Friday, March 22, 2013

New trail rules for mountain bikers near Sedona

Release Date: Mar 21, 2013

Contact(s): Red Rock Ranger District, 928-282-4119


SEDONA, Ariz. – The Red Rock Ranger District of the Coconino National Forest has implemented new rules for mountain bikers in specific areas near Sedona in order to protect land and resources.

The new rules restrict mountain bikers from leaving official National Forest system trails and prohibit bikes from cross-country travel in several specific areas. More than 170 miles of official trails remain open to mountain biking.

Thursday, March 21, 2013

Trail Work Tomorrow on Lower Bones

Come help us build out the Lower Bones Trail outside of Dead Horse State Park. This system has long needed expansion and now and every friday following is your chance to be a part of it.

Volunteers should meet at the Lower Raptor Trailhead @ 8:30am in Dead Horse State Park off of Roadrunner Road within the park. Entrance fees will be waived for volunteers.Volunteers need to come prepared and bring with them: a helmet if available (bike helmet will work), sun glasses, work gloves, drinking water, food, sun screen, a hat, long sleeved shirt, long pants, and wear boots with ankle support.


For more detailed information on locations and to share your interest, please call Doug Brown - (928) 202-9360

Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Ladies Ride!!!!


LADIES' BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE RIDEWED 3 APRIL - 830 AM
BELL ROCK TRAILHEAD (AT VOC)
THIS WILL BE AN EASY, FUN, SOCIABLE PACE (NO DROP).  DON'T FORGET YOUR HELMET AND WATER.  SPRING IS HERE!


Tuesday, March 19, 2013

UPDATE: Forest Restriction Documents From Feb 11th Special Meeting


Update - FS preliminary proposed map with associated appendix. None of these are final.  All docs link to full size.

Monday, March 18, 2013

REMINDER RTCA MEETING THIS THURSDAY 6-8PM

RED ROCK TRAILS MEETING – 6-8pm HILTION IN THE VILLAGE, MARCH 21, THURSDAY – SEE YOU THERE!

March 21             Agenda
·         Introductions at tables
·         Overview of map process                                           
·         Forest Plan presentation – Jennifer Burns                            20 minutes
·         Map work –                                                                        60 minutes
Small and large maps will be available to “draw on”; participants can group up or work alone.
encourage discussions about the ideas being marked up -
·         Group wrap-up discussion                                           20 minutes
      Any common themes jumping out?
      Any patterns in various areas showing up?
      Any challenges with this process?
      What worked about this process?
      What needs to be improved?

Friday, March 15, 2013

Bicycle seminar talks about 'Smart Cycling'

The Sedona Police Department, in collaboration with the Verde Valley Cyclists Coalition and city of Sedona Bicycle Coordinator Doug Copp, will host a bicycle safety informational seminar from the League of American Bicyclists titled "Smart Cycling," Wednesday, March 20, at 6:30 p.m. in the city of Sedona Council Chambers, 102 Roadrunner Drive in Sedona. This course is free of charge and is designed for teen and adult riders and emphasizes bicycle safety. Also on hand will be members of the Sedona Police Department Bicycle Team, along local vendors with bicycles and safety equipment, to discuss or answer any questions relating to bicycle safety in our community. For further information, contact SPD Cmdr. Ron Wheeler at 203-5004.

Better Mountain Biking Clinics at Dead Horse State Park




Monday, March 11, 2013

TRAIL WORK

Get out and help build our future. New trails are ready for construction on the Red Rock Ranger District. The Lower Bones Trail is geared up and ready for construction. Below are the Dates.





Lower Bones Trail Construction Schedule
(Dead Horse Ranch Area Trails on CNF RRRD)
All Fridays - March, 15th, 22nd, 29th, April 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th


Trail work days will meet at the Lower Raptor Trailhead in Dead Horse State Park off of Roadrunner Road within the park. Entrance fees will be waived for volunteers.Volunteers need to come prepared and bring with them: a helmet if available (bike helmet will work), sun glasses, work gloves, drinking water, food, sun screen, a hat, long sleeved shirt, long pants, and wear boots with ankle support.


For more detailed information on locations and to share your interest, please call Doug Brown - (928) 202-9360

Saturday, March 9, 2013

March BOD Agenda

Any input or additions please contact us by e-mail at: board@vvcc.us