EL541 Covered Bridge Bike Tour

Shmanek Bridge

A scenic bike tour through the countryside of the Willamette Valley.
A 41-mile ride featuring FIVE historic covered bridges, lunch, and maybe even a rope swing or two!

September 20, 2009
Scio, Oregon

Start: Between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM
Lunch served from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM at mile 21 of the ride.

DO IT! OR DONATE!

INFORMATION:
The ride will be fully supported with sag vehicles -- though riders must be prepared to fix flats/mechanical problems on the ride. Ride leaders will also be available for support and assistance.
The course follows a beautiful country setting, and offers riders several chances to hit some great swimming holes and rope swings. About half-way through the ride we will stop for a lunch and rest. Riders complete the course at a comfortable pace (some fast, some not). We will ride through 5-historic covered bridges, and photo opportunities are in abundance.
Maps and riding directions will be provided at registration/check-in. Maps will NOT be available in advance.

LOCATION AND START:
The tour will begin at the Scio Elementary School parking lot, in Scio, Oregon. Scio is located about 1-hour south of Portland -- about 12-miles off of I-5. The School is near the corner of 1st and Main.
DIRECTIONS: Take I-5 south. Take exit 242, Talbot Rd (east). Follow signs to Jefferson. At the "T" in the road, go right on Jefferson.. Once in Jefferson, go left on Main St. just before the large stone bridge. The road becomes Jefferson-Scio Rd. Follow this road to the 4-way stop (just over 8-miles). At the stop sign take a right on Main St. (a large church will be on your right) go a couple blocks to NW 1st St., go right on 1st St. and continue two blocks. The ride starts at the school parking lot. MAP the Start

FUN AND PRIZES:
In addition to the fun, and the satisfaction you'll get from knowing you are contributing to a worthy cause, you can win prizes! More than $1,000 in prizes will be raffled off. All participant and volunteers are eligible to win.

REGISTRATION:
Registration fees are $20 by August 22, 2009 and $25 until September 18th. Online and mail-in registration will close at 11:00 PM on September 18th. Day of event will be $30.

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** Registration will be available the morning of the event, but lunches will not be guaranteed to those participants. The fee will also be increased to $30.

DONATE!
Make a donation to AARDA.
INFORMATION/QUESTIONS:
E-Mail: el541bt@gmail.com
Phone: 971-223-2825

ABOUT AARDA:
The American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association is dedicated to the eradication of autoimmune diseases and the alleviation of suffering and the socioeconomic impact of autoimmunity through fostering and facilitating collaboration in the areas of education, research, and patient services in an effective, ethical and efficient manner. MORE.
What is Autoimmune Disease?
Our bodies have an immune system that protects us from disease and infection. But if you have an autoimmune disease, your immune system attacks itself by mistake, and you can get sick. Autoimmune diseases can affect connective tissue in your body (the tissue which binds together body tissues and organs). Autoimmune disease can affect many parts of your body, like your nerves, muscles, endocrine system (system that directs your body’s hormones and other chemicals), and digestive system. (As printed by the US Department of Health and Human Services)