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CORBA PV is a volunteer-based group dedicated to promoting sustainable trail access for mountain bicyclists, and to maintaining the trails on which mountain bicyclists ride. We support the conservation of open spaces and are committed to educating mountain bicyclists to ride sensitively and responsibly thereby protecting the natural environment and the experience of other trail users. This site will post important information about trail access and mountain biking activities in Palos Verdes.
Alert: Trails Still Closed in Portuguese Bend - Fire Roads Open Map - More info
City approved maps: Portuguese Bend ● Forrestal ● Alta Vicente ● Vicente Bluffs ● Agua Amarga

**April 19, 2008 - Mountain Bikers, under the direction of Becky Harper, contribute over 80 hours to maintain and repair trails in the new Portuguese Bend Reserve.**

The trail maintenance trainees re-sloped the Panorama Trail to prevent water erosion. Others repaired a huge rut caused by recent rains and trimmed brush. Over 60 volunteers were on hand to remove trash, weed, and old PVC pipe from the reserve. Job well done! **Next workday May 10, 2008 at the Forrestal Reserve (info).**

**CORBA PV** purchased 11 Pulaski (axe-mattock) tools and presented them to the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy as part of our effort to support sustainable trails. These tools will be on long term loan for trail repair and maintenance in Rancho Palos Verdes reserves.
Information: info@mtbpv.org

Upcoming 2008 Trail Work Schedule

May 10th: Help with trail maintenance at Forrestal.
June 7th: at Canyons by helping maintain the trails
Celebrated National Trails Day Sponsored by REI

Details to be posted

Our goal is to work with the city of Rancho Palos Verdes and the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. If we maintain this level of commitment we can achieve all of our goals.
Information: info@mtbpv.org

**Trail Etiquette**

► **Yield to all other users.**

► **When approaching horses,** stop first and move to the downhill side of the trail. Horses don’t like running a gauntlet of bikes, so everyone go to one side. Talk to the rider in a normal, friendly voice. If the horse seems distressed, ask "what would you like me to do". More information.

► **When approaching hikers,** stop and move aside or slow to a crawl. Say “hello” and ask if it’s okay to pass. Never startle anyone.

► **Never speed past anyone.**
If you can’t see far ahead, or are approaching an intersection, slow down. Expect to meet other users. Avoid wearing headphones, which prevent you from hearing others.

► **Protect the habitat.** Ride only on open trails. Never make new trails, jumps, ramps or change existing trails.

► **Leave no trace.** Pick up any trash, yours and others’.

► **We set the example.** Make the trail experience enjoyable for everyone.
Want trails to ride in Palos Verdes? The city of Rancho Palos Verdes has purchased land to preserve as open space. The good news: We may no longer fear the loss of trails due to development. The bad news: The city will decide what trails will remain open and who will be allowed to use them. Many trails we’ve ridden for years may not be available if cyclists don’t get involved now. CORBA Palos Verdes was formed to help cyclists keep the trails we’ve enjoyed for decades. We’re a non-profit, volunteer-based organization dedicated to promoting sustainable trails access for mountain bicyclists, and to maintaining the trails on which we ride. CORBA supports the conservation of open space and is committed to educating off-road cyclists to ride sensitively and responsibly in order to protect the natural environment and the experience of other trail users.	What can you do to help? Sign up for our email list to get the latest news, plus information about important events. This list is strictly for Palos Verdes riders and is not shared with or sold to any other groups or organizations. Volunteer for trail work! It may be our most important asset. Trail etiquette matters! Remember, you’re a representative for cyclists whenever you ride. Others are watching so show that we care by respecting all other trail users. Spread the word to fellow cyclists that we can make a difference. Our strength depends on your support. We may call for speakers at public meetings or people to write letters to local officials and organizations. Do what you can when you can. That’s all we ask.
Position Rancho Palos Verdes has a long history of shared trail use by equestrians, hikers, and bicyclists. CORBA PV supports a multi-use designation for all trails to ensure that all users have equal opportunity to access trails. Access to trails should be based on objective, measured data gathered through an impartial process over a complete seasonal cycle and reviewed periodically. Trails should not be automatically closed when issues arise. Mitigation measures should be the first step in resolving any perceived problems. Close trails only as a last resort. If a trail is closed, the reason for closure should be clearly defined for future remedy and reopening. CORBA PV is committed to assist Rancho Palos Verdes to: ● Educate trail users about proper trail usage. ● Provide volunteers to help maintain, repair and enhance trails under the guidance of land managers. ● Provide a communication link between off-road cyclists and the city of Rancho Palos Verdes.