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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.

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Upcoming Events

  • Chapter Meeting
    Chapter Meeting
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Oct 07
    THE LODGE Bar & Grill
    Oct 07, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    THE LODGE Bar & Grill, 1455 Southford Rd, Southbury, CT 06488, USA
    All are welcome to the chapter meetings.
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  • Stick Season Social
    Stick Season Social
    Sat, Oct 24
    Rock House
    Oct 24, 2026, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Rock House, 20 Moose Hill Rd, Oxford, CT 06478, USA
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  • Waldo State Park Boardwalk Rebuild
    Waldo State Park Boardwalk Rebuild
    Date and time is TBD
    457 Purchase Brook Rd
    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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  • HVNEMBAs Labor Day Outing at Norbrook Farm Brewery
    HVNEMBAs Labor Day Outing at Norbrook Farm Brewery
    Sun, Sep 06
    Norbrook Farm Brewery
    Sep 06, 2026, 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
    Norbrook Farm Brewery, 204 Stillman Hill Rd, Colebrook, CT 06021, USA
    Come join HVNEMBA for a Labor Day Outing at Norbrook Farm Brewery ride in a group or by yourself or bring a friend.
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  • Monday Night Intermediate No Drop Ride
    Monday Night Intermediate No Drop Ride
    Mon, Aug 31
    Rockhouse Parking at Keith Mitchell Lot
    Aug 31, 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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  • Little Striders
    Little Striders
    Sat, Aug 29
    Rock House
    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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  • Thursday Night Rides All Levels
    Thursday Night Rides All Levels
    Thu, Aug 27
    Rock House
    Aug 27, 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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  • Tuesday Night Advanced Ride
    Tuesday Night Advanced Ride
    Tue, Aug 25
    Racebrook Tract
    Aug 25, 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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  • Monday Night Intermediate No Drop Ride
    Monday Night Intermediate No Drop Ride
    Mon, Aug 24
    Upper Paugussett State Forest
    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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  • Canceled Thursday Night Rides All Levels
    Canceled Thursday Night Rides All Levels
    Thu, Aug 20
    Rock House
    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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  • Canceled Tuesday Night Advanced Ride
    Canceled Tuesday Night Advanced Ride
    Tue, Aug 18
    Racebrook Tract
    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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  • Canceled Monday Night Intermediate No Drop Ride
    Canceled Monday Night Intermediate No Drop Ride
    Mon, Aug 17
    Trolley Bed Preserve
    Aug 17, 2026, 5:45 PM – 8:00 PM
    Trolley Bed Preserve, 222-298 Old Sherman Hill Rd, Woodbury, CT 06798, USA
    This is an Intermediate No Drop Ride
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  • Canceled Thursday Night Rides All Levels
    Canceled Thursday Night Rides All Levels
    Thu, Aug 13
    Rock House
    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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  • Tuesday Night Advanced Ride
    Tuesday Night Advanced Ride
    Tue, Aug 11
    Rock House
    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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  • Monday Night Intermediate ride
    Monday Night Intermediate ride
    Mon, Aug 10
    Waldo State Park, Parking on River Rd
    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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  • Thursday Night Rides All Levels (Dock 34 meetup after the ride)
    Thursday Night Rides All Levels (Dock 34 meetup after the ride)
    Thu, Aug 06
    Rock House
    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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  • Chapter Meeting
    Chapter Meeting
    Wed, Aug 05
    THE LODGE Bar & Grill
    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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  • Tuesday Night Advanced Ride
    Tuesday Night Advanced Ride
    Tue, Aug 04
    Trumbull Trails
    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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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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