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VOLUNTEER
WITH WMBC

The only thing better than being on a beautiful trail is knowing you helped build and maintain it. Learn more about how to save the trails.

VOLUNTEER TRAIL DAYS

Trail Days are an easy and fun way to give back to the trails that we all know and love. Each day is led by an experienced trail crew leader who can get newcomers pointed in the right direction and the necessary instruction to make a difference and keeping our trails running right! Register below or find them on our calendar.

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WHAT TO EXPECT

  • Be ready for a half day of getting dirty and having fun!

  • Coffee, water, and lunch usually provided

  • Wear weather-appropriate clothing, prepare for the cold, rain, or sun - if in question, pack some extra layers

  • If possible: bring gloves and boots (or durable footwear)

  • Please register for the trail day below!

 

TYPICAL TRAIL DAY SCHEDULE

  • START TIME: 

    • ​CARPOOL: meet at 9 AM the Galbraith Lane Parking Lot on Samish Way in the back right corner by the horse trailer parking - you can bring your bike!​

    • RIDE UP: bike up to the start of the trail being worked on at 9:30 AM and look for our WMBC tents!

  • LUNCH: noon

  • END TIME: trail days generally end at 2 PM

SPONSOR A TRAIL DAY

We love to partner with local businesses and appreciate their support. You can sponsor a trail day and provide lunch to the participants (~25-35 people) and in exchange we will add your logo to our website and create a designated social post highlighting your business and donation. Interested in sponsoring a trail day? Please email info@wmbcmtb.org for more details.

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RIDE LEADING

Do you enjoy sharing the trails with others? Check out our options for ride leading with youth and adults on our local trails and share the magic of mountain biking with others! No experience necessary, just be comfortable riding and navigating Galbraith Mountain on your bike.

Read more about our Group Ride Volunteer Requirements here.

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RIDE WITH KIDS

​YOUTH TRAIL CORPS

Volunteers not only help instruct the kids in trail building, but are also great role models to mostly middle school aged kids. The participants learn great trail building skills, mountain bike riding practice, and environmental sustainability.

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VAMOS OUTDOORS PROJECT

Are you a Spanish-speaking adult excited about building community through connection to the land and access to the outdoors? We are looking for ride leaders to support our weekly rides on Galbraith Mountain and the Waterfront Pump Track!

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AFTER SCHOOL BIKE CLUBS

Thanks to our many volunteers, we are able to offer multiple clubs that serve more than 500 youth participants annually. These clubs include several elementary and middle school bike clubs, our Flying Squirrels girl's club, and our partnership with Vamos Outdoors Project.

 

RIDE WITH ADULTS

​JOYRIDERS

Women-identifying ride leaders take small groups of womxn on no-drop rides on week day evenings and weekends. We provide ride leader training if you are interested!

TRAIL AMBASSADORS

Want to represent WMBC out on the trails greeting riders, sharing etiquette tips, and providing help where needed? Contact shannon@wmbcmtb.org if you are interested in joining this new program.

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UPCOMING TRAIL DAYS

  • Nov 16, 2024, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Bellingham, Bellingham, WA 98226, USA
    We are combining our Atomic Dog trail day with our Intro to Trail Building Class (moved from original date of 11/10 due to high levels of precip forecasted). Sign up here if you are interested in either option and we will split the participants up into beginner and advanced groups!
  • Nov 16, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Galbraith Mountain Parking Lot, Galbraith Mountain, Washington 98284, USA
    Help plant native trees and shrubs near Bellingham’s favorite new trailhead and recreation hub. All ages and abilities welcome. Participants under age 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Tools, gloves, and instructions are provided.
  • Nov 23, 2024, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Chanterelle Trailhead, Wickersham Truck Trail, Acme, WA 98226, USA
    The only thing better than being on a beautiful trail, is knowing you helped build and maintain it. Registration closes at noon the day before each event, email trails@wmbcmtb.org with any questions!
  • Nov 29, 2024, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Galbraith Mountain Parking Lot, Bellingham, WA 98226, USA
    Celebrate #OptOutside with WMBC working on the Cedar Dust Skills Zone! The only thing better than being on a beautiful trail, is knowing you helped build and maintain it. Registration closes at noon the day before each event, email trails@wmbcmtb.org with any questions!
  • Dec 03, 2024, 7:00 PM
    https://www.wmbcmtb.org/donate-now
    Giving Tuesday is an annual day of giving held on the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving. This year, Giving Tuesday will be held on December 3, 2024.
  • Jan 29, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Bellingham Cruise Terminal, 355 Harris Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225, USA
    Join us as we review the year as an organization and look forward to what 2025 will bring! *please note that this date oriniginally was incorrectly listed on the calendar, it is in actuality on January 29th, 2025*
  • Oct 18, 2025, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Fishermen's Pavilion, 2599 S Harbor Loop Dr, Bellingham, WA 98225, USA
    Shoot The Trails™ is WMBC's largest fundraiser of the year. We bring the community together by calling for local mountain bike video and photo submissions that are watched live and voted on by the audience. It's always a great time with raffles and beer and food!
  • Nov 16, 2024, 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
    JD Elite Fitness, 1420 Meador Ave k 101, Bellingham, WA 98229, USA
    Join the JoyRiders and JD Elite Fitness for a workout and informational session on specific movements and training to keep your power and endurance up during the off season!
  • Nov 09, 2024, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Bellingham, Bellingham, WA 98226, USA
    The only thing better than being on a beautiful trail, is knowing you helped build and maintain it. Registration closes at noon the day before each event, email trails@wmbcmtb.org with any questions!
  • Oct 26, 2024, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Bellingham, Bellingham, WA 98226, USA
    The only thing better than being on a beautiful trail, is knowing you helped build and maintain it. Registration closes at noon the day before each event, email trails@wmbcmtb.org with any questions!
  • Oct 25, 2024, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Bellingham, Bellingham, WA 98226, USA
    The only thing better than being on a beautiful trail, is knowing you helped build and maintain it. Registration closes at noon the day before each event, email trails@wmbcmtb.org with any questions!
  • Sep 28, 2024, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM PDT
    Fishermen's Pavilion, 2599 S Harbor Loop Dr, Bellingham, WA 98225, USA
    Shoot The Trails™ is WMBC's largest fundraiser of the year. We bring the community together by calling for local mountain bike video and photo submissions that are watched live and voted on by the audience. It's always a great time with amazing raffles and beer!
  • Sep 28, 2024, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Bellingham, Bellingham, WA 98226, USA
    The only thing better than being on a beautiful trail, is knowing you helped build and maintain it. Registration closes at noon the day before each event, email trails@wmbcmtb.org with any questions!
  • Multiple Dates
    Sep 28, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM PDT
    Galbraith Mountain, Galbraith Mountain, Washington 98284, USA
    We offer a positive, supportive place for riders of ALL levels, fitness and backgrounds. All rides are NO DROP rides! We ride cross-country, all-mountain, and downhill. None of the pressure, all of the fun — we ride for the JOY of it!
  • Multiple Dates
    Sep 21, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM PDT
    Galbraith Mountain, Galbraith Mountain, Washington 98284, USA
    We offer a positive, supportive place for riders of ALL levels, fitness and backgrounds. All rides are NO DROP rides! We ride cross-country, all-mountain, and downhill. None of the pressure, all of the fun — we ride for the JOY of it!
  • Multiple Dates
    Sep 14, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM PDT
    Galbraith Mountain, Galbraith Mountain, Washington 98284, USA
    We offer a positive, supportive place for riders of ALL levels, fitness and backgrounds. All rides are NO DROP rides! We ride cross-country, all-mountain, and downhill. None of the pressure, all of the fun — we ride for the JOY of it!
  • Multiple Dates
    Sep 07, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM PDT
    Galbraith Mountain, Galbraith Mountain, Washington 98284, USA
    We offer a positive, supportive place for riders of ALL levels, fitness and backgrounds. All rides are NO DROP rides! We ride cross-country, all-mountain, and downhill. None of the pressure, all of the fun — we ride for the JOY of it!
  • Aug 30, 2024, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Boundary Bay Brewing, 1107 Railroad Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225, USA
    Boundary Bay Brewing event fundraising for Vamos Outdoors Project! Enjoy free live music, a delicious fish fry menu, craft beer, and fun for the whole family! Doors open & food starts at 4 pm with music starting at 5!
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