About the Poto Revitalization Project
Contribute to revitalizing the Poto!
Founded in 1989, the Potawatomi Mountain Biking Association (PotoMBA) is one of Michigan’s oldest mountain bike trail advocacy organizations. As the state’s largest International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) chapter, we represent a community of over 600 dedicated members. We are a 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit corporation, meaning your support is tax-deductible and directly fuels our trail stewardship efforts.
Our mission is:
“to maintain and develop mountain biking trails, promote and advocate for the sport of mountain biking and build the mountain biking community in Washtenaw, Lenawee, and Livingston counties”.
Through the efforts of our passionate volunteers and professional partnerships, PotoMBA maintains over 100 miles of diverse trails throughout our region. We have been privileged to lead the effort in building and maintaining the DTE Energy Foundation Trail, a Midwest destination nicknamed “Michigan’s Dirt Roller Coaster” for its unique flow and elevation changes.
We are currently committed to a massive project to revitalize the iconic Potawatomi Trail. By investing over $500,000 into this multi-year initiative, we are utilizing modern, sustainable trail-building techniques to restore this 60-year-old trail system while preserving its rugged, backcountry character.
Our ongoing efforts ensure these world-class trail systems remain premier destinations for riders of all skill levels for decades to come. Join us in our mission by becoming a member or volunteering for an upcoming trail day.
Chapter Officers
Carl Loomis, President
Mike Balhorn, Treasurer
Anne Santa Maria, Secretary
Board Members
Jim James
Julie Ingram
Mitch Bray
Michael Connolly
