who are we?

Way back in 1992, a small group of trailblazers led by Cliff Miller and a few of his good friends realized that “fat tire bikes” had a place in this community and within Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw Xay Temixw, the territory of the Squamish Nation has stewarded since time immemorial. These visionaries fought hard to advocate for the sport, and their legacy is felt 30+ years later. Today SORCA boasts over 3400 members, has a voice at the table with the communities' front country activities, hosts weekly events, has a paid trail crew of 6, and works cooperatively with several exceptionally skilled contractors and countless volunteer trail builders. We rely on our members, volunteers, the local business community, the board of directors and staff to execute our important mandate.

We are the primary advocate and maintainer for Squamish’s front country trail network through partnership agreements with the District of Squamish, Squamish Nation, Rec Sites and Trails BC, BC Parks and various private landowners.

SORCAs Mission is to…

  • maintain and expand Squamish’s mountain bike trail network for diverse trail users

  • advocate on behalf of mountain biking and the trails in Squamish

  • encourage responsible and sustainable use of the trails in Skwxwu7mesh Uxumixw Xay Temixw.

  • create inclusion in the Squamish mountain biking community 

  • organize awesome races, social events and programs year-round”

we’ve got a plan.

In 2020 and 2021, SORCA’s Board of Directors and staff developed a four-year strategic plan for the organization with input from members and community stakeholders supported by WCS Engagement + Planning. In 2023 we solicited feedback in advance of the 2024 Strategic plan renewal from our community and in Q4 2024 we will be releasing the updated plan to the community.  We welcome any additional feedback related to the plan to our Executive Director (ian.lowe@sorca.ca).

FROM LITTLE THINGS,

big things grow.

Over 25 years ago, Cliff Miller and a few good friends founded SORCA. In the early days, they would get together a couple of times a week to build some trails. Sunday mornings were for quick meetings over coffee and then off for a group ride. How things have changed over time; now SORCA has weekly social rides and races followed by after-parties with attendance in the hundreds. We also have a paid trail crew, in addition to dozens of dedicated volunteers, who help maintain the trails.

Some of our major achievements over the years, in partnership with other community members, include:

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