The 18th Annual River Valley Bike Ride is Around the Corner!
Sunday, June 27, 2010
NOTE: NO PLEDGES REQUIRED
RIVEREDGE NATURE CENTER is nestled in glacier-formed hills along the banks of the Milwaukee River in central Ozaukee County. Riveredge, a 370-acre natural sanctuary, provides hands-on environmental education and outdoor opportunities for thousands of school children, adults and families each year. Education is our mission, along with land preservation and scientific research. Start your route in the heart of Newburg. Ride quiet country roads past fieldstone farmhouses and green fields, along shady riverbanks, through significant natural and historical areas in Ozaukee and Washington counties. Conclude your ride at Riveredge with food and festivities.
SEVEN GREAT ROUTES
8 MILES - Just two little hills, but big biking pleasure. Wetlands, riverbanks, valley views, cows and corn - it's all here! Stop for snacks and enjoy the beauty of the river and countryside.
17 MILES - Ride through gentle, rolling terrain, down a rustic road, past horse paddocks and ponds, by woods and wetlands. Take a short detour past the Cedarburg Bog, visit one of the county's oldest churches and pay respects at an old Irish cemetery.
27 MILES - Add gentle rolling hills, wonderful views of Milwaukee River valleys and a meandering ride along the banks of Cedar Creek past Wisconsin's last covered bridge.
42 MILES - Enjoy many of the scenic sights of the 56 & 70 mile routes in only 42 miles.
56 MILES - Extend your ride through hill and dale past Sandy Knoll County Park with a rest stop on the Milwaukee River. Enjoy a few long downhills and explore history in Waubeka.
70 MILES - Add a 14 mile loop to the 56 mile route north from Waubeka to see grand vistas of drumlins and farms. Visit the historic Stoney Hill School and rejoin the 56-mile route to follow the Milwaukee River back to Riveredge Nature Center.
100 MILES - Add 30 miles to the 70 mile route and ride to the shores of Lake Michigan, stop at Harrington Beach State Park and rejoin the 70 mile route at Stoney Hill School.
Headwaters
- All rides start at Fireman's Park in Newburg.
- Parking and day-of-ride registration will take place at Fireman's Park in Newburg starting at 6:30 am.
- T-shirt and packet pick-up will be held at the registration booth in Fireman's Park.
Starting Times
- 100, 70 & 56 milers between 7:00 & 7:30 a.m.
- 42 & 27 milers between 7:30 & 8:00 a.m.
- 17 milers between 8:00 & 8:30 a.m.
- 8 milers between 8:30 & 9:00 a.m. ALL RIDERS SHOULD START NO LATER THAN 9:00 A.M.
Riders must bike 1.5 miles back to their car in Newburg after their official finish at Riveredge.
SPLISH SPLASH
The River Valley Ride will take place RAIN OR SHINE. Rivers, after all, do need rain…No refunds.
FORM A TEAM
Get together with co-workers or club members and form a team! For more information call LaVonne at 800-287-8098 or contact by email lavonne@riveredge.us. Team registration deadline is May 14. NOTE! NO PLEDGES REQUIRED TO RIDE AS A TEAM.
RIDE FACTS
The Riveredge River Valley Ride is NOT A RACE and the route is NOT CLOSED! Rules of the road must be observed. Intersections will be marked but not guarded.
HELMETS ARE REQUIRED and bicycles should be in good running condition before the Ride.
- REST STOPS offer toilet facilities and refreshments which include cookies, fresh fruit, bagels, peanut butter, cream cheese, pretzels, energy bars, energy drink, water, etc.
- FREE FOOD at the end of the ride: ONE EACH: Sandwich, Salad (pasta), Soda and Ice Cream Sundae.
- Emergency repair and pre-ride bike safety checks are offered at the start and at the rest stops.
- If registering BEFORE June 11: Adult - $30, Child - $15 and Family of 4 - $80. (Family Rate based on 2 adults and 2 children under 12)
- If registering AFTER June 11: Adult - $35, Child - $20 and Family of 4 - $100. (Family Rate based on 2 adults and 2 children under 12)
- Child fee based on age 12 and under.
- Kids in tow free (no tee-shirt).
- Registration includes raffle ticket for Trek Bike if entered prior to 6/11/10.
- Registration also includes a FREE Tee-Shirt. Sizes are as follows: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL.
- All children under 12 must ride with a parent or guardian.
RIDER PACKET & STUFF
T-shirts and packets may be picked up at Riveredge Nature Center between 8-5 M-F starting June 14, and the morning of the Ride in Fireman's Park - Newburg or by mail for an additional $5.00/ plus $1 for each additional shirt mailed to cover shipping & handling. Packet includes:
- Tee-shirt with original design
- Map of the route
- Parking and safety instructions
- Wrist Band
- A “Make a Day Of It” flyer detailing food and activities offered at Riveredge after the Ride.
Complete an ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM TODAY! Contact LaVonne Suring at (800) 287-8098 or at lavonne@riveredge.us for more information or to receive registration form in the mail.
All proceeds will benefit Riveredge Nature Center, Inc. Thank you!