Blog
01 | Dec | '15
Bryan Rivard
Some problems are good problems—like getting snow after the summer we’ve had. But that can make mountain biking challenging—fortunately, Washingtonians have the option of heading east to this month’s Trail Highlight from Evergreen East: Beacon Hill!
25 | Nov | '15
Bryan Rivard
Thanksgiving week is a perfect time to reflect on all of the great people in our lives—and I’d like to take a moment to thank all of the volunteers and supporters of Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance.
20 | Nov | '15
Bryan Rivard
With support from riders just like you, Evergreen is developing amazing new networks of trail—and our crews are working in the rain and snow right now to bring them to you.
Not long ago Tiger Mountain was just three over-used railroad grades. Now, with the recent trails we’ve built through our partnership with DNR, it’s a regionally-known riding destination—but it’s also the start of something bigger.
17 | Nov | '15
Bryan Rivard
Do you see what we see? Volunteers! Let’s go appreciate them!
That’s right—it’s time to recognize all those folks who donate their time—on the trail, during dirt camps, or to our website—for all they do to keep Evergreen at the forefront Washington recreation.
14 | Nov | '15
Bryan Rivard
Bike your way through the Himalayas and help rebuild a home for a family currently living under a tarp. It may sound unreal, but that's what you'll get to do if you join this trip! And why not give a little back while having an amazing life experience?
Evergreen members are a strong tribe with an astounding capacity for volunteer work—without your 12,000 hours of volunteer work last year we wouldn’t have been able to accomplish all the projects we have.
10 | Nov | '15
Bryan Rivard
You asked for more trails, a larger focus on advocacy, and continued growth of mountain biking opportunities in Washington—and we’ve brought you that, but it’s a lot of work!
So to help expand our capabilities, we’ve split the previous Executive Director role into two equally vital positions—Executive Director andDirector of Operations.
And we’d like to introduce you to the new leadership that will help carry our momentum into 2016 and beyond!
03 | Nov | '15
Pavel Dolezel
We have big plans for 2016 to provide you with quality trails, fun events and rides, skill building classes, and opportunities to help maintain and build trails across the State of Washington. This coming year will be our biggest growth year ever, as we will have five times the number of trail building projects underway and major growth in our education and rides programs, with more demand for races and events to strengthen our community.
In order to accomplish this work, we need your support— donate today at evergreenmtb.org/donate
03 | Nov | '15
Bryan Rivard
There’s no doubt about it—the winter riding season is upon us. And if you’re looking for a potential 40 miles of winter-tolerant terrain to explore with a variety of old- and new-school riding, check out November’s Trail Highlight: the Henry’s Ridge Area.
28 | Oct | '15
Bryan Rivard
The Education program has wrapped up an exciting and successful season!
Nearly 800 statewide participants took some type of mountain bike skills class with Evergreen's Education program, and almost 400 of them were kids! We’re also excited to report that we were able to offer more women-only classes than ever before, which remain increasingly popular.