Please join the City of Vandalia at 10 am this Thursday, April 18 for the Construction KickOff for the new Vandalia Bikeway Connector which will safely carry bicyclists from Vandalia to the Great Miami River Trail starting next year! The KickOff will take place in the north Taylorsville Dam parking lot where bicyclists will arrive after crossing the future bike/ped bridge, beginning next year.
Urbana. Routes of 15/31/62 flat to hilly miles; trail or rural roads. Full sag support on this pledges-optional fundraiser supporting maintenance of the Simon Kenton Trail. Simon Kenton Pathfinders. Jim Cook; 5569 Runke Rd.; St. Paris, OH 43072. (937) 206-9275. simon.kenton.pathfinders@gmail.com
Greenville. Spend this Sunday morning in the saddle, riding through the scenic countryside communities of Darke County; now offering an upper and lower loop for the mid-level route! Choose from among four casual, fun routes of 14/36/40/65 flat to rolling miles with rest stops offering snacks and sag support along the way. Tour past iconic Darke County locations such as Maid Rite, and Historic Bear’s Mill. Roads will be marked and some will include Darke County Parks’ Tecumseh Trail. Proceeds benefit future bike trail projects. Online Entry Only. Darke County Parks.
The ride starts 1:00 PM at the Prairie Grass Trailhead in London (262 W. High St.) and extends southwest to the Madison-Clark County border. Bicyclists can enjoy the beauty of July’s native flowers such as Royal Catchfly, curly dock, Queen Anne’s lace, and more. It’s an enjoyable and educational ride! After the official ride ends, head onto South Charleston or return back to London at your leisure.
Springboro. Honoring longtime bicycle industry leader and advocate Bob Stomel, this free ride begins and ends at North Park, exploring 15 miles of the city’s rolling streets and trails. Visit with local bicycle shops, advocacy groups, and more. Entry Deadline: June 6. Springboro Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee. Dan Boron; City of Springboro; 320 W. Central Ave.; Springboro, OH 45066. (937) 748-6183. BikingInTheBoro.com