Blackstone Valley NEMBA

From the Trails

Trail updates, ride recaps, chapter news, and stories from the Blackstone Valley.

Seasonal Rides

The Ledger of the Blackstone

The trails of the Blackstone Valley are here year-round. The Blackstone Ride Series exists to make sure riders are, too. What began as a creative experiment — part adventure challenge, part art project, part community motivator — has grown into a two-season framework that connects riders to the valley’s trail networks through exploration, storytelling, and […]

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Meeting Minutes

2024 Fall Chapter Meeting Recap

Date: November 18, 2024Location: CraftRoots Brewing, Milford, MA Highlights From Our Fall Chapter Meeting The 2024 Fall Chapter Meeting brought together members, new faces, and business partners for an engaging and collaborative evening. Hosted at CraftRoots Brewing, the meeting celebrated our chapter’s achievements, introduced new initiatives, and set the stage for an exciting year ahead. Here’s a […]

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Seasonal Rides

Spring Social Ride: Kicking Off the Season at Goat Hill

Note: This post is adapted from the original article titled “Blackstone Valley Spring Social Ride” by Kapitol Photography, published on May 6, 2024. The Blackstone Valley chapter of the New England Mountain Bike Association (BVNEMBA) launched the spring mountain biking season with a vibrant social ride at Goat Hill in Uxbridge last month. Despite heavy […]

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Trail Etiquette

Sharing the Path with Fellow Outdoor Enthusiasts

Note: This post is adapted from the original article titled “Sup, dog?” by Fitch Proctor, published on March 11, 2024. Encountering other trail users is a common experience for mountain bikers in the Blackstone Valley. Whether it’s hikers, dog walkers, or even the occasional unicyclist, it’s essential to foster positive interactions to ensure harmonious shared […]

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