2025 International Rivers Day Ride

## Details

** Please read all the information about a ride before signing up.**
------------ BICYCLE HELMETS ARE MANDATORY FOR ALL RIDES. ------------
Biking is weather-dependent. At times, last-minute changes may be posted. Please check for updates the night before and the morning of a ride.

------------ FIRST, A LITTLE HISTORY ABOUT RIVERS DAY ------------
World Rivers Day is an annual event held on the fourth Sunday of September to celebrate and raise awareness about the importance of rivers. This year, it falls on September 28, 2025. The day encourages people to connect with, learn about, and protect rivers and watersheds. It's a global event with roots in British Columbia, where Mark Angelo founded it in 2005 as BC Rivers Day.
Watch this short YouTube video with Mark Angelo adding some commentary.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cYQSrvy3UmY

THE RIDE: https://www.komoot.com/tour/2356557807
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/52018332

This route covers approximately 83.6 km, featuring a mixture of paved roads and hard-packed trails. From Douglas Lafarge Skytrain Station, we head north along Pinetree Way, then west to the Hoy Creek Trail. We then go along Guildford Way to Port Moody and Noons Creek Hatchery. From Port Moody, we will head east to the Scott Creek Trail and work our way toward the Coquitlam River. We will follow the PoCo Trail to the Pitt River Bridge. Once over the bridge, we go along the Pitt River to the Alouette River.
We will stop for lunch at the Patch Brewery on Laity St. in Maple Ridge. Following lunch, we will go over the Fraser River on the Golden Ears Bridge and head to Tynehead Park and the Serpentine River, then back over the Fraser River via the Port Mann Bridge and back to the starting point.
In total, we will visit eight distinct waterways: Hoy Creek, Noons Creek, Scott Creek, Coquitlam River, Pitt River, Alouette River, Serpentine River and finally The Mighty Fraser River.
Difficulty: Moderate if you have been biking regularly.
Distance: 74.9 km
Estimated Ride Time: 5 - 6 hours hrs
Bring: snacks//water and pack a Lunch or buy something at The Patch Brewing.
Meet Up Location: Douglas Lafarge Skytrain Station.
Corner of Guildford Way and Pinetree Way (Free parking in the lot across the street on Guildford)
Jim's Mobile: 604-999-3501
Please be aware that all members and guests cycle at their own risk. We are not liable for any mishaps, and we do not have any medical training. Please be responsible for yourself and follow all cycling rules and the leader’s directions.
Please ensure your bike is in good condition, tires are inflated, and brakes are in good working order before arriving at the starting point. Carrying a Repair Kit and an extra inner tube is recommended. To help you be seen and heard on the road, the following equipment is also recommended: a bell, flashing front and back lights or reflectors and a mirror.
Our goal is to have you enjoy your ride and arrive at the end safe, happy and satisfied with your leader and your outing.