More mountain biking in national parks

Likely most of you haven't been following what's been going on with IMBA and Parks Canada but this is worth a quick read.
http://www.pc.gc.ca/eng/progs/np-pn/dav-vag/dav-vag01.aspx
The long and the short of it is that Parks Canada will be improving their trail system and opening up more trails for mountain bikers to use, this will include real single track and not just gravel paths.
You can also help out by filling out the Parks Canada survey to tell them what type of riding you like and where you would like to see it.
http://app.fluidsurveys.com/surveys/wnsc/cycling-1/

The HMBA's first annual Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day was a huge success. It was a great day to take the kids out on the trail and a good time was had by all.
Thanks to all who came out to participate and a special thanks to Fitworks for helping out with the prizes.
Hope to see everyone again next year.

Take a kid mountain biking day in Hillsborough

The HMBA will be participating in IMBA's 'Take a kid mountain biking day', this is a program to introduce kids to the sport of mountain biking and give them a chance to see the local trails. The event is usually held on the first Saturday of October( the 2nd this year) but due to some local events we will be holding it on the morning of October 9 from 10:30-12:00 at the main entrance of the White Rock Recreation Area. There will be a bike ride according to age and ability, prizes and food. This will be a free event to all who wish to participate and will be open to everyone, HMBA members an non-members alike. Please contact us if you are interested in participating.

Earl

Everyone will be happy to know that the effects of hurricane Earl were minimal and the trail system is still in great shape. There where some branches and trees blown down, so it would be wise to keep a look out for things on the trails.

IMBA Trail School in Fundy, NB

IMBA is putting on a trail school at the Alma activity centre on Friday, August 13 and is open to anyone interested. Click on the link for all the details.
http://www.imba.com/civicrm/event/info?id=42&reset=1

Sugarloaf videos

Anyone who hasn't had a chance to go to Sugarloaf to try the bike park here is a taste of what your missing. http://vimeo.com/12750234

Sugarloaf bike park opens July 18

Sugarloaf bike park in Campbellton, N.B. is opening again for 2010 and is better than ever.
The Gravity Logic team has return this spring to preform there magic and to get Sugarloaf ready for another season of riding. With many of the trails being improved and new sections being built this will make for some exciting riding.
With 9 lift access trails and 25km of cross country trails ,there is something for everyone.
http://www.sugarloafpark.ca/en/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=110&Itemid=135