AFAN VALLEY EVENTS
Afan Bike Park dig day
Meeting time: 17:00 - 20:00
MEETING POINT: Bryn Bettws Burger Shack
Postcode: SA12 9SP
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Trail section: Afan Bike Park
Dig Supervisors: Ally and Craig
ATV Trail Maintenance Day – FAQs
Here's everything you need to know before joining us for a maintenance day. If your question isn’t answered below, please email us at afantrailvolunteers@gmail.com
Q: Do I need to book a place on an ATV trail maintenance day?
A: Nope. Just come along to the designated meeting point for the day.
Q: Where is the meeting point?
A: The meeting point will be confirmed nearer the date or placed on the description, once we know what section of trail we'll be working on. Keep an eye on the event posting for updates.
Q: My son/daughter would really like to get involved too, can they come along?
A: To comply with insurance, risk assessment and safeguarding, all volunteers need to be 18yrs and over.
Q: What should I wear?
A: Safety/steel toecap boots or otherwise sturdy boots are essential (wellies, rigger boots or trainers are not suitable). Heavy-duty gloves. Weather appropriate clothing/layers. Long trousers.
Q: Do I need to bring refreshment?
A: We strongly advise bringing plenty of snacks and fluids.
Q: How will we get to the work site?
A: The dig supervisor/s will help with transport or advise where to go from the meeting point.
Q: Will we have to walk far?
A: Depending on the intended work site, we may need to walk for a distance with our tools. The dig supervisor/s will provide more detail on the day.
Q: What if I need to leave early?
A: Please let your dig supervisor know at the start of the day. They can advise you on directions from the work site or arrange transport back to the meet point at the appropriate time if required. It is important that you sign out with the dig supervisor before you leave the work site.
Q: I have a medical condition/allergy, can I still come along?
A: Of course. Just make your dig supervisor aware and ensure that you have your medication.
Q: What if I have an accident?
A: All our dig supervisors have appropriate first aid training and access to a medical kit.
Q: I’ve never really used tools before.
A: That’s ok, we’ll show you how!
Q: I’m worried about coming along on my own.
A: Don’t worry! You’ll find a friendly, welcoming bunch of people who are delighted you’ve come along to help.
Trail Maintenance Day
MEETING POINT : We'll confirm this nearer the time once we know what trail section we'll be working on.
Your Dig Supervisors will be : Ally and Emma
For more information about us or to make a donation, please visit https://afantrailvolunteers.co.uk/
ATV Trail Maintenance Day – FAQs
Here's everything you need to know before joining us for a maintenance day. If your question isn’t answered below please email us at afantrailvolunteers@gmail.com
Q: Do I need to book a place on an ATV trail maintenance day?
A: Nope. Just come along to the designated meeting point for the day.
Q: Where is the meeting point?
A: The meeting point will be confirmed nearer the date once we know what section of trail we'll be working on. Keep an eye on the event posting for updates.
Q: My son/daughter would really like to get involved too, can they come along?
A: To comply with insurance, risk assessment and safeguarding, all volunteers need to be 18yrs and over.
Q: What should I wear?
A: Safety/steel toecap boots or otherwise sturdy boots are essential (wellies, rigger boots or trainers are not suitable). Heavy-duty gloves. Weather appropriate clothing/layers. Long trousers.
Q: Do I need to bring refreshment?
A: We strongly advise bringing plenty of snacks and fluids.
Q: How will we get to the work site?
A: The dig supervisor/s will help with transport or advise where to go from the meeting point.
Q: Will we have to walk far?
A: Depending on the intended work site, we may need to walk for a distance with our tools. The dig supervisor/s will provide more detail on the day.
Q: What if I need to leave early?
A: Please let your dig supervisor know at the start of the day. They can advise you on directions from the work site or arrange transport back to the meet point at the appropriate time if required. It is important that you sign out with the dig supervisor before you leave the work site.
Q: I have a medical condition/allergy, can I still come along?
A: Of course. Just make your dig supervisor aware and ensure that you have your medication.
Q: What if I have an accident?
A: All our dig supervisors have appropriate first aid training and access to a medical kit.
Q: I’ve never really used tools before.
A: That’s ok, we’ll show you how!
Q: I’m worried about coming along on my own.
A: Don’t worry! You’ll find a friendly, welcoming bunch of people who are delighted you’ve come along to help
Trail Maintenance Day
MEETING POINT : We'll confirm this nearer the time once we know what trail section we'll be working on.
Your Dig Supervisors will be : James and Emma
For more information about us or to make a donation, please visit https://afantrailvolunteers.co.uk/
ATV Trail Maintenance Day – FAQs
Here's everything you need to know before joining us for a maintenance day. If your question isn’t answered below please email us at afantrailvolunteers@gmail.com
Q: Do I need to book a place on an ATV trail maintenance day?
A: Nope. Just come along to the designated meeting point for the day.
Q: Where is the meeting point?
A: The meeting point will be confirmed nearer the date once we know what section of trail we'll be working on. Keep an eye on the event posting for updates.
Q: My son/daughter would really like to get involved too, can they come along?
A: To comply with insurance, risk assessment and safeguarding, all volunteers need to be 18yrs and over.
Q: What should I wear?
A: Safety/steel toecap boots or otherwise sturdy boots are essential (wellies, rigger boots or trainers are not suitable). Heavy-duty gloves. Weather appropriate clothing/layers. Long trousers.
Q: Do I need to bring refreshment?
A: We strongly advise bringing plenty of snacks and fluids.
Q: How will we get to the work site?
A: The dig supervisor/s will help with transport or advise where to go from the meeting point.
Q: Will we have to walk far?
A: Depending on the intended work site, we may need to walk for a distance with our tools. The dig supervisor/s will provide more detail on the day.
Q: What if I need to leave early?
A: Please let your dig supervisor know at the start of the day. They can advise you on directions from the work site or arrange transport back to the meet point at the appropriate time if required. It is important that you sign out with the dig supervisor before you leave the work site.
Q: I have a medical condition/allergy, can I still come along?
A: Of course. Just make your dig supervisor aware and ensure that you have your medication.
Q: What if I have an accident?
A: All our dig supervisors have appropriate first aid training and access to a medical kit.
Q: I’ve never really used tools before.
A: That’s ok, we’ll show you how!
Q: I’m worried about coming along on my own.
A: Don’t worry! You’ll find a friendly, welcoming bunch of people who are delighted you’ve come along to help
Trail Maintenance Day
MEETING POINT : We'll confirm this nearer the time once we know what trail section we'll be working on.
Your Dig Supervisors will be : James and Bob
For more information about us or to make a donation, please visit https://afantrailvolunteers.co.uk/
ATV Trail Maintenance Day – FAQs
Here's everything you need to know before joining us for a maintenance day. If your question isn’t answered below please email us at afantrailvolunteers@gmail.com
Q: Do I need to book a place on an ATV trail maintenance day?
A: Nope. Just come along to the designated meeting point for the day.
Q: Where is the meeting point?
A: The meeting point will be confirmed nearer the date once we know what section of trail we'll be working on. Keep an eye on the event posting for updates.
Q: My son/daughter would really like to get involved too, can they come along?
A: To comply with insurance, risk assessment and safeguarding, all volunteers need to be 18yrs and over.
Q: What should I wear?
A: Safety/steel toecap boots or otherwise sturdy boots are essential (wellies, rigger boots or trainers are not suitable). Heavy-duty gloves. Weather appropriate clothing/layers. Long trousers.
Q: Do I need to bring refreshment?
A: We strongly advise bringing plenty of snacks and fluids.
Q: How will we get to the work site?
A: The dig supervisor/s will help with transport or advise where to go from the meeting point.
Q: Will we have to walk far?
A: Depending on the intended work site, we may need to walk for a distance with our tools. The dig supervisor/s will provide more detail on the day.
Q: What if I need to leave early?
A: Please let your dig supervisor know at the start of the day. They can advise you on directions from the work site or arrange transport back to the meet point at the appropriate time if required. It is important that you sign out with the dig supervisor before you leave the work site.
Q: I have a medical condition/allergy, can I still come along?
A: Of course. Just make your dig supervisor aware and ensure that you have your medication.
Q: What if I have an accident?
A: All our dig supervisors have appropriate first aid training and access to a medical kit.
Q: I’ve never really used tools before.
A: That’s ok, we’ll show you how!
Q: I’m worried about coming along on my own.
A: Don’t worry! You’ll find a friendly, welcoming bunch of people who are delighted you’ve come along to help
Women's Trail Maintenance Day
MEETING POINT : We'll confirm this nearer the time once we know what trail section we'll be working on.
Your Dig Supervisors will be : Ally, Jessica and Emma
ATV Trail Maintenance Day – FAQs
Here's everything you need to know before joining us for a maintenance day. If your question isn’t answered below please email us at afantrailvolunteers@gmail.com
Q: Do I need to book a place on an ATV trail maintenance day?
A: Nope. Just come along to the designated meeting point for the day.
Q: Where is the meeting point?
A: The meeting point will be confirmed nearer the date once we know what section of trail we'll be working on. Keep an eye on the event posting for updates.
Q: My son/daughter would really like to get involved too, can they come along?
A: To comply with insurance, risk assessment and safeguarding, all volunteers need to be 18yrs and over.
Q: What should I wear?
A: Safety/steel toecap boots or otherwise sturdy boots are essential (wellies, rigger boots or trainers are not suitable). Heavy-duty gloves. Weather appropriate clothing/layers. Long trousers.
Q: Do I need to bring refreshment?
A: We strongly advise bringing plenty of snacks and fluids.
Q: How will we get to the work site?
A: The dig supervisor/s will help with transport or advise where to go from the meeting point.
Q: Will we have to walk far?
A: Depending on the intended work site, we may need to walk for a distance with our tools. The dig supervisor/s will provide more detail on the day.
Q: What if I need to leave early?
A: Please let your dig supervisor know at the start of the day. They can advise you on directions from the work site or arrange transport back to the meet point at the appropriate time if required. It is important that you sign out with the dig supervisor before you leave the work site.
Q: I have a medical condition/allergy, can I still come along?
A: Of course. Just make your dig supervisor aware and ensure that you have your medication.
Q: What if I have an accident?
A: All our dig supervisors have appropriate first aid training and access to a medical kit.
Q: I’ve never really used tools before.
A: That’s ok, we’ll show you how!
Q: I’m worried about coming along on my own.
A: Don’t worry! You’ll find a friendly, welcoming bunch of people who are delighted you’ve come along to help.
Trail Maintenance Day
MEETING POINT : Refreshment rooms carpark at 10, from there we will be heading to the wall Climb (supervisors will take you to the parking spot)
Working on Tramway
Your Dig Supervisors will be: James, Pete and Craig
ATV Trail Maintenance Day – FAQs
Here's everything you need to know before joining us for a maintenance day. If your question isn’t answered below please email us at afantrailvolunteers@gmail.com
Q: Do I need to book a place on an ATV trail maintenance day?
A: Nope. Just come along to the designated meeting point for the day.
Q: Where is the meeting point?
A: The meeting point will be confirmed nearer the date once we know what section of trail we'll be working on. Keep an eye on the event posting for updates.
Q: My son/daughter would really like to get involved too, can they come along?
A: To comply with insurance, risk assessment and safeguarding, all volunteers need to be 18yrs and over.
Q: What should I wear?
A: Safety/steel toecap boots or otherwise sturdy boots are essential (wellies, rigger boots or trainers are not suitable). Heavy-duty gloves. Weather appropriate clothing/layers. Long trousers.
Q: Do I need to bring refreshment?
A: We strongly advise bringing plenty of snacks and fluids.
Q: How will we get to the work site?
A: The dig supervisor/s will help with transport or advise where to go from the meeting point.
Q: Will we have to walk far?
A: Depending on the intended work site, we may need to walk for a distance with our tools. The dig supervisor/s will provide more detail on the day.
Q: What if I need to leave early?
A: Please let your dig supervisor know at the start of the day. They can advise you on directions from the work site or arrange transport back to the meet point at the appropriate time if required. It is important that you sign out with the dig supervisor before you leave the work site.
Q: I have a medical condition/allergy, can I still come along?
A: Of course. Just make your dig supervisor aware and ensure that you have your medication.
Q: What if I have an accident?
A: All our dig supervisors have appropriate first aid training and access to a medical kit.
Q: I’ve never really used tools before.
A: That’s ok, we’ll show you how!
Q: I’m worried about coming along on my own.
A: Don’t worry! You’ll find a friendly, welcoming bunch of people who are delighted you’ve come along to help.
Blue Scar dig day
Meeting at the Afan Visitors centre for 10oclock, parking will be free for the volunteers. From there we will walk up the climb dewatering and cutting back, then down Jim Crow, transport back from the end of Jim Crow will be provided.
ATV Trail Maintenance Day – FAQs
We’re looking forward to welcoming everyone on our trail maintenance days here at Afan. Before joining us for a maintenance day, check over these frequently asked questions. If your question isn’t covered below then email us at afantrailvolunteers@gmail.com
Q: Do I need to book a place on an ATV trail maintenance day?
A: Nope. Just come along to the designated meeting point for the day.
Q: My son/daughter would really like to get involved too, can they come along?
A: To comply with insurance, risk assessment and safeguarding, all volunteers for trail maintenance need to be 18yrs and over.
Q: What should I wear?
A: Safety/steel toecap boots or otherwise sturdy boots are required (wellies or rigger boots are not suitable). Heavy-duty gloves. Weather appropriate clothing/layers. Long trousers.
Q: Do I need to bring refreshment?
A: We strongly advise bringing plenty of snacks and fluids.
Q: How will we get to the work site?
A: The dig supervisor/s will help with transport or advise where to go from the meeting point.
Q: Will we have to walk far?
A: Depending on the intended work site, we may need to walk for a distance with our tools. The dig supervisor/s can provide more detail.
Q: What if I need to leave early?
A: Please let your dig supervisor know. They can advise you on directions from the work site or arrange transport back to the meet point at the appropriate time if required. It is important that you sign out with the dig supervisor before you leave the work site.
Q: I have a medical condition/allergy, can I still come along?
A: Of course. Just make your dig supervisor aware and ensure that you have your medication.
Q: What if I need the loo?
A: We’ll be working a reasonable distance from welfare facilities and taking comfort breaks. If you need more regular breaks just ask your dig supervisor.
Q: What if I have an accident?
A: All our dig supervisors have appropriate first aid training and access to a medical kit.
Q: I’ve never really used tools before.
A: That’s ok, we’ll show you how!
Q: I’m worried about coming along on my own.
A: Don’t worry! You’ll find a friendly, welcoming bunch of people who are delighted you’ve come along to help.
Blue Scar (Cutting Back)
Out on Bluescar, it'll only be cutting work with weed whackers and scythes.
Meeting at Afan visitors centre at 10, then we will move the vehicles to a free parking place for the Volunteers.
Please bring long trousers, steel toecaps if you have them, and long sleeve shirt or good insect repellant. The day will be pretty fluid and you can leave when you like, please bring food and water for the day.
Blue Scar (Cutting Back)
Out on Bluescar, it'll only be cutting work with weed whackers and scythes.
Meeting at Afan visitors centre at 10, then we will move the vehicles to a free parking place for the Volunteers.
Please bring long trousers, steel toecaps if you have them, and long sleeve shirt or good insect repellant. The day will be pretty fluid and you can leave when you like, please bring food and water for the day.
Bramble Scramble opening
Official opening of Bramble Scramble, a community built trail/bike park/skills place for everyone in the beautiful grounds of Bryn Bettws Lodge. Its short with a lot packed in with a lot if different lines.
There will be BBQs, Camping, Biking, Beers, and fun times, along with some Afan Trail Volunteers t-shirts on sale and donation boxes.
The trail is suitable for beginners and experienced riders, loads of lines to choose, skinny lines, seesaws and small jumps.
SISTERS OF SEND WOMXN’S MTB FESTIVAL
Making its debut in 2021 is Wales’ first womxn’s mountain bike festival; the Sisters of Send Weekend!
This two-day event is packed full of stoke with events and activities designed to encourage and inspire sisterhood in mountain biking. There’ll be something for all abilities, from complete novices to elite superstars with some very best coaching talent running sessions to help you hone your skills.