Weekly volunteer trail maintenance night. Check the Golden Cycling Club Facebook page here for all the details.

Location: Reflection Lake parking area

Join us in celebrating the 4th annual BC Trails Day on June 1, 2024!

BC Trails Day is a day to celebrate and care for our province’s stunning trail system, learn about responsible recreation and environmental stewardship, and to help all British Columbians enjoy trails and outdoor spaces.

You can celebrate individually, with friends, or by attending or hosting an event in your community.

Check out our BC Trails Day page for resources, contests, and more or get in touch with any questions.

After a very successful BC Trails Day Poker Run in 2023, EVADRS returns with an even better event this year. The trails will be both dirt bike and Adv bike/dual sport friendly, everyone is welcome. Meet the EVADRS team and other stakeholders, win prizes and be a part of the riding community.

Meet at the Yamaha tent at the entrance to the Western Pine Recreation Site at 10:00 (MDT). The trails will take approximately 2 hours and the event will run until 15:00 (MDT). Come early for the best poker hand! Download the Avenza app and Dorr/Grasmere Motorized Trail maps on the EVADRS.ca website prior to arriving as the cell service may not be great once you're there.

Bring appropriate clothing, water, ready to ride bikes, snacks for on the trails & purchase your EVADRS membership before the event. No sign up is required.

Organizer: Elk Valley Adventure and Dirt Riders Society

Pemberton Valley Trails Association in collaboration with Pemberton Off Road Cycling Association and Pemberton Dirtbike Association are hosting our annual BC Trails day on the Rutherford South trails.
We will meet at the 3km marker on the Rutherford South Fsr ( through Sea to Sky Soils)
We will some have tools available.
What to bring: yourself + your friends! Tools if you've got them, work gloves, sturdy footwear, outdoor gear, water, extra trail snacks, your bike - let's ride!
Treats: Post trail work - food and drinks on us + social ride after!

Listen to the forest sounds, breathe the fresh air, feel the textures, and see nature close-up during this series of guided nature trail walks. Attend two or more walks and receive a prize at the last walk. Walks are accessible, designed for all ages, and happen rain or shine. Drop-in for the start of each walk.

9am: Green Timbers Urban Forest Park (14600 block of 100 Ave) |1.4-km loop

11am | Colebrook Park (14311 Colebrook Road) | 1.6-km loop

1pm: Fergus Watershed Biodiversity Preserve Park* (1277-168 Street) | 1-km loop

*To protect wildlife and sensitive ecosystems, dogs are not permitted in this park.

For questions please reach out to the City of Surrey here.

The City of Port Coquitlam has a 25km loop surrounding the entire city that is heavily used, as well as several more kms of trails throughout the city. In total, we have over 100km of trails that need help! On June 1st we encourage residents to get outside and clean up the trails - litter pick or report any dangers or improvements on the trails that you would recommend!

Organizer: City of Port Coquitlam

Hope Mountain Centre for Outdoor Learning invites you to join us for a celebration of BC Trails Day with our grand re-opening of the HBC (1849) Heritage Trail from Peers Creek to Manson’s Camp. The 2021 catastrophic atmospheric river severely damaged the area surrounding the western end of the HBC Trail. Over the last three years, the HBC trail team has been working tirelessly to build a brand new, 3km section of trail to bypass the irreparable damage, and getting the rest of it back into tip top shape for trail users. We are pleased to announce it will soon be complete, and ready to be enjoyed by all.

Join us on BC Trails Day - Saturday June 1st – for an opening ceremony and self-guided hiking experience. Staged at the Peers Creek trailhead near Hope, the celebration will begin at 9:00am with special guest presenters including Hope Mountain Centre’s Trail Director Kelly Pearce and Assistant Trails Director Nate Brown, Chawathil First Nation representatives, Rick Herfst, Kelly Cooke, and Nancy Anderson.

Guests are invited to explore the trail at any time they wish. Beginning at 10am, experienced HMCOL staff and volunteers will embark on the trail at staggered times, and guests are welcome to join if they wish. At 10am, a group of trail runners from Hope BC Running Club will be the first to depart, running to Manson’s Camp and back (16km round-trip). Shortly after, a faster-paced group hiking the 16km round-trip to Manson’s Camp and back will be leaving as well. The trail to Manson’s Camp gains approximately 700 metres of cumulative elevation in 8km. Then a mid-paced group also hiking the full 16km will depart. Last to depart will be a slower group that will hike 5km return to a viewpoint 2.5km into the trail and back. Note that while these groups are experienced hikers and runners with first aid training and satellite communication devices, they are not functioning as hiking or running guides; just support out on the trail if available and needed. All event guests must be self-sufficient. The trail is well-marked and easy to follow but Hope Mountain Centre encourages all hikers and runners to be knowledgeable about the route and terrain, well-prepared and well-equipped with all of the Essentials for outdoor safety including appropriate clothing and outerwear, sufficient food and water, navigation and communication materials/devices, a high lumen headlamp, first aid kit, emergency shelter (ie bivvy or emergency blanket), fire starter, signaling device (whistle or mirror), a multitool, and sun protection. With the steep terrain, hiking poles, supportive backpack, and appropriate grippy footwear are also highly recommended.

To reach the HBC Trailhead at Peers Creek, drive 10 km east from Hope on Highway-5. Look for the Othello Exit 183 and turn right off the highway. A concrete logging bridge takes you over the Coquihalla River, connecting to the Peers Creek Forest Service Road (FSR). Follow the FSR 1.5km to the event. Note that the FSR is gravel with some potholes. Two-wheel-drive vehicles are fine but low-clearance vehicles are not recommended.

The event is being held in the wilderness so all guests whether hiking or not are encouraged to be prepared and dress accordingly. There is weak and spotty cell reception in the area, a pit toilet at the trailhead, and no running water.

Limited light snacks and drinks will be available, as well as HBC Trail merchandise for sale (cash only). Waterproof, topographical maps are available for $22, activewear tanktops for $25, activewear tshirts (mens and womens) for $30, and HBC mugs by the Muddy Bean for $30-$40 depending on size.

Learn more about the trail at https://www.hopemountain.org/hbc-1849-heritage-trail

For more information about this event, contact us at (604) 869-1274 or email info@hopemountain.org

Beginning on the Mountain Road trail, along the Maple trail to the headwaters of Whispering Creek to view an old-growth forest and the adjacent clear-cut. Then back down the Wombat trail through a reforested clear-cut from 1995. View pristine wilderness, the beauty of Whispering Creek's pools and waterfalls, and giant trees in an area not previously logged. Bring lunch, water. No sign-up required.

Organizer: Gambier Island Conservancy

The Scouts Canada 1st Windsor group will be meeting at a local trail on June 1 to clean up the trail. This is only open to Scout groups.

Organizer: Scouts Canada

Bring your favourite hat to walk, run, hike, or skip along 6.5 km of the Mission Creek Greenway. Prizes for most creative hats and outfits. Free shuttles at Durnin Road and Lexington Drive.

Location: Mission Creek Greenway Regional Park ( Section of trail from Lexington Drive to Durnin Road entry and exit points) Kelowna, BC

Learn more: Hats off for trails! Celebrate B.C. Trails Day! (rdco.com)

Organizer: Regional District of Central Okanagan

We will be working together as a team to remove invasive plants such as Himalayan blackberry and Scotch broom from Murray's Pond Park in Colwood!

This is a great opportunity to meet new people, learn about environmental issues and increase biodiversity!
This activity will go on rain or shine.

The City of Colwood is located within the Greater Victoria region on Vancouver Island. We will be meeting in the grassy field in front of Murray's Pond Park, near the track field at Royal Bay Secondary School. Parking is available in the student parking lot of Royal Bay Secondary School. See the Meetup Event Page for specifics on getting there.

HOW TO SIGN UP:
Register for this event on the Meetup Event Page here or email Program Manager Kaitlin: kaitlin@greenteamscanada.ca

WHY SIGN UP:
Meet new people
Learn about local environmental issues
Improve your mental health in nature connecting with others
Get some exercise
Increase biodiversity
Get volunteer hours (if you need them)
Eat delicious snacks
Have fun!! :) (even when it rains!)

WHAT TO BRING:
Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty
Long sleeves and long pants to protect from thorny plants, & insects
Refillable water bottle with water (we have water for refills)
Sturdy closed toe shoes/boots
Rain jacket in case it rains
Hat
Your own gardening gloves, tools and/or safety glasses if you prefer - otherwise we’ll provide these.

WHAT WE PROVIDE YOU:
Gloves, tools and safety glasses
Education and demonstration on what we will be doing (no experience necessary!)
Refreshments (e.g. baked goods, veggies, fruits, granola bars)
Photos of you in action
Volunteer letters (on request)

FLOW OF THE ACTIVITY:
At 9.45am sign in, followed by instruction and engaging in this activity. Halfway through we’ll take a break, go back to engaging in the activity and then we end at 1pm

The Fernie Trails Alliance and Coal Creek Heritage Society will join forces and work on Kiddie Down adding some blue/green features as well as upgrading some berms and earthwork!

Meet at Cemetary By-Pass to head up either on foot or on bike

We are starting at 10am, doing branch trimming on Beadle Island on Sonya's Trail in the Denman Island Park. We will work for a couple of hours and then lunch. We will then take a trail ride around the Denman Island Park for a few hours showing all the improvements made with grant funding.

We have room for 6-8 trailers and up to 15 cars. You are welcome to come and camp overnight or just come for the day.

To learn more or participate reach out at: Edelstons@msn.com

Organizer: Back Country Horsemen of BC- NVI Chapter

The Back Country Horsemen - South Cariboo Chapter will be clearing trails on Desous Mountain that are multi-purpose, in preparation for a scrabble ride later in the month. The trails are also used by mountain bikers and hikers.

Organizer: Back Country Horsemen - South Cariboo Chapter

This Haney Horsemen members-only event will showcase the Thornhill area horse trails in celebration of BC Trails Day!

The challenge to participants is to ride these beautiful forest trails to find each of the five checkpoints, drawing a playing card at each one to build their poker hands. There will be prizes awarded for the best poker hand and participants will enjoy a tailgate BBQ at the end of the ride.

Sign-up details will be available on the HHA website and sent to members via email as well.

Dress for the weather and pack along some water for yourself for during the ride.

Location: Maple Ridge Horse Trail Network in the Thornhill area. Ride start/finish at 264 St & 103 Ave trailhead.
Note: the start time of 10am is the READY-TO-RIDE time

Come out and enjoy a day in nature: it's good for our health. Learn about the Little Campbell Watershed and making “Room for the River”, trail etiquette and how to tread lightly when we are in nature’s home. Please dress for the weather and appropriate footwear for walking on trails.

Location: Latimer Park - 19258 28th Avenue, Surrey BC

Organizer: Little Campbell Watershed Society

Sidney Brass will provide music in the park at the main parking lot in celebration of BC Trails day and the 40th Anniversary of the founding of our Society.

Location: ȽÁU,WELṈEW/John Dean Provincial Park, Saanich Peninsula

Organizer: Friends of John Dean Park

This event is to highlight the One Spot Trail - North in our neighbourhood.

This trail is part of the Comox Valley Regional District trail system that is based on an old logging road train track. The section in our neighbourhood is not contiguous to the rest of the trail and dead ends.

Highlighting this portion of the trail by holding a neighbourhood walk/hike over the 4 km available now will bring attention to where the trail could be connected to the other sections. Trail connectivity in our rural area is of great important for walkers, hikers, cyclists, and equestrians.

Organizer: Macaulay Road and Area Neighbourhood Association

Save the date! The Outdoor Recreation Council of BC’s AGM is coming up on Wednesday June 5, 2024.

This is an opportunity for members to vote on board positions and to bring issues, concerns, and/or interests up for discussion, resolution, and action. We value your participation and insights.

Please register online and stay tuned for updates including nomination procedures.

We are hosting our monthly virtual Roundtable which is an opportunity for ORCBC member organizations to come together and discuss challenges, needs and opportunities in your organizations. ORCBC regularly brings guest speakers in to provide an overview of new initiatives, funding and support that is available to the recreation community.

To obtain a Zoom link, please email us.

An evening of working on trails. You will be led through how to work on trails and gain hands on experience with an experienced Trail maintenance crew. Food and bevies provided afterwards. Sign up on the NOCS website.

We are hosting our monthly virtual Roundtable which is an opportunity for ORCBC member organizations to come together and discuss challenges, needs and opportunities in your organizations. ORCBC regularly brings guest speakers in to provide an overview of new initiatives, funding and support that is available to the recreation community.

To obtain a Zoom link, please email us.

We are hosting our monthly virtual Roundtable which is an opportunity for ORCBC member organizations to come together and discuss challenges, needs and opportunities in your organizations. ORCBC regularly brings guest speakers in to provide an overview of new initiatives, funding and support that is available to the recreation community.

To obtain a Zoom link, please email us.

We are hosting our monthly virtual Roundtable which is an opportunity for ORCBC member organizations to come together and discuss challenges, needs and opportunities in your organizations. ORCBC regularly brings guest speakers in to provide an overview of new initiatives, funding and support that is available to the recreation community.

To obtain a Zoom link, please email us.

We are hosting our monthly virtual Roundtable which is an opportunity for ORCBC member organizations to come together and discuss challenges, needs and opportunities in your organizations. ORCBC regularly brings guest speakers in to provide an overview of new initiatives, funding and support that is available to the recreation community.

To obtain a Zoom link, please email us.

We are hosting our monthly virtual Roundtable which is an opportunity for ORCBC member organizations to come together and discuss challenges, needs and opportunities in your organizations. ORCBC regularly brings guest speakers in to provide an overview of new initiatives, funding and support that is available to the recreation community.

To obtain a Zoom link, please email us.

We are hosting our monthly virtual Roundtable which is an opportunity for ORCBC member organizations to come together and discuss challenges, needs and opportunities in your organizations. ORCBC regularly brings guest speakers in to provide an overview of new initiatives, funding and support that is available to the recreation community.

To obtain a Zoom link, please email us.