March 7, 2006 – From June 20-23, 2006, in Whistler, British Columbia the 2006 IMBA Summit/World Mountain Bike Conference will be a global gathering of mountain bike advocates, trailbuilders, land managers, tourism professionals, ski resort managers and members of the bike industry.

The IMBA Summit/World Mountain Bike Conference will be a precedent setting event – everyone who attends will leave armed with new knowledge, contacts, and in many cases, new bike skills. This is a unique opportunity to gather up-to-date information and materials addressing the rapidly evolving sport of mountain biking.

Whistler is the ideal location for the event. It is a model city for every kind of riding from paved bike paths, the best municipally run and maintained beginner trails, epic cross-country riding, and of course, the world famous Whistler Mountain Bike Park.

Over four days, delegates will:

* Attend educational sessions on cutting edge issues affecting mountain biking today
* Hone their skills in hands-on workshops
* Learn from experts in roundtable discussions
* Network with delegates during social events
* Ride bikes and explore the variety of trails at Whistler

The IMBA Summit/World Mountain Bike Conference will explore four major themes:

Speak Communication, Collaboration and Clubs
Delegates will gain the skills needed to raise the level of communication among trail users, government officials, and land managers – all for the benefit of local trails. Learn how to strengthen your trails community through grassroots organizing, volunteer recruitment, political action, and fundraising.

Build Planning Successful Trail Communities
Planning trail-based communities that promote healthy, active, outdoor lifestyles is a global trend – trails have been a part of a healthy community for thousands of years. Whether your community is aiming to promote a healthy lifestyle or to gain economically through trail-related tourism, delegates will learn from the experts.

Respect Managing Risk and Trails
Risk management, renegade trail building, sensitive ecosystems: managing trails is more than putting good trails on the ground. Delegates will gain insight into innovative trail management solutions and learn about trails as a conservation solution.

Ride Where do we ride from here?
Freeriding, cross-country, downhill … how do we create a cohesive mountain biking community while the sport continues to grow? From family free-ride parks to women’s clinics, delegates and experts will discuss the integration of mountain biking in your community and the emerging trends of the sport.

Early Bird Specials & Prizes

SAVE $100 per person by registering before March 31, 2006. Take advantage of IMBA Summit/World Mountain Bike Conference’s Early Bird PRICES and a chance to win great prizes!

“Register 3 – Pay for 2” *

Groups registering two delegates at the full conference price, prior to March 31st 2006, receive a FREE registration of a third person. This is a great opportunity to bring three delegates from your organization at a reduced rate or use the free registration for a community group, important client or deserving non-profit organization.

* The 3 for 2 deal is available ONLY to the first 2 registrants from one organization. To qualify for this promotion, please email a request for PDF registration form and fax your registrations to (604) 987-4051 or enter your first 2 representatives on-line and contact us about the 3rd. For groups of 6 or more please contact us directly to find out about our group rates.

IMBA Summit/World Mountain Bike Conference
REGISTRATION BONUS – FREE WHISTLER BIKE PARK PASS!

All IMBA Summit/World Mountain Bike Conference registrants receive one Whistler Bike Park day pass FREE. Thanks to Whistler-Blackcomb and the Whistler Bike Park, additional Whistler Bike Park day passes are available to purchase at a 50% discount for extra visits with Bike Rentals** at a 25% discount.

**Bike rental offer only through Intrawest owned Bike Rental Facilities – full list available on request.

First 100 delegates to register automatically entered to win!

Whistler Drive & Ride Vacation Package* – includes a one-day bike park pass + bike rental + 2 nights Whistler double accommodation + AVIS Car Rental, for two people.

* Prize subject to availability, official terms and conditions. Accommodation confirmed at time of prize reservations request, must be used before October 10, 2006. Entrant must meet AVIS car rental requirements.

To find out more, please visit:
www.worldmountainbikeconference.com/conference.asp