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It takes a community: the volunteer
The Four Wheel Drive Association of BC shows that without donated time and energy, the backcountry would be a less desirable place to play.
Be wildfire smart this year
It's never too early to remind ourselves that nearly half of all wildfires in B.C. are human-caused and preventable. Make sure you don't cause a wildfire by following a few simple rules.
BC Trails Day Small Grants Fund Open!
We are excited to announce that the BC Trails Day Community Small Grants are back. With support from RC Strategies, we offer a limited number of small grants of up to $500 each to help outdoor organizations organize community-based BC Trails Day events.
BC Trails Day is back!
BC Trails Day is about celebrating and caring for BC’s extraordinary trail system, educating about responsible recreation and environmental stewardship, and helping British Columbians enjoy trails and outdoor spaces even more.
Recreating in bear territory
Spring is here, and as the snow melts, we need to stay aware while recreating outdoors as we’re not the only ones using the land. Spring is a busy time for our ecosystem’s animals, and we welcome back the bears from hibernation.
BC Family Day Weekend
BC Family Day is right around the corner, and if you are looking for some last-minute inspiration, we have some exciting ideas that you can try.
Mountain Weather and Forecast Resources
Before you head out on your next backcountry trip, it’s essential to know what the weather forecast and terrain conditions will be. These factors are all part of sound decision-making and ensuring a fun outing for all.
Climate change and nature connection
I had hoped, like everyone else, that this summer would be different. With the Covid-19 vaccine readily available, a great weight had been lifted. I was looking forward to a summer spent hiking with friends and enjoying the natural beauty of British Columbia.
ORCBC Story Series
From access to nature to apps and AI, the evolution of trail construction to electric power, this story series looks at how recreation will change and evolve over the short and long term.
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This story series explores the connection between climate change and recreation. Through conversations with scientists, advocates, land managers, recreationists, and more, we look at how a warming world and more extreme weather is impacting the activities we love. But more than glum news, we’re interested in how the recreation industry is already hard at work preparing for change, reducing the impacts, and actively trying to slow global warming.
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In this story series, we feature recreation organizations that are advancing reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples through trail and outdoor recreation projects. We hope these stories inspire other community groups to contribute to advancing reconciliation in a meaningful and positive way, thereby ensuring the long-term sustainability of the outdoor recreation activities we love.
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In a time when trails, roads, campgrounds, rivers and lakes are busier than ever, it’s important to remember that it takes a community to make fun possible. This story series profiles the people who work behind the scenes in B.C., so you can have that special moment today.