Cooper Union North Reroute
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A reroute of the Cooper Union North Trail was completed in 2021 by the Ringwood Trail Crew. The reroute moves the trail off old woods roads and provides a flowy sustainable route West of Shepherd Pond.
Paiute Trail Section of Tapawingo
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In October 2021, we started work on the Paiute Trout Trail, part of the Tapawingo Project. In consideration of our hiking partners, we set aside that project to prioritize the re-route of the old Hewitt-Butler Trail and connections to Jungle Habitat.
The Next Section of Tapawingo is Half Baked
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Moving north along the old Hewitt-Butler trail just past Stags we encounter several unsustainable sections of trail. One way or the other they are unrideable. We are collaborating with our partners at the Trail Conference to come up with a plan to address this next.
BoB Yak Trailer Donation
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Jorba supporters Ron and Mari Striegel of West Milford have donated a brand new BoB Yak trailer to JORBA. If your group could put this to good use for trail maintenance than it can be yours. Very useful for tackling TM projects far into the woods. It comes with a 135mm x 9mm QR axle,…
2022 Somerset County Parks Trail Work Days Announced
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The Somerset County Park Commission has published their “Volunteer Park Patrol” schedule for 2022. JORBA and the Park Rangers partner closely on trail maintenance projects and all are welcome to join and lend a hand. Official events will be posted here on the site as we get closer but for now, save these dates! Washington…
Ryno Connection
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Work on the Ryno connection to Tapawingo from Rhino, was completed in 2021. This is a slow speed technical expert trail with plenty of rock features. Pure Jungle riding.
Ringwood Ramapo Reroute
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Work started on the Ringwood Ramapo Reroute in the winter of 2021 and is ongoing as weather permits.
Hell Mountain Preserve, Tewksbury
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Update May 9, 2022 the project is dead, too much resistance from local equestrians. We are exploring the idea of building new trails and upgrading the existing trails in Hell Mountain Preserve.
High Bridge Pump Track Resurfacing
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The pump track will be completely redesigned and resurfaced. The High Bridge Chapter will be managing the project with Avid Trails. Fundraising in progress.
Byram Trails Management
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Byram is looking to implement it’s recreational trail plan. JORBA may help with the process details TDB.
New Bridgewater Twp. Park Optimized for MTB
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Bridgewater’s new park to be developed with pro trail builders, JORBA providing ongoing maintenance.
Hippo Reroute
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We will be finishing a small reroute around the perennially wet section at the bottom of Hippo. Work starts ASAP.
Tapawingo Project
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A joint project with JORBA and NYNJTC the Tapawingo project will improve connectivity with Long Pond Ironworks State Park and Norvin Green State Forest. Work has completed Ryno, the first connection from Rhino in Jungle to Tapawingo. The next connection will be Stags, NJ’s first adaptive mountain bike trail.
Proposed New Trail in Stephens Allamuchy for NICA
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JORBA and the New Jersey Interscholastic Cycling League have made a joint proposal to build a new trail on the Stephens side of Allamuchy State Park. The proposal is undergoing the land management review process with the state.
Essex County Chapter
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JORBA has established a new chapter to advocate for mountain biking in Essex County. Gene Sackman will lead efforts for legal MTB access. Please visit our Essex County Chapter Page for updates and add your name to our Essex County Mailing list.
JORBA Officer Elections 2022
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Tom HenniganPresident, Chairman Ken SeebeckExecutive Director, CEO Dave ClarkTreasurer Jason FletcherSecretary Mike ConfentiVice President Board Members and Staff
Trail Planning and Design Hub
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Our colleagues at American Trails have put together a list of resources for trail planning and design. Please check it out.
Wildcat Ridge WMA Chapter Report 2021
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The Wildcat Ridge WMA chapter of JORBA remains active. In 2020-2021 there was a joint effort with the NYNJTC to replace a dilapidated bridge across a brook within the WMA. This effort was completed and benefitted all trail users as well as building good will between the two organizations. Due to above normal rainfall, vegetation…
Dickerson Mine Trail Review 2021
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98 hours Jeremy Klopper took Jason Goncalves slot as Co-Lead earlier this year.Jeremy lives in Randolph and can be spotted on the trails either locally or further away as he and his family love to travel to find different places to ride. He has been a NICA coach since the league’s first season in NJ…
Allamuchy Trail Review 2021
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268 hours Completed 4 Bump Alt. – Lumpy Bumpy re-route Rock armored wet sections of ‘Unblazed’ Trail on way up to 4 Bump Heavy tree removal throughout the year Extensive ‘brush-back’ at Deer Park and the Tranquility side of park Re-route of ‘Unblazed’ trail off the Orange Trail (closest to Rt. 80) Re-route wet section…
