I live down the road from ya and my name is josh too... I'm in Stockholm area and have a trail network right out the back door. Welcomes to the board
Welcome!
I saw that you are looking for people to ride with so....
There is a group ride hosted by Team Town Cycle at Mountain Creek that goes out every Thursday 5:30 (you grab a free XC lift ticket in the lodge and we meet at the lift). At the same time there are the Thursday night DH races at Creek too so you can pick your poison. Also, try out some trail maintenance days, they're a great way to meet people and give back.
Im a Vernon guy too. My job schedule is kinda all over the place but im up for ridding with you sometime.... Might take you up on that offer soon Stuck. Keep an eye on your in box