News and Updates

Latest stories from Columbus Outdoor Pursuits—events, announcements, and community highlights. Browse past articles below.

  • How to GOBA – 2026

    How to GOBA 37 June 20–27, 2026 This serves as a general outline of GOBA week logistics. Welcome to GOBA 37! This year’s adventure follows the Ohio 250 Corridor across northern Ohio, with overnight stays in Norwalk, Shelby, Wooster, and Ashland. Registration, Packet Pick-Up & Camp Operations Friday, June 19 – Early Check-In Huron County […]

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  • GOBA 37 Suggested Packing List

    Be Ready for a Great Week on the Road One of the most common questions we receive from first-time GOBA riders is, “What should I pack?” The good news is that GOBA is a fully supported bicycle tour. Your luggage is transported between overnight communities, so you only need to carry what you’ll use during […]

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  • How to TOSRV – 2026

    How to TOSRV – This serves as a general outline of TOSRV weekend logistics.   On-site registration will be available Friday afternoon & Saturday morning at Yoctangee Park in Chillicothe!  On–Route support will be offered 7:00am-4:00pm both days. We have planned our rest stop coverage and road support based on departures no earlier than 7:00am!    Registration, Packet Pick-up, Parking, & Camp Operation:   Friday, May 15:   Yoctangee Park / Kiwanis Shelter – 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm   Camp set-up […]

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  • TOSRV 2026 | May 16-17th | Don’t miss Saturday night!

    Hello Friends, TOSRV is coming together, and we wanted to share a highlight we’re especially excited about! Saturday Night in Chillicothe At the Majestic Theatre, we’ll be showing Iron Will: Ride of a Lifetime — a powerful cycling film from the Ride for Hope crew about endurance, purpose, and what’s possible on the bike. Just outside, we’ll keep things simple with […]

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  • Join Us for Trails Day in Mount Vernon – April 25

    We’d love to invite you to join Outdoor Pursuits in Mount Vernon on Saturday, April 25 as we celebrate Trails Day along the Ohio to Erie Trail. Find us at the CA&C Visitor Center!  We’ll be connecting with riders, walkers, and outdoor enthusiasts from across the region. It’s a great excuse to get outside, spend some time […]

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  • Ride Leader Training for Pelotonia Team Captains

    Ride Leader Training Tuesday · April 14, 2026 · 5:30–7:30 PMPelotonia Offices · The Ohio State University Campus Built for Pelotonia Team Leaders This Ride Leader…

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  • Ride Leader Training

    026 Ride Leader Training will be held in person on the OSU campus.  Once you register you will automatically receive an invitation by email. REGISTER HERE Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026 – 9:00 am – Noon (Doors open 8:30 am for coffee) This annual training class will cover everything you ever wanted to know about safely […]

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  • Bicycle Parts & Gear Swap Meet!

  • 2025 Report and Annual Appeal

    Here’s a link to the Annual Appeal & Report sent via mail to our Members. There is a cost to offering the best outdoor activities in…

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