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BikeTour of Crawford County

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 06:14:41 GMT

BicycleTour of Crawford County

http://www.tourofcrawford.com/details.htm

5th Annual Tour of Crawford County
Sunday July 13, 2008; start anytime between 7:00 & 10:00 a.m.
Crawford County, Pennsylvania has some of the best road rides in the country. The secondary blacktop roads offer a very scenic and rural tour. The Tour of Crawford County will offer four different distances, something for all abilities.

20 mile (Family Ride)

40 Miles

62 mile(100k)

Century (100 miles)

The start and finish will be at Diamond Park, Meadville, PA. Registration will begin at 7:00 a.m. No traffic control on route. Detailed maps will be provided, and the routes will be well marked.

Water, gatorade & snacks will be provided at several points on the route. There will be a sag wagon to help with mechanical problems & pick up cyclists that are having physical problems.

An original designed T-shirt will be guaranteed to all pre-registered participants. Participants registering day of event will receive a T-shirt while supply lasts.

Lunch will be provided for all participants at Diamond Park starting at noon and will end at 5:00p.m.

Pre-registration: $15.00 (early registration deadline for discount & guaranteed T- Shirt is July 7th, 2008) after July 7th participants receive T-shirts while supply lasts.

After July 7th, 2008 registration: $20.00. Make checks payable to
"Girl Scoutsl"

10th Annual Regatta at Lake Arthur

Tue, 20 May 2008 04:47:15 GMT

The 10th Annual Regatta at Lake Arthur will be held on Saturday and Sunday August 2 & 3, 2008 in Moraine State Park at the Lakeview Area on the North Shore. A new event for this year, which will be of interest to canoe paddlers in particular, is FreeStyle Canoeing.
FreeStyle Canoeing is a collection of paddling techniques which emphasizes efficiency. It combines an intimate knowledge of how a canoe wants to move in the water and the ways in which one can use and enhance those tendencies to maximum advantage, and a subtlety of paddle placement and action to produce exceptionally fluid and graceful movement. A repertoire of moves has been developed over the years, and those who do this well can make a canoe move in ways which are both amazing and beautiful to watch, and seem to do it without effort, or even with very much momentum.
On Saturday afternoon there will be an Exhibition featuring a number of National Champion FreeStylers, who will perform routines which are set to music.
On Sunday, Aug. 3, there will be an Instructional Session, at which these same folks will provide an introduction to some of the basic FreeStyle techniques. All area paddlers are invited and welcome, but this session is not for beginning paddlers. One should have a command of the common paddling strokes and be generally able to make a canoe go where you want it to go.
The Instructional Session will take place at the McDanel’s launch area in Moraine State Park at 10:30 AM There is no fee and no registration is required. Just show up. No equipment will be provided, so you must bring your own boat and paddling gear (PFDs are required on the water).
FreeStyle is not necessarily about learning to do a bunch of flashy tricks (though they’re a lot of fun in their own right). It’s about balance, efficient and effective paddling, and boat control - all of which skills serve one well on moving water. Think of it as “obedience classes for your canoe”.

More info is available at the Regatta website www.moraineregatta.com

Bike Tours coming up

Wed, 07 May 2008 11:56:28 GMT

6th Annual Bike Around The Bay- May 17, 2008

Join us for the 6th Annual Bike Around The Bay in Erie, PA. Gather with hundreds of tri state bicyclists on Saturday, May 17, 2008 at the Intermodal Transportation Center on the Bayfront Parkway to bike around beautiful Presque Isle Bay and Lake Erie. The event is a fundraiser for the non-profit youth environmental education organization Lake Erie-Allegheny Earth Force.

Town Tour --10 mile route:
- Bayfront-Frontier Park-Promenade-South Pier-Dobbins Landing
- Tour designed for families with children or for less experienced riders
Bay Tour -- 30 mile route:
- Bayfront and Presque Isle State Park
- Tour for casual riders
Endurance Tour -- 50 mile route
- Bayfront, Presque Isle to Elk Creek
- Tour for seasoned riders
- Qualifying ride for scouts

For more information click the link below

http://www.earthforce.org/section/offices/lea/leaevents/leaspecial_events

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PNC Pedal Pittsburgh 2008 is scheduled for Sunday, May 18, rain or shine.

All rides start & finish at Station Square at the former Chevrolet Amphitheatre location.

Event Day Schedule

6:30	Registration Opens
7:00 - 8:00	50- & 60-Mile Riders Depart
8:00 - 9:00	25- & 35-Mile Riders Depart
8:30 & 9:00	25-Mile Guided Tours Depart
9:00 - 10:00	15-Mile Riders Depart
9:30 & 10:00	15-Mile Guided Tours Depart
10:00 - 10:30	6-Mile Riders Depart
11:30 - 3:30	Lunch & Entertainment at Station Square

For Everyone's Safety
Participants must obey all traffic regulations. Streets are NOT closed and riders share the road with automobile traffic.

Riders will be required to fill out the emergency information on the back of the rider number. HELMETS ARE REQUIRED. Medical support, links to emergency medical services, marshals at key intersections, plus en-route support vans will be available.

Each course will be marked with directional signs from start to finish. Cue sheets noting course turns will be available at pre-registration and packet pick-up, at the start/finish area at rest stops.

NEW THIS YEAR!

Carbon off-setting of the event will be provided by Sustainable Pittsburgh.

For more information click the link below

http://www.pedalpittsburgh.org/

National Bike to Work Week

Sat, 03 May 2008 12:13:44 GMT

National Bike to Work Week

May 12-16

During the month of May, Mayor Sinnott

wants to help Erie become a more “Bicycle

Friendly” Community. He is proclaiming the

week of May 12

th through the 16th “Bike to

Work Week”. This important week is part of

a national campaign launched in 1965 by the

League of American Bicyclists. Through the

efforts of groups like The League of American

Bicyclists, their Bicycle Friendly Communities

Campaign and their work on the Safe

Routes to School initiative, towns and cities

across the U.S. are striving to be more bike

and pedestrian friendly by instituting bike

lanes, wider shoulders, and Share the Road

signage. During the month cities all across

the country will be celebrating and promoting

this health lifestyle decision. Everyone is

encouraged to get out their bikes and ride to

work!

Bike Around the Bay

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 01:24:27 GMT

Bike Around the Bay

Date: May 17,2008

Location: Erie

Town Tour -- 10 Mile Route

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South Pier-Dobbins Landing
Bayfront-Frontier Park-Promenade
•

for less experienced riders
Tour designed for families with children or
Bay Tour -- 30 Mile Route

•
Bayfront and Presque Isle State Park*
•
Tour for casual riders
Endurance Tour -- 50 Mile Route

•
Bayfront, Presque Isle* to Elk Creek
•
Tour for seasoned riders
•
Qualifying ride for Scouts

Brochure and Registration Form: Bike Around the Bay (pdf)

Contact us at bab@lea.earthforce.org

This year Bike Around the Bay will start

and end at the Intermodal Transportation Center on the Bayfront Parkway.

Paddling on Tionesta Creek

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 03:14:18 GMT

Hi All

Four Geezrs and a Geezr Wantabee had a great time camping at Minister Creek and paddling on Tionesta Creek on Wednesday and Thursday.

We were in and out of showers on during our paddle time on Wednesday. We found a spot for lunch and it wasn't raining, but started up again just as we were beginning to enjoy our sandwiches. But it quit before we were done paddling and was nice the rest of Wednesday and Thursday.

Now I know you are expecting me to report some things that must stay in the VAULT.

We all had to look the ground over as Mr. LostMyKey thought he did it again. But we were excited when it appeared sticking to his gloves that he tossed in his boat.

Now I'll never tell who did this one, but someone thought he could dry a pair of really wet socks quicker if he past them through the flame of the hot camp fire that we all enjoyed on Wednesday evening. Guess what? That is right . He burned holes in the toes. Now wouldn't you think he would know better.

We paddled from Henry's Mills to Porkey on Wednesday and then from Porkey to below Kelletville on Thursday. While Tom and Dave were doing the shuttle, I thought I found the perfect chute to launch our boats.

The boats were all lined up ready to go when Tom and Dave got back. Well, wouldn't you know the last person to launch didn't push hard enough and well I don't think I need to tell you the end of that story. Yep it's in the vault. Really made me feel bad too because he helped me launch and I saw the rest of the story.

These Geezrs must remind all kayakers. Please, please don't go out on cold water without a wet suit. Remember the rule of thumb. If the Air temperature and Water Temperature don't total 100 degrees, you should wear a wet suit. You might not be able to find a place to get out of the water and get your clothes changed quick enough to prevent hyperthermia.

Enough for the Vault

We did see 5 Eagles and a lot of osprey, turkeys, hawks and belted kingfishers, Canada Geese and Hooded Merganzers too. Plus 4 deer. Oh, and yes the frog is still there with a new coat of paint.

Next time we'd like to find a spot farther up stream towards Barnes and maybe finish at Porkey.

Unlike French Creek, there are not many strainers on Tionesta Creek.

How could anyone be bored with retirement when you can enjoy days like our two on Tionesta Creek.

Doris

2008 Ohio Bicycle Event Calendar

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 11:40:52 GMT

The 2008 Ohio bicycle Event Calendar is now up at the link below.

http://www.ohiocycling.info/

Women in the Outdoors

Sun, 09 Mar 2008 08:57:02 GMT

Women in the Outdoors
http://www.wito-wilhelm.org/

Learning new outdoor skill, meeting people with similar interests and spending time with family and friends are what the Women in the Outdoor program is all about.

Women are discovering that hobbies such as camping,hiking,fishing,kayaking,hunting,shooting and bird watching are fun way to reconnect with the special people in their lives.

Women in the Outdoor is daylong event held in Edinboro where women will receive expert instruction and a chance to try a variety of outdoor activities thank to the Wild Turkey Association.

To download a flyer click the link below

http://www.wito-wilhelm.org/event.pdf

Event Date:	Jun 23, 2007
Location:	Lake Edinboro Sportsman League
	Edinboro, PA
Contact:	Annette Tobin
Phone:	814-734-1691
Email:	lattobin@peoplepc.com
Contacts:	wito_wilhelm@yahoo.com

Teach youth about cycling

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 12:42:16 GMT

Hi everyone!

I need a little help...

Last year, I wrote a program called From Wheels
to Wellness, which is a kid's program that
introduces bicycling as a lifelong activity. The premise
of the program is to combat childhood obesity.
Because of
its goal...I received two major grants to help
me put together this half-day program in conjunction
with
the Girl Scouts in three locations: Warren County,
Mercer County and Erie County. I have solid help for
the Warren and Mercer County sites, but I am
seeking help
for the Erie County site.

The actual Erie County session will be held
from 10
a.m. until noon on Saturday, March 29th at the
Girl Scout office on Route 6N in Edinboro.

To prepare, I'd like to get together as a group
and tell you all about what's gonna happen.
SO...ON THIS
FRIDAY - MARCH 7TH AT 7 P.M., I have reserved
the front room at the Safari Bar in Meadville to
explain the program and what type of assistance I need.
I believe most of you are local experts in the
subject - cycling! We will be teaching the kids the
basics of
cycling which includes the clothing, the bike,
and actual riding on indoor trainers as a group.
I would like to have each of you come to hear
about this program and help us make a bit of history
in teaching kids about the great sport of cycling.

I'd appreciate an RSVP if you're coming,
however, if you just wanna show up...go for it. Come, have
some dinner and hear about this awesome opportunity
to make a difference in the lives of kids.

Thanks. Please forward this to any cyclists you
feel may be able to get involved! The more the
merrier! AGAIN...7 p.m. Friday, March 7 at the Safari Bar.
my cell: 337-3070

Nina M. Bell, CFRE

Westside Overland Trail

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 01:56:27 GMT

The Westside Overland Trail

We had five show up to ski the Westside Overland Trail.
Ray, Issy and two new members Mike and Jill and I skied the Trail.
The snow seem to get slower and was sticking to the ski a little as the day warmed up.
It was a nice warm day with plenty of snow. Near the lean-to we had some fun with
the hills . Their one hill you go down and have to make a ninety degree turn on to
a bridge which it a little tricky, but fun. I have never made it to the bridge, I always wipe out
before making the bridge. Then the hill going to the lean-to is always a challenge.
We met some people snowshoeing on the trail. Also something that was interesting was a man
two dogs and a sled going down the trail, the kind they use on the Iditarod.
A friend of Mike's told us a story about coyote on the trail. A man was walking on the trail with his dog.
The dog seen a couple of coyotes on the trail, and started chasing them. The coyotes lead the dog
to where their was a pack of coyotes, and the dog were killed by the coyotes
You might want to think twice before taking dogs on the trail

Jim