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Woodlot : Current conditions

Posted on March 8, 2009 by Cory

Not too much deadfall, but there was snow yesterday and again today. Many of the lower trails are rideable but they’re pretty slippery. Not sure about the stuff at the powerlines and above.

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Woodlot trail conditions : September 2008

Posted on September 18, 2008 by Cory

Most trails are in good shape, with loose over hardpack conditions. There’s a new bridge at the bottom of Goldmine that replaces the sketchy old crossing and some minor work elsewhere. Note: There have been multiple vehicle break-ins during September. … Continue reading →

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Woodlot trail conditions: July 2008

Posted on July 4, 2008 by Cory

Pretty good all-round conditions; a little bit of washboard on certain corners but good stuff overall. There are still lots of bears around, especially in and around the lower clearcuts (berries!), so keep an eye out and try not to … Continue reading →

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Woodlot trail conditions : June 2008

Posted on June 9, 2008 by Cory

All of the trails are running pretty well, even though they’re pretty wet. Lots of bear sightings up there, particularly in / around the clearcuts near Shotgun and Hoots. Keep your eyes peeled and don’t poke an angry bear. Feel … Continue reading →

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Woodlot trail conditions: May 2008

Posted on May 9, 2008 by Cory

Everything’s pretty good right now. There are some mushy parts on pretty much every trail though, so keep that in mind. If anyone has info about Goldmine / Cabin, please post it up in the comments sections below. Note: If … Continue reading →

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Recap of the Woodlot trailday

Posted on May 1, 2008 by Cory

Last Saturday, the Fraser Valley Mountain Bikers Association (FVMBA) held a trail maintenance and cleanup day at Woodlot 0007. We had between 25 and 30 people show up and it was nice to see people coming from out of town … Continue reading →

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Woodlot trail day : 26 April 2008

Posted on April 18, 2008 by Cory

For all of you who have been riding the Woodlot this winter, 26 April is the day for you to come out and do some work on the trails. Initially, we planned to do another trail day on Giant Killer … Continue reading →

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Women’s Mountain Bike Instructional Series

Posted on February 17, 2008 by Cory

Join the Fraser Valley’s nationally certified coach Denise Britton for a great time of instruction and fun. Crank up your existing skills with a women’s only clinic designed for riders of intermediate skill levels. Dates and time The clinic will … Continue reading →

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Woodlot trail conditions: February 2008

Posted on February 2, 2008 by Cory

Snow. 12-18″ on Shotgun and not rideable. The road is covered the entire way up. Pretty much hiking weather.

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Woodlot trail conditions: January 2008

Posted on January 1, 2008 by Cory

All trails at the Woodlot are under snow as of 1 January 2008. The lower exposed areas (ie. clearcuts) have between 3 and 6 inches of icy snow and there’s more as you move higher up Blue Mountain. Snow riding … Continue reading →

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