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Crankworx Ride Out

Sḵwiḵw/Cwítima (Whistler)

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Join Indigenous Women Outdoors for a day of learning, sharing, and riding in the Whistler Mountain Bike Park!

Held on the traditional, unceded territory of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh and Líl̓wat First Nations, this ride is designed to create an inclusive, barrier-free space for Indigenous women to experience Crankworx and the Whistler Mountain Bike Park in a safe and welcoming way.

Alongside 25 Indigenous women*, we will head into the bike park for guided riding and skill progression. Attendees will ride with a group of like-skilled participants with a trained coach.

We’ll close the day with shared snacks, storytelling, and reflections on the trails, deepening our connection to the land and to one another through cycling.

Details:

  • Location: Whistler Bike Park
  • Date: Monday, July 27
  • Time: 8:45AM to 4PM
  • Registration spots: 25
  • Registration opens: July 17
  • What is included:
    • Bike rental
    • Protective gear
    • Lift tickets
    • Coaching for all skill levels
    • Community of riding with other Indigenous women*
    • Lunch
  • What if I can’t pick up my gear before the meet-and-greet?
    • We recognize that it may be difficult to arrive in Whistler for 8:30am to pick-up your gear. While advanced gear pick-up can help the day move more smoothly, if you are unable to arrive prior to our meet & greet to pick-up your gear, we will have some team members that will be able to assist.
  • Can I keep my rental gear all day?
    • All rental gear must be returned to Whistler Blackcomb guest services following the ride portion of the day. This may be anytime up until 5:00pm.

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Aiyana Anderson-MacIsaac

Program Lead & Team Member

Executive Director

Aiyana Anderson-MacIsaac is the Executive Director at Indigenous Women Outdoors (IWO). She began her journey with the organization in 2020 as a participant in IWO’s first-ever program, the Introduction to Backcountry Mentorship Program. She then joined the Board of Directors as a Board Secretary in 2022 and served until April 2025. In 2024, Aiyana created and led the Off-Piste and Introduction to Backcountry Safety program as a Program Lead.
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