In-depth Improvements in Golden
The list of enhancements being taken on by the Golden Cycling Club is long. For example, it is connecting the CBT and Arrowhead trails to a parking lot, rerouting the Klahowya trail and installing boardwalks and picnic tables. It is also creating two trail crew jobs.
“Mountain biking has become one of Golden’s favourite activities and the development of our trail network has increased the number of people being physically active,” said Ryan Harvey, Operations Manager. “All members of the club, as well as thousands of visitors and other trail users, will benefit from these projects.”
Recreational trails in the Columbia Basin are cherished by users year-round. To ensure they’re in top shape and an enjoyable experience, groups throughout the region are undertaking projects with support from Columbia Basin Trust. Currently, 23 projects in 18 communities are focusing on improving trails, while 16 organizations in 14 communities are adding 42 trail crew jobs.
“These programs offer a two-pronged approach to growing and upkeeping the trails that are so important to residents, visitors and community well-being,” said Justine Cohen, Manager, Delivery of Benefits, Columbia Basin Trust. “Organizations can tackle their priorities when it comes to making their trail systems the best they can be. Many are also adding to their workforce to accomplish their tasks.”
Projects include activities like building connector trails, enhancing existing trails or adding infrastructure like washrooms or signage. The Trust is also providing wage subsidies so organizations can hire trail workers, enabling unemployed and underemployed Basin residents to gain work experience and advance their skills while enhancing trails.
To view all the recent trail enhancement projects, click here. To view all the recent trail crew projects, click here.