Fairbanks area trails need your help! There are rumblings that the Borough's Comprehensive Recreational Trails Plan update may face opposition when it comes up for a vote at this coming Assembly meeting on Thursday (Nov. 10). If not enough … [Continue reading]
Boro Comprehensive Roads Plan Update Causes Concerns Regarding Trails
Trail advocates should speak up in defense of trails regarding the Fairbanks North Star Borough Comprehensive Roads Plan Update. Comments must be submitted by October 21. See the plan update page here. Several residents have expressed concern … [Continue reading]
Fairbanks Climate Change Summit Aug 13
Climate change affects everyone, including trail users. It changes the weather, both summer and winter, often making it difficult to get out on the trails or dangerous when we're out there. Consider the snow/ice storms of last winter or the … [Continue reading]
Get Out More! Get Out the Door! How to Do An S240
The abbreviation S24O (for Sub-24-hour Overnighter) comes from the bikepacking community, but it can be applied to any outdoor recreational activity. It’s a helpful way to get yourself out the door when life keeps getting in the way. Here’s the … [Continue reading]
Alternatives to Damaging Soft/Muddy Trails
ENJOY OUR PAVED TRAILS We’ve got a bunch in the area, including ones along Farmer’s Loop, Parks Highway, Chena Pump, and Badger Road. Here are some other popular ones: You can also find paved trails and bike-friendly roads on the Bikeways … [Continue reading]