Housatonic Valley NEMBA

Connecting the Housatonic Valley mountain biking community through dedicated trail stewardship, youth engagement programs, and a full calendar of local events.

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Our Mission

We are dedicated to preserving trail access and fostering a vibrant mountain biking community in the Housatonic Valley area. Housatonic Valley NEMBA advocates for sustainable trail development, organizes local events, and maintains the natural beauty of our valley for all riders to enjoy. By connecting enthusiasts and stewards, we build a future where our forests remain a hub for adventure and community engagement.

Upcoming Events

Mon, Aug 10
Monday Night Intermediate ride
Waldo State Park, Parking on River Rd
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Aug 10, 2026, 5:45 PM – 8:00 PM
Waldo State Park, Parking on River Rd, 2225 River Rd, Southbury, CT 06488, USA
This is a no drop ride at an intermediate pace.
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Tue, Aug 11
Tuesday Night Advanced Ride
Rock House
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Aug 11, 2026, 5:45 PM – 8:00 PM
Rock House, 20 Moose Hill Rd, Oxford, CT 06478, USA
This will be at an advanced paced ride with the average speed of about 8MPH. With 10 to 15 Miles depending on the day.
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Thu, Aug 13
Thursday Night Rides All Levels
Rock House
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Aug 13, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Rock House, 20 Moose Hill Rd, Oxford, CT 06478, USA
We will break up into groups based on Riding ability. The rides start at 6pm so please arrive before then.
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Mon, Aug 17
Monday Night Intermediate No Drop Ride
Trolley Bed Trails
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Aug 17, 2026, 5:45 PM – 8:00 PM
Trolley Bed Trails, 787 Main St S, Woodbury, CT 06798, USA
This is an Intermediate No Drop Ride
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Tue, Aug 18
Tuesday Night Advanced Ride
Racebrook Tract
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Aug 18, 2026, 5:45 PM – 8:15 PM
Racebrook Tract, Racebrook Tract Parking Area, Racebrook Rd, Orange, CT 06477, USA
This will be at an advanced paced ride with the average speed of about 8MPH. With 10 to 15 Miles depending on the day.
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Thu, Aug 20
Thursday Night Rides All Levels
Rock House
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Aug 20, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Rock House, 20 Moose Hill Rd, Oxford, CT 06478, USA
We will break up into groups based on Riding ability. The rides start at 6pm so please arrive before then.
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Mon, Aug 24
Monday Night Intermediate No Drop Ride
Upper Paugussett State Forest
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Aug 24, 2026, 5:45 PM – 8:00 PM
Upper Paugussett State Forest, 71 Echo Valley Rd, Newtown, CT 06470, USA
Monday Night Intermediate No Drop Ride
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Sat, Aug 29
Little Striders
Rock House
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Aug 29, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Rock House, 20 Moose Hill Rd, Oxford, CT 06478, USA
HVNEMBA Presents Little Striders Ages 6 and Under
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Thu, Sep 03
Thursday Night Rides All Levels
Rock House
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Sep 03, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Rock House, 20 Moose Hill Rd, Oxford, CT 06478, USA
We will break up into groups based on Riding ability. The rides start at 6pm so please arrive before then.
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Date and time is TBD
Waldo State Park Boardwalk Rebuild
457 Purchase Brook Rd
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Date and time is TBD
457 Purchase Brook Rd, 457 Purchase Brook Rd, Southbury, CT 06488, USA
Come help rebuild the boardwalk on purple trail.
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Thu, Aug 06
Thursday Night Rides All Levels (Dock 34 meetup after the ride)
Rock House
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Aug 06, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Rock House, 20 Moose Hill Rd, Oxford, CT 06478, USA
This is for all abilities, we will break up into groups based on abilities. After the ride we will head over to Dock 34
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Wed, Aug 05
Chapter Meeting
THE LODGE Bar & Grill
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Aug 05, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:10 PM
THE LODGE Bar & Grill, 1455 Southford Rd, Southbury, CT 06488, USA
All are welcome to the chapter meetings.
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Tue, Aug 04
Tuesday Night Advanced Ride
Trumbull Trails
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Aug 04, 2026, 5:45 PM – 8:15 PM
Trumbull Trails, Park St, Trumbull, CT 06611, USA
This will be at an advanced paced ride with the average speed of about 8MPH. With 10 to 15 Miles depending on the day.
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Mon, Aug 03
CANCELED Monday Night Intermediate No Drop Ride
Rockhouse (Parking at Keith Mitchell Lot
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Aug 03, 2026, 5:45 PM – 8:00 PM
Rockhouse (Parking at Keith Mitchell Lot, 324 Roosevelt Dr, Seymour, CT 06483, USA
This is an Intermediate No Drop Ride
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Multiple Dates
Thu, Jul 30
Canceled Thursday Night Rides All Levels
Rock House
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Jul 30, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Rock House, 20 Moose Hill Rd, Oxford, CT 06478, USA
We will break up into groups based on Riding ability. The rides start at 6pm so please arrive before then.
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Tue, Jul 28
Canceled Tuesday Night Advanced Ride
Trumbull Trails
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Jul 28, 2026, 5:45 PM – 8:15 PM
Trumbull Trails, Park St, Trumbull, CT 06611, USA
This will be at an advanced paced ride with the average speed of about 8MPH. With 10 to 15 Miles depending on the day.
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Mon, Jul 27
Monday Night Intermediate No Drop Ride
Upper Paugussett State Forest
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Jul 27, 2026, 5:45 PM – 8:00 PM
Upper Paugussett State Forest, 71 Echo Valley Rd, Newtown, CT 06470, USA
Monday Night Intermediate No Drop Ride
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Tue, Jul 21
CANCELED Tuesday Night Advanced Ride
Racebrook Tract
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Jul 21, 2026, 5:45 PM – 8:15 PM
Racebrook Tract, Racebrook Tract Parking Area, Racebrook Rd, Orange, CT 06477, USA
This will be at an advanced paced ride with the average speed of about 8MPH. With 10 to 15 Miles depending on the day.
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NEMBA Event Waiver

To join any of the NEMBA Group rides or trail days NEMBA requires you to sign the waiver once per year.

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