Monday, June 19, 2017

"Adventure starts right here" DORBA

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Dallas Off-Road Bicycle Association (DORBA) primary mission is providing access to great local trails. You DO NOT have to be a DORBA member to attend most trails but becoming a member gives you access to all DOBRA 17 trails, 5 DORBA sponsored trails and 12 other trails. 

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"Your membership not only gives you access to all trails but provides the tools and infrastructure used to build trails. It also lets local municipalities know that you care about and use the trails on they properties."

This could be a perfect date for you and your suppose and a great opportunity  that gets you out and get good exercise! 
The trails vary by what activities you can do on the trails: biking, rollerblading, walking, jogging  running. *most trails seems to be biking*

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There is a membership fee to have access to the trails if you choose to become members.
 You and your spouse could hold two different memberships but it is cheaper to buy the Family.
Individual - $35 
Family - $50
To sign up for a membership, click here!

DORBA Vision Statement
"The Dallas Off-Road Bicycle Association seeks to be at the forefront of promoting the sport of mountain biking, land access, and advocacy for the North Texas area, and serve as a model leadership for other cycling organization.

DORBA Mission Statement 
DORBA will seek to accomplish its Vision through:
-Cycling education programs that advance cyclists knowledge and skill level in a fun and encouraging atmosphere;
-Non-competitive cycling events that foster a sense of fellowship and camaraderie that appeals to the diversity that is found within mountain biking community;
-Competitive cycling events catering to XC, endurance, and racers of all racing skill levels;
-Adherence to nationalIMBA guidelines for trail development and other insurance requirements;
-Open, direct and legal partnerships with land managers that can serve as models for new trails. 

Here is an example of a trail.


Another example of a trail
Oak Clip Nature Preserve 
Offers 8 miles of trails that comprises of 6 loops. The trail crosses 2 creeks that run through the area 14 times, including 5 wet water crossings. The trail consists of a variety of open fields, and wooded areas.  In the springtime the fields are wall to wall wildflowers. How beautiful and relaxing doe this sound for a date with your spouse!
2875 Pierce St. Dallas, TX 75233
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DORBA also offers upcoming events for paid members & races.
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To become a member & find out more information, click here!
To view all of the Trails, click here!

All images courtesy of DORBA.

Relationship tip: Enjoy this one-on-one time with your spouse and breathe in that fresh air as you bike, rollerblade, walk, jog or run on the trails together.

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