BURNSIDE - The first community benefit ride at the Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area was a rousing success, organizers said Saturday.
Operations manager Dave Porzi reported 375 riders came to the outdoor riding area Saturday, raising more than $6,000 for local emergency responders.
Saturday's ride was intended as the first in a series to raise funds for local communities. The AOAA has also contributed to Coal and Zerbe townships through donations.
Marked loops on the eastern and western reserves of the park were available for riding Saturday, with open riding done on the eastern reserve. Food vendors were also on site to provide meals.
The AOAA thanked the Anthracite Trail Riders group and the Forest Hill Fire Company for their volunteer help during the benefit ride.