Naughty Knotty

Saturday, May 9 - NORRIDGEWOCK "Not for Naught, Norridgewock" - a tour through Norridgewock, Smithfield, and Mercer. START: 9:30 am at the ride leaders' house at 434 Fredericks Corner Road, about two miles from the junction of Rt.2 in Norridgewock. Please park on either side of the driveway. DISTANCE: 29 or 32 miles. TERRAIN: rolling with a few hills. HIGHLIGHTS: scenic roads around North and East Ponds in Smithfield, and the not to be undone wiles of Norridgewock. LEADERS: Denise Crowell, denisemcrowell@gmail.com, and Brian Bowker, bbowk321@yahoo.com. LINK TO ROUTE MAP (Long): https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51257952 LINK TO ROUTE MAP (Short): https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54945572 For more information on the Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club contact Jim Merrick at 293-3784, hjmerrick@gmail.com, and check out the KVBC blog at http://postedroads.blogspot.com, or the KVBC Facebook page.

Taken for a Loop

We had a wonderful ride in and around Wayne last Saturday. There was an early Fall chill in the air, but it warmed up in the sun and we had a fine ride over paved and gravel options. Many thanks to Fritz and Susan for leading, and to Chris who brought muffins to the start! This Saturday we will revisit another popular club ride in and around the lakes in Smithfield with several mileage options. Hope you can join us! Saturday, September 20 - SMITHFIELD "Looping the Lakes" - a scenic tour through Smithfield, Belgrade, Rome, and Mercer. START: 9:00 AM, at Home, Hope & Healing, 189 Village Road, Smithfield, near the junction of Rt. 8 and Rt. 225 (just up the road from Tri-Pond Variety) DISTANCES: approx. 10, 17 or 30 miles. TERRAIN: moderate to moderately hilly. HIGHLIGHTS: many scenic lake views, summer camps, and some early fall foliage perhaps. LEADER: Jim Merrick, hjmerrick@gmail.com LINK to ROUTE MAP: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47773258 For more information on the Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club, contact Jim Merrick at 293-3784, hjmerrick@gmail.com, or check out our club blog, "Posted Roads" at http://postedroads.blogspot.com, or keep up to date via our Facebook page.

Adjust Your Cones

We had a fine ride from Liberty on Saturday despite some overcast skies and some fog and drizzle. The route traversed some really pretty back roads with little traffic over some scenic and challenging terrain. This Saturday's ride starts in Oakland and features an optional ice cream stop near the end. Hope to see you on Saturday! Saturday, July 19 - OAKLAND "A Cone or a Dish" - a rewarding tour around Oakland, Norridgewock, New Sharon, and Smithfield. START: 9:00 am at the parking lot of the Atwood Elementary School at 19 Heath Street in Oakland. DISTANCE: about 38.5 miles or 40 miles with ice cream stop option TERRAIN: moderate with some hills; some short sections of well-maintained gravel. HIGHLIGHTS: fine back roads with lakeside views and a potential ice cream stop with many options. LEADER: Tammy Jones, tjjones@colby.edu. LINK TO ROUTE MAPS: Ride with a trip to the Ice Cream Place: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/181031119 Ride without the Ice Cream Stop: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/74606596

Ride, Don't Wock

We had more fine weather for our ride Sunday from Mount Vernon, cool and dry with calm winds. We also got to ride over some fresh new pavement on some roads that sorely needed it, as well as others where it was lacking altogether. Still a fine day, thanks to all who turned out. This coming Sunday we will head up to Norridgewock for the first KVBC ride of Summer! Hope to see you there! Sunday, June 22 - NORRIDGEWOCK "Not for Naught, Norridgewock" - a tour through Norridgewock, Smithfield, and Mercer. START: 9:00 am at the ride leaders' house at 434 Fredericks Corner Road, about two miles from the junction of Rt.2 in Norridgewock. Please park on either side of the driveway. DISTANCE: about 32 miles. TERRAIN: rolling with a few hills. HIGHLIGHTS: scenic roads around North and East Ponds in Smithfield, and the not to be undone wiles of Norridgewock. LEADERS: Denise Crowell, denisemcrowell@gmail.com, and Brian Bowker, bbowk321@yahoo.com. LINK TO ROUTE MAP: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51257952 For more information on the Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club contact Jim Merrick at 293-3784, hjmerrick@gmail.com, and check out the KVBC blog at http://postedroads.blogspot.com, or the KVBC Facebook page.

A Tercentennial

Despite some overcast skies, we had a fine ride from Richmond to Wiscasset on Saturday.  The route was scenic with roads in pretty good shape, including some new pavement, and the stop at Treats was, as usual, a real treat!  Thank you to David for another great ride!  This Saturday we will head north to Norridgewock and Madison for a popular ride along the Sandy River on Father Rasle Road, including a stop at the Father Rasle memorial on the 300th anniversary of the massacre.  We'll hope that history doesn't repeat itself, and we'll see you on Saturday!

Saturday, August 24 - SMITHFIELD

"Father Rasle Ride" - a tour from Smithfield to Norridgewock, Madison, Starks, New Sharon and Mercer.

START: 9:00am at the Smithfield Baptist Church, 25 Lake View Drive (Rt.137). Please park in the lot behind the church.

DISTANCE: 28 or 43 miles

TERRAIN: flat to rolling with some hills

HIGHLIGHTS: some nice roads along the Kennebec and Sandy Rivers, a stop at the Father Rasle Memorial in Madison, possible ice cream stop post-ride in Smithfield.

LEADER: Jim Merrick, hjmerrick@gmail.com, 293-3784.

LINK TO ROUTE MAP (Short): https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45357010

LINK TO ROUTE MAP (Long): https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46718764

 

Lakes and Loops

We had a great Summer day for our ride in Turner on Saturday, perfect for taking on Streaked Mountain. The return route also took us on some roads little traveled by the club, winding through the towns of Hebron and Minot.  Many thanks to Fritz for another great ride!  This week we will return to Smithfield for one of our long-established KVBC rides, this time with a new starting location.  Hope you can join us!

Saturday, August 3 - SMITHFIELD 

"Looping the Lakes" - a scenic tour through Smithfield, Belgrade, Rome, and Mercer.

START: 9:00 AM, at Home, Hope & Healing, 189 Village Road, Smithfield, near the junction of Rt. 8 and Rt. 225 (just up the road from Tri-Pond Variety)

DISTANCES: approx. 10, 17 or 30 miles. 

TERRAIN: moderate to moderately hilly.

HIGHLIGHTS: many scenic lake views, summer camps, and a possible stop at the Ice Cream Place in Smithfield.

LEADER: Larry Childs, lrchilds@roadrunner.com

LINK to ROUTE MAP: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47773258

For more information on the Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club, contact Jim Merrick at 293-3784, hjmerrick@gmail.com, or check out our club blog, "Posted Roads" at http://postedroads.blogspot.com, or keep up to date via our Facebook page.

 

A Dish or A Cone?

We had a great turnout for the KVBC Independence Ride from Sidney last Sunday.  It was a bit hot and humid, and we had some road construction to contend with, but that didn't seem to slow down the group setting a fast pace!  This week's ride will feature another great ride with an optional ice cream stop in Oakland, should the summer heat carry through to next Saturday. Hope you can join us!

Saturday, July 13 - OAKLAND

"A Cone or a Dish" - a rewarding tour around Oakland, Norridgewock, New Sharon, and Smithfield.

START: 9:00 am at the parking lot of the Atwood Elementary School at 19 Heath Street in Oakland.

DISTANCE: about 38.5 miles or 40 miles with ice cream stop option

TERRAIN: moderate with some hills.

HIGHLIGHTS: fine back roads with lakeside views and a potential ice cream stop with many options.

LEADER: Tammy Jones, tjjones@colby.edu.

LINK TO ROUTE MAPS:

Ride with a trip to the Ice Cream Place:

https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/181031119

Ride without the Ice Cream Stop:  https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/74606596

 

Colby is Blue

We were fortunate to miss the rain once again on last Saturday's ride from Jay.  Lots of clouds and a little sun, but some pleasant river views along the Androscoggin without too many bugs.  This week's ride on Sunday will traverse part of the traditional "Colby Loop" but due to road construction we will be starting in Smithfield instead of Waterville and we will bypass Colby altogether.  Hope you can join us on Sunday!

Sunday, May 19 - SMITHFIELD

"The Colby Loop (sans Colby)" - a tour through Smithfield, Mercer, Norridgewock, and Oakland.

START: 9:00 am at Tri-Pond Variety near the junction of Rt.s 8, 137, & 225. Park along the north end of the parking lot away from the bottle redemption center.

DISTANCE: 36 miles.

TERRAIN: rolling with some hills

HIGHLIGHTS: rural back roads with some scenic lakeside runs and hilltop ridges.

LEADERS: Denise Crowell, denisemcrowell@gmail.com, and Brian Bowker, bbowk321@yahoo.com.

LINK TO ROUTE MAP: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46539345

Dreaming of Ice Cream

We had a nice ride over the back roads of Whitefield on Saturday.  The potential rains forecast dwindled down to some light spotty drizzle, and we had plenty of dry pavement (and even a little gravel), and a great stop at the Sheepscot General Store.  There were 8 of us at the start, including several newcomers who were very welcome!  Many thanks to Holly for revising the route and leading us.  This Saturday KVBC riders will be faced with many decisions: a cone or a dish?; soft serve or hard serve?; jimmies or sprinkles? (On second thought, forget about the sprinkles.)  Hope to see you Saturday!

Saturday, July 29 - OAKLAND

"A Cone or a Dish" - a rewarding tour around Oakland, Norridgewock, New Sharon, and Smithfield.

START: 9:00 am at the parking lot of the United Methodist Church at 20 West School Street in Oakland.

DISTANCE: about 38.5 miles or 40 miles with ice cream stop option

TERRAIN: moderate with some hills.

HIGHLIGHTS: fine back roads with lakeside views and a potential ice cream stop with many options.

LEADER: Tammy Jones, tjjones@colby.edu.

LINK TO ROUTE MAPS:

Ride with a trip to the Ice Cream Place : https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/74629012

Ride without the Ice Cream Stop:  https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/74606596

 

Loopy Colby

We had fair weather for the Wake Up the Earth ride in Turner on Saturday. A bit cloudier and cooler than expected, but the roads were mostly in good shape, and the stop at the Nezinscot Farm store on Earth Day was a treat. This Saturday we will revisit a classic tour over the Colby Loop, starting at the same location as in pre-Covid days, although the location has since been transformed quite a bit, so we've included a drone's view of the ride start. Hope to see you there!

Saturday, April 29 - WATERVILLE

"Over the Colby Loop" - a classic circuit from Waterville to Oakland, Smithfield, and Norridgewock

START: 9:30 am at Colby College, visitor parking at the Lower Athletic Center Parking Lot, corner of Mayflower Hill and Campus Drive, adjacent to the new roundabout and across from the baseball field (see attached view).

DISTANCE: 34 miles.

TERRAIN: moderate with some hills

HIGHLIGHTS: scenic farmland, lakes and streams, and good roads with hopefully little traffic

LEADER: Duncan Tate, datateme@gmail.com

LINK to ROUTE MAP: https://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7481935

LINK to GPS MAP: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42640947

 

Barrel Up!

The weather continued sunny, hot, and humid for the KVBC rides in Gardiner and Smithfield over the past weekend.  Not the most ideal conditions, but we did luck out with lots of shade, and the routes were both scenic and light on traffic and very enjoyable despite the heat.  Many thanks to Joe and Larry for leading their rides, and for taking the time to venture out and mark the routes!  We are anticipating a break in the heat wave for this weekend as we head out from Oakland north to Norridgewock and vicinity on Saturday.  As always, we hope you can join us!

Saturday, August 13 - OAKLAND

"Barreling through Oakland" - a tour around Oakland, Norridgewock, New Sharon, and Smithfield.

START: 9:00 am at the parking lot of the United Methodist Church at 20 West School Street in Oakland.

DISTANCE: about 38.5 miles or 40 miles with ice cream stop option

TERRAIN: moderate with some hills.

HIGHLIGHTS: fine back roads with lakeside views, a potential ice cream stop, and barrels of fun.

LEADER: Tammy Jones, tjjones@colby.edu.

LINK TO ROUTE MAPS:

Ride with a trip to the Ice Cream Place : https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/74629012

Ride without the Ice Cream Stop:  https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/74606596

 

Double Headers are Twice as Fun

We had a fine ride last Sunday out of Liberty over some very scenic back roads, including some spectacular vistas from Appleton Ridge. Our thanks to Paul for leading and to all who ventured out on yet another hot day.  This weekend we will kick off August with a double header featuring two of the club's traditional rides from Gardiner to Bowdoinham, and from Smithfield around the lakes.  Two days, two rides, too good to pass up!  We certainly hope you can join us on one or both!

Saturday, August 6th - GARDINER

"Biking to Bowdoinham" - a tour of the southern Kennebec Valley through Gardiner, Richmond and Bowdoinham.

START:  9:00 AM, at the Laura Richards School, Rt. 201 in Gardiner, 1.5 miles south of the junction of Rt. 201 and Rt.s 126/9 (the junction near the A-1 Diner).  The school is a modern brick building with a "spiked ball" sculpture, on the west side of Rt. 201, on the left past the Gardiner Armory (just as you enter the "thickly settled" area).  Park in the lot on the north side of the school.

DISTANCE:  40 miles.

TERRAIN:  Moderately hilly.

HIGHLIGHTS:  quiet back roads along streams and farmland south & west of Gardiner.

LEADERS:  Joe Renda, geologyjoe@gmail.com

LINK to ROUTE MAP: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6654861, https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36860175

Sunday, August 7th - SMITHFIELD

"Looping the Lakes" - a scenic tour through Smithfield, Belgrade, Rome, and Mercer.

START: 9:00 AM, at Tri-Pond Variety (formerly Sweet Dreams) on Rt. 8 in Smithfield, at the junction of Rt. 8 and Rt. 137. Please park in the back along the northwest side of the lot away from the redemption center and store entrance..

DISTANCES: approx. 10, 17 or 30 miles. 

TERRAIN: moderate to moderately hilly.

HIGHLIGHTS: many scenic lake views, summer camps, and a possible stop at the Ice Cream Place in Smithfield.

LEADER: Larry Childs, lrchilds@roadrunner.com

LINK to ROUTE MAP: https://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7295953

For more information on the Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club, contact Jim Merrick at 293-3784, hjmerrick@gmail.com, or check out our club blog, "Posted Roads" at http://postedroads.blogspot.com, or keep up to date via our Facebook page.

 

Looping Colby

We had a nice sunny day for the Wake Up the Earth ride in Turner on Saturday. We took on some early season hill climbing. and were rewarded with some spectacular views of distant snow-capped mountains. This Saturday we will revisit a classic tour over the Colby Loop, starting at the same location as in pre-Covid days, although the location has since been transformed quite a bit, so we've included a drone's view of the ride start. Hope to see you there!

Saturday, April 30 - WATERVILLE

"Over the Colby Loop" - a classic circuit from Waterville to Oakland, Smithfield, and Norridgewock

START: 9:00 am at Colby College, visitor parking at the Lower Athletic Center Parking Lot, corner of Mayflower Hill and Campus Drive, adjacent to the new roundabout and across from the baseball field (see attached view).

DISTANCES: 34 miles.

TERRAIN: moderate with some hills

HIGHLIGHTS: scenic farmland, lakes and streams, and good roads with hopefully little traffic

LEADER: Duncan Tate, datateme@gmail.com

LINK to ROUTE MAP: https://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7481935 

Roll Out Around Those Barrels

 We had a fine ride last Saturday in Smithfield, despite it being a bit humid and overcast.  It was quite a bit wetter for Sunday's ride in Lincolnville, but we still had a number of intrepid riders turn out and we got both rides in despite the threatening weather.  Many thanks to Larry and David for leading, and to all the folks (including some newcomers) who joined us.  This Sunday we hope to return to dry, sunny conditions for our ride in Oakland.  Remember to stay well apart and bring a mask, especially when stopping in stores.  Hope you can join us!

Sunday, August 29 - OAKLAND

"Barreling through Oakland" - a tour around Oakland, Norridgewock, New Sharon, and Smithfield.

START: 9:00 am at the Oakland Post Office at the corner of Oakland Road and East School Street.

DISTANCE: about 38.5 miles.

TERRAIN: moderate with some hills.

HIGHLIGHTS: fine back roads with lakeside views and barrels of fun.

LEADER: Tammy Jones, tjjones@colby.edu.

LINK to ROUTE MAP : https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37266362

Smithfield on Saturday, Lincolnville on Sunday

We had another outstanding Tour de Whitefield on Saturday, thanks to Bryan and Holly, and to whomever made an offering to the weather gods. The torrential rains held off til about an hour or so after we finished, and the 25 of us had a fine ride.  This weekend we have a double header, with rides in Smithfield on Saturday, and in Lincolnville on Sunday (details on Sunday's ride to come shortly).  Hope you can join us on one or both days!

Saturday, August 21 - SMITHFIELD 

"Looping the Lakes" - a scenic tour through Smithfield, Belgrade, Rome, and Mercer.

START: 9:00 AM, at Tri-Pond Variety (formerly Sweet Dreams) on Rt. 8 in Smithfield, at the junction of Rt. 8 and Rt. 137. Please park in the back along the northwest side of the lot away from the redemption center and store entrance..

DISTANCES: approx. 10, 17 or 30 miles. 

TERRAIN: moderate to moderately hilly.

HIGHLIGHTS: many scenic lake views, summer camps, and a possible stop at the Ice Cream Place in Smithfield.

LEADER: Larry Childs, lrchilds@roadrunner.com

LINK to ROUTE MAP: https://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7295953

For more information on the Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club, contact Jim Merrick at 293-3784, hjmerrick@gmail.com, or check out our club blog, "Posted Roads" at http://postedroads.blogspot.com, or keep up to date via our Facebook page.

Not for Naught

We had a fine turnout for last Sunday's ride around Lake Cobbossee despite the cool, cloudy, and threatening conditions. We did manage to avoid the rain, and got in a nice ride and even a nice ice cream stop at the end. This week we may see a return to summer temperatures, just in time for our ride Sunday in Norridgewock. Don't forget to bring a mask should you have to stop at a place that requires them, and stay home and get well if you are feeling sick. Hope to see you Sunday! Sunday, June 6 - NORRIDGEWOCK "Not for Naught, Norridgewock" - a tour through Norridgewock, Smithfield, and Mercer. START: 9:00 am at the ride leaders' house at 434 Fredericks Corner Road, about two miles from the junction of Rt.2 in Norridgewock. Please park on either side of the driveway. DISTANCE: about 32.5 miles. TERRAIN: rolling with a few hills. HIGHLIGHTS: scenic roads around North and East Ponds in Smithfield, and the not to be undone wiles of Norridgewock. LEADERS: Denise Crowell, denisemcrowell@gmail.com, and Brian Bowker, bbowk321@yahoo.com. LINK TO ROUTE MAP: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36223920 For more information on the Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club contact Jim Merrick at 293-3784, hjmerrick@gmail.com, and check out the KVBC blog at http://postedroads.blogspot.com, or the KVBC Facebook page.

Rolling Barrels

We had a great ride out of Lincolnville last Sunday. Due to coronavirus restrictions, we were unable to visit the Cellar Door Winery as in years past, but the roads were as scenic as ever. Many thanks to David for stepping in to lead the ride for us. This week we may have another winery tour following the ride from Oakland, although pandemic protocols are still in place: bringing masks is recommended and their use will occasionally be required; continue to maintain a healthy distance from others, and please stay home if you are feeling sick. Hope to see you Sunday!

Sunday, August 30 - OAKLAND

"Barreling through Oakland" - a tour around Oakland, Norridgewock, New Sharon, and Smithfield.

START: 9:00 am at Tree Spirits, 152 Fairfield Street (Rt.23) in Oakland (in case the parking area is full, additional parking can be found a short distance away at the Oakland Post Office at the corner of Oakland Road and East School Street).

DISTANCE: about 40 miles.

TERRAIN: moderate with some hills.

HIGHLIGHTS: fine back roads with lakeside views, and a stop at Tree Spirits winery in Oakland.

LEADER: Tammy Jones, tjjones@colby.edu.

LINK to ROUTE MAP (2017): https://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7130262

 

Ice Cream Loops

 We had another fine "Tour de Whitefield" last Saturday. Our ride leaders, Bryan and Holly, did a great job reconfiguring the route to make our ability to gather safer, as well as providing another outstanding route.  Many thanks!  This Saturday the weather looks nice for another scenic ride, this time in Smithfield.  Our KVBC rides have gone very well this bizarre summer, but please remember to stay vigilant - bring masks and wear them in close quarters, maintain distancing, and stay home and rest if you are feeling sick.  Hope to see you Saturday!

Saturday, August 15 - SMITHFIELD 

"Looping the Lakes" - a scenic tour through Smithfield, Belgrade, Rome, and Mercer.

START: 9:00 AM, at Tri-Pond Variety (formerly Sweet Dreams) on Rt. 8 in Smithfield, at the junction of Rt. 8 and Rt. 137. Please park in the back of the lot away from the store entrance..

DISTANCES: approx. 10, 17 or 30 miles. 

TERRAIN: moderate to moderately hilly.

HIGHLIGHTS: many scenic lake views, summer camps, and a possible stop at the Ice Cream Place in Smithfield.

LEADER: Larry Childs, lrchilds@roadrunner.com

LINK to ROUTE MAP: https://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7295953

For more information on the Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club, contact Jim Merrick at 293-3784, hjmerrick@gmail.com, or check out our club blog, "Posted Roads" at http://postedroads.blogspot.com, or keep up to date via our Facebook page.

Accelerating through the Loop

We have rescheduled the planned KVBC ride in Vassalboro to June 6, switching places with the ride from Waterville which will now take place this Saturday, and we will close out May with the classic Colby Loop.  Pandemic Protocols are still in effect and groups are still restricted to ten riders (hopefully not for much longer).  You must sign up with the ride leader in advance.  Maintain distancing, bring a mask for use in close quarters, carry enough water and snacks to avoid having to stop, and please do not attend if you are sick or have recently been in contact with anyone who has been sick.  See you Saturday!

Saturday, May 30 - WATERVILLE

"Over the Colby Loop" - a classic circuit from Waterville to Oakland, Smithfield, and Norridgewock

START: 9:00 am at Colby College, visitor parking at the Lower Athletic Center Parking Lot, corner of Mayflower Hill and Campus Drive, beside the Alfond Athletic Center and across from the baseball fields. YOU MUST PREREGISTER WITH THE RIDE LEADER TO PARTICIPATE.  THE SIGN-UP SHEET CAN BE FOUND HERE: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Q7BwHw_yOOOx9xbaXloKYIufF6RsdbrsUp5ksXg9SMU/edit?usp=sharing 

DISTANCE: 34 miles.

TERRAIN: moderate with some hills; some recent road construction on Rt. 139

HIGHLIGHTS: scenic farmland, lakes and streams, and good roads with hopefully little traffic

LEADER: Duncan Tate, datateme@gmail.com

LINK to ROUTE MAP: https://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7481935

A Meter Squared is a Meter Spurned

We had a rather unseasonably cold day on last Sunday's ride from Readfield (snow flurries on Mother's Day? Seriously?) but it was a very nice ride.  We were able to observe and follow distancing protocols - even with a stop (curbside) at the Apple Shed in Kents Hill.  Many thanks to Lydia for leading and for picking the less snowy day on the weekend. This Sunday pre-registered riders will meet in groups of 10 (or fewer) in Norridgewock for a 30-mile ride around East and North Ponds in Smithfield. You must contact the ride leaders to reserve a spot. You should bring a mask for moments in close quarters, and all the water and snacks you might need.  Please maintain proper distances, and forego attending if you feel ill or have recently been in contact with someone who has been sick. Hope to see some of you, distantly, fairly soon!

Sunday, May 17 - NORRIDGEWOCK

"Norridgewock by 1 meter squared" - a mid-May tour through Norridgewock, Smithfield, and Mercer.

START: 10:00 am at the Mill Stream Elementary School, 26 Mercer Road, Rt.2, in Norridgewock, approx. 1/4 mile west from the monument square at the junction of Rt.2 and Rt.8 and Rt.201a. Please park well apart at the ride start.

DISTANCE: about 31 miles.

TERRAIN: rolling with a few hills.

HIGHLIGHTS: scenic roads around North and East Ponds in Smithfield, and hopefully some springlike weather.

LEADERS: Denise Crowell, denisemcrowell@gmail.com, and Brian Bowker, bbowk321@yahoo.com. YOU MUST CONTACT THE RIDE LEADERS BY SATURDAY TO PRE-REGISTER FOR THE RIDE. GROUPS ARE LIMITED TO 10 RIDERS.

LINK TO ROUTE MAP: https://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7477029