It's time to do some spring cleaning and get prepared for this coming season of outdoor adventures!

Bring any outdoor gear you've outgrown, don't use, and is cluttering up your closet & garage! Packs, bikes, tents, clothing, shoes, and other equipment - anything that's in good usable condition ready for its new owner.

Come buy, sell, and trade your used outdoor gear. Avoid trashing your old gear into the landfill & shop new-to-you items sustainably!

Join Monashee Trail Society for a screening of Dirt Relations

The 2024 Canadian documentary Dirt Relations has a runtime of 38 minutes. 

The film explores the Indigenous Youth Mountain Bike Program, following the journey of three individuals—Patrick Lucas, Thomas Schoen, and Tom Eustache—as they collaborate with Indigenous communities across British Columbia to build trails and empower Indigenous youth. Through captivating storytelling and breathtaking visuals, Dirt Relations delves into the powerful connection between mountain biking, reconciliation, and healing intergenerational trauma. Entry fee is by donation with proceeds going to the Indigenous Youth Mountain Bike Program. 

Entry fee donations, go to support Indigenous youth mountain biking.

Come celebrate 20 years of the Shuswap Trail Alliance, on BC Trails Day, at the South Canoe Trailhead. The trails within the Shuswap are a success, in large part, due to our municipal and regional partners, the trail volunteers, stewards, and users. The collaboration between governments, organizations, and multiple user groups is something to commemorate and the Shuswap Trail Alliance would like the opportunity to celebrate the trails with the people who make them possible.

Buy your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/shuswap-trails-20th-anniversary-celebration-featuring-five-alarm-funk-tickets-1146464589449

Five Alarm Funk is Canada's premiere sonic and visual assault. With 20 years’ experience, in high voltage Funk infusion, FAF has carved a new path of live entertainment. The engagement, the hilarity, the precision and execution have heralded these manic Funk Bots with eight studio albums, two JUNO nominations, three Western Canadian Music Awards and a rap sheet of positive reviews. Over the last 20 years, the band has toured premiere festivals across the globe in Canada, USA, Taiwan and even all the way to Mali, Africa at the UN headquarters. Five Alarm is ready to take this fun, energized, atomic economic sonic and visual ritual to your doorstep.

Opening band The Shades, formerly known as 6 Shades of Grey, are celebrating their 9th anniversary with a name change and a new member. Their set list reflects their involvement in bands over the years as they play hits from the 50ʼs up to the present, with a variety of genres from Country and Blues to Classic Rock and contemporary. Their multi-talented members play a variety of instruments, affording them the ability to add a 3-piece horn section to complement their blues selections, or a mandolin or acoustic guitar for some country or folk songs.

There will be a beverage garden featuring the Barley Station, Shuswap Cider Co., and Sunnybrae Winery. Food trucks include the Yukon Smash, Tsilhqot'in BBQ, and the Tater Shack along with ShuPops and the Bannock Ladies.

Bring a chair and reusable water bottle!

This event would not be possible without the generous support from our event partner Salmon Arm Tourism, and sponsors: Salmon Arm Roots & Blues, Prestige Harbourfront Resort, Acorn Music, Shuswap Agricultural Association, Sparkling Hill Resort, Brooke Downs Vennard, Rancho Vignola, Askew’s Foods, RBC, Skookum Bike & Ski, Kintec, Monashee Outdoors, and H2O4U.
*18 and under are free, but pre-registration is required.

Sidney Brass will be playing music in the park from 2-4 pm on Saturday June 7. Refreshments will be served. Everyone welcome. Come join the fun with Friends of John Dean Park Society!

Location: Main parking lot!

New and experienced paddlers are welcome to come down to the West Lake Provincial Park (Nadsilnich Lake) for an afternoon of fun: learn about the challenges and benefits of paddling in the North, understand the basic safety equipment, get in a boat and paddle along the shore, help cleanup the creek between the Group Site and main beach, and find out about invasive species in our area. There is a $10 fee per person which covers the cost of paddling insurance for youths/adults.

Organization: Prince George Canoe & Kayak Club

Our local One Spot North trail is part of a legacy trail from Courtenay to the Oyster River. The section of the trail in our rural area dead-ends only 1 km from Hamm Road. Macaulay Road and Area Neighbourhood Association is lobbying to complete the trail and an organized walk/hike/ride from Macaulay Heights Park to where the trail dead-ends brings attention to the need to complete this trail for public access. The walk/hike/ride event distance is approximately 4 km to the dead-end and then return, a total walk/hike/ride of approximately 8km.

Organizer: Macaulay Road and Area Neighbourhood Association

Join us as we celebrate BC Trails Day with a family-friendly adventure at beautiful Ladner Harbour Park!

We’ll start with a gentle walk through forest and meadow trails, where we’ll learn to spot the difference between some invasive and native plants through a fun game. Along the way, you’ll get to be nature detectives—searching for “plant invaders” like ivy and lamium, and meeting some local plant heroes like salmonberry and lady fern.

We’ll also take time to give back to the park with a short invasive plant pull to help keep the forest healthy.

This event is perfect for families with young children who enjoy being outdoors, exploring nature, and working together to protect our local green spaces. The trails are flat and there are bathrooms in the park.

Bring a water bottle, weather-appropriate clothes, sunscreen, sturdy shoes, and gardening gloves if you have them.

Event Location: Meet at the parking lot at Shirley's Walk on Mcneeley's Way just past the Harbourview Bridge in Ladner

Start Time: 1:00 PM End Time: 3:00 PM

Join the Lillooet Off-road Cycling Association at the Airport Trails for a group ride, walk, or run, trail signage installation and general clean up afternoon.

The event will kick off at noon. People will be encouraged to then head out in small groups to either ride, walk or run the trails, doing any needed clean up along the way. Participants can also lend a hand to LORCA members as they work on erecting new trail markers.

Meet at the Jones Road cul-de-sac trailhead.
Everyone welcome to this non-motorized event!
Contact us at lorcabikes@gmail.com for more details.

Lakelse Watershed Stewards Society is hosting a community BBQ and guided walks on the Jackpine Wetland Interpretive Trail, currently being constructed by the Lakelse Watershed Stewards Society (LWSS) in partnership with Recreation Sites and Trails BC (RSTBC) and many other local partners.

The 2 km loop trail will be entering Phase 3 of construction this year, and we are looking to kick things off with an appreciation BBQ open to all past, present, and future volunteers, trail users, and project supporters. An information booth on the Lakelse Watershed Stewards Society will also be set up to answer any potential questions from attendees, and guided walks through the trail will be led by society volunteers highlighting some of the unique wetland ecosystem features and species present in the area.

Celebrate BC Trails Day and Make a Difference Week by giving back to the trails we love! The East Kootenay Invasive Species Council is teaming up with the Fernie Trails Society to tackle invasive plants in the Fernie area.

We'll kick things off at the Aquatic Centre, carpool out to the site, and provide groups with photo references to help ID target species.

Get ready for a fun intro session covering common local invasives, their “red flags,” and best management practices - plus a warm-up with our "From Here or Away?" and Red Flag games!

After the pull, we're celebrating your hard work with hot Domino's pizza and refreshing Fernie Brewing Co. beers, thanks to our amazing sponsors.

Let’s get together, get dirty, and protect our beautiful trails! Check out more information on our Facebook Event HERE

Building a new disc golf course in Tumbler Ridge BC. Golf baskets, signs and tee box materials are purchased and need to be installed. Volunteers are needed to help with the installation and clear the fairways of brush, branches and small trees. Please meet at the entrance to the Tumbler Ridge Saddle Club off of Mackenzie Road at 10AM.

Organization: Wolverine Nordic and Mountain Society

A day to get out and ride the fresh jump park with new and old friends. Prizes, food, swag, bike tune up tent, trail tours and outdoor fun. Be geared up and ready to ride or spectate! No need to sign up; just show up!

Location: Vanderhoof Ripn the North Bike Club Jump Park, 7th St Vanderhoof, BC.

We always have a "dig day" to prep for this event! Generally 1-2 weeks before. Check our facebook page for more information.

Celebrate BC Trails Day with a Story Walk at the beautiful Quatse Loop!
Join us for a unique outdoor literacy experience where the pages of a children's book come to life along the trail. Follow the story page by page as you stroll through nature, enjoying both the captivating tale and the scenic surroundings.

This family-friendly event is perfect for all ages and encourages a love of reading, outdoor exploration, and community connection.

Sat | June 7
Free
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Location: Quatse Trail Loop

Organized by: Port Hardy Recreation & Quatse Salmon Centre

Join us to celebrate BC Trails Day at Eagle Mountain Park in Coquitlam on Saturday June 7th! The day will have food, drinks, bike demos, social rides and more. Bring your mountain bike and join us for the whole day or part of the day. For more information, follow us on social media (@torcabikes) or check out our website here: www.torca.ca

Prince George ATV Club members and guests are invited to attend the GPS Training Session with the GPS Garmin Unit and the Gaia GPS App.

Both sessions will be offered on Saturday starting at 10:00am.
Possibility of two sessions, if members are interested in both!

Meet in the parking lot of the PG Snowmobile/ATV club.

You will need:
* Bring your own GPS Unit to attend the GPS Unit training session.
* Download the Gaia GPS App before attending the training session.
* Bring Lunch.

After the training sessions, we will go for a Ride to find GPS Markers already placed on the trails. Possibility of long ride (80kms)

If you are only interested to Ride, show up for 11:00am

If interested to attend the GPS Sessions, please register via email to membership.pgatv@gmail.com

Celebrate BC Trails Day on June 7th with the North Shore Mountain Bike Association!

Trail Days are fun and social and an opportunity for anyone from the community to come and try out trail maintenance! Even if you've never mountain biked or held a shovel, come and see what it's all about.

Meeting time: 10:00am
Meeting Location: Fromme Container

Important Info - https://nsmba.ca/attending-a-trail-day/
*Clothing - close-toed shoes, waterproof layers, warm layers
*Water & Snacks
*Work gloves – gardening gloves or mountain bike gloves that can handle a bit of extra ware
*Tools are provided
*No experience necessary!

To save time at the trailhead, please fill out a waiver online.
Not yet a member, consider becoming a member or making a donation.

The NSMBA operates on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nation, Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) Nation, and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nation.

Gabriola Land and Trails Trust will walk from the south east end of Gabriola to the west, approximately 16 km on trails and quiet roads. Bring water, a lunch and cash for the bus back to the start.

Organizer: Gabriola Land and Trails Trust

Join the Friends of the South Slopes (FOSS) in celebrating BC Trails Day with a sweet thank you to our amazing trail users and volunteers! We’ll be set up at the Myra-Bellevue trailhead (Stewart Road East parking lot) on Saturday, June 7th, handing out free cupcakes to show our appreciation for the community that helps keep our trails active and loved.

Whether you're hiking, biking, walking the dog, or just stopping by, swing past the FOSS tent to say hi, learn more about our work, and grab a treat!

What to bring:
Your love for the trails - everyone’s welcome!
No sign-up is required—just come by and celebrate with us.

Let’s make BC Trails Day extra sweet!

Join NatureKids North Vancouver and hiking expert and author Stephen Hui for a fun morning of learning how to hike to celebrate BC Trails Day!

We will meet at the Whyte Lake Parking Lot and enjoy a 5 km round trip hike to Whyte Lake. This trail is not stroller-friendly and please do not bring any dogs. Good footwear is a must, no flip flops or sandals. Please make sure to bring snacks and drinking water, and dress for the weather.

Registration required: https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/north-vancouver-learn-to-hike/

Stephen Hui has been hiking, backpacking, and scrambling in the Coast Mountains of B.C. for more than 30 years. Hui is the author of three bestselling guidebooks — 105 Hikes In and Around Southwestern British Columbia (now in its 2nd edition), Destination Hikes, and Best Hikes and Nature Walks With Kids. Learn more: https://105hikes.com

Following the successful mapping phase in April, BC Parks Foundation, in collaboration with BC Parks, is excited to invite you to Phase II of our pilot project: the removal of Scotch Broom, an invasive plant species threatening the native biodiversity of Goldstream Provincial Park.

This is a hands-on stewardship opportunity for volunteers of all experience levels. Come join us in restoring the ecosystem and enjoy a day in nature with fellow conservation-minded individuals!

What to Bring:
- Working or gardening gloves (if you have them)
- Loopers or hand clippers (we will have a few extras to share)
- Plenty of water
- Snacks and a lunch if staying for both shifts
- Sunscreen and a hat – work will be outdoors and mostly in the sun
- Sturdy shoes and comfortable clothing

What to Expect:
- Physical activity (removing broom can be tiring – hence the shift structure)
- Training and support on safe removal techniques
- Time in a beautiful natural setting
- The chance to meet local biologists and stewardship professionals
- Volunteer certificate available upon request

Let’s work together to protect and restore our local ecosystems. Your contribution makes a real impact!

Spots are limited – please register by June 1, 2025.
More information and registration at https://www.discoverparks.ca/activities/scotch-broom-removal-at-goldstream-provincial-park-phase-two?location=Goldstream+Park

Join the FourWheel Drive Association of British Columbia for a cleanup of the Lost Creek FSR (Sylvester Rd/East Stave) area as part of BC Trails Day!

We will be providing: Garbage bags, gloves, pickers, magnets. Dump trailer(s).

Meet at the Davis Lake Staging Area (3km mark of Lost Creek FSR) starting at 9:30 AM on Saturday, June 7, 2025

Check in, then head out to various side-roads and shooting galleries. Remember that Davis Lake is off-limits to motorized access.

Remember to take before and after photos, and to submit them along with details of work done on our Volunteering web page – it’s important to document the stewardship work wheelers do in the backcountry!

RSVP here: https://4wdabc.ca/event/lost-creek-sylvester-east-stave-cleanup-2/

Canadian Institute of Forestry, Cariboo Section Work Bee!

Members are clearing winter windfall off trail, repairing several stairs, performing boardwalk maintenance and trail brushing.

The Fernie Trails Alliance, East Kootenay Invasive Species Council, and Coal Creek Heritage Society will be working together to do several invasive species weed pulls throughout our trail network. We will divide into groups and have the East Kootenay Invasive Species Summer Coordinator come and educate, and teach us to get rid of invasive weeds.

Get to know the basics of invasive species in the area and get your hands dirty pulling some invasive plants around Mount Fernie and the Trans Canada Trail! Refreshments supplied.

Event Location: Meet at Fernie Aquatics Centre to car pool out to sites.

The Vernon Outdoors Club invites the public, including families with children 8 and older, to come join us for a hike on beautiful Bluenose Mtn in Lavington. If we get enough people to register, we will do some trail maintenance as well.

Register at vernonoutdoorsclub.ca

This is a great opportunity for families and kids that have not had the opportunity to hike in the back country and experience an easy to access local trail. Leaders will be supplied by the Vernon Outdoors Club

Event Location: The trailhead is at 4km on the Aberdeen FSR in Lavington BC. We meet participants at Lavington Park on School Road at 9:30am.

Join the Friends of Garibaldi Park Society a clean up of the Cheakamus Lake trail. In just a few kilometers, we'll be cleaning up trash, trimming branches, moving smaller logs and recording any major damage for our friendly BC Parks rangers. We'll stop for lunch at the lake (first campground) before hiking out.

Minimum age 18 years due to insurance reasons.

DISTANCE: 8km roundtrip

ELEVATION GAIN: minimal

TIME NEEDED: 3-5 hours

BOOK RATING: Easy to moderate

MEETING TIME AND LOCATION: 9.30 am Cheakamus Lake trailhead parking lot, by the info sign. You have to provide your own transportation to trailhead as Friends of Garibaldi is not able to arrange for carpooling or rideshare.

LATEST RETURN TIME: 3 pm back at the cars. For safety reasons BC Parks requires trail watch volunteers to hike out together.

The Friends of Garibaldi Park Society supports a safe, respectful and inclusive environment for all volunteers. Any participant who acts in a discriminatory, harassing or abusive way, or who causes another participant to feel unsafe, may be barred from participating in future Friends of Garibaldi Park Society events.

Organization: Wells Gray Outdoors Club

Event Title: Trails Day

Event Description: Trail clean up. Raking, pruning, tread work.

Event Date: June 07, 2025

Start Time: 9:00 AM

Volunteers do need to be WGOC members. Memberships are available online.

Join Gambier Island Conservancy from 9am to 12 pm to clean up and maintain the lower part of the popular Burt’s Bluff trail in preparation for the summer season.

Event location: Brigade Bay

Please watch our FB page or check with our website for registration and meetup details.

Registration link can be found via https://www.bmba.ca/

Celebrate BC Trails Day with Pemberton Valley Trails Association at One Mile Lake!

We'll start the day with trail work on the new BSF connector, followed by a volunteer appreciation BBQ. Enjoy activities, giveaways and more as we come together to celebrate trails and community.

Event Location: Trail work: Meeting point at the start of Happy trail at 9am. BBQ: One Mile Lake Parking at noon.

Start Time: 9:00 AM

End Time: 3:30 PM

Educational hike to learn about the sensitive grasslands ecosystem in sntski'il'nten Black Mountain Regional Park. Observe the blooming wildflowers this time of year, and the many songbirds inhabit this park. This is a collaborative led hike from Friends of Black Mountain volunteers and Grasslands Conservation Council

This will be a leisurely hike with educational stops of interest. The trail is gravel with an initial uphill and then leveling out. All ages are welcome. Well behaved dogs are welcome but must be on leash. Please bring water and dress for the weather. Participants can meet at the trail map at the entrance of the park on Swainson Rd. Contact friendsblackmountain@gmail.com for more information. We look forward to sharing our love of this park and the grasslands with participants