Building before the snow hit

Building before the snow hit

On the 26th of November we had another successful trail build and maintenance day. Board members and volunteers alike showed up and helped. So what did the team get done and whats next?

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A great end for October 2022

A great end for October 2022

is marked by a few more posts in the ground and a recognition for our work. As you know we now have over 20 km of single trail in Fairservice Fun and a whole lot more double track and gravel roads. And a great hiking trail at Christopher Rock. And we have 100 posts ready to go, and a first post in the ground from our test.

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Bald Mountain Broom Bash

Bald Mountain Broom Bash

Over 30 volunteers met at Bald Mountain on May 7 to remove invasive Scottish broom from the trails. Cowichan Lake Trail Blazer Society volunteers joined forces with Youbou Community Association, the Retreads hiking group, Save Our Holmes, Cowichan Lake and River Stewards, Fire Smart, and the CVRD to make a difference on Mother’s Day weekend. The weather cooperated and we filled 3 bins full of broom. Mark Eraut of the Cabin Collection Development donated 2 bins and CVRD provided the third. Thanks everyone for a great effort!

Christopher Rock Trail Updated

Christopher Rock Trail Updated

April was dedicated to refurbishing a cherished hiking trail in Youbou that commemorates a young man who died too soon. Volunteers spent April 2 and 16 on the Christopher Rock trail cutting away fallen logs, creating switchbacks and bypasses, and creating a new entryway. The next step will be adding signage. Thanks to the Cowichan Lake Trail Blazers who were shouldering tools: Werner, Rick, Scott, Brennan, Alex, Dylan, Donna, Robb, Chelsea, Steve, Fred, Julia, Randall, Cindy, and Mike. Youbou volunteers joining in were: Eva, Susanne, Patricia, Klaus, Cindy, Allison, Julie, Allan, Julia, and Randall.

Christopher Rock in April

Christopher Rock in April

Our Master Trail Plan for Christopher Rock has been approved and we are ready to start work! Join the Cowichan Lake Trail Blazers on Saturdays at 10 am, on April 2, 16, and 30, behind the Youbou Community Hall. Bring rake, lopper, shovel, pick, gloves, and a can-do attitude!