Ohio University Press in Athens, OH has released a new bicycling guidebook to the Miami Valley Trails:
By Kathleen Smythe
ISBN 9780821426548 (ebook edition also available)
352 pages with 77 color photographs and maps
DESCRIPTION:
Dayton boasts the largest contiguous bike trail network in the United States, and this well-illustrated guide for cycling enthusiasts and armchair travelers includes introductions to the city’s innovative cycling past and present, to beautiful country roads, and to vibrant urban landscapes. Bicycling Through Dayton helps cyclists and readers form a more intimate relationship with the area’s landscape by learning about the history of the region and the people who came before us, all while enjoying a ride.
Author Kathleen Smythe will be in the region numerous times to present and discuss her new book with readers:
—May 2, Joseph-Beth Booksellers, Cincinnati, OH
—May 13, Clark Co. Public Library, Springfield, OH (during National Bike to Work Week)
—June 7 signing at the 2nd Street Market in Dayton, followed by author-led bike tour in the neighborhood
—Sept 24, Miamisburg branch of the Dayton Metro Library
—Sept 26, Brookville branch of the Dayton Metro Library
—Oct. 31, Wilmington-Stroop branch of the Dayton Metro Library
—Nov 5, New Lebanon branch of the Dayton Metro Library
—Nov 7, Vandalia branch of the Dayton Metro Library
