Dear Members,
NBDRA has met with all the important stakeholders regarding the trail access file on January 16th, 2024. In the spirit of transparency, we would like to openly share with you the most recent developments in our efforts to gain a shared trail access on the QuadNB trail network. NBDRA has been working towards 2 option in pursuing our shared trail access efforts for a number of years now. Please note that each option presents their own individual challenges and may impact timelines for completion. The options are as follows:
- NBDRA to become a trail manager
- NBDRA to be represented as a club under QuadNB for trail access only
Each of the options require legislative changes and an investigation by the government will be required on all downwards impact on law applications and enforcement. As your representative, we believe we can adopt a 2 phased approach where the final goal is to become a trail manager.
However, our immediate goal is to be able to secure a shared trail access for our members with Dual-Sport and Adventure motorcycles as they satisfy all legislative requirements in terms of safety and compliance.
Becoming a trail manager is likely to be the lengthiest option where we expect a multi-year process. As a result, NBDRA continues to pursue the second option at this time. Once completed, we will aim to evaluate the first option to become a trail manager at a later time.
During the meeting, we were informed by the government, despite our best efforts and numerous re-iterations of our desire to gain access to the trail network this year while avoiding any delays that could jeopardize these efforts, that NBDRA will face additional delays which will prevent trail access for 2024. To compound these challenges, the coming elections are expected to cause further delays and based on what has been shared with us by the government, will likely also extend into 2025. NBDRA has explored every avenue to avoid this unfortunate delay but to no avail, yet will continue to position itself to be ready to take advantage of any opportunities for legislative changes that may arise.
We would like to ensure that everyone is aware that QuadNB has been a strong supporter of this work effort and continues to do so.
NBDRA understands the challenges and frustrations that are likely going to be felt across our members. We also share this frustration. However, rest assured that despite all the challenges presented to us throughout this endeavour, we will continue to advocate and work collaboratively with all government departments to reach a successful conclusion.
We understand this update is likely not the one you were hoping to hear, and we welcome constructive feedback. NBDRA will hold a live session for Q&A for its members should you be interested. This will be held on Wednesday March 13th at 8:00pm. The invitation link will be sent to all current NBDRA members.
Thank you very much for your understanding and patience as we continue our relentless efforts to gain a shared trail access.
Warm regards,
NBDRA
