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Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day!

Friday, September 2nd, 2011

The Appalachian Mountain Bike Club has teamed up with The Bike Zoo, Specialized Bicycles and the International Mountain Biking Association (IMBA) to present Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day in Knoxville. The ride will take place at 9:00 am October 1st, starting from the Meads Quarry Parking lot in South Knoxville.

All you need is a kid with a bike and helmet! Please call the Bike Zoo at 865-558-8455 with any questions. Hope to see you there!


Fall Work Day Schedule

Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011

Fall is almost here and along with the great riding weather comes our chance to get our hands dirty and expand our trail system in South Knoxville. We have ambitious goals this season but with our awesome volunteers, we will be knocking out miles of trail to enjoy come Spring!

Unless otherwise noted, we will meet at Meades Quarry at 9:00 am. Tools will be provided, just bring gloves and water. Look forward to seeing everyone out there!

  • September 10 – Fort Dickerson
  • October 23
  • November 5
  • November 27
  • December 17

Legacy Parks South Knoxville Master Plan

Friday, February 11th, 2011

Here is what all our hard work is about and why your support of AMBC and Legacy Parks is so critical. Every volunteer hour puts us closer to making these renderings real trails that we can enjoy.

A huge thanks to all of you!


Urban Wilderness Challenge set for March

Saturday, February 13th, 2010

Come out Saturday, March 20 to support the Legacy Parks Foundation by participating or volunteering in the Urban Wilderness Challenge!

“Outdoor enthusiasts will have a chance to explore some of Knoxville’s parks, greenways, wilderness and special places that comprise a part of the Urban Wilderness and Historic Corridor. The Urban Wilderness Challenge will provide three unique activities for adventurers of all levels to play in the recreational, historic and natural assets found along Knoxville’s south waterfront. The event benefits Legacy Parks Foundation and is sponsored by River Sports, Patagonia, Knoxville Volunteer Rotary, Knoxvillager.com, Barley’s, Dewhirst Properties and Appalachian Mountain Bike Club.”

Check out the Legacy Parks Foundation website for more info about the race.