Join the VIBC
Become a supporting member.
At Vancouver Island Bikepack Collective, operating as a volunteer-run organization allows us to allocate more resources toward our core mission of promoting bikepacking and running events. Having a substantial membership base significantly benefits us in covering essential overhead costs such as maintaining our website, organizing events and having cool stuff to give away. The collective effort of our diverse and passionate members enables us to have a sustainable financial model that prioritizes the collective good and the enhancement of the biking experience on Vancouver Island.
New as of March 2025:
The VIBC's membership is now offered as an annual subscription, giving you a full year of access to exclusive benefits. By subscribing, you're supporting the growth of the VIBC community and helping sustain our mission. Plus, the flexibility of the annual plan means you can cancel at any time—no questions asked. Your support makes a real difference, and we're grateful to have you as part of our community!
Some things of note:
a membership is not required to attend any of our events. Purchasing an annual membership simply supports us in covering our overhead costs (things like event listings, website, mailing list, firewood), and allows us to reimburse everyone who wants to organize an event.
This is not a physical product. You’ll be asked for shipping preferences, but that’s just because Squarespace doesn’t allow us to sell digital products.
You’ll automatically be added to a member-only mailing list. This is where you’ll hear about upcoming meetings, new perks and other member specific news.
Becoming a member is entirely voluntary. We’ll never require you to purchase a membership prior to coming to any events. Events are always open to everyone.
Membership Benefits
Gear Discounts
We work with an awesome collection of local companies, who are able to offer our members exclusive discounts, such as Field & Forest. We’re always growing this list, and as a member you’ll have access to all of the discounts from current and future partners.
Exclusive VIBC gear
We occasionally offer new merchandise (shirts, hats, patches, stickers, etc.), and as a member you’ll be the first to be notified about new products. We'll also offer you a XX% discount to the new products. We will always let you know when something new is in the works.
Invest in the future of the VIBC
Member funding helps us cover our overhead costs and helps us create an event fund so organizers can be reimbursed for booking campsites up to one year in advance of the actual event.
Knowing we have our overhead covered allows us to focus on organizing events for everyone, and working with our generous sponsors on getting you awesome new gear and swag.
Have a say in the planning for the VIBC
As a member, you’ll have a voting voice in our annual general meeting. This is where we decide big strategic choices, and elect new board members. As a member, you’ll also be able to run for new board positions. If you’re curious about who’s currently in charge, you can learn more about our board of directors here.
Make a donation.
If you're considering supporting the Vancouver Island Bikepack Collective, making a donation instead of purchasing a membership is a meaningful way to contribute to our cause. Your support helps us maintain and expand our monthly events, covers our overhead and purchase goodies for events. Whether you're passionate about bikepacking, trail stewardship, or simply enjoying the outdoors, your generous donation enables us to continue our efforts in creating positive experiences for all riders. Thank you for considering this impactful way to be part of our community.
You can also donate via interac to ride@vanislandbikepack.com
This way we are able to avoid any payment processing fees and can use 100% of your donation. Thank you!