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  • Saturday • August 16, 2025
  • 6:00 am - 7:00 pm
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NB: Please note that this event was originally scheduled for June 21st. 

The Elk Valley Suicide Task Force (EVSTF) and the Fernie Trail Alliance are proud to host the 6th Annual Ride for Mental Health in Fernie!

The event focuses on community, connection and inclusivity. There will be a Mental Health Hub set up at Station Square for the day with all riding stages starting there and activities hosted throughout the day.

ENTRY IS BY DONATION - REGISTRATION FOR THE NEW DATE IS NOW OPEN ONLINE. CLICK TO REGISTER.

2025 ROUTES (updated schedule to allow for new sunrise/sunset times):

With a variety of riding stages, choose to ride them all or select what sounds best for you!

The first stage, “The Sunrise”, begins at 6 am and the final stage, “The Sunset” begins at 6 pm.

  • Stage 1 6:00am Ride to catch the sunrise at Swine Flu led by Ski Base- Meet in the Fernie Visitor Information Centre Parking Lot, 102 Commerce Rd
  • Stage 2 9:00am Provincial Park led by Gear Hub - Meet at the Aquatic Centre
  • Stage 3 11:30am Trails in Ridgemont led by The Guides Hut - Meet at the Aquatic Centre
  • Stage 4 1:00pm Gravel Ride/Town Dyke Loop - Family Friendly, led by Osso Training & Cycling without Age - Meet at the Aquatic Centre
  • Stage 5 2:30pm Little Critter Ride led by Straightline Bicycles - Meet at the Aquatic Centre
  • 3:30pm Skills Session led by Ridetheory at the Aquatic Centre
  • Stage 6 4:30pm Live Music from Hark Raving Sirens at the Aquatic Centre
  • Stage 7 6:00pm Ride to catch the sunset at Montane Hut led by Ridetheory - Meet at the Aquatic Centre

In the spirit of community connection, event organizers are collaborating with local gear stores Gear Hub, Ski Base, The Guides Hut, Straight Line Bicycles, Cycling Without Age, OSSO Training, and Ridetheory, who will be supporting the stages throughout the day. 

Non-riders are welcome to drop by the staging area at the Aquatic Centre to enjoy the atmosphere and live music at 5.30pm. 

Please purchase a FTA Membership to participate.

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  • Fernie Aquatic Centre, Pine Ave