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VOLUNTEER
WITH WMBC

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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Interested in volunteering

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 DIG & RIDE DAYS

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.

Interested in volunteering? Please email james@wmbcmtb.org for more details.

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VAMOS BIKE PROGRAM

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!

Interested in volunteering? Please email ellie@wmbcmtb.org for more details.

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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. Our Bike Clubs ride weekly in the spring and fall. Each session typically meets one afternoon per week for 6-8 weeks. Rides are 1.5-2 hours in length. There is a Ride Leader and Sweep for every group of 6-8 kids.

Interested in volunteering? Please email youth@wmbcmtb.org for more details.

 

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!

Interested in volunteering? Please email joyriders@wmbcmtb.org for more details.

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

  • Tue, Apr 15
    Apr 15, 2025, 12:00 AM – 4:00 AM
    https://www.wmbcmtb.org/shopping-spree
    Fanatik Bike Shop and Whatcom Mountain Bike Coalition are back with another opportunity to win big—this year with a twist! Instead of a custom bike build, you can go on an unprecedented mountain bike shopping spree! Thank you for your support Fanatik Bike Co!
  • Thu, Apr 17
    Apr 17, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Backcountry Essentials, 1417 N State St, Bellingham, WA 98225, USA
    Join us at Backcountry Essentials on April 17th for an evening of storytelling, film, and community action in the Bellingham area! Hear inspiring readings, watch powerful short films, and connect with local organizations making a difference.
  • Sat, Apr 19
    Apr 19, 2025, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Galbraith, 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
    Sat, Apr 19
    Apr 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Location is TBD
    Come hang out, have a beverage, learn more about the WMBC, or ask us your questions! At least one staff member and board member will attend our monthly meet and greets. We'll see you there!
  • Multiple Dates
    Sat, Apr 19
    Apr 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Galbraith Mountain, Galbraith Mountain, Washington 98284, USA
    Our Youth Dig & Ride Day program is one of the best ways for your kids to have fun in the woods with their friends, while also giving back to the Galbraith Trail community. Participants have the opportunity to trail build on their favorite trails, then go ride with their friends (and instructors)!
  • Multiple Dates
    Sun, Apr 27
    Apr 27, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Galbraith Mountain, Galbraith Mountain, Washington 98284, USA
    Our Youth Dig & Ride Day program is one of the best ways for your kids to have fun in the woods with their friends, while also giving back to the Galbraith Trail community. Participants have the opportunity to trail build on their favorite trails, then go ride with their friends (and instructors)!
  • Multiple Dates
    Wed, Apr 30
    Apr 30, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Galbraith Mountain, Galbraith Mountain, Washington 98284, USA
    Whatcom World Cup is a series of fun, community mountain bike races held Wednesday evenings on Galbraith Mountain each spring and summer. The races are open to all, including youth. Enjoy an evening of racing followed by an after party with beverages and food!
  • Fri, May 02
    May 02, 2025, 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!
  • Sat, May 03
    May 03, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM PDT
    Galbraith Mountain Parking Lot, Bellingham, WA 98226, USA
    Join us for our kick-off ride on May 3rd and celebrate International Women's Mountain Bike Day. Meet at the Galbraith Mountain and Padden Trails Parking Lot at 9:00am for a 2-3 hour ride, followed by an on-mountain cookout.
  • Multiple Dates
    Sat, May 03
    May 03, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Galbraith Mountain, Galbraith Mountain, Washington 98284, USA
    Our Youth Dig & Ride Day program is one of the best ways for your kids to have fun in the woods with their friends, while also giving back to the Galbraith Trail community. Participants have the opportunity to trail build on their favorite trails, then go ride with their friends (and instructors)!
  • Multiple Dates
    Tue, May 06
    May 06, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Bellingham, 1401 Electric Ave, Bellingham, WA 98229, USA
    Join us for an evening ride on the Northside of Galbraith. We will split into groups by downhill skill level and uphill pace for a ~2hr ride. Level 3+ only.
  • Multiple Dates
    Tue, May 06
    May 06, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Location is TBD
    Come hang out, have a beverage, learn more about the WMBC, or ask us your questions! At least one staff member and board member will attend our monthly meet and greets. We'll see you there!
  • Multiple Dates
    Wed, May 07
    May 07, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Galbraith Mountain, Galbraith Mountain, Washington 98284, USA
    Whatcom World Cup is a series of fun, community mountain bike races held Wednesday evenings on Galbraith Mountain each spring and summer. The races are open to all, including youth. Enjoy an evening of racing followed by an after party with beverages and food!
  • Multiple Dates
    Sat, May 10
    May 10, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Galbraith Mountain, Galbraith Mountain, Washington 98284, USA
    Our Youth Dig & Ride Day program is one of the best ways for your kids to have fun in the woods with their friends, while also giving back to the Galbraith Trail community. Participants have the opportunity to trail build on their favorite trails, then go ride with their friends (and instructors)!
  • Multiple Dates
    Wed, May 14
    May 14, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Galbraith Mountain, Galbraith Mountain, Washington 98284, USA
    Whatcom World Cup is a series of fun, community mountain bike races held Wednesday evenings on Galbraith Mountain each spring and summer. The races are open to all, including youth. Enjoy an evening of racing followed by an after party with beverages and food!
  • Thu, May 15
    May 15, 2025, 6:15 PM – 7:30 PM
    Bellingham, 1812 N State St, Bellingham, WA 98225, USA
    Come join the JoyRiders for our annual maintenance clinic with Fanatik! We will work at stations with bike mechanics to learn more about common mechanical problems you may encounter on the trail and other general maintenance topics.
  • Sat, May 17
    May 17, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Bellingham, Lindquist Road &, Y Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226, USA
    Join us for an off-Galbry weekend morning ride on the new Olsen Creek Trails! We will split into groups by downhill skill level and uphill pace for a ~2-3 hour ride. Level 3+ only.
  • Multiple Dates
    Sat, May 17
    May 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Galbraith Mountain, Galbraith Mountain, Washington 98284, USA
    Our Youth Dig & Ride Day program is one of the best ways for your kids to have fun in the woods with their friends, while also giving back to the Galbraith Trail community. Participants have the opportunity to trail build on their favorite trails, then go ride with their friends (and instructors)!

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.

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