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Yamaha has announced its Outdoor Access Initiative ( OAI ) has awarded two grants dedicated to advancing e-bike trails in Georgia and California . This milestone marks the first e-bike-centric grants , allowing Yamaha to impact diverse recreational enthusiasts .

In the heart of Northwest Georgia , the Southern Off-Road Bicycle Association ( SORBA ) Woodstock chapter emerges as a key beneficiary , securing funding and equipment for the enhancement of the Blankets Creek , Rope Mill and Yellow Creek trail systems . Across the country , the Sage Trail Alliance gears up to maintain and restore OHV , mountain bike and e-bike trails on the U . S . F . S . Los Padres in Southern California . These grants , part of the 2023 OAI grant cycle , showcase Yamaha ’ s support of offroad motorcycles , side-by-sides , ATVs and electric mountain bikes ( eMTBs ).

“ Yamaha ’ s commitment to outdoor recreation spans over 15 years , prioritizing OHV riders and extending support to diverse outdoor enthusiasts ,” says Steve Nessl , marketing manager at Yamaha . “ The rapid embrace of OAI by the e-bike community underscores its value for trail and riding areas , adding their efforts to Yamaha ’ s distinguished grant recipients .”

“ We are honored to be among the first bike riding areas to receive support from the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative ,” says Nicole Adams , president of SORBA Woodstock . “ The resources from our grant are vital to helping us maintain our trails to ensure a safe , responsible riding experience for our mountain bike and power-assist e-bike community .”

In addition to SORBA Woodstock and Sage Trail Alliance , Yamaha ’ s Q3 2023 grants also benefitted the Georgia Recreational Trail Riders Association , Indian Valley Creek ATV Club and the Ruffle Grouse Society .

Looking into 2024 , Yamaha invites OHV and e-bike riding clubs , cycling clubs and land stewardship organizations to apply for grants through the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative website , which also features an enlightening blog that includes project highlights to fuel inspiration . The published grant schedule includes submission deadlines , application guidelines and relevant information .

Yamaha encourages all eligible organizations to contribute to the mission of the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative , improving access to public land for motorized and outdoor recreation . The deadline for the 1st quarter funding cycle is March 30 , 2024 .

Yamaha ’ s Outdoor Access Initiative has awarded two grants dedicated to advancing e-bike trails in Georgia and

California , marking the first e-bike-centric grants . Photo courtesy of Yamaha

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