Who: The Southern Appalachian Bicycle Association
The Clay County Communities Revitalization Association
The Tusquittee Ranger District, USFS
What: Jackrabbit Trails Grand Opening
When: Saturday, April 30th, 2011
Where: Jackrabbit Mountain Bike & Hiking Trails, Jackrabbit Road, Hayesville, NC 28904
Time: 10:00am
Details: Festivities begin with speeches from all collaborating parties, Mike Riter of Trail Design Specialists and dignitaries to discuss the history, collaboration, funding, construction, usage and future trail plans and goals.
Ribbon cutting ceremony will take place immediately after the speeches for not only the existing 14.5 mile trail system, but also for the new 'Bike Practice Trail' which is expected to be completed prior to this date.
This will be followed by 1) group mountain bike rides led by SABA, 2) group trail runs led by members of the Young Harris College cross country team and 3) group hikes led by the Mountain High Hikers.
Music- Slideshow Presentations- Food
Free commemorative water bottle to the first 200+ who register
Souvenir brew glasses, t-shirts, caps and stickers for sale (proceeds to benefit trail maintenance/projects)
Jackrabbit Campground (Loop A-40 sites) will be open for this weekend celebration. Reserve a 2-night stay at http://www.reserveamerica.com, or one night stays can be obtained on-site on a first come, first serve basis (call Tusquittee Ranger District at 828-837-5152 for more info).
Other lodging choices can be found on the links page of http://www.sabacycling.com under the Chambers of Commerce links
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