FVMBA Vedder mountain trail day went off as planned July 9th. A small, but dedicated group worked primarily on Dilemma, mostly putting dirt on takeoffs and trannys. Fixed a few problem holes also. We also deactivated two reroutes on Hidden Pleasures that were causing erosion and were eye sores.
Thanks to all that turned out.
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Another trail day on Sumas has come and gone. The time Killer exit was again the target of our labours. The focus was primarily drainage improvements, leveling out low mucky spots, and some new woodwork for an easyout on one of the stunts. We also extracted a tent that had been abandoned as garbage up on Knob Gobbler, and removed a stack of garbage near the TK exit that was left behind as grow-op refuse.
Not as large a turnout as the trail day in March, but every little bit helps. Thanks to the volunteers that showed up; thanks to our sponsors for the swag we handed out.
A special thanks for FVRD Parks!!! Four FVRD Parks Staff came out to assist us with our efforts (and to generally see what we were up to). I’m thinking this is the first step towards a mutually beneficial relationship. Thanks Dave and Crew. (And D. and T. for the authorization)
After the work, we shuttled up to the top (possibly the last time for a while as the lock is being changed) and rode KnobGobbler and TK. A great day all around!!
Unfortunately, I left the camera at home, so no photos.
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Meet at the TimeKiller exit parking area. 9:30 AM. Bring tools and snacks.
Probably ride after.
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Next scheduled trail days are:
Sumas - July 9th. More detail to come
Vedder: Dilemma. Date to be announced.
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If you ride in Chilliwack, you may know that the dirt jumps have been plowed under. However - enough people made the right calls so that now the city is interested in rebuilding a sanctioned dirt jump park.
FVMBA is heavily involved in this endeavour and construction is underway!!
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The Time Killer Trail day was very successful:
About 30 people showed up, and we managed to greatly improve the exit of Time Killer. What was once a slimy mud-fest, now has more wood, drainage and armouring.
Thanks a bunch to all the volunteers that showed up and pitched in on the project.
Thanks also to:
Each of these businesses donated items that were awarded as draw prizes to the workers.
Thanks also to:
Martin of ESC/Huckwagon for hauling out a van full of willing labour!! NSMBA for the generous donation of 2 cases of nails They are being put to good use!!
Thanks again to all. The turnout was impressive!!
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The Fraser Valley Mountain Bikers Association (FVMBA) will be holding a trail clean-up and maintenance day on Sumas Mountain in Abbotsford on May 28th, 2006. Meet at the lower, locked gate on Batt road at 9:30 am. Bring trail tools (shovels, rakes, gloves) and your bike! The gate will be open for shuttle runs when the work is done. Expect 3-4 hours of hard work, so bring water and snacks. There will be prizes to give away to FVMBA members. You can also sign up for the FVMBA at the trail day for a reduced rate of $10.00 for 2006.
Come out and give back to the trails you love and ride!
Word has it that ESC/Huckwagon will be there with labour for the trail and their van for shuttles after!!
For more information, phone Andrew at 604-854-3303 or e-mail ride@fvmba.com.
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Vedder Mountain Trails Association members representing Fraser Valley Mountain Bike Association, Back Country Horseman of BC, Vedder Running Club, Pacific Northwest Motorcycle Associatian, and Chilliwack Outdoor Club cooperated to make the April 9 cleanup day organized by FVMBA reps a complete success.
Individuals from these groups lent more than 700 man-hours of volunteer labour to the effort. This mammoth effort yeilded 2.7 metric tonnes of garbage that did not include metal, tires and other recyclables.
While it is discouraging that we need to continue to bust our humps keeping our playground pristine, the amount of enthusiam applied to this problem was overwhelming. Thank yous must be extended to our local Ministry of Tourism, Sport and Arts recreation representative Brian Radke who generously supplied funding for the dumpsters and landfill fees for a second year. Harvey Adrian from MacDonald's supplied coupons, and Jack's Cycles supplied food, barbequing skills and some swag. There were many, many others that helped in significant ways. You know who you are and your efforts are appreciated.
VMTA past-president Mark Steinebach enjoys the now clean & tidy trails of Vedder Mountain
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Whistler Bike Park discount pass sale: April 22nd
Whistler Bike park is having a pass sale April 22nd at Lifecycles in Abbotsford. Passes are being offered at special discounts to all members of FVMBA. We will be there signing up new members at a discount rate of $10.00 for the balance of 2006.
April 22nd - Whistler Bike park discount pass sale at Lifecycles
April 29th - Whistler Mountain Bike Park opens weekends only
May 20th - Official opening day (open daily)
Whistler Mountain Bike Park Passes & Triple Play Cards on sale at discounted rates:
Season’s Pass
Ticket Window Rate: $349.00
FVMBA members: $325.00
Non-Members: $345.00
Triple Play Card
Ticket Window Rate: $99.00
FVMBA Members: $89.00
Non-Members: $89.00
* Prices subject to 7% GST. Credit card only (VISA, MC, AMEX). New>>>> Debit cards now accepted!!<<<
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