SORBA Woodstock celebrates Walter Madison 'Matt' Ligon as the Volunteer of the Year at the Cherokee County Park and Recreation's annual banquet. Recognized for his exceptional and selfless commitment to our trails and community, Matt has been the unsung hero behind the scenes, ensuring the sustainability and well-being of our local trail networks.
Read MoreBecause of extremely low temperatures we will be postponing the January work party. Most of the work that needs to be done now - flow trail repair, drain clearing, maintenance on new construction, fence installation, rock armory, and so on - is best done with pliable soil. Thank you for your understanding and stay warm out there!
On January 14th, the local cycling community united at Blankets Creek to celebrate the legacy of Sixes Pit Bicycle Shop. This event marked not just a farewell, but a celebration of the shop's decade-long journey since its inception in 2013.
Read MoreJanuary 2024 BOD Meeting Highlights
The SORBA Woodstock Board of Directors met on January 4th, 2024, discussing key projects and initiatives. Major points include:
Treasury Report: $4,628.34 received in donations.
Membership Growth: Online database now boasts 406 members.
Blankets Projects: Multiple updates including VMT Rework, Dwelling Erosion Repair, and Parking Lot Jumps drainage improvements. A new Blankets Creek sign, funded by Deer Hunt permit monies, is forthcoming.
Bike Patrol: Successful year with 748 hours logged, 29 active patrols, and new equipment and training initiatives.
2024 Calendar: A range of events like the Dirty 30 at Blankets Creek, Pedalpalooza, and Rope Mill Trail Run are scheduled, fostering community engagement and trail enjoyment.
For detailed insights and a complete rundown of all discussed topics, visit our full meeting summary.
Read MoreAttention: Temporary closure of Blankets Creek on Sunday, January 7th, 2024. This closure is due to a scheduled deer hunting event aimed at managing the local deer population.
Read MoreA big shoutout to everyone who joined us at our Christmas Party! Your presence turned it into a fantastic celebration.
Party Highlights Video
For those who want to revisit the fun or see what they missed, we've got a highlight video ready. Check it out and see the best moments of our gathering.
Read MoreDue to the wet weather conditions, we regret to announce that the group ride planned for today is canceled. However, the Christmas party is still on! Join us at 2 PM for an afternoon filled with festive cheer, delicious food, and great company.
Read MoreReminder, join us for a day of festive fun and community spirit at SORBA Woodstock's Christmas Party on December 9th! Gear up for a group ride at 1 PM and enjoy a celebration with friends from all walks of life. Don't forget to bring a chair and RSVP. Let's make this holiday season unforgettable!
Read MoreThe recent Board of Directors meeting for SORBA Woodstock brought forward key updates and future plans for our trails. We've seen great progress with projects at Blankets Creek and are eager about new trail initiatives. Please see the attached minutes for a full rundown of our discussions. Your involvement and support continue to drive our success in making Woodstock a great place for biking.
Read MoreJoin the holiday cheer at SORBA Woodstock's Annual Christmas Party on December 9th, sponsored by Conte's Bike Shop! Celebrate with us in style with an Ugly Sweater Contest, delightful food from Tuscany, and a group ride.
RSVP on our event page to be part of this festive gathering!
The Southern Off-Road Bicycle Association, Woodstock, GA Chapter (SORBA-W), was formed in March, 2000, by a group of local mountain bikers. SORBA-W was formed in part due to the closure of trails at Boling Park in Canton, GA to off-road cycling. With the mission to preserve, protect, and educate the community, SORBA-W's primary focus has been advocacy, mountain bike trail development, and trail maintenance in Cherokee County. As an extension of the main SORBA/IMBA organization, SORBA-W also assists with rides, festivals, and the advancement of off-road cycling throughout the southeastern United States.
Currently SORBA-Woodstock has relationships with local land managers such as the City of Woodstock, City of Canton, Cherokee Recreation and Parks Authority, Department of Natural Resources, Boy Scouts of America, Cherokee County Water Authority, and the United States Army Corps of Engineers, Allatoona. These relationships provide mountain bikers with opportunities for trail access while protecting the future of existing trails. SORBA-W's primary role is to organize volunteer workers to perform trail layout, design, construction, and maintenance at Blankets Creek and Taylor Randahl Memorial Mountain Bike Trails. SORBA Woodstock's leadership is made up solely of volunteers.
The Blankets Creek Mountain Bike Trail System in Cherokee County on Sixes Road ( I-575 exit 11), is comprised of six trails: Mosquito Flats (Beginner), Mosquito Bite (Beginner plus), Dwelling Loop (Intermediate), South Loop (Advanced) Van Michael Trail (Advanced) and Quehl Holler (Expert Downhill). The Dwelling Loop was opened on June 3rd, 2000. The South Loop and Mosquito Flats were opened in the fall of 2003, Mosquito Bite and Van Michael Trail in June 2008 and the newest trail Quehl Holler in 2010.
Taylor Randahl Memorial Mountain Bike Trails, located just east of Blankets in Olde Rope Mill Park is comprised of three trails: Explorer (Intermediate), Avalanche (Intermediate) and The Mill Trails (Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced). Avalanche opened in 2010, Explorer in 2011 and The Mill in 2015.
