RI NEMBA Zoom Chapter Meeting

Join us on Zoom once again for the deep winter Chapter meeting!

This month we'll be discussing the two trail work days coming up in Arcadia and Diamond Hill, the Chainsaw Safety Certification Class, Fun Rides, and other events scheduled for 2022.

Come make your voice heard or tune in to hear what's going on. Hope to see you there (online).

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Browning Mill Pond Bridge Build @ Arcadia Management Area

RI NEMBA will be continuing it's efforts to complete the ongoing bridge project.

All are welcome to help out.

You don't have to be a NEMBA members to take part. 

But, everyone must have signed NEMBA's Annual Waiver.

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RI NEMBA First Ever Formal Trail Day AT Diamond Hill

This is a first. Though we've been riding the trails at Diamond Hill for decades we've never been asked formally, to do a trail project.

The trail care session will be followed by a ride, so bring your bikes.

You do not have to be a member of NEMBA to help out, 

But everyone needs to sign NEMBA's Annual Waiver.

Hope to see you there.

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RI NEMBA December Chapter Meeting

It's time for for our monthly chapter meeting.

The long awaited board officers meeting!

End of year finances and plans for future events.

As the year comes to a close we are already preparing for 2022 to be a huge year for RI.

Come on down to the Morse Tavern located at 446 Tiogue Ave in Coventry at 7PM. 

You don't have to be a NEMBA members to attend.

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Morse Tavern RI

For  · Anyone who rides in RI. You don't have to be a member to join us.

It's time for for our monthly chapter meeting.

We'll be discussing Fun Rides, getting more women involved in MTB, DEM relationships, trail build days, possible new riding opportunities and the upcoming yearly RINEMBA officers election.

As the year comes to a close we are already preparing for 2022 to be a huge year for RI.
Come on down to the Morse Tavern in Coventry, located at 446 Tiogue Ave, in Coventry at 7PM.

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Rhode Island NEMBA Trail Day

PARTICIPANTS MUST PREREGISTER WITH ALAN at

RINEMBA, along with other user groups, has been asked by DEM to join a trail cleanup day in Arcadia on Saturday, 10/23/21.

This effort will remove blockages from recent storms, etc.

We'll break into small groups and work on trails or areas as directed by DEM.

Since we could be on bikes, I've asked that we be sent into the less-accessible areas.

We will be permitted to use chainsaws for this event; NEMBA will provide the required insurance.
Some within DEM are aware that we do a lot of trail cleanup independently (thank you everyone); this will be a great opportunity to show all of DEM what we can do, and I hope to get a large turnout.

      If you're able to lend a hand, please email me and include:
- Do you prefer to ride or walk
- Have you taken first aid training
- Have you taken chainsaw safety training
- Do you have a chainsaw and safety equipment and can you carry it all safely if you're riding
- Do you have a handsaw (of course you do)
I'll try to split us into appropriate groups (e.g. a sawyer a medic and several laborers; or a few folks with handsaws and fast bikes).

Let me know soon, please, and include a phone number.

This event is open to member and nonmembers alike. All participant need to have completed the NEMBA general waiver (once a year) found here: nemba.org/waiver

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Arcadia Fun Ride

It’s been too long since the last RI Fun ride so please join us at Arcadia Management Area for marked courses through some of the best areas of the park. Due to current permit restrictions, we have a HARD LIMIT of 75 participants so online preregistration will be MANDATORY. There will be no onsite registration. 

   Click this link to Register.   https://member.nemba.org/event-4474423

Please check in with us at the NEMBA tent and you will be provided with an event wristband. Wristbands need to be worn throughout your ride. 

September is hunting season in RI so 200 square inches of Blaze Orange will be REQUIRED to participate.

We’ll have 3 loops that can be combined as you like with a water/snack stop in the middle.

“Advanced Beginner” 7 mile loop around Breakheart Pond and through the flower fields of Midway. Riders should prepare for some roots and rocks but only about 400’ of climbing and mostly mellow terrain.

Two “Intermediate Loops”

-A classic backcountry experience up Breakheart Hill following and crossing wild streams and old campsites into the deepest parts of RI forests. Yielding 8 miles and about 900’ of climbing!

-As a second option a rowdier “enduro” style route up and down the reclaimed trails of Mt Tom with open views of the Arcadia valley and steep fast descents. This one should get you around 9 miles and 1000’ of climbing but you’ll probably remember the downhills more!

“Advanced” loop will be the whole enchilada, backcountry and enduro at about 17 miles and almost 1600’ of climbing/descent. Expert line options will be marked for the adventurous.

REGISTRATION TYPES:

Individual NEMBA members can register for $10 (Must register with the email address that your active individual membership is attached to) Guests would be at the non-member rate.

Family NEMBA members can register those that are 13 yrs and older for $10 per person. ($10 for the primary member and then add other family members as guests at the $10 per person rate (13 and older only) (Must register with the email address that your active family membership is attached to)

Guests that are riding with a paying attendee that are 12 years old or younger will ride for free. They must be listed in the appropriate section on the online registration form.

Non-NEMBA members can register for $20 per person or join/renew NEMBA prior to registering for the event to receive the discounted rate.

Any questions regarding your membership status or if you don't know which email address your account is associated with can be directed to membership@nemba.org .

Please don’t forget to sign the NEMBA waiver if you have not already done so this year.

Food: There will be no food available at this event other than small snacks at the water stop. Please plan accordingly. Dan’s Place, Cornerstone Pub and The Middle of Nowhere Diner are about 10-15 minutes away with great post ride dining options.

RAIN DATE: THERE WILL BE NO RAIN DATE THIS YEAR.

Arcadia Management Area (Division of Forest Environment): At over 14,000 mostly forested acres, the Arcadia Management Area is the state’s largest recreational area, offering users a great variety of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Co-managed by DEM’s Divisions of Forest Environment and Fish & Wildlife, it is promoted as, and actively managed for hunting, as well as fishing, boating, hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding, to name a few activities. “Multiple use” management principles apply, assuring a safe and satisfying experience for hunters and non-hunters alike. Miles upon miles of gravel roads and well-marked and maintained trails entice hikers to return to a different section each visit. These same trails are often used by mountain bikers or horseback riders so all users need to act responsibly, show courtesy, and “share the road”.

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