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The Crownest Pass is increasingly being recognized as a new and exciting mountain biking destination. 

NEWS RELEASE

April 15, 2010

 

Community Futures Crowsnest Pass is pleased to announce that funding has been approved for the development of a Mountain Bike Tourism cluster in the Crowsnest Pass.

Administered through Community Futures Crowsnest Pass, the two year project proposes the establishment of 10 loop Mountain Bike trails and a Mountain Bike Skills Park.  Both the trails and park will meet international standards as set out by the International Mountain Bike Association (I.M.B.A.). 

The proposed project is expected to cost $380,000, with funding provided through the Rural Development Initiative and partnering community private and public sector cash contributions.   In kind contributions from community public and private partners for the implementation of the project are over and above the project costs, and will also be substantial.  

This is a very positive initiative for the Crowsnest Pass in becoming an Adventure and Mountain Bike Destination in Alberta.  It will bring into the community a substantial amount of Mountain Bike enthusiasts and tourism dollars, as well as opportunities for business development and expansion.

The project will commence in May with the hiring of a facilitator.  For more information on the project, please contact Carrie Morency at Community Futures Crowsnest Pass at 403-562-8858 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Rural Development Initiative (RDI) provides funds to Community Futures organizations for economic diversification projects in Alberta. RDI is targeted at larger scale rural diversification projects with clear measurable economic outcomes and strong private sector support. More information on Rural Development Initiative may be found at www.cfna.ca.

 

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Local trails vary from fast, downhill descents to rolling cross-country adventures. 

Areas/Trails established for Mountain Biking

Pass Powderkeg

  • Sturdy stunts beckon all skills levels on the local ski hill
  • Trail names - Pinball Wizard and Stubby Logger - excite the biker
  • www.passpowderkeg.ca

 

The Allison/Chinook Lake Recreation area

  • over 30 km of non-motorized trail system
  • well signed and has trail maos at each intersection
  • Trails range from very easy to difficult and include route for true back-country adventures
  • The trails adjoin route in British Columbia via Deadman's Pass
  • Maintained trail system
  • www.allisonwonderlands.ca

Events

The TransRockies Challenge

  • professional bike race
  • 600 km race through rugged mountain terrain from Fernie to Canmore
  • riders from local area and world wide
  • www.transrockies.com