How can we show up for the trails and lands that mean so much to us? We’re living in a moment when our public lands are facing continued pressure. From federal budget cuts to changing environmental protections and the effects of a years-long drought on trails, local wildlife and ecosystems. It can be easy to
July Isn’t So Dry – Monsoon Season Begins, and Trail Loraxes Grin! Despite what can feel like relentless heat at times, summer monsoon rains finally brought much needed moisture to the Vail Valley. Fingers crossed these monsoon rains carry into the end August as we continue to battle ongoing drought, warm temperatures, and water scarcity.
And just like that, it’s officially summer! In June we saw the longest days of the year, numerous seasonal wildlife closures end, and volunteers, staff and participants make the most of these long, warm summer days and evenings. Wildflowers started blooming,and wildlife and humans alike are out enjoying the natural wonders of our public lands.
Trails and Stewardship Crew May was a big month on the trail for the Trails and Stewardship Crew (TSC). The crew covered 54 miles of trail while focusing on clearing trees, making trails accessible, improving campgrounds and trailheads, and caring for the places our community loves to explore. Keeping Trails Open and Accessible One of
Trails Are More Than Recreation Last week, I went for a trail run on East Lake Creek. It felt great to be in Wilderness, moving along the traversing trail through a beautiful aspen stand with birds singing as happy as can be and lupines and larkspur just starting to bloom. The sound of the creek
Our 2025 Annual Report is here. In a year that brought real challenges for trails, public lands, and the partners who help steward them, this community showed up in a big way with stewardship, advocacy, and impact across the valley. Read the full report below to see what we accomplished together and where we are
This year was a powerful reminder of what we can accomplish together for the trails and public lands we love. As a community, we put more people, more care, and more heart on the ground than ever before, and the impact is visible from Eagle to Vail and beyond. One of the proudest milestones was
From bike parks to bridges, from skinnies to sustainable drainage. Is there anything this crew can’t handle? As we look back on the Trail Conservation Crew’s 2025 season, I’m amazed at the breadth of work this crew is capable of. The TCC will be entering its sixth season in 2026 and this crew no longer
Every drain cleared, every rock placed, every laugh shared on the trail tells a story of stewardship and connection. This year, the Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance’s Adopt A Trail (AAT) program once again proved that when our community comes together, the trails — and the people who love them — thrive. Here’s a look into
Here is our ‘annual report’ on work in 2015. We had huge year for trails and for VVMBA in 2015 and want to take a moment to reflect on all that you helped accomplishment by showing up to dig or by contributing financial and moral support. You also supported us by getting out there and riding
