Mapmyride.com route for River Mountains Loop Trail – Miles & Elevation

September 30, 2009 – The following information comes from mapmyride.com and was recently provided to me to answer two questions other users had.  Since this GPS route was uploaded additional trail segments have been completed, but it does give a fairly accurate feel for route, distance, and elevation gain.  Enjoy and happy riding….

1. What is the distance around the loop?   34.22 miles
2. What is the total elevation gain around the loop? 1558 ft.

Link to map and additional information:

“http://js.mapmyfitness.com/embed/blogview.html?r=f8f5e75deec464b3b25c02bfc48eb551&u=e&t=ride“

Boy Scout Projects on the River Mountains Loop Trails

 

K-rails before BSA eagle project nov. 2008

September 2009- Update on recent Eagle project along the RMLT.  Spring of 2009 an eagle scout project was coordinated with the City of Henderson Parks Dept. and the Bureau of Reclamation. The project involved a large number of scouts and parents. The scout involved worked with the city to spray paint k-rails located at the Equestrian Park bridge. The K-rails were sprayed with a strain that resembles “desert varnish” and gives the concrete K-rail a more desert rock color.

K-rails painted by Eagle scout june 2009

This is just one example of a very successful Boy Scout Eagle Project that I’m aware of.  Since the trail loops through many jurisdictions it is best to contact each entity directly to  coordinate a project, or leave a comment below on a project you would like to do and I’ll forward to the appropiate  person.  The Bureau of Reclamation has several benches and signs needing installed on a portion of the Historic Railroad Trail, call Jason at 702-293-8171.  The City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Dept. often have need of Eagle Scout project support. Check with Jennifer Magby, Outdoor Recreation Coordinator, at 702-267-4050.

Boy Scouts here is a heads up.  Working with Federal Land managers takes time, so start early and allow plenty of time to coordinate and plan your project. It is a great experience.!

List of potential trail projects:  Place benches and signs; trash clean up events; tree and shrub planting at specific locations; desert re-vegetation projects; wayside installations & interpretative sites; illegal road & trail restoration;  etc.

 Project gallery before and after:

K-rails painted by Eagle scout june 2009

K-rails before BSA eagle project nov. 2008

RMLT K-rail painted by Eagle scouts June 2009

Interbike Demo – Bootleg Canyon- New Belgium-River Mountains Loop Trail Sept. 21 & 22 2009

Sept. 21 & 22 2009 -  For the first time the river mountains Trail Partnership participated in the Interbike Outdoor Demo held the 21st & 22nd in Boulder City.  Event was held in the Bootleg Canyon Park.  What impressed me as a first timer was the thousands of bike enthruist  riding every  type of bike you can imagine, and they were not running over each other.  Temps in the low 90’s and it was windy, thus we ate a lot of dust.

 

 

 

 The real highlight for us was the partnership with “NEW BELGIUM BREWERY’ and their “Team Wonderbike” program.  We shared a booth and distributed information about both the trail and the “Team Wonderbike” pledge; plus we helped sell New Belgium  ”Fat Tire” t-shirts and hats. 

Link to: http://www.newbelgium.com/team-wonderbike    The pledge goes like this: “I pledge allegiance to my bike,  as a patriotic cure for America…and to the public, with whom we stand, one elation, undeniable….with community and transport for all…BIKE MORE…DRIVE LESS!”

 

 

Interbike & New Belgium & RMTP 092109

 The RMTP also staffed a booth provided by Interbike at the Sands Expo for three days in the advocacy section. We were not in the main stream show floor. We did received a fair number of local retailers stopping by to learn more about the trail, sections complete and to pick up maps.  The Sands exhibits were absolutely mind bloggling for a first timer like me. I had no idea how big the biking industry is…

Interbike show Sands Expo- john, Tony & joyce working RMTP booth 92309

 Interbike Outdoor Gallery/New Belgium/RMTP booth:

Interbike Demo banner & booths 92209

Interbike & New Belgium & RMTP 092109

New Beglium tents & bikers 092109

New beglium van & tents Interbike 2009

Interbike Outdoor Demo 09-21-09

Intebike outdoor Demo – Mtn bikes waiting for ride to top of Red mountain092309

Interbike show Sands Expo- john, Tony & joyce working RMTP booth 92309

WARNING: Coyote Alert along trail Continues

OCTOBER 23, 2009 -WE HAVE ANOTHER ALERT! This past weekend two different reports were received by bicyclist about being chased by a large coyote near the southeast corner of the SNWA Water Treatment plant(mile marker 3.5 to 4.0), this is where the trail takes a sharp 90 degree turn.  Henderson Animal control and Nevada Wildlife have been notified.  In order to pinpoint this “one” bad apple coyote we need more reports detailing where, date, and time. DO NOT go looking for this guy, but if seen or you encounter an aggressive coyote along the trail please report it.  Numbers are list below.  Also please call Trail Watch at 702-267-4050 and provide above information.

  

NPS Coyote file photo 2009

September 10, 2009 - We have been getting reports of  coyote sightings along the trail over the past week or two during early morning hours in Henderson.  At least one report indicated that the coyote was large and aggressive toward the trail user….”It chased him on his bike..”  The entire trail is in a rural/urban setting which is home to many wild animals including the coyote. Generally coyotes are afraid of humans and will shy away. Unfortunately our neighborhoods are intertwined with “Mr. Coyote” and he has gotten very use to living among us. He enjoys eating our garbage, our dog/or cat pet food on the patio, our cats and small dogs, and he has mostly lost fear of man.  IF CONFRONTED BY A COYOTE ON THE TRAIL ,WAVE YOUR ARMS, YELL/SHOUT, THROW ROCKS AND EXIT THE AREA.

Coyote in wild file photo 2009

Here is what is posted on City of Henderson Animal Control website:

 Urban Wildlife including coyotes should be handled by the Nevada Division of Wildlife, but they seldom are able to respond due to staff and budget shortages. Animal Control does not handle wildlife unless the animals become a Public Safety issue. If a coyote or coyotes are causing an immediate threat to citizens of Henderson, please call Henderson Animal Control at 702-267-4970 ext. 4 during our normal working hours. After hours if there is a life threatening human emergency, please call 911 for a Police/Animal Control response. Coyotes are common throughout Henderson and are seen most frequently at early evening, night and early morning hours cruising through various neighborhoods. Please keep your cats and small dogs indoors! Coyotes will usually leave by themselves unless they are challenged or cornered. For additional general information, please contact Animal Damage Control at 702-668-4565.

Here are some safety tips regarding coyotes:

1. DO NOT FEED COYOTES!
2. DO NOT LEAVE PET FOOD OUT WHERE COYOTES CAN FIND IT!
3. DO NOT LEAVE GARBAGE OUTDOORS OVER NIGHT IN OPEN CONTAINERS…PUT A LID ON IT!
4. KEEP DOGS ON SHORT LEASH WHEN WALKING! (A leash is required when walking the trail)
5. SCARE COYOTES OFF WHEN SEEN OR ENCOUNTERED!

Please Do Not Feed Wild Animals!

Coyote photo gallery:

Coyote file photo 2009

Coyote in wild file photo 2009

Coyote NPS file photo 2009

Unknown sign Coyotes Do not Feed

Please Do Not Feed Wild Animals!

BOULDER CITY TO CELEBRATE TRAIL COMPLETION – OCTOBER 17TH, 2009

September 3, 2009:  While construction on the remaining portions of the RMLT continues in Boulder City; planning is complete for a celebration in Boulder City on October 17th.  We will celebratewith the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce, Boulder City Officials and representatives from the River Mountains Trail Partnership.

Events Include the following:

• A ribbon-cutting event will take place at 9:00 a.m. at the Railroad Pass Casino upper Parking lot near the trail head.
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• Speakers will include:  Boulder City Mayor Roger Tobler; National Park Service Superintendent Bill Dickinson for SNPLMA; Railroad Pass Casino, Curt Thompson, Director of Operations; and River Mountains Loop Trail Partnership Chair, John Holman
• The Nevada State Railroad Museum train will transport walkers and bikers from the Museum, 600 Yucca Street, to Railroad Pass for the ribbon cutting ceremony.  After the ceremony the train will return our guests to the museum.      The train leaves the Yucca Street station promptly at 8:15 A.M.       Funding for the train provided by the River Mountains Trail Partnership.
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• “Cut and Run” – 5K Fun Run, Walk, Bike, Stroll - Immediately following the Ceremony at Railroad Pass Sponsored by the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce - $20 registration fee benefits the Boulder City Chamber Scholarship Fund
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• Refreshments will be provided by the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce after the ribbon cutting.

 

 

 

Historic Train at Railroad pass NTD 2003