2027 Board of Directors: How to Apply and How Directors Are Selected
by Gareth Critcher | October 15, 2026 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
NSMBA is run by a volunteer Board of Directors elected by you, our members. Several board seats will be open up for 2027, and we want this year’s process to be as clear and open as possible. This page explains how applications will be reviewed, what the board is...
Fall 26 Trail Update
by Gareth Critcher | October 13, 2026 | News | 0 Comments
Fall ’26 Trail Update Fall maintenance is in full swing across the North Shore. Here’s what NSMBA volunteers, TAP partners and the Trail Crew have been up to since the summer update. Thank you all! Empress Bypass – Seymour Two sessions on the Empress Bypass. The...
AGM: Save the date
by Gareth Critcher | October 8, 2026 | News | 0 Comments
Save the date: Join us for the 2026 Annual General Meeting Thursday, November 26th At Delbrook Community Recreation Centre, 851 West Queens Road, North Vancouver No RSVP required. For those who cannot attend in person, we will live-stream via Zoom. Learn more...
DNV Elections: Questions to Candidates
by Gareth Critcher | October 7, 2026 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
District of North Vancouver candidates on trails and mountain biking In September 2026 the North Shore Mountain Bike Association (NSMBA) asked every candidate for Mayor and Councillor in the District of North Vancouver the same five questions about trails, funding and...
Welcome to Joe Woywitka as NSMBA Trail Manager
by Gareth Critcher | September 21, 2026 | News | 0 Comments
A huge WELCOME to Joe Woywitka, who is back at the NSMBA as our new Trail Manager! Joe brings a wealth of skills, experience, and trail building expertise. “Growing up riding the North Shore in the early 2000’s I gained an appreciation for our trail network at an...
Members Get Discounts
by Gareth Critcher | September 17, 2026 | News | 0 Comments
Did You Know: NSMBA Members Get Discounts from these partners: MEC N.Van. October 2-4 - 15% off (almost everything) Grouse Bike Park - 20% off day tickets 3Peaks Cycling - 1 month free trial (til Sep 30th) or 20% off 5 Packs Elevate Health - free assessment + 15% off...
Vote for the trails Oct.17
by Gareth Critcher | September 14, 2026 | News | 0 Comments
Local government has a significant impact on how mountain bike trails are managed and supported on the north shore. October 17th is the DNV election for mayor and council. If you live in the District of North Vancouver, be sure to educate yourself and make time to...
Back to school, back to the trails
by Gareth Critcher | September 10, 2026 | News | 0 Comments
Summer's wrapping up ~ come join a trail day this fall! Trail days are a great way to contribute to our community trails, learn about sustainable recreation, and get your hands dirty with your friends. Organize a group for a trail day: - School groups - Youth groups...
Join the 2027 Board of Directors
by NSMBA | September 2, 2026 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
Volunteer Board Director Job Description: North Shore Mountain Bike Association (NSMBA) Shared: October 6, 2026 Why join Love the North Shore trails? Have ideas, energy, and a little room in your calendar to give back? Help shape the future of the trail association...
Summer 26 Trail Update
by Gareth Critcher | August 14, 2026 | News | 0 Comments
Summer ’26 Trail Update Kirkford - Fromme Two solid trail days on Kirkford this July. The first refurbished a berm, rerouted the exit around a buried rotten log, and enhanced the ladder exit and log ride entrance. The second, later in the month, refurbished the last...
Meet the Builders: Peter
by Gareth Critcher | August 6, 2026 | News | 0 Comments
Meet the Builders: Peter R | Trail Builder Q&A reboot Tell us a bit about yourself — what do you do when you're not on a trail? When I’m not riding or building I like to enjoy music. I see a lot of shows and play a little with some local garage bands. How long...
Every Dollar of Membership Funds Trail Work!
by Gareth Critcher | July 22, 2026 | News | 0 Comments
Membership accounts for 26% of total revenue allowing us capacity to generate the other 74% from sponsorship, donations, grants and municipal funding. A $60 NSMBA membership helps the association bring in funds totalling almost 4 times that amount. 54% Pays Trail...
Indigenous Art Trail Enhancement Project
by Gareth Critcher | July 14, 2026 | News | 0 Comments
The NSMBA is excited to share a new permanent public art installation on the Cypress East Climb Trail. These beautiful cedar plaques are a creation by Squamish artist Calvin Kieran Bruce Charlie-Dawson. This Indigenous Art Trail Enhancement project was funded through...
2026 Community Survey Results:
by Gareth Critcher | July 9, 2026 | News | 0 Comments
Full report produced by Larose Research & Strategy available: nsmba.ca/annual-survey/
Meet the Builders: Sarah and Sean
by Gareth Critcher | July 7, 2026 | News | 0 Comments
Meet the Builders: Sarah & Sean! | Trail Builder Q&A reboot Tell us a bit about yourself — what do you do when you're not on a trail? Sarah: When I am not on a trail I am a business owner and dog-mom! My husband, Sean, and I own and operate an optometry...
Let’s get more women leading the charge
by Gareth Critcher | June 30, 2026 | News | 0 Comments
A massive THANK YOU to everyone who rode, volunteered, and cheered at the Shore Shenanigans Women’s Enduro. The energy was incredible! $5 from each entry (totalling $400) has been given to the the GoFundMe for Caileigh Koppang #Caileighstrong We want to continue to...
We’re hiring: Trail Manager
by Gareth Critcher | June 24, 2026 | News | 0 Comments
APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED: We're looking for an experienced trail builder and leader to manage trail projects across 70+ km of iconic North Shore trails. You'll lead our trail crew and support our volunteer builders, help set priorities, and make sure work gets done...
Fiver # 6 on Fromme with LVB
by Gareth Critcher | June 22, 2026 | News | 0 Comments
Roll up for our Final 2026 Fiver! Fiver # 6 June 25 (Fromme) – Lynn Valley Bikes – ROUTE Registration Open – Closing Tuesday 23, 5.30pm Support these events and be a volunteer. Contact us about event opportunities: info@nsmba.ca
Our 1st Cypress Fiver
by Gareth Critcher | June 1, 2026 | News | 0 Comments
Fiver # 5 June 11 (Cypress) – Cypress Village & The Shed – ROUTERegistration Open – Closing Tuesday 9, 5.30pm Shore Shenanigans Women’s+ Enduro (short & long routes) June 20 (Fromme)Registration Open – Closing Tuesday 18, 8am Fiver # 6 June 25 (Fromme)...