Archives: Trail Groups
Friends of the Talladega National Forest
The Friends of the Talladega National Forest is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to support the recreation and educational opportunities on the Talladega National Forest.
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Geneva State Forest Stakeholder Volunteers
Geneva State Forest Stakeholder Volunteers, LLC strives to promote the conservation of and appreciation for Geneva State Forest.
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Huntsville Canoe Club
The Huntsville Canoe Club is a group of people interested in paddling all types of self-propelled craft – canoes, kayaks, and sit-on-tops – on a variety of types of water. Members’ skill levels and experience range from newcomers to the sport to experts, and our preferred venues range from local lakes to the wildest of white water.
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Land Trust of North Alabama
The Land Trust of North Alabama is dedicated to connecting people with nature. The Land Trust protects and stewards significant and vulnerable natural, scenic, and historic areas to help ensure that our cherished natural resources will be here for all to enjoy for years to come.
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Lock It UP Offroad Club
We are the first 4×4 club created in Mobile, Alabama in June of 2000. Our primary goal is to enjoy offroading and fellowship within the hobby with like minded folks. Everyone interested in the hobby of actually using their 4×4 vehicle off road is welcome to come onto our forum, get to know us and ride with us. Also, check out the pictures, member’s pages, and e-mail any member if you have any interest! See ya on the trail!
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Mobile Bay Canoe and Kayak Club
We are a group of people who enjoy paddling and sharing our experiences with others. We are not a formal organization. There are no dues, no application forms, no membership lists. All you have to do to “join” our “club” is show up at a paddle, come to a meeting, or just decide you’re a member.
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Mobile Bay Kayak Fishing Association
This site is open to all members of the Mobile Bay Kayak Fishing Association and anyone interested in the growing sport of kayak fishing. Here you can find fishing reports, pics and more information concerning kayak fishing and Mobile Bay.
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Montgomery Bicycle Club
The Montgomery Bicycle Club promotes recreational and competitive cycling in the central Alabama area, and seeks to increase bicycle safety and awareness by advocating bicycle-friendly transportation policies in the area. We are not anti-motorist (most of us are motorists ourselves); we are pro-bicycle. Getting a little concerned about motorists and access to roadways?
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NEABA – Northeast Alabama Bicycle Association (Anniston)
The Northeast Alabama Bicycle Association (NEABA) exists to promote safe road and mountain biking. We strive to promote the healthy benefits of cycling by planning and sponsoring quality cycling-related events, and by encouraging both recreational cycling and cycling as a viable means of transportation.
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North Alabama Saddle Club Association
NASCA is a charter member of the Alabama Open Horseman’s Association – AOHA. Our association is comprised of 7 affiliate clubs that host point shows in an effort to qualify our members for the AOHA State Show (held on Labor Day weekend in Montgomery, AL). Our shows run from March – August. Each member must attend 8 shows and be ranked within the top 15 to qualify for the State Show.
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North Alabama Trail Riders Association
Our purpose is to provide fun, fellowship, social interaction, and family activities with meetings, events, and riding opportunities while promoting the sport of off road motorcycle and ATV riding through safety and education.
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Northeast Alabama Bicycle Club
We strive to promote the healthy benefits of cycling by planning and sponsoring quality cycling-related events, and by encouraging both recreational cycling and cycling as a viable means of transportation.
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Outback Trail Riders
We are the Outback Saddle Club. Just a small horse trail riding club, that enjoys trail riding and being with friends. Please feel free to look at the site and we would love to have new members. We try to ride about every other weekend at different places around Alabama – and sometimes further. We do day rides and some weekenders.
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Outdoor Club South- Birmingham
OUTDOOR CLUB SOUTH is the largest, most active & fun outdoor club in the South! Our members love to hike, bike and paddle throughout the beautiful South and beyond.
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Rocket City Rock Crawlers
RCRC holds a trail ride each month and we try to alternate between easy and hard rides so everyone can have fun. Alcohol and/or drug use is strictly prohibited on all trail rides. This is a family oriented club, therefore, we also ask that you act appropriately regarding actions and language when children are present.
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Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve
Our mission is to protect and manage Ruffner Mountain as a sanctuary for native species of plants and animals; and through our educational and passive recreational programs foster within the community an appreciation of the natural world.
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SAMBA – South Alabama Mountain Bike Assn (Mobile)
The purpose of SAMBA is the promotion & education of responsible off-road bicycling and advocating for quality trail systems in the southern Alabama area that are easily accessible, environmentally sensitive, and to promote an active lifestyle that will give back to the community.
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Shoal ATV Riders
We are a family orientated club and ride to keep the trails open. We are compromised of over 175 families and approximately 425 individual members. Guys and gals of all ages including children, sport and utility quads, motocrossers and side x sides are welcome. We encourage people to ride as teams to take on the tougher challenge as this club is truly a family. Our current membership area spans Alabama, Kentucky, Mississippi, and Tennessee.
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Shoals Cycling Club
Shoals Cycling Club is a blend of cyclists with various interests and skill levels. Members of our club are involved in riding road bikes, mountain bikes, and riding for the sheer joy of being on a bicycle. We seek to involve everyone who loves cycling and want to provide the means by which the members can become better cyclists.
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Sierra Club, Alabama Chapter
Founded by legendary conservationist John Muir in 1892, the Sierra Club is now the nation’s largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization — with more than two million members and supporters. Our successes range from protecting millions of acres of wilderness to helping pass the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Endangered Species Act. More recently, we’ve made history by leading the charge to move away from the dirty fossil fuels that cause climate disruption and toward a clean energy economy.
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Sipsey Wilderness Hiking Club
Purpose of the Sipsey Wilderness Hiking Club: To support the sport of hiking and protect, promote and enjoy the Sipsey Wilderness Area of the Bankhead National Forest.
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Sipsey Wilderness Hiking Club
To support the sport of hiking and protect, promote and enjoy the Sipsey Wilderness Area of the Bankhead National Forest.
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SORBA Huntsville
The Huntsville chapter of SORBA (Southern Off-road Bicycling Association) supports mountain bike advocacy, builds and maintains trails for multiple users, and serves as a resource for the mountain bike community of North Alabama.
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Southeastern Outings
Southeastern Outings is a non-profit organization committed to sponsoring outings for people who enjoy participating in simple outdoor adventures. All activities of the group are open to the public.
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Southeastern Outings
Southeastern Outings is a non-profit organization committed to sponsoring outings for people who enjoy participating in simple outdoor adventures. All activities of the group are open to the public.
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Southern Off-Road Bicycle Association (SORBA)
The Southern Off-Road Bicycle Association (SORBA) is the largest nonprofit mountain biking organization in the Southeast. Our members work with land managers in Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee to create trails and trail systems for mountain bikers and other users to enjoy. Through advocacy, education, and recreational opportunities, SORBA carries out its mission to promote land access, trail preservation, and new trail development in order to enhance mountain bike touring, racing, fun, and fellowship for all mountain bicyclists in the southeastern United States.
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Spring City Cycling Club
The Spring City Cycling Club (SCCC) of Huntsville, Alabama was founded in 1892 (yes, over 120 years ago!) for the purpose of the promotion and development of bicycling for sport, fitness, recreation, transportation, and safety education. The Club organizes a wide variety of bicycling activities suitable for all biking enthusiasts. There are club sponsored rides every week throughout the year. The club participates and promotes bicycle advocacy for Huntsville and the surrounding areas. The club also organizes an annual USAC Race in the summer, and a century tour in the fall.
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The Birmingham Ultra Trail Society
The mission of BUTS is to promote, support and grow the local trail community through service, events and races while creating fun, safe and happy trails.
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The Nature Conservancy
Our Mission: conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends The Nature Conservancy is working with you to make a lasting difference around the world in more than 35 countries, all 50 states and your backyard.
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The Southeastern Climbers Coalition
The SCC’s mission is to preserve climbing areas for present and future generations to enjoy.
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US Army Corp of Engineers
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has approximately 37,000 dedicated Civilians and Soldiers delivering engineering services to customers in more than 130 countries worldwide. With environmental sustainability as a guiding principle, our disciplined Corps team is working diligently to strengthen our Nation’s security by building and maintaining America’s infrastructure and providing military facilities where our servicemembers train, work and live. We are also researching and developing technology for our war fighters while protecting America’s interests abroad by using our engineering expertise to promote stability and improve quality of life.
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USDA Forest Service
All kinds of rewarding volunteer opportunities are available at the National Forests in Alabama, including trail maintenance, fish and wildlife management, recreation area management, environmental education, interpretation, public information plus many other things. Your talents and skills are matched with your work preference to obtain a role that satisfies you and best fulfills the mission of the Forest Service.
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WAMBA – West Alabama Mountain Biking Association (Tuscaloosa)
Established in 2008, the West Alabama Mountain Biking Association (WAMBA) is a mountain biking organization that is dedicated to promoting trail building and mountain biking.
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