Outdoor Recreation Council of British Columbia

Have you checked out the BC Marine Trails Network Code of Conduct resources yet? ⛺ Save this easy pocket version to keep with you on your next coastal adventure! Watch the videos and explore the modules online at: https://lnkd.in/dCBuBvp6

Just in time for #BCRiversDay, ORCBC is celebrating the undamming of the Klamath River—the largest river restoration project in history. For the first time in 100 years, salmon will swim freely in the Klamath thanks to the advocacy of the the Yurok, Hupa, Karuk, Shasta, Klamath, Modoc, and Yahooskin Paiute peoples as well as the collaboration of farmers, fishermen, conservation groups, and government agencies. As Mark Angelo, founder of BC Rivers Day, says, "Never give up on a river!" Read more at: https://lnkd.in/gCbGJjrg

Tomorrow, September 6th is the last day to fill out the survey and provide your feedback on the draft visitor use management plan for the Berg Lake Corridor! 🏔 The Berg Lake Corridor includes the world-renowned Berg Lake Trail and other stunning locations, including Mumm Basin, Whitehorn Mountain, Mount Robson, and Snowbird Pass. The corridor’s current management plan is coming to the end of its cycle and needs to be updated. Help BC Parks plan for the future of the park by sharing your voice. BC Parks wants to know about your experience on the trail and how you think it can be improved. For more information and to provide your feedback visit: https://lnkd.in/g8zVhTf7

Reminder to ORCBC members! Our monthly virtual Members Roundtable is happening this Thursday, at 1 pm PT. Soraya will be sharing the results of our Survey on Responsible Recreation and then we will have a discussion on solutions and educational strategies. Bring your ideas, best practises, and experiences. We look forward to seeing you there! 📅 Thursday, September 5th 🕒 1 pm PT 📍 Zoom (email [email protected] if you need the link)

Happy Labour Day. Today, we recognize and thank all the professionals who make outdoor recreation possible in our beautiful province. From paid trail builders, park rangers, gear makers, educators, guides, and company owners to those shaping policy, working in government, or non-profits, your dedication and hard work keep our outdoor spaces thriving. 💚 Image credits: Destination British Columbia/Grant Harder and Recreation Sites and Trails BC.

"If a hiker walks on a trail does the bear notice? This is not a philosophical play on the old one about a tree falling in the forest. It’s a serious question more and more biologists, land managers and recreationalists are searching to understand." 🐻 Read our latest article to learn how to enjoy outdoor activities without negatively impacting ecosystems, and discover the science behind it. https://lnkd.in/gTGy_38g

Apply now! We are offering a limited number of small, one-time cash payments of $300 each to help outdoor groups host BC Rivers Day events in BC Parks! The grants are for river-related events on or around September 22nd that celebrate and build public awareness for British Columbia’s waterways. The application period has been extended until August 31st. Micro-grants are open for registered non-profit organizations or charities working in outdoor recreation, waterway protection or environmental stewardship, local governments and Indigenous governments. Preference will be given to projects that take place within BC Parks, ORCBC members, projects that demonstrate clear links to outdoor recreation and BC Rivers Day goals, and collaborative events. Guided interpretive hike? Group paddle and BBQ? Educational booth about kayaking safety or a workshop on how to Leave No Trace? We can't wait to see what you come up with. Funds can help pay for a variety of expenses including tools, supplies, equipment, food, rentals, materials, honorariums for Indigenous knowledge and other items essential to the event. Please note that proper permissions must be in place before applying. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g5VW9K7D Questions? Get in touch at [email protected]

Are you registered for Tuesday's Trail Network Planning webinar? Building a trail is much easier than making sure that trail fits into a cohesive and progressive network. Good network planning takes strategy, intention and a whole bunch of brainstorming. This is Magi Scallion’s favourite job at McElhanney, an engineering firm with a specialty division in trail planning and design. She has developed trail network plans for organizations across the country including for Parks Canada, Alberta Parks, and many municipalities and not-for profit-clubs. For the Outdoor Recreation Council of BC’s August webinar, she’ll present a master class in trail planning 101. Her presentation will include the difference between trail design and trail planning; the importance of a long-term vision and community support; and the value of identifying the best use of an area. Case studies of trail planning projects from Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Alberta Parks, and locally in BC will illustrate the best practises of planning. For any organization that builds or manages trails, this is an opportunity to hear from a professional on how to set yourself up for success. Register in advance: https://lnkd.in/gfq4yQM9

ORCBC is very excited to introduce our new Grant Program Manager, Rocky Nenka! 👏 Indigenous to Beaver First Nation, Rocky has over 30 years of hospitality and tourism experience, specialising in heritage operations and First Nations relations. In 2019 Rocky left the city and followed his heart and the Gold Rush Trail to the Cariboo. Residing in the quaint village of Wells, one of British Columbia’s great outdoor recreation centres, Rocky has a firsthand appreciation for the value of accessible, sustainable outdoor recreation. Often seen with camera in hand, Rocky enjoys surrounding himself in the outdoors through hiking, mountain biking, or back road adventuring. “I couldn’t be more excited to work with Outdoor Recreation Organizations, Communities, and First Nations to increase access to safe, responsible and sustainable Outdoor Recreation opportunities for all of British Columbia through the Outdoor Recreation Fund” Welcome to the team Rocky! 😀

Congratulations to BC Marine Trails on their new Code of Conduct videos. The Code was carefully crafted over several years by a dedicated team of researchers and volunteers to ensure minimal environmental impact by users at marine trail sites. 🐋 The Code covers seven tenets — each of which helps to ensure respectful and responsible recreation along the coast. Take the time to watch them all (they are short and sweet), dive deeper into the learning modules on the BC Marine Trails website and share the learning with your networks. The Outdoor Recreation Fund of BC contributed $10,000 to BC Marine Trails towards their public education and Code of Conduct initiatives. The initiatives aim to promote sustainable outdoor activities along the BC Coast through targeted communications and environmental stewardship that integrate Indigenous perspectives and foster community involvement. Learn more and watch the Code of Conduct video series at: https://lnkd.in/gwhBJSUu