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SFWDA Spring Meet & Ride of 2016 at Turkey Bay. Land Between the Lakes, Golden Pond, KY. Hosted by Stones River Jeep Club

Access over 300 miles of undeveloped shoreline, 200 miles of paved roads, 500 miles of trails, 100 + miles of OHV trails, and 170,000 acres of forests and open lands.

Access over 300 miles of undeveloped shoreline, 200 miles of paved roads, 500 miles of trails, 100 + miles of OHV trails, and 170,000 acres of forests and open lands.

SFWDA Spring 2016 Meet and Ride
Hosted by Stones River Jeep Club
Turkey Bay OHV Area, 
Land Between the Lakes,
Golden Pond, KY

*  UPDATE ALERT * THIS EVENT IS NOW RESCHEDULED TO APRIL 2, 2016. *

Same time, location, etc. Remaining details below. 

Join us at Turkey Bay OHV Area, near the shores of beautiful Kentucky Lake on Saturday, April 2, 2016 for the first SFWDA Meet & Ride of 2016. The Stones River Jeep Club, Murfreesboro, TN will host this event and provide guided Trail rides throughout the park. 

Located in western Kentucky and Tennessee between Kentucky and Barkley Lakes.

Turkey Bay Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Area provides designated trails for OHV riding and Self-Service Camping. Centrally located, Turkey Bay offers a variety of topography and trails for everyone.

 

 

The area consists of approximately 100 miles of primary, secondary, and tertiary trails for many different levels of OHV ridin, .and is managed by the USFS. There is a $20 (1-3 day) usage fee collected by the USFS upon arrival to the park. 

Turkey Bay OHV Area

Turkey Bay Trail System offers 100+ miles for every type of OHV. 

  • SEASON - Year Round

  • HOURS  - Sunrise to Sunset

  • ADMISSION - One to Three-Day Permit is $20.  Annual permit is $75.

  • GPS - N 36 45' 00.0" / W 88 04' 19.0"

  • PHYSICAL ADDRESS -
    80 Turkey Creek Road
    Golden Pond, KY 42211

  • TRAILHEAD LOCATION - 2.3 miles / 5 minutes south of the Visitor's Center on the Trace.

Free Registration!
Register online today, free for all SFWDA members (Separate $20 entry fee includes up to 3 days of LBL Park access.) for a full day of fun to meet your association, the Southern Four Wheel Drive Association, and explore the beautiful LBL trails.  On-site check in will open at 8:00 AM CST.  Our SFWDA meeting will begin promptly at 9:00 AM CST.  Trail rides will begin at 10:00 AM CST. 

Coming to Turkey Bay?  Consider an Overnight Stay!
 You could pitch a tent at Turkey Bay in the camping area.  In addition to the trails, Turkey Bay OHV permits camping at designated areas near the lake along road 167.  An added perk of the campsites is the ability to wake up and ride directly to the trails, as the sites offer chemical toilets, unloading ramps, and drinking water. But if you need some additional amenities, consider from a variety of lodging options located just outside Land Between The Lakes and a few minutes from Turkey Bay. https://www.explorekentuckylake.com/lbl/ohv.htm

We will be collecting supplies for the community to be distributed through this local organization. 

We will be collecting supplies for the community to be distributed through this local organization. 

It's for Charity!
We initiated a charitable component to our Meet & Ride events last year and our charity for this event will be The Journey Home, a Christian Outreach Center for the homeless and at-risk individuals and families in Rutherford County, TN.  For more information please check this link:  www.lovegodservepeople.org/.  Each attendee is asked to donate one item to support this outreach effort.  Suggestions:  Caned / Boxed food (none-perishable food item); or all sizes of clothing (slightly used is OK).  Highest need is for socks, under garments, shoes and diapers.  Please join us and support The Journey Home.

Due to FURTHER potential Winter weather related closures, please check our Facebook and web page for updates on the event. 

For more details about camping, nearby lodging, maps, and more travel accommodations check out the LBL travelers resource page for Turkey Bay. 
http://www.landbetweenthelakes.com/attractions/turkey-bay-ohv-area/

For Specifics on Park Rules & Regulations, hours of operation,  camping opportunities, and much more from the USFS about LBL. 
http://www.landbetweenthelakes.us/seendo/trails/turkey-bay/

Browse through some web sourced images below from the LBL park, it's trails, and incorporated amenities......

Free PDF Map Download provided by our USFS 

Free PDF Map Download provided by our USFS 

We highly encourage all person attending to download, print, and complete the Turkey Bay OHV Area Liability Waiver Form and have $20 cash ready before arriving to expedite the check in process for everyone. 

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SFWDA delegates meet with the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest to discuss current RTP projects plans for 2016

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A number of SFWDA members had a very open dialogue today with the Recreational team from the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest to discuss current RTP projects, plans for 2016 and facilitate the introductions of Jay Bird, Past President SFWDA and GBR, as our Georgia Co-Trails Representative; and Ken Sutz, long standing SFWDA and GBR member, as our Georgia Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Representative. As a critical OHV Stakeholder, we want to thank both Jay Bird and Ken Sutz for volunteering for these critical roles as Dave Logan moves on with new professional commitments with Omix-ADA (Rugged Ridge), one of our supporting SFWDA Business Members.

Dave Logan is retiring after a long term as Georgia RTP Representative

Dave Logan is retiring after a long term as Georgia RTP Representative

We also want to thank Dave Logan for his volunteer commitments since 2008 in representing the Georgia Bounty Runners and our association, SFWDA, in both of these roles. Dave has also been critical in the development of our SFWDA Educational Video series over the last few years and will continue to serve as a resource and adviser. Thank you Dave Logan for your service.

http://www.fs.usda.gov/detailfull/conf/recreation/?cid=stelprdb5427592&width=full

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We're excited to announce the "S.R.B." band will be appearing live at TrailFest 2016

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Join us at TrailFest in AOP on Saturday evening immediately following the main announcements, awards, and raffle when we will "Launch" the weekend away as we Thank You for coming and supporting SFWDA!  Join us at the main pavilion for an evening full of Live Music, a Bonfire, Food Vendors with a special late night menu, and good ole' fun the whole family is sure to enjoy!

  S.R.B.'s variety of popular and classic southern style rock & country is great entertainment for all ages! Scott Freels ( Professional Lead singer, Bassist & Song Writer ) and Barry Freels ( Lead guitar and professional blue grass player) have played for 20+ years around the Southeast. They joined with Randy Ruffner ( Rhythm guitar roots in country and gospel) and Sam Teddar (Drummer who is also a singer, song writer and guitar player) to form S.R.B. several years ago to play the music they love best,  soulful music in country and classic rock.

They have played around the Tennessee area to including many four wheeling events like, The S.R.R.S. series, Dixie Run 29. We are delighted to have them back again to put on a show on for all who come. 

#trailfest2016
#trailfest13 

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Business Member Feature of the Month * Alpha Vinyl - "A one stop shop for every sticker idea you could have."

This month we are starting a new feature were we highlight one of our outstanding business members. These business and their employees embody the passion and the desire to help maintain the access to the public and private lands we all recreate on and rely on for our sport.

 This month we are highlighting Alpha Vinyl.
 Owned by a fellow off road wheeler and both business and individual member of SFWDA, Christopher Bayer. Chris offers custom vinyl decals in any color you could want. The team at Alpha Vinyl makes everything from one off customs to bulk banners for you or your club. From hood blackouts to stickers of any size Alpha Vinyl is a one stop  shop for every sticker idea you could have. Alpha Vinyl will also be making the soon to be available SFWDA windshield banners in a multitude of colors to match your rig just right. Pay attention to the Facebook Page and the Website as those will be available shortly to order. Show your Southern Four Wheel Drive Association Pride and support one of our proud business members.

http://www.sfwda.org/alphavinyl/

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2015 Annual Report From ORBA

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The Off-Road Business Association’s membership and working partnership
categories throughout 2015 shows continued growth. It’s important to note that ORBA has realized an average growth rate of 4.3% per year for the past five years. Sustainable growth is a result of strong business planning along with a timely schedule of execution. It’s also backed-up by a Board of Directors that clearly understands the needs of Off-Highway Vehicle Community.

Strong working relationships with other national organizations are important elements of the business plan. Those organizations include ARRA, AMA, MIC, SEMA, Tread Lightly and several others.

ORBA’s C-6 IRS category allows for lobbing at federal and state levels. Therefore ORBA contracts with professional lobbying firms through the country along with project specialists for individual goals and initiatives. ORBA is a founding owner of a legal group called EcoLogic Partners. The Company has been in existence for over twelve years and has been successful with several litigations. The mission of EP is to do all that we can to stay out of court by providing solid analyses, appropriate legal and scientific comments, preparing language as needed for testimony at state and federal hearings.

Our staff is highly educated and has over seventy-five years combined experience. They have testified before congress, written legislative language that has been included in law and successfully managed state and federal administrative programs throughout the country.

Accomplished goals 2015

1. “ONE-VOICE” fully implemented and organizing regional representation

2. “SAVE MOAB” provide maps, trail names, develop leg-language for 2016 bill

3. OHV protection language included in Colorado Wilderness bill

4, Passage of Boulder-Whitecloud protecting OHV uses

5. Extension of RTP and Federal Highway bill

6. Comment on the five early adopters of Winter Travel Management

7. Comments and protest on Sage Grouse

8. Testify on e-15 fuel requirement

9. Provide data for CPSC for the test standards for ROHV’s

Listed above are just a few of the on-going projects. ORBA also does support work for our association members in specific use areas. We are also involved in OHV economic impact studies for several states. ORBA is involved in the organization of state OHV organizations.

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Registration is Now Live! for the 13th Annual TrailFest 2016 Adventure Off Road Park, April 29 - May1, 2016

Just some of the enhancements at this years TrailFest 2016

All new Trailfest 2016 Shirt Design

  • Each registered vehicle will be issued a unique identifying event sticker along with their registration pack. Various benefits are available to those who register early so why not show it off with pride. 
  • New & Enhanced Education Seminars & Demos will be available on a limited availability.
  • Exclusive Early Registrant Raffle of a Warn Winch will be awarded separate of all other raffle prizes to one of only the advanced event registrants. (No additional purchase necessary) 
  • Test your Skills on the new Expanded Obstacle Course / Dirt Track with added Technical Obstacles creating a more challenging opportunity still manageable for all vehicles.
  • Timed Uphill Multi-Class Challenge, everyone can have a shot against the clock up the hill. Bring what you got and compete among your equal level rig for a prize & trophy. 
  • Expedient Raffle Awards with more amazing prizes from Top brands and Sponsors.
  • More Food Vendors, including more options, more often. 
  • More details are in development, but it's planned to be the biggest and best ever TrailFest event. 

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Spring 2016 Marshall University OHV Scholarship

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Applications due December 27th, 2015. Classes begin January 11th, 2016.

NOHVCC is once again proud to administer a scholarship for a semester of the Marshall University OHV Recreation Management program.

The spring semester OHV Recreation Management courses are PLS 451/551: Planning and Design of OHV Parks; and PLS 453/553: Operation and Management of OHV Trails Systems. The information in these courses can be invaluable for both agency personnel as well as for enthusiasts. The winner of the scholarship will be able to choose 1 of the 2 offered courses for this spring's semester.

This semester's scholarship is being offered by the Right Rider Access Fund. The applications are due in to the NOHVCC office on December 27th, 2015. NOHVCC will review the applications and choose a winner in the shortest amount of time possible. Spring courses begin January 11th.

Information about all 4 courses, including how to register for the courses is on the NOHVCC website at:www.nohvcc.org/Education/MarshallU.aspx

For more information regarding the scholarship or to receive an application, contact NOHVCC staff attrailhead@nohvcc.org.

For additional information regarding the content of the course, contact Theresa Litteral M.S. at stanton3@live.marshall.edu . 

The Right Rider Access Fund is a charitable, community benefit organization created in 2011 to support off-highway vehicle enthusiasts directly; by supplementing the work of the Motorcycle Industry Council, the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America, and the Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association; and in other ways. The Fund's charitable mission is to promote the safe and responsible use of off-highway vehicles and to preserve their access to appropriate lands.

 

Additional information on ORBA can be found at www.ufwda.org  and www.orba.biz.

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Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays from your SFWDA family

Merry Christmas 2016

This holiday season we the Southern Four Wheel Association want to say Thank You! To each of our Individual Members, Premium and Clubs Members alike, and of course a huge thanks to each of our supporting Business Members. It would never happen without your support, and together we expect to strive forward through 2016. Our mission to continually educate enthusiasts on the safety, environmentally impact to improve off road habits and techniques, as well as proactively working as a larger voice within our Governments and OHV Parks to preserve the ability to recreate in such a beautiful part of the country. 


Now we hope you will enjoy this Holiday Poem,
that we can all appreciate. 
Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays from the
Southern Four Wheel Drive Association

"The Winch that Saved Christmas"

The wind was quite heavy on one Christmas Eve,
Santa traveled by ground, behind schedule, if you believe.
He was cruising through California in his mighty red sleigh,
And said, "If I don't hurry, there will be no Christmas Day."
 
Blitzen turned around and said, "Santa, you won't fail,
We Reindeer found a short-cut called the Rubicon Trail."
They headed for the trail, but when they got there,
The rocks looked much bigger than they did from the air.
 
Up hill the reindeer struggled to make the sleigh go,
And getting around those rocks made the progress quite slow.
They tried really hard but there just wasn't a way,
To get axle articulation from an old wooden sleigh.
 
Where the rocks are quite steep, Santa ran out of luck,
Even with nine reindeer, he finally got stuck.
The Rubicon Trail is no place for a sleigh full of toys,
Santa sighed, "I've failed all those good girls and boys!"
 
"They'll rise in the morning, leave their rooms and say,
'Under the tree, it is empty, is there NO CHRISTMAS DAY?'"
They couldn't budge the sleigh, no matter how hard they tried,
Santa felt so hopeless he sat down and cried.
 
 
Suddenly in the distance came a loud clanking sound,
Like an old wind-up toy that's been too tightly wound.
They saw it come over a boulder with a creep,
A rock crawlin', mud boggin' Jeep.
 
It's fenders were dented, and it's sides were all scratched,
The top had big holes that hadn't been patched.
But its tires were big ones, 37 inch,
And on it's front bumper was a shiny new winch.
 
"If you're taking the Rubicon," the Jeep started to say,
"Go with a group and get mud tires for that sleigh."
Santa said, "I'm sorry, I feel like a jerk,"
The old Jeep said nothing, it just went to work
 
The sleigh was unstuck and free in a cinch,
Thanks to that Jeep and it's shiny new winch.
Santa went on to fulfill Christmas day,
With the old Jeep leading the way.
 
Now many years have passed and the reindeer are older,
They don't fly very well when the weather gets colder.
But Santa's still out there every year without fail,
Fulfilling his promise in the air and on the trail.
 
On Christmas Eve, if you chance to look in the sky,
You just might see him in that old Jeep.

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13th Annual SFWDA TrailFest 2016 Event Registration will be going live on January 2, 2016 at 11am

 The 13th Annual TrailFest 2016 registration will be launching live on our website next Saturday, January 2, at 11 am so be sure to mark your calendar now and join us at Adventure Off Road Park in S. Pittsburg, TN April 29-May 1, 2016. 

Early registrants not only save money, you also enjoy exclusive promotions, so be sure you to be a part of the best TrailFest yet! We'll see you on the Trail.

#trailfest2016

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Just some of the enhancements beyond what you would normally expect at this years TrailFest 2016

  • Each registered vehicle will be issued a unique identifying event sticker along with their registration pack. Various benefits are available to those who register early so why not show it off with pride. 
  • New & Enhanced Education Seminars & Demos will be available on a limited availability.
  • Exclusive Early Registrant Raffle of a Warn Winch will be awarded separate of all other raffle prizes to one lucky advanced event registrants. (No additional purchase necessary) 
  • Test your Skills on the new Expanded Obstacle Course / Dirt Track with added Technical Obstacles creating a more challenging opportunity still manageable for all vehicles.
  • Timed Uphill Multi-Class Challenge, everyone can have a shot against the clock up the hill. Bring what you got and compete among your equal level rig for a prize & trophy. 
  • Expedient Raffle Awards with more amazing prizes from Top brands and Sponsors.
  • More Food Vendors, including more options, and more available. 
  • More details are still in development, but this year is planned to be the biggest and best ever TrailFest event. 

If you have not been before, take a sneak peek. Family fun atmosphere, and trail riding action from  the 2015 Trailfest

For some archived event photos, videos, and more check out our TrailFest legacy page below....

http://www.sfwda.org/trailfest-legacy

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