Norfolk Pathways for People

Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day is coming up this Saturday, June 6th! 🎉
Got a little ripper who wants to hit the trails? Register them for this FREE event and join the fun!
Register here: https://www.tpmbc.com/

𝟑𝐫𝐝 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐀𝐊𝐌𝐁𝐃!
We’re less than a week away from our favourite event of the year, Take A Kid Mountain Biking Day!

Join us next Saturday at Long Point Eco-Adventures & Marshview Patio for an action packed day of bikes, trails, community, & family friendly fun! All kiddos must be accompanied by an adult (including during group rides), helmets are mandatory for everyone!

9:00AM • Registration starts!
9:45 AM • Brief introductory skills session with Paul from Elevation Mountain Bike Camps & Coaching!
10:00AM • Guided group rides • split into groups for lil shredders of all ages & abilities. There’s no trophies, we’re out there to laugh & enjoy nature!
12:00 AM • Free BBQ lunch from Sandbar On The Beach! Followed by games, activities, & fun surprises for all!

If you & your little shredders are wanting to attend this FREE event, head on over to our website to register! We can’t wait to share the stoke & ride with the next generation of mountain bikers! See you there! 🚲🚲🚲

We’re inviting community members to share their ideas and feedback through our Pathways to Progress Community Survey.

📝 Complete the survey here: https://forms.office.com/r/L5Ak4gqe8d

🎉 As a thank you, participants will be entered for a chance to win a $25 gift card to a local business of their choice!

Please share this post and help spread the word - Your input can help shape the future of walking, biking, rolling, and connectivity in Norfolk County!

Thank you to everyone who came out on Sunday for our trail clean-up! Your time, effort, and helping hands are truly appreciated in keeping our trails beautiful for everyone to enjoy.

We covered a lot of ground in just a few hours - many hands really do make light work! Thank you again for your support and community spirit.

Please be advised that we are postponing our trail cleanup until tomorrow at 9:00 AM due to rain. Thank you.

Discover Norfolk on guided group walks!
Check out the schedule below ⬇️

Hey, Norfolk!👋 The Discover Norfolk Walking Group is back for 2026!

Discover Norfolk County on guided group walks, exploring its beauty, rain or shine.

👟 May 14 - Backus Woods
👟 May 21 - Waterford Heritage Trail
👟 May 28 - St. Williams Conservation Area
👟 June 4 - Brook Conservation Trail
👟 June 11 - St. Williams Conservation Area
👟 June 18 - Turkey Point Mountain Biking Club's Saudwinder Trail
👟 June 25 - Pinegrove Trail

All guided walks are FREE, and pre-registration is recommended in the event of a program change.

For more information on the Discover Norfolk Walking Group and how to register, visit https://www.norfolkcounty.ca/recreation-culture-and-events/recreation/walking/.

Pathways for People is looking forward to being part of Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day on Saturday, June 6! 🚲 We can’t wait to see kids of all ages get outside, build confidence, and share the joy of riding together. To register your little ripper, visit tpmbc.com ✅

𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗞𝗶𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝗶𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘆!
Join us Saturday, June 6th at Long Point Eco-Adventures & Marshview Patio for a fun-filled morning of bikes! Whether your kids are new to biking or already roaring through singletrack, this event’s all about getting kids outside to build confidence & share the joy of riding together!

• Kids of all ages & abilities are welcome! All participants must be accompanied by a parent/guardian for the ride, & helmets are mandatory for everyone!
• Registration @ 9, just before 10 we’ll kick things off with a short introductory skills session by Elevation Mountain Bike Camps & Coaching!
• Group rides start around 10 & we’ll split into two groups. We want everyone to enjoy the experience at a comfortable pace & ride within their abilities. TPMBC will guide these rides to ensure we don’t lose anyone while exploring the woods!
• After the ride, stick around for a free BBQ lunch from Sandbar On The Beach! We’ve got plenty of activities, bike-centric games, & other fun surprises for the kids! It’s more than just a ride — it’s a day to celebrate adventure & mountain biking in a family-friendly atmosphere!
• A few things you should bring: bikes, helmets, bug spray, sunscreen, water, snacks!

Please register on our website so we know how many little rippers to expect! We can’t wait for an exciting day on the trails, we’ll see you there!

📣Trail clean-up Saturday May 23rd!

If you’re free and would like to lend a hand, we’d love to have you join us for a community trail clean-up! Every bit of help makes a difference, and it’s a great way to give back, enjoy the outdoors, and connect with others in the community.

📍Meeting spot: Argyle St. parking lot in Simcoe.
⏰Time: 9:00 am.

Whether you can stay for a little while or the whole morning, your help is truly appreciated.

Huge congratulations to Clonmel Castle, Port Dover for receiving Ontario’s Southwest Best Bicycle Friendly Business award👏👏👏🎉

🚴‍♀️ Let’s Celebrate a Cycling Champion! 🎉
We’re thrilled to celebrate a standout achievement in bicycle‑friendly tourism! 🏆 To earn this honour, businesses must be certified Bicycle Friendly through the Ontario By Bike Network, which includes over 1,700 locations across Ontario 🌍—meeting criteria that truly support and welcome cyclists.

Award winners go even further, creating exceptional experiences for riders 🚲✨. With 45% of cyclists visiting at least one certified bicycle‑friendly business in the past two years and 54% of certified businesses reporting increased business from cyclists, this recognition truly matters!

Congratulations to Ontario’s Southwest Best Bicycle Friendly Business:
👏🎊 Clonmel Castle – Port Dover 🎊👏

A proud 2026 award winner and a shining example of cycling hospitality done right! 💚🚲

Hey, Norfolk!👋 The Discover Norfolk Walking Group is back for 2026!

Discover Norfolk County on guided group walks, exploring its beauty, rain or shine.

👟 May 14 - Backus Woods
👟 May 21 - Waterford Heritage Trail
👟 May 28 - St. Williams Conservation Area
👟 June 4 - Brook Conservation Trail
👟 June 11 - St. Williams Conservation Area
👟 June 18 - Turkey Point Mountain Biking Club's Saudwinder Trail
👟 June 25 - Pinegrove Trail

All guided walks are FREE, and pre-registration is recommended in the event of a program change.

For more information on the Discover Norfolk Walking Group and how to register, visit https://www.norfolkcounty.ca/recreation-culture-and-events/recreation/walking/.