Upcoming Events
Workparty at Lake Russell WMA Feb 27, 2021 @ 8:45 am
Join us for a workparty as we build new trail at Lake Russell WMA in Mt Airy, Ga. . We are working on a reroute to move the existing trail out of a flood prone area to a spot up on the hillside. Everyone is welcome. Bikers, hikers, runners. USFS rules apply. Bring a bike helmet or hard hat, gloves, wear long pants and closed toed shoes. We will provide tools, guidance and fellowship. Meet at the big Nancytown parking lot at 8:45am. We will work to 1pm.
Questions? Email us at negasorba@gmail.com
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Questions? Email us at negasorba@gmail.com
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/gypEDZo56cY7ptbw8
Fall 2019 Membership Drive
When local mountain bike groups thrive, we all benefit. Mountain bikers across the country join IMBA Local associations to support work in their backyards for more trails close to home. And as if trails aren’t enough of a reason to give, join or renew with our NE GA SORBA chapter in October for a chance to win a Yeti bike, a Western Spirit trip for two, BikeFlights shipping, a shopping spree at JensonUSA and a Showers Pass clothing package!
Already a member but your membership doesn't expire in October? You can still enter to win too! Log into your profile at imba.com and change your membership to be re-occurring (a set monthly amount) and you will be automatically eligible for both this October Membership Drive.
Already a member but your membership doesn't expire in October? You can still enter to win too! Log into your profile at imba.com and change your membership to be re-occurring (a set monthly amount) and you will be automatically eligible for both this October Membership Drive.
Canceled-Habersham Bicycles Demo Day
Unfortunately bad weather has resulted in the cancellation of this event. We hope it can be rescheduled.
April 14th 10 am - 3pm Chicopee Woods MTB Trails Experience what thousands of riders are talking about. The extraordinary ride of Jamis Bikes' all-new Hardline® and Portal® 3VO Suspension bikes. For those interested in getting your drop-bar gravel fix we'll also have new Renegades available to demo. This is a free event sponsored by Habersham Bicycles. No tickets required. Don't forget your helmet, pedals & driver's license. |
GPS Coordinates: 34.2482553, -83.8366565
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1st Annual Chicopee Woods Turkey Day Ride
November 22
10 am - 12pm Chicopee Woods MTB Trails Come join us for this inaugural event at Chicopee Woods Mountain Bike Trails. This ride will be a no-drop social ride with your fellow mountain bikers. We will ride some great trails, hang out with friends, and you'll be off the trails in time to enjoy turkey dinner with your family. Gather at the picnic tables near the trail head. Annual Park Pass or Gate Fee Req'd, rain date will be the following day on Friday. |
GPS Coordinates: 34.2482553, -83.8366565
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Lake Russell Trail Work Day
June 2, September 8, October 6
8:45am-1:30pm Nancytown Lake Dam Parking Area We will be working on trails adjacent to the Lake Russell Recreation Area (Lake Russell, Sourwood, Ladyslipper, and Rhododendron). All tools will be provided and lunch will be provided afterward. If you're joining us please bring the following: Long pants Sturdy shoes or boots ( no open toe footwear) Eye protection Work gloves Hard hat (some will be provided, bike helmets will do) Sunscreen Water For more information and to RSVP, email Keith Owens. |
GPS Coordinates: 34.499400, -83.484167
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Frady Branch Trail Workday
September 22, November 17
8:45am-1pm Frady Branch Trailhead Let's continue to show some love to our trails and keep them in good shape. Give back to our trails!. It should be a good time with some trail work, lots of fellowship, lunch afterwards, and maybe a ride. All tools will be provided. Lunch will be provided afterwards. If you're joining us please bring the following: Long pants Sturdy shoes or boots ( no open toe footwear) Eye protection Work gloves Hard hat (some will be provided, bike helmets will do) Sunscreen Water For more details and to RSVP contact Keith Owen. |
GPS Coordinates -34.552486, -83.430925
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Past Events
Chicopee Woods Night Rides
February 28th
March 7th 6:30-8:30pm Chicopee Woods MTB Trails NORTHEAST GEORGIA SORBA has permission to offer night rides during the period November 2017 - March 2018. We are riding on Wednesday nights this season. Please arrive in time to be ready to ride at 6:30. You will need to meet the ride leader and sign-in. We will ride as a group. This is a no drop ride. Make sure your lights can run for 2 hours. To check current trail conditions, visit our Facebook page. If the trails are closed at 4pm on the afternoon of a scheduled ride, the night ride is cancelled. FOR MORE INFO EMAIL NORTHEAST GEORGIA SORBA. |
GPS Coordinates: 34.2482553, -83.8366565
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Lake Russell Trail Work Day
December 23rd
8:45am-1:30pm Nancytown Lake Dam Parking Area It's been a while since we've had a workday here, so it's time to get back at it. We will be working on the Lake Russell Loop Trail. All tools will be provided and lunch will be served. If you're joining us, please bring the following: -Long pants -Sturdy shoe or boots (no open-toe footwear) -Eye protection -Work gloves -Hard hat (some will be provided, bike helmets will do) -Sunscreen -Water Since it's winter, bring appropriate clothing for warmth. Dress in layers as it will warm up in the day and we will be doing some work. For more information and to RSVP, email Keith Owens. |
GPS Coordinates: 34.499400, -83.484167
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New Trail Work Party to Walnut Creek Dam Bridge
December 9th
9am-1pm Chicopee Woods MTB Trails Join us to help complete constructions of the NEW connector trail to the Walnut Creek Dam bridge. We need about 20 volunteers to do finishing work on the 1/2 mile new trail. No experience necessary. Lunch will be provided. Please wear closed toed shoes and long pants.Bring gloves and your own water and snacks. The volunteer hours you earn here will apply toward the 16 hours total you need to get an annual parking pass at Chicopee. Please join this event to let us know you are coming so we can have enough lunches for everyone. Email NEGA SORBA for more info. |
GPS Coordinates: 34.2482553, -83.8366565
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Frady Branch Trail Workday
November 18th (rain date December 2nd)
8:45am-1pm Frady Branch Trailhead Equestrian volunteers and Northeast Georgia Southern Off Road Bicycle Assoc. (NE GA SORBA) meet regularly with the US Forest Service to work on the trails. You do not have to be a horse club member or NE GA SORBA member to participate. Please mark the dates below and make plans to attend. For more details and to RSVP contact Keith Owen. The RSVP is important so we have a head count for a lunch, to let you know what to bring, and to notify volunteers of any cancellations/reschedules. |
GPS Coordinates -34.552486, -83.430925
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Work Party at Yonah Preserve Trails
November 4th
9am-12pm Yonah Preserve Trails Have you been wondering what all the fuss was about and how you could help bring our trails closer to opening? Here is your chance to see the progress we have made at Yonah Preserve Trails and also help us build a section of volunteer built trail. Come join Northeast Georgia SORBA! Hand tools will be provided, but please bring work gloves and protective head gear. Either a hard hat or a bike helmet will work. Be sure and wear protective clothing and sensible shoes. Feel free to bring a water bottle as well. Come and help us in our promise to bring great trails to White County! |
Dahlonega Trail Fest Service Project at Jake & Bull Mountain
September 9th @ 8:45am-12:00pm
Jake and Bull Mountain Northeast Georgia SORBA is hosting a work party at Bull/Jake Mountain on Sept 9, 2017 with REI and CTHA. REI is providing lunch and swag. Please visit the REI event website for details and be sure to register on their site! The event is free and open to all. After the workparty, head to downtown Dahlonega and visit our booth at Trailfest! Bring a hard hat or bike helmet, gloves, closed-toed shoes. |
Chicopee Woods Trail Workday
Saturday, June 10th @ 8:45am-1pm
Chicopee Woods MTB Tool Shed (Upper Parking Lot) Join Northeast Georgia SORBA for a morning of trail maintenance and fellowship at Chicopee Woods MTB Trails. Please arrive by 8:45a.m. for sign-in. Meet at the tool shed in the upper parking lot. We will work from 9-12:30pm. Tools and Lunch will be provided. No experience is necessary. Everyone is welcome. Wear long pants and closed toed shoes, bring water, snacks, gloves, etc. Stinging insects are active at this time of year, so if you have a severe allergic reaction to stings please bring your Epi-Pen or other device. If you enjoy these trails please join us to help maintain them. RSVP to negasorba@gmail.com by noon Friday June 9 so we know how many lunches to prepare. |
GPS Coordinates: 34.2482553, -83.8366565
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Santa Cruz Spring Demo with Reality Bikes
April 9th @ 10am-4pm
Chicopee Woods MTB Trails Please come join Reality Bikes and Left Nut Brewing Co. at Chicopee Woods for some great riding, beverages, food, and fun! We will be grilling out while you test ride the latest from Santa Cruz & Juliana Bicycles! Please remember to bring your helmet, shoes, pedals, a photo ID, and credit card (for verification) Show your support! Sign up or renew your NEGA SORBA membership for an extra incentive along with the Santa Cruz Demo special 😎 http://www.negasorba.org/ |
GPS Coordinates: 34.2482553, -83.8366565
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Frady Branch/Lake Russell Trail Workday
April 1st @ 8:45am-1pm
Nancy Town Lake Damn We will be working on the Lake Russell Loop Trail and we will meet at the Nancytown Parking Area, the first paved left hand turn as you enter the Lake Russell Recreation area at the bottom of the hill. All tools will be provided. If you're joining us please bring the following: Long pants Sturdy shoes or boots ( no open toe footwear) Eye protection Work gloves Hard hat (some will be provided, bike helmets will do) Sunscreen Water |
GPS Coordinates: 34.4991, -83.48325
If you need more information send Kieth Owen an e-mail. If you plan on coming, let him know via e-mail so we can have an adequate headcount for lunch. |
Bull/Jake Mountain Work Party
April 1st @ 9:00am-12:30pm
Jake Parking Lot Join NE GA SORBA and CTHA on April 1, 2017 for a work party. Meet at the Jake Parking lot at 9a.m. We will work until 12:30 then have lunch. No experience necessary. Bring water, snacks, a hard hat or bike helmet, gloves, closed toed shoes (epi pen if needed). Safety glasses recommended. No experience necessary. Tools provided. Together we make these trails the best in GA! |
GPS Coordinates: 34.586000, -84.124797
Please RSVP to Debbie Crowe by March 30 so we can have enough lunches. |
Work Party on Village Trail
January 21st @ 9am-1pm
Chicopee Woods Parking Lot We need your help in re-constructing a turn on the Village Trail. Make new friends and give a little back to Chicopee. If you would like to join us, please meet at the tool shed at the Chicopee Parking lot at 9 a.m. Wear close toed shoes and bring gloves. Tools are provided. No experience necessary. Lunch is provided if you RSVP to negasorba@gmail.com by noon Friday. Hope to see you this Saturday! |
Chapter Meeting
January 12, 2017 @ 6:30pm
Left Nut Brewing Company The next NE GA SORBA chapter meeting will be held at Left Nut Brewing Company, across the street from Chicopee Village. Address: LNB Company2100 Atlanta Hwy Gainesville, GA 30504 |
Frady Branch Work Party
We had a great workday at Frady Branch on November 19th!
20 hearty souls turned out, including many future trail stewards. Lots of good work and fellowship, and a delicious meal when we returned. Thanks, everyone! |
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