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Scotland Named Best Nation at the 10th Anniversary IMBA Europe Take Care of Your Trails Awards!

Scotland Named Best Nation at the 10th Anniversary IMBA Europe Take Care of Your Trails Awards!

We're delighted to share that Scotland has been recognised as Best Nation as part of the 10th Anniversary Take Care of Your Trails campaign.

It feels particularly special that, in the campaign's milestone year, Scotland has been recognised as the nation where it all began.

This award celebrates the incredible people behind our trails. From dedicated volunteers and local trail associations to land managers, communities and riders, Scotland registered the highest number of dig days on the TCoYT map this year, demonstrating the passion and commitment that exists right across the country.

The award also recognises a decade of progression and innovation, with Scotland continuing to lead the way in sustainable, accessible and innovative mountain biking.

This achievement belongs to everyone who has picked up a tool, attended a dig day, advocated for trails or supported the development of our trail networks.

Thank you to every trail crew, volunteer and community champion helping to care for Scotland's trails.🥰

(Dug up (lol) a 10 year old image to celebrate - Image by Trev Worsey)

https://www.takecareofyourtrails.com/and-the-winners-are-celebrating-10-years-of-take-care-of-your-trails/

The sixth edition of the IMBA Italia Gathering will take place on 24–25 October 2026 in Nimis, in the heart of the Torre Valleys of Friuli Venezia Giulia. Bringing together volunteers, trail builders, tourism professionals, and public authorities, the event highlights how mountain biking and trail networks can support sustainable regional development and strengthen local communities.

This year’s program combines presentations, panel discussions, workshops, and on-the-ground activities, giving participants the opportunity to exchange ideas and experience the region firsthand. Set among the communities of Nimis, Tarcento, and Lusevera, the Gathering showcases an area that is building a new identity around trails, outdoor recreation, and cycle tourism.

For the first time, the IMBA Italia Gathering will also welcome international speakers alongside some of Italy’s leading voices in mountain biking. Among them will be representatives from IMBA Europe, bringing a broader European perspective to the conversation - with more details and speaker announcements to come.