Bikepacking Roots is seeking new members for our Board of Directors!
We have closed the application window as of September 17. Thank you to everyone who has replied - we will be in touch with all applicants shortly!
We have closed the application window as of September 17. Thank you to everyone who has replied - we will be in touch with all applicants shortly!
The Bikepacking Roots Board of Directors is composed of passionate individuals who act as representatives of the organization and as advocates for the bikepacking community, the experiences we collectively seek, and the landscapes through which we ride. The Board is responsible for overseeing the fulfillment of the organization’s mission, strategic planning, financial oversight, and contributing to organizational growth through dedicated committee work and fundraising. And we’re looking for ~6 new members as we expand and diversify the group!
Who is Bikepacking Roots? We are the only non-profit organization dedicated to supporting and advancing bikepacking, growing a diverse bikepacking community, advocating for the conservation of the landscapes and public lands through which we ride, and creating professional routes. We value human-powered adventure and an inclusive, engaged, and informed membership (nearly 6,000 strong) that makes a positive impact as we explore by bike.
We are striving for the composition of the Board of Directors to reflect an increasingly diverse and inclusive bikepacking community. In particular, we are seeking applicants who represent non-dominant identities as BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and/or FTW (femme, transgender, women). Board members do not need to be bikepackers but preferably can contribute expertise, guidance, and dedication in areas that strengthen Bikepacking Roots’ ability and capacity to pursue our mission. These skill areas could include (not listed in order of priority)
The board meets every other month via video conference and gathers in person annually for a weekend retreat; working committees generally meet every 6-8 weeks. The approximate monthly time commitment is 5 to 8 hours, and we ask that members commit to a two-year appointment. A full description of job responsibilities is included at the bottom of this page.
If you are interested in stepping into a leadership role with this organization, we invite you to apply below. Our goal is to have new Board members join our annual Board Retreat in November (using a virtual format this year).
We will begin reviewing applications on September 14th and will follow up with applicants the last week of September.
Who is Bikepacking Roots? We are the only non-profit organization dedicated to supporting and advancing bikepacking, growing a diverse bikepacking community, advocating for the conservation of the landscapes and public lands through which we ride, and creating professional routes. We value human-powered adventure and an inclusive, engaged, and informed membership (nearly 6,000 strong) that makes a positive impact as we explore by bike.
We are striving for the composition of the Board of Directors to reflect an increasingly diverse and inclusive bikepacking community. In particular, we are seeking applicants who represent non-dominant identities as BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and/or FTW (femme, transgender, women). Board members do not need to be bikepackers but preferably can contribute expertise, guidance, and dedication in areas that strengthen Bikepacking Roots’ ability and capacity to pursue our mission. These skill areas could include (not listed in order of priority)
- Fundraising and development
- Cultivating an inclusive, diverse, and equitable outdoor recreation community
- Public relations/marketing and communications
- Mountain bike, public lands, and/or conservation advocacy
- Recreation and route infrastructure development
The board meets every other month via video conference and gathers in person annually for a weekend retreat; working committees generally meet every 6-8 weeks. The approximate monthly time commitment is 5 to 8 hours, and we ask that members commit to a two-year appointment. A full description of job responsibilities is included at the bottom of this page.
If you are interested in stepping into a leadership role with this organization, we invite you to apply below. Our goal is to have new Board members join our annual Board Retreat in November (using a virtual format this year).
We will begin reviewing applications on September 14th and will follow up with applicants the last week of September.