Trails are: Open.

Soggy spots are still numerous but the trails are drying out well after the three day stretch of thunderstorms and rain. 

Many thanks to our wonderful Sponsors!

Summer Trail Work Days

June 24^th

July 15^th

August 26^th

Meeting times and locations will be announced as each date approaches. Scope of work will be determined by number of volunteers and urgency of projects. All FATMUG members will be notified of the details by e-mail. If you’re not a member and want updates on trail work dates then please either join FATMUG or send us your e-mail address. Information will also appear on our Facebook page.

Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day &

Skills Clinic for Novice and Beginner Riders

Saturday October 6^th is Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day.

FATMUG is participating in the event this year at the Quarry trails and will be starting the day off with a skills clinic. Feel free to come just for the clinic, come just for the ride, or come for the clinic and stay for the ride with kids! It’s your choice. Skills clinic will be aimed at the beginner to novice rider and will include lessons on shifting, controlled braking, climbing, and obstacles.

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Crack-O-Dawn group ride anyone?

Mondays at 5:30am from Wolfe St or about 5:40am from Foo Bridge. Typically just the East side trails at a fast pace.

1. Maintain the integrity of existing trails.

2. Identify areas for improvement on existing trails and execute sound practices to reduce impact on surrounding environment.

3. Design and construct trails to minimize both risk of user harm and environmental impact from all reasonably anticipated trail use for life of trail.

4. Solicit guidance from local historians to design, construct and/or modify trails that provide low impact access to cultural and historical features and landmarks.

5. Repair trail damage resulting from severe weather events, fallen trees, debris and improper trail use (ex. muddy surface riding, unauthorized re-routes, etc.).

6. Educate trail users, especially cyclists, on proper trail use etiquette.