Next Meeting: Wednesday, May 7th

Next Trail Day: Saturday, May 10th

In case of emergency call 911. To report non-emergency incidents please call the campground office during normal business hours at (352) 369-2693 or the Marion County non emergency number at (352) 732-9111

To help make EMS response more efficient and quicker OGT has obtained EMS addresses for the Vortex Pit and John Brown Pit as well as for all trailheads. The Vortex Pit is 9150 SE 25th Ave. and the John Brown Pit is 8725 SE 25th Ave. but you don't have to memorize these; the EMS address is posted on kiosks and at several locations around the Vortex freeride area. Please have this information ready when communicating with EMS, it will expedite the process!

Trails are open every day, dawn to dusk
Campground office: (352) 369-2693
For more information see the Office of Greenways & Trails website

OMBA News:

OMBA Prez Gets Guv Christ's Plaudits

Written by Webmaster
Friday, 18 April 2008
GOVERNOR CHARLIE CRIST TO NAME RENEE BLANEY OF MARION COUNTY AS POINT OF LIGHT TALLAHASSEE — Governor Charlie Crist today will recognize Renee Blaney as this week’s Point of Light for outstanding volunteerism in honor of Environmental Awareness Month. As president of the Ocala Mountain Bike Association, Renee regularly contributes to the development and maintenance of bike trails on the Cross Florida Greenway. Governor Crist will present the award during a Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra reception at the Governor’s Mansion... ...read all about it here: www.flgov.com/release/9967 Congratulations, Renee!!

Beginner's Tour of Santos

Written by Webmaster
Friday, 18 April 2008
Last month's event was so popular, we will be holding another Beginner's Tour of Santos on Wednesday, May 7th, at 6 pm, at the Santos trailhead on 80th St. (directions here). No sign-up is required, just come with a bike and a helmet. If you are new to mountain biking, or riding at Santos, and want to feel confident finding your way around - this group is for you. We will explain everything, there are no stupid questions! This may also be the place for someone with a "hammer head" significant other to take the stress out of learning from family, and discover the fun of riding on the trails.

2nd Annual OMBA Spring Break 2008

Written by Joan Bernat
Sunday, 21 October 2007
Registration is now closed for this year's festival, and once again, the event is sold out! We expect another awesome weekend. Last year, we had never done this before, but all in all everything went very well, and this year should be even better - thanks to our sponsors and vast army of volunteers! Remember, if you haven't registered for the event, you are still welcome at the trailheads and at the Vendor Village. Bike brands represented at the Vendor Village, and available for inspection and test rides, are: Fisher, Giant, Orbea, Specialized and Trek. Bike shops represented: David's World Cycles in Tampa & Orlando, Ocala Bicycle Center in Ocala, Retro City Cycles in Orlando, Santos Trailhead Bike Shop in Ocala and Village Cycles in Lady Lake. Other sponsors include Tifosi Optics, Juice Plus, Red Bull, Hammer Nutrition and Dirt World Magazine. Preview and ride all the newest bikes and equipment from major manufacturers and local bike shops (all day, March 15 - open to everyone!) Guided rides - day and evening, for all rider skill levels Food, music, fun. T-shirt, mug & other cool swag Remember: No registration on the day of the event No refunds after March 10, 2008 This event is intended for registered participants only; the campground is closed to non-registered friends, relatives and park visitors. All registrants will be required to sign a waiver/assumption of risk at event sign-in; please download and bring with you to registration Wrist bands required for all food and SAG stops ...see you there everybody!!

Women's Mountain Biking Skills Class

Written by Joan Bernat
Thursday, 28 February 2008
March 8th, 1pm, Santos Trailhead: Women's Mountain Biking Skills Class for all riding levels, please register with Renee. An excellent way to improve upon those rusty skills, and to learn new ones. The clinic is open to all from advanced to beginner. Come out and join the fun.

SUBARU/IMBA TRAIL CARE CREW coming to Santos

Written by Joan Bernat

Thursday, 28 February 2008

The International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew will be in Ocala at the Santos Trails, March 6-16th to talk trails, teach people proper trail stewardship, and spend quality time riding in the dirt. The visit is one of 70 stops on the 2007 schedule. Everyone is invited to attend the events.

Kelly and Collins Bishop of the Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew will be in Santos for a women's skills clinic Saturday, March 8th, 1-3 pm. The clinic will cover basic skills like bike handling, braking, shifting, balance, log-overs and much more. Come on out for a little instruction and a lot of fun! Please register online. For more information, please contact Renee Blaney .

OMBA, together with IMBA, are hosting a Town Hall Party at Barbazon's, 4361 NW Blichton Rd, Hwy 27 (just east of I-75) in Ocala on March 12 at 7:00 pm. So come out and meet the IMBA Trail Care Crew Kelly and Collins.

The Crews teach "sustainable" trailbuilding, which means building trails that last a long time and require minimal maintenance. This helps reduce trail damage, protects the environment, and enhances visitor enjoyment.

Most Trail Care Crew visits last four days, allowing time to assess local trails, host an evening event, conduct a two-day Trailbuilding School, and ride with the locals. Now in its ninth year, the Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew program is more popular than ever.

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