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Halloween Fun Day

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Fun Day Recap

A beautiful day at The Ponds Rec Site with fun games, food and drink and 3 different takes on pumpkin launchers. The adults stayed close to the campfire because the sun didn’t reach high enough to penetrate the trees most of the day.

The kids had a great time tracking down treats on the treat trail and rolling pumpkins.

Thanks to the organizers for making the day happen and Jeremy and Angeline for taking a group for a ride around the Becker area. Great work by Allen, Claus and Michael for the three unique launcher designs and thank you Martina for the amazing photos.

The Pumpkin Launchers

Starts @ 9:30am Saturday October 28, 2023

Please register by email by 9:00pm Thursday October 26 for a fun-filled day at The Ponds Recreation Site at Noble Canyon. There will be fun for kids of all ages including pumpkin carving, a number of different games, a candy trail and pumpkin catapult.

The campfire will be going all day and food and drink provided by the club. If you have a young family this will be a fun day for the kiddos.

Bring your ATV or drive up in your car/truck/suv as there will be activities at The Ponds and rides going out throughout the day.

Becker Lake Road is a Forest Service Road (FSR) so expect potholes, washboard and snow as you get to the upper elevations near The Ponds. AWD or 4WD with good tires would be recommended but a 2WD car/truck with good winter tires should be okay if you know how to drive offroad in the winter. 

Activities include:

  • ATV rides to nearby viewpoints and longer rides
  • Cornhole
  • Axe throwing (Nerf version)
  • Kids Treat Trail
  • Pumpkin carving
  • Pumpkin launching from a couple different catapult/slingshot designs
  • Walk the trail and boardwalk around/over the pond

The forecast is for daily high temperatures in the low single digits in the valley so it will be right around freezing at The Ponds but it’s supposed to be clear and sunny. Dress warm because nothing ruins the fun like being cold.

The Ponds Recreation Site is 10.5km up Becker Lake FSR. We will lead a convoy of vehicles up from the cattleguard on Noble Canyon Road (400m from Highway 6) at 9:30am. Everyone who registers will receive detailed instructions on how to find The Ponds should they want to come up later in the day.

Please register by email by 9:00pm Thursday October 26 so we have enough pumpkins and food for everyone.

Photos from Halloween 2021 at The Ponds

2019 Christmas Party

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The Greedy Santa Gift Exchange is one of the main attractions at the Christmas Party.

Register by Sunday, November 17 – Party is Sunday November 24

It’s time to register for this year’s club Christmas Party (scroll down for the registration form). This is a family friendly event with fun and games for kids, adults and those who can’t decide which they are.

We’re going potluck again for supper so bring your secret family recipe to the party. The club will be providing the staples (turkey, potatoes, etc.) so members will be asked to bring salads, casseroles and such. If we have too many of one thing we may ask if you can bring another dish, but we’ll be in touch either way.

Each year we ask members to bring cash or non-perishable food items for the Food Bank. We challenge everyone bring a minimum of $5 per person for the food bank, the more the better!

Bring a re-gift, new or gently used, wrapped for the Greedy Santa gift exchange game! The gift exchange goes for a couple of hours, the basic premise is an item can be stolen a maximum of three times and when you have an item stolen, you decide if you want to unwrap a new gift from under the tree or steal an open gift from the crowd. We suggest gifts under $20 value, novelty gifts or even re-gift that darn present you got last year you don’t want… it’s all in fun!

For children too young to enjoy having their gifts stolen, the club provides presents. We’ll be in touch to see what your little one would like to receive.

Register by Sunday November 17 at 5:00pm

  • Name (and age of young children) of those attending with you
  • You don't need to bring anything, we've decided to have the event catered!
  • We will do our best to accommodate special dietary needs where possible.
  • We really want you to attend the Christmas Party but understand times are tough for a lot of folks. If the cost of bringing a pot luck dish or gift is too much please let us know. Your information will be kept confidentially.
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Crowfoot Mountain Ride with GKAA & SBR

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Saturday August 17

This Saturday ride to the top of Crowfoot Mountain with the Greater Kamloops ATV Association and the Shuswap Backcountry Riders is one not to miss. It’s an earlier start than we’re used to but it has to be with the distance we’re going.

The Vernon Club is going to attend the ride and meet up with the Greater Kamloops ATV Association and Shuswap Backcountry Riders but to help alleviate congestion on the trails we’re going to get an earlier start.

Vernon Ride Time & Plans

Our goal is to make it to the upper parking lot at Crowfoot Snowmobile area around 8:45am. This means being at the store at the Squilax bridge at 8:15am for the 30 minute drive to staging. That also means you need to leave Vernon at 7:00am to make it on time. If you’re going to ride with the “early” Vernon crew be sure to email [email protected] or text 250-550-5290 so we know to look for you.

GKAA & SBR Ride Times & Plans

Kamloops & the Shuswap Riders are going to meet at the store on the right after crossing the Squilax Bridge at 8:45am, departing there at 9:00am for the 30 minute drive to the Crowfoot Snowmobile Club parking lot. Unload and be ready to ride by 9:45-10:00am after a quick rider meeting.

It’s a 5 1/2 hour ride (not including lunch break) and like most rides to elevation it will be a rough and technical ride. We’ll be stopping to chat at lunch time so bring your food and drinks. Remember no drugs or alcohol on club rides.

DIRECTIONS

Squilax to Crowfoot Parking on Google Maps (30 minutes)

Vernon to Squilax Gas Station on Google Maps (1 hour 15 minutes)

Rides and events are open to everyone, we encourage new riders to come out for a couple of rides to meet club members, find new trails and get a sense of the club before joining.

The Vernon ATV Club promotes responsible all terrain vehicle use. Riders must must carry their driver’s license, vehicle registration, and proof of $200,000 liability insurance for riding on forest service roads. Quad riders must wear a helmet, side x side riders aren’t required by law to wear helmets but we recommend they do.

Grizzly Lake Long Weekend Camping and Rides

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Friday-Monday May 17-20

Weekend Recap: A busy long weekend at area recreation sites. We thought heading up Thursday after work we would get our pick of camp sites but lots of folks were already out enjoying the backcountry.

It rained Saturday which meant no dust for the group ride that headed south and east from Grizzly Lake, going by Goat Mountain Lake before descending to Harris Creek then returning up Nicklen FSR by Aberdeen and Haddo Lakes for a 102km ride.

The sun prevailed Sunday as the ride took the group west along Wollaston then over to Brunette and south to Postill Lake for some muddy and rocky technical trails before heading back toward Beaver Lake then home past the Flyfish lakes for a 90km ride. Each evening tall tales and funny stories were exchanged around the campfire before turning in to get ready to do it all again the next day.

Thanks to Abe, Allen and Clint for weaving together their respective trail knowledge to make for two days of fun rides.

Join the club at the Grizzly Lake Recreation Site for a long weekend full of camping, rides and stories around the campfire. The Grizzly Lake camp sites are located at 23km on the Aberdeen Forest Service Road accessed via Learmouth Road in Lavington.

If you’re camping get in touch so we know to save a space for you. We plan on staying at the Canal Campground which is the third road you encounter at the rec site when coming from Lavington.

If you’re coming for rides they will be heading out at 10:00am both Saturday and Sunday. Since we’re starting from Grizzly Lake we’ll be able to explore areas further from our usual King Eddy Road starting spot. Send an email by 5:00pm Friday May 17 if you’re coming for rides so we know to look out for you.

Click the View larger map button in the top right corner of the map above to open in a new window.

Rides and events are open to everyone, we encourage new riders to come out for a couple of rides to meet club members, find new trails and get a sense of the club before joining.

The Vernon ATV Club promotes responsible all terrain vehicle use. Riders must must carry their driver’s license, vehicle registration, and proof of $200,000 liability insurance for riding on forest service roads. Quad riders must wear a helmet, side x side riders aren’t required by law to wear helmets but we recommend they do.

2018 Christmas Party

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The Greedy Santa Gift Exchange at the 2017 Christmas Party

Party starts at 6:00pm Saturday November 17

It’s time to register for this year’s club Christmas Party. This is a family friendly event with fun and games for kids, adults and those who can’t decide which they are.

We’re going potluck again for supper so bring your secret family recipe to the party. The club will be providing the staples (turkey, potatoes, etc.) so members will be asked to bring salads, casseroles and such. If we have too many of one thing we may ask if you can bring another dish, but we’ll be in touch either way.

Each year we ask members to bring cash or non-perishable food items for the Food Bank. We challenge everyone bring a minimum of $5 per person for the food bank, the more the better!

Bring a re-gift, new or gently used, wrapped for the Greedy Santa gift exchange game! The gift exchange goes for a couple of hours, the basic premise is an item can be stolen a maximum of three times and when you have an item stolen, you decide if you want to unwrap a new gift from under the tree or steal an open gift from the crowd. We suggest gifts under $20 value, novelty gifts or even re-gift that darn present you got last year you don’t want… it’s all in fun!

For children too young to enjoy having their gifts stolen, the club provides presents. We’ll be in touch to see what your little one would like to receive.

Howl at the Moon Dressup Fun Ride

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10:00am Sunday October 28
Join Ghost Rider Steve at Noble Canyon for a fun ride and aimless wander. Dress yourself and your machine, get in the spooky spirit and enjoy what should be one of the last sunny days before the rains and snow sets in.
 
Leaving the cattleguard at the bottom of Noble Canyon Road at 10:00am. Come prepared for all conditions, bring a lunch and something to enjoy over the campfire while you tell stories and admire all the costumes.
 
Dirtbikes, quads and side x sides. The ride is open to everyone, you don’t need to be a club member to attend. Come see what the club is all about, meet other riders and find new trails.
 
The Vernon ATV Club promotes responsible all terrain vehicle use. Riders must must carry proof of $200,000 liability insurance for riding on forest service roads, driver’s license and quad riders must wear a helmet (side x side riders aren’t required by law to wear helmets but we recommend they do).

Bolean Lake Camping & Rides

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Vernon ATV Club members enjoyed a relaxing weekend at Bolean Lake Lodge enjoying the tranquil lakeside accommodations and exploring the countless miles of trails. Lots of smiles and stories shared over the weekend, we look forward to going back again sometime.

Thursday September, 6 through Sunday, September 9

Come for the weekend or come for the day, the club will be camped out at Bolean Lake Lodge from Thursday, September 6 though Sunday September 9.

Lots of people have signed up for camping and riding at Bolean Lake. Some folks are heading out Thursday, others just coming out for rides over the weekend, it’s up to you.

If you’re thinking of riding for the day we recommend you let us know you’re coming and show up by 10:00am so you can join in on the rides. Maybe you’re up for fishing or just telling stories, we look forward to seeing you!

If you haven’t yet booked your accommodation or are an individual looking to share lodging get in touch by email and we’ll see if there are any open spaces or opportunities to fit you in a cabin or tent. Accommodation options include cabins and campsites, there is fishing and access to ATV trails right from the campsite.

Check out your lodging options on the Bolean Lake website

To make your own lodging booking call or text Bolean Lake Lodge at 604-614-6121.

ATV Club Celebrates Canada Day

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The Vernon ATV Club’s third year participating in Canada Day in Polson Park was our most successful yet. In our second year offering rides on the kiddie train approximately 1,000 people of all ages took rides along a longer course than last year’s train ride.

Banner Recreation and Vernon Motorsports provided the tow vehicles this year for the twelve colourful carts. Despite gusty winds and a short spurt of rain families lined up for rides all day and the train continued to run long after all other Canada Day vendors and displays packed up.

The day went without a hitch and we couldn’t have done it without the help of:

  • Brodie
  • Christian
  • Daniel
  • Denis
  • Gerry
  • Grahame
  • Jason G
  • Jason K
  • Judy
  • Kent
  • Michael
  • Miranda
  • Monique
  • Otto
  • Randy

Canada Day 2018 Help Needed

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The ATV Club is part of Canada Day festivities in Polson Park for the third year. Last year was our fist year with the kiddie train and it was a hit with over 1,000 going for a ride.

Rides start at 10:00am and go to 4:00pm, we arrive at 8:00am to set up and are usually done and ready to leave by 5:00pm.

To make this year another success we need people to help with:

  • Morning set up of tents, tables, carts
  • Organizing riders into the carts
  • Driving the vehicles pulling the kiddie carts
  • Providing info to people visiting the club display
  • Take down and load out at the end of the day

Use the form below to let us know how you can help make 2018 a success.

Kiddie Cart Work Party

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The kiddie train was a hit last year at the Canada Day festivities but we have a few more carts to finish and all need a coat of paint.

Venture up Silver Star Road to 8439 Ladner Road on Saturday, June 16 between 10:00am and 2:00pm where all the kiddie carts will be awaiting your creative ideas.

We’ll have the BBQ going to reward volunteers but the ride after the BBQ has been cancelled.

Let us know if you’re coming by 5:00pm Friday, June 15 so we can have food for everyone.