The Trail Riders of Southern Arizona (TRS) Inc. is a non-profit, 501(c)3 club that promotes safe and responsible off-highway motorcycle recreation through action and education. TRS is a founding and member club of the Arizona Motorcycle Riders Association (AMRA); participates in their racing series and is also a chartered club with the American Motorcyclists Association (AMA).
The club works with local, state, and national OHV organizations (AMA, BlueRibbon Coalition, Tread Lightly, National Off-Highway Vehicle Conservation Council) and government entities (USFS, BLM, Az. State Parks) to promote rider education and participate in land use planning and policy. TRS is open to all motorcycle riders regardless of skill level.
Recent News
Last Saturday while out at the Red Spring Trail trailhead installing the information kiosk. The USFS arrived to present TRS with an appreciation award and certificate for their ongoing support of responsible OHV recreation on the Coronado National Forest. TRS members Gary M. (left) and George W. (right) accepting the award and certificate.
On Saturday April 27th, a small volunteer TRS crew installed the information kiosk at the Red Spring Trail trailhead.Volunteers: George W, Gary M, Mike C, Pascal F, Ty H, Jerry E.Metal Fabrication Contractor & Installer: Rob B. This project was grant funded by the Arizona State Parks & Trails OHV Program.More details about this project to come, stay tuned.Photos by George W.
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An article covering the March 9 Copper Classic appeared recently in the San Manuel Miner newspaper. Below is the text found in the article and photos, all of which was provided by T.C. Brown.Members of the Trail Riders of Southern Arizona (TRS) visited San Manuel on April 2, 2024 to present checks to two local organizations. The recipients were San Manuel Community Schools and the San Manuel Fire Department. The funds were raised as part…
Here is an easy way to voice your concerns about motorized recreation in Arizona. The message below is from Arizona State Parks and Trails. We want to hear from YOU!Your experiences, preferences and opinions on trails in Arizona matter!Arizona State Parks and Trails wants feedback from outdoor enthusiasts—that's you!—to develop the 2025 Trails Plan. The plan provides information to improve trail experiences across the state. The survey covers motorized, non-motorized, and emerging trail activities, and…
1. There will not be an April club meeting. Repeat there will not be an April Club Meeting.2. Save The Dates: April 27 & 28 to assist in the installation of the Red Spring Trail information kiosk. Our own Rob Bauer will be hauling the framework to the job site and providing supervision of the installation.3. AMRA race in Camp Verde, April 20-21.
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Message From Gary Meeker --This will be a guided exploration of some of the easier trails in the Red Spring system of trails led by TRS members. All are welcome with the following requests, experience with riding a dirt bike off road, bike in good working order, OHV sticker, Spark Arrestor, reasonably quiet. You don’t need to be fast. Your bike does not need to be street legal.Stay tuned, the weather could turn bad, resulting…
TRS' Copper Classic Article from the San Manuel Miner News Paper. https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.copperarea.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0ycI6f6hMCscyzXI0RLQ-X5TgW7Ms5dRYaakARcY-s61e1u-XUgsdYHjE&h=AT1jn9129zeSVKadCEHcY1sNvs9Y6rHPGE9Sv8uICmu7rbWPuIZqzYgy7No-iEUqNp-CQOyLqdSB_6wyHshR3wnml85of-XPuETNGRSuWB7DawXrnBYdreUl25kmfYZ2V2cGkjGHQw&tn=R]-R&c[0]=AT0jXxTfWWknndgBY25aqjBYMOpt0cyp_aBcTQqFA0Dpd49c36YXAu37w1OZUiGGc6tPsagrDV6pCWha-S0zB44fcOJk_0calXLF_ReePNQUdqjjCw1Mm5PPkykL6wzyQdVfPb4BNLg6hUVUGw-6AkkypKp4t9y2p0BfDT7QQkshdPc1bSeo9JYJAS_fihTfc-2fKgW5NnUN
1. Reminder, the Single Track 101 training class takes place Sunday, January 21st. Hope that gives everyone time to make time for class 1. Any questions feel free to call me Anthony Beers @ 914 320 6484 Or Kelly V @ +152089177772. I am seeking morte volunteers for the Copper Classic, March 9th. Need help on the days before the race too. Contact George for more information and details about assignments. If you have already…
Trail Riders of Southern Arizona is about more than just riding. Below is a summary of TRS' charitable donations to the communities where we recreate and race our dirt bikes.At some point you need to be part of something greater than yourself. Ride on TRS!!
From all at TRS to you and yours, have a Merry Christmas! Hope Santa finds you on the good kid list.
Date: Monday January 1, 2024Staging Location: At the JWJ Museum in San Manuel, 102 W Main St, San Manuel, AZ 85631.Ready To Ride Time: 9:30AMVarious route option for you to choose from, Mini Bike racecourse, old & new Big Bike race course, north side of Webb Road, & road up to Mount Lemmon (weather permitting). Come with yourself and bike ready to ride. Be sure your Az. State Land Recreation permit and OHV sticker are…
TRS' December Club Meeting There Will Be Dust slideshow played prior to the meeting. Welcome to new members and guests. New members, Max, Fred, Clint and Andrew.29 names on the sign in sheet.Toast to TRS!!!Thanked On Any Moto for allowing TRS to once again use their facility to hold our meeting. Ann N. from On Any Moto was on hand at the meeting.Kevin H. reported on his visit to the 2023 AMA Motorcycle Hall of…
Date: Tuesday December 12, 2023 Time: 6:00pm, social half hour, meeting starts at 6:30pm. It’s OK to bring in restaurant food. Bring a chair. TRS will provide side dishes, some water & soft drinks. BYOB. Place: On Any Moto’s Off-Road Center building, 2535 N Jackrabbit Ave, Tucson, AZ 85745 Here is some of what we have in mind for this meeting.Special Recognition for select TRS members.There Will Be Dust recap.Red Spring Trail updates.Ride videosPartake in…
Had a good time at the San Manuel Car, Truck and OHV vehicle show. Thanks to Shawn Barney and Troy Rosenburger for organizing this. Yours truly and Mike Cook joined in the festivities. There was a good number of great looking cars and trucks in the show. The best two dirt bikes are shown in the photos below. We made several good contacts with potential new club members. There was a lot of interest in…
If you have registered for There Will Be Dust as of this afternoon. You should have received a welcome message from TRS. Please let us know if you have not yet seen the message.See you at TWBD XI Saturday November 18, 2023 in Patagonia.
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The Trail Riders of Southern Arizona provided great trail resources, and I have created many new two wheeled friends. Great club that promotes trail preservation, and the creation of new trails!
The Trail Riders of Southern Arizona is a bunch of great guys and gals that ride dirt bikes. There is a lot of trail building, maintenance, and riding. I have always had a team to race and ride with.
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Becoming a member has many perks. Our sponsors donate stuff to give away at club meetings. Occasional bike swap meets, and all the other perks with being a member of an AMRA club. We are 60+ members and growing. Meet new people, and be part of building new trails in the Southern Arizona region. You are welcome to meet us at a club meeting, or join us at Meet and Greet rides. Why wait? Becoming a member has never been easier!