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8:30 Day 1 White Pine Tour
Location
Bryant Park
1109 Peninsula Drive
Traverse City, MI 49686
USA
Category
Destination Ride
Registration Info
Registration is required
About this event
A 3 day, 2 night tour on the White Pine Trail from Cadillac to Howard City, staying at the Country Inn and Suites in Big Rapids Michigan Monday and Tuesday night.
• October 7: Arrive at Bryant Park at 8:30am to load gear onto SAG Vehicle and coordinate carpool. Depart at 9:00 for Cadillac. We’ll park cars at the Cadillac-Wexford Public Library, adjacent to the White Pines Trail. We'll ride 42 miles to Big Rapids, stopping for lunch in Reed City or thereabouts.
• October 8: Pedal south on White Pine trail to Howard City (22 miles). Return to Big Rapids Country Inn and Suites.
• October 9: Ride back to Cadillac.
Scott Pyles has agreed to provide SAG Van services. Gravel or touring bike recommended.
Lodging: Country Inn and Suites Big Rapids is holding 5 double Queens and 5 King for us. The rate is $110 per night plus tax for either room. To get this rate call 231-527-9000 BEFORE September 13 and speak directly with the front desk rather than speaking to their reservations hotline. If you book elsewhere, request a “pet free” room. If you are traveling solo and want to share a room, email cgketchum@gmail.com I’ll coordinate.
Meals: Breakfast is included at the hotel. There are good lunch options in Reed City on day one, more limited lunch options in Howard for day two. Maybe have a trail lunch on day 3. Big Rapids has a number of dinner options.
Attractions on the way? Eiffel Tower in Paris. Send me your suggestions
Rain or Shine? The Country Inn allows cancellations up until 6pm 10/6. Hey, we never let a little rain stop us.
Next Steps:
• Register for the tour on club calendar
• Car Pool – Need a ride? Can you drive? Click https://forms.gle/BYkbVZpE9pQQatD49
• Reserve your room by (231) 527-9000 and tell them you are with Cherry Capital Cycling Club.
Note to Daytrippers, you’re welcome to join us. Email me to let me know what day you’ll join us.