RCMBA Fundraising Committee Meeting
Jan
9
6:00 PM18:00

RCMBA Fundraising Committee Meeting

Love mountain biking? Got a knack for all things fundraising, grant writing, or corporate sponsorship? Then this meeting is the place for you! Come join RCMBA’s Fundraising Committee Meeting for an evening of discussing fundraising strategies for 2025. Meeting will be held at Septentrio Winery, Arcata, CA @ 6pm. All interested RCMBA members are welcome! Hope to see you there!

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Annual Banana Slug Series
Jan
11
to May 10

Annual Banana Slug Series

  • Arcata, CA 95521 USA (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The annual Banana Slug Series is an RCMBA event and occurs the second Saturday of every month from January through May. This winter riding series was developed to help riders keep in shape through the winter in a fun, organized group setting. These mixed road and gravel rides are non-supported and timed.

Announcing the 2025 Banana Slug Schedule! Please sign up and look for additional information on the RCMBA Webscorer website!

  1. Jan 11th- Monument Loop

  2. Feb 8th- Butler Valley Loop

  3. Mar 8th- Lord Ellis/Bald Mountain Loop

  4. Apr 12th- Lonestar Junction

  5. May 10th- Humboldt Redwoods Peavine Ridge Loop

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Hatchery Ridge Trail Day
Jan
19
10:00 AM10:00

Hatchery Ridge Trail Day

Join RCMBA blaze new trail at the Hatchery Ridge trail network in Blue Lake, CA!

That’s right! For all of you who want to sink your tools in fresh loam and help us maintain exiting trails and carve out a new trails, this work day is for you! Meet at the Hatchery Ridge gate at 10AM! Tools provided! Bring gloves, water, snacks, and good vibes! Hope to see you there!

Hatchery Ridge Trail Days are scheduled for the third Sunday of every Month. Please sign up and look for additional information on the RCMBA Webscorer website.

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Paradise Royale Mountain Bike Race
Oct
20
9:00 AM09:00

Paradise Royale Mountain Bike Race

Visit Lost Coast is organizing the Paradise Royale Mountain Bike Race. From their website: “The Paradise Royale Mountain Bike Race is a one-of-a-kind event that combines the thrill of mountain biking with the stunning beauty of the King Range National Conservation Area. Known for its challenging trails and breathtaking views of the Lost Coast, this race attracts adventurers seeking a true test of skill, endurance, and passion. With a perfect blend of rugged terrain and natural splendor, the Paradise Royale Race offers an unforgettable experience for riders of all levels. It’s more than just a race—it’s a celebration of the sport, the community, and the incredible landscape.”

For more information and to register, go to Visit Lost Coast’s website. Registration closes on October 5, so move fast to reserve your spot in the race.

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RCMBA Trip to Gold Beach
Oct
11
to Oct 14

RCMBA Trip to Gold Beach

Come join us on a trip up to Gold Beach, OR just 3 hours up the highway to check out some of the back country trails that Wild River Coast Mountain Bike Association (WRCMBA) has been working on. We will meet up and camp with members from WRCMBA, learn about the trails, and then do some shuttling on the Pine Grove and Fritsche Cabin Trails.

CAMPING: Camping will be available at the group campsite at Huntley Park, approximately 7 miles East of Gold Beach on Jerry’s Flat Road. No reservations necessary, just bring $15 per night and pay when you get to the campground. Bring quarters for the showers. We would appreciate it if you can RSVP for this trip using THIS LINK.

TRIP ITENERARY:

Friday, October 11

6pm-9pm - Movie Night and Social Hour at Arch Rock Brewing Company 28779 Hunter Creek Loop, Gold Beach OR 97444. We’ll be putting some awesome mountain bike movies up on the big screen and socializing over a cold, crisp beer.

Saturday, October 12

10am-4pm - Shuttles on Pine Grove and Fritsche Cabin Trails with lunch somewhere in the middle. WRCMBA has requested that we SIGN UP FOR THE SHUTTLES so that they can get a number of people.

Sunday, October 13

10am - Tour of Whiskey Run Trails, approximately 1.5 hours North of Gold Beach in between Bandon and Coos Bay. Leave at 8am, carpool from the campground and meet at the main parking lot for group rides on the super fun trails at Whiskey Run. Lunch stop most likely at Bandon Brewery on the way back.

Monday, October 14

Check out from the campground, play on the Rogue River, grab another lap on the trails, and/or explore the beautiful coastline as you meander home.

Below is a video that showcases the Gold Beach trails and the hard work that WRCMBA has been doing to establish and maintain these trails.

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BLM Paradise Royal Trail Day
Oct
5
10:00 AM10:00

BLM Paradise Royal Trail Day

  • Paradise Royale Trail 1522-1998 Kings Peak Rd, Whitethorn CA 95589 USA (map)
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Join the BLM, RCMBA, and Friends of the Lost Coast for National Public Lands Day on Paradise Royal Mountain Bike Trail and the terrain park conducting trail maintenance. All tools and gloves will be provided. Wear pants, long sleeve shirt and boots with good traction and ankle support. Bring refillable water bottle, a water jug will be on site for refills. BLM will provide a Mexican fiesta style lunch (chili verde), free t-shirts, and free camping for volunteers at Tolkan Campground the night prior or after the event.

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BLM Lacks Creek Trail Day
Sep
28
10:00 AM10:00

BLM Lacks Creek Trail Day

  • Lacks Creek Willow Creek, CA 95525 USA (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join the BLM and RCMBA for National Public Lands Day at Lacks Creek for a day of trail maintenance. All tools will be provided. We will be working on making improvements to the Jump Line trail. Please bring lunch, water, gloves, and work boots. Breakfast snacks will be provided. Lastly bring your bike for some party laps when the work is done! See you out there! Sign up via RCMBA Webscorer.

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RCMBA Member Appreciation BBQ
Jun
9
9:00 AM09:00

RCMBA Member Appreciation BBQ

The annual RCMBA Member Appreciation BBQ is our way of tipping our hat to its members and partners for all their hard work making Humboldt County a truly awesome mountain bike destination! We will be doing things a bit different this year. We will be starting the day by giving the Hatchery Ridge trail system some much needed love followed by shuttles and BBQ for volunteers! We will be building new trails and maintaining some of our beloved trails. Please bring your own digging tools, shovels, rakes, loppers, and 5 gallon buckets as we may not have tools for everyone! Please sign up via RCMBA Webscorer.

9AM-1PM Trail work (Meet at the gate for trail assignments)

12PM-4PM Shuttles and BBQ at the lower kiosk for volunteers

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McKay Trail Workday
Jun
6
4:30 PM16:30

McKay Trail Workday

  • McKay Community Forest Parking Lot (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come join us in helping finish up the downhill mountain bike trail off of Northridge in the McKay Community Forest. Meet at the parking lot on Northridge Road. Please come prepared with snacks, water, sturdy shoes, and good vibes. Please use the link below to RSVP for the trail day. We hope to see you out there.

Register here

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McKay Trail Workday
May
30
4:30 PM16:30

McKay Trail Workday

  • McKay Community Forest Parking Lot (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come join us in helping finish up the downhill mountain bike trail off of Northridge in the McKay Community Forest. Meet at the parking lot on Northridge Road. Please come prepared with snacks, water, sturdy boots, and good vibes. Please use the link below to RSVP for the trail day. We hope to see you out there.

Register here

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Banana Slug Series
Jan
13
to May 11

Banana Slug Series

  • Arcata, CA 95521 USA (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The annual Banana Slug Series is an RCMBA event and occurs the second Saturday of every month from January through May. Banana Slug #5 on Saturday, May 11th is the final ride in this series for 2024! We will meet at the Dryerville Overlook. There will be a rider meeting at 9:50 AM and ride will start promptly at 10:00 AM. Detailed information and registration can be found at the RCMBA Webscorer website.

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