2014 conference - austin mcirnerny from nica
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On May 8, 2014 we held the 15th annual Open Space Conference in the Presidio of San Francisco. We focused on interactivity in land conservation and you can read more about the day here: http://openspacecouncil.org/community/conference.phpTRANSCRIPT
What is Interscholastic
Cycling and Why is it
Important?
Bay Area Open Space Conference
Vision:
High School Mountain Biking Coast-to-Coast by 2020!
Mission:
Move mountain biking into the mainstream of high school sports and enable every American teen to strengthen body, mind and character through participation in the sport.
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NICA: A High School Mountain Biking Revolution
National Interscholastic Cycling Association
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NICA: 5 Core Principles
National Interscholastic Cycling Association
Inclusive: 100% participation.
Equal: Boys and girls treated equally.
Strong Body: wellness through
lifestyle, nutrition and
exercise.
Strong Mind: academic students
first.
Strong Character: hard work,
respecting others and giving
back.
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Where is NICA Presently?
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Creating Life-Long Outdoor Enthusiasts
National Interscholastic Cycling Association
Nearly 400 registered teams nationwide70 teams in Northern California
Leagues
Coaches
Teams and Clubs
Student-Athletes
Families
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Participating Student’s Perspective
National Interscholastic Cycling Association
4,000 – Estimated student-athletes nationwide in 2014 with over 1,200 in CA
278 - Hours of participation per student-athletes per season in 2013
96% of participants reported improved overall health & fitness since joining cycling team
95% of participants reported increased respect for other trail users and the environment by being on team
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Student-Athletes: our future!
National Interscholastic Cycling Association
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Getting Kids & Families OutsideIncreased Exercise
Outdoor Education
Building Community
Increasing Stewardship Efforts
Engaging Families
Concept for Growth & Sustainability We are not a trail advocacy organization, but
do have a growing number of students, coaches and families
We teach the importance of trail stewardship and responsible riding (Spirit of Howdy)
Offer to meet with a local team to discuss issues & needs
Host trail work days
Develop improved signage and trail maps
Build new sustainable and safe multi-use trails
Consider creative ways to manage use (e.g. one-way trails, bike only trails, alternate day use, etc.)
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