Who we are
ESTBA Mission Statement
The East Shore Trail and Bike Association’s mission is to develop the East Shore’s trail infrastructure to accommodate the increased interest in local and visiting mountain bikers and hikers.
With effective management, we have the continued opportunity to participate in the ever-growing number of regional trail initiatives and share in the social and economic benefits of a highly popular, low-impact and sustainable recreation attraction.
ESTBA promotes a healthy lifestyle where trail users can access well-managed and mapped recreation trails.
The Vision of the East Shore Trail and Bike Association is to:
Support the continued development of high-quality, sustainable trails.
- Support multi-use recreation users on Kootenay Lake’s East Shore
- Continue to develop positive community relationships
- Working with local sustainability groups, First Nations, DMO’s, youth groups, hiking clubs, and community stakeholders
Maintain partner agreements and licenses of occupation with BC Parks, Recreation Sites & Trails BC, RDCK Parks, Teck Metals LTD., and private land partners.
To educate all trail users about:
User safety and “leave no trace” principles.
Trail use practices that minimize user conflicts, trail damage and environmental impact.
Building practices that encourage low trail maintenance and support all levels of trail users.
Our team
Luke Lewis
President
Klaus Plaumann
Vice President / Treasurer
Farley Cursons
Executive Director
co-founder
Bohdan Doval Secretary
Natalie Duperron
Director
Cam Stokes
Finance Manager Cam is passionate about biking, hiking, and finance.
Geoffroy Tremblay
studio ponnuki
GIS, Graphic and Web Design
Taz Archambault Trails Specialist
Sandy Oates
Past President
co-founder