Next Trail Day: Saturday, July 12th

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:

National Trails Day June 7th

Written by Bre Ximenes
Friday, 16 May 2008
In celebration of National Trails Day, on June 7th, 2008, beginning at 8:00 a.m., the Office of Greenways and Trails will join with volunteers from around Florida for a work party on the Cross Florida Greenway. With the help of dedicated volunteers and support of trail user groups, much can be accomplished at the targeted areas of Coyote Corner and a former cow coral south of the Land Bridge corridor. In the past we have had close to 70 volunteers who participated in the trail work party consisting of bikers, equestrians and hikers. I hope that we can go beyond that number and accomplish a major clean up. At the end of the morning's activities, everyone will gather for a "volunteer appreciation" lunch with a special menu. You don't want to miss this one! We plan to meet at 8:00 a.m. at the Land Bridge Trailhead before breaking up into groups. Bring some work gloves, sun block and wear some closed toe shoes... Mosquitoes are out so bring bug repellant too... We're in for a fun-filled morning of working together to help our trails look great and then celebrating our good work with some great food! Please let me know if you will be able to attend or if you have an estimate of how many volunteers from your group will be able to participate: I look forward to seeing each of you out on the trails.

Beginner's Tour of Santos - June 4th

Written by Tim Mulhall
Friday, 18 April 2008
Once again, the Beginner's Tour of Santos will be happening Wednesday, June 4th, 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.

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!!

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.

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