Kamloops Natural Areas Advisory Committee

The Parks and Rec staff at the city have formed a committee of local residents and reps from various interest groups to help advise and formulate “Management Plans” for the natural areas and parks within the City of Kamloops.  KBRA has managed to secure a seat on this group and we’ll do our best to get the views of local mountain bikers expressed through the planning process.  The first meeting is coming up in early February where we will establish the Terms of Reference and other administrative necessities of forming an advisory committee.  Check back here for an update once we get into the heart of the issues and start getting down to business about biking opportunities and access in and through our natural areas.

Also… the City of Kamloops is hosting an open house session for the public to view their new “Parks Master Plan” on the evening of Feb. 2nd.  Click here for city website details and we’ll see you there!!

 

 

 

 

 

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Project Sierra Leone – Bicycle Cafe

Ever wonder what the Bicycle Cafe 2012 calendar money goes towards? Cheryl and her team are raising funds to help new mothers in this country have babies in a  safe and healthy environment. This is a great cause and you can help them succeed by checking out their fundraising page at the link below and pledging them.  The Cafe team will be heading to Sierra Leone in January 2012 to cycle over 500 kilometres of dirt roads and jungle single-track.  Help our local riders help others! Donate today.

http://www.cause.ca/bicyclecafe

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2012 Cafe Calendars – On Sale Now!

 

2012 Bicycle Cafe Calendars are now on sale!
Featuring local riders on local terrain shot by
epic photographers ( John Gibson, Dan Barham,
Sterling Lorence, Matt Miles and Kaleb Trozzo)
these are a great present for the holidays. Pick
yours up today at the Cafe,only $19.99 and
proceeds go to Project Sierra Leone.

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Halloween Weekend = Bike Events!!

Lots going on this weekend in terms of bike stuff – check out any/all of these great local events!

Mostly Mental Invitational – riding, prizes, secret locations…contact Dylan ASAP as packages are available until Friday October 28. http://www.mostlymentalshuttles.ca/index.html

Taboo Cycles Spooktacular Halloween Night Ride – This year’s ride will take place at the Kamloops Bike Ranch. Meet in the Valleyview Arena parking lot – ride will start and end there. Get your lights and costume ready! Post ride cheer at the Inlander Pub – tell your friends, everyone welcome! October 29, 6:30 PM. http://www.taboocycles.com/

Weiner Jam – dirt jumps, weiners, and music at the Kamloops Bike Ranch October 30 starting at 11 AM.  https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=271889452851729

 

Cacti Cross – cyclocross racing at the top of Highland Drive in Juniper (upper Bike Ranch). Hosted by Catherine Pendrel and Interior Cyclocross. October 30, 9:00 AM http://interiorcross.weebly.com/

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2011 Year Ender Bender In the Books

Blue skies, great trails, friends and fun were on the agenda for the annual KBRA wrap up event on October 23.  Dozens of riders were on hand for a day of riding at Harper and to help the Kamloops Food Bank by exchanging food donations for Mostly Mental shuttles. Over 200 pounds of donations were collected and riders hit the Harper trails in stellar conditions. Thanks to the local shops for contributing prizes for the day – Bicycle Cafe, Spoke and Motion, Taboo, Full Boar plus Time 2 Ride SunPeaks and Blair Jones. The KBRA event season is wrapped up but there is still lots of time before snow flies – get out there and ride a bike!

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City of Kamloops – Public Meeting November 30, 2011 (New date!)

With the recent closure of some trails in Kenna Cartwright Park and the subsequent response from the public, the city has decided to hold an open meeting to discuss the future of parks management. If you are interested in showing support and representing the mountain bike community, please attend this meeting. This is an opportunity to help the local government understand the importance of mountain biking and the positive impact it has within the community as well as on local tourism. See below for details and we hope to see lots of you there!

Purpose: To start the process of establishing a Kamloops Natural Areas Advisory Committee. The first task of this committee will be to advise on the updating of nature park management plans.

 Where: Interior Saving Centre – Sports Action Lounge
When: November 30, 2011 at 7pm
Who: All members of the public with an interest in helping shape the future management direction of the City’s nature parks.
If you have any questions please contact the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services Department, phone 250 828 3551.
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The 2nd annual Oktoberfest Enduro is back and set to go off  Sunday October 2, 2011.  Bring your legs, lungs, and friends for a fun romp through the trails at Harper. Last year 70+ riders showed up to compete and this years course has been revamped to provide even more fun. Check out the link below for more info. Come and support the Kamloops scene!

Entry Fee: $30 per rider 10:00 AM Race Start

Classes: Male 39 & Under, 40 and over – Female 39 & Under, 40 and over
Team: 2 Male, 2 Female. 2 Mixed – Team Combined Ages: 0-47, 48-79, 80+, Team of 4 all ages

 

Kiddie Kross: Fun Ride – Open all day! Only $5

Free camping, hot food and cold beer! Fundraiser for the RIH Foundation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

http://www.harpermountain.com/joomla/index.php?option=com_content&view=section&layout=blog&id=14&Itemid=104

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Events Galore!

The summer heat is still here but the cool days of fall riding will soon be upon us. With the changing leaves and shorter days comes a bag full of great fall riding events. As of today, here is what is coming up:

Wilderness Gateway Relay – running and biking in beautiful Wells Grey country. Saturday September 17th.

Harper Mountain Enduro – the second annual 4 hour romp through the trails in and around Harper Mountain. Sunday October 2.

KBRA Year Ender Bender – our salute to the 2011 riding season. No racing – just riding and fun! More details to come… Sunday October 23.

Get out there and support your local events and have some fun – contact the KBRA for more info.

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Catharine Pendrel – 2011 XC World Champ!

More proof that Kamloops riding produces great riders – congrats to Catharine on her amazing and inspiring win.

http://www.thestar.com/sports/article/1049033–kamloops-catharine-pendrel-wins-mountain-biking-world-title-in-switzerland

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Wilderness Gateway Relay

After a long absence the Wilderness Gateway Relay in Clearwater/Wells Grey is back on September 17th! This is a mixed cycling and running event for teams of 7 with multiple categories. Check out the website at http://wildernessgatewayrelay.com/ for more information on participating or volunteering.

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