Submitted by Mathew on Wed, 02/29/2012 - 20:47

The West Vancouver Parks Master Plan will shape the use of parks and open space in West Vancouver for the next 30 years. The language in the current document does not provide protection to the unique, technically challenging nature of the mountain bike trails on Cypress.

A public open house is being held, and the NSMBA is requesting your attendance to convey a strong message to West Vancouver that mountain bikers value the current riding experience that Cypress provides, and want to see that experience protected.

Date: Tuesday, March 6th

Time: 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Location: West Vancouver Community Centre, 2121 Marine Drive

Follow this link for more information, and to join the discussion.

NSMBA Presents Builder's Academy to North Shore Land Managers

Submitted by Mark on Wed, 02/22/2012 - 07:58

This Feb 20th, the NSMBA's Program Manager Mark Wood presented the Builder's Academy to the key North Shore Land Managers at BC Parks HQ.  The DNV, BC Parks and Metro Vancouver attended the one and a half hour course followed by a walk thru on Corkscrew to see the building fundamentals implemented in practical use.  It was another positive step forward in relationship building with the Land Managers. 

The Builder's Academy has been approved and will begin in April this year.  Stand by for dates and an official release.  The Builder's Academy is a curriculum built on IMBA & Whistler guidelines, TAP and utilizing the knowledge and experience of Master Builders. 

 

DNV Parks and Open Space Strategic Plan - Comments Required

Submitted by Mathew on Mon, 01/16/2012 - 15:03

The District of North Vancouver has issued the Draft Report for the Parks and Open Space Strategic Plan. This document will guide the planning, use, and funding of parks and open space for the next ten years.

An interesting excerpt from the document: "North Vancouver residents place the highest priority on maintaining greenways, trails and bike paths."

Comments are open until January 27th. As users of trails and open space, it is important for mountain bikers to be aware of the proposed plans. The NSMBA has highlighted specific sections below that are of high importance to mountain bikers.

NSMBA Presents to DNV Council

Submitted by Mathew on Thu, 11/24/2011 - 18:39

On Monday, November 7th, 2011, NSMBA President Mathew Bond and Director Mark Wood made a case for the long-term funding of trail maintenace before District of North Vancouver Council.

You can watch the video below, and download our PowerPoint presentation and background information.

Metro Vancouver and FVRD Park Survey - Let them know you want places to ride!

Submitted by Mathew on Sun, 10/31/2010 - 08:50

Take this survey before November 8th. There's some great specific questions about mountain biking in here.
Q: What services or facilities are important for you to have when visiting such parks?
A: Well maintained trails
Q: If available in regional or large parks, would you be likely to use:
A: Mountain bike trails

Read on for the scoop from Metro Van:

The Future of DNV Open Space - Your Input Needed!

Submitted by Mathew on Sat, 06/05/2010 - 05:26

On Thursday. May 20th, NSMBA President Mathew Bond attended the second session of the DNV’s Parks and Open Space plan. The DNV has collated and analyzed all the data from the first workshop on September 28th 2009, and is looking for feedback.

Please review the details of the DNV’s summary here, and provide comments to DNV Planner Carolyn Girard. Some specific recommendations to think about:

Want input on Seymour Trails? Submit this online survey by June 15th!

Submitted by Mathew on Fri, 06/04/2010 - 21:13

Metro Vancouver (LSCR) is conducting a survey. If you like CBC, Ned's, and Bottletop, or want more singletrack access on the North Shore let them know here!

Not sure what trails are in the LSCR. Here's a map!

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