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Behind the Trails: Inside Bruce County's Trail Networks with Andrew Beumer | Trail Nutz Podcast
Join host Marc LeBlanc on Trail Nutz as he sits down with Andrew Beumer, the Environmental Services Manager for Bruce County, Ontario. Discover what goes into maintaining miles of diverse trail segments, from storm repairs to new route planning. Andrew shares insights on the county's forestry program, hazardous waste management, and noxious weed control, and how they intertwine with trail management. Learn about the unique characteristics and challenges of Bruce County's four major mountain biking trail properties: Brant Tract, Carrick Tract, Lindsay Tract, and Albemarle Tract. Explore the history, maintenance, and future development plans of these trails, including the influence of the International Mountain Bike Association standards and the growing popularity of winter fat biking. Perfect for mountain biking enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
00:00 Introduction to Trail Management 00:33 Meet Andrew Beumer: Environmental Services Manager 01:43 Overview of Bruce County's Trail Segments 05:02 History and Development of the Trails 08:16 Trail Maintenance and Volunteer Efforts 14:22 Winter Activities and Fat Biking 16:38 Trail Design and Sustainability 21:31 Future Plans and Community Engagement 23:28 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsFollow us on Facebook and Instagram
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Behind the Scenes: The 24 Hour Summer Solstice Mountain Bike RaceIn this episode of Trail Nuts, host Marc LeBlanc sits down with Adam Ruppel, the founder of Chico Racing and the organizer of the 24 Hour Summer Solstice, one of the largest and longest-running mountain bike events. They discuss the event's origins, growth, and the challenges of organizing such a large-scale race. Adam shares insights into the event's community spirit, adaptive cycling inclusivity, and efforts to improve trails with a focus on sustainability. The conversation also touches on Adam's passion for mountain biking, his career in racing, and the role supportive staff and dedicated volunteers play in making the event a success.00:00 Introduction to the 24 Hour Summer Solstice Event01:01 Origins and Evolution of the Event02:32 Challenges and Rewards of Organizing06:44 Community and Inclusivity13:05 Trail Maintenance and Future Plans18:34 Event Flow and Participation Tips22:12 Personal Reflections and Favorite Moments24:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Trail Nutz Podcast: Discovering the Freedom of Mountain BikingJoin host Marc LeBlanc in the inaugural episode of Trail Nutz, a podcast celebrating the exhilarating world of mountain biking. Marc shares his personal journey from his early biking days in Atlantic Canada, navigating through local trails and growing within the biking community, to launching Trail Nutz. Explore the stories and the profound connection with nature and freedom that mountain biking offers. Tune in for insights on biking experiences, local bike shops, and the vibrant biking community.00:00 Introduction to Trail Nutz Podcast00:43 Marc's Early Biking Days02:43 First Real Mountain Bike05:08 Joining the Mountain Biking Community07:40 Racing and Working in Bike Shops09:52 Balancing Life and Mountain Biking11:19 Reviving the Passion with Family14:13 Launching the Trail Nutz Podcast15:48 Conclusion and Future Episodes
