Community Dig Day, Snacks, and Social Ride at Christie Lake
2026-07-26 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Toronto)
The HBMBA team is excited to host another Community Dig Day at Christie Lake. In this hands-on dig day, participants will be introduced to the tools they’ll be using, learn about safety, and have an opportunity to do some work on the trails. Afterwards, we will relax and enjoy some snacks and beverages before we get on our bikes and ride the singletrack.
Who Can Join Us
No experience is required and all HBMBA members are welcome. Non-members may attend one trail build day, but must become a member in order to attend additional build days due to the HBMBA’s insurance and liability policy.
Participants must be 18+. If you have younger family members keen to join us, please reach out to hello@hbmba.ca and we will do our best to accommodate.
Please sign up at this link to confirm your spot.
Dig Day volunteers will have free access to Christie Lake if they don’t have an annual Hamilton Conservation Pass. Members will simply have to show their HBMBA membership confirmation and their Dig Day reservation at the main gate to gain access to the park free of charge.
Meeting Place
Mountain bike parking lot at Christie Lake Conservation Authority (the west-most parking lot, follow signage).
What to Bring

Sturdy shoes (steel toe is ideal, but not necessary)
Work/gardening gloves.
Sunglasses or safety glasses are also recommended
Snacks, water, insect repellant and an extra layer(s). Be prepared to carry your gear out on trail with you.

*** All tools will be provided by HBMBA.
Inclement Weather
If the weather is not suitable for building, you will receive an email (no less than 2hrs prior to the event start).
New this year!
Bring your mountain bike! After we work on the trails, there will be a BBQ and we will lead a group ride on the singletrack.
