Head for the hills Hollister Hills Off-Road Association giving kids chance to ride and experience friendly competition The Hollister Hills Off-Road Association (HHORA) is a non-profit organization that supports Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area by raising money for educational and interpretive outreach programs and other park improvements. This group of dedicated volunteers works with California State Parks and Hollister Hills SVRA to enhance the experience of people visiting the park. They raise money by holding four annual events. The Hare Ball Scramble is a family friendly race held on Nov. 22. This event offers classes for all ages and riding skills. The Scramble is not a timed event and parents can ride alongside their kids on a fun, easy course. There is also a Main Event for the older, faster folks, as well as a Youth Event for children 8-15 years. You must be an HHORA member to participate in these events, but it is only $20 annually to join or $25 for the entire family. Hollister Hills Off-Road Association also holds various other events to raise money for worthy causes, such as Child Protective Services. Bryan Southwood is one of the regular riders at these events and has been bringing his kids to these races for years. His oldest son, 9-year-old Bryan Jr., entered the Youth Event and took first place in his age class. This alone is a great achievement, but he actually took third place overall — beating older riders ranging from 10 to 15 years old. Bryan Jr. has been riding motorcycles since he was 2½ and had training wheels on his first little motorcycle. He loves riding. Of course. it helps that his father, Bryan Sr. (who won his own class and was first overall) has been racing at Hollister Hills for years and taught his son well. You can help support Hollister Hills SVRA by making a tax-deductible donation. HHORA is a 501c3 non-profit. You can join or make a donation online at www.hhora.org or by mail: 7726 Cienega Rd. Hollister, CA 95023 — Provided by the SVRA
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