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SMT is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to building & maintaining sustainable trails around Salida

09/03/2026

The Rusty Lung overhaul continues! 🪏 After an incredible workday with our volunteers, the SMT crew kept the work going—installing five timber check dams to slow water and catch sediment, plus new rock armoring at the wash crossing to harden and stabilize the trail. 🙌

The goal? Better drainage, less erosion, and hopefully a much less sandy ride. 🚲

Let’s give our Trail Crew, Mel, Kyle, and Kiersten a round of applause for all their work planning and executing this project! 👏

Another step toward a more fun and sustainable Rusty Lung!

09/02/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our recent volunteer ShinDig on Rusty Lung. Together, 18 dedicated volunteers rolled up their sleeves and worked alongside our staff and Board to restore flow and refresh features on one of Salida’s favorite trails! The crew also completed some rehab work to restore and protect natural resources, so we can enjoy the public lands we love without loving them to death.

Here’s what we accomplished:
✅ Restored and revegetated 900 feet of trail corridor
🪨 Built a 36 square foot riprap wall to stabilize a washed-out bank
💧 Installed 2 erosion control structures to slow runoff and protect the trail
🥾 Maintained 0.7 miles of trail tread, leaving it smoother and safer for everyone
⛰️ Rebuilt 605 square feet of severely cambered trail to improve sustainability and user experience
🌿 Closed and restored 30 feet of social trail, helping protect surrounding habitat

09/01/2026

Want a front-row shaded seat to Salida Bike Fest? Volunteer for a shift at the aid station during the Salida 76, the Banana Belt MTB, or both! 🚴🚵

Cheer on riders, keep the stoke high, and be part of the community that makes Bike Fest happen. It’s a fun way to connect with fellow trail supporters while helping raise funds for our organization!

Sign up to volunteer 👉 shiftevents.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=104794

08/31/2026

Who’s joining us Thursday? 🙋‍♀️🚵‍♀️ With just four rides left this season, now’s the perfect time to come see what the Ladies Ride is all about. Bring a friend or come solo! You’ll find a supportive group of women ready to ride, laugh, and explore the trails together.

📍Subculture Cyclery
📅 Thursday, September 3
⏰ Meet at 5:30 p.m. | Roll at 5:45 p.m.
✨ Free • No Drop • All abilities & female identities welcome

Register at salidamountaintrails.org/ladies-ride-signup

08/28/2026

Save the date for our annual Member Appreciation Party: Thursday, October 15 from 5:30–9:00 pm at Fun Street Family Arcade.

This members-only evening is your chance to celebrate everything we’ve accomplished together, connect with fellow trail lovers, and enjoy a night of family-friendly fun, including a silent auction featuring thousands of dollars’ worth of gear, apparel, and unique experiences. All proceeds benefit Salida Mountain Trails! 🧡

‼️ Not a member yet? Join or renew today at salidamountaintrails.org/membership

08/27/2026

Spend a couple of hours giving back to the trails you love: Join us for a volunteer dig on Thursday, September 3, 2026, from 5:30–7:30pm on Spartan West. 🛠️

Whether you’re a seasoned trail builder or it’s your first time, all experience levels are welcome! Mini Digs are a fun way to learn about trail work, meet fellow trail users, and make a lasting impact on our local trail system.

🍹 After the dig, we’ll head to The Biker & The Baker for a complimentary post-work beverage, courtesy of our incredible community partners.

👉 Sign up at https://forms.monday.com/forms/fbaf20e6357366082cc9230ad9cb2838?r=use1

08/26/2026

It takes an incredible crew to make Salida Bike Fest weekend happen September 19-20!

Whether you’re cheering on riders or just want to be part of the fun, we’d love your help at the Salida 76 on Saturday and the Banana Belt MTB on Sunday.

All volunteers receive:
🚴 A limited edition volunteer t-shirt
🥤 Tasty and refreshing beverages
✋ Endless high fives from participants and event crew!

Help for a few hours or both days!

Sign up here: https://shiftevents.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=104794

08/25/2026

Do you have a bike collecting dust in your garage? Consider giving it a second life! 🚲

SMT is partnering with the Chaffee Cycle Collective to get used bikes to kids who need them.

All bike donations are welcome to the Chaffee Cycle Collective–kids, adult, mountain, road, cruisers, or anything in between. For this partnership, we’re looking for kids’ mountain bikes for our Salida Youth Cycling (SYC) program, where young riders learn skills, build confidence, and explore our local trails. CCC will refurbish the donated bikes so we can award them as part of scholarships to local youth who want to participate in SYC but who don’t have bikes to do so.

Whether they need a little TLC or are ready to ride, your donated bike can make a real difference in making cycling more accessible for everyone in Chaffee County.

💙 Visit chaffeecycles.org to arrange a donation and learn more.

08/24/2026

It’s never too late to join us! Come meet some awesome people, enjoy an evening of mountain biking, and see what the Salida Ladies Ride is all about. 🌼

📍 Meet at Absolute Bikes
📅 Thursday, August 27 at 5:30 p.m.
💜 Free • No Drop • All abilities & female identities welcome

Sign up at www.salidamountaintrails.org/ladies-ride-signup

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PO Box 612
Salida, CO
81201

Website

http://salidamountaintrails.org/

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