Mission Possible: CRNEMBA Board Updates Mission Statement The CRNEMBA Board of Directors has unanimously approved a refined Mission Statement for the organization. The essence of our mission remains unchanged; the statement was expanded and updated to clarify our goals and better reflect the specifics of what we do. Carrabassett Region NEMBA is a non-profit organization dedicated to: • Building and maintaining a sustainable mountain bike trail network in the Carrabassett Region, • Promoting its use by local and regional riders of all ability levels, and • Cultivating a vibrant and inclusive mountain bike community in our area. We carry out our mission by: • Engaging the mountain bike community within our region and beyond in order to remain knowledgeable and relevant in our sport, • Investing in our trail building and maintenance capabilities in order to provide the best possible experience for riders, • Working closely and respectfully with land managers and other stakeholder organizations to gain and preserve access to the trails we construct and maintain, • Sponsoring events to promote mountain biking, attract new riders to the area, and educate riders on all aspects of our sport, • Encouraging responsible riding to enhance the experience of all trail users, and • Representing the interests of mountain bike riders at the local and regional level. We view our work in the context of sustainable economic development in the Carrabassett Valley region and stewardship of the beautiful, unique and sensitive natural environment that surrounds the area.