This past weekend's Trail School was a great success. More than 40 people turned out to learn from the International Mountain Bike Association's Trail Care Crew how to build sustainable trails in the Triangle area.

As part of the class, the group re-routed some spots on the new singletrack out at Little River Regional Park. Here, a new berm turn allows bikers to make a 180 degree turn in a smaller space, with drainage for rainwater.

Just below the berm is a creek crossing. Here, volunteers are "armoring" the creek crossing -- a process where rocks are used to strengthen the trail bed as it passes through a wet area.

Thanks to DOMBO for organizing this great event.

February's coffee for commuters was such a success, let's do it all again.

This time, at Mad Hatter's, in the same plaza as Whole Foods.

Friday through Sunday MARCH 18 - 20

You can't ride trails that aren't there! Learn to build trails with the best builders in the world--- the Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew.
You can have that opportunity March 19 & 20. DOMBO will host the Trailbuilding School which will include a day and a half of classroom and field instruction. The school combines interactive learning, hands-on trailwork and top-notch instructors to develop skilled trailworkers and crew leaders. Topics covered include designing a contour trail, controlling water flow, building effective trail structures, and routine trail maintenance.

REGISTRATION IS FREE, BUT REQUIRED.

To register send an email to buildright_ride4ever@mindspring.com

Include your name, email address and phone number.

If you don't have email call 929-9001 to register.

Space is limited so register EARLY. Half the spaces are already taken.

Saturday will be a half day of classroom work followed by a half day of field instruction.

You can bring lunch, or a box lunch will be provided at a cost of $5.00

Sunday we will work on a project at Little River Regional Park followed by a group ride.