Trail(DAY)s for All!
by nsmba | June 13, 2017 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
The first weekend in June kicked off a busy month of Trail Days with a Community Trail Day on Floppy Bunny sponsored by Sombrio and a Youth+Family Trail Day on Empress Bypass sponsored by Filzer Tools. These two days (both open to the public) contributed almost 250...Corkscrew Update
by Penny | June 12, 2017 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
The life of wood features is not infinite and the time has run out for the top ladder bridge on Corkscrew. Both the stringers and supports show significant signs of rot: the wood is easily pierced by a knife and fungus is growing along the surface. The slats also show...10for20 Raffle Prize Draw & Party
by Ryan Pugh | June 12, 2017 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
The NSMBA invites you to join us on Saturday June 24th to celebrate 20 years of trails and announce the 10 for 20 Raffle Prize Winner*. When: Saturday June 24th from 7pm - late Where: Narrow's Public House - 1970 Spicer Rd, North Vancouver, BC V7H 1A2 Raffle ticket...2017 Hiring Update: June 2017
by nsmba | June 12, 2017 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
It's been a busy year for new hires! We have two more to add to the growing list. Please join us in welcoming Daniel Shaw as our Trail Crew Builder and Alanna Jones as our Summer Student Trail Maintenance Labourer. Daniel knows trails! He has competed in the...Volunteer with the BC Bike Race
by Ryan Pugh | June 11, 2017 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
The BC Bike Race is back and from July 5th-13th, over 600 racers from 30 different countries will be competing in one of the World's largest mountain bike stage races. Get involved and volunteer with this awesome event in a wide variety of volunteer positions in North...Lynn Valley Days Parade
by Ryan Pugh | June 5, 2017 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
For the third year now, the North Shore Mountain Bike Association will be hosting a booth at Lynn Valley Days as well as participating in their parade. That's right, participating in the parade, that means we need you, to come along and have fun and be a part of the...Trail Academy Q&A
by nsmba | May 25, 2017 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
Today we're starting a regular spot to answer some common questions that come up about trail care and construction. Q: Can I clear deadfall from the trail? Can I cut out fallen trees? A: Help clearing trails is always welcome but always do so in a safe and...Filzer Youth & Family Trail Day
by nsmba | May 10, 2017 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
Our Annual Youth & Family Trail days are back! Sunday June 4th please bring the family out for a morning on Empress Bypass. We will meet at Old Buck Parking Lot at 9am to sign waivers and have a safety talk. After the digging is done our TAP Sponsor on Empress...Cypress Update from Alan
by nsmba | May 9, 2017 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
Our friend Alan Bardsley keeps the North Shore Community updated on the status of development and trail on Cypress. Here is an update from him! Public consultation on West Vancouver's Trail Plan is underway in May. Interested riders are encouraged to attend the...May 2017 Trail Update
by nsmba | May 9, 2017 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
Here’s a snapshot of the extensive work being done by volunteers and the NSMBA Trail Crew on Fromme this past month... Digger has been meticulously maintaining Ladies Only and Lower Ladies, with new step-downs installed to smooth out eroded sections, as well as plenty...